Itinerary

1. Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu

   • Welcome to Nepal! You will be picked up from the airport and transferred to your hotel. In the evening, go for a short walk in the Thamel street.

   Accommodation: Hotel Tibet or similar in Kathmandu.

   Meals: Welcome Dinner

2. Day 2: Full day sightseeing of Pasupatinath Temple - Boudhanath Stupa - Bhaktapur City

   • Today, we visit three of the most Sacred Monuments in the Valley:
   • Pashupatinath Temple: Pashupatinath, One of the holiest temples of Hindu deities Lord Shiva, has a golden roof and silver doors and is built in pagoda style. The temple is in the middle of a green forest, and the river Bagmati, on whose bank Hindus are cremated, flows on its side. People, except Hindus, cannot enter the temple's central courtyard but can be viewed from the river's eastern bank. There is an Arati pooja in Pashupati, which starts around 6 pm. The priests perform the Aarati by moving oil lamps in a circular motion and dedicating their act to the Divine. Devotees sing bhajan (songs with religious themes) during the Aarati, 
   • Boudhhanath: Bouddhanath Stupa not only takes you on the journey to the world's most prominent and most ancient stupa or Buddhist pilgrimage sites but also exposes you to the Tibetan communities within Nepal. Along with monasteries and devotees chanting religious hymns and playing prayer wheels, you will also get to be close with the young boys and girls devoted to being Buddhist monks, giving you a different perspective on life. 
   •  Bhaktapur Durbar Square: This durbar square will mesmerize you with the beauty of different temples and palaces. You will not only be able to see the spectacular view of 15th-century architecture but also be acquainted with the palaces and the courtyards of ancient times. The golden gates, wooden palace studded with 55 windows, Batsala temple, Shiva temple and the National Art Gallery are the major attractions of this square. Moreover, you might not want to miss out on the five-storied Nyatapola Temple built in the 17th century; adding to its structure are the pair of two wrestlers, two elephants, two lions, two gryphons and a goddess's tigress & lioness in each storey making it the tallest pagoda style temple exhibiting the immense creativity and craftsmanship of Nepali in those centuries.

   Accommodation: Hotel Tibet or similar in Kathmandu.

   Meals: Breakfast

3. Day 3: Drive from Kathmandu to Bandipur

   • Bandipur: After breakfast, drive to Bandipur. A scenic drive lasts nearly 5 hours through the beautiful riverbanks & gorges. After reaching Bandipur, Rest at the Hotel or stroll around Beautiful Bandipur town & local market. Bandipur is an old Newari settlement located at Hill Station near Prithvi Highway. The old town can preserve and maintain its cultural look and beauty. We will explore the town on foot because vehicles are prohibited from maintaining their beauty. Bandipur also offers a lovely mountain view if the weather permits.

   Accommodation: Bandipur Village Inn or Similar on B/B in Bandipur

   Meals: Breakfast

4. Day 4: Bandipur to Hemja. Visit a monastery in Hemja and eat dinner in the monastery

   • Hemja: After breakfast, we drive from Bandipur to Hemja (2 and half hour drive). Lunch enroute. Check-in at the Monastery in Hemja around Rest and refresh before the Dinner with Monks & O/N at the Monastery Guest House in Hemja.

   Accommodation: Pema Tsal Guest House on the entire board in Hemja

   Meals: Breakfast/Dinner/Lunch

5. Day 5: Full day in Monastery with activities like meditation in the pooja offering room.

   • Hemja: Today, we perform the following activities in the Monastery: 
     • Puja participation 
     • Breakfast 
     • Meditation
     • Monastery visit 
     • Free time in the Monastery or a Short Hike around Hemja Village 
     • Dharma Debate 
     • Dinner in the Guest House 
     • O/N at Monastery Guest House in Hemja.

