Everest Base Camp (EBC)
Classic trek is the purest and authentic trek which provides us an
opportunity to embark on an epic journey that Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing
Norgay set off to in 1953 before Lukla airport was constructed. Jiri was the
only gate way to Everest which is overruled by Lukla which makes the trek
shorter by a week. But then, Lukla airport is the most sensitive airport in the
world and flights are often cancelled due to weather condition. Chartered
Helicopter flight to Lukla is again expensive and at this point EBC Classic
trek would be a good choice which mostly is as per the itinerary. In the
initial first week, trail passes through beautiful terraced farmlands, forests
and middle hill countryside with the maximum of 3530-meter altitude which gives
plenty time for trekkers and also enables to encounter culture, customs, life
style and the most important acclimatize through the less crowded lodges before
reaching Kalapathar at 5550 meter. After crossing Lukla the trail is all same
as the modern EBC trek when we can experience Sherpa hospitality and culture, Buddhist
spiritualism with mani stones, chortens and colorful
prayer flags and amazing mountain scenery. We will also experience
astounding mountain views, get glimpses of the life of the world famous
mountain climbers the Sherpas, enter Sagarmatha National Park- a world heritage
site. We will support local economies,
discover hidden strengths in yourself, and make both friends and memories that
will last a lifetime. The ultimate destination EBC is surrounded by tumbling glaciers and giant
walls of snow and ice, the place is the first campsite for climbers trying to
scale Mount Everest. DA has designed EBC Classic package for
beginner trekkers who are in good health with average physical fitness. The
ample distance covered between daily itineraries, steady gain of altitude and
separate rest days ensures that we are properly acclimatized to fully enjoy our
trek to the EBC.
Arrive at Kathmandu Airport with the
beautiful views of the valley, Himalaya and the terraced fields below. Meet
& be greeted by Donkeys Adventures’ (DA) airport
representative in the arrival section who will be holding the name card of the
group leader. He / She will guide you through the initial cultural shock of
Kathmandu narrow streets, cultures, people around and transfer to hotel. Then
DA will organize to meet in a
traditional Nepalese restaurant for a welcome dinner where we will have introduction
to DA staffs who will be directly involve during your stay in Nepal. For the
late night arrivals, we will either meet in the hotel lobby or during lunch the
next day. Overnight in the hotel.
Meals: D
After breakfast, drive to the golden spire of
the 5th-century Swayambhunath Stupa which is adorned
with a colorful fluttering of prayer flags; it crowns a hill overlooking the
Kathmandu Valley and offers fantastic views over the city of Kathmandu. The
stupa consists of a dome at the base which represent the entire world, above
which is a cubical structure painted with eyes of Buddha looking in all four
directions and between them, the number one in Nepali is painted in the fashion
of a nose which meant to be unity. Swayambhunath is also known commonly as the Monkey
Temple as there are holy monkeys living in the north-west parts of the
temple. The
Swayambhunath Stupa is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of
the holiest Buddhist sites in Nepal.
Then, drive to Patan Durbar Square one of the three royal cities in the
Kathmandu Valley which has a rich cultural heritage known for its fine crafts,
evident in the elaborate architecture, stone carvings, and metal statues found
all over the city. A center of both Buddhist and Hindu culture, Patan is home
to more than 1,200 monuments. One of the most stunning is the Krishna Mandir, a
stone temple with magnificent friezes built in the 16th century. Patan Durbar
Square is also a good place to see beautiful examples of palaces, temples and
shrines, and the stunning stone carvings in the Sundari Courtyards. Nearby is the Patan
Museum which displays the traditional sacred arts of Nepal in an
illustrious architectural setting. Its home is an old residential court of
Patan Durbar, one of the royal palaces of former Malla Kings of the Kathmandu
Valley. Its gilded door and window face one of the most beautiful squares in
the world. The Museum’s exhibits cover
along span of Nepal’s cultural history and some rare objects are among its
treasures. Their meaning and context within the living traditions of Hinduism and Buddhism are explained. The entire city of Patan was designated a UNESCO
World Heritage Site in 1979.
