20561 – Mr. Suresh Kumar Mandowara // Nepal

Meeting at airport upon arrival by Office Personnel. Transfer to hotel. Kathmandu is the capital of Nepal and the Kathmandu Valley is the political and cultural heart of the Kingdom.

The urban sprawl that makes up modern Kathmandu is in fact two cities, Patan and Kathmandu.

This morning you will be taken  for a visit of the Hindu culture in Nepal, Pashupatinath.  This is the place where holy saddhus pray. The Pashupatinath Temple is a famous, sacred Hindu temple dedicated to Pashupatinath and is located on the banks of the Bagmati River 5 kilometres north-east of Kathmandu Valley in the eastern city of Kathmandu the capital of Nepal. This temple is considered one of the sacred temples of Hindu faith .The temple serves as the seat of the national deity, Lord Pashupatinath. This temple complex is on UNESCO World Heritage Sites’s list Since 1979. This “extensive Hindu temple precinct” is a “sprawling collection of temples, ashrams, images and inscriptions raised over the centuries along the banks of the sacred Bagmati river”. We then continue to the holiest shrine for the Buddhist culture in Nepal, Bouddhanath, with its large stupa, this is the place where all devout Buddhists come for a pilgrimage. After completion of these two spots, you will be taken take you for a visit to Patan. Also known as  Lalitpur  , the city of beauty is separated from Kathmandu only by the Bagmati River and is the second largest town in the valley. Lalitpur is fragmented from other cities due to its substantive architectural ancient masterpieces. Patan’s central Durbar Square is absolutely packed with temples: Its an architectural center point with a far greater concentration of temples per sq. meter than in Kathamandu or Bhaktapur. Within  the city also lies the Tibetan refugee center, home to most of the valley’s Tibetan population.  While technically refugees,

the Tibetans are some of the wealthiest people in the valley because of the carpet industry they operate.  For those looking to bring home a fine Tibetan carpet, this is the place to shop. You will then go to Swayambhunath the golden spire of the 5th-century Swayambhu stupa is adorned with a colorful fluttering of prayer flags; it crowns a hill overlooking the Kathmandu Valley and offers fantastic views over the city of Kathmandu. Swayambhunath is one of the most recognizable symbols in Nepal and the painted eyes of Buddha watch all who ascend the worn stone steps.

Later visit the Budanilkantha Temple which is also known as the Sleeping Vishnu Temple.

Budhanilkantha Temple, located in Budhanilkantha, Nepal, is a Hindu open air temple dedicated to Lord Mahavishnu. Budhanilkantha Temple is also known as the Narayanthan Temple for Hindus, and can be identified by a large reclining statue of Lord Mahavishnu. However In the Buddhist community, the term “Buddhanilkantha” refers to one of the various manifestations of Avalokiteshvara. The name means “Blue-Throated Buddha.”

( The above sightseeing is for a maximum of 08 hours after the vehicle reports at the hotel )

Drive to Pokhara. Pokhara is 210 kms from Kathmandu and is a 7 hours drive approx. From Pokhara town (2,352 feet) in good weather there are splendid views right from the hotel. On the way you have an option at an extra cost of doing the river rafting ( Inr 3000 nett per person ) or visit the Manakamna Temple “ Goddess of Fulfilling Wishes” where you are taken by a cable ride

( Inr 670 nett per person payable directly ) of 10 mins. Overnight at hotel.

This morning you will go for a excursion trip to Sarangkot. Sarangkot is the most popular tourist destination from where the tourist can enjoy the great view of the Pokhara Valley and the magnificent view of the mountains. Sarangkot is only 13 kms from Lake Side, Pokhara. Sarangkot is the highest view point for a sunrise and it is just 1592m high. Sarangkot is  cooler than Pokhara. Sarangkot can be reached easily by 45 to 60 minutes by a car ride to the top from Pokhara. Many tourists come to Sarangkot for sunrise view and go back.

From Sarangkot, on the northern direction we can see Dhaulagiri in the far west. Annapurna range is visible when the weather is clear on the same side. On the southern direction the village overlooks the city of Pokhara and its lake on the north-western outskirts of the city.

