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Trip Overview
You have numbers of opportunity and option to explore this beautiful country Nepal. It would be a serious oversight for any travelers to Nepal to neglect visiting at least some of the fascinating and beautiful places of interest. For those who cannot withstand the rigorousness of mountain climbing we have mountain flights, which fly around Mt. Everest and other summits providing a close- up of the top of the world. On a clear day, the hill resorts of Nagarkot and Dhulikhel, east of Kathmandu offer magnificent views of the entire Himalayan range.
Outline Itinerary
Detail Itinerary for Nepal Culture Tour
Day 01: Arrival day in Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264 ft)
Upon your arrival at the Tribhuvan intl. airport our representative welcomes you and assists to transfer in your hotel in Kathmandu. At the evening you'll transfer for welcome dinner in one of the typical Nepalese restaurant with the cultural & musical programs in the heart of Kathmandu and briefing about your trip and overnight at Hotel.
Day 02: Kathmandu valley sightseeing (1,300m/4,264 ft)
Kathmandu, being a historical and cultural heart of Nepal, is a popular destination for tourists, trekkers and adventure seekers. The city presents a wonderful mixture of Hinduism, Tibetan Buddhism and Western influence in the Valley. After breakfast at the hotel you will be leave for full day sightseeing tour to the world heritage sites in Kathmandu valley with English speaking city tour guide by private vehicle. You will be transfer to the pilgrimage sites of the Hindus temple Pashupatinath, one of the most important shrine of Shiva. Thousands of devotees, Saddhus (holy men/Baba) are surrounded here, and you can see the cremating system of the Hindus most of the times in the holy riverbank of Bagmati. Hundreds of monkeys are giggling with you and take a time to exploring surrounding areas. After visit Pashupatinath you will be transfer to the Bouddhanath stupa a pilgrimage centre which is the most popular and important place for Buddhist. You can explore with rounding prayer wheel and flattering colorful flag with melodious chanting noise. After your lunch at Bouddhanath visit another important place for Buddhist, Swoyambhunath stupa; also known as monkey temple covering wide range of area with highest point of Kathmandu valley and enjoy the 360 degrees of valley view. After exploring this spot you will transfer to Kathmandu Durbar Square which is the old royal palace of Kathmandu and can be seen lot of temple, Nepali traditional architectures and another attraction of this place is the Kumari (the living goddess). After finished your sightseeing trip you will be transferred to your hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 03: Kathmandu valley sightseeing - Dhulikhel
After breakfast you will be transfer to visit Patan Durbar Squire one of the old durbar square. The principal attraction of this place is fine pagoda temples and stone statuary. The Durbar Square is full of ancient places, temples and shrines, noted for their exquisite carvings. After your lunch at Patan visit another place Bhaktapur Durbar Squire. The main attraction of this place are the palace of 55 windows, Nyatapola Temple constructed as a pagoda style, Dattatraya Temple, wood Carving museum, peacock window and pottery square & then you will transfer to Dhulikhel. Dhulikhel offer magnificent & panoramic views of many Himalayan ranges including the 8,848 meters high top of the world Mt. Everest. Among many incredible beauties of Dhulikhel Sunrise & Sunset views over mountains is the best one. Overnight at hotel in Dhulikhel.
Day 04: Visit Namobuddha, Panuti villeage & Changunarayan.
After breakfast in your hotel you will drive to Namobudha monastery and on the way back visit ancient Panauti Village. Panauti is renowned for its Newari, culture and tradition, Indreshwar Mahadev Temple and the beautiful landscapes and it harbor many species of exotic birds that can be seen all around. After that you will be transfer to another heritage site to Chagunarayan. Chagunarayan is often described as the most ancient temple in the Kathmandu Valley. A fifth century stone inscription, the oldest to be discovered in Nepal. The temple now covers sixteen hundred years of Nepalese art history. The temple, built around the third century, is decorated by some of the best samples of stone, wood, and metal craft in the Valley. This is to say that "When you look upon Changu Narayan, you observe the complete cultural development of the Valley." After that you well return back to Kathmandu. Overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.
