The 12 days Nepal wildlife and culture tour offers a unique window into world renowned natural, cultural and spiritual heritages of Nepal. The main highlight of this tour includes visit to three world heritage sites, Kathmandu Valley, Chitwan National Park and Lumbini along with a tour of Pokhara.
The program starts with a sightseeing tour of three historical cities namely Kathmandu, Bhaktapur and Patan where you can observe and learn about the exquisite Newari art and architecture and the history of Nepal. You will further visit Nepal's oldest Changu Narayan temple as well as Nagarkot to catch sunrise and entire panorama of Himalayas including Annapurna, Kanchenjunga and Everest. Then you will go for jungle safari activities in Chitwan National Park which is also a world heritage site and home to such endangered animals as Crocodile, Rhinos, Tiger, Bear and Elephant. The tour will take you next to Lumbini, another world heritage site, known as the birthplace of Lord Buddha. The last leg of the tour takes you to Pokhara where you can enjoy amazing views of Himalayan peaks, visit lakes, caves and museum and, if interested, get involved in soft adventure sports like paragliding and bungee jumping.
On your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, you will be received by our airport representative and taken you to your hotel. You may stroll around local bazaar if you have spare time in the afternoon. Stay overnight at the hotel.
Following breakfast, your tour guide will pick you up from hotel and take you for city sightseeing. You will visit popular world heritage monuments in Kathmandu including Kathmandu Durbar Square, Boudha Stupa, Swoyambhu Stupa and Pashupatinath. You will also visit Kopan Monastery. By late afternoon you will arrive back at your hotel. Stay overnight at a hotel in Kathmandu.
In the morning, you be sightseeing in and around Patan. In the afternoon, after lunch, you will drive to Nagarkot. Stay overnight at hotel in Nagarkot.
Brief Description Of The Places:
Patan Durbar Square
Patan Durbar Square, like its counterpart in Kathmandu, is an enchanting mélange of palace buildings, artistic courtyards and graceful pagoda temples. Listed as a World Heritage Site, the former royal palace complex is the center of Patan’s religious and social life, and houses a museum containing an array of bronze statues and religious objects. One remarkable monument here is a 17th-century temple dedicated to the Hindu god Krishna, built entirely of stone
The Main Attractions In Patan Durbar Square:
Besides above mentioned places to visit, there are other significant sites to be explored:
a) Taleju Bhawani Temple
b) Bhimsen Temple
c) Krishna Mandir
d) Mul Chowk
e) Patan Museum
f) Ashok Stupa
g) Rato Machchhendranath Temple
Nagarkot, (2175m) is one of the most popular destination for sunrise/sunset and mountain views. In the clear weather you can see an entire panorama of Himalayan peaks from Dhaulagiri in the west to Everest and Kanchanjunga in the east.
Wake up early morning to enjoy the sunrise and mountain views. After breakfast, drive to Bhaktapur and on the way you will visit Changunarayan, a world heritage monument. In Bhaktapur you will visit Bhaktapur Durbar Square which is also a world heritage site. Later drive back to Kathmandu. Stay overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.
Places Description:
Changunarayan is situated on a hill ridge. Built around 323 AD by King Hari Datta Varma, the temple is considered the oldest temple in the valley and features richly decorated sculptures and carvings.
Bhaktapur (1,401m) which means the city of devotees still retains a medieval charm and visitors to this ancient town are treated to myriad wonders of cultural and artistic achievements. The past glory of the Malla rules continues to be reflected on art and architecture of Durbar Square. Pottery and weaving are two traditional skills still practiced here. Bhaktapur is famous for woodcarving and the traditional topi or cap. Attractions within Bhaktapur Durbar Square include the National Art Gallery, Nyatapola Temple, Bhairavnath Temple, Dattatreya Temple and Dattatreya Square.
Bhaktapur Durbar Square: The main square of the city contains innumerable temples and other architectural wonders such as Golden Gate, the statue of King Bhupatindra Malla, Dattatraya Temple etc. A magnificent statue of King Bhupatindra Malla in the act of worship is placed on a column facing the palace. It was listed in the UNESCO world Heritage Monument List in 1979.