   Accommodation: Pema Tsal Guest House on the entire board in Hemja

   Meals: BreakfastLunchDinner

6. Day 6: Drive to Phumdi - Peace Stupa - Pokhara

   • World Peace Stupa: After breakfast, we drive from Hemja to Phumdi. Then we hike to Peace Stupa, which is about 3 hours. The hike offers insight into rural life and views of mountains if the weather permits. Upon reaching the peace stupa, we will witness it as a stunning monument symbolising peace and Buddhism. Peace Stupa is located on a hilltop and provides a splendid view of Pokhara City.

   O/N at Pokhara.

   Accommodation: Hotel White Pearl or Similar on B/B in Pokhara

   Meals: Breakfast

7. Day 7: Drive from Pokhara to Gorkha

   • Gorkha Museum: After breakfast, we drive from Pokhara to Gorkha, which is about 4-5hours drive. Upon reaching Gorkha and checking in to the hotel, we freshened up and visited Gorkha Palace. Gorkha Durbar, also known as Gorkha Palace, is a historic palace in Gorkha. The palace was built in the 17th century by King Ram Shah of the Shah dynasty and was the seat of power for the Kingdom of Gorkha until the mid-19th century. The darbar, meaning palace, is situated on the top of the hill and is surrounded by beautiful mountains. It is considered a symbol of Nepali culture and history. 

   Accommodation: Gorkha Garden hotel or Similar on B/B in Gorkha

   Meals: Breakfast

8. Day 8: Free day in Kathmandu

   • After breakfast, we drive from Gorkha to Kathmandu, which is approximately 7 hours. Free time in the evening.

   Accommodation: Hotel Tibet or Similar on B/B in Kathmandu

   Meals: Breakfast

9. Day 9: Drive from Kathmandu to Dhulikhel. Visit Kali Temple

   • Dhulikhel: Wake up call at 0700 hrs, breakfast at 0730 hrs to 0800 hrs, and we start driving ( 0900 hrs) toward Dhulikhel ( 27 km – 1 hour drive). Check in Hotel in Dhulkhlel. Start hiking in Dhulikhel ( around 1100 hrs ) of Kali Temple and surroundings. Hiking will take around 2 hours to get to the Kali temple and the surrounding village. We will see the magnificent, Hilly landscape and Mountain View and visit the local villages. We will return to the hotel or enjoy lunch in a nice restaurant. Return to the hotel and relax and enjoy the beautiful scenery from the hotel itself—free time in the hotel for the rest of the day.  

   Accommodation: Aagantuk Resort or Similar on B/B in Dhulikhel

   Meals: Breakfast

10. Day 10: Drive from Dhulikhel to Namobuddha. Visit Namobuddha Monastery - Balthali

    • Namobuddha: Today, after breakfast, we will drive for two and a half hours to reach the Tibetan pilgrimage site of Namobuddha (1,750 m). Here, the guests are welcomed by monks in one of the oldest monasteries. We then explore the monastery, beautiful mandalas, and frescoes and learn about Tibetan Buddhism. The monks will explain the history of Buddhism. Our guides will translate. We then hike down easily accessible paths to our overnight stay in Balthali (1,780 m). We pass small villages, see farmers in their fields and cannot help but see the mountains in the distance. We reach our accommodation in the early afternoon. Our guide will give you tips for a late lunch. Enjoy our accommodation's fantastic view of the village - everyday life seems far away.

    Accommodation: Balthali Mountain Resort or Similar on B/B in Balthali.

    Meals: Breakfast

11. Day 11: Hike from Balthali - Khopasi - Khopasi - Panauti - Kathmandu

    • Panauti: Breakfast is served around 7:30 am. After breakfast, we started our hike for 1 hour and 10 minutes from Balthali to Khopasi. It is an easy hike. We then drive to Panauti for 10 minutes and go sightseeing in Panauti, an old city where we can see the traditional local lifestyle of the Newari community. In the afternoon we are free to do some last-minute shopping.

    Accommodation: Hotel Tibet or Similar on B/B in Kathmandu

    Meals: Breakfast

12. Day 12: Departure

    • Today, through TIA, you will say goodbye to beautiful Nepal. Our representative will transfer you to the airport 3 hours before your departure. Please have a safe journey, and we hope to see you again.

    Meals: Breakfast