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Kathmandu Stopover
(3 nights / 4 days)
Day Itinerary Details
- Kathmandu
Upon arrival at the Tribhuvan International
Airport in Kathmandu we are met and assisted
by MARCO POLO staff and transferred to your
hotel.
- Kathmandu Breakfast
This morning we start our sight-seeing program
and cover Bhaktapur, the medieval city of
devotees and the best preserved of all the
old cities of Kathmandu Valley. From here
we visit two very important religious centers:
Pashupatinath temple for the Hindus, nearby
along the banks of the river Bagmati is the
cremation area for the dead. Bodhnath is possibly
the largest stupa in the world and a center
for Tibetan school of Buddhism. We are free
in the afternoon.
- Kathmandu Breakfast/Dinner
We continue our tour with a visit to Kathmandu
Durbar Square, the palace of the Malla and
then the Shah kings of Nepal. Places of interest
here are the Kasthamandup, a medieval rest
house said to give Kathmandu its name, Kumari
Temple, abode of the virgin goddess. From
here we visit Swoyambhunath stupa, on top
of a hill overlooking Kathmandu valley. In
the evening we have a Nepalese cultural show
accompanied by a typical local dinner.
- Kathmandu Departure Breakfast
We are free today until our departure transfer
to the airport.
Bon Voyage
Kathmandu Kaleidoscope
(4 Nights/5 Days)
Day Itinerary Details
- Kathmandu
Upon arrival at the Tribhuvan International
Airport in Kathmandu we are met and assisted
by MARCO POLO staff and transferred to your
hotel.
- Kathmandu-Dhulikhel or Nagarkot Breakfast
We begin our sight-seeing tour of Kathmandu
valley by visiting two very important religious
centers: Pashupatinath temple for the Hindus,
nearby along the banks of the river Bagmati
is the cremation area for the dead. Bodhnath
is possibly the largest stupa in the world
and a center for Tibetan school of Buddhism.
We then drive on to Bhaktapur the medieval
city of devotees and the best preserved of
all the old cities of Kathmandu Valley. We
shall then be on time for lunch in Dhulikhel
or Nagarkot for lunch. Rest of the afternoon
we spend in the resort viewing the Himalayan
sunset and relaxing. We spend the night in
the resort.
- Dhulikhel or Nagarkot-Kathmandu Breakfast
After an early morning sunrise view and breakfast
we leave our resort for Kathmandu and continue
our tour with a visit to Kathmandu Durbar
Square, the palace of the Malla and then the
Shah kings of Nepal. Places of interest here
are the Kasthamandup, a medieval rest house
said to give Kathmandu its name, Kumari Temple,
abode of the virgin goddess. From here we
visit Swoyambhunath stupa, on top of a hill
overlooking Kathmandu valley.
- Kathmandu Breakfast/Dinner
This morning we visit third city of Kathmandu
valley, Patan famous for its arts and crafts.
Tour highlights are the Shikara-style Krishna
temple, Patan durbar with the royal baths,
Hiranya Varna Mahavihar, a Buddhist monastery.
From here we visit the Tibetan cultural center
first founded by the Tibetan refugees of the
late fifties and now an exhibition-cum-shopping
complex of carpets, jewellery and many interesting
souvenirs. Rest of the afternoon is free.
In the evening we have a cultural evening
with typical Nepalese dinner.
- Kathmandu Departure Breakfast
We are free today until our departure transfer
to the airport.
Bon Voyage
Legends of the Valley
(7 nights/8 days)
This Valley Tour offers
Day Itinerary Details
- Kathmandu
Upon arrival at the Tribhuvan International
Airport in Kathmandu we are met and assisted
by MARCO POLO staff and transferred to your
hotel.
- Kathmandu Breakfast/Dinner
We start our sight-seeing tour with a visit
to Kathmandu Durbar Square, the palace of
the Malla and then the Shah kings of Nepal.
Places of interest here are the Kasthamandup,
a medieval rest house said to give Kathmandu
its name, Kumari Temple, abode of the virgin
goddess. From here we visit Swoyambhunath
stupa, on top of a hill overlooking Kathmandu
valley. In the evening we have a Nepalese
cultural show accompanied by a typical local
meal.
- Kathmandu Breakfast
We visit Patan famous for itsarts and crafts.
Tour highlights are the Shikara-style Krishna
temple, Patandurbar with the royal baths,
Hiranya Varna Mahavihar, a Buddhist monastery.
