Day 01 Arrive Kathmandu
Arrive in Kathmandu capital city of Nepal. After
completing formalities with customs and immigration, you
will be received by our representative with Traditional
Welcome (with garlands).
Afterwards transfer to the hotel for overnight.
Overnight will be in Kathmandu.
Day 02 In Kathmandu
After breakfast, embark on the city trip, visit to
Swayambhunath, perhaps the most glorious stupa in the
world and one of the holiest Buddhist sties in Nepal.
Its establishment is linked to the creation of Kathmandu
valley out of a primordial lake. The whole area around
the stupa is an array to small chaityas and monsteries.
Then sightseeing of Kathmandu city, known as Kantipur;
the capital of King of Nepal. Visit here the temples of
living Goddess who acknowledge the greetings of devotees
from the balcony of her temple residence. Kasthamandap;
the source of the word Kathmandu and supposed to be made
from the timber of a single tree and Durbar Square, the
area holding the array of temples overlooked by Hanuman,
Dhoka Palace, the ancient palace of Nepalese Royalty.
Overnight at the hotel in Kathmandu.
Day 03 Kathmandu - Pokhara
By Road
After breakfast drive to Pokhra, a very scenic drive
lasting for above six hours through the beautiful
riverbanks and gorges.
Pokhra, the enchanting city nestled in a tranquil valley
is starting point for many of Nepal’s most popular
trekking and rafting trips. Here the serenity of Pehwa
lake and the magnificent Mt. Fishtail rising behind it,
creates and ambience of peace and magic. The valley
surrounding Pokhra is home to thick forests, gushing
rivers and emerald lakes and world famous view of the
Himalayas. The major attractions of Pokhra are; Pehwa
Lake, Barahi Temple, Devid’s fall, Bindabasini Temple
and Seti Gorge.
Overnight at the hotel in Pokhra.
Day 04 Pokhara – Chitwan
National Park By Road
After breakfast, enjoy a pleasant boat ride in Pehwa
Lake reflecting the panormic view of Mt. Fishtail on its
backdrop. Then drive to Chitwan.
Upon arrival in Chitwan check in to the hotel. Rest of
the evening free at leisure.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 05 In Chitwan
Whole day jungle activities including jungle walk,
elephant ride and also visit to villages. Chitwan
National Park is most famous n Nepal which offers 450
species of birds including four species of deer,
leopard, sloth bear, wild boar and many other faunal
species. The park is well known of one horned Rhinoceros
and it also offers shelter to Royal Bengal Tiger.
Overnight will be in Chitwan.
Day 06 Chitwan - Kathmandu
After breakfast drive to Kathmandu (6 hours) passing
through beautiful valleys. Evening free.
Overnight at the hotel in Kathmandu.
Day 07 In Kathmandu
After breakfast embark on the city tour where you would
visit
Boudhnath; this stupa stands with four pairs of eyes in
the four cardinal direction keeping watch of righteous
behavior and human prosperity. It was built by King Man
Deva on advice of Goddess Mani Jogini. Situated on the
octagonal base inset with prayer wheels, this shrine is
ringed by houses of Lamas or Buddhist priests.
Pashupatinath Temple; one of the holiest Hindu temple
dedicated to Lord Shiva. Situated amidst lush green
natural settings on the bank of the sacred Bagmati
river, the temple built in Pagoda style has gilted roof
and richly carved silver door. Bhaktapur City; also
known as Bhadgaon, this place is the home of medieval
art and architecture. Bhaktapur was founded in the 9th
century and is shaped like a conch shell. Visit Durbar
square with range to temples overlooking the palace of
55 window built by King Bhupindra Malla and Nyatapola
Temple.
Overnight at the hotel in Kathmandu.
Day 08 Kathmandu - Paro (
Bhutan) By Druk Air
Druk Air flight to Paro is one of the most spectacular
of all mountain flights. One can see Mount. Everest,
Kanchenjunga, Makalu and other peaks in Bhutan such as
Chomolhari, Jichu Drake and Tsrm Khang. The first gift
from Bhutan will be cool, clean fresh air as you step
out of the aircraft.
On arrival at Paro airport, immigration and custom
formalities and then received by our representative and
transfer to the hotel.
Evening take a stroll around town’s main street.
Overnight at the hotel in Paro.
Day 09 In Paro
Morning take an excursion to Taktshang Monastery, also
known as Tiger’s Nest. It is believed that Guru Rinpoche,
the father of the
 Bhutanese strain of Mahayana Buddhism,
arrived here on the back of a tigress and meditated at
this monastery. Taktshang was severely damaged by fire
in 1998 and at present its restoration work is in
progress. But tourists are still able to visit the
look-out point.
