09 Nights / 10 Days (2 nights Kathmandu, 2 night Pokhara,1 night Jomsom with Muktinath Darshan, 1 night Lumbini, 2 nights Chitwan & 1 night Nagarkot by Surface)

ITINERARY

 

Day 01 –  Kathmandu

Meeting at airport upon arrival by Office Personnel. Transfer to hotel. Kathmandu is the capital of Nepal and the Kathmandu Valley is the political and cultural heart of the Kingdom.

The urban sprawl that makes up modern Kathmandu is in fact two cities, Patan and Kathmandu.

Day 02 –  Kathmandu

This morning you will be taken for a visit below sightseeing & Hindu’s cultural spots of Kathmandu.

Pashupatinath.

This is the place where holy saddhus pray. The Pashupatinath Temple is a famous, sacred Hindu temple dedicated to Pashupatinath and is located on the banks of the Bagmati River 5 kilometres north-east of Kathmandu Valley in the eastern city of Kathmandu the capital of Nepal. This temple is considered one of the sacred temples of Hindu faith .The temple serves as the seat of the national deity, Lord Pashupatinath. This temple complex is on UNESCO World Heritage Sites’s list Since 1979. This “extensive Hindu temple precinct” is a “sprawling collection of temples, ashrams, images and inscriptions raised over the centuries along the banks of the sacred Bagmati river”.

Bouddhanath

We then continue to the holiest shrine for the Buddhist culture in Nepal, Bouddhanath, with its large stupa, this is the place where all devout Buddhists come for a pilgrimage.

Patan (Lalitpur)

After completion of these two spots, you will be taken take you for a visit to Patan. Also known as  Lalitpur  , the city of beauty is separated from Kathmandu only by the Bagmati River and is the second largest town in the valley. Lalitpur is fragmented from other cities due to its substantive architectural ancient masterpieces. Patan’s central Durbar Square is absolutely packed with temples: Its an architectural center point with a far greater concentration of temples per sq. meter than in Kathamandu or Bhaktapur. Within  the city also lies the Tibetan refugee center, home to most of the valley’s Tibetan population.  While technically refugees, the Tibetans are some of the wealthiest people in the valley because of the carpet industry they operate.  For those looking to bring home a fine Tibetan carpet, this is the place to shop. You will then go to

Swayambhunath

the golden spire of the 5th-century Swayambhu stupa 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. Swayambhunath is one of the most recognizable symbols in Nepal and the painted eyes of Buddha watch all who ascend the worn stone steps.

Day 03 – Kathmandu / Pokhara ( 210 KMS )

Drive to Pokhara. Pokhara is 210 kms from Kathmandu and is a 7 hours drive approx. From Pokhara town (2,352 feet) in good weather there are splendid views right from the hotel.

On the way you have an option of doing the river rafting or visit the Manakamna Temple “ Goddess of Fulfilling Wishes” where you are taken by a cable ride of 10 mins. Overnight at hotel.

Day 04 – Pokhara / Jomsom

After Breakfast, early morning fly to Jomsom. Upon arrival at Jomsom, walk over to the hotel which is 2 minutes from the airport.

Please do note that Jomsom is a small village in the Mountains. Only basic accommodation is available here. The clients will have to walk from the airport to the hotel which takes about 5 minutes.

Porters are sent to the airport to carry the luggage by the hotel. 15 Kg luggage per adult and 7 kg per child is allowed by the airlines on this sector. The aircraft is a Twin Otter or Doniar – average 15 seats.

Darshan of Muktinath temple.

To visit Muktinath, the clients will have to walk for about 15-20 minutes over the Kali Gandaki River. Here there is no means of transport as on the river  there is a narrow bridge – vehicles cannot cross. After crossing the bridge take the Jeep on sharing basis for Muktinath.  Originally the route from Jomson to Muktinath was a trekkers route only. Recently the route has been widened and 4×4 vehicles can only drive. The path is a Dirt road. The ride is Bumpy all the way. The drive takes about 1.5 hours one way. Upon arrival at Muktinath it is another 30 minutes walk from the base to the Temple.

Darshan on your own of Muktinath & following the same route return to Jomsom.

Day 05 – Jomsom / Pokhara

Fly back to Pokhara early morning and transfer to hotel.

Later you will take sightseeing

Bindebasini Temple

This is one of the oldest temples in Pokhara was a part of Kaski Kingdom, the main deity of the temple,Goddess Durga, was brought from India . Apart from the peace and tranquility that can be felt in this region, the premises of the temple offers a good view of the Himalaya on a clear day. The temple is in the area of the bazaar, hence,a journey of the old bazaar can be combined with a visit to the temple.

