Classic Nepal Himalayan Tour

A representative from Himanshu Tours and trek will be waiting outside the Trivuwan International airport (TIA) according to your flight schedule to transfer you to the hotel. A short briefing will be done about the trip once you have checked in.Overnight in Kathmandu.

After breakfast in hotel group will take to visit. Visit of the stupendous Stupa of Boudhanath, the most important Buddhist cultural center of Katmandu as numerous refugees from Tibet stopped at this location, creating over 50 Gompas (Tibetan monasteries). Since 1979, Boudhanath is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Temple of Pashupatinath, the most important Hindu temple of Nepal dedicated to the god Shiva. The original nucleus dates back to the 6th century AD and is known for its pagoda-shaped architecture. This place, also known as Little Benares, is located along the Bagmati river, where every day funeral ceremonies take place with the corpses that are burned on the pyres before the dispersion of the ashes on the Bagmati After Lunch group will take to visit Kathmandu Durbar Square in front of the old royal palace of the former Kathmandu Kingdom is one of three Durbar (royal palace) Squares in the Kathmandu Valley in Nepal, all of which are UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The Kathmandu Durbar Square held the palaces of the Malla and Shah kings who ruled over the city. Along with these palaces, the square surrounds quadrangles, revealing courtyards and temples. It is known as Hanuman Dhoka Durbar Square, a name derived from a statue of Hanuman, the monkey devotee of Lord Ram, at the entrance of the palace. Overnight in Kathmandu.

After breakfast at the hotel, departure for Pokhara (210 km - 5/6 hours) a large center lying on the banks of a large lake, the Phewa Tal, in the middle of a wide valley surrounded by woods, at 827 m of quote. Upon arrival, hotel accommodation. At sunset, we will go for a walk on the shores of Lake Phewa, the lake atmosphere is able to inspire inner peace and serenity. We can take the opportunity to take a boat and go to the Varahi Mandir temple, which is located on an island in the middle of the lake. This temple is the most revered in the city. Overnight in pokhara.

Early in the morning( 5:00 AM)group will take to see sunrise from Sarangkot hill with the most beautiful viewpoint to see the mountain range. Located at an altitude of 1592m, Sarangkot offers a magnificent view of the Machhapuchhre, Annapurna and Dhaulagiri mountains. Then, return to the hotel for breakfast. After breakfast group will take to visit the Peace Pagoda which is lies on the hill top and symbols of peace and harmony, of Devi’s falls that merges into the ground towards the cave of Gupteshwor Mahadev. This place is sacred, an imposing stalagmite is worshiped as a Shiva lingam. Another point of interest will be to visit one of the monasteries dedicated to Buddhist monks.

After Breakfast in hotel group will leave for Chitwan, in southern Nepal, near India (4 hours). Along the way visit Tharu villages. The Tharus are an indigenous people of the Terai. They have a distinct architectural style, and they only build constructions with natural materials found in the region: straw, wood and mud. Although to date most of the Tharus are Hindus, some vestiges of their tribal religion are still present. The villages are considered to be real oases of peace. Overnight in hotel in the park.

After breakfast, visit the elephant farm to see elephant cubs and watch birds on the river bank; canoe ride along the Rapti river to see two rare species of crocodiles (Marsh Mugger and Gaviale, which is the only crocodile that eats fish), then walk in the nature with tropical vegetation, to see different types of flora and fauna. After lunch elephant back safari, with the opportunity to see four different breeds of deer, unicorn rhinos, monkeys, leopards, brown bears and the royal Bengal tiger. Overnight in hotel in the park.

Bhaktapur city and patan city tour

After breakfast in hotel group will take to visit cultural and tradition old city Bhakatpur (14KM east to Kathmandu) an irresistible city with an authentic local lifestyle preserved over centuries of isolation from the hustle and bustle of Kathmandu. While in the city square, we get to admire the Nyata-Pola Temple, the Golden Gate, water spouts and the 55 Window Palace which merge together to provide an ambiance of a magical outdoor theater to its visitors. After Lunch in Bhaktapur group will take to visit Patan is one of the three sister cities of Kathmandu Valley. Among the three cities, Patan is considered as the most artistic city. So, Patan in other word is popularly known as Lalitapur meaning “the city of Art” The majority of people in this city are Buddhist however they follow Hindu ethos as well. In the ancient time Buddhism flourished at such height that it attracted Ashoka the Great, the Legendry Indian Emperor. He visited this city in 250 BC and built Stupas in four corner of the city.. They are now popularly known as Ashoka Pillar. So, in this full day sightseeing we will show you the ancient Malla palace accompanied by many master piece Hindu temples built in 17th century. Overnight in Kathmandu.

After breakfast group will take to visit the most enigmatic statue of Hindu God Bishnu, Budhanilkantha is located at a distance of 8 km. from the center of Kathmandu. It is located at the base of Shivapuri hill and is the largest and the most beautiful stone carving of Nepal from Lichhavi period. It is also the most enigmatic. Carved from a single block of black basalt stone of unknown origin, the statue of Budhanilkantha is 5 meters in length and it lies in a reclining position inside a recessed tank of water also representing the cosmic sea which is 13 meters in length. Also referred as the sleeping Bishnu, or Jalakshayan Narayan, the statue depicts the deity reclining on the serpent deities known as Nagas, and also is the servant of Lord Bishnu. Budhanilkantha receives large numbers of pilgrims during Haribodhini Ekadashi, which takes place during the 11th day of the Hindu month of Kartik (October – November). It is the major festival for the year in celebration of the awakening of Lord Bishnu from his long sleep And then we head towards Swoyambhunath Stupa or people call it lovingly ‘The monkey Temple’, perched on hill 3 km west of Thamel. It is the great place to get your bearings, geographically and culturally. The hill commands a sweeping view of the Kathmandu Valley. It is a real eye opener. The monks and the visitors walking around Stupa , the monkeys running here and there, seems playful and the old stupa with Buddha eyes painted in all its four sides is the most profound expression of Buddhist symbolism in Nepal. Tantric Buddhists consider it the chief power point of the Kathmandu valley. Overnight in Kathmandu.

Our journey in Nepal comes to an end today! A Himanshu Tours representative will drop us off at the airport approximately 3 hours before our scheduled flight. On our way to home, we have plenty of time to plan our next adventure in the wonderful country of Nepal