( The above sightseeing is for a maximum of 03 hours after the vehicle reports at the hotel )

This afternoon you will visit Bindebasini Temple. This is one of the oldest temples in Pokhara was a part of Kaski Kingdom, the main deity of the temple, Goddess Durga, was brought from India . Apart from the peace and tranquility that can be felt in this region, the premises of the temple offers a good view of the Himalaya on a clear day. The temple is in the area of the bazaar, hence a journey of the old bazaar can be combined with a visit to the temple. Sightseeing to Devi’s fall, also known as Patale Chango is an awesome waterfall lying 2 km southwest of Pokhara. During summer and rainy season, the waterfall takes its real form, with gushing water splashing and making its way through the rocks. Just opposite of Devi’s fall, on the other side of the road, there is Gupteshwor Cave. This cave is popular for the different natural forms made from limestone deposits. Photography is strictly prohibited inside the cave. Overnight at hotel.( The above sightseeing is for a maximum of 03 hours after the vehicle reports at the hotel )

Drive back to Kathmandu retracing the same path & transfer to hotel. Rest day at leisure. One can indulge in shopping or visit the casinos trying their lady luck on your own. Overnight at hotel.

Morning will be comparatively free and closer to the time of your flight, you will be transferred to the airport in time to board your flight for onward journey

  Package Rates are per person in INR and details as below

# 02 nights accommodation in Pokhara with Breakfast

# 02 international airport transfers by an A/c vehicle Scorpio / similar

# Sightseeing as per the itinerary in Kathmandu and Pokhara by an A/c vehicle exclusively ( Guide and entrance fee is not included )

# Transportation Kathmandu / Pokhara / Kathmandu by an A/c vehicle

# Presently applicable hotel taxes.

Supplement cost optional if required :

If the clients decide to travel by air for Kathmandu – Pokhara – Kathmandu instead of by surface, as there has been a a lot of reconstruction work taking place on the highway for widening the roads and because of the same there are a lot of jams, land slides, slow traffic and many more issues on the way. So it is recommended that the clients take flights instead of drive.

Inr. 5500 per adult

The above rates include :

# 02 domestic airport transfers in Kathmandu

# 02 domestic airport transfers in Pokhara

# Kathmandu / Pokhara / Kathmandu Airfare

Please note that the airfares used are as of present airfares, in case of hikes due to fuel cost or any other reasons by the airlines, the airfare may increase at the time of issuance.

 Services other than specified.

* Entrance fee at the monumental sites during the sightseeing

* Guide during the sightseeing

* Any expenses of personal nature such as drinks, laundry, telephone/fax calls.
* Any expenses caused by reasons beyond our control such as flight delays, rescheduling or cancellations, any accidents,

   medical evacuations, riots, strikes, etc.
* Any tips to drivers, hotel staff, any meals apart from the ones mentioned above.
* Any other tax or service charge that could be enforced during this period will be extra & need to borne by you.
*A valid Indian passport or an election Id is the only valid document for adults ( 18 yrs & above)

    for travel to Kathmandu by air. For children below the age of 18 years the school or college

    id suffices. The id should clearly reflect the traveller’s picture, school or college name, date of

    birth as well as the class in which the student is  studying. Request that this be checked with

     Indian Immigration authorities at your end too. This information stands good while writing this mail.

    Do update yourself for any changes. This information is correct as of today and cannot

    be held liable just in case anyone is not allowed to board or the Govt of India changes the regulations.

The above rates are valid for Indian Nationals holding Indian Passport / Voter’s ID only.

The rates will not stand good for any other nationality, OCI and PIO card is not valid in Nepal and cannot be used as an identification by any Nationals.

Hotel Check – in Time:      1500 hrs
Hotel Check – out Time:    1100 hrs

• ADHAR CARD/ PAN CARD / DRIVING LICENSE IS NOT A VALID

         DOCUMENT TO TRAVEL TO NEPAL BY AIR 

  Lastly the old Indian Currency of Inr 500 and 1000 are no more a legal tender currency in Nepal.

  The New Indian 500 as well as the 2000 denominations are also not valid.

  The Indian 100 or below notes are valid.

  Package Rates are per person in INR and details 

• Accommodation in above mentioned or similar hotels – 02 Rooms
• Meals as per above Table
• Private Transfers and Sightseeing as per the itinerary Innova Crysta
• Taxi cost includes Toll, Entry & Parking.
  Rail fare
• GST

• Darshans
• Sightseeing and entry tickets
• AirFare
• Boating in Prayagraj and Varanasi
• Any meals other than specified in above table
• Any sightseeing other than specified above
• Entrance fees for places not in the sightseeing and Guide charges
• Any items of personal nature like tips, laundry, telephone calls etc.

• Vehicle is not at disposal. Kindly note that the drive is not a guide
• If the above hotels are not available similar category hotels will be used
• Itinerary and price is subject to change. Additional charges will be applicable for extra sightseeing
• The quotation is based on Standard room. You can upgrade to a higher room category by paying an extra cost depending on availability
• The hotel rooms are subject to availability. The above given prices are subject to change without prior notice
• Hotel check in is 1400hrs. and checkout would be 1000hrs. Early check-in and late check-out subject to availability
• Vehicle will be provided for transfers and sightseeing as per above table. Ask us for other vehicle options