The Historic Kathmandu with National Park Safari
The Historic Kathmandu Valley, Dhulikhel and Chitwan National Park - one of the most beautiful jungle safaris in Asia. A sightseeing program that includes the major historic, cultural and religious sights of the three Newari Cities Kathmandu, Patan and Bhaktapur as well as a glimpse of Newari village life.Each of the three Cites is centered around its Durbar Square where museums, temples, courtyards and squares reveal the best of traditional art, crafts and architecture.
Dhulikhel is renowned for its views of the Himalaya – particularly impressive at dawn.
Chitwan is the most popular choice of those in search of jungle adventure. The park is home to the royal Bangal tiger, one-horned rhino, sloth bear, langur monkey, wild boar, numerous species of deer, leopard and other jungle cats.
Elephant back is a fantastic way to explore the jungle and offers the possibility of close-up views of rhinos in their natural habitat as well as many of the park’s other inhabitants. With over 400 species as either permanent residents or migratory visitors Chitwan’s bird life is generally viewed on foot as you walk through jungle and open grasslands.
Boat along the Narayani River on the park’s western boundry. It shelters a quarters of the world’s remaining gharial population. This fish eating crocodile has long been hunted for the supposed aphrodisiac qualities of its snout.
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Day 1 Kathmandu
Flying into Kathmandu is an unforgettable experience with the Himalaya spread out before you. You will be met at the airport on arrival and transferred to your hotel.
Day 2 Kathmandu
A full day sightseeing program that includes the main historic and religious sights of Kathmandu. Kathmandu’s Durbar Square is a constant, teeming mass of life. With over 50 monuments, some dating back to the 12th century, the most famous are the remains of the old Royal Palace and the Kumari Bahal, residence of the living goddess.
On a wooded hill to the west stands the incredible golden-topped stupa of Swayambhunath, dating back at least as far as the 5th century. It is the most sacred of Buddhist sites in Kathmandu and Newari Buddhists are the most fervent devotees.
Tibetan Buddhists are mostly found around the great stupa of Boudhanath – making a holy circumambulation or within the maze of temples and stalls surrounding it.
The Valley’s holiest Hindu temple is equally alive with atmosphere and devotees - Pashupatinath is one of the most sacred shrines to Shiva on the entire subcontinent. It is situated on the banks of the Bagmati River, whose waters offer the same guarantee of release from rebirth as the Ganges. The same promise applies to the dead and this is also ’s most important Hindu cremation site.
Day 3 Bhaktapur - Dhulikhel
Bhaktapur, founded in 889, was once capital of the whole Valley. As well as an impressive Durbar Square and numerous temples, Bhaktapur is famous for its pottery whole streets are filled with pieces of all shapes and sizes set in the sun to dry.
Continue to Dhulikhel which, in clear weather, offer impressive views of the Himalay particularly at down.
Day 4 Patan - Bungamati - Kokana
Patan, once an independent Kingdom, lies only a few kilometers south of Kathmandu, but is quite different in atmosphere. Patan’s Durbar Square contains some of the finest Newari urban architecture in all of as well as Hindu and Buddhist monuments.
The villages of Bungamati and Kokana offer a fascinating glimpse of rural life in the Kathmandu Valley. In both villages life takes place more on the streets than inside with villagers spinning, caring for children, gossiping, processing crops in the sun. Wood carving is a tradition aliv and strong here and it is possible to see beautiful pieces being produced, including doors and window frames. Bungamati is also one of the two homes of the rain god, Raato Machhendranath. Kokana is particularly renowned as a producer of mustard oil.
Day 5 Royal Chitwan National Park
A scenic 6 hrs drive southwards via the Prithivi Highway for 135 kilometers till Narayanghat followed by 30 to 50 kilometers (different Resort has different destination) leads to Royal Chitwan National Park.
Transfer by Jeep or via boat across the Narayani River to camp.
In the afternoon you will go on a Jungle Walk.
Day 6 Royal Chitwan National Park.
You will rise early in the morning to leave for a Bird watching. After breakfast you will go on a Crocodile Walk. A 45 minute walk through grassland and forest upstream of the Narayani River. Board boats to observe crocodiles along the banks while floating back to the Camp. In the afternoon you will discover the jungle from the back of an elephant .
