The World Peace Pagoda, a massive Buddhist stupa, is situated at the top of a hill on the southern shore of Phewa Lake. Besides being an impressive sight in itself, the shrine is a great vantage point which offers spectacular views of the Annapurna range, Phewa Lake, and Pokhara city.
We climb the Raniban forest and cross a suspension bridge. After a two-hour hike, we reach the stupa and enjoy the peaceful, scenic beauty. Walking down from the pagoda you have views of Phewa Lake and the mountains. When we reach the lake, a 20-minute boat ride will bring us to the island temple of Barahi. And all its values and mysteries are showcased in the one and only Mountain Museum in the world - the International Mountain Museum, right at the footsteps of the Himalayan range, in Pokhara, Nepal.
With an objective of maintaining systematic records of the successful eight thousanders (the world’s 14 mountains above 8,000 metres), geographic flora and fauna and human activities in the range, the International mountain Museum has been established at the foot step of fishtail peak and gate way to the mountain region. The shape of the museum roof itself resembles mountain skyline to any visitor before entering the museum main gate. Lunch by the lakeside.
Meeting point: Kathmandu hotel pick-up.
Start times: Pick-ups at 9am.
Drop-off times: Tours end at 4.30pm.
Other information: International Museum admission not included.
Royalty and religion take centre stage during this intriguing full day tour of Kathmandu’s palaces and temples. Worlds of pomp and glory, of colour and beauty will come alive before your eyes. See priceless treasures, venerable prayer flags and ancient rituals as you immerse yourself in traditional Nepalese life. Lunch in a typical local restaurant is included.
Your first stop is Patan Durbar Square, the centrepiece of which is the palace where the Malla monarchs who ruled Nepal for six centuries resided. Explore this stunning complex, which boasts a series of beautiful courtyards, temples and shrines, all noted for their exquisite carvings. See the Krishna Temple and Rudra Varna Mahavihar, the Buddhist monastery housing many treasures. Head to the Swayambhu Stupa, which is reached via 365 steps, where on a clear day you can enjoy panoramic views of Kathmandu and far beyond.
At the Baudhannath Stupa, meet the local Tibetan community. See traditional prayer rolls and Tibetan prayer flags. Lunch will be served at this relaxing and quiet location. The last stop is the impressive Pashupati Temple of Lord Shiva. You are free to explore the temple grounds and admire the architecture. Colourful priests known as ‘babas’ wander about while cremation ceremonies take place on the banks of the Bagmati River.
IExplore the stunning Shivapuri National Park in the Kathmandu Valley and visit the famous Budhanikantha Temple along the way. This full day hike takes allows you to discover the great outdoors at the foothills of the roof of the world, admiring stunning scenery, lush landscapes and beautiful views.
After departing the capital, we reach the Budhanikantha Temple, which is about 8km north of Kathmandu. The temple is famous for large statue of the reclining Vishnu in a pond. It is often covered with a tarpaulin a metres above to protect it from the elements. Afterwards, continue uphill to the gates of the Shivapuri National Park.
This stunning natural forest is home to more than 500 species of animals and hundreds more of bird. Begin the hike from the park’s southern boundary. The park is also the source of the holy Bagmati River, which is considered the origin of Nepalese civilisation. Reach the Nagi Gumpa monastery, situated at an altitude of 2,330 metres. Here nuns pray to Buddha (Nepal is a predominantly Hindu country) and foreigners often come to meditate. Continue the steep hike through a narrow trail to Shivapuri.
After lunch, stroll around for a while, before taking a short cut downhill trail to Kopan for about two hours and drive back to Kathmandu. Total hiking time is between five and six hours.
Live the high life in the foothills of the Himalayas with a fascinating hike to Chapakot from Pokhara. Surrounded by verdant valleys, snowcapped peaks, rare flora and fauna and scenic landscapes, the panorama before your eyes gets better and better with each step forward. This is the great outdoors like you’ve never seem them before.
Head west in the morning to the rustic hamlet of Pame, which is about 45 minutes by road from Pokhara. Pame is a typical Nepalese farming community surrounded by many rice and paddy fields. Depending on the season, you can see the villagers working on the land as they water, plant or cut the paddy. It’s a fascinating sight to see the farmers carrying out this backbreaking work, which is one of the few activities that are performed today much like theyr were before the advent of agricultural technology.