From here we visit the Tibetan Cultural center
first founded by the Tibetan refugees of the
late fifties and now an exhibition-cum-shopping
complex of carpets, jewelry and many interesting
souvenirs. The nearby Patan Industrial Estate
also houses many factories producing wood
and metal works, carpets and jewelry. We are
free in the afternoon.
- Kathmandu Breakfast, lunch
The full day excursion to the southern end
of the valley is a rewarding experience. The
Chobar Gorge is through which the mythical
valley lake was drained out by the sword of
Manjushree, the legendary founder of the valley.
The old town of Kirtipur is famous both as
a typical Newari town dating back to the middle
ages and also as the town most resilient to
Gurkha attacks during the unification of Nepal.Dakshinkali,
the temple devoted to the Hindu deity Kali,
isa favored spot for pilgrims wishing to offer
animalsacrifices to the goddess. After our
sight-seeing tour we take a short detour on
the main road up a steep hill to Haatiban,
pine-forested hilltop offering excellent panoramic
views of the Kathmandu valley and the Himalayan
mountain in the backdrop. Here we stop for
lunch at the excellent Haatiban Resort. After
lunch we continue on the ring road to Budanilkanth,
a shrine dedicated to Lord Vishnu in reclining
position, dating back to 4th century A.D.
Licchavi period.
- Kathmandu Breakfast, lunch
Today we take a morning excursion to Godavari,
a tranquil hamlet on the foothills of Phulchowki
peak, the highest peak surrounding the valley.
The pleasant drive passes through several
old farming villages before reaching Godavari
itself. The Royal Botanical Gardens is the
main attraction here. Nearby is St. Xavier's
school founded by the Jesuits in 1950. We
stop for lunch at Godavari Village Resort,
a new establishment catering to an increasing
number of visitors to this place. We are free
in the afternoon.
- Kathmandu - Nagarkot Breakfast, lunch
In the morning we visit two very important
religious centers: Pashupatinath temple of
the Hindus, nearby along the banks of the
river Bagmati is the cremation area for the
dead. Bodhnath is possibly the largest stupa
in the world and a center for Tibetan school
of Buddhism. We then drive on to Bhaktapur
the medieval city of devotees and the best
preserved of all the old cities of Kathmandu
Valley. We shall then be on time for lunch
in Nagarkot, the valley's most famous hill
resort, which offers panoramic views of the
Himalayan mountains from Ganesh Himal to the
east to Mt. Everest in the north. Rest of
the afternoon we spend in our resort hotel
viewing the Himalayan sunset and relaxing.
We spend the night in the resort.
- Nagarkot Breakfast, lunch
After breakfast we take a leisurely 4-5 hours
trek, mostly downhill, to Changunarayan temple.
Considered to be the oldest temple extant
in Kathmandu valley, the temple is dedicated
to Lord Vishnu and built during the Licchavi
period in the 4th century. It has survived
the ravages of time and an Islamic invasion
from Bengal. We have a picnic lunch in the
vicinity of the temple. After lunch we drive
to Sankhu village, one of the oldest settlements
lying in the trade route between China and
Nepal. We return to our resort hotel in Nagarkot
for our last night in Kathmandu.
- Nagarkot
Airport Breakfast We are free until our departure
transfer to the airport.
Bon Voyage
Royal Safari
(5 Nights/6 Days)
TOUR CODE: MPT/ADV/RSF/16
Day Itinerary Details
- Kathmandu
Upon arrival at the Tribhuvan International
Airport in Kathmandu we are met and assisted
by MARCO POLO staff and transferred to your
hotel.
- Kathmandu Breakfast/Dinner
This morning we start our sight-seeing program
and cover Bhaktapur, the medieval city of
devotees and the best preserved of all the
old cities of Kathmandu Valley. From here
we visit two very important religious centers:
Pashupatinath temple for the Hindus, nearby
along the banks of the river Bagmati is the
cremation area for the dead. Bodhnath is possibly
the largest stupa in the world and a center
for Tibetan school of Buddhism.
In the afternoon we continue our tour with
a visit to Kathmandu Durbar Square, the palace
of the Malla and then the Shah kings of Nepal.
Places of interest here are the Kasthamandup,
a medieval rest house said to give Kathmandu
its name, Kumari Temple, abode of the virgin
goddess. From here we visit Swoyambhunath
stupa, on top of a hill overlooking Kathmandu
valley. In the evening we have a Nepalese
cultural show accompanied by a typical local
dinner.