After lunch, visit Ta Dzong, the National Museum. The
museum collection includes ancient Bhutanese art and
artifacts, weapons and country’s exquisite postage
stamps. Then walk down the trail to visit Rinpung Dzong
situated at commanding height, overlooking Paro valley.
This Dzong is symbolic as the religious and secular
centre of all affairs of the valley. Evening visit a
traditional farm house to get an idea on lifestyle of
local people.
Overnight at the hotel in Paro.
Day 10 Paro – Punakha By
Road ( Approx 125 Kms – 05 Hours )
After breakfast drive to ruins of Drukgyel Dzong, about
18 km from the town. From this fortress, Bhutanese
repelled several invading Tibetan armies during the 17th
century. Then visit Kyichu Lhakhang, one of the oldest
and most sacred temples of the Kingdom, reflecting the
introduction of Buddhism in Bhutan.
After that drive to Punakha across Dochula pass (3,050m)
which hearlds the most enchanting views of Bhutan. Until
1955, Punakha served as the capital of Bhutan and still
it is the winter seat of Je Khenpo. Visit Punakha Dzong
built in 17th century at the junction of Pho Chhu and Mo
Chhu rivers. It has been destroyed by four fires and an
earthquake in 1897 and has frequently been devasted by
flood water coming from the great northern glaciers. The
Dzong has now been fully restored to its original
splendour.
Evening visit to local market.
Overnight at the hotel in Punakha.
Day 11 Punakha –
Wangduephodrang – Thimpu By Road
( Approx 90 Kms – 03 Hours)
After breakfast, drive to Wangduephodrang. The last town
in the west before arriving at the central region of
Bhutan, Wangdue is typical small Bhutanese town. The
town’s formidable Dzong is its most visible feature. In
the 17th century Wangdue played a crticial role in
unifying the western, central and southern Bhutanese
districts.
After lunch, drive to Thimphu, small charming city
sandwiched in the heart of Himalayas. Thimphu’s charm is
not only embedded in its wealth of museums or places of
historic interest but visitors must wander along the
main street and into shops, all of which are decorated
in traditional style. Afternoon at leisure.
Overnight at the hotel in Thimphu.
Day 12 In Thimpu
Morning visit, Trashichhodzong, situated on the banks of
Wang Chhu. It is home of the National Assembly and the
summer residence of capital’s venerated monastic
community. The Dzong is the impressive result of a
redesign of the original medieval structure sanctioned
by the Third King, HM Jigme Dorji Wangchuck, when he
moved Bhutan’s permanent capital to Thimphu.
Bhutan’s National Library is located close to the
Thangkha painting school and contains arguably the best
collection of religious and historic literature in the
Himalayas. The country has its own brand of Himalayan
medicines and this can be seen at the Indigenous
Hospital. The Memorial Chhorten, a pious landmark for
Thimphu’s residents, was erected in 1974 by the mother
of Third King, in memory of her son. Visit Handicrafts
Emporium which displays wide assortment of beautifully
handwoven and crafted products.
Overnight at the hotel in Thimphu.
Day 13 Thimpu –
Phuentsholing By Road ( Approx 179 Kms – 06 Hours )
After breakfast, drive to Phuentsholing enroute visit
Simtokha Dzong, the oldest fortress of the Kingdom built
in 1629, which now houses the School for Buddhist
studies. Thimphu / Phuentsholing road was built in 1962
by Dantak, the Indian Border road organization. The
drive on this route is very pleasant with numerous
scenic spots enroute.
Just before, arriving Phuentsholing, visit Kharbandi
Goemba, the monastery built in 1967. It houses the large
and fascianting statues of Sakyamuni, Shabdrung Ngawang
Namgyal and Guru Rinpoche.
Overnight at the hotel in Phuentsholing.
Day 14 Phuentsholing –
Siliguri By Road ( Approx 160 Kms – 04 Hours )
After breakfast drive to Siliguri passing through lush
green tea gardens enroute. Upon arrival check in to the
hotel. Rest of the day free at leisure.
Overnight will be in Siliguri
Day 15 Siliguri – Bagdogra
By Road ( Approx 130 Kms – 04 Hours )
Bagdogra – Kolkata ( Flight )
Kolkata – Overseas ( Flight )
This morning after the breakfast you drive to Bagdogra
where in assisted in the departure to board the flight
for Kolkata, where upon arrival assisted in the transfer
to the international airport to connect the flight back
home.
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