Day 05: Visit Dakshainkali, Chobar & Kirtipur
After breakfast in your hotel you will drive to Daksinkali to see the animal sacrifice at the temple of Goddess Kali. The temple of Dakshinkali is dedicated to one of the most important Hindu Goddess Kali and is one of the most popular places of worship in Kathmandu. Located 22 km from the city center on the southern rim of the Valley, where animal sacrifices are offered to the deity. On the way back, stop at Chobhar, the famous gorge, just 8 km south west of Kathmandu. The narrow gash in the hills was made by Lord Manjushree to drain out the lake which once covered the Valley. Return visit ancient Kirtipur(city of glory). Here you can view both Hindus and Buddhists temples. and then return back to Kathmandu. Overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.
Day 06: Mt. Flight
Wake up early in the Morning for Mountain flight. The one hour flight takes you within camera range of some of the heights peaks in the world, and cursing this close to the awe- inspiring massifs of rock and ice, is an out-of-this earth experience. The aircraft takes off and heads eastward and almost immediately, the peaks come into view. The first peak that appears in your horizon is the majestic Gosaithan, standing 8,013m tall. To its right, appears Dorje Lakpa (6,966m), looking like a massive figure of 8, lying prone and covered in snow. To its right is Phurbi Chyachu, which looms over the Kathmandu Valley. Afternoon free time for shopping or personal activities.
Day 07: Departure
Free till time, departure to international airport. "End of our services"
Prices
$645 per personPlease Check Our Fixed Departure Dates & Pricing for year 2010 in Departure Dates Tab
Inclusions:
- All deluxe accommodation as per itinerary in twin sharing room with breakfast
- Welcome & Farewell dinner
- All transport by private vehicles as per the itinerary
- Sightseeing tour with English speaking tour guide according to the itinerary
- All necessary monument entry fees for sightseeing as per the itinerary
- Intl. flight ticket re-confirmation
- Submit your tourist registration form to the require embassy/consulate
- All government and local taxes
- Insurance & International Airfare
- Visa fee & International Airport Departure Tax
- Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu, and Dhulikhel
- Drinks, Beverages, Tips, Personal expenses
- Any other services not mentioned in the “services Includes” section as above
All prices are in US dollars and do not include international airfare, unless otherwise noted.
Departure Dates Nepal Culture Tour
We provides a series of fixed departure trek, tour and expeditions in Nepal, Tibet, Bhutan and India. If you are single and wishing to be with a group, you can join our fixed departure schedule. If the schedule dates are not convenient for you, contact us & let us know; we are more than happy to customize our trips to suit your needs. If any individuals or group doesn’t wants to join with our other group we can operate as per your wishing way. We are ground operator of these Himalayan destinations and able to arrange your trip as per your interested date and choice.
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Useful information before joining this trip
Country information
Nepal has abundance of offers to establish it as a round the year travel destination. Based on this fact, many international tourists are indeed incorporating Nepal in their wishful travel itinerary. Nepal is known for its beautiful and dramatic scenery. Avid walkers and non-walkers alike are drawn to its mountains and foothills to view the Himalaya and the world's highest peaks. Many also discover the beauty of the forests and the enjoyment of time spent as a self-contained expedition, far from the rush of the modern world and in the delightful company of the trek crew as they tend to our needs and ensure that we are comfortable and able to enjoy the trek to the fullest. They are physically strong, sharp-witted and have an incredibly positive attitude towards a life that we would consider extremely tough. There is something about a trek in the Himalaya that draws you back time and time again. For keen walkers it is a paradise and even avowed non-walkers find that one foot just seems to follow the other, drawn by the appeal of what lies beyond. Nepal's population of around 20 million people is a blend of Hindu, Buddhism and animist religion. Nepal is a mosaic of cultures, ethnic groups and languages. It is remarkable that in a country of this size there are over 100 different ethnic groups, with at least as many languages. More than three million people live in the Kathmandu Valley, but at least ninety percent of the population lives in the rural areas of the lower and middle hills of the Himalayan Range. Nepal is predominantly a simple rural society and a trek in the foothills of the Himalaya is a strong cultural experience as we spend time with our crew and meet local village people.
