Easter Holidays in Nepal is the special Tour packages introducing the Nepalese culture, Villages, heritage, wildlife, places and nature within 12 days program.
Opportunity for many those who have dream to be in foot of Himalayas and experience the Nepali culture and be part of rebuild Nepal.
Begin your 10-day tour by visiting UNESCO World Heritage Sites scattered in Kathmandu, Patan and Bhaktapur cities. Next, spend a night in Nagarkot and drive to several places in the outskirts of the valley including Dhulikhel and Panauti. Stop at Bandipur for a day and end your trip in Pokhara. All the while, you will be soaking-in the amazing views of the sunrise while also keeping yourselves busy with visits to beautiful natural and cultural heritage sites.
Fix Departure Date: 12th April 2017 Custom Days: 24th April 2017
Tour Route: Kathmandu - Nuwakot - Chitwan - Pokhara – Kathmandu. (Could Customize)
Attractions Heritage of Kathmandu, Bhaktapur, Scenic beauty of Everest , Natural beauty of Pokhara with Mt. Annapurna range, Jungle Safari etc.
Tour Itinerary
Day-1 Arrive Kathmandu
We will meet at the Tribhuvan international airport & transfer to hotel. In the afternoon walk around in the Kathmandu Durbar Square and then evening briefing and dinner program. Welcome Dinner
02 Kathmandu Sightseeing
We start World Heritage Sites in Kathmandu. Kathmandu Durbar Square holds the palaces of the medieval Kings who ruled over the then Kathmandu Kingdom. Pashupatinath houses a sacred lingam, or the phallic symbol of Lord Shiva. The Aryaghat alongside Pashupati and on the banks of the Bagmati River is a famous funeral site for the Hindus. The Buddhists shrine of Boudhanath is one of the largest stupas in the world, and one of the holiest Buddhist pilgrimage and tourist destinations in Kathmandu. The area of Boudhnath is also famous for over 50 Tibetan monasteries. Swayambhu meaning the "the self-existent" is popular among the foreigners as the Monkey Temple owing to the large number of monkey population residing in the area
03 Kathmandu- Nuwakot 3 hours.
After breakfast we drive you to Nuwakot via Kakani or Shivapuri. Kakani is the beautiful point of the land terraces and the distant mountains. During the drive to Nuwakot you will have a chance to fish farming and rural life of the people in that region.
Explore the village and interact with the local in the evening.
04 Nuwakot- Chitwan
After breakfast drive to Chitwan National park. After Visiting the Temple, Continue drive to Chitwan. Afternoon about 1:00 to 1:30 Pm arrival at the resort. Upon arrival, there will be a short briefing on the program and our facilities. Thereafter, rooms will be assigned and lunch will be served.
The Program at Resort:
3:30 PM: Elephant-back safari: Guests will ride on elephant to explore the jungle and wildlife: the one-horned rhinoceros, several types of deer, monkeys, wild boar, bison, sloth bear, leopard and, if lucky, the Royal Bengal tiger. This exciting ride lasts for 2-3 hours.
7:00 PM: Slide presentation: One of our jungle experts will introduce background data and history of the Chitwan National Park as well as some other topics relating to wildlife. Your questions are most welcome.
8:00 PM: Dinner at the central dining hall.
05 Chitwan5:30 AM: Wake-up call followed by tea or coffee, then proceed for Canoeing/Jeep Safari. A traditional dug-out canoe takes you on asilent trip down the Rapti River to view aquatic birds and the animals of the river banks. Jeep safari by Land Rover starts from canoeing put out point covering the distance of approximately 10km with chances of seeing rare wildlife.
8:30 AM: Breakfast
9:30 AM: Elephant Briefing: To learn more about the life of these fascinating animals during a visit to our elephant stables.
1.00 PM: Lunch at central dining hall.
Remaining hours before the afternoon program: take a dip in the pool, or relax on your verandah. Hammocks and the library are at your disposal and our bar is close by to refresh you with a drink of your choice.
4:00 PM: Nature Walk. This exciting walk with the nature will introduce you the main features of eastern Chitwan sal forest, open grassland and riverine jungle. Our guides will help you identify some species of birds, plants and other wildlife that you may encounter
7:00 PM: Tharu Stick dance: Farmers of the nearby villages will show some of their traditional skills and dances. Your participation is highly recommended.
