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tour of Nepal<\/strong><\/span>\r\n\r\nDay 01:<\/b> Arrive in Kathmandu<\/b>\r\n\r\nArrive Kathmandu and transfer to hotel. Upon arrival, check-into the hotel.<\/span>\r\n\r\nWelcome to Nepal! On arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, a representative from our office will greet you at the airport and escort you to your hotel and help you check in. You will then be briefed about your daily activities.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n\u00a0<\/span>Nepal<\/b> \u2013 officially the\u00a0<\/span>Federal Democratic Republic of Nepal<\/b> is a mystical country nestled in the folds of the magnificent Himalaya mountain ranges. With an area of 147,181 square kilometres (56,827 sq mi) and a population of approximately 30 million, Nepal is the world's 93rd largest country by land mass. Kathmandu is the nation's capital and the country's largest metropolitan city. The entire distance from east to west is about 800 km while from north to south is only 150 to 250 km.Nepal is a country of highly diverse and rich geography, culture and religions.<\/span>\r\n\r\nOvernight at the hotel. You will stay at Shangrila hotel<\/strong> \u2013 Deluxe room - 4 + star<\/span><\/b>\r\n\r\nDay 02:<\/b> Kathmandu<\/b>\r\n\r\nBreakfast at the hotel. Full day tour of Kathmandu city, Swayambhunath and Patan Durbar Square.<\/span>\r\n\r\nOne of the must-see landmarks of Nepal is of course the highest peak in the world \u2013 Mount Everest. One awe-stricken silence can come close to matching the experience of going on a mountain flight to encounter the tallest mountains of this earth. Mountain flight offers a panoramic view of the Himalaya in a just one hour. Even those visitors who like the rigors of a trek still don\u2019t miss the opportunity to \u201cconquer\u201d the mountains in one fell swoop. This one hour flight takes you the Eastern Himalayan Ranges of Nepal, some of the highest peaks in the world including Mt. Everest The flight is an altogether different feeling as one comes face to face with the world\u2019s tallest and most enigmatic of Mountains.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\u00a0<\/span>Visit Kathmandu Durbar Square, Swayambhunath and Patan Durbar Square.<\/b>\r\n\r\n\u00a0<\/span>Kathmandu Durbar Square:\u00a0 <\/b>Listed as one of\u00a0 Cultural World Heritage Site by UNESCO, Kathmandu Durbar Square is cluster of ancient temples, palaces, courtyards and streets that date back to the 12th and 18th centuries. The visit of Durbar Square includes\u00a0 the emple of Living Goddesses, who acknowledges the greetings of the devotees from the balcony of her temple residence, the Hanuman Dhoka Royal Palace, the historic seat of the Royalty; the magnificent Taleju Temple towering 40 meters. The capital takes its name from the giant pagoda of Kasthamandap, which is said to have been built of a single tree. The Kasthamandap has been destroyed in recent massive<\/span> earthquake and will take some time to rebuild it. It has been the main focal point of the city\u2019s social, religious\u00a0 and political from the Malla kings.<\/span>\r\n\r\nSwayambhunath: <\/b>Located approximately 4 kms. \/2.5 miles, this Buddhist Stupa is said to be 2000 years old. The Stupa which forms the main structure is composed of a solid hemisphere of brick and earth supporting a lofty conical spire capped by a pinnacle of copper gilt. Painted on the four sided base of the spire are the all-seeing eyes of Lord Buddha. This hill is a mosaic of small Chaityas and Pagoda temples.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\nPatan Durbar Square:<\/b> Located about 5 km south of Kathmandu in the Kathmandu Valley, on the southern side of the Bagmati River, Patan is one of 3 royal cities in the valley.\u00a0 A destination for connoisseurs of fine arts, Patan is filled with wood and stone carvings, metal statues, ornate architecture, including dozens of Buddhist and Hindu temples, and over 1200 monuments. The city of Patan is believed to have been built in the third century B.C. by the Kirat dynasty. It was expanded by Lichhavis in the 6th century A.D. and again by the Mallas in medieval period. Durbar Square, like its counterpart in Kathmandu, is an enchanting m\u00e9lange of palace buildings, artistic courtyards and graceful pagoda temples. Listed as a World Heritage Site, the former royal palace complex is the center of Patan\u2019s religious and social life, and houses a museum containing an array of bronze statues and religious objects.