‘explore Nepal’s best heritage and scenic sites with wildlife safari’
Highlights:
“Tour Kathmandu’s three cities’ wonderful historical and artistic sites.
Amazing architecture and intricate carvings adorn the temples and monasteries.
Observe the lively colorful cultures, a blend of Hindu and Buddhism religions.
Enjoy the stunning sunrise over the Himalayan peaks from Pokhara scenic hills.
Exploring the natural wonders in the shade of the massive Annapurna Himalayas.
Visit Lord Buddha’s birthplace in Lumbini and other places of historical interest.
Exciting thrills on a wildlife safari in the dense jungles of Chitwan National Park.”
Short Tour Profile:
Mode of Tour: In the best hotels and Lodges on tour.
Tour Grade: Leisure to Moderate with short hiking.
Areas of Tour: Kathmandu Valley three cities with Patan/Lalitpur
and Bhaktapur. Nagarkot Hill, Bandipur and Pokhara,
Lumbini with Chitwan jungle safari.
Tour Duration: 09 Nights and 10 Days around Kathmandu and beyond.
Total Trip: 12 Nights and 13 Days from arrival to final departure.
THE BEST OF NEPAL TOURS SEASONS:
The best season for the Best of Nepal Tour is spring, from March to May.
This includes autumn/fall, which begins from September to November.
Interested people can visit all year round, except for the summer/monsoon time of mid-June to August.
In springtime, most days are bright with longer sunny days, and can get cloudy afternoons sometimes. Late afternoon and night will be cooler till morning, the right time to visit when wildflowers are in seasonal bloom.
The next best season is autumn/fall, with bright sunny, and clear to enjoy
the views of snow-capped peaks. The daylight hours are short with limited sunlight hours, cold morning, afternoon, and nighttime.
Enjoy the tour during winter also, most days are crystal clear for views and a pleasant tour. Cold temperatures during the mornings, late afternoon, and nighttime. But an enjoyable winter season despite the cold months of December to February. Sunrise is late from 5:30 -6 a.m. and gets dark by 5pm but with a clear, bright starry night sky.
OVERVIEWS:
The Best of Nepal Tour covers almost the most beautiful places that the country has to offer for all travelers. Includes all types of age groups from families with young children to elderly persons. The Best of Nepal Tour will be a great educational excursion and tour for school and college groups.
Includes corporate executives in search of good holidays with quality services.
On this tour with overnights, in the best Tourist standard hotels and resorts,
with excellent food and exciting moments in Kathmandu and beyond.
The best of Nepal tour begins from the capital city of Kathmandu, visiting famous landmarks and world heritage sites. Kathmandu Valley, three beautiful cities of Kathmandu, Lalitpur/Patan, and Bhaktapur, are steeped with historical background and colorful artistic cultures.
Nepal is one of the few countries where two great ancient religions Hindu and Buddhism blend with perfect harmony. The tour leads you to exciting places, the ancient stupas of Swayambhunath and Boudhanath adorned with Buddhist artistry monuments. Include a visit to the old Durbar/palace square and royal courtyard of bygone days and the throne of the Malla and Shah Dynasty.
In Lalitpur or Patan tour its magnificent Palace, lined with historical monuments and temples. The tour extends to the medieval-era city of Bhaktapur is full of charm and ancient masterpiece architecture and craftsmanship.
The best of Nepal Tour extends beyond Kathmandu towards the Midwest at the scenic city of Pokhara. One of the most attractive Pokhara is blessed with the natural wonders of Annapurna Himalayas snow-mountain ranges, and serene lakes. It is a renowned tourist paradise for leisure tours and adventures around Pokhara and beyond.
Enjoying wonderful time at beautiful Pokhara, the tour leads you towards the far Midwest lowland of the Terai belt at Lumbini.
Where Lord Buddha was born around 623 BC, the birthplace still exists as a historical and religious landmark.
At Lumbini the tour of ancient artifacts and historical monuments, important world heritage sites. From Lumbini, the last part of the tour takes you towards Nepal Mid-South at Chitwan.
Chitwan National Park is an exciting place to enjoy the thrills of jungle safari on the lookout for exotic wildlife. This is where the rare elusive Royal Bengal Tiger and Rhinoceros habitats, include various species of mammals and birdlife.
Chitwan is also a renowned national park, listed as a World Heritage Site, and the best park in Asia. Visitors can enjoy the jungle and nature activities in the comfort of the nice lodges and resorts.
After a great moment in Chitwan, the tour finally ends with an exciting drive back to Kathmandu. Concluding the wonderful experience on the Best of Nepal Tour with excellent services of Brown Bear Trails.
Outline Itinerary:
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu 1,340 m and transfer to a hotel.
Day 02: Tour of Kathmandu heritage sites of great interest.
Day 03: Tour of Patan and Bhaktapur cities and drive to Nagarkot.
Day 04: Drive to Bandipur Hill Town 1,210 m-06 hrs. 178 km/111 miles.
Day 05: Morning at leisure, afternoon drive to Pokhara 860m-03 hrs.
Driving distance 72 km/45 miles.
