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of the Himalayas - Chitwan Jungle
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12
Days / 11 Nights |
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Itinerary (Kathmandu
- Pokhara - Kalikastan - Shaklung - Chisopani -
Begnas Bazzar - Pokhara - Chitwan - Kathmandu) |
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TOUR DURATION : 12
DAYS / 11 NIGHTS TOUR :
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DAY 01 :
ARRIVE KATHMANDU
Arrival in Kathmandu. On arrival at
Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu you will be met
by our representatives. You will then
board the waiting vehicle to
be transferred to the hotel. City Maps and detailed itinerary
will be handed over to you.
On the way to your hotel, our representative will brief you on
Nepal, general do's and don'ts and also explain your program in
brief. Upon arrival at the hotel, you will be offered a welcome
drink and shown to your room. Later our representative
will brief in detail on your itinerary.
14.00 Hrs
: Sightseeing tour of
KATHMANDU CITY -
The Hanumandhoka -
Kathmandu's Durbar Square is the historic seat of royalty. The Durbar Square
with its old temples and palaces, epitomises the religious and cultural life of
the people. It is here that kings of Nepal are crowned and their coronations
solemnized. Also visit the Taleju Temple built by King Mahendra Malla in 1549
AD, the temple of Kal Bhairav - the God of destruction and the temple of
Kumari (Vestal Virgin) or the Living Goddess - represents a very ancient Hindu
deity of Nepal locally known as Taleju is Buddhist by birth.
The Kumari
acknowledges greetings from her balcony window. Once a year during Indra Jatra
festival, the King of Nepal seeks the Kumari's blessing. Kasthamandap --
Located near the Kumari Temple is said to be built from the wood of a
single tree from the city. The city of Kathmandu derives its name from this
temple. The Kathmandu Durbar Square was listed in the UNESCO World Heritage
Monument List in 1979.
Next to SWOYHUMBHUNATH STUPA
- the oldest Buddhist shrine. It is
said to be 2,000 years old. Painted on the four sides of the
spire’s base are the all - seeing eyes of Lord Buddha. It is 3
km west of Kathmandu City and is situated on a hillock about 77
m above the level of Kathmandu Valley and commands an excellent
view of the Valley. This Stupa is the oldest of its kind in
Nepal. It was also listed in the UNESCO World Heritage Monument
List in
1979.
19.00 Hrs :
Vehicle transfer to an excellent Nepalese Restaurant -The
Bhanchaghar for a
Traditional Nepali
Welcome reception
and dinner. Here you will have the opportunity to enjoy
a live Nepalese Cultural programme performed by beautiful
young girls dressed in ethnic traditional Nepalese costumes
and jewelry representing various parts of Nepal. Dinner will
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The BHANCHHA GHAR -
which means Nepali Kitchen is situated within two minutes walk
of Durbar Marg. It is established in a restored aristocratic
house. The walls are built from mud bricks, and most of
the floors are earthen. The décor, music, and corckery used are
all typical of Nepal. The food is most distinctive with an
exotic selection of spiced meat, robust vegetarian dishes
prepared with local Newari sauces and accompanied by house
blends of Rakshi (Local Nepali Schnapps).
Overnight at Hotel in Kathmandu.
DAY 02 :
IN
KATHMANDU
07.00 Hrs : Breakfast.
0900
Hrs : Sightseeing tour
of PATAN CITY
- This city of architecture and
fine arts was founded in 250 AD, previously called Lalitpur. It
is also known as the "Town with a Thousand Golden Roofs." This
ancient city lies about 5 kms southeast of Kathmandu. The city
is full of Hindu and Buddhist monuments. Interesting places to
visit here include the Durbar Square, Mahaboudha, Krishna Mandir
and Hirayana Mahabihar Temple (The Golden Temple).
Evening : Our trekking staff will brief you on your trek.
The Royal Trek - which is a reasonably easy four day/ three
night trek and offers good mountain views. It gained its name
because Prince Charles and entrourage of 13 guests, 32 sherpas,
and 120 porters first trekked this route in December 1980.
Overnight at Hotel in Kathmandu.
DAY 03 : KATHMANDU / A DAY RAFT / POKHARA
06.30 Hrs :
Breakfast.
07.00
Hrs : Drive to Charaudi (approx 83 kms from Kathmandu) a raft start point and raft for a
day. Drive to Charaudi (raft put in point ) for a day raft 3-4
hour on river and the Raft ends in Kurintar (raft put out
point). A waiting car will pick you up and drive you to Pokhara.