- Kathmandu-Chitwan Breakfast/lunch/dinner
We have an early morning drive to the Royal
Chitwan National Park, our destination for
wildlife viewing. We arrive in our jungle
resort and check in. We begin our safari activities
almost immediately with a briefing, elephant
ride, jungle walks, canoe ride and jeep ride
in pursuit of myriad flora and fauna including
the rhinoceros and the Royal Bengal tiger.
In the evening we have some cultural entertainment
and bonfire during winter.
- Chitwan Breakfast/lunch/dinner
We continue on our wildlife pursuits today
in the presence of qualified naturalists.
- Chitwan-Kathmandu Breakfast
After breakfast we are driven to Bharatpur
airport for a short flight back to Kathmandu.
We are met and transferred to our hotel in
Kathmandu. Rest of the evening is for relaxation.
- Kathmandu Departure Breakfast
0 We are free today until our departure transfer
to the airport.
Bon Voyage
Twin Valley Tours
(6 Nights/7 Days)
TOUR CODE: MPT/PKR/VAL/14
Day Itinerary Details
- Kathmandu Breakfast
Upon arrival at the Tribhuvan International
Airport in Kathmandu we are met and assisted
by MARCO POLO staff and transferred to your
hotel.
- Kathmandu Breakfast/dinner
We begin our sight-seeing tour of Kathmandu
valley by visiting two very important religious
centers: Pashupatinath temple for the Hindus,
nearby along the banks of the river Bagmati
is the cremation area for the dead. Bodhnath
is possibly the largest stupa in the world
and a center for Tibetan school of Buddhism.
We then drive on to Bhaktapur the medieval
city of devotees and the best reserved of
all the old cities of Kathmandu Valley.
We return to Kathmandu for lunch and then
we visit Patan famous for its arts and crafts.
Tour highlights are the Shikara-style Krishna
temple, Patan durbar with the royal baths,
Hiranya Varna Mahavihar, a Buddhist monastery.
From here we visit the Tibetan cultural center
first founded by the Tibetan refugees of the
late fifties and now an exhibition-cum-shopping
complex of carpets, jewellery and many interesting
souvenirs. In the evening we have a cultural
evening with typical Nepalese dinner.
- Kathmandu-Pokhara Breakfast
We continue our tour in the morning with a
visit to Kathmandu Durbar Square, the palace
of the Malla and then the Shah kings of Nepal.
Places of interest here are the Kasthamandup,
a medieval rest house said to give Kathmandu
its name, Kumari Temple, abode of the virgin
goddess From here we visit Swoyambhunath stupa,
on top of a hill overlooking Kathmandu valley.
After lunch we are transferred to the domestic
airport for a short flight to Pokhara. Upon
arrival we are met by Marco Polo staff and
transferred to our hotel.
- Pokhara Breakfast
This picturesque town set on the laps of the
Annapurna mountains is the staging area of
all treks in this region. Today we visit the
important sight-seeing areas like Bindebashini
Temple, Devin's Gorge, Seti Gorge and the
market place. We have rest of the afternoon
at leisure. Boating on Fewa Lake is an optional
you can enjoy.
- Pokhara-Kathmandu Breakfast
We are free to on our own in morning. In the
afternoon we take the short flight back to
Kathmandu. We are met and transferred to our
hotel in Kathmandu.
- Kathmandu Breakfast
We are totally on our own today. We can take
some optional tours to the famous sites of
the valley: Dakshinkali temple famous for
animal sacrifices, Budanilkanth, the sleeping
Vishnu statue; Godavari Botannical Gardens.
Kindly let our tour officer know your choice.
Kathmandu Departure Breakfast
We are free today until our departure transfer
to the airport.
Bon Voyage
A Glimpse of Nepal
(7 Nights/8 Days)
TOUR CODE: MPT/PKR/CHT/15
Day Itinerary Details
- Kathmandu Breakfast
Upon arrival at the Tribhuvan International
Airport in Kathmandu we are met and assisted
by MARCO POLO staff and transferred to your
hotel.
- Kathmandu Breakfast, Dinner
We start our valley sight-seeing tour in the
morning with a visit to Kathmandu Durbar Square,
the palace of the Malla and then the Shah
kings of Nepal. Places of interest here are
the Kasthamandup, a medieval rest house said
to give Kathmandu its name, Kumari Temple,
abode of the virgin goddess. From here we
visit Swoyambhunath stupa, on top of a hill
overlooking Kathmandu valley.