Day 06: At Pokhara for sunrise from Sarankot and a day tour.
Day 07: Drive to Lumbini 150 m and transfer to hotel-06 hrs.
Driving distance of 198 km/123 miles.
Day 08: A full day in Lumbini visiting Buddha’s birthplace and historical sites.
Day 09: Drive to Chitwan National Park area at Sauraha Town 415m-05 hrs.
170 km/106 miles.
Day 10: In Chitwan for nature walks, jungle activities, and safari.
Day 11: Morning optional nature activities and drive to Kathmandu-05 hrs.
Driving distance of 182km/113 miles.
Day 12: Free day in Kathmandu for leisure and individual activities.
Day 13: Depart Nepal for the international flight homeward bound.
Itinerary
On arrival at Kathmandu and Nepal International Airport, received by our guides and staff for a short transfer to your hotels in the hub of Kathmandu city.
Check your lovely room, then after getting refreshed, join the other members of the best of Nepal Tour. The guide or group leader briefs you about the tour, dos and don’ts, local culture, foods and accommodation facilities.
This full information will help you enjoy the adventure with us, followed by a welcome group dinner in a Nepalese restaurant with a folk-culture program as entertainment while you enjoy the dinner.
In Kathmandu a full day sightseeing tour around places of interest, the
Kathmandu three cities offers beautiful World Heritage Sites.
The tour is led by our expert guide showing you the wonders of Kathmandu
Famous landmarks. Most monument and historical sites stands from the past
hundreds of centuries. Enjoy the tour of old Durbar Square (Royal Palace)
and courtyard. From the ancient Malla and Shah kingdom Regime, a lovely place
Kathmandu old Durbar Square teemed with life and activities.
The areas, steeped with history, includes visit of Living Goddess Kumari and the
old palace interiors.
After the tour of old Durbar Square drive leads west of the city to a green hilltop.
At old Swayambhunath a Buddhist Stupa stands, above Kathmandu city, with a
Panorama of Kathmandu city. On a clear fine day views of snow peaks
can be seen in the north. The Swayambhunath of more than 2,500 old histories
and from here, a short drive to Pashupatinath Temple. Located by the Baghmati
River, a temple with golden roofs, surrounded by four silver doors.
Non-Hindus are not allowed to enter the main premises, but can observe the
religious activities from the opposite side of the river.
The temple is dedicated to Hindu God Lord Shiva, after Pashupatinath, the tour
Extends towards Boudhanath. A huge dome Buddhist dome shaped Stupa, the
the area is also known as Little Tibet. Due to the local inhabitants of Tibetan origin people reside around the Boudhanath premises. The dome stupa of three
tiers, white-washed with orange colored designs, appear like a lotus.
The Stupa with four mystical eyes of Lord Buddha on each cardinal directions,
after the tour. As well as having lunch in a nice restaurant, and then head back to
the hotel. After an exciting day tour of great cultural and religious interest.
Morning tour starts with short drive across the Baghmati River, to enter the
Lalitpur district of Patan. The leads in the heart of Path city or Lalitpur means city
arts and crafts. One of the best place to observe the local cultures of Newari people. The main inhabitants of the Kathmandu Valley, the tour of old Malla kingdom palace interior.
Including the beautiful carved pillars and windows of the temple around the
Royal Courtyard. Visit the Krishna Temple, built with fine stone works from the
bottom to the top. An amazing and interesting place to enjoy around the Patan
Durbar Square.
From Patan Durbar Square, drive to Bhaktapur city and then walk to the main
Durbar Square (Royal Courtyard). A magnificent place, takes you back to medieval era times. The whole city is like a Living Museum, enjoy the tour of the famous Golden Gate. Includes palace of 55 Windows and then to another small square, where the famous Nytapola stands. Towers high above the Bhaktapur city, a magnificent five storied roofed pagoda temple, Visit the Dattatraya Square east of the city, and enjoy the fine old temple of god Bhairab.
As well as the famous Peacock Window nearby, then visit the classic pottery
place. Observe the ancient craftsmanship of potteries from fine clays, after an
interesting time in Bhaktapur. The drive take you high hill at Changunarayan Temple, the oldest Hindu shrine dedicated to Lord Vishnu.
Located above the Kathmandu Valley and Bhaktapur within a quaint town of Changu Narayan. Then continue drive further uphill to Nagarkot, famous
and scenic hill viewpoint. Offers spectacular panorama of the Himalayas as far as
Everest towards East. A vantage point for sunsets and sunrise with hotels and resorts to enjoy an overnight amidst picturesque scenery.
Early morning a short hike above Bandipur Town for sunrise views with breathtaking scenery of Annapurna and Manaslu Himalayas.
After a refreshing morning views, enjoy breakfast, and depart from Bandipur to Pokhara. A short drive with views of snow peak, the journey ends reaching scenic Pokhara. On arrival, transfer to a nice hotel, located by the lovely Phewa Lake, with views of the Annapurna Himalayas. At Pokhara for overnight a beautiful holiday spot with serene lakes and majestic snow-capped peaks.
