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Guide

Kathmandu, Chitwan, and Lumbini sightseeing tours by a local guide fluent in English language.

Insurance

Travel and rescue arrangement.

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About Country Popularly recognized worldwide for its majestic sky dominating peaks, Nepal is one of the most sought-after nations for trekking and other adventure activities. This tiny Himalayan nation is home to eight of the world’s tallest peaks, including Mt. Everest (8848.86m)- the highest mountain in the world. Moreover, the rugged and rural trekking trails to the massifs along the dense forest which is filled with exotic floras and faunas instills excitement and adventures to the travelers. However, traveling to Nepal is not only about the mountains and natural beauty. Unraveling the beauty that lies in the old monuments, palaces, and temples. Nepal has a diverse array of cultures, traditions, languages, and history which are reflected in the lifestyle of the people. Key Facts Location: Nepal is located in South Asia; between two great giants the Republic of China to the north and India to the south, east, and west. Geography: A landlocked country, Nepal is divided into three geographical regions, namely, the Himalayas, the Hills, and the Terai. Capital: The capital city of Nepal is Kathmandu. Area: The total area of Nepal is 147,181sq km. Population: The current population of Nepal is 29 million. Political system: Nepal is a federal republic country with a multi-party system. Major religion: Nepal is a secular state but the majority of people follow Hinduism, followed by Buddhism and Christianity. Time zone: The time zone of Nepal is GMT +5:45. Official Language: The official language of Nepal is Nepali. Working hours: The working hours in Nepal are from 10 am to 5 pm. Electricity: Currently, all the major cities have electricity while electricity supply in some rural areas is limited. The standard voltage of electricity in Nepal is 220V. Visa Information All tourists visiting Nepal except tourists from India should have a valid passport and visa. An On-Arrival visa to enter can be obtained at the Tribhuvan International Airport or any other land entry/exit points at the Nepal-Tibet and Nepal-India border. During the peak season, there will be a long line of tourists here trying to get their visa. So, to avoid the endless waiting you should visit the nearest Nepalese diplomatic missions stationed in your country before your arrival. An On-Arrival Tourist Visa costs USD 30 for 15 days, USD 50 for 30 days, and USD 125 for 90 days. Find more information regarding the updated visa fees at http://www.nepalimmigration.gov.np/post/notice-regarding-visa-fee-updates. You can also extend your visa within a valid period which will cost you USD 3 per day. However, if you are visiting Nepal from SAARC countries you don’t have to pay visa fees as gratis fee or free visa is applicable for 100 days. Regarding information about the tourist visas, you can head to the information on the official website of the Department of Immigration at http://www.nepalimmigration.gov.np/page/tourist-visa. How to reach the country Nepal is very well accessible via air, rail, and road. Tribhuvan International Airport is the only international airport and the entry point for those arriving by air. Nepal Airlines is the main operator in the nation. Other international airlines here are Air Arabia, Air Asia, Etihad airlines, Fly Dubai, Jet Airways, Malaysia Airlines, Qatar Airways, Silk Air, and Thai air. The rail and road service can only be used by those arriving from India. In terms of land transport, there are several land entry/exit points at the Nepal-Tibet and Nepal-India borders. Kerung and Kodari are the entry/exit points at the Nepal-Tibet border whereas Janakpur-Jainagar railway is the sole railway that connects Nepal with India, several buses connect Delhi and Kathmandu. Popular destinations to visit There are many places you can visit in Nepal. Nepal is not only gifted with natural beauty but it is also culturally rich which means there are many heritages and sites you can visit. Kathmandu Valley is the first and foremost destination that you should not miss out on. The seven UNESCO world heritage sites in the