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Kathmandu ,Nagarkot & Hattiban Tours |
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| (6 Night 7 Days) Tour Code: NEPAL/PTT/TR/009 |
Within the mountain Kingdom of Nepal, Buddhism and Hindusm have
always flourished and evoked together side by side for hundred of
years. The evolution of such important religious and dynasties have
made much contribution towards the beautiful monuments and temples
within the valley capital of Nepal- Kathmandu where we get to
explore in depth the culture and history of an ancient city.
Nagarkot , is situated 32 krns east of Kathmandu at an altitude of 2175 m above sea level. Nagarkot is a popular tourist resort of Nepal . The panorama of the major peaks of eastern Nepal Himalayas including Sagarmatha ( Mt. Everest ), can be seen from here (If weather permits). The Himalayan peaks Like Manaslu (8463 in). Ganesh Hinial (7111 in), Langtang(7246 in), Choba Bhanre(60l6 in), Gaurishanker (7134 m) and number (6957 in), are also clearly seen from Nagarkot)
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| Tour Itinerary |
Day 1: Kathmandu
Arrive Kathmandu. Meet at the airport and transfer to hotel. The
tour manager will give pre-tour briefing. Rest of the day is
leisure. O/N at Hotel. |
Day 2: Kathmandu-Hattiban
An hour drive to Dakshinkali- a temple dedicated to goddess Kali "The Terrifying"who requires sacrifices once a week . Pilgrims on
every Tuesday and Saturday congregate to the temple which is
sorronded by lush green forest of trees that are several hundred
years old. Drive back to Hattiban resort away from the crowd .
Overnight at Hattiban resort. |
Day 3: Hattiban-Kathmandu
AM: After breakfast, drive to Kirtipur - a historical Newari
farmer's town. One can observe their living, customs, old houses and
shrines and temples.
PM: Proceed for Patan- A city of architecture and fine arts.
Sometimes known as "Town with a thousand of Golden roofs". Visit
Tibetan handicraft center at Jawalakhel to watch carpet weaving.
Proceed for Swoyambhunath- the oldest Buddhist shrines. Looking east
from here, one can see the entire Kathmandu valley spread out below.
O/N at Hotel at Kathmandu. |
Day 4: Kathmandu-Nagarkot
Proceed for sightseeing tour of Boudhanath- the worlds largest stupa.
It is a sight of great reneration to the Buddhist. Pashupatinath
Temple- the most sacred of the Hindu temples in Nepal dedicated to
lord Shiva, built in 1696. Bhaktapur City- Kathmandu valley's most
medieval city also known as Bhadgaon and was one of the three
kingdoms of Mallas. It is famous for Lion gate, the picture Gallery,
the Golden gate and palace of 55 windows. Finally proceed for
Nagarkot- east of Kathmandu, situated at an altitude od 2175 m above
sea level. The panorama of the major peaks of the eastern Nepal
Himalayas, including mount Everest can be seen from here. The best
location for sunset & sunrise. Overnight at Hotel in Nagarkot. |
Day 5: Nagarkot-Kathmandu
After breakfast drive down to Changu Narayan- situated at the end of
a long ridge which runs well into the valley, it is said to have
been built in 323 AD and said to be the oldest temple in the valley.
Drive back to Kathmandu and rest until lunch time and again continue
sightseeing tour of Kathmandu durbar square- the temple of the
Living Goddess and the old Royal Palace. Finally , visit
Kasthamandup- a temple built from a single tree from which the city
of Kathmandu derives its name. O/N at Hotel. |
Day 6: Kathmandu
First hour is reserve for spectacular mountain flight over the
Himalayan range including Mount Everest . Upon completion (Mountain
flight cost of US $ 111.00 is not included in this package) of this
spellbinding hour long flight, we straight away continue the
sight-seeing tour of Budhanilakantha- the statue of Lord Vishnu
lying on the cosmic water before the universe was created. Afternoon
free for shopping or to go around on your own. Evening dinner
followed by Nepali cultural program. O/N at Hotel. |
Day 7: Breakfast then final departure transfer |
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