Nepal: Old Kingdoms & Mountain Resorts
This tour includes visit of The Durbar (palace) Squares of Kathmandu and Patan are repositories of Newari art and culture. The exquisite woodcarvings and superb architectural designs of the pagodas have fascinated visitors for centuries. During this tour, we will also visit ancient Bhaktapur Durbar Square, still retains the medieval charm. Our tour continues to popular Mountain Resort at Nagarkot, situated at 2100 m. This place is famed for sunrise and sunset on the backdrops of the snow capped Himalayas. Other interesting tours takes you to the temple Dakshin Kali situated south of Kathmandu, a temple of important goddess Kali. The pilgrims offer their prayers and animals. Another day tour takes you to the old historical Swayambhunath, important stupa perched on a hill, west of the city. It is believed that Emperor Ashoka paid a visit to this ancient shrine more than 2000 years ago.
Departures: Every Monday
Itinerary:
Day 01:
Arrive Kathmandu. Meet & transfer to Hotel. O/N Hotel.
Day 02:
Morning sightseeing tour of Patan and Tibetan Refugee Camp.
Afternoon sightseeing tour of Bhaktapur and continue to Nagarkot. O/N Hotel.
Day 03:
Day excursion or village walk around Nagarkot over a beautiful view of the Himalayan range. O/N Hotel.
Day 04:
After breakfast return to Kathmandu. Afternoon sightseeing tour of Kathmandu city and Swyambhunath. O/N Hotel.
Day 05:
Morning: Sightseeing tour to Dakshinkali and Chovar to see animal sacrificing ceremonies.
Afternoon free for independent activities. O/N Hotel.
Day 06:
Transfer to airport for departure.
All Nepal tours can be combined with a tour in Bhutan, Tibet or India. Please contact to us to discuss options and for Tailor Made Tours