55 Windows Palace: Built by King Yaksha Malla in 1427 A.D. and remodeled by King Bhupatindra Malla in the 17th century, intricately carved balcony and the windows remains a masterpiece of wood carving of Nepal.
Nyatapola Temple: This five storied Pagoda Style temple was built by King Bhupatindra Malla in 1708 A.D. and is well known for its massive structure and subtle workmanship. It is the tallest pagoda structure in the Kathmandu.
Drive from Kathmandu to Chitwan. Enjoy some jungle activities in Chitwan National Park. Stay overnight at lodge in Chitwan.
During Your Stay In National Chitwan Park You Will Enjoy The Following Activities: Stay overnight at lodge in Chitwan.
Bird Watching: The park is best for bird watching with over 450 species of exotic birds of domestic as well as migratory birds. Many are threatened, e.g. the Great pied hornbill, Bengal Florican, Peregrine falcon, lesser adjutant storks, etc. A bird watching trip will be a memorable experience.
Nature Walk: Our experienced naturalists will accompany you to the more specialized habitats. This is the ideal opportunity to explore and experience at closer quarters and beauty of the flora and fauna. The authority of the naturalist must be closely observed to obviate any risks from wildlife attacks.
Elephant Breeding Centre: This is the first Elephant breeding centre in Asia. You can see baby elephants socializing with their parents and other babies. This is managed by the government and its purpose is to provide care for elephants,.
Village tour: Excursion in Tharu village will grant you an exhilarating experience. Tharus are the indigenous inhabitant of the Terai. We offer guided cultural tours to meet the people and experience their traditional self-sufficient way of life.
Cultural Program: In the evening you can enjoy Tharu folk dance, a real cultural experience. Dressed in traditional colorful costumes Tharus perform unique rhythmic movements use their feet and sticks.
Elephant back safari: The safest and most entertaining way to tour the park and see the wild animals i on an elephant back.
Elephant Bathing: Elephant bathing in the river is one of the most entertaining activities for tourists inside the national park..
Crocodile Walk: If you are fond of watching crocodile then you can participate in Crocodile. Led by a nature guide, you can visit the banks of Rapti and Narayani Rivers and watch crocodiles in their natural habitat.
Canoe Trip: You can enjoy canoe trip on the Rapti River or The Budhi Rapti River which borders the National Park. You will have the opportunity to spot rare birds, crocodiles and other animals.
After breakfast continue with additional jungle activities. Afterwards you will drive from Chitwan to Lumbini. In Lumbini, you can tour of the historical and religious sites around. Stay overnight at hotel in Lumbini.
After breakfast you will drive from Lumbini to Pokhara. Visit Lakeside of Pokhara in the afternoon. Stay overnight at hotel in Pokhara.
Pokhara is a tourist's paradise packed with natural as well as cultural heritage sites such as lakes, caves, Buddhist and Hindu temples along with the mountains. You can boat on Phewa Tal (lake) and watch towering peaks of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges.
Early morning drive to Sarangkot to catch sunrise and mountain views. Then drive back to city for sightseeing in and around Pokhara valley. You will visit World Peace Pagoda, International Mountain Museum, David Falls, Bindhbasini Temple, Mahadev Cave, so on. Stay overnight at hotel in Pokhara.
After breakfast, drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu. En route you will pass through Damauli, Dumre, Muglin and Kurintar where Nepal's first Cable car is in operation taking you to Manakamana Temple. You will enjoy the mountain views, green sceneries, rice terrace fields, vegetable fields and people engaged in their daily activities. Leaving Kurintar you head towards Thankot via Naubise. Thankot is the entry point to Kathmandu. If you choose to fly back to Kathmandu from Pokhara airport, it takes about 25 minutes. Regular flights from Pokhara to Kathmandu is scheduled from morning till afternoon. Stay overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.
This is a free day, a day you can use for shopping and recreation or just relaxation. Stay overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.
As per your flight schedule, our airport representative will transfer you to Kathmandu international airport for your final departure to your home.
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