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DAY 01: ARRIVAL - KATHMANDU
Meeting and assistance upon arrival at airport and transfer to hotel.
Rest of the day is at leisure.
Overnight at Hotel
DAY 02: KATHMANDU TOUR
After breakfast, we will proceed for the local sightseeing of Kathmandu. We will visit the following places,
Pashupatinath Temple - The Pashupatinath Temple, in Kathmandu, is the most famous and holy temple for Hindus in Nepal and a must visit place. Located on the bank of Bagmati River in the eastern part of Kathmandu Valley, this is the home of Lord Pashupatinath - Lord Shiva. The Pashupatinath temple complex declared as the UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979.
The Pashupatinath Temple Complex consists of 518 temples and monuments, out of these, the main temple are of Nepalese Pagoda style architecture. The main Garbhagriha, the innermost part of the temple, where the main idol placed. The main idol is stone Mukhalinga, has four faces in four directions. The temple has two courtyards, inner and outer. The inner courtyard is generally open from 5 am to 7 pm, and the innermost part of Pashupatinath temple, where Lord Pashupatinath placed, open from 5 am to 12 noon for ritual and viewing. In the evening, it is open from 4 pm to 7 pm for the ritual part. The Hindus from South Asia can enter into the inner courtyard, and Indian Jain and Sikh community devotees can also enter into the inner courtyard.
Boudhanath Stupa - Boudhanath Stupa is situated around 11 kilometers from the city center of Kathmandu and is of gigantic spherical shape. It is one of the major tourist attractions of Kathmandu. It is a common belief that the people who used to circumambulate the stupa with no ill thoughts in their hearts receive good karma. In 1979, this Boudha Stupa was declared as the UNESCO World Heritage Site. The colorful flags around the stupa enhance the beauty of the stupa. You can also do some local authentic items shopping from here at a very bargain price.
Patan Darbar Square - Patan Darbar Square is located at the Lalitpur City, around 25 km from Kathmandu. The main attraction of this place, where Malla King of Lalitpur resided. It is also the UNESCO World Heritage Site. This Patan Darbar Square is a perfect example of Newar architecture. The complex comprises of several temples and idols and houses with the Newar Architecture around the places
Bhaktapur Ancient City - Bhaktapur ancient City is located around 30 Kms from the Kathmandu city, and once you get into it, you will experience the old touch and tradition of Newar Kingdom of Kathmandu valley. This city has a large central courtyard and masks dance performed here often. It is the home to art, craft, and architecture of ancient Nepal. It is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Overnight at Hotel
DAY 03: KATHMANDU - POKHRA (06 -07 HRS)
After breakfast, drive to Pokhara enroute optional visit to Chandragiri Hills by Cable car (cable car tickets payable directly @ US$ 25 per pax). The drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara takes about 6 hours. Upon arrival at Pokhara transfer to the hotel and your rest of the day is free.
If Kathmandu is the cultural hub of Nepal, Pokhara is its center of adventure. An enchanting city nestled in a tranquil valley, it is the starting point for many of Nepal's most popular trekking and rafting destinations. The atmosphere on the shore of Phewa Lake is one of excited vitality as hipster backpackers crowd the many bars and restaurants exchanging recommendations on guest houses and viewpoints, both by the lake and above the clouds.
Pokhara is a place of remarkable natural beauty. The serenity of Phewa Lake and the magnificence of the fishtailed summit of Machhapuchhre (6,977 m) rising behind it create an ambience of peace and magic. At an elevation lower than Kathmandu, it has a much more tropical feel to it, a fact well appreciated by the beautiful diversity of flowers which prosper in its environs. Indeed, the valley surrounding Pokhara is home to thick forests, gushing rivers, emerald lakes, and of course, the world famous views of the Himalaya.