We return to our hotel for lunch or stop by
in a convenient restaurant and then we visit
Patan famous for its arts and crafts. Tour
highlights are the Shikara-style Krishna temple,
Patan durbar with the royal baths, Hiranya
Varna Mahavihar, a Buddhist monastery. From
here we visit the Tibetan cultural center
first founded by the Tibetan refugees of the
late fifties and now an exhibition-cum-shopping
complex of carpets, jewellery and many interesting
souvenirs. In the evening we have a cultural
evening with typical Nepalese dinner.
- Kathmandu - Bhaktapur - Dhulikhel or
Nagarkot Breakfast
We continue our sight-seeing tour of Kathmandu
valley by visiting two very important religious
centers: Pashupatinath holiest temple for
the Hindus, nearby along the banks of the
river Bagmati is the cremation area for the
dead. Bodhnath is possibly the largest stupa
in the world and a center for Tibetan school
of Buddhism. We then drive on to Bhaktapur
the medieval city of devotees and the best
preserved of all the old cities of Kathmandu
Valley. Tour highlights are Palace with 55
Windows, Golden Gate, Nyatapola 5-storeyed
temple. We shall then be on time for lunch
in Dhulikhel or Nagarkot. Rest of the afternoon
we spend in the resort viewing the Himalayan
sunset and relaxing. We spend the night in
the resort.
- Dhulikhel or Nagarkot - Pokhara Breakfast
After an early morning sunrise view and breakfast
we leave our resort for Pokhara. This journey
though mountain terrain takes around 5 hours.
We arrive in Pokhara and check into our hotel.
In the afternoon we visit the important sight-seeing
areas like Bindebashini temple, Devin's Fall,
Seti Gorge and the market place. We have rest
of the afternoon at leisure. Boating on Fewa
Lake is an optional we can enjoy today.
- Pokhara-Chitwan Breakfast, lunch, dinner
We have an early morning drive to the Royal
Chitwan National Park, our destination for
wildlife viewing. We arrive in our jungle
resort and check in. We begin our safari activities
almost immediately with a briefing, elephant
ride, jungle walks, canoe ride and jeep ride
in pursuit of myriad flora and fauna including
the rhinoceros and the Royal Bengal tiger.
In the evening we have some cultural entertainment
plus bonfire during winter.
- Chitwan Breakfast, lunch, dinner
We continue on our wildlife pursuits today
in the presence of qualified naturalists.
- Chitwan-Kathmandu Breakfast
After breakfast we are driven to Bharatpur
airport for a short flight back to Kathmandu.
We are met and transferred to our hotel in
Kathmandu. Rest of the afternoon at leisure.
- Kathmandu Departure Breakfast
We are free today until our departure transfer
to the airport.
Bon Voyage
Adventure Prologue
(8 Nights/9 Days)
TOUR CODE: MPT/ADV/PRO/17
Day Itinerary Details
- Kathmandu Breakfast
Upon arrival at the Tribhuvan International
Airport in Kathmandu we are met and assisted
by MARCO POLO staff and transferred to your
hotel.
- Kathmandu Breakfast/dinner
We start our valley sight-seeing tour in the
morning with a visit to Kathmandu Durbar Square,
the palace of the Malla and then the Shah
kings of Nepal. Places of interest here are
the Kasthamandup, a medieval rest house said
to give Kathmandu its name, Kumari Temple,
abode of the virgin goddess. From here we
visit Swoyambhunath stupa, on top of a hill
overlooking Kathmandu valley.
We return to our hotel for lunch or stop by
in a convenient restaurant and then we visit
Patan famous for its arts and crafts. Tour
highlights are the Shikara-style Krishna temple,
Patan durbar with the royal baths, Hiranya
Varna Mahavihar, a Buddhist monastery. From
here we visit the Tibetan cultural center
first founded by the Tibetan refugees of the
late fifties and now an exhibition-cum-shopping
complex of carpets, jewellery and many interesting
souvenirs. In the evening we have a cultural
evening with typical Nepalese dinner.
- Kathmandu-Rafting-Dhulikhel Breakfast/lunch
We leave early morning for our rafting expedition.
