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9 days On the Royal Path to Shaglung
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About Chitwan
Chitwan is the stuff of jungle safari dreams; you can spot elephants, rhinos, gharial crocodiles, and even the Royal Bengal Tiger if you’re lucky (although there’s a higher chance of seeing them in the Bardia National Park, further west on the Terai).
The Indigenous people of the Chitwan area are the Tharu, whose culture, language, and cuisine is different from the Nepali cultures you’ll find at higher altitudes. The Tharu have been marginalized by “mainstream” Nepal for centuries and many have been displaced from their ancestral land, but visitors today can find many opportunities to learn about Tharu life and culture from their villages near the national park.
About Pokhara
Pokhara is one of the most unique sub-tropical valley in the Himalaya and probably in the world, where one can marvel the beauty of the Himalayan landscape and reflection of the Annapurna massif including the towering majestic peak of Mt. Machapuchere on its beautiful lakes.
Pokhara is situated in the mid western Nepal. It is linked by the main highway of 200 km driving distance from Kathmandu, and by air approximately 20 to 30 minutes flight with a sweeping panoramic view of the mid western Himalaya.
Mother Nature has certainly blessed this fertile valley with outstanding scenery of the landscapes, snow capped mountains, moderate tropical climate, and beautiful pristine lakes of Begnas, Rupa and Phewa.
The most stunning of Pokhara’s sights is the magnificent panorama of the Annapurna range, which forms its backdrop. Annapurna massif includes Annapurna I to IV and Annapurna South. Among these high peaks it is the towering majestic Mt. Machapuchere (Fish Tail) which dominates all others in this range.
“Nepal: Back on Top of the World”
- Best Season: All year round except June through to August (Monsoon season)
- Mode of Tour: Hotel-Resorts and Lodge
- Trip Grade: Moderate
- US$ 160 per person if single supplement in Hotel rooms required.
Trip dossier
Arrive Kathmandu and transfer to Hotel.
On arrival at Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport you will be received by our staff and transfer you to respective Hotel, where our staff will give you a brief orientation of the Hotel, Kathmandu and about the program and other related information that you might require while in Nepal.
A full day in Kathmandu Tour of Pashupatinath, Bouddhanath, Patan Durbar Square and of Swayambhunath.
Today, after breakfast our interesting tour continues with a drive towards Pathupatinath Temple one of the holiest of all holy Hindu Temple. Situated 5-kms east of Kathmandu, the temple of Lord Shiva-Pathupatinath with two tiered golden roof and silver doors is famous for its superb architecture. Visitors can clearly seen the temple and the activities performed in the temple premises from the eastern bank of the Bagmati River.
Apart from Hindu’s no one are allowed to enter the main Temple premises, however we take a short walk by the bank of Bagmati River where one can observe the pilgrims and Hindu priests activities. This River is also a cremation site of the Hindu’s.
From here a short drive leads to the Boudhanath north east from Pathupatinath area.
The Stupa of Boudhanath lays 8-kms east of Kathmandu. This colossal and ancient stupa is one of the biggest in the world. This area is also known as ‘Little Tibet’ after a visit here observing the Tibetan Buddhist way of life, our tour continues towards Patan area, which is situated on the south of Kathmandu, and it is separated by a bridge over the River Bagmati. Patan is also known as Lalitpur meaning city of Arts. As you enter the old Palace courtyard (Durbar) the tall terracotta house looks fascinating with intricate window carvings, and the Stone Temple of Krishna with the pillar of Garuda the vehicle of Lord Vishnu and as well of Lord Krishna. After the historic visit a short drive leads towards the end of Patan area at Tibetan Refugee camp where one can observe the happy-cheerful workers weaving carpets. This place was established in the early 1970’s after the Chinese invasion in Tibet where a great number of Tibetan migrated here, and the Nepal Government established this place as a permanent camp or settlement for the Tibetan Refugees, after a wonderful day with lunch at Patan area, drive back to the Hotel.
A tour at the suburb of Kathmandu city to Swayambhunath also popularly known as ‘Monkey Temple’ this is one of the world’s most glorious Buddhist Chaityas. It is said to be 2,000-years-old. Painted on the four-sides of the spire bases are the all seeing eyes of Lord Buddha. It is 3-kms west of Kathmandu City and is situated on a hillock about 77m. Above the level of the Kathmandu valley, it is included on the World Heritage.
From here one can have a view of whole of Kathmandu city and its valley in the backdrop of distance snow capped mountain range on a clear day.
Drive to Rafting put in Point float for 3-4 hrs overnight at Resorts.
