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A Taste of Nepal

Enjoy a sampling of Nepalese culture on this easy and comfortable itinerary that includes visiting the major sights of Kathmandu Valley's three ancient cities: Kathmandu, Bhaktapur and Patan; the peaceful village of Pokhara at the base of the Himalayas and an easy 3 day trek thru several traditional villages.

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We will explore Kathmandu City's Durbar Square and Swyambhunath Stupa; in Patan: Kwa Bahal, a Buddhist monastery dating back to 12th century; Mahabouddha, 14th century Buddhist monument and Uku Bahal, best known place of worship in Patan and in Bhaktapur: Nyatapola Temple, Dattatreya Square containing the Dattatreya Temple with a 3 headed combination of Hindu deities Brahma, Bishnu & Shiva; various ornate Hindu monasteries known as Math--including the 15th century Pujari Math, the most famous, which has the finest wood carvings and the celebrated Peacock Window.

During the trek we will walk an average of 3-4 hours in the morning and 2 hours after lunch. As you walk along the peaceful ranges surrounded by terraced hills, colorful fauna painting the landscape, eagles soaring high above, and the majestic Annapurna Himalayas towering all around, you will feel higher than royalty. The name of this trek "The Royal Trek" was conceived after Prince Charles of Great Britain trekked here in the 80s.

The trek ends with arrival in Pokhara, which surrounds a small lake at the base of the Himalayas, is the starting/return point for many treks. We will enjoy an independent day of relaxation here where one can choose to stroll the village, boat ride on the lake, shop, or just enjoy restful time at the hotel.

Before returning home, we will fly to Delhi, overnight, and drive to Agra the following morning to spend a full day visiting Taj Mahal and Agra Fort. What an incredible way to end your journey!

Arrival in Kathmandu - Day 1 Transfer to Hotel

Kathmandu and Swyambhunath Stupa - Day 2
Full day sightseeing of Kathmandu City: Durbar Square,Swyambhunath Stupa, Pasupatinath, Boudanath

Kathmandu - Day 3
Full day excursion to Patan, Bhaktapur and Changu Narayan Temple

Trek

Kathmandu-Begnas Tal (lake) - Day 4 (1951m.)
Drive to Begnas Tal and walk to Sundar Danda for one hour which is between two beautiful lakes and camp overnight. Also visible from here Annapurna and Dhulagiri range.

Sumdar Damda-Chispaani - Day 5 (1630m.)
Walk 3 hours to Bhirchwok and onward to Chisapani which is the highest point of this trek and provides panoramic views.

Chispaani to Lippyani - Day 6 (1799m.)
Trek for 2 hours to Ramkot then 2 more hours to Syaklung and overnight..

Lippyani to Kalikasthan - Day 7
Trek 5/6 hours to Kalikasthan, from where one can see a beautiful view of the mountain range, Begnas Lake and the entire Pokhara Valley.

Kalikasthan to Pokhara - Day 8
Descend to Phedi and drive for one hour to Pokhara Valley synonymously called Switzerland of Nepal.

Pokhara - Day 9
Relax and enjoy independent activities: boating on the lake, stroll around the village.

Fly- Pokhara-Kathmandu-Delhi - Day 10
Transfer to hotel

Agra - Day 11
Drive to visit Taj Mahal & Agra Fort. Taj View Hotel, Taj facing rooms

Sunrise visit to Taj Mahal - Day 12
Optional sunrise visit (additional cost) Beautiful opportunity for photos. Relax in AM; check out by noon. Drive back to Delhi, wash/change room at Ashoka Country Resort, dinner at resort restaurant & transfer to International airport.

PRICE - Please request quote

Modest Hotels Harati or Utse in KTM; Fewa (on the lake/very rustic rooms) or Greenpeace (nicer rooms & grounds/about 20 min walk to restaurants) in Pokhara, Sunstar or Bajaj in Delhi, Howard Park Plaza in Agra

First Class Hotels Varja, Norbolinka, Sherpa in KTM, Hotel Snowland with lake views or Hotel Barahi deluxe rooms in Pokhara, Taj Ambassador in Delhi, Clarks Shiraz in Agra

Deluxe Hotels Yak & Yeti in KTM & Fishtail (on the lake) or Shangri-la in Pokhara, Taj Palace in Delhi, Taj View with Taj facing roomsor Sheraton Hotel in Agra

Plus Air supplements: KTM/DEL

PRICE INCLUDES

• accomodations, dble occ
• all land transport
  
• private guides for sightseeing
• airport transfers
  
• Trekking permit
• National Park permit Food, 3 meals a day (provided from the menu ) on the trek
  
• A guide and porters on trek
• Down Sleeping bag & Down Jacket
  
• Accommodations in tents along the way for trek
• entrance fees to museums and sites
• wash/change room & dinner at Ashoka Country Resort

PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE

• airport departure taxes
  
• visa fees
• tips
• insurance
  
• personal expenses such as laundry, phone, etc

All Prices Subject to Change


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