We arrive at our raft put-in-pint at the Sunkosi
river and float down river encountering some
exciting rapids. We are served freshly cooked
lunch by the river-ban of the Sunkosi. We
are then driven to our resort in Dhulikhel
for the rest of the day. We have Himalayan
sunset views and spend the night in the resort.
- Dhulikhel-Chitwan Breakfast/lunch/dinner
We have an early morning drive to the Royal
Chitwan National Park, our destination for
wildlife viewing. We stay 2 nights in a lodge
and 1 night in a tented camp during our visit
to the park. We begin our safari activities
almost immediately with a briefing, elephant
ride, jungle walks, canoe ride and jeep ride
in pursuit of myriad flora and fauna including
the rhinoceros and the Royal Bengal tiger.
In the evening we have some cultural entertainment
plus bonfire during winter.
- Chitwan Breakfast/lunch/dinner
We continue on our wildlife pursuits today
in the presence of qualified naturalists.
- Chitwan Breakfast/lunch/dinner
Today we leave the comforts of our lodge and
rough it out in the tented camp. As we go
closer to nature we shall continue to enjoy
our wildlife sightings.
- Chitwan-Pokhara Breakfast
We drive to Pokhara through scenic mountain
terrain and upon reaching Pokhara we relax
in our hotel. The evening can be spent most
enjoyably on the bank of the tranquil Fewa
Lake, which reflects the towering Fishtail
peak in its water.
- Pokhara-Kathmandu Breakfast
We are free to on our own in morning. In the
afternoon we take the short flight back to
Kathmandu. We are met and transferred to our
hotel in Kathmandu.
- Kathmandu Departure Breakfast We
are free today until our departure transfer
to the airport.
Bon Voyage
Explore Nepal
(11 Nights/12 Days)
TOUR CODE: MPT/ADV/EXP/18
Day Itinerary Details
- Kathmandu Breakfast
Upon rrival at the Tribhuvan International
Airport in Kathmandu we are met and assisted
by MARCO POLO staff and transferred to your
hotel.
- Kathmandu Breakfast, dinner
This morning we start our sight-seeing program
and cover Bhaktapur, the medieval city of
devotees and the preserved of all the old
cities of Kathmandu Valley. From here we visit
two very important religious centers: Pashupatinath
temple for the Hindus, nearby along the banks
of the river Bagmati is the cremation area
for the dead. Bodhnath is possibly the largest
stupa in the world and a center for Tibetan
school of Buddhism.
In the afternoon we continue our tour with
a visit to Kathmandu Durbar Square, the palace
of the Malla and then the Shah kings of Nepal.
Places of interest here are the Kasthamandup,
a medieval rest house said to give Kathmandu
its name, Kumari Temple, abode of the virgin
goddess. From here we visit Swoyambhunath
stupa, on top of a hill overlooking Kathmandu
valley. In the evening we have a Nepalese
cultural show accompanied by a typical local
dinner.
- Kathmandu-Pokhara-Kalikathan Breakfast,
lunch, dinner
In 1980 H.R.H. Prince Charles (before he married!)
embarked upon a 3 day Royal Trek especially
designed for him, and we shall now trace his
footsteps! After breakfast, a short flight
takes us to Pokhara, where we are welcomed
by our Sherpa guide who will lead us on our
3/4 hour first day journey through the hills
and villages of Chetris and Bahuns. The mountain
views of Dhaulagiri to our East and Manasalu
to the west are truly spectacular. We stay
overnight in camp at Kalikathan and are completely
catered for by our attentive trekking staff.
- Kalikathan-Shyaglung Breakfast, lunch,
dinner
Through Thulokot towards Shyaglung, the scattered
villages and honest farming country of Gurung
provide the bulk of recruits for the British
and Indian Gurkha regiments. It's a fascinating
day of interest and endeavor which we'll no
doubt be reflecting upon around the camp-fire,
as we dine and camp in Shyaglung.
- Shyaglung-Pokhara Breakfast, lunch
It's downhill today (thankfully!) as we descend
towards the Pokhara valley and see the lakes
of Rupa and Begnas beneath us. After a lakeside
lunch we are coached to Pokhara, where it's
"goodbye" comfort and luxury of the hotel.
A real bed!!