After lunch, drive to Pashupatinath which is one of
the most significant Hindu Temple of Lord Shiva in the world, located on the
banks of the Bagmati River in the eastern part of Kathmandu. Pashupatinath
Temple is the oldest Hindu temple in Kathmandu its existence dates back to 400
B.C. One of the major Festivals of the
temple is Maha Shivaratri on which day over 800,000 devotees
visit here. Open air cremation is
done in the holy Bagmati River at Pashupatinath area. The temple is
listed in UNESCO World Heritage Sites list. Drive back to hotel.
Overnight in the hotel.
Meals: B
After breakfast we will drive along the Araniko Highway (overland
Tibet entry point) in the first hours and leave it to join newly constructed BP Highway
from Dhulikhel
(1550m). We will take a smooth drive crossing few small rivers to
finally meet Sunkoshi and drive along it until we cross at Khurkot (595m) and leave
the highway. We will then take a narrow road drive along the Tamakoshi River
passing through Manthali (474m), Khimti and Tamakoshi village itself. It’s a
scenic drive along with terraced field, typical villages and panoramic view of
eastern Himalayan including Ganesh Himal, Lantang Lirung, Dorje Lakpa and many
more snow-capped ranges. From there we will take the old snake bumpy road
uphill to Mainapokhari, Khawa and finally reach to picturesque town of Jiri
(1955m) laying in the bank of Jiri river and surrounded by the hills. Overnight
in the lodge.
Meals: B / L / D
After breakfast we will begin our first day of the trek
today leaving the beautiful village of Jiri through the motorable uphill road through
small Sherpa village of Mali (2220m) from where we can see
some high peaks of Himalayas range. Then after an easy trail and few descend we
will cross the Khimti Khola over suspension bridge and enter Shivalaya
(1770m) which is also an entrance for Gaurishankar Conservation Area.
We will have our lunch here and further continue our trek soon crossing a small
river and steep ascend to cross Sangbadanda (2150m) through the
beautiful country side scenery from each ridge top, passing through friendly
people across the farm land. We will catch up with motorable trail at some
point and climb steeply in the forested trail to reach Mahabhir and finally
reach Deurali (2705m) after crossing a stream. Overnight in the
lodge.
Meals: B / L / D
After breakfast we will start our trek which leads downhill
to Bhandar
(2190m) along the lower farm land and then pleasant flow of Likhu Khola,
the suspension bridge over it will help us further descend in the winding path
all the way to Kinja (1630m), a small Sherpa village. We will take our lunch
here and begin to climb uphill gradually passing through numerous farm houses
and terrace fields and surrounding landscapes. We will further continue
ascending through a rhododendron forest to Chimbu village (2140m) and finally
reach a beautiful Sherpa village of Sete (2550m) after gaining some more
elevation. Overnight in the lodge.
Meals: B / L / D
We will begin our trek with fair gradual climb passing
through few scattered farm houses and tea houses at Dakachu (2985m) and Goyam
(3220m) through the beautiful rhododendron forest. The way is scenic and varied
through forest trees, colorful birds and Himalayan on the background. Soon the
tree gets shorter and we will be climbing on the stone steps between those
short tree line at Lamjura La Pass (3530m), the highest point between Jiri and
Namche Bazar. From there we will descend through the Rhododendron forested
trail all the way down to Taktor and then final short climb to Junbesi (2700m),
a splendid Sherpa village with a small bazar and Buddhist monasteries in the
surrounding hills. Overnight in the lodge.
Meals: B
/ L / D
After breakfast we will begin our trek today with an easy
climb towards the valley of Phurteng (3040m), a perfect and
first view point of Everest. We will trek through beautiful meadows, green
forest and offered with splendid views over valleys. From there we will descend
long and easy trail through beautiful valleys of Salung (2960m) and then
to after crossing a long suspension bridge we will reach Ringmu (2720m). We will
have our lunch and further climb to Taksindu La pass (3071m) and further
descend to reach Taksindu (2930m). After meeting some donkeys on the downhill
trail, walking on their poo and crossing suspension bridge we will soon reach Nunthala
(2330m). Overnight in the lodge.