The powerful rule of the old kings of Kathmandu, the Lichhavis and the Mallas, held sway over this valley for some time. As these dynasties fell prey to their own troubles, Pokhara Valley and the surrounding hills disintegrated into small kingdoms, frequently at war with each other. These were called the Chaubise Rajya or the Twenty-four Kingdoms. It was among these that Kulmandan Shah established his kingdom. His descendant Drabya Shah was the first to establish Gorkha, home of the legendary Gurkha warriors.
Finally, Pokhara is part of a once vibrant trade route extending between India and Tibet. To this day, mule trains can be seen camped on the outskirts of the town, bringing goods to trade from remote regions of the Himalaya. This is the land of the Magars and Gurungs, hardworking farmers and valorous warriors who have earned world-wide fame as Gurkha soldiers. The Thakalis, another important ethnic group here, are known for their entrepreneurship.
Overnight at Hotel
DAY 04: POKHRA
Early morning, excursion to Sarangkot to have a bird’s eye view of Pokhara City and witness sunrise over the Annapurna range.
Sarangkot (1592 m):
A former Kaski fort lying atop a hill to the west of Pokhara. The panoramic view of the Himalaya seen from this point is superb.
Mountain Views
Clearly the most stunning of Pokhara's sights is the spectacular panorama of the Annapurna range which forms its backdrop. Stretching from east to west, the Annapurna massif includes Annapurna 1 to IV and Annapurna South. Although the highest among them is Annapurna 1 (8,091 m), it is Machhapuchhre which dominates all others in this neighbourhood. Boastfully levitating in the skyline, the fish-tailed pinnacle is the archetypal snow-capped, needle-pointed mountain.
After breakfast, half day sightseeing tour of Pokhara city covering:
Phewa Lake
Phewa Lake, the second largest lake in the Kingdom, is the center of all attraction in Pokhara. It is the largest and most enchanting of the three lakes that add to the resplendence of Pokhara. Here, one can sail or row a hired boat across to the water or visit the island temple in its middle. The eastern shore, popularly known as lakeside or Baidam, is the favorite home base for travellers and is where most of the hotels, restaurants and handicraft shops are located.
Seti Gandak
Another of Pokhara's natural wonders that unfailingly interests visitors is the Seti Gandaki river. Flowing right through the city, the boisterous river runs completely underground at places. Amazingly, at certain points the river appears hardly two meters wide. But its depth is quite beyond imagination over 20 meters! Mahendra Pul, a small bridge near the old Mission Hospital, provides a perfect view of the river's dreadful rush and the deep gorge made by its powerful flow.
Barahi Temple
The Barahi temple is the most important monument in Pokhara. Built almost in the center of Phewa Lake, this two-storyed pagoda is dedicated to the boar manifestation of' Ajima, the protesters deity representing- the female force Shakti. Devotees can be seen, especially on Saturdays, carrying male animals and fowl across the lake to be sacrificed to the deity.
The Old Bazaar
Pokhara's traditional bazaar is colorful and so are its ethnically diverse traders. In its temples and monuments can be seen ties to the Newar architecture of the Kathmandu Valley. Located about four km from Lakeside, the market's original charm is alive and well. This area strewn with shops selling commodities ranging from edibles and cloth to cosmetics and gold is a pleasant and shady spot to stroll around
The old bazaar is also home to one of Pokhara's most important shrines'. Locally called the Bindhyabasini Mandir, this white dome-like structure dominates a spacious stone-paved courtyard built atop a shady hillock. It is dedicated to Goddess Bhagwati, yet another manifestation of Shakti. The park-like grounds offer a fine picnic area, and on Saturdays and Tuesdays when devotees flock there to offer sacrifices, it takes on a festive local flavour.
Afternoon to explore the valley at your own.
Overnight at Hotel
DAY 05: POKHRA – KATHMANDU (8 HRS)
Morning after breakfast, drive to Kathmandu. Upon arrival check into hotel. Rest of the day is at leisure.
Overnight at Hotel
DAY 06: KATHMANDU – DEPARTURE
After breakfast, transfer to Kathmandu airport to board the flight to onward destination.
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