Itinerary
Itinerary Detail
Day 01 - Arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu, meeting and transfer to Hotel
Day 02 - Full day Pulchowki - Phulchowki (2760 m) is the highest of the mountains encircling the Kathmandu valley. This broad-leafed-sub tropical forest is the richest for birds and wildlife in the valley and remains the most convenient place to see some of the birds that are rare or local to Nepal. Phulchowki lies 18 km south east of Kathmandu above Godawari village (1525 m) Visit for Bird Watching. Pack lunch will be provided.
Day 03 - Drive to Sankhu and walk down to Telkot and drive to Nagarkot - Tucked away in the upper reaches of Kathmandu Valley is Nagarkot with a history that dates back to the first human settlement of the valley. Once a busy trade route to Tibet, Nagarkot still maintains its popularity for its spectacular sunrises and sunsets over the Himalayas. The panoramic view of the Himalayas that Nagarkot offers stretches over 300kms. , Overnight at The Fort Resort.
Day 04 - Post breakfast drive to Bhaktapur - Sightseeing - Situated at an altitude of 1,401 m, Bhaktapur (or Bhadgaon as popularly know as) covers an area of four square miles. Bhaktapur or "the City of Devotees" still retains the medieval charm and visitors to this ancient town are treated myriad wonders of cultural and artistic achievements. and drive back to Kathmandu overnight Hotel.
Day 05 - Fly Ktm/ Biratnagar and drive to Koshi Tappu - Koshi Tappu Wildlife reserve lies on the alluvial flood plain of Sapta Koshi River in southeastern lowland. Almost all eastern and western embankments of the river define the area. The reserve was officially gazetted in 1973 giving it a status of the wildlife reserve having an area of 175sq.km. The river Sapta Koshi (largest river of Nepal Kingdom) flows through the reserve that is one of the three main tributes of Ganges.
Day 06 - Full day bird watching program.
Day 07 - Full day Bird watching program.
Day 08 - Drive Koshi Tappu to Royal Chitwan National Park - Chitwan - Royal Chitwan National Park, located in the southern, Terai area, of Nepal was established as a National Park for the conservation of Asia's wildlife in 1973. Originally the park served as a reserve for the personal use of the royal family. At that time, dignitaries came from all over the world to take part in great hunting expeditions. Now, Chitwan serves as an example for all of Asia as a prime example for conservation, overnight at Gaida Wildlife Camp.
Day 09 - Full day program at Royal Chitwan National Park.
Day 10 - Full day program at Royal Chitwan National Park.
Day 11 - Drive Chitwan/ Lumbini - Lumbini – is the hallowed birthplace of Lord Buddha, the Apostle of peace. The enlightened one was born there over 2500 years ago. The Objects worth seeing there are the scattered ruins dating back to the days of the Buddha. In and around Lumbini, the remains of the historic palaces, monasteries, temples and above all, a stone kept there by India’s great king Ashoka to pinpoint the exact place of birth of the Budhha are there to take you back by ages. The sacred Buddhist pilgrim spot is a recent addition in the roster of Nepal’s World Heritage sites , overnight at Lumbini Garden New Crystal.
Day 12 - Sightseeing and bird watching program in Lumbini.
Day 13 - Drive Lumbini/ Tansen stopping several palces for Birds - The township of Tansen bears a rich legacy of the traditional art and architecture. Perched on the lap of the spectacular Srinagar Danda (hill) Tansen, commands a gorgeous panorama of the Himalayas as well as the plains of Terai. Overnight at Hotel Srinagar.
Day 14 - Drive Srinagar/ Pokhara - If Kathmandu is the cultural hub of Nepal, Pokhara is its center of adventure. An enchanting city nestled in a tranquil valley, it is the starting point for many of Nepal's most popular trekking and rafting destinations. Overnight at Shangrila Village Resort or The Fishtail Lodge.
Day 15 - Full day Pokhara Sightseeing and bird watching program.
Day 16 - Full day Pokhara Sightseeing and bird watching program.
Day 17 - Post breakfast drive back to Kathmandu and overnight. In the late evening transfer to Bhojan Griha for farewell dinner, pl visit www.bhojangriha.com
Day 18 - Full day Bird Watching at Nagarjun with pack lunch.
Day 19 - Departure.
