FLAVOUR OF NEPAL Ex. Gorakhpur

Arrival at Gorakhpur, transfer to Lumbini via Sounali and Bhairahawa by our private vehicle, check-in at the hotel. Then, we start Lumbini Sightseeing, including Ashok Pillar, Maya Devi Temple, Peace Stupa & Some Monasteries, etc. Back to hotel & Night stay. Destinations we cover: Lumbini Lumbini is located in the south-central Terai of Nepal, situated in the foothills of the Himalayas. For millions of Buddhists worldwide, it evokes a kind of holy sentiment akin to the significance of Jerusalem to Christians and Mecca to Muslims. UNESCO granted Lumbini World Heritage status in 1997. Lumbini is where Lord Buddha - the apostle of peace and the Light of Asia - was born in 563 B.C. We can see the beautiful monasteries and temples built by the different countries. It is also the best place to study Buddhist history, art, and architecture. Maya Devi Temple, Ashoka Pillar, etc., are the significant attractions in Lumbini among pilgrims and archaeologists. Meals: Dinner Only Overnight at a hotel in Lumbini.

Breakfast & scenic drive to Pokhara via Palpa. Transfer to Pre-booked Hotel. In the evening, enjoy walking around the lakeside area & market. Meals: Breakfast & Dinner Only Overnight at hotel in Pokhara.

Early in the morning, about 45 minutes drive and 25 minutes hike takes us to the top of Sarangkot to see the best sunrise and close views of many mountains like the Annapurna range, Dhaulagiri, Mt. Machhaphuchre, including views of the beautiful Pokhara Valley and Phewa Lake. After breakfast at Sarangkot, drive back to the hotel in Pokhara, and the rest of the day is sightseeing & visiting around Pokhara. Destinations we cover: Phewa Lake and Barahi Temple Situated at 800m above sea level, it is the second-largest lake in the kingdom. The Barahi Island Temple in the middle of the lake is the most important religious monument in Pokhara. Built almost in the middle of Phewa Lake, this two-storied pagoda is dedicated to the female force Shakti. The reflection of Mt. Machhapuchhare and Annapurna can be seen in its serene water. Thick forest lies on the adjoining southern slopes of the lake. Devi's fall Locally known as Patale Chango and on the southern flank of the Pokhara valley, the stream flowing from Fewa Lake collapses and surges down the rock into a deep gorge, leaping through several potholes. This is hugely popular with tourists and locals alike. Gupteswar Cave The revered Gupteswar Cave is situated 2 km from Pokhara airport. The entrance is right across from Devi's fall, and the cave is almost 3 km long. It has some big hall-sized rooms and some passages where you have to crawl on all fours. This cave holds special value for Hindus since a phallic symbol of Lord Shiva is preserved here in the condition it was discovered. Bindebasini Temple This is one of the oldest temples in Pokhara. It was a part of the Kaski Kingdom. The main deity of the temple, Goddess Durga, was brought from India. Apart from the peace and tranquility that can be felt in this region, the temple premises offer a good view of the Himalayas on a clear day. The temple is in the area of the bazaar; hence a journey to the old bazaar can be combined with a visit to the temple. International Mountain Museum IMM records, documents, and exhibits the past and present developments related to mountains and mountaineering worldwide. The museum contains three main exhibition halls: Hall of Great Himalayas, Hall of Fame, and Hall of World Mountains. In addition, it displays the lifestyles and history of the Gurungs, Thakalis, Tharu, and others. Meals: Breakfast & Dinner Only I Overnight stay at hotel in Pokhara Optional Tour : Mountain Flight / Paragliding / Bunzy / Zip-Flyer / Heli Tour Nepal

After breakfast, we check out of the hotel and proceed on a scenic drive to Pokhara. En route, enjoy a cable car ride to Manakamana Temple. Finally, arrive at Pokhara and check-in at the Hotel. Meals: Breakfast & Dinner Only I Overnight at hotel in Kathmandu. Optional Tour: Visit Manakamana Temple by Cable Car

After having breakfast start a full day sightseeing in Kathmandu valley. Destinations we cover : Kathmandu Durbar Square This complex of palaces, courtyards, and temples, built between the 12th and 18th centuries, used to be the seat of the ancient Malla kings of Kathmandu. An intriguing piece here is the 17th- century stone inscription set into the palace wall with writings in 15 languages. The Durbar Square is the social, religious, and urban focal point of the city. There are also three museums inside the palace building. Swoyambhunath Stupa/Monkey temple ( 2000 years old Buddhist Stupa) A golden spire crowning a conical wooded hill, Swayambhunath Stupa is the most ancient and enigmatic of all the holy shrines in Kathmandu valley. Its lofty white dome and glittering golden spire are visible for many miles and from all sides of the valley built during the 5th century AD. Pashupatinath Temple (World Heritage Site) Pashupatinath is one of the most sacred Hindu shrines globally and lies 5 km east of the city center. The richly ornamented pagoda houses the sacred Linga, or phallic symbol, of Lord Shiva. Chronicles indicate the temple's existence before 400 AD. Devotees can be seen taking ritual dips in the holy Bagmati River flowing beside the temple. Bouddhanath Stupa (the Buddhist largest stupa in the world) Bouddhanath stupa is another must-visit place in Kathmandu valley enlisted in world heritage sites in 1979Ad by UNESCO. This colossal Stupa is known by Boudhanath, the God of wisdom. This Bauddha stupa was built just after the demise of Lord Buddha and is the largest single Chhorten in the World. Meals: Breakfast & Dinner Only I Overnight stay at a hotel in Kathmandu. Optional Tour: Everest Flight

Wake up early in the morning from bed to see a beautiful sunrise view from the rooftop of your hotel. Breakfast & drive to Chitwan. Transfer to hotel. Chitwan National Park is widely acknowledged as one of the best national parks in Asia, it lies in the Terai region of southern Nepal. During your stay in Chitwan National Park, you will get a chance to experience amazing wildlife. Canoe Trip: You can enjoy having a canoe trip either in the Rapti River or in the Budhi Rapti River, which is also the border of the National Park. You can see two types of crocodiles, the Gharial and Mugger basking on the river bank. In addition, you can do elephant safari, birds watching, jungle safari, culture program, elephant bathing, and crocodile walk. Meals: Full Board (B, L & D) I Overnight at hotel or resort in Chitwan.

End of your Scenic Tour of Nepal. After breakfast, drive to Gorakhpur & drop at the train station for your onward journey with "sweet memories" of Nepal. Meals: Breakfast Only Tour ends... Sweet memories remain!