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Nepal Discover
(13 Days,)
| The temples and palaces of
Kathmandu and Gorkha, the lakes and mountain views
of Pokhara and game- viewing in Chitwan National
Park |
 This
is an ideal introduction to the delights of Nepal, with
a variety of activities through which to see and
experience the many aspects of this magnificent country.
For history and culture we explore Kathmandu: the narrow
streets, temples, stupas and pagodas of the city and the
surrounding valley have an almost mediaeval atmosphere.
For magnificent mountain views we visit Nagarkot before
heading westward to the old capital of Gorkha and on to
Pokhara, set in a subtropical valley, where we can walk
in the hills beneath the mighty Annapurnas. For wildlife
we visit Chitwan National Park, home to the Indian rhino
and Bengal tiger, where from a comfortable jungle lodge
we explore the park by canoe, on elephant back and on
foot. The energetic can even fit in an optional day's
rafting on the Trishuli River. This trip is a chance to
see some of the most majestic mountains on earth, to
experience the sheer charm of Nepal's culture, and to
meet a hospitable and cheerful people living beneath the
snow-capped Himalayas.
Trip Profile: A busy trip travelling by private
bus. There are some long drives on mountain roads, but
plenty of other activities as well, including 4 optional
day walks to a maximum altitude of 2,000 m. and a chance
to go rafting.
Group & Staff: min. 6, max. 16; plus leader,
driver, naturalist guide (Chitwan only) and local
guides.
Grade: Gentle
Accommodation: 10 nights hotels, 2 nights jungle
lodge.
Food: Breakfast included throughout; full board
at Chitwan and Gorkha.
Itinerary:
Day 1 Arrive Kathmandu.
Day 2 Sightseeing, visiting the temples of Pashupatinath,
Bouddhanath and Swayambhunath, and drive on to Nagarkot.
Day 3 After watching the sunrise over the Himalayas walk
to Changu Narayan; drive to the ancient city of
Bhaktapur and return to Kathmandu.
Day 4 Scenic drive, with good mountain views, to Gorkha,
the old capital; en route you can take an optional
rafting trip.
Day 5/ 6 Day walks from Gorkha into the surrounding
hills; excellent Himalayan views and some interesting
villages.
Day 7 Drive to Pokhara.
Day 8 In Pokhara with a day walk to the viewpoint at
Sarangkot.
Day 9 Drive to the lowlands and Chitwan N. P.
Day 10 Elephant rides, river trips and jungle walks in
and around the park.
Day 11 Return to Kathmandu.
Day 12 Optional Everest flight in the morning; rest of
day free to visit the old city and Patan.
Day 13 Final Departure
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