Day 1 – Arrive Kathmandu
You will be met at Kathmandu International airport and transferred to the Hotel Yak & Yeti for a two night stay. Dinner this evening is Nepali food at a local restaurant with a Nepalese cultural folk dance program. (D)

Day 2 – Kathmandu
Visit two World Heritage listed religious sites this morning, the Pashupatinath Temple and Boudhanath Stupa. See devotees taking ritual clips in the holy Bagmati River. After lunch in Durbar Square, tour Kathmandu,visiting the Great Bell, Kala Bhairab – a huge stone image of Shiva at his most fearsome, Kasthamandap – a wooden house built in the 12th century, and Kumari Bahal – home to a young living goddess. Travel up to Swayambhunath Temple, set high on a hill with commanding views of the Kathmandu Valley. (An optional scenic mountain flight lasting about one hour is available before breakfast this morning.) (B,L)

Day 3 – Kathmanduu – Bhaktapur – Dhulikhel
Check out after breakfast and commence the day with a tour of Patan City, the city of fine arts and one of the three queen cities of the valley. Visit Durbar Square, Krishna Mandir, and Mahavihar – Golden Temple of Lord Buddha built in the 12th century. Then visit the ancient city of Bhaktapur, the third major town in the valley. Enjoy the cobblestone streets free of traffic and visit Lion Gate, the five storied Nyatopolo Temple, and the Palace of 55 Windows. After lunch at Bhaktapur, drive to the hill resort of Dhulikhel which lies 32 kms east of Kathmandu on the Arniko Highway that leads to Tibet. In the old days, Dhulikhel flourished as a trading centre handing commerce between Kathmandu and Lhasa. Today it delights visitors with its enchanting culture and stunning Himalayan views. Dinner and overnight at the High View Resort. Dinner and overnight at the High view Resort. (B,L,D)

Day 4 – Dhulikhel – Nagarkot
Take an excursion to peaceful Thundikhel for a short hike uphill to the Bhagavati Temple for views over the surrounding area. Drive back to Nagarkot for beautiful sunset views and dinner and overnight at Hotel Club Himalaya Resort. Your resort room has a balcony from which to enjoy views of the surrounding snow covered mountain ranges. (B,L,D)

Day 5 Nagarkot – Kathmandu
Rise early to catch the sunrise. The views from the hotel dining room are spectacular. Tour Nagarkot tin the morning then drive back to Kathmandu for an overnight stay at the Hotel Yak & Yeti. (B,L,D)

Day 6 – Kathmandu – Pokhara
Transfer to the airport for a morning flight to Pokhara. Lunch is at the Fish Tail Lodge, then take a boat trip on Phewa Lake passing a simple three-story villa, the winter home of the King of Nepal. Stop at the small golden temple nestled in foliage on an island in the centre of the lake. In the afternoon many fishermen and other pilgrims lake their long canoes, carved from three trunks, to the island to visit the shrine. Stay two nights at the Fishtail Lodge in Pokhara. (B, D)

Day 7 – Pokhara
Pokhara is situated in an area of great natural beauty. It’s lakeside setting, mild climate, and views of the Himalaya, add to Pokhara’s charm. Highlights of the day include visits to Mahendra Cave, a Tibetan refugee camp, and sunset views of the Annapurna Range. (B, D)

Day 8 & 9 – Royal Chitwan National Park
An early start today for the drive to Royal Chitwan National Park. This wildlife reserve, one of the best managed and preserved in Asia, contains many species of rare animals and birds. On arrival, a guest briefing will take place, then lunch and an elephant safari and nature walk with boat ride. Stay two nights at the Jungle Safari Resort. (B, L,D)

Day 10 – Chitwan – Kathmandu
Take a sunrise safari before breakfast. Leave the Park and transfer to the airport for a flight to Kathmandu. Transfer to the Hotel Yak & Yeti. (B)

Day 11 – Kathmandu
Day at leisure for shopping or further exploration. (B)

Day 12 – Depart Kathmandu
At leisure until transfer to the airport for exit flight. (B)