- Pokhara-Gajuri Breakfast, lunch, dinner
That's enough relaxing! An early start for
a very full day. After breakfast we leave
Pokhara for the 3 hour drive to the village
of Baireni where we meet our raft crew, and
explore the local Hindu temple while they
prepare our new mode of transportation. Our
first river rafting day is a leisurely and
interesting one, as we negotiate several small
"drops" in the river, and lunch on one of
the quiet and secluded beaches. As we near
Gajuri, our crew will set-up camp for us,
and prepare a delicious camp-fire meal. We'll
meet the friendly locals and generally reflect
upon an eventful day.
- Gajuri-Charaudi Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Another fascinating day of contrasting sights,
smells and sounds as we glide past the many
aspects of river life, simple farming and
more sophisticated terraced cultivation. Thick
forests alternate with open land areas, and
we "shoot" the rapids of the Three Goddesses
of Buri Gandaki as we approach our night camp
at Charaudi. Overall, it's a pretty sedate
prelude to the "white-knuckle" day tomorrow!
Again, we'll eat under the stars and meet
the locals.
- Charaudi-Chitwan Breakfast, lunch, dinner
It's "hold-on-to-your-hair-time" as soon as
we leave camp, as we negotiate one of the
most exciting white water stretches in the
world! So don't have a heavy breakfast - you
won't forget this in a hurry! After the morning
excitement we then glide more sedately and
marvel at the changes in our scenery. The
high gorges and steep canyon walls, small
waterfalls and lush grottoes contrast with
the rapids and provide a welcome interlude
for lunch. We bid farewell to our skilled
Rafters as we approach Kuringhat, and are
then driven to the Wildlife Resort in the
heart of the Royal Chitwan National Park.
In the afternoon, we board our elephants (yes!
Elephants!) for a jungle safari, where we
shall be photographing rhino, crocodile, endless
varieties of exotic birds, deer, leopard,
bear. sloth and hopefully, the Royal Bengal
Tiger. A unforgettable day is climaxed by
a slide presentation followed by dinner at
the jungle resort. Overnight at the lodge.
- Chitwan Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Another exciting day at the jungle resort
with jungle walks, canoe trips bird-watching
and village tours on the itinerary. ur last
night at the jungle resort and special and
very colorful local dance troupe visit us.
- Chitwan-Kathmandu Breakfast
We'll awake with the sunrise today. It's our
chance to get those special shots of the animals
as they stretch and emerge into the wild.
Then it's breakfast and "home" to Kathmandu
and the welcome luxury of the hotel.
- Kathmandu Breakfast
Your last full day in Nepal - we'll leave
it free for you to buy those things you promised
yourself or just do whatever you feel like.
- Kathmandu Departure
We are free today until our departure transfer
to the airport.
Bon Voyage
Best of Nepal
(14 Nights/15 Days)
TOUR CODE: MPT/ADV/BST/19
Day Itinerary Details
- Kathmandu Breakfast
Upon arrival at the Tribhuvan International
Airport in Kathmandu we are met and assisted
by MARCO POLO staff and transferred to your
hotel.
- Kathmandu Breakfast, dinner
We start our valley sight-seeing tour in the
morning with a visit to Kathmandu Durbar Square,
the palace of the Malla and then the Shah
kings of Nepal. Places of interest here are
the Kasthamandup, a medieval rest house said
to give Kathmandu its name, Kumari Temple,
abode of the virgin goddess. From here we
visit Swoyambhunath stupa, on top of a hill
overlooking Kathmandu valley.
We return to our hotel for lunch or stop by
in a convenient restaurant and then we visit
Patan famous for its arts and crafts. Tour
highlights are the Shikara-style Krishna temple,
Patan durbar with the royal baths, Hiranya
Varna Mahavihar, a Buddhist monastery. From
here we visit the Tibetan cultural center
first founded by the Tibetan refugees of the
late fifties and now an exhibition-cum-shopping
complex of carpets, jewellery and many interesting
souvenirs. In the evening we have a cultural
evening with typical Nepalese dinner.
- Kathmandu-Pokhara-Kalikathan Breakfast,
lunch, dinner
In 1980 H.R.H. Prince Charles (before he married!)
embarked upon a 3 day Royal Trek especially
designed for him, and we shall now trace his
footsteps! After breakfast, a short flight
takes us to Pokhara, where we are welcomed
by our Sherpa guide who will lead us on our
3/4 hour first day journey through the hills
and villages of Chetris and Bahuns. The mountain
views of Dhaulagiri to our East and Manasalu
to the west are truly spectacular. We stay
overnight in camp at Kalikathan and are completely
catered for by our attentive trekking staff.
