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Children's and youth groups An exciting mix of ancient cities, riding elephants in the jungle, the pilgrimage birthplace of the Buddha, a hill town, the spectacular Himalaya, and fun activities – all in just two weeks! Organised by BBC presenter Steve Carver, Angel Holidays also specialises in tours specifically for children and young adults. These wonderful programmes are designed to promote the learning of new cultures through a mixture of fun, physical activity and cultural exchange all in a safe and responsible environment. As Angel Holidays is ethical there is also a charitable element to each tour where we help children or a charity. Please see our example below. Programmes can also be tailor-made for your group: we can add a charitable, home-stay or social work experience; such as a days' teaching Nepalese children, as part of your stay. Please contact us to discuss your needs. All tours are professionally managed, and your association's mentors, teachers or supervisors are actively encouraged to take part in the trip, as part of our team. We typically prefer a ratio of one tutor/teacher per five children. International flights from the UK are not included but we can help you find these typically flight prices start at around £450. Please contact us for more information. Your wonderful journey Only £899 Day 1, In flight Your flight from the UK is, in most cases, overnight arriving next day (some flights leave the UK evening around 9 pm). Day 2, HB After your flight we meet you at the airport and take you to your Kathmandu Hotel for a comfortable two night stay. In the evening there will be an (included) welcome dinner in classic surroundings. Day 3, BB We begin our tour of old Kathmandu with a visit to the iconic Swayambhunath, perched on the top of a hill overlooking Kathmandu Valley with its shrines and temples. Our tour of old Kathmandu is followed by the ancient (and UNESCO) city of Patan. Evening free.This wonderful journey includes:
Day 4, BB
Early morning optional light-aircraft flight over Himalaya for views of Mt. Everest (there is an additional cost of £129 for this). We visit Pashupatinath - a sacred place of daily cremations (featured on Michael Palin's 'Himalaya'). We then visit Boudhanath to see how Tibetan culture continues to thrive in Nepal. Later we continue to the ancient city of Bhaktapur for a two night stay in the old city with its medieval squares, architecture and traditional ways of life that haven't changed for hundreds of years. Day 5, BB
Today is unique in that we are going to be taken around old Bhaktapur by young people who live there. You will see how they work, how they play; their religions and how they worship, as well as being taken inside traditional homes. This is an experience well beyond the normal aspects of tourism and in this ancient place will be fascinating. Day 6, HB
Morning drive to Chitwan National Reserve and the exotic jungle. Here we'll stay in a comfortable lodge on the edge of the reserve. Tonight included evening meal. Day 7, FB
Breakfast, lunch, dinner included. Jungle activities begin: Elephant riding safaris to spot rhino or tigers, jungle walks, a jungle river trip by dug-out canoe, as well a visit to a local jungle village are all included; you could even wash the elephants in a jungle river!  Day 8, BB
Continue to Lumbini birthplace of Buddha, for a 1 night stay - unusually inside a monastery (guest house) near the sites. Today our jovial monk will take the children around Lumbini by bicycle and rickshaw, explaining the story and history of the Buddha. Cycling will be a lot of fun too! Children may also be taught the theory of meditation and how it can be used practically, as well as experiencing the monastery at first hand. Day 9, BB
We leave the monastery behind us and drive to the hill town of Tansen where we stay overnight in a quaint guest house. We'll meet older children from a local school who'll take us around this small hill town, giving us an insight into their lives. You'll have the chance to make new friends too! Day 10, BB
Today we continue to the beautiful town of Pokhara surrounded by the Himalaya and stay near its lovely lake - Nepal's second largest. Rest of the day free to enjoy the many restuarants and open air cafes along the lake. Day 11, BB
This morning we go on to the lake to learn kayaking. After a basic introduction we'll set off to explore the lake and its lovely shores. In the afternoon we drive to a nearby Gurkha museum run by retired Gurkha soldiers. This is followed by a visit to a colourful Tibetan refugee village. Angel Holidays will be donating a much needed television to an old persons' home here on behalf of the group. Day 12, BB
After such a busy schedule today is a free day to continue to enjoy the lovely setting of Pokhara. There is plenty to do from boating, to shopping along its colourful lakeside stalls. Bicycles can be hired cheaply to ride around the lake, there are numerous beauty treatment and massage centres as well as attractive cafes and restaurants. If teachers are brave enough, they could try their hand at tandem paragliding or micro-lighting too! Day 13, HB
Today we make our scenic drive back to Kathmandu. In the evening there will be a special (included) farewell dinner. HB Day 14
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FB = Full Board. HB = Half Board. B&B = Bed and breakfast. RO = Room Only. Your hotels
Prices are based on two young persons per hotel room. Your hotel in Kathmandu will be comfortable tourist class with en-suite facilities. Bhaktapur is a very old city and we'll stay in a quaint simple guest house - with larger groups we may use more than one guest house. In Chitwan, accommodation will be a comfortable (en-suite) lodge. Lumbini will be a clean, comfortable room with private bathroom. Tansen will be similar. Pokhara will be a comfortable tourist class guest house with private bathroom. Prices include
All activities, internal transport, food as specified, guides and support staff. Each group has a dedicated Tour Leader from Angel Holidays, as well as local instructors and guides chosen for their experience with young people. Your group's leaders/organisers will also come along as part of our team. Please contact us about these places. Mt Everest flight - just £129
 An optional extra on your journey is a spectacular early morning flight over the Himalayan mountain region and Mount Everest. Typically a 6am start on Day 4 (although this may change due to weather conditions) we take you to board a small light aircraft (everyone gets a window seat) where you experience this dramatic 45 minute flight. Payment for the Everest flight must be made locally in Nepal preferably in £UK sterling. No credit cards can be accepted so please budget for this. You need to reserve your place on the booking form with no payment until you're in Nepal.
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