Meals: B / L / D
After breakfast we will start our trek with a gentle descent
towards the Dudh Koshi River (Milk River) passing through terraced fields
and yards of houses and a small Sherpa and Rai villages. We will cross the
large suspension bridge and elevate through the forest trail on the terrace to
reach Jubhing (1680m), a quiet and dense farm land Rai village. We
will take our lunch here and further climb crossing several small river and
streams. The path will then take us to a slow climb to the Chokha village
around a ridge and continue to another picturesque village called Kharikhola
(2040m). From there we can see our next destination with a cluster of
building above on the ridge of Bupsa (2360m) our next village path
for tomorrow. Overnight in the lodge.
Meals: B / L / D
After breakfast, we will take a stone steps and climb from
Kharikhola and cross the suspension bridge than we will trek through a
beautiful rhododendron forest to push up in the steep hill to reach Bupsa
(2360m). From there we will continue our trek with a steep ascend on the ridge
up to a cliff in the rock for nearly two hours towards Khari La Pass (3145m) and
then we will descend towards Paiya Khola to cross the wooden bridge to reach a
beautiful village of Paiya (2730m). We will pass through
rhododendron and oak forest with a small Sherpa settlement and tea shops on the
way. We also can enjoy the magnificent views of Numbu (6960m), Cho-Oyu (8201m),
Gyangchung Kang (7922m), Thamserku (6629m) and Khumbu Valley. Then we will
gently descent towards Chheubas passing through the Bamboo forest and then we
will further ascend to cross the Chutok La Pass (2945m), pass by
Pakhepani village with the vies of Lukla airport and at the end of the day our
trail will steeply descend nest to Dudh Koshi river until we reach the Sherpa
village of Surke (2290m) which lies at the bottom of the Lukla
(2840m).
Meals: B / L / D
After breakfast, we will climb
about 15 minutes to meet the trail junction where stone staircases on the right
leads to Lukla and north up the sleep canyon leads to Chauri Kharka (2630m) a large scattered village with monastery and
high school. Chaurikharka is also the bread basket for the Khumbu area because
the land is very fertile for barley, wheat and enough green vegetables. No
sooner after a gentle walk our trail joins Lukla to EBC trek main trail, making
the path quite busy with more trekkers, porters and pack animals from Cheplung
(2660m) village where we will enjoy the first glimpse of Mt
Khumbila (5761m), a virgin mountain which has never been climbed. Then the
trail drops steeply for bit then descends to Thado Khosi gaon
suspension bridge which we will cross and see the head of the valley Mt. Kusum
Kanguru (6367m). After bridge, we will climb a bit to reach Ghat (2590m)
on banks of the Dudh Koshi River. Then comes little easy walk for some time and
again we climb up to reach Phakding (2610m). Overnight in the
lodge.
Meals: B / L / D
After Breakfast, we start
climbing up through a beautiful pine forest along the bank of the Dudh Koshi
River and soon we will cross it and climb gently the valley to Toktak
(2760m) and Benkar (2710m). The trail keeps close to the
river valley and is lined with beautiful blue pine and rhododendron forest that
is very spectacular in the spring months, when the flowers are in bloom and
also you will see the beautiful waterfall. We will see the snow-capped peak of
Thamserku (6623m) & Khumbi La (5765m) at Benkar. We cross the Dudh Koshi
River soon leaving the Benkar. From here it is only a short walk to Monjo
(2840m). Just beyond the Monjo trek enters the Sagarmatha
(Everest) National Park where you need to check your permits. After
checking the permits, the trail steep rocky descend to large farm aftermath
cross bridge at Dudh Koshi and follow the west banks. Just short distance up
the bridge is Jorsale (2830m). The trail follows the river for a
while, then re-crosses the Dudh Koshi along the river bank and after short ups
and downs, makes a steep climb near the confluence of the two rivers (Bhote
Koshi & Dudh Koshi). Than the trail follows steeply ascent towards the Namche Bazaar
(3440m), the prime heart land of Sherpa village.
