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PROGRAMME 3
Arrive Kathmandu. Meeting and assistance on arrival and transfer to
hotel. Later sightseeing of Swyambhu and Kathmandu. The Kathmandu
Valley has an exotic setting. It is surrounded by a tier of green
mountain wall above which tower mighty snow-capped peaks.The history
of the Valley,according to the legends,begins with Swayambhu,or the
"the self existent".Swayambhu is,perhaps, the best place to observe
the religious harmony in Nepal. The stupa is among the most ancient
in this part of the world.The largest image of the Sakyamuni Buddha
in Nepal is in a monastry next to the stupa.
Day 02 :
Kathmandu - Sightseeing of Pashupatinath & Boudha. The Pashupati is
the holiest Hindu pilgrimage destination in Nepal. There are linga
images of Shiva along with statues,shrines and temples dedicated to
other deities in the complex.Bouddhanath is among the largest stupas
in South Asia, & it has become the focal point of Tibetian Buddhism
in Nepal.The white mound looms 36 meters overhead.Later sightseeing
of Patan,an ancient city situated on the southern bank of the river
Bagmati & is about 5 kms southeast of Kathmandu.The city is full of
Budhist monuments & Hindu temples with fine bronze gateways,guardian
deities and wonderful carvings.
Day 03 : Kathmandu-Morning sightseeing of Bhaktapur &
Thimi. Bhaktapur means
"the city of devotees" in the Sanskrit language.It is also known as
Bhadgaon. The palace complex in the middle of the city potrays the
prosperity of the Malla years and the details at which the crafts-
people then worked. The palace of fifty-five windows stands in the
square and it was home to many kings of Bhaktapur. It is perhaps
the most popular of the three Newar towns of the Kathmandu Valley. Day 04 : Kathmandu / Pokhara - Transfer from Kathmandu to Pokhara by road.
Pokhara - Sightseeing of Pokhara. Pokhara is Kathmandu's center of
adventure. An enchanting city nestled in a tranquil valley. Pokhara
is a place of remarkable natural beauty. The serenity of Phewa Lake
and the magnificience of the fish tailed summit of Manhhapuchhre
rising behind it create an ambience of peace and magic. The valley
surrounding Pokhara is home to thick forests,gushing rivers,emerald
lakes, and of course the world famous views of the Himalaya.
Day 06 : Pokhara/Chitwan-Morning transfer from Pokharadu to Chitwan by road.
Check-in at Safari Narayani Lodge. Rest of the day at leisure.
Day 07 : Chitwan-A day full of jungle activities.Among the 14 national parks
and wildlife reserves in the Kingdom, the Royal Chitwan Park is the
most popular safari destination.More than 43 species of animals are
found in Chitwan.The endangered one-horned rhino,Royal Bengal tiger,
Gharial crocodile,four-horned antelope,striped hyena & the Gangetic
dolphin are the main attractions.Many adventurers also choose to go
down to Chitwan by raft. A jungle safari is an experience you will
remember for a long time. Day 08 : Chitwan/Kathmandu-Transfer from Chitwan to Kathmandu by road. Later
sightseeing of Patan. The ancient city of Patan is situated on the
southern bank of the river Bagmati and is about 5 kms southest of
Kathmandu. The city is full of Buddhist monuments and Hindu temples.
It is also known as the city of artists.Lalitpur-the city of beauty,
is another name for Patan.
Day 09 :
Kathmandu - Meeting and assistance to the airport for return flight.
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