Nepal is a landlocked country surrounded by China from the North and India from the south, east and west. Geographically, it is located at South Asia in the Himalaya range and the roof of the world called “Mount Everest” lies within itself. Nepal is rich in diverse geography and it also includes hills and plains for wildlife. Kathmandu is the capital city of Nepal and it is also known as the city of temples. Lord “Buddha” was born in here at Lumbini.
Day 01: Arrival at Kathmandu
Upon arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu, you will be welcomed and assisted by our tour officer, and brief about your package tour. Transfer to hotel and assist for check-in procedure.
PM: Sightseeing tour of Boudhanath
Welcome dinner at Local Restaurant with a cultural dance program
Overnight at hotel
Boudhanath
Boudhanath is one of the largest stupas in South Asia which is popular as the center of Tibetan Buddhism in Nepal. It was built during the 5th century at the major ancient trade route between Nepal and Tibet. The 36-meter high stupa was renovated at the time period of Licchhavi in the 8th century. It is also listed in the UNESCO World Heritage Sites in 1979. There are many Tibetan Monasteries & Nunneries around the Boudhanath.
Day 02: Kathmandu
Breakfast at hotel
AM: Preparation for a government school visit
PM: Visit Nepal government school and activities along with fun games with school children
Overnight at hotel in Kathmandu
Day 03: Kathmandu – Lumbini by surface (260 km/06-07 hrs approx)
Breakfast at hotel
AM: Drive to Lumbini
PM: Upon arrival at Lumbini, Check-in into hotel/resort and rest of day at free for rest
Overnight at hotel/resort in Lumbini
Lumbini
Lumbini is the birthplace of Lord Buddha. Therefore, it is popular as one of the important spiritual sites in the globe. It is said that the Lord Buddha took his first seven steps instantly as soon as he was born. The major attractions of Lumbini Garden are Mayadevi temple, Ashoka Pillar and many beautiful monasteries built by different Buddhist countries like China, Japan, Germany, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Day 04: Lumbini
Breakfast at hotel
Full day sightseeing tour of Lumbini Garden
Overnight at hotel in Lumbini
Day 05: Lumbini – Kathmandu – Dhulikhel by surface (260 km/07-08 hrs approx)
Breakfast at hotel
AM: Drive for Dhulikhel
PM: Free for rest
Overnight at hotel/resort in Dhulikhel
Day 05: Dhulikhel – Kathmandu by surface (33 km/02 hrs approx)
Breakfast at hotel
AM: Sightseeing tour of Namobuddha stupa
PM: Sightseeing tour of Panauti village
In the evening drive back to Kathmandu
Overnight at hotel in Kathmandu
Namobuddha
Namobuddha is located at Kavre District about 40 km away from Kathmandu. It is the most important religious site for Buddhist. According to the myth, it is the place where the Lord Buddha sacrificed his body for starving tigress and her cubs in his previous life as a little price. The surrounding environment is so naturally fresh, cool and perfectly right place for meditation. The place also offers a beautiful sunrise and wonderful sunset views along with the spectacular view of mountains.
Panauti
Panauti is one of the oldest and historical cities of Nepal which consist of a variety of ancient Buddhist and Hindu religious monuments and rivers. Once at the period of Malla King’s in Kathmandu Valley, King Bhupatindra Malla of Bhaktapur had given the state of Panauti to his sister as a dowry. Yet, Panauti holds many festivals that reflect an ancient tradition and mythology. It is very popular for a month-long festival known as “Makar Mela” which is held once in 12 years.
Day 06: Kathmandu
Breakfast at hotel
AM: Sightseeing tour of Kathmandu Durbar Square and Swayambhunath
PM: Sightseeing tour of Patan Durbar Square
Overnight at hotel in Kathmandu
Kathmandu Durbar Square
Kathmandu Durbar Square is one of oldest durbar (palace) of Nepal. The square was built in 17th and 18th centuries and many buildings/temples are much older than the 17th century. The whole durbar square is fully crafted with unique architecture of 17th century and before. From 1979, the whole durbar square was designated as UNESCO World Heritage Site. In Kathmandu Durbar Square, there are many interesting sites to visit like: Kumari Ghar (House of Living Goddess), Kasthamandap (temple made-up of single tree), Shiva-Parbati Temple, Ancient Big Bell, Krishna Temple (pagoda style in octagonal shape), Ancient Big Drums, Kal Bhairav Statue, Jagannath Temple, Human Statue, Taleju Temple, museum and many more.
Swayambhunath
Swayambhunath is one of the holiest Buddhist Chaityas in Nepal from an ancient period of time. The word swayambhu refers to “self-existent or self-created”. It is located at the top of the hill at the northwest of the Kathmandu Valley. The Swayambhunath stupa was built in 13th century by King Manadeva. It is also enlisted in the UNESCO World Heritage Sites in 1979. This site is also popular as “Monkey Temple” among the foreign visitors as lots of monkeys live there around the jungle. It is also a perfect place to catch the panoramic view of Kathmandu valley.
Patan Durbar Square
Patan Durbar Square is also one of the oldest durbars (palaces) of Kathmandu valley. It is located on a fertile plain just above the Bagmati River which is known as Lalitpur city. According to mythology, Patan city was created in the 6th century by King Birdeva. The meaning of Lalitpur is the city of fine arts and the Patan Durbar Square is fully surrounded by full of monuments with beautiful arts.
Day 07: Kathmandu – Departure
Breakfast at hotel
Final departure transfer to international airport to continue onward journey
(Please note that International Airport reporting time is 03 hours prior to flight departure time)