Nepal Sunrise Tour

Nepal Sunrise Tour

Detailed Itinerary 

Day 01: Arrival Kathmandu (1400m)
After you arrive in Kathmandu, you will be welcomed by our representative at the airport and then you will be transferred to the hotel. You will be briefly described about your tour and check in to the Hotel. Rest of the day is all yours and overnight at hotel.

Day 02: Kathmandu sightseeing Tour - Boudhanath, Pashupatinath, Bhaktapur City – Nagarkot
Today you will go for sightseeing around the cultural heritage enlisted in UNESCO World Heritage List.

Boudhanath:
The largest ancient Buddhist Stupa in Nepal as well as in South Asia is situated in the east region Kathmandu of the valley. It was constructed by the Lichchhavi King Man Dev in the 4th century A.D. is the religious centre for Nepal's large population of Tibetan exiles, and the streets here around the Stupa are full of maroon-robed monks. This is one of the few places in the world where Tibetan culture is available, lively and unfettered.

Pashupatinath:
Nepal's most significant Hindu temple lies on the shore of the holy Bagmati River, on the eastern periphery of Kathmandu. Pashupatinath is also the central Shiva temple that draws disciples and Sadhus from different parts of Nepal as well as India. The temple lies 5 km. east of the Kathmandu on the shore of the sacred River, Bagmati where dead body is cremated according to Hindu rituals.

Bhaktapur City:
Bhaktapur is also known as Bhadgaon means ‘City of Rice' or Khwopa which means City of Devotee in Newari. It is located situated in the east region of Kathmandu valley which keeps hold of much of its attractiveness in the form of metaphorical woodcarvings, legendary Golden Gate, large and beautiful Durbar Square, pottery square, 55windows palace, Bhairavnath, Nyatapola, and Dattatreya Temples and more. In the afternoon, you will drive to Nagarkot, where u can have the arresting sunset view. Overnight at Resort.

Day 03: Nagarkot Sightseeing Tour - Patan, Swayambhunath, Kathmandu Durbar square
Early in the morning attractive sunrise sight and peak ranges can be observed from the Hotel including famous world highest mountain – Mount Everest. After breakfast, you drive to Kathmandu for seeing the sights listed in UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Patan City:
The Patan Durbar Square has been highly praised as one of the richest city for art and architecture in Nepal. Most of the shrines seen today were constructed between the 16th to 18th centuries. It is recognized as the hub of sculpture and for the excellent craft of the artist.

Swayambhunath:
The large Buddhist temple of Swayambhunath on the peak of a hill lying west to Kathmandu, Swayambhunath is one of the most popular places to visit. The temple is recognized as the 'Monkey Temple'. According to myths, the Kathmandu Valley was some time ago a lake and the hill where Swayambhunath sets was cropped up naturally (Swayambhunath), similar to a lotus leaf blossomed from the filthy waters of the lake. From the hilltop at Swayambhunath you will see views of Kathmandu valley.

Kathmandu Durbar square:
Kathmandu Durbar Square is one of the famous places which embrace wonderful architecture and arty adornment. The beautiful palaces including Hanuman Dhoka Palace, well-known Kasthamandap Temple, and many other temples, constructed in between 1200 to 1768 A.D. Also, you can visit the Living Goddess, Kumari.


Day 04: Departure
Our airport representative will take you to the airport for your way back your country.

Trip Duration: 3 Nights/ 4 Days
Country: Nepal (Kathmandu)
Trip Start from: Kathmandu
Trip Ends at: Kathmandu
Trip Grade: very easy
Minimum Group Size: 1 Person & above
Activities: Historical, Cultural and religious Tour
Meals during Trip: Breakfast in City & all meals during Trekking
Accommodation during Trip: Hotels, Guest House
Mode of Transportation: Private Comfortable Car/van/Hiace/tourist bus
Best Travel season: Throughout the year

Clothing and equipments

Certain basic trekking equipment is essential on all routes we described in this site. Depending on the area and season, we will provide you with a comprehensive list of necessities. Here is some recommended Equipments List for trekking in Nepal.