valley, namely, Patan Durbar Square, Bhaktapur Durbar Square, Kathmandu Durbar Square, Pashupatinath, Swayambhunath, Boudhanath, and Changunarayan. Other places you must visit while in Nepal are Pokhara, Chitwan, and Lumbini. Pokhara is a scenic lake city, located 6 hours’ drive away from Kathmandu city. There you will be able to enjoy the serene and peaceful nature with the Annapurna ranges in the backdrop. Lumbini, the birthplace of Lord Buddha, is a historic destination whereas the Chitwan National Park is a natural haven for exotic flora and fauna. Both of these are also enlisted as world heritage sites by UNESCO. Palpa, Bandipur, Bardia National Park, and Ilam are some of the popular destinations. As for trekking and mountaineering activities, Annapurna, Everest, Langtang, Manaslu, Upper Mustang, and Dolpo regions are some of the most popular ones in Nepal. Internet and Communication in the country You do not have to worry about not getting communication service or Internet service in Nepal. In recent years, the internet and communication services have drastically progressed and developed. While in the major cities and tourist destinations, you can use free Wi-Fi including many of the cafes and restaurants. Similarly, almost every hotel and some public areas provide Wi-Fi services. However, Wi-Fi is not always available in remote areas in the Himalayas and rural Hilly regions. In such situations, cellular connection is the best option for both Internet access and communication. NTC and Ncell at two of the biggest telecommunication corporations and offer sim cards with various packages at a reasonable price. These service providers have a wide reach over many parts of Nepal. You will easily be able to purchase any sim card with your passport or identity card. Local currency and foreign exchange While in Nepal, you should use Nepali rupees (NRs) which is also the official currency of Nepal. You can easily exchange your currency into Nepalese Rupee at the Tribhuvan International Airport or the exchange counters and banks around the major cities. Also, the major cities like Kathmandu, Pokhara, Chitwan, and Lumbini have a great availability of banks and ATMs. However, their availability becomes quite scarce when you head to the Himalayas and remote areas. So, it is best if the travelers perform all their money-related activities while they are in the major cities. Weather and climate The climate in Nepal varies according to altitude and the current season. The lowland of the Terai region in the southern part of the country is very hot and humid during the summer. The temperature there can get as high as 45 degrees Celsius. The middle part is also known as the hilly region has a pleasant and bearable climate all year long. However, in winter the nights and early mornings can get quite chilly. The Himalayan region is the northernmost part of the country and is above 3300m. This region usually has alpine climatic conditions and during the winter season, it experiences adverse weather conditions. Nepal generally has four seasons, namely, spring, summer, autumn, and winter. The spring here means every part of the country has flowers blooming and summer means a lot of humidity and rainfall. While the autumn is neither too hot nor too cold and the skies are always clear. The winter season brings snow in the Himalayan region and some parts of the hilly region as well. Finally, during the monsoon season, the entire country experiences heavy rainfall except in the rain shadow areas of Upper Dolpo and Mustang. People, culture, and festivals Nepalese are known to be one of the kindest people all over the world. With a smile on everyone’s face, you will be warmly welcomed and greeted. The word “Namaste” is used while they join their hands together which means a respectful greeting. Nepal is a culturally rich country with many different castes, languages, and traditions. The diverse culture and tradition results in many different festivals celebrated all around the nation. The major festivals celebrated are Dashain, Tihar, Holi, Sonam Losar, Gyalpo Losar, and many more. Especially in Newari settlements, people celebrate many colorful and radiant festivals. You will be able to experience wonderful and lifelong memory if you visit Nepal during the time of festivals.