Day 7 Kathmandu
You have the chance of another bird watch. After breakfast departure to Kathmandu.
Day 8 - 9 Day of your own
( evenning full moon festival in buddist monastery)
Day 10 Kathmandu - Zurich
Transfer to airport for final departure.
Flying into Kathmandu is an unforgettable experience with the Himalaya spread out before you. You will be met at the airport on arrival and transferred to your hotel.
Day 2 Kathmandu
A full day sightseeing program that includes the main historic and religious sights of Kathmandu. Kathmandu’s Durbar Square is a constant, teeming mass of life. With over 50 monuments, some dating back to the 12th century, the most famous are the remains of the old Royal Palace and the Kumari Bahal, residence of the living goddess.
On a wooded hill to the west stands the incredible golden-topped stupa of Swayambhunath, dating back at least as far as the 5th century. It is the most sacred of Buddhist sites in Kathmandu and Newari Buddhists are the most fervent devotees.
Tibetan Buddhists are mostly found around the great stupa of Boudhanath – making a holy circumambulation or within the maze of temples and stalls surrounding it.
The Valley’s holiest Hindu temple is equally alive with atmosphere and devotees - Pashupatinath is one of the most sacred shrines to Shiva on the entire subcontinent. It is situated on the banks of the Bagmati River, whose waters offer the same guarantee of release from rebirth as the Ganges. The same promise applies to the dead and this is also ’s most important Hindu cremation site.
Day 3 Bhaktapur - Dhulikhel
Bhaktapur, founded in 889, was once capital of the whole Valley. As well as an impressive Durbar Square and numerous temples, Bhaktapur is famous for its pottery whole streets are filled with pieces of all shapes and sizes set in the sun to dry.
Continue to Dhulikhel which, in clear weather, offer impressive views of the Himalay particularly at down.
Day 4 Patan - Bungamati - Kokana
Patan, once an independent Kingdom, lies only a few kilometers south of Kathmandu, but is quite different in atmosphere. Patan’s Durbar Square contains some of the finest Newari urban architecture in all of as well as Hindu and Buddhist monuments.
The villages of Bungamati and Kokana offer a fascinating glimpse of rural life in the Kathmandu Valley. In both villages life takes place more on the streets than inside with villagers spinning, caring for children, gossiping, processing crops in the sun. Wood carving is a tradition aliv and strong here and it is possible to see beautiful pieces being produced, including doors and window frames. Bungamati is also one of the two homes of the rain god, Raato Machhendranath. Kokana is particularly renowned as a producer of mustard oil.
Day 5 Royal Chitwan National Park
A scenic 6 hrs drive southwards via the Prithivi Highway for 135 kilometers till Narayanghat followed by 30 to 50 kilometers (different Resort has different destination) leads to Royal Chitwan National Park.
Transfer by Jeep or via boat across the Narayani River to camp.
In the afternoon you will go on a Jungle Walk.
Day 6 Royal Chitwan National Park.
You will rise early in the morning to leave for a Bird watching. After breakfast you will go on a Crocodile Walk. A 45 minute walk through grassland and forest upstream of the Narayani River. Board boats to observe crocodiles along the banks while floating back to the Camp. In the afternoon you will discover the jungle from the back of an elephant .
Day 7 Kathmandu
You have the chance of another bird watch. After breakfast departure to Kathmandu.
Day 8 - 9 Day of your own
( evenning full moon festival in buddist monastery)
Day 10 Kathmandu - Zurich
Transfer to airport for final departure.
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Trip Include:
Accommodation on a twin sharing bases in Kathmandu and Dhulikhel incl. breakfast / 3 full days Kathmandu city sightseeing with an experience German or English speaking city guide / all entrance fees / all domestic transport as listed in itinerary (by deluxe coach) / all meals during the stay in Royal Chitwan National Park / Jungle activities (as per program) / National Park entrance and Nature Conservation fees, VAT and Tourism Service charge.Trip Doesnot Include:
Insurance (if you want us to arrange your travel insurance, we would greatly be happy to assist)/ Nepal entry visa fee US$ 30.- (duration 60 days from date of issue)/ disembarcation Airport Tax in Nepal - approx. CHF 35.- / items of a personal nature such as alcoholic drinks, cold drinks, laundry / services tips for staff / Cost per group for KTM-Chitwan National Park-KTM by private transport.Booking info:
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