8:00 PM: BBQ Dinner in the central dining hall/ outside at the terrace.
06 Chitwan - Pokhara
5.30 AM: Bird Watching (or another elephant ride on availability) after early morning tea/coffee. Out of 519 species of the birds found in the park, we have recorded 276 species in our area. Our guides will help you to identify some of the species of these birds.
8.00 AM: Breakfast
Before departure, you may want to visit souvenir shop, where we have a small collection of local and ethnic items.
9.00 AM: Departure for the return journey to Pokhara.
(This program for Unique Wildlife Resort)
Pokhara is a place of remarkable natural beauty. The serenity of Phewa Lake and the magnificence of the Fishtail Peak rising behind it create an ambiance of peace and tranquility. Pokhara is a perfect place to see the panoramic view of Himalayan region including Annapurna and Dhaulagiri. Over night at Hotel is Pokhara.
07 Pokhara
Early in the morning drive to Saran Kot hill station to view sunrise and view of Himalaya Sangri-la.After breakfast, proceed for a half-day sightseeing tour of Pokhara City and 1 hour boating at Lake Phewa. Free at leisure for the remainder of the day.
08 Pokhara - Kathmandu
After breakfast at the hotel, depart for Kathmandu. I will take 5 hours for 202km.
09 Kathmandu
Two more World Heritage Site cities adjacent to Kathmandu: Patan & Bhaktapur. Patan is also known as The City of Fine Arts. Patan Durbar Square is one of the places in the Kathmandu Valley where the medieval arts and architecture still remain in its original state. The Durbar Square is full of ancient places, temples and shrines, noted for their exquisite carvings, mostly the Hindu and Buddhist monuments. Similarly, the medieval town of Bhaktapur, or the Town of the Devotees, preserves medieval arts, architecture, culture, and lifestyle to this date. One is sure to feel like traveling back into the past while walking along the Bhaktapur thorough fares, squares and streets.
10 Departure
Free for shopping and personal activities till departure time. Transfer to the airport according to your departure time for the next destination
Cost Includes
Pick up from and drop off at the hotel and the airport on aprivate vehicle.
Twin sharing accommodation in a three star hotel in Kathmandu, Pokhara, Lumbini and Chitwan; Breakfast included.
Two nights/three days accommodation in Chitwan with full board meal (breakfast, lunch and dinner) as well as all jungle activities in the national park.
Farewell dinner in Kathmandu in a typical Nepali restaurant with cultural dance performance in the evening before departure.
All Ground Transportation by Private Tourist Vehicle.
All Guided city tourmentioned in day-by-day itinerary on a private vehicle.
Namaste Nomad use licensed English-speaking guide
The required number of ground staff during the tour like Drivers and Guides.
Food, accommodation, salary, insurance, equipment and medicine for our field staff.
Entry permits and fees for all temples, parks, monasteries, and cultural and historical sites.
Free Namaste Nomad sunhat and t-shirt (yours to keep).
All government taxes, VAT, Tourist Service charges and official expenses.
Cost Does not Include-
International airfare .( which can be include if you wish us to arrange your flights ticket)
Your travel insurance.
Nepal entry visa – you can obtain a visa Very easily upon your arrival( As you group leader will help you) at the Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu. (Tourist Visa with Multiple Entries for 15 days can be obtained by paying US $ 25 or equivalent foreign currency. Similarly, Tourist Visa with Multiple Entries for 30 days and 90 days can be obtained by paying US $40 and $ 100 respectively. Please bring 2 copies of passport size photos).
Lunch and dinner in all places except chitwan (about EURO 10 to EURO 20 per person per day includes drinks).
All Items of Personal nature like drink, Laundry etc
Tips for tour staff and driver. (Tipping is expected)
Others expenses not mentioned in the Price Includes section.
Your are contributing the people of Nepal by joining this tour.
Make 2017 the year to visit Himalayan country Nepal , explore the Kathmandu Valley or spot rhino in Chitwan National Park on one of our tours departing in 2017. March through May and October to November are ideal months to dusk off those hiking boots on our of our trekking holidays, or alternatively opt for a group tour departure in 2017. Plus why not consider combining your trip to Nepal with neighbouring Bhutan too. Write us your plan and so we can customize your tours according to your dates and plan.