Accommodation

Meals

Lumbini, Bandipur & Palpa with Breakfast and Dinner. Full board meals in Chitwan.

Transport

Pick up & Drop from Airport and Transfer to the hotel by private vehicle. All overland transfers using the private Sedan car.

Others

Four Nights 3* hotel in Kathmandu with Breakfast. One Night 4* hotel in Lumbini with Dinner & Breakfast. One Night 3* hotel in Bandipur with Dinner & Breakfast. One Night 4* hotel in Palpa with Dinner & Breakfast. Two Night 3* hotel in Pokhara with Breakfast. Two Night 3* hotel in Chitwan with full board meals. National Park fees for all activities in Chitwan National Park. All overland transfers using the private car. Kathmandu, Chitwan and Lumbini valley sightseeing tours by local guide fluent in the English language. Last Night farewell dinner at an authentic Nepalese restaurant with a cultural performance.

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Others

Entrance Fees. Cable car fees. Beverages and alcoholic drinks. Extension of any other tours/accommodation. All kinds of personal expenses.

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Day 1 Day 1: Arrival At Kathmandu Airport.
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Arrival At Kathmandu Airport.

Your arrival in Kathmandu will be marked by landing at the Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA). A company representative of Himalayan Adventure Treks & Tours will receive you and transfer you to your hotel. Evening you can meet the participants and the trek members. Overnight stay at a hotel in Kathmandu.
Day 2 Day 2: Full Day Sightseeing In Kathmandu Valley. (B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Full Day Sightseeing In Kathmandu Valley. (B)

After breakfast, we start for Kathmandu city tour which includes the four of the UNESCO world heritage site in the valley.

Pashupatinath: It is a very large, complex, and focal point for the Hindu religion. This old and very revered complex of Temple and shrines is dedicated to Lord Shiva, one of the main deities of Hinduism and very popular in Nepal as well as Indian devotees. Hindu people believe that Lord Shiva has multiple forms he is often seen as the destroyer god. This has great significance for the Pashupatinath temple as it is the site of many Hindu ritual cremations each day on the bank of holy Bagmati River. Pashupatinath Temple is considered by Hindus to be an auspicious site for passing from one stage of life to the next through the purifying and destroying flames of cremation on the bank of Bagmati river and feet of Lord Shiva called Brahmanal. However, on a happier note, visitors may also get to see the temple in a buoyant festival mode with one of the many Hindu festivals like Shivaratri, Teej, Janaipurinma and many celebrated here throughout the year.

Boudhanath Stupa: It is a Buddhist religious complex with a long history back over 500 years and more. which is also the World Heritage Site UNESCO. Located on the eastern part of Kathmandu valley it is now a site of great pilgrimage for Buddhist followers who circle its massive stupa, spin its many prayer wheels and visit its beautiful monastery. The main feature of Boudhanath is its huge hemispherical white stupa with a central golden tower and the all-seeing eyes of the Buddha. It also believes that eyes represent peace and love. Visitors should circle the stupa in a clockwise direction and spin prayer wheels for good fortune and get Nirvana. Boudhanath surrounding is a kind of school for the visitors who are interested in Thangka painting to see highly skilled artists at work on religious mandala paintings.

Kathmandu Durbar Square: It holds the places of the ancient king who ruled over the Kathmandu Kingdom. The durbar square is an ancient Malla king of the Kathmandu Valley. It is all of the arts and architectural treasures of a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is also called the Hanuman Dhoka in central Kathmandu. It believes that the Kasthamandap temple was build in the 5th century from the single tree. The durbar square has many beautiful multi-storey pagodas and temples with ornate carving and carpentry artwork that tells some of the stories of the ancient kings and their mystical time and beliefs. The durbar square contains many important Hindu temples and statues such as Kal Bhairab, Swyat (White) Bhairb, and Lord Shiva. The main attraction for tourists contains unique and intriguing Kumari Chowk. This is an ancient and ornate house where resides in the Living Goddess. The young girl has chosen through an ancient and mystical selection process from the Newar community to become the human incarnation of the Hindu mother goddess, Durga. At the Kumari courtyard the right time is in the afternoon you may see a brief glimpse of the Goddess at her window.

Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple): Swayambhunath stupa complex that sits atop a high hill overlooking Kathmandu and the entire Kathmandu Valley with Mountain ranges on the north side. Swayambhunath is probably the most sacred Buddhist pilgrimage site in Nepal. It is another famous tourist destination and holiest Buddhist and Hindu pilgrims. This temple also called the Monkey temple due to the lots of monkeys and they have their swimming pool. This is a wonderful place to catch your breath and observe the sunset, start to understand the deep importance of Buddhist belief to the people. It consists of a very large white stupa with the all-seeing-eyes, it believes the love and peace of Lord Buddha and many small stupas and beautifully carved stone shrines on the top of the hill. If you feel more energetic then you might also like to try some or all of the 350 steps or more that lead all the way from the eastern part from the temple called Bhagwan pau (God Feet)up to your Swayambhunath stupa vantage point.
Day 3 Day 3: Explore Patan And Bhaktapur Durbar Square. (B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Explore Patan And Bhaktapur Durbar Square. (B)

After breakfast, we start our tour to Patan and Bhaktapur Durbar Square which is another UNESCO heritage site in the valley.

Patan Durbar Square: Explore the Mahaboudha Temple, Kumbeshwor temple, Krishna Temple, Golden Temple,, and many other places of Patan, you feel as if Patan has been unveiled before you as an open museum showcasing intricately carved windows, intrinsic roof struts, statues of gods and goddesses, temples designed in pagoda style with erotic carvings and prepossess metalwork facades and many other exquisite facets. You will also get to see the handicraft center in Patan.

Bhaktapur Durbar Square: where you will witness unique culture and finest display of craftsmanship. Bhaktapur is the only place in Nepal that has remained untouched by western culture. Lion Gate, Golden Gate, Art Gallery, Statue of King Bhupatindra, Nyatapola Temple and fifty-five windowed Malla Palace are the living pride of Bhaktapur.
Day 4 Day 4: Drive From Kathmandu To Chitwan National Park. (B/L/D)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Drive From Kathmandu To Chitwan National Park. (B/L/D)

Morning breakfast we will drive to Chitwan National Park for jungle activities. On the way, we enjoy the Trishuli river, landscape, Mountains, and the Local people on the way. After 5 hours of easy and relaxed drive, we reach Chitwan National park.

After lunch in Chitwan evening explore the park first by Sightseeing in the Tharu village tour, Tharu cultural museum, Elephant stable, including sunset viewpoint. Same evening you will enjoy with Tharu cultural dance program.
Day 5 Day 5: Full Day Jungle Activities In Chitwan National Park. (B/L/D)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Full Day Jungle Activities In Chitwan National Park. (B/L/D)

Morning breakfast, we will go for a Canoe ride for about 1 hour where you can see lots of crocodile-like Gharial and Mugger then we will walk inside the jungle to explore the wild animals, birds. Then we, visit the Elephant breeding center.

We will enjoy bathing (shower) with elephants on the river (If availability). Afternoon we will have lunch then we go for a Jeep safari inside the National park for 4 hours or elephant back safari. Where we see lots of animals including the Royal Bengal Tiger (if we are lucky).
Day 6 Day 6: Drive From Chitwan To Lumbini And Half Day Sightseeing. (B/D)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Drive From Chitwan To Lumbini And Half Day Sightseeing. (B/D)

The morning after breakfast we drive to Lumbini. After 4 hours drive, we reach Lumbini. This is the birthplace of Lord Buddha. After lunch, our local guide will help you to explore the heritage sites. The broken Ashoka Pillar, remnants of an old monastery, images of Buddha’s mother Maya Devi, are still preserved here.

The Buddha himself proclaimed Lumbini as one of the foremost pilgrimage sites among the famous Chatumahasthana (the four great places of Birth, Enlightenment, Sermon, and Mahaparinirvana). Overnight we stay in Lumbini
Day 7 Day 7: Drive From Lumbini To Tansen (Palpa). (B/D)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Drive From Lumbini To Tansen (Palpa). (B/D)

After Breakfast at Lumbini, we depart to Palpa where you can enjoy a scenic view from Palpa Tansen. Situated on the slopes of a hill called Shreengar Danda, Tansen is a bright Himalayan Town. It is also the most popular summer resort in western Nepal on account of its position and climate.

