Himalayan Holidays Nepal

Day-to-Day Itinerary

• Day 01:
  Upon arrival at Kathmandu Tribhuvan International airport the guest will be received and transfered to the hotel.
  Evening: a short briefing about the tour.
  Overnight at the hotel in Kathmandu.
• Day 02:
  After breakfast visit Kathmandu city, Pashupanath temple, Boudhanath and Bhaktapur.
  Overnight at the hotel in Kathmandu.
• Day 03:
  After breakfast, drive from Kathmandu to Chitwan - 5 hrs. Chitwan is 196 kilometers from Kathmandu and is connected by the Muglin Highway. The drive is through terraced rice fields and scenic countryside along the banks of the Trishuli River. Upon arrival at the park entry point, the guests will be received by Naturalists / representatives from the wildlife resort and taken to the resort situated inside the Royal Chitwan National Park by Land rovers / canoes / elephants.
  Overnight at the Resort in Chitwan.
• Day 04:
  Early in the morning, after tea or coffee; start on an elephant ride or a jungle walk, to view the wildlife in their early repose. This is the best time of the day to see the animals as we silently brush through dewy tall elephant grass (18-20 ft. tall), a habitat for rhinos, tigers and other wild animals. Spend 2-3 hrs. in the jungle, then return to the camp for breakfast.
  Afternoon jungle activities.
  Overnight at the Resort in Chitwan.
• Day 05:
  After breakfast, transfer to the park exit point and board the waiting vehicles for the 3 hour drive to Bhairawa en-route to Lumbini, approximately 154 kms. Upon arrival, check in at the Hotel.
  PM: visit Lumbini Garden. West of the Mayadevi temple, the Indian emperor Ashoka erected a pillar to spread Buddhism and demarcate the boundaries of his empire. The Ashoka Pillar bears an inscription that authenticates Lumbini as the place where Buddha was born.
  Overnight at the hotel in Lumbini.
• Day 06:
  After breakfast, receive the pack lunch and proceed for the sightseeing to Kapilvastu, located some 27 kms away.
  Overnight at the hotel in Lumbini.
• Day 07:
  After breakfast transfer to the airport for the flight to Kathmandu (45 minutes). Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel for a short rest.
  Afternoon visit Patan city that includes Durbar square, Krishna Mandir and Hiranya Verna Mahavihar.
  Eve: A special farewell dinner at a local restaurant.
  Overnight at the hotel in Kathmandu.
• Day 08:
  Transfer to airport for final departure.