Namche Bazaar is surrounded on three sides by mountain ranges and opens out
only where it faces the Bhote Koshi. One hour before Namche Bazaar, if weather
permits us than we will see the first glimpse of Mt. Everest (8848m), Lhotse
(8516m) and Nuptse (7879m). Namche is the main trading village in the Khumbu
region and holds a busy Saturday market. This is the meeting place for the
Hindu traders from the lowlands and the Tibetan yak caravans that have reached
there by crossing the glaciated Nangpa La pass. Overnight in the lodge.
Meals: B / L / D
We will take a well-deserved
break today. We will allow our bodies to
become acclimatized to the lofty altitude. The efficient way to acclimatize is to do strenuous
walk up to high altitude then back down to your hotel. Namche
Bazaar (3440m), the main center of the Khumbu
region is an ideal place to spend a rest day for acclimatization at a high
altitude. For acclimatization, DA’s guide will reward you with an optional couple of hours hike for sunrise view
after an hour walk up to Syangboche (3720m) where Everest View
Hotel is situated above Namche for outstanding views of Everest, Nuptse,
Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Thamserku and Kusum Kangaru. Along with the views you can
visit to Khunde Hospital at Khunde (3840m) which was set-up by
Sir Edmund Hillary. Otherwise, spend the
day exploring Namche Bazaar or both. Namche Bazaar is the main center of the
Khumbu region and has government offices, ATMs, Internet cafes, shops,
restaurants, and a colorful market. Our guides can take us to explore the real
charm of Namche Bazaar. Check out the Sherpa
Museum for an overview of the Sherpa culture and history of
mountaineering. On Saturdays, the Hatt Bazaar is open for trading and
an intimate look at the locals’ marketplace. It is part of the larger Namche
Bazaar, a shopping hub filled with all manner of trekking and mountaineering
clothing and equipment. Overnight in the lodge.
Meals: B / L / D
After, breakfast at Namche Bazaar, trek towards Tyangboche
(3867 m). The trail goes upward first up to Chor camp leaving a steep
cliff that drops down to the Dudh Koshi and then easy trail to Kyangjuma
(3550m). We can enjoy panoramic view of the Himalayas such as Mt.
Everest (8848), Ama Dablam (6812m), Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse (7855m) Thamserku
(6623m), Kangtega (6783m), Kusum kangaru (6367), Cholaste (6335m), Tabuche peak
(6495m), Khumbi La (5765m) and Kwangde Ri (6011m). From Kyangjuma the
trail follows easy level walk through Rhododendron forest to Sanasa
(3250m). There is two ways from where one way left hand side leads to
the Gokyo valley trek and another way right hand side leads to the
direct Everest base camp trek. From sanasa the trail descends gradually through
pine forest to lausasa where there are a few teahouses aftermath the trail
drops steeply through the pine and Rhododendron forest to the bridge over Dudh
Koshi River at Phungi Thanga (3250m), a small settlement on the
river banks. The trail climbs steeply at beginning then a gradual ascent
through blue pine and Rhododendron forest at the hill top of Tengboche
Monastery at 3860m. The view of sunset and sunrise as well as magnificent view
of the Mt. Everest including other Himalayas from Tengboche will be probably the
most amazing views during your trek. Tengboche monastery is one of the beautiful
monasteries in Solu Khumbu area as well as the religious center of the whole
Sherpa land, entire Solu Khumbu area. Overnight in the lodge.
Meals: B / L / D
After breakfast we start our trek leaving Tyangboche at the
backdrop, we descend through a forest of birches, juniper, conifers and
rhododendrons to reach Deboche (3820m), a small settlement with
monastery. The level trail further ahead from Deboche to Imja khola in a deep
rhododendron forest. Along the way from Tengboche before crossing Imja khola
you can often see the musk deer, pheasant (national birds of Nepal) and blue
sheep. After crossing the Imja khola the trail climbs past some magnificently
carved mani stones to lower Pangboche (3930m). Beyond Pangboche
the trail lead level and gradually up to Somare (4010m) then
level walk to Orsho (4190m). There are two trails further ahead
from Orsho whereas one trail higher up left hand side leads to Pheriche and
lower trail right hand side above Imja khola leads gradually ascend to Dingboche
(4410m). During the day you can see amazing views of Mt. Everest
(8848), Lhotse (8516m), Lhotse shar (8382m), Nuptse (7879m), peak- 38(7591m),
Ama dablam (6856m), Thamserku (6623m), Kangtega (6783m), Kusum kangaru (6367),
Cholaste (6335m) and Island (6189m). Overnight in the lodge.