It has perhaps Nepal’s most far stretching views of the country’s chief attraction the Himalayas, from Dhaulagiri in the west to Gauri Shanker in the northeast.
Day 8 Day 8: Drive From Tansen (Palpa) To Pokhara. (B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Drive From Tansen (Palpa) To Pokhara. (B)

Early sunrise you can enjoy from your room. Amazing view of Dhaulagiri in the west and Gauri Shankar in the north. We capture all these moments and morning after breakfast we visit the Rani Mahal (Historical palace) Enjoying the scenery we drive to the queen city Pokhara. After 4 hours drive we reach the Pokhara then evening you can walk around the lakeside.

It is the rare combination of snow-clad peaks, snow-fed lakes, and rivers that that have helped to make the Valley of Pokhara. Check-in hotel and refreshment, walking around Lake Side in the evening time to see the great view of Phewa Lake and around. You can visit the Tal Barahai temple ( Island temple) and boating in lake.
Day 9 Day 9: Sightseeing Around Pokhara Valley. (B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Sightseeing Around Pokhara Valley. (B)

Early morning, we will drive to the Sarangkot viewpoint for a great sunrise view over the Annapurna mountain range. Then we will drive back to the hotel and have breakfast. After breakfast, we will go sightseeing around Pokhara that includes the Seti river gorge, Devi’s fall, and Gupteshowar Mahadev temple.

In the evening we go to peace pagoda for Sunset view where you can see the great view of Annapurna ranges, Pokhara valley & Phewa lake.
Day 10 Day 10: Drive From Pokhara To Bandipur. (B/D)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 10: Drive From Pokhara To Bandipur. (B/D)

The morning after breakfast we drive back to Bandipur from Pokhara enjoying the good view of the Marshyandgi river. Bandipur is a cultural town and local ethical Newari people where you can see the typical old houses, culture, and living lifestyle.

In the the evening you can do short hiking in Bandipur village and it’s a good point of sunset and sunrise view of Manaslu and Annapurna ranges with the green valley.
Day 11 Day 11: Drive From Bandipur To Kathmandu. (B/D)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 11: Drive From Bandipur To Kathmandu. (B/D)

After breakfast at Bandipur, we drive back to Kathmandu enjoying the view of the Trisuali river and deep valley. Which takes normally 4 hours drive. Overnight in Kathmandu hotel.

In the evening we will have dinner in a Nepalese Restaurant along with the cultural dance program.
Day 12 Day 12: Departure To Airport. (B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 12: Departure To Airport. (B)

A representative from Himalayan Adventure Treks and Tours will take you to the airport, approximately 3 hours before your scheduled flight. On your way home you’ll have plenty of time to plan your next adventure in the wonderful country of Nepal.

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Nepal Classic Tour

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Itinerary of your trip Nepal Classic Tour

Day 1: Arrival At Kathmandu Airport.

Day 2: Full Day Sightseeing In Kathmandu Valley. (B)

Day 3: Explore Patan And Bhaktapur Durbar Square. (B)

Day 4: Drive From Kathmandu To Chitwan National Park. (B/L/D)

Day 5: Full Day Jungle Activities In Chitwan National Park. (B/L/D)

Day 6: Drive From Chitwan To Lumbini And Half Day Sightseeing. (B/D)

Day 7: Drive From Lumbini To Tansen (Palpa). (B/D)

Day 8: Drive From Tansen (Palpa) To Pokhara. (B)

Day 9: Sightseeing Around Pokhara Valley. (B)

Day 10: Drive From Pokhara To Bandipur. (B/D)

Day 11: Drive From Bandipur To Kathmandu. (B/D)

Day 12: Departure To Airport. (B)

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