Glimpse of Nepal
Glimpse of Nepal
Glimpse of Nepal
8 Days Starting and ending in Kathmandu
Visiting: Kathmandu, Pokhara, Sarangkot, Lumbini, Chitawan
Tour operator:
Tour code:
ATH3377
Recommended For:
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 15
Age range:
10-75
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Vegans, Meat
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Private Available:
Request A Private Tour
Tour Overview
Glimpse of Nepal Tour is a 4 days tour in Kathmandu and surroundings as Outfitter Nepal has designed this tour package to suit those having short time.
Savor the cultural, spiritual and natural delights of Nepal. This glimpse of Nepal tour takes you to some of the most popular destinations in Nepal. You begin your tour in Kathmandu, a modern city which was once divided into three medieval cities. Experience its rich culture and heritage. The picturesque lakeside city of Pokhara will enthrall you with its spellbinding natural beauty. Enjoy boating in the serene Lake Phewa, watched over by the mighty Himalayan peaks. Visit Lumbini, the birth place of Lord Buddha, the ‘Light of Asia’. Explore the lush jungles of Chitwan National Park.
During the course of this trip Glimpse of Nepal, you will have a professional guide at your disposal, and travel on a comfortable private tourist vehicle or a coach. Transfer across cities will be either on an airplane or ground transportation (private vehicle or tourist bus). All accommodation during the tour will be at 2 or 3 star hotels and lodges available in the area. You will have ample opportunity to purchase authentic souvenirs, including carpets, handicrafts, carvings and Thankas (traditional painting) in this trip.
Highlights
- Guided city tours – Kathmandu, Pokhara & Lumbini.
- Explore UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
- Visit the sacred site where Lord Buddha was born.
- Discover the scenic wonders of Pokhara– Lake Phewa, Davis Fall, Seti Gorge etc.
- Spectacular sunrise with 360 degree view of Himalayan peaks from Sarangkot.
- Wildlife Activities in Chitwan National Park.
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrive In Kathmandu. Half-Day Guided Sightseeing Tour Around Kathmandu.
Location: Kathmandu
Accommodation: Hotel
Our airport representative will be receiving you at Tribhuvan International airport, Kathmandu. S/he will be displaying an Ace the Himalaya signboard outside the airport terminal. You will be then transferred to your respective hotel in our private tourist vehicle.
After checking into your hotel and a brief rest prepare for a half-day guided sightseeing tour of the city. You will get to visit two of the city’s World Heritage Sites: Kathmandu Durbar Square and Swoyambhunath Stupa – The Monkey Temple.
Day 2 : Drive Kathmandu – Pokhara (7 To 8 Hours) By Tourist Vehicle.
Location: Pokhara
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Transfer from Kathmandu to Pokhara (200 Kms/ 6 – 7 hours drive). Upon arrival, check in at hotel.
After an early breakfast we head to Pokhara on a tourist bus, van or a car, depending on the size of the group. it is a scenic drive filled with inspiring views of the mountains, Himalayan rivers and picturesque hill-top villages.
Day 3 : Sunrise View From Sarangkot And Sightseeing In Pokhara
Location: Sarangkot
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
A drive of 45 minutes with 25 minutes hike brings us to the view point of Sarangkot. It is the best spot in Pokhara to view the Himalayas. Get mesmerized with the magical sight of the golden sun rising over white spires of the Annapurna range, Dhaulagiri and Machhapucchre (Fishtail Peak), including views of the beautiful the Pokhara Valley and Phewa lake. It takes about 15-minute walk down and 45 minutes drive to the hotel in Pokhara. Return to hotel for breakfast.
Later in the day we visit these sites: Bindhabasini Temple, Davis Fall, Gupteshwor Cave, Phewa Lake and Barahi Temple and Seti River Gorge and Tibetan Refugee Camp.
Day 4 : Drive Pokhara – Lumbini (200 Kms / 6 Hours) By Tourist Vehicle.
Location: Lumbini
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today transfer to Lumbini from Pokhara (200 KM / 6 hours drive). Arrive at Lumbini. Upon arrival transfer to hotel.
Lumbini is the birthplace of Lord Buddha and a World Heritage Site 285 kms south-west of Kathmandu. This pilgrimage site in southwest Nepal attracts devout Buddhists from around the world, who arrive to pay homage at the Sacred Garden where the ‘Enlightened One’ was born. A famous landmark is the Ashoka Pillar raised by the great emperor Ashoka who converted to Buddhism. Today Lumbini has been enlivened by the multitude of architecturally beautiful temples, stupas and monasteries built by various international Buddhist communities.
Day 5 : Half-Day Guided Tour In Lumbini And Drive To Chitwan (4 Hours) On A Private Tourist Vehicle.
