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Holiday in detail  've put together a thrilling journey; one that covers all facets of Nepal. Our tours of Kathmandu, Patan and Bhaktapur will give you first hand experience of how this Kingdom has remained locked away from the world, and only made accessible since the 1950's. Sometimes you'll feel like you're stepping back in time.
We'll take you to the exotic jungle where you'll stay near Chitwan National Reserve. Here we'll take you on safari by elephant to spot rhino and possibly tigers. We'll then move to the world heritage site of Lumbini; birthplace of the Buddha, where you'll be taken by bicycle or rickshaw around this vast location and learn about Buddhism. We'll also provide an optional and free class on meditation and its benefits. No visit to Nepal would be complete without experiencing the Himalaya. You'll have the optional chance to fly around Mt Everest and the mountains on this tour, we'll also visit Pokhara; a beautiful town alongside Nepals' second largest lake and surrounded by the Himalaya. Freetime in this beautiful setting is followed by our journey back to Kathmandu.
Itinerary. Two unique tours in 2012:
31st March - 12th April, 2012
27th October - 8th November, 2012
Day 1, 31st March or 27th October, 2012 Your flight from the UK is, in most cases, overnight arriving next day. Day 2, 01/04 & 28/10 After your flight we meet you at the airport and take you to your hotel, for a comfortable two night stay. In the evening we will take you to a special (included) welcome dinner. HBDay 3, 02/04 & 29/10 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. We continue to the heart of the old city with its pagoda temples and busy thoroughfare of markets and colourfully dressed people. We end the day with a visit to Boudhanath to see how Tibetan culture continues to thrive in Nepal. Evening free to wander into the bustling night markets of Thamel or relax in the hotel. B&B This wonderful journey includes:
Day 4, 03/04 & 30/10
Early morning optional flight over the Himalaya for views of Mt. Everest. We visit Pashupatinath - a sacred place of daily cremations (featured on Michael Palin's 'Himalaya'). We continue to the Unesco city of Patan before continuing to magical Bhaktapur with its ancient squares, architecture and traditional ways of life that haven't changed for hundreds of years. On arrival short walking tour of the city. Here we'll stay for two unusual nights in traditional guest houses. B&B Day 5, 04/04 & 31/10
Time to explore this fascinating city. Bhaktapur is so unique it was used as the setting for the Hollywood movie 'Little Buddha'. Old pagoda temples, cobbled stoned streets and a traditional culture makes our stay here unique. In the morning there is an optional (and free) walk around the city with local young people to see inside their houses; how they live, how they work and how they play. B&B Day 6, 05/04 & 01/11
Drive to Chitwan National Reserve and the exotic jungle where we stay near the reserve. Over the next two days jungle activities begin: Elephant riding safaris to spot rhino (and possibly tigers), jungle walks, bird watching, floating down a jungle river in dug-out canoes in search of crocodiles, as well as a visit to a local village are all included. HB Day 7, 06/04 & 02/11
Breakfast, lunch, dinner included. Activities as above continue. Or just relax and enjoy the peaceful surrounds of being near the jungle. Perhaps this evening, walk to the nearby jungle river with friends to enjoy sunset with a cocktail. FB Day 8, 07/04 & 03/11
After included breakfast, we drive to the world heritage site of Lumbini and the birthplace of the Buddha. Staying overnight we will tour around this vast site by bicycle or rickshaw. There is also an optional (and free) class in how to meditate and its benefits in this classic setting at the place of Buddha's birth. B&B Day 9, 08/04 & 04/11
Today we drive to the lovely Pokhara, alongside Nepal's second largest lake with, on clear days, full views of the Himalaya. Over the next two days you will have free time to explore this beautiful town in its dramatic setting. B&B Day 10, 09/04 & 05/11
There are a multitide of things to do in Pokhara. Perhaps try boating, cycling or other activities along the lake, sample some of the many open air restaurants along it shores, visit its Gurkha or mountaineering museum or enjoy some of its many (and low cost) Himalayan beauty and spa treatments. B&B Day 11, 10/04 & 06/11
Continued free time in Pokhara. There is a look-out point where on clear days you can enjoy sunrise over the Himalaya. You can also enjoy some last minute shopping with its many market stalls dotted along the lake. We also offer an optional drive and trek to a hill village (for a reasonable fee) to learn how to cook Nepalese food in a traditional home. B&B Day 12, 11/04 & 07/11
Morning departure for our drive back into Kathmandu. Rest of the day free. In the evening there will be a special (included) farewell dinner in a classic setting. HB Day 13, 12th April or 8th November, 2012
After breakfast transfer to the airport for your flight home. Codes
FB = Full Board. HB = Half Board. B&B = Bed and breakfast. Mt Everest flight - just £139
 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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