Meals: B / L / D
Today is the rest day, we acclimatize at Dingboche
(4410m) to be familiar with the local climate. Having breakfast at the
teahouse, we will savor a full day of exploring Dingboche and the surrounding
valleys of Chhukung and Imja, the latter of which links with Island
Peak (6189m), the high passes of Amphu Laptsa, and Makalu
Barun National Park. Taking an optional trek to the valleys will
pay off in rewarding views, but taking it easy is the most important thing
today. You’ll need your rest for the penultimate day of ascent tomorrow. Overnight
in the lodge.
Meals: B / L / D
After breakfast, we follow our trail through the farmlands
and meadows before continuing along the lateral moraine of the Khumbu Glacier
then you will reach at Dughla (4620m) after that continues
rocky steeply climb uphill to Dughla Pass (4830m) from whereas
you can see the lots of stone memorials of climbers who have perished on nearby
summits. You can see magnificent views including Mt. Ama dablam (6856m),
Thamserku (6623m), Kangtega (6783m), Cholaste (6335m), Lobuche east (6090m),
Pumori (7165m), Lingtren (6713m), Khumbutse (6639m) and Nuptse (7879m)
etc. Beyond the Dughla Pass the trail gently climbs up and drops a bit
then continue level walk to Loboche (4910m). Overnight in the
lodge.
Meals: B / L / D
After breakfast at Lobuche, we trek towards western side of
khumbu valley ascends gently through meadows nearby the glacial moraine after
that ascends and descends in the rocky path to cross Lubuche Pass (5110m). Along the way you can enjoy
incredible views of Pumori (7167m) Lingtren (6713m), Khumbutse (6639m), Nuptse
(7879m), Lobuche east (6090m) as well as Khumbu glacier and Icefall.
After finishing several bands, you will descend a bit to Gorak Shep
(5140m). After lunch in Gorak Shep, leave your bag pack
in the lodge then start your journey to Everest
Base Camp (5364m). You will spend about 4 and half
hours trek up to Everest Base Camp and back to Gorak Shep. It is the most
rewarding section of the trek and our ultimate destination. We can also see
many small frozen lakes around the Everest Base Camp. The view of Nuptse,
Lho-La and Khumbutse appear at a stone throwing distance but you can’t see the Mt. Everest
(8848m) from Everest base camp although we will see it along the
trail. We will gradually trek back to Gorak Shep. Overnight in the lodge.
Meals: B / L / D
Meals: B / L / D
After breakfast, follow the level trail in the valley for a
while then descent to Imja Khola and cross a bridge then ascend to the
hill where we can see few stone memorials of climbers. After that the trail
leads slightly descends to Orhso and then continue level walk to Somare(4010m)
then slightly descents and ascend for a while following level walk to two-way
junction where one trail higher right hand side goes to Phortse village via
upper Pangboche and another lower trail left hand side goes to Tengboche
(3860m) through lower Pangboche (3930m). Beyond Pangboche
the trail descends past some magnificently carved mani stones to the Imja
Khola, which we cross via a steel suspension bridge high above the river at a
spot where it rushes through a narrow cleft then to Deboche (3820m) and a
short steep climb to Tengboche (3860m). We will have our
lunch there and we will follow the downward route along the Dudh Koshi River
through a magnificent rhododendron forest and past brilliant waterfalls.
Shortly before reaching Namche, the trek takes us through a pine forest, where
musk deer often graze in the early morning. Arriving in town, we may see
lowland porters, highland Sherpas, and Tibetan people and you reach in Namche
bazaar (3440m). Overnight in the lodge.
