Adventure Holiday Tour in Nepal

The flight into the Himalayas reveals breathtaking views of the great peaks Mt. Dorje Lakpa 6,966 m, Mt. Ganesh Himal 7,422 m, Mt. Langtang 7,227m, etc., (weather permitting) taking you right into the Himalayan capitals at Kathmandu. After immigration formality at the airport, you will be greeted and welcomed by a Sampurna Adventure personal & transferred to your hotel, 

In the afternoon, visit Kathmandu Durbar square (The World Heritage site), the most important monuments of the Nepalese capital in open air museum, the Kumari Palace (Living goddess) where the Kumari acknowledges their greetings from her balcony window, filled with the temples, courtyards & palace of the Malla Kings, who ruled over the city. The palace is known as Hanuman Dhoka, the statue of Monkey god adjoining to the palace entrance. The main courtyard of the palace is the place where Kings of Nepal were crowned and have their coronations solemnized.

Next to the palace we have gigantic figure of Kal Bhairab (the God of Destruction) and beautiful temples. 

Visit Swoyambhunath Stupa with its 2,500-year history, UNESCO World Heritage Site, an ancient religious complex mobbed by monkeys and soaring above the city on a lofty hilltop, the fascinating, chaotic jumble of Buddhist and Hindu iconography. Even the 2015 earthquake failed to topple Kathmandu's best loved temple, you could see ancient carvings everywhere and the smell of incense and butter lamps, the mystical atmosphere is heightened by devotees who make a ritual circumnavigation, spinning the prayer wheels set into its base of this famous stupa, and surrounded by beautiful typical houses of priest, Chaityas and monasteries. 

After breakfast 3 hrs. drive to Charaudi, the rafting starting point, on arrival brief information about the rafting, our rafting adventure will start at 1100 hrs., and this exciting rafting trip hitting a few class 2 or 3 rapids called "Ladies Delight" and stop for some time rest.

After rest whitewater hit a class 2 to 3 rapid called "UPSET" & SURPRISE", after 2 - 3 hrs. rafting we will stop at River Side Resort, after refreshment hot buffet lunch will serve. During free time you could relax in our private swimming pool, kayaking course, visit local farm house, fruits garden, fishing etc. in the evening about 6:30pm we will make camp fire (Subject to Weather condition) in our private river bank with some light snacks, in this relaxing period we can sing song, dance at beach or others.

Drive to “Chitwan National Park” A World Heritage Site lies in the Terai region of Southern Nepal; it is well known to be the best managed National Park in Asia. We will discover a lost world of towering Trees, twisting vines, one horned Rhinoceros, Crocodiles, Python, Deer and some of the world’s most Exotic birds. 

On arrival, will receive and greeted by resort staff, accompanied with refreshment & be given a briefing on lodge & its facilities. After being given our programs of the day and allocation of our room, start exploring around Chitwan. 

Village tour to a nearby ethnic Tharu village where we could learn more about the lifestyle of the Tharu (Inhabitant of Jungle). In the evening we could see amazing Sun set view from the bank of Rapti River.

Later we have slide presentation, one of our jungle experts will introduce background data and history of the Chitwan National Park as well as some other topics relating to wildlife.

Enjoy the full day of jungle safari to discover the nature and wildlife of Nepal.

Canoe ride along the Rapti River (Subject to water level), an excellent opportunity for Bird Watching, we could see two rare species of crocodiles; the Marsh Mugger and the fish-eating Gharial.

In the afternoon, Jeep Safari, an excellent opportunity to see different kinds of deer, rhinoceros, wild boar, monkey, leopard, sloth bear and the Royal Bengal Tiger (If we are lucky). We will also encounter many other smaller mammals that have made Chitwan their home.

(Note: Due to animal rights activists it is banned elephant-back tours in Chitwan by most resorts, instead will provide Jeep Safari. 

During monsoon period Canoe ride and Jeep Safari is closed from June till end of September as the national park authorities close its entry into the jungle to prevent damage to forest track, secure human lives from monsoon-induced disasters and felling of the trees)

In the evening Tharu cultural dance presentation by the local villagers (in which we also could participate).

