Nepal
Nepal is a landlocked country in Southern Asia, between the Tibet autonomous region of China and India. It contains 8 of the world's 10 highest peaks, including Mount Everest - the world's tallest - on the border with Tibet, and Lumbini, the birth place of Gautama Buddha, the founder of Buddhism.
3 NIGHTS / 4 DAYS :
Day 1 : Kathmandu
Arrive Kathmandu at Kathmandu airport, transfer to the hotel. After checking in, you can relax or just walk around on your own to get the feel of the city. Overnight in Kathmandu.
Day 2 : Kathmandu
After breakfast proceed for half day sightseeing of Kathmandu city and Swoyambhunath Stupa.
Kathmandu City:
Kathmandu Durbar with its medley of temples and shrines is the traditional seat of the royalty where Kings are crowned and their coronations are performed. The big bell; Kal Bhairav Temple; Jagannath Temple with its erotic carvings on the temple struts; Kasthamandap - the temple believed to have built from the wood of a single tree and from which the city of Kathmandu derives its name, are some views you will enjoy on this tour. But on top of the list is the Kumari Ghar - the temple of the living goddess. For most of the year, the Kumari is available to greet people from the balcony of the temple. Photography is strictly prohibited here. Spend some time browsing through a typical Nepalese market place.
Swoyambhunath Stupa: These 2000 years old stupas are situated approx. 1.8 miles west of Kathmandu on a hillock overlooking the Kathmandu valley. This is one of the most glorious Buddhist temples. It is decorated with the famous "Buddha's eyes", and is surrounded by temples and Tibetan monasteries. Today you can relax or explore on your own.
In the afternoon proceed for half day sightseeing of Pashupatinath and Boudhnath.
Pashupatinath: Lying on the banks of the sacred Bagmati River, this is the country's most important Hindu temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva. It was built in 1696 with a two-tiered golden roof and silver doors and is famous for its superb architecture. Each year it draws numerous devotees from all over India.
Boudhnath Stupa: It lays approx. 5 miles east of Kathmandu. This is one of the largest Buddhist shrines in the world, dating before the birth of Christ. It is the religious centre for Nepal's considerable population of Tibetans and there are a number of thriving monasteries. This area is also referred to as 'little Tibet'.
Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight in Kathmandu.
Day 3 : Nagarkot
After breakfast at the hotel, drive to Nagarkot. Nagarkot is located 32 kms, east of Kathmandu, Nepal. Nagarkot thrills visitors with its unrestricted view of the mountain range from Annapurna in the west to the mighty Everest in the East. The hotel is a 30-minute drive from Bhaktapur, a 45-minute drive from Tribhuvan International Airport and an hour’s drive from Kathmandu. Taking a helicopter, it is just a 7-minutes’ ride from Tribuhavan International Airport.
Historically, Nagarkot was a place for the royals of Nepal to escape the scorching heat of summer and a hectic city life. In the 60’s explorers would battle the shivering winds and sleepless nights to see the stupendous sunrise and sunsets. Today, still people from all over World, from different walks of life, travel to Nagarkot, to enjoy the picturesque rural scenery of terraced rice fields, green pastures, the sunrise and sunset. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight in Nagarkot.
Day 4 : Depart Kathmandu
Breakfast at the hotel and transfer to the Tribhuvan International airport, Kathmandu in time to connect to the flight for onward destination.
Disclaimer:
The above program is only for guidance purpose, Similar programs can be tailor made as per request.
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