Pokhara is a
remarkable place of natural beauty. Situated at an altitude of 827m
from the sea level and 200km west of Kathmandu valley, the city is known
as a center of adventure. The enchanting city with a population of around
95,000 has several beautiful lakes and offers stunning panoramic views
of Himalayan peaks. The serenity of lakes and the magnificence of the
Himalayas rising behind them create an ambience of peace and magic.
So today the city has not only become the starting point for most popular
trekking and rafting destinations but also a place to relax and enjoy
the beauty of nature.
Day 1: Kathmandu valley city
tour
Meeting and assistance on arrival
& transfer to hotel
Afternoon city tour visiting
the Durbar Square, Hanuman Dhoka, the ancient royal residential quarter,
Mahadev and Parvati Temple, Machhender Bahl-holy place for the Buddhists
and Hindus, Temple House of Kumari, the vestal virgin or the living
goddess. Walk around the local bazaars. Also visit Swayambunath, a 2500-year
old site where, it is believed, the Radiant Lotus of the valley-mythology,
settled when the water was drained by Manjushri, the god of Wisdom.
The 5 dhyani Buddha's attended by their consorts are enshrined at the
base of the stupa. (Non-Hindus are not allowed inside Swayambhunath
temple).
Morning visit Patan. In Patan
visit the old Newar City, the historic Durbar Square, the Golden Gate,
the sky piercing temple of Teleju and the statue of Yogendra Malla,
other temples, old carved windows and balconies of wood, curio shops
and bazaars.
Afternoon excursion to Bhadgaon,
Bodhnath and Pashupatinath. Bhadgaon - another Newar city founded in
the 9th century. Visit the ancient Gateway, Durbar Square the Royal
Residential quarter of Bhupatindra Malla, the famous five-storeyed temple
of Nyatapola in pagoda style and other temples. Later, visit Bodhnath,
the 2500-year old Buddhist Stupa, - a holy place for Buddhist pilgrims
from Tibet. Also visit Pashupatinath temple where Shiva is worshipped
in the form of lingam. (Only Hindus are allowed inside). In the month
of February an annual pilgrimage on the occasion of Shivaratri is organized
here every year.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 2 : Kathmandu - Pokhara
Morning depart by surface for
Pokhara and on arrival check in at hotel.
Pokhara is a remarkable place of natural beauty. Situated at an altitude
of 827m from the sea level and 200km west of Kathmandu valley, the city
is known as a center of adventure. The enchanting city with a population
of around 95,000 has several beautiful lakes and offers stunning panoramic
views of Himalayan peaks. The serenity of lakes and the magnificence
of the Himalayas rising behind them create an ambience of peace and
magic. So today the city has not only become the starting point for
most popular trekking and rafting destinations but also a place to relax
and enjoy the beauty of nature
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 3: Pokhara tour
Day 4: Pokhara - Kathmandu
This tour can be operated with
other activities like short and long trekking, wildlife safari, rafting,
bungee jumping, yoga and meditation, social and cultural study. The
itinerary can be further customized according to your duration of your
holiday. For Cost and further information please make inquiry.