Upon arrival in Pokhara check in at hotel. Overnight in Hotel in Pokhara.
DAY 04 :
POKHARA - KALIKASTAN (1370 M.)
: WALKING 4-5 Hrs.
After breakfast you
will be then drive about 20 minutes to the trek start point near
the Bijaypur River. A one hour climb leads to Kandani Hill.
Lunch will be served. From this hill, Pokhara Valley, Mt.
Annapurna South, Mt. Annapurna I, II, III, IV, Lamjung Himal,
and Machhapuchhre Himal can all be seen on a clear days. Then
after lunch, hiking for 2 hrs. reach Kalikastan Camp.
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DAY 05 :
KALIKASTHAN - SHAKLUNG (1730 M) : WALKING 5-6 Hrs.
The sunrise from here is just
magnificent as the rising sun paints the majestic Himalayan
peaks from faint pink to amber then to burning gold. After
breakfast, trek through Gurung villages with views of
Machhapuchhre and different peaks of Annapurna, Lamjung,
Manasalu etc. The trail follows along the forested ridge top
through Thulokot to Mathi Thana, where they are a few shops.
There is a short climb, then the trek reaches Naudanda, Continue
along the ridge to a school at Lipini village, then make a steep
but short climb through forests to the Gurung Village of
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06 :
SHAKLUNG - CHISOPANI (1629 M) : WALKING 3-4 Hrs.
After breakfast set
off for another day's trek.
The Himalyan skyline continues to change as the routed comes
abreast of Annapuran II, Lamjung Himal, Manaslu and Himalchuli.
From Shaklung, the trail drops steeply down the south side of
the hill to a large tree, chautara, several tea shops and a
police check post. This is a trail junction, trails lead south
to Begnas Tal and north to the Marsyangdi Khola. The Royal Trek
route climbs towards Chisapani, winding around the back of the
hill to the village. A short distance above Chisopani is a high
knoll where there is a small temple. This is Chisopani Danda (danda means " ridge top").
Tented camp is set up with splendid mountain views. Time in the
afternoon to explore this attractive Gurung Village.
DAY
07 :
CHISOPANI / BEGNAS BAZAAR (900 M) : WALKING 4 Hrs.
After breakfast,
trek along the ridge for an hour or so, then descend steeply on
stone steps, into a small valley and a stream that feeds Rupa
Tal. Continue for a short distance through rice fields. Then
make a final ascent to the ridge that separates Begnas Tal and
Rupa Tal, on a wide path that you will share with many local
people. From the ridge, descend into the Pokhara Valley, joining
the road at the crowded, and noisy Begnas Bazaar. Drive to
Pokhara (12 km) 30 minute drive.
Upon arrival in Pokhara check in at Hotel.
Overnight at Hotel in Pokhara.
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08 : POKHARA / CHITWAN
After breakfast
drive to Temple Tiger
Jungle Lodge inside Royal Chitwan National Park.
Upon arrival at Amaltarighat
(bank of
Narayani River) our naturalists
will meet you. Enter
into an atmosphere of adventure which begins with crossing the
river by boats.
After the crossing, you will be
given hot towels to refresh yourselves and welcome Tika and
Drinks. Then transferred to the Temple Tiger Jungle Lodge by
, elephants or landrovers.
TEMPLE TIGER
is situated in the heart of the Royal Chitwan National Park,
which is home to the great one horned rhinoceros, sloth bear,
wild boar, gaur (bison), 4 species of deer, 2 species of
monkeys, 2 species of crocodiles, leopard, the elusive Royal
Bengal Tiger, and over 450 species of birds and various other
reptiles.
At the Temple Tiger Jungle
Lodge, the Manager will brief you about the activities at the
lodge and show you to your rooms.
15.00 Hrs :
You can either go for a jungle safari on elephant back so that
you can penetrate deep into the jungle for viewing and
photographing wildlife or for a jungle walk to experience the
abundant bird-life and the flora and fauna of the Park. If you
are lucky, you may see the elusive Royal Bengal Tiger.
Afterwards tea will be
available or our well stocked bar will cater to the needs of the
thirsty. A meal of continental or Nepalese cuisine will be
served in the evening.
Overnight at
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DAY 09
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ROYAL CHITWAN NATIONAL PARK
06.00 Hrs :
Early morning offers another
opportunity for an elephant safari, lasting two hours and
penetrating through dense grasslands to view wildlife. This
grass commonly known as elephant grass is dense and grows to a
height of 5-6 meters. It is the favorite habitat of the
rhinoceros and other mammals.