Location: Chitawan
Lumbini is hallowed ground as Shakyamuni Buddha was born here in southern Nepal more than twenty-five hundred years ago. As a sacred birthplace, it is an important pilgrimage site for Buddhists from around the globe. Many excavations have taken place here around this small town in the southern Terai plains of Nepal. Ruins of the old city are clearly visible and many artifacts were unearthed during the excavation. Shakyamuni Buddha was born a prince to the ruler of the little principality. Important landmarks are the Maya Devi temple and the Ashoka pillar. The remains of many ancient stupas and monasteries can be found in the surroundings of Lumbini. The Ashoka pillar is said to have been erected by the Indian Emperor Ashoka in 250 BC and bears an inscription confirming this as the birth place of the Buddha. A stone image of Maya Devi giving birth to Lord Buddha as she holds onto a branch is seen in the Maya Devi temple.
Later transfer from Lumbini to Chitwan; approximately 155 Kms / 4 hrs drive.
Upon arrival at Chitwan, transfer to Hotel by Jeep. On reaching resort, you would be briefed by our Guest Relations Officer. After the lunch you would be going for Village tour. Meanwhile the dinner would be ready by the time you return to the resort. Overnight at Resort.
Day 6 : Wildlife Activities In Chitwan National Park
Location: Chitawan
Accommodation: Resort
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Wake-up call followed by tea or coffee, and then proceed for canoeing/jeep safari.
A traditional dug-out canoe takes you on a silent trip down the Rapti River to view aquatic birds and the animals of the river banks. Jeep safari by land rover starts from canoeing put out point covering the distance of approximately 10km with chances of seeing rare wildlife. Later we head to the elephant breeding centre and spend sometime with the tuskers. Remaining hours before the afternoon program: take a dip in the pool or relax on your verandah.
Day 7 : Drive To Kathmandu By Tourist Vehicle (6 Hours)
Location: Kathmandu
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Today, depart Chitwan and transfer to Kathmandu; 160 Kms, 6 hours drive. Upon arrival, transfer to hotel.
After returning to Kathmandu, you have the afternoon and the evening free. Explore the city on your own. Stroll along the streets of Kathmandu for some last-minute shopping.
In the evening, we host a farewell dinner in a fine restaurant. (Your guide(s) and an office staff will accompany you).
Day 8 : Transfer To The International Airport For Your Final Departure
Location: Kathmandu
Meals Included: Breakfast
The trip concludes. Our airport representative will drop you at the international airport in Kathmandu for your flight departure from Nepal.
What's Included
-
Accommodation
Twin-sharing accommodation in a three-star hotel in Kathmandu (2 nights), Pokhara (2 nights), Lumbini (1 night) and Chitwan (2 nights).
-
Airport Transfers at Destination
2 airport transfers during arrival and departure.
-
Fully Guided
Authorised guides in each destination mentioned in the itinerary.
-
Meals – Breakfast Only
Breakfast during the stay in Kathmandu (2 nights), Pokhara (2 nights) and Lumbini (1 night).
-
Meals – Full Board
All three meals (Breakfast, lunch and dinner) in Chitwan.
-
All jungle activities inside Chitwan National Park as mentioned in the itinerary.
-
Farewell dinner in a fine restaurant on the second last day.
-
All ground transportation by private tourist vehicle.
-
The required number of ground staff during the tour like drivers and helpers.
-
Food, accommodation, salary, insurance, equipment and medicine for our field staff.
What's Not Included
-
Lunch and dinner in all places except Chitwan
-
International airfare and airport departure tax
-
Your travel insurance
-
Nepal entry visa - you can obtain a visa easily upon your arrival at the Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu (Tourist Visa with Multiple Entries for 15 days can be obtained by paying US $ 30 or equivalent foreign currency. Similarly, Tourist Visa
-
All items of personal nature like drink, laundry etc.
-
Tips for tour staff and driver. (Tipping is expected)
-
Others expenses not mentioned in the Price Includes section.
Reviews of this operator
Want a private tour?
-
Personalise your trip
Make changes to the itinerary, accommodation, or transport method
-
Travel more exclusively
Your tour guide can focus all their attention on your group
-
Travel for a special occasion
Celebrate an important event by only travelling with your friends or family
1 Select your preferred date
Saturday - Saturday
Sep 28, 2024 - Oct 05, 2024Saturday - Saturday
Oct 05, 2024 - Oct 12, 2024Saturday - Saturday
Oct 12, 2024 - Oct 19, 2024Saturday - Saturday
Oct 19, 2024 - Oct 26, 2024Book with Confidence
-
Low Deposit
Ace the Himalaya requires a minimum deposit of 30% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 20 days before departure.
-
Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of ace the himalaya charges.
Up to 20 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.