Wildlife with Lumbini

Kathmandu – Chitwan – Pokhara - Lumbini - Nagarkot - Kathmandu

Day 01: Arrival Kathmandu

Arrive Kathmandu international airport by flight. After clearing immigration and custom formalities, you will be meet and greet by our company representative, traditional welcome garlanding.

Transfer to hotel by AC transport. Arrive and check in at hotel.

Overnight at hotel.

Day 02: Kathmandu - Chitwan

Morning after breakfast, drive to Chitwan.

Chitwan: is located in the southern part of Nepal. This sub-tropical wildlife park covers a widespread flat lowland area in Nepal and houses different plant and animal species. This park of Chitwan has a long history. In the past, this park used to satisfy the kings' quest for hunting. On the other hand, during the late 19th century it becomes a highly preferred destination for safari hunters. However, with the course of time as the number of rhino and tiger started to decrease, in the year 1963 its southern part was announced to be a Rhino Sanctuary. Later in 1984 Chitwan National Park was declared a World Heritage site by UNESCO. Some of the animal species that can be seen roaming around the park are Royal Bengal tiger, Gangetic dolphin, One-horned rhinos, Golden Monitor lizard, Wild Asian elephant, Gaur, elephant and Gharial crocodile.

Dinner with Tharu Stick dance programme

Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 03: Chitwan

Morning after breakfast, start tour. Full day enjoy Canoe ride, Birth watching with the naturalist.

Evening free at leisure for independent activities.

Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 04: Chitwan - Pokhara

Morning after breakfast, drive to Pokhara (205 Kms, 06 Hrs). Pokhara, an enchanting natural paradise proffers a heavenly beauty and serenity for the inquisitive travelers. The Valley is the home of a numbers of lakes including the most renowned, Phewa Lake. Pohkara is famous for its amazing views of the Annapurna range. This place has simple natural scenery that affects you at the very first glance. It is considered as the place of natural wonders and complete relaxation.

On arrival proceed for check-in at hotel.

After Lunch enjoy boat ride on Phewa Lake: is the second largest lake of Nepal and the largest lake of Pokhara Valley. IT is situated at an altitude of 784m at the western edge of Pokhara city near Baidam. It covers an area of about 4.43 sq km with an average depth of about 8.6m; maximum water depth is 19m.

Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 05: Pokhara – Sarankot – Pokahra

Early morning wake-up and drive to Sarangkot for viewing the mountain & Sunise. Return to hotel & have breakfast.

Later visit Tibetan Refugee Camp, David’s fall, Bindabasini temple and short visit to Seti Gorge.

Evening free at leisure for independent activities.

Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 06: Pokhara – Lumbini

Morning after breakfast, drive to Lumbini by AC Transport. Upon arrival check-in at hotel.

Later visit Ashoka Stupa, Birth place of Lord Buddha, Maya Devi temple and Lumbini garden.

Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 07: Lumbini- Kathmandu - Nagarkot

Morning after breakfast, transfer to Bhairwa airport to board flight for Kathmandu.

After lunch visit Patan city. This city is full of innumerable pagado styled temples. It is also known as the center of metal works and crafts. Darbara Square; Is located in the heart of the Patan city is the most popluar historical place. The square is full of ancient temples and carvings. The ancient royal palace which consists of three different courtyards, Mulchowk, Sundari chowk and Keshab Narayan Chowk is the exquistite example of Nepalese art and culture.

Golden Window; This richly intricated golden window is the rare architecture in the kingdom of Nepal. A similar dazzling window can be seen nowhere in the country and even in the world as well. A visit to this place is noteworthly. And also visit Refugee camp.

Later drive to Nagakot. Upon arrival check-in at hotel.

Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 08: Nagarkot - Kathmandu

Early morning sunrise and mountain view from the hotel terrace. Breakfast at hotel. Then drive to Kathmandu by coach and on the way visit Bhaktapur city.

Bhaktapur, about fourteen Kilometers east of Kathmandu. Bhaktapur means “the city of devotees” in the Sanskrit language. It is also known as Bhadgaon and was founded in 889 A.D by King Anad Dev. The Bhaktpur Durbar squire is in the middle of city. The palace of Fifty-Five Windows stand in the squire and it was home to many kings of Bhaktpur. Among other monuments in the Bhaktpur are the big bell, the Golden Gate, the five-tiered temple of Nyatapola, the Bhairab Temple and the Dattatreys Squire with its woodcarving and metalwork museums.

After lunch you would be visit at Kathmandu city. Kathmandu is full of temples. It lies in a valley surrounded by high hills.

Hanuman Dhoka; Is the Durbar square of the ancient city of Kathmandu. The Durbar (palace) square itself is named As Hanuman Dhoka. Within the Durbar Square, there is a Three-tiered Pagoda Pagoda style temple built by King Mahendra Malla during 1549 A.D. The temple of goddess, Taleju Bhawani, is on a Big platform which is considered as one of the most magnificent Temple in Nepal. In Human Dhoka, there are plenty of things to been seen, as the dreaded figures of Kal Bhairab, (God of Destruction), coronation platform, statue of king Pratap Malla, Bell and drum.

Kumari Temple; The temple of Kumari, the living Godess is located in the vicinity of Humana Dhoka Palace. It has very attractive wooden carved windows and balconies which represent one of the beautiful architectures of the valley.

And also visit Swyambhunath Stupa, A golden spire crowning a conical wooded hill, Swayambhunath Stupa is the most ancient and enigmatic of all the holy shrines in Kathmandu valley. Its lofty white dome and glittering golden spire are visible for many miles and from all sides of the valley. Historical records found on a stone inscription give evidence that the stupa was already an important Buddhist pilgrimage destination by the 5th century AD. Its origins however, date to a much earlier time, long before the arrival of Buddhism into the valley. The area surrounding the stupa is filled with chaityas, temples, painted images of deities and numerous other religious objects.

Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 09: Kathmandu

Morning after breakfast visit Boudhnatah Stupa - lies about 06 kms to the east of the city center and is one of the largest stupa in South Asia. It looms 36 meters high and presents as one of the most fascinating specimens of stupa design, which was renovated by Licchavi rulers in the eighth century. The stupa is also known as Khasti and the mandala design on its base is a copy of the one in Gyangtse in Tibet. There are more than 45 Buddhist monasteries in the area, which has become one of the major tourist attractions of Nepal. This hemi-spherical dome that symbolizes the emptiness is remarked as one of the ten world heritage site in Nepal by the UNESCO. Also visit Pashupatinath Temple.

After lunch visit Kirtipur city - small town suited on the top of the hill 08 Kms South West of Kathmandu. It is famous for beautiful temples, shrines and old houses. The Tribhuwan University, the only one government university of Nepal, also lies at the foot of the hill.

Evening free for shopping at Themal area.

Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 10: Depart Kathmandu

Morning after breakfast, transfer to airport to board flight for nest destination.