- Kalikathan-Shyaglung Breakfast, lunch,
dinner
Through Thulokot towards Shyaglung, the scattered
villages and honest farming country of Gurung
provide the bulk of recruits for the British
and Indian Gurkha regiments. It's a fascinating
day of interest and endeavor which we'll no
doubt be reflecting upon around the camp-fire,
as we dine and camp in Shyaglung.
- Shyaglung-Pokhara Breakfast, lunch
It's downhill today (thankfully!) as we descend
towards the Pokhara valley and see the lakes
of Rupa and Begnas beneath us. After a lakeside
lunch we are coached to Pokhara, where it's
"goodbye" comfort and luxury of the hotel.
A real bed!!
- Pokhara-Gajuri Breakfast, lunch, dinner
That's enough relaxing! An early start for
a very full day. After breakfast we leave
Pokhara for the 3 hour drive to the village
of Baireni where we meet our raft crew, and
explore the local Hindu temple while they
prepare our new mode of transportation. Our
first river rafting day is a leisurely and
interesting one, as we negotiate several small
"drops" in the river, and lunch on one of
the quiet and secluded beaches. As we near
Gajuri, our crew will set-up camp for us,
and prepare a delicious camp-fire meal. We'll
meet the friendly locals and generally reflect
upon an eventful day.
- Gajuri-Charaudi Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Another fascinating day of contrasting sights,
smells and sounds as we glide past the many
aspects of river life, simple farming and
more sophisticated terraced cultivation. Thick
forests alternate with open land areas, and
we "shoot" the rapids of the Three Goddesses
of Buri Gandaki as we approach our night camp
at Charaudi. Overall, it's a pretty sedate
prelude to the "white-knuckle" day tomorrow!
Again, we'll eat under the stars and meet
the locals.
Charaudi-Chitwan Breakfast, lunch, dinner
It's "hold-on-to-your-hair-time" as soon as
we leave camp, as we negotiate one of the
most exciting white water stretches in the
world! So don't have a heavy breakfast - you
won't forget this in a hurry! After the morning
excitement we then glide more sedately and
marvel at the changes in our scenery. The
high gorges and steep canyon walls, small
waterfalls and lush grottoes contrast with
the rapids and provi of the valley, temples,
monuments, and picturesque villages.
- Chitwan Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Another exciting day at the jungle resort
with jungle walks, canoe trips bird-watching
and village tours on the itinerary. Our last
night at the jungle resort and special and
very colorful local dance troupe visit us.
- Chitwan-Kathmandu Breakfast
We'll awake with the sunrise today. It's our
best chance to get those special shots of
the animals as they stretch and emerge into
the wild. Then it's breakfast and "home" to
Kathmandu and the welcome lusury of the hotel.
Kathmandu-Bhaktapur-Dhulikhel or Nagarkot
Breakfast
We continue our sight-seeing tour of Kathmandu
valley by visiting two very important religious
centers: Pashupatinath holiest temple for
the Hindus, nearby along the banks of the
river Bagamati is the cremation area for the
dead. Bodhnath is possibly the largest stupa
in the world and a center for Tibetan school
of Buddhism. We then drive on to Bhaktapur
the medieval city of devotees and the best
preserved of all the old cities of Kathmandu
valley. Tour highlight are Palace with 55
Windows, Golden Gate, Nyatapola 5-storeyed
temple. We shall then be on time for lunch
in Dhulikhel or Nagarkot. Rest of the afternoon
we spend in the resort viewing the Himalayan
sunset and relaxing. We spend the night in
the resort.
- Dhulikhel or Nagarkot Breakfast
Today we shall spend our time in the resort
exploring the many interesting villages nearby.
For the adventurous short treks can be organized
by our resort where we carry our picnic packs
and set off to see the nearby farming communities
and local temples all the time with the Himalayan
range as the backdrop. We spend the second
night in the resort as well.
Dhulikhel or Nagarkot-Kathmandu Breakfast
After an early morning sunrise view and breakfast
we leave our resort for Kathmandu.
- Kathmandu Breakfast
We are free for the day, our last day in Nepal.
This is the final opportunity to catch up
on souvenir hunting or take additional tours
of the valley, temples, monuments, and picturesque
villages.
- Kathmandu-Departure Breakfast
We are free today until our departure transfer
to the airport.
Bon Voyage
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