Clothing

1. Boots

Lightweight walking boots. If new one is being bought, “walk then in” to avoid blisters. Also bring spare laces.

2. Track shoes

A pair of track shoes. To wear in the camp at night or when the boot is wet.

3. Jacket

Warm jacket. Fiber fills or down should be adequate. This is especially necessary during winter from December to February. A rainproof jacket with hood or a poncho. Get the one that is guaranteed waterproof.

4. Shirt and Sweaters

Woolen shirts and thick sweaters. During winter months, December through February these items are essential. Thick sweaters can be purchased in Kathmandu. 1 lightweight long sleeved -shirt is particularly suitable for avoiding sun burn.

5. Trousers

A pair of lightweight/ heavy weight trousers. Jeans are unsuitable to wear on treks. Cheap loose cotton pants are available in Kathmandu. Heavyweight trousers are useful higher up in the mountains in the morning and at night. Windproof/ waterproof trousers are necessary on all treks going above 10.00ft.

6. Underwear

Thermal underwear. These are excellent to sleep in at night in the winter months thermal underwear are quite invaluable.

7. Tracksuit

A tracksuit useful for wearing in camp and in the tent. 2 pair of loose fitting long shorts/ skirts.

8. Sleeping Bag

As you do not carry it yourself this may be synthetic or down, but it must be 4 season. As most treks pass through a variety of climatic conditions, a long zip is a good idea. A cotton/fleece liner helps keep your sleeping bag clean. Good sleeping bags are expensive but can be rented easily in Kathmandu (Only for treks starting and finishing there)

9. Sun Hat, SunCream/Block & Lip Salve

Choose a high factor suncream (Factor 20 or stronger) to protect your skin against the sun at high altitude. A combination sunblock/lip salve is ideal for facial protection.

10. Personal First Aid Kit

You should have your own supply of plasters, aspirin, diarrhea tablets and also a comprehensive blister kit. (Please do not give medicines to local people without consulting the trek leader.)

11. Hat/ Glove/ Sandle/ Shocks/ Underwear

a) A woolen hat to wear in the morning and at night. During winter it is an essential item.
b) A sunhat and ensure it has a wide brim to cover the face and neck.
b) A pair of gloves. Leather with lining and woolen are best. c) 1 pair of sandals to wear in the cities and in camp.
d) 4 pairs of thin and 4 pair of thick woolen socks.
e) Underwear” normal quantity and swimming costume, hankies.

Equipments and Accessories

a) Duffle bag or kit bag to carry to gear while trekking
b) Daypack: This is a small rucksack to carry personal requirement for the day e.g. toilet items, camera, film towel, soap, a boot etc.
c) Water bottle.
d) Snow glasses and sunglasses
e) 2-4 large plastic bags to separate clean clothes from dirty ones.
f) 6 -10 smaller plastic bags to dispose garbage.
g) Wallet and /or money belt with compartment for coins.
h) Toiletries with large and small towels. Toilet paper can buy in Kathmandu and some villages in the mountains.
i) Small headlamp and/ or torch with spare batteries and bulbs
j) candles and lighter to burn toilet paper.
k) Snow gaiters essential during wither and all treks going over at other times.
l) An umbrella (optional), which is quite useful to as a sunshade and useful when it rains.
m) Reading materials, camera and film, game items (optional), note book, rubber band, pen and pencil, envelopes, a diary, a calendar, a pocket knife, binoculars (optional), a small pillow or headrest (optional). Thermoses (optional)- an inflatable sleeping mat, trekking map, adequate quantities of passport photograph

SERVICE INCLUDED

1) Welcome Nepali Dinner with cultural programs
2) All surface transfers including arrival and departure transfers in a private car
3) Guided city tour including one English speaking tour guide and all entry fees, etc.
4) Three star hotel on bed and breakfast basis, twin sharing rooms
5) Salary, insurance and all expenses of our guide and porter for the hike.

 
SERVICE NOT INCLUDED

All the expenses of personal nature, Nepal entry visa (requires USD 25 and one photograph, granted upon arrival in Kathmandu. Water, alcoholic drinks, tips, lunch and dinner in Kathmandu and Pokhara.