Devi’s fall

also known as Patale Chango is an awesome waterfall lying 2 km southwest of Pokhara. During summer and rainy season, the waterfall takes its real form, with gushing water splashing and making its way through the rocks. Just opposite of Devi’s fall, on the other side of the road

Gupteshwor Cave.

This cave is popular for the different natural forms made from limestone deposits. Photography is strictly prohibited inside the cave. Overnight at hotel.

Day 06 – Pokhara / Lumbini

This morning you will take for excursion sunrise trip for Sarangkot

Sarangkot.

Sarangkot is the most popular tourist destination from where the tourist can enjoy the great view of the Pokhara Valley and the magnificent view of the mountains. Sarangkot is only 13 kms from Lake Side, Pokhara. Sarangkot is the highest view point for a sunrise and it is just 1592m high. Sarangkot is  cooler than Pokhara. Sarangkot can be reached easily by 45 to 60 minutes by a car ride to the top from Pokhara. Many tourists come to Sarangkot for sunrise view and go back.

Paragliding can also be done from Sarangkot. From Sarangkot, on the northern direction we can see Dhaulagiri in the far west. Annapurna range is visible when the weather is clear on the same side. On the southern direction the village overlooks the city of Pokhara and its lake on the north-western outskirts of the city.

Drive to Lumbini. Lumbini is 270 kms from Pokhara & a 7 – 8 hrs of non stop drive. Lumbini is located in the south-central Terai of Nepal, situated in the foothills of the Himalayas.

For millions of Buddhists the world over, it evokes a kind of holy sentiment akin to the significance of Jerusalem to Christians and Mecca to Muslims. Lumbini is the place where Lord Buddha -the apostle of peace, and the Light of Asia – was born in 623 B.C.

This afternoon you will tour the Lumbini Garden which consists of the birth place of Lumbini, various Bodh Vihars built by different countries such as Japan, Myanmar, Indonesia, USA to establish the Buddhist religion in the Garden. You will tour by a rickshaw for 3 hrs. Overnight at hotel.

Day 07 – Lumbini – Chitwan

Drive to Chitwan. Chitwan is 180 Km from Lumbini & a 05 hours drive. Chitwan is one of Asia’s premier wildlife reserves.  Its 360 square miles of tall grasslands and forests are home to a wide variety of mammals and birds, including several endangered species.

Day 08 – Chitwan

Enjoy Jungle observation at Chitwan National park. The highlight being the Elephant Safari in the jungles. Other activities are Canoeing, Dugout canoe, Nature Walk and Bird Watching. Also experience walking through the forests with naturalists and watch the Native folk dances of the Terais. Overnight at hotel.

Day 09 – Chitwan / Nagarkot

Drive back to Kathmandu and then continue drive to Nagarkot. Nagarkot is situated 32 kilometers, 1.5  hrs drive east of Kathmandu at an altitude of 2,175 meters.

The panoramic view of the major peaks including Mt. Everest can be seen from here. This place is also famous for viewing sunrise and sunset. Overnight at hotel.

Day 10 – Nagarkot / Airport

Drive straight to the international airport which is 1.5 hours drive approx from Nagarkot to board flight for onward journey.

 

Cost Per Person	Platinum	Diamond	Gold	Silver	Bronze
2 pax on twin share	71200	65450	60300	58100	54750
4 pax on twin share	59700	54000	48800	46600	43250
6 pax on twin share	63700	57850	52750	50500	47150
8 pax on twin share	59800	54000	48800	46600	43250
10 pax on twin share	57400	51650	46550	44300	41000
Adult with an extra bed	48200	42400	37300	35050	31700
Child below 10 yrs with extra bed	29300	27800	25350	23150	21300
Child below 10 yrs without extra bed	21000	19700	19150	18500	7800
Supplement MAP plan ( 07 dinners PP) Chitwan is on AP plan	7500	6900	5500	4500	3800
Single pax (1 pax travelling alone)	119600	109850	99000	95050	88250
Single room (1 pax travelling with others)	96600	86800	75850	72000	65200