Early morning after breakfast our staff will pick you up from the Hotel, on the given departure time. An interesting two to three hours drive from Kathmandu will reach you at the Rafting put in point at Trisuli River. On arrival meet our Rafting crew, lunch will be served by our rafting crew depending upon the time if it’s too early, a short float downstream for lunch. On reaching the start of the rafting, our rafting guide and captain will give you a briefing on safety procedure and Rafting instruction. After getting ready for the splash, float down for approx. 18-20 km down towards Kuringhat or near about from here for the overnight stop at River side Resorts
Drive to Chitwan National Park. Approx: 187 k.m. 5-6 hrs journey.
The scenic drive leads past River Trisuli most of the way towards south on reaching at Chitwan meet the staff from the Lodge and transfer by four wheel drive or by an elephant to the Jungle Lodge through the park entrance. On arrival meet and welcome by the senior naturalist or the manger for the welcome brief and Information. Nepal’s tropical, dense jungles are in the low land of Terai, which runs from east to west on this fertile country. These exotic jungles, provides home and habitat for the most endangered species of wild life, the Royal Bengal Tiger, One horned Rhinoceros, the Gangetic Ghariel and fresh water Dolphins. In one of these jungles, you will find one of the most exciting safari destinations in the world, Safari on the back of an elephants or in the four wheel drive to view the diverse wild life and many different species of exotic birds. Other thrills are canoe rides, jungle walk, and bird watch excursion in the comfort of the cosy lodge, built out of local material which blends it well with the natural surrounding, with all the homely basic facilities.
At Chitwan. Jungle Safari & Nature Tours
Jungle program begins early in the morning before breakfast with a Jungle walk-Bird watch or elephant safari for few hours return to the Lodge for breakfast and then with an hour break, another jungle tour till lunch time at 1 p.m. Afternoon activities starts by 3 p.m. for elephant safari or Jungle walk as per the Lodge set program.
Drive to Pokhara. Driving distance approx: 170 k.m. 4-5 hrs.
After an early Jungle activity, after breakfast drive to the main road at the Park exit point, for the wonderful scenic drive to Pokhara, another tourist exotic destination with
Fabulous scenery of the surrounding landscapes, lakes and the close view of Annapurna-Manaslu range of mountains including the majestic towering Mt.Machhapuchare ‘The Fish Tail’ the drive last for about 5 hours on the western highway, on reaching at Pokhara, the Hotel is situated near the beautiful Phewa lake. After a refreshment afternoon walk by the lake side where there are many shops and delightful restaurants.
Sight Seeing at Pokhara
After breakfast a short drive lead towards the end of Pokhara for the grand view of Davis Fall, depending upon the season. In dry season the water level might be quite low but in the late summer and in the midst of monsoon, the view of torrential waterfall here is truly wonderful. From here drive leads to the hub of Pokhara, the local bazaar close from here
view the Seti River Gorge, which is a narrow, deep gorge down below from the bridge.
From here a short drive brings you at Bindabasani Temple area, where the local comes here to pay homage to various Hindu God and Goddess, this place also offers grand view of the Annapurna Himalayan range. From here another short visit to the Tibetan Refugee camp, which is almost the same set up like in Patan area with carpet and other handicraft industry.
Drive to Kathmandu 5-6 hrs. 200 k.m.
After a great time at Pokhara with magnificent view of the Annapurna-Manaslu-Dhaulagiri and the striking Mt. Machapuchere, drive continues for nearly 5 hrs, on reaching Kathmandu, drive continues for another hour towards the Kathmandu Valley.
Drive to Airport for the flight homeward bound.
As per the flight time our staff will transfer you to the International Airport for your flight back home after a memorable trip in Nepal with us.
Trip Cost includes following services:
- All Arrival and Departure transfer to and from Hotel / Airport.
- Twin sharing accommodation at Tourist standard Hotel in Kathmandu and at Pokhara on bed and breakfast basis.
- Twin sharing accommodation at Tourist standard Resort on Rafting on bed and breakfast basis.
- Full Guided sight seeing tour in Kathmandu and at Pokhara at places of interest with English speaking guide.
- Private Transportation in Kathmandu for tour and to Chitwan National Park to Pokhara and back to Kathmandu.
- Full board accommodation with all meals and Jungle / Elephant Safari at Chitwan National Park.
Trip Cost excludes:
- Nepal entry visa-Personal Travel / Medical Insurance.
- Expenses of personal nature, meals in Kathmandu and at Pokhara.
- Cancellation or early return from the tour due to personal / medical problem.
- Emergency evacuation in case of accidents and medical problem.
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