After breakfast, we embark on a road trip to Pokhara (4 – 5 hrs. drive),

After breakfast, drives to Pokhara (5 hrs.), the second largest city of Nepal located 220 km/827 Mt., west of the capital Kathmandu. It is home to Gurkha soldiers. The Annapurna Range with three out of the ten highest mountains in the world — Dhaulagiri, Annapurna I and Manaslu are within approximately 15 – 35 miles of the valley. Due to its proximity to the Annapurna Mountain range in the Himalayas, the city is the gateway of famous Mustang trekking, Mount Annapurna Circuit trail and Jomsom – Muktinath,

In the afternoon take a boat ride in Phewa Lake and reach the temple of Tal Barahi temple in the island, later simply walk around the main tourist hub near Fewa Lakeside,

Early morning an hour drive to Sarangkot hilltop to view sunrise over the world’s 10th highest mountain Mt. Annapurna (8,091 Mt.) Machhapuchhre (6993 Mt.) and Dhaulagiri (8,167 Mt.) etc. (weather permitting), drive back to visit Vindhyabasini temple, back to hotel and breakfast,

Later we will visit the famous “David fall”, a beautiful waterfall, it marks the point where a stream from Phewa Lake vanishes underground through a narrow gorge into a mysterious hole in the ground, the Gupteswor Shiva Cave, one of the longest caves in Nepal and Tibetan refugee camp,

In the afternoon, enjoy the serenity of Pokhara or simply choose some optional tour of paragliding, Zip flyer, etc.

Leisurely Breakfast and departure towards Bandipur 1030 m.

Bandipur is located on a hillside between the Kathmandu – Pokhara highway in the district of Tanahu in Nepal. 

It is a well-preserved old town and its cultural environment makes it very attractive to know the customs and lifestyles of the Nepalese population. We visit the town on foot and travel along its narrow, bustling streets.

Bandipur was established as a funneling point of trade by Newar traders from Bhaktapur in the Kathmandu valley after it had been conquered in 1768 by Prithvi Narayan Shah. They took advantage of its malaria free location to develop it into an important stop along the India-Tibet trade route. With them they brought their cultural heritage and architecture which basically has remained unchanged to this day.

Originally a simple Magar village in the early 19th. Century Bandipur developed into prosperous trading center and a community with town-like features: substantial buildings, with their neoclassical façades and shuttered windows and streets paved with slate. 

Drive back to Bhaktapur, UNESCO World Heritage site & the medieval capital city, visit Bhaktapur Durbar Square, surrounded by spectacular architecture and vividly showcases the skills of the Newari artists and craftsmen over several centuries, an exemplary of exquisite woodworks in the Palace of 55 windows with its golden gate, the beautiful Dattatreya, Nyatapola with Bhairab Temple and ceramics Square, 

In the afternoon drive to Nagarkot mountain resort (2,195Mt.), it is considered one of the most scenic spots to view the majestic Himalayan ranges including Mount Everest as well as other peaks of the eastern Himalayan range (if weather permits), check in, in the afternoon walk around the Nagarkot village and view the sunset with glowing Himalaya, (weather permitting), Its scenic beauty of the place makes it a very popular hiking route. 

Early morning wakeup call to view the sunrise over Himalaya, you will have 360* panoramic view of majestic Himalayan ranges, (weather permitting), 

Visit the Patan Durbar Square (World Heritage Site), the city of fine arts & craft in metal, stone, terracotta, officially known as Lalitpur Metropolitan City, it is one of the largest cities of Nepal, it is famous for its rich cultural heritage, where you will see in its ancient palace with golden gate and window, temples of Krishna, Shiva, Golden temple (Hiranya Barna Mahabihar) as well as some monasteries & beautiful courtyard.

Pashupatinath, "UNESCO World Heritage site", the sacred Hindu Shiva temple, it serves as the seat of the national deity, this "extensive Hindu temple ground" offers an "extensive collection of temples, ashrams, sculptures” etc. for centuries along the banks of the sacred river Bagamati, considered Varanasi for Hindus, where we could witness their final rituals of cremation.

Boudhanath, "UNESCO World Heritage site", its massive mandala makes it one of the largest spherical Stupa in the world, where many Tibetan refugees residing since 1960, in its premises have built more than 50 Buddhist monasteries. The Stupa is said to have buried the remains of Kassyapa Buddha. 

Leisurely breakfast, In the morning free for personal activities, we can explore the narrow lively, and endless streets of Thamel town where we will find all kinds of good restaurants, typical Nepali handicrafts, fine jewelry, clothing, and trekking gear store, later at the arranged time transfer to the airport for final departure to connect onward flight. We wish you a safe flight and hope to serve you back in near future. End of Service.