From Pame, follow the River Harpan upstream. Most of the farmers depend on the river as they canalise the water to irrigate their fields. The river means life to them. The Harpan flows into the majestic Lake Phewa on which Pokhara is built. Follow the river for a while as you continue along the plains before beginning the hike uphill. The higher you go, the greater the number of small farming villages that you will cross. With every step upward, Pokhara, Lake Phewa Lake and the Himalayan peaks will come into focus on the horizon. Once on the peak, begin the return to Pokhara on the south side of the Lake Phewa.
From Lubhu, continue to Godawari. On the way you will stop at a restaurant to enjoy lunch in a lovely rural setting. Located at the foothills of the 9,154-foot (2,791-meter) Pulchowki Hill, the highest hill of the Kathmandu Valley, lies the lush green Botanical Garden. Home to various types of landscapes and plants, visit the Desert House, Tropical House, Rock Garden and many more stunning areas, providing a perfect final break from the bustling streets of Kathmandu. In the morning you will be picked up by our driver and personal guide at your hotel. We will start today’s sightseeing tour in one of the three Kingdom cities; Bhaktapur.
After a 45 minute drive on the newly opened highway between Kathmandu and Bhaktapur we will arrive in the UNESCO World Heritage City. Bhaktapur still has the appearance of a medieval city and it may give you an impression of what Europe may have looked like centuries ago. Bhaktapur is home to the traditional Newari culture. In Bhaktapur we will visit beautiful buildings such as the royal palace with its golden door, Nepal's highest temple, the five story high nyatapola, potters' square, where the people still make pottery in the traditional way and many, many more attractions.
Bhaktapur will stimulate all your senses and will leave you with an incomparable impression. Before driving to Changu Narayan we will enjoy lunch in the historic centre of Bhaktapur. After lunch we continue to Changu Narayan. In this temple, examples of stone, wood and metal crafts can be seen. The temple is a symbol of the religion and faith of Kathmandu valley and plays an important religious role. The major attraction in this temple is the Vishnu image with ten heads and arms. Apart from the religious value of this site, due to its location on a Hill Top, Changyu Narayan also offers great views on Bhaktapur, Kathmandu and on clear days the Himalaya range.
Meeting/ Pick up point: Hotel.
Duration: 6 hours.
Start or opening time: 9.00am.
End or closing time: 3.30pm.
Languages: English Speaking Guide.
Changunarayan Temple, The ancient temple of Changu Narayana is located on a high hilltop that is also known as Changu or Dolagiri. The temple is surrounded by forest with champak tree and a small village, known as Changu Village. The temple is located in Changu VDC of Bhaktapur District, Nepal.
This hill is about 8 miles east of Kathmandu and a few miles north of Bhaktapur. The Manahara River flows beside the hill. This shrine is dedicated to Lord Visnu and held in especial reverence by the Hindu people. Changunarayan Temple is considered as the oldest temple in Nepal.
Nagarkot, is a village and Village Development Committee located 32 km east of Kathmandu, Nepal in Bhaktapur District in the Bagmati Zone. At the time of the 1991 Nepal census it had a population of 3,504 and had 655 houses in it. At an elevation of 2,195 meters, it is considered one of the most scenic spots in Bhaktapur District. It is renowned for its sunrise view of the Himalaya including Mount Everest as well as other snow-capped peaks of the Himalayan range of eastern Nepal.
Nagarkot also offers a panoramic view of the Kathmandu Valley. Nagarkot is an international tourist destination with spectacular views of the whole Langtang range, sunrise on the mountains and sunset views. There are many nice walk for those wishing to stretch their legs and enjoy the beauty of Nature. You can also choose one of the many pleasant strolls to explore the local village and surroundings.
Lunch at Fort Resort.
Pick up/Meeting point:Hotel lobby at 9.00am
Duration:7 hours
Start or opening time:9.30am
Languages:English
Others:Entrance fees not included
Ultra light aircraft take off from Pokhara and offer spectacular views of the lakes, mountains, and villages. This is an ideal way to see life from a new perspective. The choice of the Pokhara Valley for ultra light aircraft is appropriate chiefly because of the proximity of the mountains, and the scenic lakes. For those who wished they could fly like birds when growing up, this flight is necessary. It might be lonely at the top, but the spectacular view from up high certainly makes it all worth it. Flights are from the Pokhara airport beginning September through June. The flights take place from sunrise to 11a.m. and from 3p.m. to sunset everyday during these months.
Aircrafts: The aircrafts are manufactured in Russia and are powered by Rotax engines. The operational speed ranges from 50 km/hr to 130 km/hr. The high aerodynamic qualities allow this delta wing aircraft to perform long flights even with the engine turned off. In case of emergency, the ballistic parachute system enables the aircraft to perform a safe landing.
