Highlights
Tourcode: NP6NLI
PACKAGE INCLUSIONS:
·
Return
economy airfare by Singapore Airlines
·
Return
airport Transfer based on private car/ Coach
·
100%
Meals as per program indicated
·
5-night
stay at local 4/5-star accommodation with daily breakfast
PACKAGE EXCLUSIONS:
-
Visa fee, if
required, All personal expenses
- Compulsory tipping USD $5/ per passenger per day for tour guide cum driver(payable in Nepal)
Meal On Board
Assemble at Singapore Changi
Airport for your flight to Kathmandu –
the capital of Nepal. Upon arrival,
proceed to hotel.
Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
After breakfast, take a leisure drive to Pokhara, where its unparalleled beauty will definitely enrapture
you with its charm. Upon arrival, enjoy free at leisure time or you may wish to
explore Phewa Lake, the second largest lake in Nepal, on your own
Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Set off early to Sarangkot to
witness the sunrise, alongside a
magnificent view of the Pokhara Valley and a panoramic sweep of Himalayan peaks. Watch in wonder as the sun picks out peaks, transforming them from a
purple-pink to a celestial gold. Return to your hotel for breakfast before
embarking on a half-day sightseeing tour of Pokhara Valley, also known as ‘the Jewel of the Himalayas’. During
the tour, you will explore Davis Fall,
where its water falls directly into a deep and narrow canal with no ends; and
the nearby Mahendra Cave, a rare
example of a cave system in Nepal containing stalactites and stalagmites. Next,
enjoy a boat ride on the gem-like Phewa
Lake. End your day with a visit to Lakeside, where you can chill out at a
bar or café overlooking Phewa Lake, leisurely shop without any raucous hard
sell, stroll the quiet road whilst enjoying the music from stores
Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
This morning, make your way back to Kathmandu.
Upon arrival, proceed to Swayambhunath
Stupa, also known as the Monkey Temple. It is one of the crowning glories
of Kathmandu Valley architecture; this perfectly proportioned monument rises
through a whitewashed dome to a gilded spire. Meanwhile, the base of the
central stupa is ringed by prayer wheels embossed with a scared mantra.
Embossed with a similar mantra are thousands of prayer flags, which flutter
around the stupa. Wrap up the day with shopping at the streets of Thamel, a labyrinth of alleys and
streets filled with bars, cafes, restaurants, and souvenir stores.
Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
After breakfast, visit Patan Durbar Square complex which is perhaps the most photographed
of the three Durbar Squares. Located in the heart of Patan city, this was once
the palace of the Kings of Patan. The square is a display of Newari
architecture that had reached its pinnacle during the reign of Malla kings who
were great builders and patrons of the arts. Next, proceed to Pashupatinath Temple which is regarded
as the most sacred temple of Hindu Lord Shiva in the world. Thousands of
pilgrims from all over the world come to pay homage to this temple which is
also known as ‘The Temple of Living Beings”. Continue to Great Stupa of Boudhanath: a vast dome-shaped monument that
represents the Mind of Buddha. It is also one of the UNESCO World Heritage
Sites and the primary pilgrimage destination for Tantric Buddhists of the
Himalayas, drawing Tibetan Buddhists from all over the planet. The history of
the stupa, which begins from its origins in the fifth century to the present
day, is also presented here for the first time. Thereafter, visit a local Thangka painting studio to learn the
art of Thangka making and have the opportunity to create your own Thangka style
painting. End of the day, discover the “Singing
Bowl Therapy” that has garnered the interest of travelers around in the
world. It is a unique form of treatment that you can enjoy in order to relieve
yourself of travel stress and to rejuvenate in Kathmandu. Next, visit a local school to
have a special interaction with the kids
to make your day more meaningful. Wrap up the day and experience the colourful
tourist hub of Kathmandu like a local with a Rikshaw ride and spend your time shopping at Thamel Street, a renowned shopping area, where you can purchase a
variety of goods including handicrafts, pashmina, garments and accessories at
your own expense
Breakfast/Meal on Board
After breakfast, enjoy your
free time at leisure before your transfer to the airport for your flight home.
Note
Travellers need to do their own
check-in at Kathmandu airport as tour guides are not allowed to enter the
airport due to local regulations.
NOTE: Prices exclude airport taxes & surcharges. All hotel & seats reservations are subject to availability. Any increase in room rates arising from the events and conventions shall be borne by customers.