Nepal has been proclaimed a "Federal Republic State" to be known as the "Democratic Republic of Nepal" On the 28th May 2008. This historic development followed the first elections held since 1999 after a ceasefire agreement between the government and the Maoists was signed in November 2006, putting an end to 10 years of instability in the Kingdom. The announcement of the abolishment of the Monarchy also brought an end to 240 years of Royal rule in the country. Today the general feeling amongst Nepalese is a positive one, and many believe that Nepal is now finally moving forward with a new identity as a democratic nation and a fresh outlook. Tour GroupIn our tour group the minimum number will be 2 persons and the maximum number will be 10 persons. For single also we organize the trip with single supplement (except some region most require minimum 2 persons), also you may join with our group in Kathmandu but make sure before you book the trip and concern more than 11 persons it doesn't mean we are not operating, we do on request. To keep the limit group size which means we can provide a best services and personal take care to our valuable clients.
Nepal VisaAll foreigners require a visa for entry into Nepal (except Indian nationals). It is your responsibility to obtain the entry visa. You can get from a Nepalese embassy overseas or on arrival in Nepal. Most people will obtain their visa on arrival to Kathmandu airport. You will need one passport photo and the following fees dependent upon the duration of the multiple entry visa:
In Nepal you will require a visa which can be obtained in advance from the Nepalese Embassy from your country or you can get on arrival at the airport in Kathmandu.Multiple entry 15 days US$ 25 or equivalent convertible currency. Multiple entry 30 days US$ 40 or equivalent convertible currency. Multiple entry 90 days US$ 100 or equivalent convertible currency.
You will require visa fee in cash (this is payable in any major currency but NOT travelers cheques) and 2 passport photos to purchase a Nepal visa on arrival at Kathmandu airport or at the Nepal entry point. If you plan to obtain your visa in your country, you can download the application form from the website at: www.immi.gov.np Please note regulations and costs do change frequently so it is advisable to check the current rules with your nearest Nepalese embassy or consulate. Peoples and CultureNepal has a population of more than 26 million people, made up of over 40 different races and tribes. The country offers such diversity that the visitor may experience any lifestyle from the Stone Age, in far west and high hills, to the jet age of Kathmandu.
The two major groups in Nepalese society are Tibeto-Burman or Mongoloids from the north and Indo-Aryans from the south. Many customs are inherited from both sides and have been developed by the influences of the land, climate and available resources. ReligionNepal biggest religion is Hinduism but equal respect is given to other religions as well. Buddhism is the second largest religion followed in Nepal; others are Tantrism, Jain, Islam and Christianity.
Climate and WeatherThe climate of Nepal is as varied as its geography. The low-lying Terai has a sub-tropical monsoonal climate. The Himalayan foothills, where most of our treks take place, are best in the cool dry season from September to May. The traditional tour/trekking season in Nepal is late September to May, March to May & Sep to Nov generally recognized as having the best weather. These are the typical months with great weather. The visibility is perfect, days are pleasantly warm, although nights can be cold, and snow is possible above 3,000 meters.
Accommodations on ToursDuring our tours in Nepal, we use deluxe accommodation to ensure a comfortable stay and relaxed environment during your tour with us. We select the hotel in Kathmandu, Pokhara, Chitwan & Lumbani based on standard of hygiene, standard of service, location, food standards and cost. All the accommodation we providing you on the trip is very much deluxe, best available in town so without any doubt, you would have relax and comfortable overnight during the tours.
MealsOur entire tours are based on bed with breakfast so we would only provide breakfast from the hotel you would overnight at every place. So Lunch & Dinner is your extra expenses. Every place we visit/ overnight has typical Nepalese and modern tourist restaurant for the best and hygienic food. You can have a wide range of food available (Nepali food, Chinese, continental, Indian, Italian, Mexican, American etc) so you can easily pick up your own taste food during the tour.
Travel InsuranceTo be adequately protected in terms of insurance, you will need specialist travel insurance for participation in the hazardous activities. A travel insurance policy that covers cancellation, injury, death, lost baggage, theft, liability, medical treatment and expenses is strongly recommended. Make sure the insurance covers all the activities that you will be undertaking during your stay in Nepal such as trekking and climbing. If a client becomes ill, all hospital expenses, doctors' fees and repatriation costs are the client's responsibility.