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PROPERTIES	KATHMANDU	POKHARA	CHITWAN	NAGARKOT	JOMSOM	LUMBINI
PLATINUM	Radisson / Soaltee / Yak & Yeti / Annapurna / Shangrila / Similar	Fishtail / Atihi Resort / Pokh ara Grande / Temple Tree / Fulbari Resort / Water Front Resort / Shangrila / Similar	Green Park / Jungle Villa / Tiger Land Safari Resort /Land Mark Forest / Seven Star / Similar	Club Himalaya	Om’s Home  /Majesty / Similar – Non A/c property	Buddha Maya Garden / Similar
DIAMOND	Grand / Royal Singi / Platinum /  Tibet International / Similar	Lake Side Retreat / Mount Kailash Resort / Glacier Boutique /Da- Yatra Couryard / Similar	Center Park / Park Land / Jungle Safari Lodge / Hotel Royal Safari / Similar	Fort Resort / Serene Resort / Bhangeri Durbar / Similar	Om’s Home /Majesty / Similar – Non A/c property	Lumbini Bamboo Resort / Kasai / Similar
GOLD	Vaishali / Mirage Lords Inn / Hotel City /Amadablam/ Ambassador / Summit Residency / Rigal Airport / Tibet / Similar	Jal Mahal / Land Mark / Trek O Tel / Similar	West Wood / Unique Wild Resort / Similar	Country Villa / Himalayan Villa / Similar	Om’s Home /Majesty / Similar – Non A/c property	Hukka / Nirvana/      Similar
SILVER	Marshyandi / Temple Inn /  Kathmandu Grand / Royal Astoria / Nepal Tara / Mountain / Similar	Kantipur / Penunsula /Dandelion / Uttsav Himalaya / City Inn  /Similar	Rhino / Hotel Royal Safari / Jungle Nepal Resort	Chautari Paradie Resort / Similar	Om’s Home /Majesty / Similar – Non A/c property	Lumbini Guest House / Shangrila International / Peace Land / Similar
BRONZE	Thamel / Kathmandu Prince/ Jain Bhawan /Heritage-non A/c / Similar	Hotel Center Lake / Golden Gate / Lake Star / Bajra / Stay Pokhara Dream Pokhara / similar	Chitwan Adventure Resort /The Nana Hotels / Eden Resort –Non A/c rooms / similar	Hotel Sunrise / Galaxy / Valley View	Om’s Home /Majesty / Similar – Non A/c property	Ashoka  / Mamta –Non A/c / Similar

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1. Cost based on the above program on BB (bed & breakfast, only Full Board in Chitwan (Breakfast, Lunch &  Dinner) basis.

2. TAC 20%

3. Cost will be changed as per season basis. (Please reconfirm first for the best & final rate)

 

Package Inclusions:

# 02 nights accommodation in Kathmandu with Breakfast

# 02 nights accommodation in Pokhara with Breakfast

# 02 nights accommodation in Chitwan with breakfast, lunch and dinner

# 01 night accommodation in Jomsom with Breakfast –

   extremely basic accommodation only available with non A/c rooms

# 01 night accommodation in Nagarkot with Breakfast

# 01 night accommodation in Lumbini with Breakfast

# 02 international airport transfers by a non A/c vehicle exclusively

# 02 domestic airport transfers in Pokhara

# Sightseeing as per the itinerary in Kathmandu and Pokhara by a non a/c vehicle exclusively

# Sightseeing as per the itinerary in Lumbini by rickshaws

# Transportation Jomsom – Muktinath – Jomsom by a non A/c Jeep on SIC basis (12  pax in a jeep ).

Or clients can take an independent jeep at an extra cost. Do ask for the cost.

# Airfare  Pokhara / Jomsom / Pokhara

# ACAP fee for Jomsom included ( Permit required to visit Jomsom for which 2 passport size

   photograph and passport photocopy is required )

# Jungle activities in the Chitwan National Park with entrance fees and national park fees

( Elephant safari is the highlight which is included, jeep safari not included )

# Transportation Kathmandu / Pokhara / Lumbini / Chitwan / Nagarkot / Kathmandu by a non a/c vehicle exclusively

# Presently applicable  hotel taxes.

 

Vehicle Allocation:

Car: Ford / Fiat / Manza /Swift Dezire

Upto 04 pax Adults:  Scorpio / similar

Upto 6 pax: 14 adults : Toyota  “Hiace”  Van  having 14 seats. Web site    http://www.toyota.com.my/hiace/

 

Extra Cost

A/c vehicle supplement

Car : Inr. 10700 for the entire trip

Scorpio : Inr. 11700 for the

Toyota Hiace van : Inr. 12500 for the entire trip

 

 

The above cost excludes:

* Services other than specified.

* Entrance fee at the monumental sites during the sightseeing

* Guide during the sightseeing

* Any expenses of personal nature such as drinks, laundry, telephone/fax calls.
* Any expenses caused by reasons beyond our control such as flight delays, rescheduling or cancellations, any  accidents, medical vacuations, riots, strikes, etc.
* Any tips to drivers, hotel staff, any meals apart from the ones mentioned above.
* Any other tax or service charge that could be enforced during this period will be extra & need to borne by you.

 

Important Note:

* The above rate can change as per Hotel, Transportation & Air fare or the management & Govt.policy.

* You will confirm the package after confirmation with Saraogi Nepal, Kathmandu.

* The vehicle is for point-to-point travel with fix time and not at disposal.

* All sightseeing is subject to weather & political conditions in the destination.

* The hotel confirmed will be as mentioned or an alternate hotel of similar category.

* Electric supply is restricted due to shortage Please co-operate with the hotel on it.

