

Highlights: Patan Dubar Square & Kathmandu Dubar Square Swoyambhunath Stupa & Boudhnath Stupa Bhaktapur Durbar Square Pashupatinath Temple & Kumari Temple
It's not just mountaineers with their hearts set on conquering Everest who fall in love with the Himalayan country of Nepal. With stunning scenery, fringed by the highest peaks on the planet, leading down to steamy jungle packed with wildlife, there's something for everyone. In addition to a distinctive ancient Hindu and Buddhist culture, Nepal has jaw-dropping mountains with spectacular scenery for walkers and trekkers. If there is a hikers' paradise, this is it, with picturesque mountain villages linked by hundreds of trails that have been used for centuries, with little change noticeable even today. Trails are dotted with intriguing temples to discover on the way. In Kathmandu, Internet cafes and swish shops and restaurants stand side by side with centuries-old temples and statue-filled courtyards, particularly in the old town, which stretches from Durbar Square to Thamel, the main hang-out for trekkers and backpackers. Many of Kathmandu's stunning temples and palaces were built during the Malla dynasty from the 13th to 18th centuries, when Kathmandu competed with the rival city-states of Patan and Bhaktapur to build more and more lavish civic monuments. The three kingdoms were finally united under the Shah dynasty in 1768.
ARRIVE TRIBHUVAN INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, KATHMANDU
Upon arrival, you will be met by our representative at the Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu and be transferred to hotel for check in.
KATHMANDU (B,L,D)
After breakfast, proceed on a tour around Kathmandu. Firstly, we will stop at Patan Dubar Square which is situated on the southern area in the heart of the city, which makes it the focus of visitor's attraction. The square is full of ancient palaces, temples and shrines which is noted for its exquisite carvings. Hunt for unique souvenir in the various shops around the square before proceeding to Kathmandu Dubar Square, the historic seat of royalty. The Dubar Square, a place with old temples and palaces is the place where Kings of Nepal were crowned and have their coronations solemnized. Visit Kasthamandup Temple - a temple rumored to be constructed from the wood of a single tree, Taleju Temple, gigantic figure of Kal Bhairav (the God of Destruction), Basantapur Palace, Kumari temple - the residence of the Living Goddess, Kumari. The temple has profusely carved wooden balconies and window screens. It was built by Jaya Prakash Malla, the last king of Malla monarchy in Kathmandu. The Kumari acknowledges their greetings from her balcony window. Potography is prohibited while the Non-Hindu visitors may enter the courtyard but may not go beyong that. Lastly before returning to the hotel, visit Swoyambhunath Stupa, one of the world's most glorious Buddhist Stupas which is said to be 2000 year old. The Stupa is located 3km west of Kathmandu City and on a hillock about 77m above the level of the Valley.
KATHMANDU (B,L,D)
After breakfast, go on a tour towards Bhaktapur Durban Square, the home of medieval art and architecture. Bhaktapur means the city of devotees and it lies about 14km east of Kathmandu. The main square of the city contains innumerable temple and other architectural showpieces like the Lion Gate, the statue of King Bhupatindra Malla, the Golden Gate, the palace windows, the Batsaka Temple and the Bell of Barking Dogs, the replica of Pashupatinath Temple and many more. After that, proceed to Pashupatinath Temple which is situated 5km east of Kathmandu on the bank of the sacred Bagmati River. The temple of Lord Shiva-Pashupatinath with two tiered golden roof and silver doors is famous for its supreb architecture. However, enterance to the temple percinct is only permitted to Hindus but, visitors can clearly see the temple and the activities performed in the temple permises from the eastern bank of the Bagmati River, where dead bodies are creameted in bank of this river. Next, visit Boudhnath Stupa that is located 8km east of Kathmandu. The colossal and ancient stupa is one of the biggest in the world and has all the seeing eyes of Lord Buddha. It is built on an octagonal based inset with prayer wheels.
DEPART KATHMANDU (B)
After having breakfast, free at own leisure until transfers to the airport for your flight back home.
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| Hotel | Category | Single | Twin | Child + Bed | Child No Bed |
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| 4* Hotel Grand or Hotel Vaishali | 1450 | 1130 | 850 | 620 | |
| 5* Hotel Everest or similar | 1730 | 1260 | 950 | 700 |
Package price per person : Valid from 18 December 2011 - 30 September 2012
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| Travel by plane | KLIA | Jet Airways |
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