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Meeting and assistance
on arrival & transfer to hotel.
Afternoon city
tour visiting the Durbar Square, Hanuman Dhoka,
the ancient royal residential quarter, Mahadev
and Parvati Temple, Machhender Bahl-holy place
for the Buddhists and Hindus, Temple House of
Kumari, the vestal virgin or the living goddess.
Walk around the local bazaars. Also visit Swayambunath,
a 2500-year old site where, it is believed, the
Radiant Lotus of the valley-mythology, settled
when the water was drained by Manjushri, the god
of Wisdom. The 5 dhyani Buddha's attended by their
consorts are enshrined at the base of the stupa.
(Non-Hindus are not allowed inside Swayambhunath
temple).
Overnight at the
hotel.
DAY 2:
IN KATHMANDU
Morning visit
Patan. In Patan visit the old Newar City, the
historic Durbar Square, the Golden Gate, the sky
piercing temple of Teleju and the statue of Yogendra
Malla, other temples, old carved windows and balconies
of wood, curio shops and bazaars.
Afternoon excursion
to Bhadgaon, Bodhnath and Pashupatinath. Bhadgaon
- another Newar city founded in the 9th century.
Visit the ancient Gateway, Durbar Square the Royal
Residential quarter of Bhupatindra Malla, the
famous five-storeyed temple of Nyatapola in pagoda
style and other temples. Later, visit Bodhnath,
the 2500-year old Buddhist Stupa, - a holy place
for Buddhist pilgrims from Tibet. Also visit Pashupatinath
temple where Shiva is worshipped in the form of
lingam. (Only Hindus are allowed inside). In the
month of February an annual pilgrimage on the
occasion of Shivaratri is organized here every
year.
Overnight at the hotel.
DAY 3:
KATHMANDU-POKHARA
Morning depart
by surface for Pokhara and on arrival check in
at hotel.
Pokhara is a remarkable place of natural beauty.
Situated at an altitude of 827m from the sea level
and 200km west of Kathmandu valley, the city is
known as a center of adventure. The enchanting
city with a population of around 95,000 has several
beautiful lakes and offers stunning panoramic
views of Himalayan peaks. The serenity of lakes
and the magnificence of the Himalayas rising behind
them create an ambience of peace and magic. So
today the city has not only become the starting
point for most popular trekking and rafting destinations
but also a place to relax and enjoy the beauty
of nature
Overnight at the
hotel.
DAY 4:
IN POKHARA
Morning sightseeing
of Devis fall and lake Phewa.Locally known as
the Patale Chhango (Hell's Fall). Devi's fall
is a lovely waterfall lying about 2 km southwest
of the Pokhara airport. Phewa Lake, the second
largest lake in the Kingdom, is the center of
all attraction in Pokhara.Here, one can sail or
row a hired boat across across to the water or
visit the island temple in its middle.
Afternoon free.
Overnight at the
hotel.
DAY 5: POKHARA-JOMSOM
Morning transfer
to the airport to board flight for Jomsom and
on arrival transfer to hotel.Jomsom Mountain Resort..
This 'green' resort is situated on a plateau of
2700 m, surrounded by the snow-capped towering
mountains, the world's deepest gorge and the roaring
Kali Gandaki river. Just 20 minutes walk uphill
from the airport or 10 minutes by pony ride. The
most breathtaking sight of all is right in front
of the resort. Every room offers unparalleled
view of the majestic Nilgiri mountain. Jomsom
Mountain Resort is a 102-room Resort with 5-star
facilities and located on a superb plateau at
Jomsom. The Resort is unique, not only in Nepal
but also in the entire sub-continent.
Jomsom at an altitude of 2800m, it more correctly
is known as Dzongsam or New Fort. It spreads over
both the banks of the Kali Gandaki. The towering
peaks of Dhaulagiri and Nilgiri form an attractive
backdrop. The views from Jomsom are enchanting
as the Nilgiri (7,061 m) and Dhaulagiri (8,167m)
ranges reflect the golden rays of the rising and
setting sun. The entire panorama is filled with
a golden, glittering light, which forms a dramatic
contrast.
Overnight at the
hotel.
DAY 6:
IN JOMSOM
Jomsom area is not only the most popular trekking
destination in Nepal but also the gateway to Upper
Mustang - "Kingdom" within the Hindu
Kingdom of Nepal. Jomsom is also the gateway to
The Muktinath shrine that holds great religious
significance to both Buddhists and Hindus. The
altitude in this area varies from 2012m near Ghasa
to 8091 m (Mt. Annapurna) - vertical height difference
of 6079 m over a distance of only 14 Km. Though
this is a remote area, private initiative in the
form of many domestic airlines operate frequent
flights to the area. Leave the concrete jungle
behind with the hope that you will experience
nature in its most primitive form
Overnight at the
hotel.
DAY 7:
JOMSOM-KATHMANDU
Morning transfer
to the airport to board flight for Kathmandu and
on arrival transfer to hotel.
Rest of the day
free for independent activities.
Overnight at the
hotel.
DAY 8:
DEPART KATHMANDU
End of our services
with departure transfer to the airport to board
flight for your onward destination.
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