Vaccination for NepalVaccination is most important while travelling as to prevent you from the possible diseases. For traveling to Nepal; we recommend you to take a vaccination of Polio, Tetanus, Typhoid, Hepatitis A etc. However it is not really a must to have but it is recommended. You should check up with your doctor prior to the departure to your trip. Your doctor will have access to the most up to date information on the required vaccinations for the country you will be visiting.
Clothing and EquipmentCorrect Clothing & Equipments are essential for a safe for traveling to Nepal. You can bring climate based seasonal clothing and equipment for our Nepal tour. Experienced trekkers will often take only a selection of these items based on what has worked in the past. Please find the equipment list below for your personal use during your travel with us.
Foot wear: Walking boots, Wool and liner socks, sandals Clothing: Waterproof jacket and trousers, Trekking trousers, Long sleeve shirts, Warm fleece jacket, Sleeveless or body warmer type fleece Hand wear: Fleece gloves( Optional) Head wear: Wool or fleece hat (optional), Sun hat, Scarf, Head torch and extra batteries, Sunglasses. Personal Equipment: Sleeping bag (optional), day pack large enough to carry water bottles, camera, lunch and extra clothing, Sunscreen and lip salve with a high SPF, Insect repellent, Books, iPod and cards etc, Camera with spare batteries and memory cards Personal first aid kit: Any personal medications Our Tour Leaders and StaffsNepal Vision is a well stabilized trekking company and we employed professional tour leader (who are based on English speaking and few are multi-lingual's) who are working with us since 1992 and some are trainers. Most of our field staffs are from the local area covering from eastern to western Himalayan ranges, which support the local people directly. They have good health fitness as well as well experience with good knowledge of team leading in this area. We also provide the training to our staff increasing their work efficiency and some of have already trained. Please find the training list below, which we provide to our fellow tour staffs
˘ Intensive Wilderness First Aid - KEEP (Kathmandu Environmental Educational Project)
˘ Tour Guide Training - Nepal Government's Ministry of Tourism & Civil
Aviation department of Hotel Management & Tourism Training Centre of Nepal.
˘ Eco Trekking Workshop & Adventure Meet - TAAN (Trekking Agents Association
of Nepal)
˘ English Language - KEEP
˘ Conservation & Biodiversity - KEEP
˘ Rock & Ice Climbing & Mountaineering (optional) - Nepal Mountaineering Association
Environmental Concerns
We are highly sensible to protect our natural environment and participating with many environmental clean up campaigns. Our responsible tourism carries good message to the locals and we insists and train them do's and don't, how to keep good environment etc. Besides this tourism industry has an obligation to protect and preserve the natural environment for future generations as well.
To find out more about the clean-up campaigns and environmental awareness events, we've run with KEEP, please click here for more information. Our ExperienceNepal vision trek has been stabilized in 1992 with Govt. registered company based in Kathmandu, Nepal and we are working in adventure travel in the Himalaya of Nepal, Tibet, Bhutan and India carries long experience and built up own history in tourism. Our long experience in adventure travel, we are even more dedicated to fulfil our clients' requirement and always sincere with clients gratification. We are also delighted to say that many of our clients return again and again to travel with us and many of our new clients are through recommendations and word of mouth from happy and satisfied clients who have previously traveled with us.
How to BookWhile you have chosen your trip, contact our head office by mail or phone to check the availability dates, groups or any remaining question you may have. We are happy to help and reply responsively as soon as possible. We'll hold your booking with us before your final decision.
Please read properly our trip booking terms & conditions before your booking and fill up the booking form (download from our website) along with the appropriate deposit of 20 % per person in advance and payment made through the bank transfer or submit your credit card (visa/master card) details with booking form. When you choose the method of advance payment in an appropriate way, a signed and completed booking form will still be required for confirmation of booking. Bookings will only be confirmed once we receive a completed and signed booking form along with appropriate payment. The final balance for your booking will be on arrival in Kathmandu. We will invoicing you after your arrival for the final balance along with other final pre departure details as appropriate. Your final invoice will show the price based on the previous quote at the time of invoicing.We wish you a wonderful Himalayan adventure with us!