Place of Operation of the flight: All flights are from the city of Pokhara, a wonderfully relaxing place; the closest Nepal has to a resort. The magic of the mountains, meandering rivers and the beauty of the valley will give you an impression that you will not soon forget, it will give you optimum pleasure, with safety which no one can beat. The breathtaking snow views and the glittering, icy peaks of the Himalayas around you with the green plains below will take you to another world.
Featured Flights: We operate our ultra light aircraft from Pokhara, the place no tourist visiting Nepal will miss for its snowy peaks and beautiful lakes. It has a unique blend of both mountain and plateau area. We promise to show you the scenic beauty of both the Himalayas and the most famous lake of Nepal, Phewa, in Pokhara, from a bird's-eye view. The flight will be a journey through nature. This is truly a unique experience.
Fly for Fun (15 minutes): Our shortest flight takes you over the city of Pokhara, Fewa lake, near Sarangkot hill, over the Buddha monastery and the south side of the city. This short flight will give you a panoramic view of the whole Annapurna Range with a view of another 8000 meter peak - Dhaulagiri, in the distance.
Nepal Mountain flight (30 Minutes): This flight of medium duration, takes you slightly higher and further. You'll fly over the Tibetan refugee camp and as far as Lama hour, on the northern part of the valley. The view is simply superb.
Discover the picturesque settlements of the Kathmandu Valley with this delightful day trip taking in the villages of Khokana and Bungamati as well as the monumental city of Patan, the temple-rich centre of which is a Unesco World Heritage Site. Lunch in a traditional Newari restaurant is included.
Both Khokana and Bungamati are Newari villages, the ethnic group that accounts for just one in 20 Nepalese but dominates the Kathmandu Valley. In Khokana, traditional crafts are still very much in vogue and villagers can be seen spinning, winnowing and crushing mustard seeds. The town is renowned throughout Nepal for its mustard oil. Stroll through the main street and admire the three-storey Shree Rudrayani temple.
After exploring Khokana, head to Bungamati, which is a 20-minute walk away. Pass by agricultural labourers using ancient farming techniques before arriving at the village itself. In the stunningly beautiful main square look in awe at the Ganesh Temple and the Machhindranath Temple.
The villages are both on the periphery of Patan, where we stop for lunch before exploring its world heritage centre. Main attractions at the Patan Durbar Square include the Krishna Temple with its 21 golden pinnacles, Rudra Varna Mahavihar – a Buddhist monastery that houses many local treasures – and the Mul Chowk central courtyard.
Nepal’s adventure tourism sector is all set to welcome a new member-the Water Touch Bungee. Situated at Hemja near the Tibetan Camp in Pokhara, the around 80m high bungee will consist of a cliff of 50m and 32 m of a steel tower.
The adventure lovers who jump of the steel tower for the water touch bungee will ultimately dive into a natural pond some 15-20m deep. The company who has been operating the Zip-liner in Pokhara is promoting the new establishment as bungee with a thrill. Pokhara is already famous in the world for a plethora of adventure sports from Paragliding, par hawking, zip-flyer, trekking, Stand up paddle and many more. Addition of ‘Water touch bungee’ will surely boost up adventure tourism in Pokhara.
Today start your visit by visiting the most sacred Hindu Shrine “Temple of Lord Pashupatinath” dedicated to subcontinent's great Shiva sites. The supreme holiness of the site stems from the Shiva lingam enshrined in its main temple and its location. It expresses the very essence of Hinduism as pilgrims, priests, devotes, temples, ashrams, images, inscriptions and cremation ghats intermingle with the rituals of daily life, all sprawled along the banks of the sacred Bagmati River. The temple's origins are obscure, an inscription dates from 477, but a shrine may have stood here for 1000 years before that. (Non-Hindus are not allowed to enter the sanctum sanctorum).
Continue to Boudhanath, a great stupa and one of Nepal's most important Buddhist site, with a diameter of over 100 meters, amongst the largest in the world. There are a number of legends accounting for the stupa's construction, but it is generally believed to date from the 5th century. All stupas contain holy relics and Boudha is said to contain the remains of the past Buddha Kasyapa. Boudha is a particular focus for Kathmandu's Tibetan community and throughout the day there is a constant stream of people circling the stupa spinning prayer wheels and reciting mantras. Surrounding the stupa are six major monasteries and a host of smaller ones as well as cafes, restaurants and shops selling Tibetan carpets and Newari silversmiths.