08 Days Scenic Nepal

Day 1 Singapore Kathmandu

Check in at Singapore Changi Airport Terminal One for your Thai Airways Flight to Kathmandu with transit at Bangkok. Lunch will be served onboard the flight. Our local guide will meet and greet you at the airport on arrival and then transfer to your hotel by private car / or coach / or mini van. After a short rest, leave for Patan Durbar Square, one of the oldest Buddhist Cities in the world. It is believed that the city was founded in the 3rd century A.D. and was known for its finest traditional crafts and rich artistic heritage. The square rose to its full glory during the Malla period.

(Dinner)

Day 2 Kathmandu Nagarkot (32km/1.45hrs)

Continue your sightseeing tour of the most important sites of Kathmandu Valley this morning before proceeding to Nagarkot. Tour begins with visit to the renowned 2000-year old Buddhist Temple of Swoyambhunath situated on the top of a hill west of the city. It is the most popular and instantly recognizable symbol of Nepal. The temple is colloquially known as the Monkey Temple after the large tribe of handsome monkeys which guards the hill and amuses visitors and devotees with tricks, including sliding gracefully at the stairways and playfully at the pagodas with the site. Here are also lined with many shops selling Nepali souvenirs. If time permits, you may do some shopping of little gifts at bargaining prices after the complete commentary by the guide. Next, you will visit Kirtipur old town. It is one of the oldest towns in Kathmandu valley. Kirtipur contains few Buddhists sites both old & new as well as Hindi Temple. Cilancho Stupa is of historic importance. Take a scroll along the streets of Kirtipur is really relaxing. You will get a chance to see shy local villagers doing their daily chores. They are still quite sensitive to your camera shoots. After Sightseeing, proceed to Nagarkot at 2300 m above sea level. Its commands a classic panorama of the Himalayan ranges. You can see from here many major peaks of the Himalayas, like Langtang, langtang-lirung, Chobha bhamre, Amadablam, Dorje Lhakpa, Gaurishankar and many peaks of the Himalaya, including Mt. Everest on a clear day. Take a slow walk to see beautiful sunset is one of the not-to-miss programs.

(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 3 Nagarkot Chitwan (210km/5hrs)

This morning, wake up early to catch the stunning sunrise scene. Nagarkot is a famous place to see the mountain ranges and sunrise. It lies at an altitude of 2211m and is located 30 km north east of Kathmandu. Many visitors go to Nagarkot to see sunrise. Once the sun begins to rise from behind the Himalayas, it looks spectacular as mountain peaks changes its colour. After taking your breakfast, continue your journey to Chitwan National Park. Lunch will be served at Chitwan. After your lunch, there are interesting activities awaiting you to take part. Please refer to Day 4 for activities arranged for this afternoon and the whole of Day 4 of which sequent of programs will be briefed by the hotel guide on your arrival.

(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 4 Chitwan

Today you will be escorted by expert naturalist on various exciting activities including an unforgettable experience Elephant Safari (about 1 hour 40 mins. 4 persons on an Elephant back) or jeep safari (must advise the choice during booking), Bird Watching while on Canoe ride on the Rapti River (approximately 1 hour) and Jungle Walk Safari (about 1 hour) into Jungle. It is fairly high chances for you to see one-horn rhinos, monkeys and various species of deer. Animals wander within the jungle and therefore, it is all depend on your luck. If you are lucky enough, you might be able to see sloth bear or even tigers. After dinner, take a slow walk of about 5 minutes to watch performance of Tharu stick dance. An hour slide show will also be arranged by the lodge for your better understanding of wildlife habitats in Chitwan National Park. ** SPECIAL NOTE: Jungle activities will be carried out with the participation of passengers staying at the same lodge.

(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 5 Chitwan Pokhara (160km/4-5hrs)

This morning you will take a scenic drive for Pokhara,“The dreamland of Nepal”. Pokhara is the most popular destination for visitors to Nepal. There is little in its past by way of neither history nor culture impact and the only important role that the old Pokhara played was that it was along the route of trade between India and Tibet. Today it is one of the fastest developing cities of Nepal, mainly due to tourism. The natural beauty of its lakeside location and its proximity to the mountains has made in the natural choice for trekkers and adventures. Pokhara is also the base for some of most famous trekking circuits of Nepal. Foreigners find the Pokhara an oasis where leisurely meals good books and shorts walk can easily fill several days. After lunch, take an hour boating on scenic Fewa (Phewa) Lake with visit at Barahi Temple, the most important monument in Pokhara. Built almost in the Center of Fewa (Phewa) Lake, this two-storied pagoda is dedicated to the boar manifestation of Ajima, the protector deity representing the female force of Shakti.

(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 6 Pokhara

Early in the morning, drive up to Sarangkot Hill for the beautiful Panoramic Himalayas (this program will be cancelled if the sky is not clear or the weather is bad). After which, continue with Pokhara City including Bindabasini Temple, Devis Fall, Gupteshwor Cave, Seti Gorge and lastly Tibetan Refugee Camp.

(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 7 Pokhara Kathmandu (160km/4-5hrs)

This morning return to Kathmandu. On arrival, visit Kathmandu Durbar square, one of the major attractions in Kathmandu Valley. The word Durbar Square translated in English as Palace Complex. The Durbar Square, with its old temples and palaces, epitomizes the religious and cultural life of the people.

(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 8 Kathmandu Singapore

Free & Easy and leave for airport at around 1130 hours.

(Breakfast)