Start the day early morning with a short drive on the winding uphill road to Sarankot Hill. Reaching on time for stunning sunrise over an arrays of
snow-capped mountain ranges. Fabulous views of Mt. Dhaulagiri, Mt. Annapurna and Mt. Manaslu Himalayan range with majestic Mt. Machhapuchare “Fishtail”. Sarankot, is a popular spot for various adventure sports like paragliding and Zip Line. After a refreshing morning drive to hotel for breakfast, rest of the morning at leisure. Afternoon tour continues to visit the natural wonders of Pokhara, witness the Devi’s Waterfall, or Patale Chhango (Hell’s fall).
An impressive cascading waterfall, from here visit the large deep cave of Gupteswor. The tour then leads north around the local market area and visit the Brindabhasini Temple. An interesting place to observe the local devotees with religious ritual. Excellent views of Pokhara old Bazaar with views of Annapurna peaks, the visit the Seti River gorge. Time permitting visit the International Mountaineering Museum, information and history of the Himalayas.
After a great day return back to the hotel at leisure for individual activities or one can enjoy boating in Phewa Lake.
Morning after breakfast, depart from the hotel for another exciting journey heading towards Nepal Far South Mid-West. An interesting drive from Pokhara through the town of Syangja, Waling. As drive leads towards the lower warm flat country of Terai belt. The drive heads to Butwal City and then heading further south to Lumbini. On arrival at Lumbini transfer into a nice hotels, afternoon our tour guide takes you around the town of Lumbini. Located Nepal Far Mid-West of with subtropical temperatures. Enjoy the evening sunset while relaxing at the hotel balcony or terrace.
Morning after breakfast, enjoy the day visiting the Buddhist historical sites. Lumbini is the traditional birthplace of Prince Siddhartha Gautama, who reached Buddhahood, the great founder of Buddhism. Born in the 6th Century B.C. besides the birth site of Lord Buddha known as ‘The Light of Asia’.
The tour includes a stone pillar built by an Indian Emperor Asoka converted to Buddhism. He visited Lumbini and constructed four stupas and the pillar, which bears a historical inscription. The pillar is the exact spot of Lord Buddha’s birth, the holy site was rediscovered in 1895. By German archaeologist as well it was recorded by the Chinese pilgrim Fa Xian and claimed this sacred site.
Lumbini is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site designated in 1997.
At present there are many monasteries and Stupas of wide-world countries, the tour of holy pond. Where Buddha’s mother used to bath, the visit leads to several historical and religious sites.
After an exciting and interesting tour back to the hotel with time to stroll around the street and market of Lumbini.
Morning after breakfast, another exciting drive towards Chitwan National Park areas for an exciting Jungle Safari. The overland journey leads on the same route to the big town of Narayanghat and Bharatpur. From here the drive heads further south east leaving the main highway, to reach Sauraha. A small town situated at the entrance of Chitwan National Park. Where all hotels, lodges, and resorts are located. On arrival transfer to the respective hotels, received by the hotel manager and naturalist. Having refreshing rest, the manager or naturalist briefs you about jungle activities and safari. As well with dos and don’ts, then check into a nice room and enjoy the good lunch.
Afternoon guide or naturalist takes you for a short nature walk or visit the native Tharu village. Observe the cultures of the Tharu peoples, the main indigenous tribe of Terai and Chitwan. Evening a slide show of Chitwan National Wildlife or Tharu cultural program then dinner follows before you retire to your nice rooms.
The program as provided by the hotel, with jungle activities, starts from early morning before breakfast. The guide takes you either for bird-watching, tower visit or an elephant safari.
The program as provided by the hotel, with jungle activities, starts from early morning before breakfast. The guide takes you either for bird-watching, tower visit or an elephant safari.
The jungle and nature activities are as follows:
Nature or Bird Watching Tour, as well Machan / Observation Tower visit.
Elephant safari for a few hours within Chitwan National Park's dense jungles.
After the morning activities back at the hotel for breakfast, a short rest, and join in for other activities. Likewise riding on a dugout canoe downstream of Rapti River. A pleasant float observing the river birds, Marsh Mugger and freshwater Gangetic Crocodiles. After a pleasant float, walk into the forest and back to the hotel by lunchtime. Have lunch with time to relax, then at a given time approx.
3 p.m. Jungle activities either elephant safari (if not enjoyed in the morning), or jungle walks, jungle drive. Visit the local Tharu village and tour the Tharu museum.
Evening either slide show of Chitwan National Park or Tharu Cultural program before a lavish buffet dinner.
Morning options for elephant safari, bird watching, or nature walks.
Then back to the hotel for breakfast, then drive back to Kathmandu, taking more than 5 hours. Depends upon the traffic en route Kathmandu Valley, on reaching the city hub, transfer to your hotel. After a wonderful experience on the Best of Nepal Tour.
Free day, for individual activities and shopping souvenirs of Nepal, from handicrafts to jewelers etc. Rest of the day enjoying exploring the bazaar and streets of Kathmandu.
Last day in Kathmandu and Nepal as per your international flight time, our staff and guide will transfer you to the airport for homeward bound.
After completing the best of Nepal Tour. Enjoying a wonderful experience around historical and scenic places of Nepal.
