Nepal Vista – 12 Days

Highlights

• Guided city tours in Kathmandu, Patan and Bhaktapur.
• Panoramic views of the Himalayas from Nagarkot with sunrise and sunset.
• Guided city tours in Pokhara with an amazing view of the mountains from Sarangkot Hill.
• Guided wildlife tours in the Chitwan National Park.
• Spectacular Mt. Everest flight.

What's this trip about?

Discover the magic and mystery of Kathmandu – immerse yourself in the fascination throughout the colorful array of bustling streets, rich heritage, exquisite temples and religious sites. Witness as well as experience the unique, exotic Nepalese culture and festivals up close. Take a meandering drive to the hills of Nagarkot for a breathtaking sunrise. It’s the perfect place to view many of the Himalayan greats such as Manaslu, Ganesh Himal, GauriShanker as well as Mount Everest; we believe it’s the ideal way to begin your Nepal Vista journey. In Pokhara, the delightful scenic lakeside town with the spectacular backdrop of Machhapuchhre rising behind it all creates an ambience of peace and relaxation. Pokhara is nestled in a tranquil valley and sports a tropical feel, a fact well appreciated by the beautiful diversity of flowers that bloom throughout. There are innumerable must-see places to discover, from the holy Gupteshower Cave to the historical museums (dedicated to the famous Gurkha Warriors), Sarangkot Hill and the World Peace Pagoda. While you are in Chitwan National Park, climb aboard the local boats to observe crocodiles along the banks. Surrender to the pure pleasure of jungle activities! Safari excursion includes jeep safari, canoeing and bird watching. Unlike African animals, those in Chitwan tend to be rather solitary and shy. But our expert guides knows how to track these elusive creatures and you can enjoy a glimpse or two of some of these endangered animals. We explore the park in a jeep, looking for rhinos, tigers, elephants, wild boars and the masses of beautiful birds living here. Another highlight of this Nepal Vista tour is the amazing experience of the one-hour Everest flight that takes you within the camera range of some of the highest peaks in the world, and cruising this close to the awe-inspiring massifs of rock and ice is an out-of-this-world experience. This scenic Everest flight offers the closest possible aerial views of Mount Everest, Kanchenjunga along with others along the Tibetan border. During the course of this trip, you will have a professional guide at your disposal, and travel on a comfortable private tourist vehicle or a coach. Transfer across cities will be either on an airplane or ground transportation (private vehicle or tourist bus). All accommodation during the tour will be at 2 or 3 star hotels and lodges available in the area. You will have ample opportunity to purchase authentic souvenirs, including carpets, handicrafts, carvings and Thankas (traditional scroll painting) in this trip.

What's excluded

• International airfare and airport departure tax. (See the international flights page)
• Your travel insurance. (See the travel insurance page)
• Nepal entry visa - you can obtain a visa easily upon your arrival at the Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. (Tourist Visa with Multiple Entries for 15 days can be obtained by paying US $ 25 or equivalent foreign currency. Similarly, Tourist Visa with Multiple Entries for 30 days and 90 days can be obtained by paying US $40 and $ 100 respectively. Please bring 2 copies of passport size photos).
• Lunch and dinner in all the places except Chitwan (about USD 15 to USD 20 per person per day).
• All Items of Personal nature like drink, Laundry etc
• Tips for tour staff and driver. (Tipping is expected)
• Others expenses not mentioned in the Price Includes section.

Accommodation