Sampurna Adventure

Himalayan Village Tour

Duration
8 days
Max. Elevation
1600m
Group size
Min 1
Level
Easy
Transportation
Best Season
All The Year Round
Accomodation
Hotel
Meals
7 Breakfast, 2 Lunch, 4 Dinner
Starts at/ Ends at
kathmandu / kathmandu
Trip Route

Highlights

Overview

In this "Himalayan village tour" one could see the beautiful medieval capital of Nepal with its ancient palaces of the Malla dynasty; monuments and temples of Hindu and Buddhist religions, including its villages and the jungle, are untouched by modern civilization for centuries are unforgettable memories of the tour, it is the first step in organizing to see Nepal with Mt. Everest Himalaya for you, your family and friends.
In the beginning visit historic & cultural places such as Swoyambhunath, Kathmandu, Patan, and Bhaktapur Durbar Square, Pashupatinath temple, and Boudhanath with sacred monasteries, Sankhu, Vajra Yogini, later drive to Chitwan once the royal hunting grounds of the Rana oligarchy to witness the Bengal tiger, rhino, crocodile and so on. Then proceed to Pokhara, from Sarangkot you will see the famous Mt. Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Manaslu, etc. 

Trip Itinerary

Hotel Distance: 6 Km, Duration: 30 Min.

Arrival in the morning to Kathmandu, 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 personnel & transferred to your hotel, 

In the afternoon, visit Kathmandu Durbar square (a UNESCO World Heritage site), the most important monuments of the Nepalese capital in the open-air museum filled with the temples, courtyards and palace of the Malla Kings, who ruled over the city. The palace’s main courtyard is where the Kings of Nepal were crowned and had their coronations solemnized. Other impressive sights include a giant statue of Kal Bhairab, the God of Destruction, stunning Shiva-Parvati temples, Taleju, and the Kumari Palace, where the Kumari acknowledges their greetings from her balcony window.

Swoyambhunath Stupa with its 2,500-year history, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it is probably the most sacred ancient Buddhist pilgrimage site soaring above the city on a lofty hilltop, the fascinating, chaotic jumble of Buddhist and Hindu iconography, ancient carvings, the smell of incense and butter lamps, the mystical atmosphere is heightened by devotees who make a ritual circumambulation of the stupa, spinning the prayer wheels set into its base. This famous stupa is surrounded by typical houses of priests, Chaityas and monasteries. 

Max. altitude

1,325m

Accomodation

Hotel

Tour Distance: 16 km, Tour Duration: 6 hours

Bhaktapur, a 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 example of exquisite woodworks in the Palace of 55 windows with its golden gate, the beautiful Dattatreya, Nyatapola with Bhairab Temple and ceramics Square, 

Pashupatinath, a "UNESCO World Heritage site", the sacred Hindu Shiva temple, 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 Bagmati, considered Varanasi for Hindus, where we could witness their final rituals of cremation.

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

Max. altitude

1,325m

Accomodation

Hotel

Meals

Breakfast

Tour Distance: 180 km, Tour Duration: 6 hours

Drive to “Chitwan National Park” A World Heritage Site that 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 by refreshments & be given a briefing on the lodge & its facilities. After being given our programs of the day and the allocation of our room, start exploring Chitwan. 

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

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

Max. altitude

415m

Accomodation

Hotel / Resort

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Tour Distance: 6 km, Tour Duration: 6 hours

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 is 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 the monsoon period Canoe ride and Jeep Safari is closed from June till the end of September as the national park authorities close their entry into the jungle to prevent damage to forest track, and 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).    

Max. altitude

415m

Accomodation

Hotel / Lodge

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Tour Distance: 152 km, Tour Duration: 6 hours

After breakfast, we embark on a road trip to Pokhara (4 – 5 hrs. drive), the second largest city of Nepal located 220 km/827 Mt., west of the capital Kathmandu. It is home to Gorkha 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 to famous Mustang trekking, Mount Annapurna Circuit trail, and Jomsom – Muktinath,

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, boat ride in Phewa Lake and reach the temple of Tal Barahi temple in the island,

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

Max. altitude

827m

Accomodation

Hotel in pokhara

Meals

Breakfast, Dinner

Tour Distance: 76 km, Tour Duration: 3 hours

Early morning visit to Sarangkot (1,600 Mt.), 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 leisurely Breakfast and departure towards Bandipur (1,030 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 a 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 a prosperous trading center and a community with town-like features: substantial buildings, with their neoclassical façades and shuttered windows and streets paved with stone slate. 

Max. altitude

1600m

Accomodation

Hotel

Meals

Breakfast, Dinner

Tour Distance: 147 km, Tour Duration: 5 hours

Breakfast, drive back to Kathmandu, and visit “Patan Durbar Square” (World Heritage Site), the city of fine arts & crafts in metal, stone, and 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.


Max. altitude

1,325m

Accomodation

Hotel

Meals

Breakfast

Airport Distance: 6 Km, Duration: 30 Min.

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. 

Max. altitude

1,325m

Accomodation

No Hotel

Meals

Breakfast
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Includes

  • Meeting & Assistance on Arrival / Departure at airport / Hotel by Sampurna Adventure Representatives.
  • All suitable transfers on A/C car, van, coach & bus
  • Nonalcoholic welcome drinks on arrival at the hotel
  • Sgl / Dbl / Twin sharing room on BB at KTM 
  • Sgl / Dbl / Twin sharing room on MAP in Pokhara, Bandipur
  • In Chitwan: all jungle activities on a full board basis
  • Monument entrance fees at all places
  • English/Spanish/French/German/Italian/Chinese/
  • Russian Speaking local tour guide
  • 7-night accommodations in respective hotels or similar, 7 Breakfast, 2 Lunch, 4 Dinner
  • Bottle of mineral water during visit
  • 24 hrs assistance service
  • All presently applicable Govt. tax & service tax,

Doesn't Include

  • International Airfare & Nepal Visa Fee
  • Personal Travel insurance
  • Any meal not mentioned in the program
  • Photography fees inside the monument
  • Extra cost due to natural and political causes such as landslides, unrest, snow, strikes, etc.
  • Personal expenses of food & drinks, beverages in the meals included, laundry, telephone etc.
  • Tips to guide, driver, porterage, restaurant (costumery)
  • Any extra expenses for the transfer, hotel & other services abandoning the trip before/after scheduled.
  • Any other service not mentioned in the column service includes 

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