Tour Plan
Embark on Kathmandu Lhasa Tour and explore the different facets of Kathmandu in the outskirts of the city along with the charming architectural heritages and monasteries of Lhasa with scenic beauty. Kathmandu Lhasa Tour gives you an insight into the rich culture and ancient history of Lhasa. Lhasa is also known as ‘Sunlight City’ and it is regarded as the heart and the soul of the Tibet.
Duration | 05 Nights / 06 Days |
Destination Covered | Kathmandu – Pokhara – Sarankot – Nagarkot – Budhhanilkantha |
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Itinerary
Arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport. Sightseeing of Boudhanath Stupa, Pasupatinath temple. Boudhanath Stupa is the largest stupa in Kathmandu Valley at about 131ft (40m) high, and one of the largest and most important Buddhist stupa's in the world. The all-seeing red, white and blue eyes of Buddha are painted on all four sides of the stupa, similar to Swayambhunath, and surrounded by hundreds of fluttering prayer flags, prayer wheels and small images of Buddha. Pashupatinath Temple is one of the most significant Hindu's temples of Lord Shiva in the world, located on the banks of the Bagmati River. It is in the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Non-Hindu visitors are allowed to have a look at the temple from the other bank of Bagmati river. Overnight at Kathmandu.
In the morning drive to Pokhara. Pokhara is a remarkable place of natural beauty. Situated at an altitude of 827m from the sea level and 200km west of Kathmandu u valley, the city is known as a center of adventure. The enchanting city with a population of around 95,000 has several beautiful lakes and offers stunning panaromic views of Himalayan peaks. The serenity of lakes and the magnificence of the Himalayas rising behind them create an ambience of peace and magic. So today the city has not only become the starting point for most popular trekking and rafting destinations but also a place to relax and enjoy the beauty of nature. Evening Boating in Phewa Lake(around 1 hour). Overnight at Pokhara Hotel.
Morning drive to Sarankot for sunrise and sightseeing in Pokhara: Sarangkot is spot renown for seeing the sunrise over the Himalayas. Situated at an elevation of about 1700 meters (5,576ft),is very popular for mountain scenery. Here you can see panoramic views of Annapurna (8091m/ 26,545ft), Manasalu (8165m/ 26,781ft), Ganesh Himal (7446m/ 24,422ft), Dhaulagiri (8167m/ 26,795ft), Machhapuchare (the sacred mountain) and 25 other mountains over 6000 meters (19,680ft) high. This area also offers you views of the Pokhara Valley with all its natural beauty. Sightseeing of Pokhara. Devi's Fall Locally known as Patale Chhango (Hell's Fall), Devi's fall (also known as Devin's or David's) is an awesome waterfall lying about 2 km south-west of Pokhara airport.
After breakfast drive back to Nagarkot, located 32 kilometers east of Kathmandu, is one of the most scenic spots in Bhaktapur district and is renowned for its spectacular sunrise view of the Himalaya when the weather is clear. Visitors often travel to Nagarkot from Kathmandu to spend the night so that they can be there for the breathtaking sunrise. Nagarkot has become famous as one of the best spots to view Mount Everest as well as other snow-topped peaks of the Himalayan range of eastern Nepal. It also offers an excellent view of the Indrawati river valley to the east. With an elevation of 2,195 meters, Nagarkot also offers a panoramic view of the Valley and is described by visitors as a place whose beauty endures year round. Overnight at Nagarkot.
Morning sunrise from Nagarkot and sightseeing Swoyembhunath,Patan Durbar : Morning enjoy the sunrise From Nagarkot one can see Annapurna (8091m/ 26,545ft), Manasalu (8165m/ 26,781ft), Ganesh Himal (7446m/ 24,422ft) and Lantang lirung (7245m/ 23,763ft), Mt Shisa Pangma( 8013m) Mt Gaurishankar (7145m) and many more mountains Swoyembhunath: 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 those who ascend the worn stone steps. It is a World Heritage Site and one of the holiest Buddhist sites in Nepal.
Morning Budhhanilkantha darshan and departure Patan Durbar Square, like its counterpart in Kathmandu, is an enchantiang mélange of palace buildings, artistic courtyards and graceful pagoda temples. Listed as a World Heritage Site, the former royal palace complex is the center of Patan's religious and s ocial life, and houses a museum containing an array of bronze statues and religious objects. One remarkable monument here is a 17th century temple dedicated to the Hindu God Krishna – Krishna Mandir built entirely of stone with rare stone carvings on its walls depicting the epic wars from Ramayana and Mahabharata. UNESCO has declared Patan Durbar Square a World Heritage Site. Departure from Nepal. End of Services