Meals: B / L / D
After breakfast the trail
descend to Larja Dobhan (2830m) (confluence of two rivers) though the pine
forests before you reach at Larja Dobhan you may get last opportunity to see
Mt. Everest and Lhotse. After cross the bridge at Larja Dobhan the trail
descends for a while and then walk along the Dudh Koshi River. Re-cross the
Dudh Koshi continue level walk to Jorsale. Beyond the Jorsale the trail leads a
bit ascend after that re-crosses the suspension bridge then short steep climb
to Monjo
(2835m). We would have plenty of opportunities to walk over suspension
bridges over the fast flowing Dudh Koshi, which than makes the trail more to
the level and natural. From Monjo the trail leads descend for a while and cross
Dudh Koshi over the suspension bridge then short easy level walk to Benkar
(2630m). After Benker the trail follows a bit up and down and level
walk along the Dudh Koshi valley then after re-crossing the suspension bridge
you reach at Phakding (2610m). Beyond Phakding the trail follows a short
descends continue level walk for a while then short steep climb up passes
several Buddhist setups at Ghat village (2592m). Aftermath
short steep climb up to Thado Koshi
(2580m) and a bit descends re-cross the small bridge then climb up a short
distance after that finally you re-crosses last long suspension bridge of
your trek. The trail after the long suspension bridge follows the up wards route
as far as Chheplung (2660m), then turns off towards Lukla. The broad
trail at Chablung leading uphill to the left hand side climbs steadily past a
few (bhattis) local inn and houses. From there the trail follows through scrub
forest above the school and houses of Chaurikharka village then final
climb up of your trek about half an hour reach Lukla Tamang tole where a new
settlement with houses and Bhattis then short distance walk to approach to
Hotel close by Lukla (2840m) airport. Overnight in
the Lodge.
Meals: B / L / D
We board our early flight to Kathmandu from Lukla. The
flight schedule depends on the weather condition between Lukla and Kathmandu
airport. Upon arrival at TIA, we would be received by our representatives and
transfer to hotel. You will have free time to do your own activities or see the
Kathmandu city life nearby your hotel.
Meals: B / L
After
breakfast, we will drive to Boudhanath
Stupa, which is the largest stupa in Nepal and the holiest Tibetan
Buddhist temple outside Tibet. The stupa is located in the town of Boudha, located about 11 km from the center and
northeastern outskirts of Boudhanath is a stupa. Boudhanath was probably built in the 14th
century after the Mughal invasions; various interesting legends are told
regarding the reasons for its construction. After the arrival of thousands of
Tibetans following the 1959 Chinese invasion, the temple has become one of the
most important centers of Tibetan Buddhism. It was declared World Heritage
Site by UNESCO since 1979. The Stupa is said to entomb the remains of Kassapa
Buddha.
From above, Bodnath Stupa looks
like a giant mandala, or diagram of the Buddhist cosmos. There
are other symbolic numbers here as well: the nine levels of Boudhanath Stupa
represent the mythical Mt. Meru, center of the cosmos; and the 13
rings from the base to the pinnacle symbolize the path to enlightenment,
or "Bodhi" — hence the stupa's name. At the bottom, the stupa is
surrounded by an irregular 16-sided wall, with frescoes in the niches. The
mantra of Avalokiteshvara - Om Mani Padme Hum - is carved on the prayer
wheels beside the images of Avalokiteshvara around the base of
the stupa. The base of the stupa consists of three large platforms, decreasing
in size. As at Swayambhunath, Bodnath is topped with a square tower bearing the
omnipresent Buddha eyes on all four sides. Instead of a
nose is a question-mark-type symbol that is actually the Nepali character for
the number 1, symbolizing unity and the one way to reach
enlightenment—through the Buddha's teachings. Above this is the third eye,
symbolizing the wisdom of the Buddha. The square tower is topped by a pyramid
with 13 steps, representing the ladder to enlightenment.