* Check in at the hotels is at 01 PM and & Check out time is 10 AM to 12 PM as per Hotels.

* Following is a list of essentials for a trip to Nepal

* Valid Passport or Election Card is necessary at airport to fly Nepal for Indian Nationality only.

* Air Tickets Photo copy

* Hotel Voucher/ Travel agent Voucher.

* Address list and list of important contacts or numbers.

* Photocopies of important documents in case they are stolen.

* List of important number in India and Nepal (On Paper).

* It is mandatory to carry a valid photo Passport with validity of 6 month / Voter ID card.

 *For children below the age of 18 years the school or college id suffices. The id should clearly reflect the traveller’s picture, school or college name, date of birth as well as the class in which the student is studying. Request that this be checked with Indian Immigration authorities at your end too. This information stands good while writing this mail.

 

Do not treat this quotation mail as a confirmation of booking. Confirmation of booking is only based on written communication.

Vehicle will not be at disposal but will perform its respective duties as per the itinerary only. Point to point.

Half day sightseeing (maximum for 03 hours)

Full day sightseeing (maximum for 5 hours)

Important Information  on JOMSOM

(A)“ACAP PERMIT” ( Annapurna Conservation Area Permit ) for Foreign and Indian Nationals to be collected from ACAP office in Kathmandu & Pokhara. Failing to obtain the ACAP permit at either KTM or PKR will require paying double the amount as a penalty at Jomsom. A copy of the passport and 2 copies of passport size photos are required while applying for the permit.

 

      Clients will have to obtain this permit on their own as agents are not entertained.

      However we shall assist the clients for the same.

 

(B)   Temperature (approximate)Jomsom (2754m/9000 ft)

Month	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Min ºC	-4	-2	2	3	5	10	12	12	12	8	3	-3
Min ºF	25	27	36	37	41	50	54	52	48	37	32	27
Max ºC	13	14	14	22	25	27	27	23	18	14	10	8
Max ºF	55	57	57	72	77	81	81	81	77	72	61	57

 

(C) Weather Conditions

 

Month	Jan & Feb	Mar, Apr & May	Jun, Jul & Aug	Sep, Oct, Nov & Dec
Climate	Slightly Windy	Excellent	Slightly Warm/rainy	Slightly cold & clear

 

(D) Travel tips

1.   On the flight one is entitled to carry only 15 kgs per persson.

2.    Take precaution for altitude sickness by taking Diamox tablet or Aspirin

3.    Carry own medicine for any health problem

4.    Drink plenty of water while going up hill

5.    Sports shoes or trekking shoes

6.    Carry light luggage

7.    Walking stick

8.    Jacket

9.    Chap stick / Vaseline cream

10.  Cap

11.  Sun glasses

12.  Warm Clothing

13.  Sunscreen Lotion

14.  Moisturizer Lotion

15.  Thick socks and gloves

Days are relatively warm; especially when there is no wind in the early morning. The appropriate clothing as per the travel period (temperature) and a good pair of walking shoes for rocky and uneven paths are highly recommended. Walking stick would help for those who need support.

 

Caution : Jomsom is a weather prone area. Frequent flight cancellations are obvious & any expenses that arise due to such cancellations will have to be borne by the clients on their own. Just in case the flight Pokhara / Jomsom / Pokhara is cancelled then a refund of Inr 7000 PP incorporated in the cost will be refunded, though all expenses arising will have to be borne by the clients.

Please do note the following about Jomsom properties:

Jomsom is small village in the Mountains. No luxury options are available here. Hotel Hotel Majesty is the property we use in Jomsom.

The properties are budget properties with basic facilities only. The clients should be aware about the place in advance so that they do not face any problem upon reaching here. Jomsom is famous for its natural beauty, its surrounding, trekking and Muktinath.

 

Please find the below payment policy for your reference,

 

Note:

For confirmation of the package by Saraogi Nepal, Advance payment must be received within a 24 hours after confirmation of package.. Then you follow the payment policy.  Otherwise your all confirmed  package and voucher send by us through mail will be cancelled and you have to pay the cancellation charge.

 

 

Payment Policy:

·         Package Confirmation 25%

·         Balance amount should be made 15 days of confirmation.

·         Short time booking 100% payment. [Within 10 days ]  

.         The Service voucher will apply after full payment.

 

 

Cancellation Policy:

·         After Confirmation      = 25 % of rate

·         within 20 to15 days      =  50% of rate

·          less than 10 Days           =   100%

            .         Air tickets cancellation as per airlines rule

ADHAR CARD/ PAN CARD / DRIVING LICENSE IS NOT A VALID DOCUMENT FOR TRAVEL TO NEPAL BY AIR

Sincerely hope you will find the above to your expectations and look forward to hear from you.