Colors of the Himalayas

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (D)

Upon arrival at the airport in Kathmandu, you are met by High Asia representative and transferred to your hotel. After some rest, you will take a short tour of Kathmandu’s Durbar Square -the old Royal Palace Complex where among many others; you will visit the Temple of Kumari -the Living Goddess of Nepal and the legendary Kasthamandap Temple-fabled to have been built out of a single tree trunk! In the evening, our representative will invite you to a dinner in a typical Nepali Restaurant with folk dance performances.

Deluxe Class: Soaltee Crowne Plaza or Hyatt Regency*****

Standard Class: Shanker or Manaslu Hotel***

Day 02: At Kathmandu (B)

Today we explore the ancient and medieval Hindu Temples, Buddhist Stupas and monasteries, palaces, monuments and shrines of Kathmandu Valley. The monuments include Pashupatinath Temple-the holiest Hindu Temple of Nepal, situated on the bank of Sacred Bagmati River; the Boudhanath Stupa-the largest of this type and a must visit place for all Buddhists in their lifetime; Bhaktapur-the best preserved medieval Malla Principality where you can see the intricate wood and stone works in the temples and monasteries; and Patan-the third medieval Malla Principality, renowned as the City of Arts and Crafts. The sightseeing tour concludes in the late afternoon and we drive back to your hotel.

Deluxe Class: Soaltee Crowne Plaza or Hyatt Regency*****

Standard Class: Shanker or Manaslu Hotel***

Day 03: To Chitwan National Park (B/L/D)

After breakfast, we take a 30 minute flight to Chitwan National Park, about 100 miles south-west in Terai belt. Upon arrival at Bharatpur airport, you are transferred to your jungle lodge. After refreshment you will go for a short excursion to the village of Tharu ethnics. In the evening, there will be slide show on flora and fauna of the park. Rhino Residency Resort

Day 04: Jungle Safari Rides in  Chitwan National Park (B/L/D) 

After an early breakfast, we go for a river tour in a traditional dugout canoe. We will get the chance to spot the various aquatic life of the river including Gharial crocodiles. The canoe trip lasts half an hour to 40 minutes and you will be picked up by jeep or experience a more primitive transport-an oxen cart ride back to the resort. After lunch, we will embark on an elephant and explore the wildlife. The commonly sighted animals are one horned Asian Rhino, sloth Beer, Wild boar, Leopard, deer etc. If our luck favors us, wemay see The Royal Bengal Tiger-the Emperor of the forest. In the evening, you will be entertained by a unique Stick Dance performed by Tharu men.

Rhino Residency Resort

Day 05: Chitwan -Pokhara (B)

Before breakfast, you will go for a short bird watching tour and then drive to Pokhara, following the banks of the Narayani River, passing thourghMungling and then Marsyangdi and Setigandaki onwards. Pokhara is a beautiful glacial valley in the western Nepal the beautiful glacial valley nestled in the laps of the Annapurnas and Mt. Fishtail, where we will explore caves, waterfalls and gorges. It is a testimony to the wonderful nature of geography. In Pokhara, in the afternoon we will walk along the banks of Phewa lakes.

Deluxe: Shangri La Village or Fishtail Lodge

First Class: Barahi Hotel or Fewa Prince.

Day 06: At Pokhara

Morning, excursion to Sarangkot.Afternoon, boating in Fewa Lake.Sarangkot (1,592m),is the most popular destination in the surroundings of Pokhara.  It lies 5 km west of the old bazaar. Sarangkot is famous for the sunrise view and offers the spectacular views of Annapurnas, Dhaulagiri ,Hiunchuli and other majestic peaks of the Himalayas . On the way back, we will stop in at the Bindhyabasini Temple -the center of religious activities of Pokhara and later visit Davis Fall, Gupteshwar Cave, Tibetan Village,and Seti Gorges. In the afternoon, we will enjoy a boat ride onFewa Lake.

Deluxe Class: Fulbari Resort or Shangri La Village Resort

Standard Class: Fewa Prince or Barahi Hotel

Day 07: Flight to Jomsom(B/L/D)

We will take an early morning flight to Jomsom. Upon arrival at the airport, we will be transferred to Jomsom Mountain Resort by a tractor (The only motor engine carriage in the whole district!). Jomsom area is not only the most popular trekking destination in Nepal but also the gateway to Upper Mustang - "Kingdom" within the Hindu Kingdom of Nepal. Check in to the hotel and after some rest, we will take a two hour walk-trek to DhumbaLakewhich lies 5.5 km from Jomsom. This is a sacred Turquoise lake nestled in the lap of Mt. Nilgiri. Legend says this lake water turned red on its own and it was only after performing a long and devoted religious ceremony, the lake water slowly began to return to its natural turquoise color. This lake today attracts people from the surrounding areas in all their finery and bright colors in all shapes, sizes and ages. They throng to this lake for prayers so that a similar change for betterment may occur in their life.

Hotel: Jomsom Mountain Resort

Day 08: At Jomsom (B/L/D)

Walking Tour of Marpha Village (2650m). After breakfast, we will take a two hour walk-trek to Marpha Village. we will collect our lunch pack before we leave. Marpha is huddled behind a ridge for protection from the wind and dust. This large Thakali village exhibits the typical ThakKhola architecture of flat roofs and narrow paved alleys and passageways. The low rainfall in this region makes these flat roofs practical; they also serve as a drying place for grains and vegetables. In Marpha, an extensive drainage system flows under the flagstone-paved street of this clean and pleasant village. There is a library (open from 5 to 7 p.m.).Impressive 'kanis' gateways mark both ends of town. Marpha's large, impressive gompa (monastery) was renovated and enlarged in 1996. An efficient system allows you to deposit your rucksack in a storage room before climbing the steps to visit. This is a Nyingmapa Buddhist gompa; as in Tengpoche, the Mani Rimdu festival is celebrated in the autumn here. The gompa, as are all the buildings in Marpha, is painted with a whitewash that is produced from a special local stone. It is a wonderful and unique spot in this region.

Hotel: Jomsom Mountain Resort

Day 09: Flight to Pokhara/Kathmandu. (B/D)

Early morning, we board the Pokhara bound flight and catch the connection to Kathmandu . Upon arrival, transfer to hotel. The remainder of the day is free for leisure or shopping. Dinner at the hotel.

Deluxe Class: Soaltee Crowne Plaza or Hyatt Regency*****

Standard Class: Shanker or Manaslu Hotel***

Day 10: At Kathmandu(B)

A reserve day in Kathmandu. Pursue your own interests today.

After breakfast, transfer to airport for your homebound flight.

Day 11: Departure.

Transfer to airport in time for your flight to your next destination