KATHMANDU & NAGARKOT

03 Nights / 04 Days | Kathmandu (2N)  + Nagarkot (1N)

Day 01 – Kathmandu

Meeting at airport upon arrival by office Peronnel. Kathmandu is the capital of Nepal and the Kathmandu Valley is the political and cultural heart of the Kingdom. The urban sprawl that makes up modern Kathmandu is in fact two cities, Patan and Kathmandu. Overnight at hotel.

Day 02 – Kathmandu

This morning you will be taken  for a visit of the Hindu culture in Nepal, Pashupatinath.  This is the place where holy saddhus pray. The Pashupatinath Temple is a famous, sacred Hindu temple dedicated to Pashupatinath and is located on the banks of the Bagmati River 5 kilometers north-east of Kathmandu Valley in the eastern city of Kathmandu the capital of Nepal. This temple is considered one of the sacred temples of Hindu faith .The temple serves as the seat of the national deity, Lord Pashupatinath. This temple complex is on UNESCO World Heritage Sites’s list Since 1979. This “extensive Hindu temple precinct” is a “sprawling collection of temples, ashrams, images and inscriptions raised over the centuries along the banks of the sacred Bagmati river”.  

We then continue to the holiest shrine for the Buddhist culture in Nepal, Bouddhanath, with its large stupa, this is the place where all devout Buddhists come for a pilgrimage. After completion of these two spots, you will be taken take you for a visit to Patan. Also known as  Lalitpur  , the city of beauty is separated from Kathmandu only by the Bagmati River and is the second largest town in the valley. Lalitpur is fragmented from other cities due to its substantive architectural ancient masterpieces. Patan’s central Durbar Square is absolutely packed with temples: Its an architectural center point with a far greater concentration of temples per sq. meter than in Kathmandu or Bhaktapur. Within  the city also lies the Tibetan refugee center, home to most of the valley’s Tibetan population.  While technically refugees, the Tibetans are some of the wealthiest people in the valley because of the carpet industry they operate.  For those looking to bring home a fine Tibetan carpet, this is the place to shop. You will then go to Swayambhunath the golden spire of the 5th-century Swayambhu stupa is adorned with a colorful fluttering of prayer flags; it crowns a hill overlooking the Kathmandu Valley and offers fantastic views over the city of Kathmandu. Swayambhunath is one of the most recognizable symbols in Nepal and the painted eyes of Buddha watch all who ascend the worn stone steps.

(The above sightseeing is for a maximum of 06 hours after the vehicle reports at the hotel) 
Later visit the Sleeping Vishnu Temple also known as the Budanilkantha Temple. 

Day 03 – Kathmandu / Nagarkot via Bhaktapur (35 KMS)

Drive to Nagarkot. Nagarkot is situated 35 kilometers, 1.5  hrs drive east of Kathmandu at an altitude of 2,175 meters. The panoramic view of the major peaks including Mt. Everest can be seen from here. This place is also famous for viewing sunrise and sunset. Overnight at hotel. 

On the way to Nagarkot at 17 kms stop for Bhaktapur. Perhaps the least changed of all the cities in the Kathmandu Valley, with a distinct medieval feel. Pottery and weaving are still traditional industries here. Architectural wonders abound, including the Palace of Fifty Five Windows, Golden Gate and the magnificent five-storied pagoda-style Nyatapola Temple.
(The above sightseeing is for a maximum of 03 hours after the vehicle reports at the hotel)

Please note that an entrance fee of INR 180 per person will be payable directly by the clients while visiting Nagarkot.

Day 04 – Nagarkot / Airport

Drive straight to the airport which is 1.5 hours drive approx to board flight for onward journey.

Package Includes      

• 02 nights accommodation in Kathmandu with Breakfast.
• 01 night accommodation in Nagarkot with Breakfast.
• 02 airport transfers by an A/c vehicle exclusively
• Sightseeing as per the itinerary in Kathmandu by an a/c vehicle exclusively
• Transportation Kathmandu / Nagarkot / Kathmandu by an A/c vehicle exclusively
• Presently applicable hotel taxes.

Vehicle Allocation:

• 2 to 3 pax Car :Tata Tigor/ Tata Zest /Similar : (only 4 Heads are allowed and the car does not have any overhead carrier )
• 4to 5 pax Adults :  Scorpio /similar
• 6 to 10 pax : “Hiace” Van  having 14 seats. ( Last 02 seats are foldable so its comfortable for 10 Pax )

Hand-phone SIM card:

Upon arrival in Kathmandu at the International Airport better known as  “Tribhuwan International Airport”. After collecting your baggage there are Two Telephone companies known as “NCell&NTC  ( Nepal Telecommunication). They have a Stall each. One Passport size photo and a copy of the passport will be required. One can purchase a Sim. Activation time is 10 mins on an average. Cost is Inr 150 per Sim which can be topped off as per requirement. It will be a 3G card. We are not in a position to take out the Sim in advance. Above is subject to change as per the Telecommunication  Regulations

Package Excludes :

• Services other than specified.
• Entrance fee at the monumental sites during the sightseeing
• Guide during the sightseeing
• Any expenses of personal nature such as drinks, laundry, telephone/fax calls.
•  Any expenses caused by reasons beyond our control such as flight delays, rescheduling or cancellations,
• Any accidents, medical evacuations, riots, strikes, etc.
• Any tips to drivers, hotel staff, any meals apart from the ones mentioned above.
• Any other tax or service charge that could be enforced during this period will be extra & need to borne by you.

Important Note :

• A valid Indian passport or an election Id is the only valid document for adults (18 yrs & above) for travel to Kathmandu by air. For children below the age of 18 years the school or college id suffices. The id should clearly reflect the traveller’s picture, school or college name, date of birth as well as the class in which the student is studying. Request that this be checked with Indian Immigration authorities at your end too. This information stands good while writing this mail. Do update yourself for any changes. This information is correct as of today and cannot be held liable just in case anyone is not allowed to board or the Govt of India changes the regulations.

• ADHAR CARD/ PAN CARD / DRIVING LICENSE IS NOT A VALID DOCUMENT TO TRAVEL TO NEPAL BY AIR 

• The New Indian notes of INR 200, 500 as well as 2000 denominations are not a valid tender currency in Nepal. Infact any denomination above INR 100 notes are not valid in Nepal. INR 100 notes and below are accepted. The maximum amount of Indian Currency one can carry is INR 25000 per person in 100 denomination and below amount.