09.00 Hrs :
After a leisurely breakfast, you
can visit our elephant stables where the senior naturalists will
give a talk about the habits of the elephants. Also a chance to
see elephants having a bath.
12.00 Hrs : Lunch at the lodge.
In the afternoon relax around the lodge, take a drive through
the jungles in land rovers followed by a boat ride down the
Narayani river where there are excellent chances of viewing the
gharial crocodiles as well as mugger crocodiles, fresh water
dolphins, otters and varieties of water birds, or go on a
nature walk or birding with one of our naturalists.
At the end of the canoe ride, waiting land rovers will bring
you back to the lodge.
In the evening
there is be a slide presentation and a talk programme when one
of our senior naturalists will give an introduction on The Royal
Chitwan National Park, animals and their habitats and other
social structure of the Park and the villages in the vicinity.
Dinner at the lodge.
Overnight at Temple Tiger Jungle Lodge in Chitwan.
DAY 10 :
ROYAL
CHITWAN NATIONAL PARK / KATHMANDU
07.30 Hrs :
After
breakfast, transfer by elephants,
landrover and canoes to waiting vehicles to
drive to
Kathmandu (5/6 hours drive).
Overnight at Hotel in
Kathmandu.
DAY 11 :
09.00 Hrs :
Sightseeing
tour
PASUPATINATH TEMPLE :
is situated 5 kms east of Kathmandu, and the temple of Lord
Shiva, The temple with a two tiered golden roof and silver door
is considered one of the holiest shrines for Hindus. Although
only Hindus are allowed inside the temple, visitors can witness
the activities performed in the temple premises from the eastern
bank of the Bagmati River. The temple was listed in the UNESCO
World Heritage Monument List in 1979.
After drive about 20 minutes to
BOUDHANATH STUPA
: This ancient colossal
Stupa is one of the biggest in the world, and is the centre of
Tibetan Buddhism in Nepal. Listed in the UNESCO World Heritage
Monument List in 1979.
Overnight at Hotel in Kathmandu.
DAY 12
: KATHMANDU/ ONWARD DESTINATION
Transfer to Tribhuwan International Airport for your
departure flight.
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Internet
online booking system
At the
Foothills of the Himalayas - Chitwan jungle |
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The rates given below are in US Dollars,
and Per Person on twin sharing room basis. |
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2 persons |
3-6 persons |
7-10 persons |
Single Supplement |
Very competitive prices.
On request. |
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Very competitive prices.
On request. |
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Includes the following services :
- All arrival/departure transfers as per
itinerary.
- All sightseeing tours as specified in the
itinerary accompanied by a professional
English Speaking Guide.
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All monumental
entrance fees.
- Transfers pre/ post trek and long route
drive with retention charges.
- Taxes and tolls wherever applicable.
- 4 nights in Hotel Vaishali in Kathmandu on
twin sharing on Bed & Breakfast basis.
- 2 nights in Hotel Barahi in Pokhara on twin
sharing on Bed & Breakfast basis.
- 3 night/ 4 day trek in tented camp with all
meals and camping equipment such as 2 man
tents, toilet tent, dinning tent, kitchen
utensils, sleeping bags, conservation fees, trekking permit &
documentation and services of professionally
trained Sherpa team.
- 1 dinner in local restaurant as mentioned in
the itinerary.
- 2 night/3 day stay at Temple Tiger Jungle
Lodge in spacious deluxe lodge each furnished
with comfortable twin bed, attached
bathroom inclusive of all meals on table de hote basis, tea, coffee and
hot chocolates are served round the clock,
jungle activities
such as elephant safaris, canoe floats, landrover drives, escorted nature
walk and bird watching excursion, National
Park entrance
fees, Govt. taxes, services of trained naturalist.
- A day raft on Trishuli River in inflated
rubber raft guided by professionally trained
boatmen (an experienced controller, paddlers,
cook
and helper), life jacket, helmets, kit bags with polythene -paper lining
to keep your clothes.
Extras :
Airport taxes : USD 15.00 PP equivalent to RS
1100.00 PP for other destination other than
India. USD 3.00 PP equivalent to RS 770.00 PP
for SAARC.
The Cost Excludes :
- Meals at Hotel in Kathmandu (except
breakfast). International airfares.
- All items of personal nature such as bar
bills, telephone calls, laundry, personal
gratuities etc.
- Any insurance for any expenses incurred for
any unforeseen circumstances and for reasons
beyond our control.
- Any other services not specified in the
"Cost Includes".
- Personal travel insurance. |
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