<\/span>\r\n\r\nOvernight at the hotel. You will stay at Shangrila hotel<\/strong> \u2013 Deluxe room - 4 +\u00a0 star<\/span><\/b>\r\n\r\nDay 03:<\/b> Kathmandu \u2013 Pokhara (210 Kms \/ 6-7 Hours approx.)<\/b>\r\n\r\nEarly morning leave for Pokhara, upon arrival, check in at the hotel.<\/span>\r\n\r\nPokhara \u2013 Pokhara is a remarkable place for natural beauty at an altitude of 827 m above mean sea level & 200 km west of Kathmandu. This city is ever known as a real paradise in Earth. The Valley is filled with swift flowing river and dotted with clear gleaming lakes. It is blessed with the back drop is the most dramatic sceneries in world. A 140km of panoramic Himalayan ranges seem close enough to be touched. But also can be felt. The magnificence of the Himalayas rising behind the lake create an ambience of peace & magic, popular for water rafting, Kayaking and trekking expeditions.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\u00a0<\/span>Afternoon: Explore fewa lake on your own.<\/span>\u00a0<\/b>\r\n\r\nThe Fewa (or Phewa) Lake<\/b> 1.5 kilometre long, second largest lake in Nepal, offers an excellent view of the mountains and their reflections on the lake. Many tours and trekking operators and hotels are located on the lakeside. One can easily find a place to sit back, relax and enjoy great meal while enjoying scenery here. You will also enjoy 01 hrs boating on the lake. Most hotels and guest houses have traditional designs and layouts which match with the surrounding views.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\nOvernight at the hotel. You will stay at Shangrilla\u00a0Village Resort - 4+ star hotel<\/b>\r\n\r\nDay 04:<\/b> Pokhara<\/b>\r\n\r\nWake up early in the morning, drive to Sarangkot for sunrise view [subject to weather condition]. After sunrise drive back to hotel\u00a0en-route visit of Bindabasini temple\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\nSarangkot\u00a0<\/b>\r\n\r\nSarangkot is the most popular tourist destination from where the tourists can enjoy the great view of the Pokhara Valley and the magnificent view of the mountains such as Annapurna Massif, Fishtail Mountain, Dhaulagiri range, and Manaslu. Sarangkot is only 5 km from Lake Side from Pokhara and highest view point at 1592m high for Sunrise and Sunset view over the snowy peaks. Sarangkot is also famous for adventure activities like paragliding , Zip Flying.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\u00a0<\/span>Bindabasini temple\u00a0<\/b>\r\n\r\nweThe white pagoda-styled building of the Hindu Bindabasini Temple quietly sits at some 3000 feet above sea level along the renowned Annapurna and Machhpuchhare mountain ranges. It is located near the busy Old Bazaar of Pokhara, a center of commerce in the Himalayas.Bindabasini temple or indhyabasini Mandir is of great religious importance to Hindus living in the Pokhara region. It is a vital hub of religious fervor. The temple itself is dedicated to the Hindu goddess Durga, who is Pokhara\u2019s chosen guardian deity.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n\u00a0<\/span>Breakfast at Hotel\r\n\r\n\u00a0<\/span>Afternoon visit\u00a0<\/span>Davis fall, Gupteshwar Mahadev Cave, Tibetan Village,<\/b> and peace pagoda.<\/b>\r\n\r\n\u00a0<\/b>Davis fall's:<\/b> Witness a unique waterfall that lies 2 Km from central Pokhara City. The water fall directly goes into a deep and narrow canal with no ends. It is believed that this deadly waterfall took the life of a tourist named David, who fell down into the cannel and was never found, and hence the name David waterfall, named in his memory by the people of Pokhara. This place has many nick names like Davy's fall, David's fall or Davis's fall, all mean the same thing `The Davis Water Fall'.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\u00a0<\/span>Gupteshwar Mahadev Cave: <\/b>Gupteshwar Mahadev cave is one of the longest caves in Nepal. On the way to cave, there are shining stones seen everywhere and in the temple is big stone that looks like snake's head and tortoise which is consider as the image of the lord Shiva. Second part is very beautiful and you see shining stones and different types of rocks like bee hives.