Than we will drive 14 km east of Kathmandu and explore the Bhaktapur
Valley. The valley is said to be
founded by King Ananda Deva in 889 AD. It is an inhabited museum of medieval
charm as it retains past glories and structures of the Malla rulers. Throughout
the city there are glorious examples of temples and pagodas dedicated to gods
and goddesses plus palaces, monuments, woodcarvings, sculptures and pottery.
The central area and main attraction is Bhaktapur Durbar
Square featuring The Lion Gate (1696 A.D.) guarded by two enormous stone lions.
Then, visit to The Golden Gate, also said to be the most beautiful and richly
crafted specimen of its kind in the entire world; some have said it's the
loveliest work of art in the whole Kingdom. The Palace of Fifty-five Windows built
in 1427 of brick displays a balcony containing fifty-five windows, each a
masterpiece of woodcarving. An amazing five-storied pagoda, Nyatapola
Temple built in 1702, 108 ft., dominates the Square. It is the tallest temple
in Kathmandu Valley and stands on a series of five terraces. Likewise, visit
another two temples in Durbar Square:
the three-storied Bhairab Nath Temple and the Temple
of Dattatraya. Dattatraya temple is believed, originally was carved out of the
trunk of a tree and subsequently renovated in 1458. Many temples, bahals
(monastery courtyards), and residences, the city is still a living proof of the
highest craft standards in this part of the world. As the visitor wanders
through narrow brick paved streets, many alleys will show hidden shrines and
statues. Clay craftsmanship as well as cloth weaving is still practiced here
very much as in the past. Fourteen kilometers east of Kathmandu, this peaceful,
conservative town stands in sharp contrast to the bustle of its two adjacent
cities.
After lunch, we will drive back to Kathmandu Durbar Square,
while browse around Kathmandu
Durbar Square you will visit Hanuman Dhoka, the old and historic
palace of Kathmandu named after monkey God, Hanuman, a historic seat of
royalty. The Kings of Nepal are crowned and their coronations also held inside
the court yard here. There is a statue of King Pratap Mall sitting on the stone
pillar in the front and temple of Jagannath from mediaeval period. Within the
walking distance you will find the tall temple of Taleju from 1549 AD, the
large stone statue of Kal Bhairav, the God of destruction. The Big Bell
and Big Drum and Hindu Lord Shiva and his consort Parvati peeping from window.
Visit the temple of Kumari, the residence of Living Goddess
within the vicinity. Kumari means the virgin girl. The girl is selected from
Newar Buddhist family. The building has profusely carved wooden balconies and
window screen.
Meals: B
Today will be the last day of
our Nepal visit and we will spend today packing
and maybe catching up on some last-minute souvenir shopping for your family,
relatives and friends back home. Check out from the hotel. Meet DA airport representative for farewell
and then drop to Airport for onward journey, with the last minute mountain
views from the sky.
Meals: B
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Diamond | $ 7,108.63 | $ 4,601.80 | $ 4,089.43 | $ 3,815.74 | $ 3,612.13 | $ 3,466.79 |
Gold | $ 6,007.88 | $ 3,955.80 | $ 3,460.43 | $ 3,203.74 | $ 3,017.13 | $ 2,888.79 |
Silver | $ 5,166.13 | $ 3,461.80 | $ 2,979.43 | $ 2,735.74 | $ 2,562.13 | $ 2,446.79 |
Note:
Above prices are valid to book your holiday package until one year from the date of booking only.
Full board complementary for one Group Leader for 16 and above group.
The prices are net and all the applicable taxes are included in the above price (local taxes in Nepal).
All the above prices are subjected to change with prior notice.
Package Types:
Diamond 5 star hotels in cities like - Kathmandu / Pokhara / Chitwan / Lumbini
Gold 3 star hotels in cities like - Kathmandu / Pokhara / Chitwan / Lumbini
Silver Budget tourist standard hotels in cities like - Kathmandu / Pokhara / Chitwan / Lumbini
Pashupatinath / Swayambhunath / Lukla / Boudhanath / Bhaktapur Durbar Square / Patan Durbar Square / Namche Bazar / Kalapatar / Everest Base Camp / Jiri / Kathmandu Durbar Square /