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n\u00a0<\/span>Tibetan Village<\/b>\u00a0\u2013 since 1959, a group of Tibetan refugees have been living in Nepal. One such is Tashiling Tibetan Refugee Settlement at Chhorepatan, which is located near two popular sightseeing sites i.e., Devi\u2019s Fall and Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave. m x 4 km, is the center of all attractions in Pokhara, the enchanting lake is an heavenly playground<\/span>\r\n\r\n\u00a0\u00a0<\/span>World Peace Pagoda<\/b>\u00a0\u2013 it is a massive Buddhist stupa located on a hill top (Rani Ban) just behind Phewa Lake. This stupa is symbol of peace where the huge idols of Lord Buddha from Japan, Srilanka and Thailand have been installed. From here one can enjoys the breath-taking views of Himalayan Ranges, lakes and the city.<\/span>\r\n\r\nOvernight at the hotel. You will stay at Shangrilla\u00a0Village Resort - 4+ star hotel\r\n\r\nDay 05:<\/b> Pokhara \u2013 Chitwan (145 Kms \/ 5-6 hours approx..)<\/b>\r\n\r\nBreakfast at the hotel. Later drive to Chitwan. Upon arrival, check in at the hotel.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\u00a0<\/b>Chitwan: Chitwan is among the last surviving examples of continuous band of forests and grasslands, which once extended from the Indus River in Pakistan to the Burmese border. Chitwan National Park lies in the lush valley of Chitwan situated in the foothills of Churia ranges. It is the first National Park of the Kingdom and is one of the finest national parks in Asia. The Park is famous for its variety of wildlife especially the Great Indian one Horned Rhinoceros.<\/span>\r\n\r\nLunch at Resort\r\n\r\n\u00a0<\/span>Rest of the day briefing\u00a0& Presentation about the Jungle activities\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\nDinner & Overnight at the resort.You will stay at Jungle Villa Resort - 4+ star hotel\r\n\r\nDay 06:<\/b> Chitwan<\/b>\r\n\r\nBreakfast at resort. After breakfast, enjoy full day jungle activities in Chitwan as per package:<\/span>\r\n\r\n\u00a0<\/span>Today you will have a full day of jungle activities as per the resort\u2019s itinerary. 02 nights 03 days Jungle activities include walking safaris, Jeep Safari, Canoe ride<\/span>\r\n\r\n\u00a0<\/span>Canoe Ride:<\/b> Canoe Ride an active package programme of Chitwan Jungle Safari Tour. This include in every pacakages. Canoe ride along the Rapti river will be an excellent opportunity for Bird Watching and for seeing the 2 rare species of crocodiles; the Marsh Mugger and the fish eating Gharial in river bank.<\/span>\r\n\r\nNature walk:<\/b> Jungle Chitwan National park walk provides a great opportunity to feel the vives of Nature walk on jungle of Chitwan. Take an exciting and invigorating walk through the lush sub-tropical jungles of Chitwan National Park.<\/span>\r\n\r\nResort trained naturalists will take you to prime spots to view deer, rhinos, sloth bears and other wildlife. They will also give you interesting information about the various plants and animals of the jungle throughout your walk.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\u00a0<\/span>Jeep safari:\u00a0 <\/b>Jeep safari in Chitwan national park is a fascinating drive which opens up the natural setting of forest, jungle, wildlives, etc. Chitwan\u00a0Jeep Drive\u00a0one of the active and exciting activity for Jungle safari. Jeep drive include in above 02 nights 03 days package but on your special request it can be done the day you refer. Jeep Drive goes through the grasslands, riverine forests and sal forests to Kasara (the National Park\u2019s headquarters).<\/span>\r\n\r\n\u00a0<\/span>Tharu Cultural Dance show:<\/b> The Tharu Culture Program organized at Sauraha and Meghauli plays a significant role to entertain the tourist visiting Chitwan National Park and to introduce the Tharu Culture and tradition to the tourists. Majority of the tourist arriving at Chitwan have experience the Tharu culture program.Spectators get full entertainment by the Tharu dances. Dances like Danda Nach (Stick Dance) and Ago Nach (Fire Dance) Mayur Nach (Peacock Dance) are some the popular highlights of the culture show.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\nLunch & Dinner & Overnight at the resort.\r\n\r\nDay 07:<\/b> Chitwan \u2013 Kathmandu (185 Kms \/ 5-6 hours approx..)<\/b>\r\n\r\nBreakfast at the Resort. After breakfast we will drive back to Kathmandu. Upon arrival in Kathmandu, check in at the hotel. Rest of the day free for individual activities. <\/span>\r\n\r\nOvernight at the hotel. You will stay at Shangrila hotel \u2013 Deluxe room - 4 +star hotel<\/span><\/b>\r\n\r\nDay 08:<\/b> Kathmandu (Departure)<\/b>\r\n\r\nBreakfast at the hotel. 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