Nepal Tour

Kathmandu

Culture, chaos and cacophony reign over this bustling capital of Nepal. Vibrant prayer flags, spiritual temple & stupas, spectacular architecture, lively markets, and quirky cafes beckon you to join in the vivacious spirit of Kathmandu. Do check out its touristy district of Thamel, its hippie-haven Freak Street, and Tibetan populated Bouddha.

Major Attractions of Kathmandu

• Pashupatinath Temple- Pagoda styled temple dedicated to Lord Shiva
•  Hanuman Dhoka- A Royal Palace of the erstwhile rulers of Nepal
• Swayambhunath Temple- Hilltop Buddhist temple with an enormous white –and-gold painted stupa
• Boudhanath Stupa- the largest Buddhist stupa in Nepal
• Kathmandu Durbar Square- A UNESCO-listed site housing courtyards, quadrangles, palaces and temples

Bhaktapur

Bhaktapur, the medieval capital of Nepal, is home to squares filled with pagoda-styled temples and striking palaces. Its brilliant architecture is complemented by its various alleyways dotted with weavers, sculptor, potters, and other artisans depicting the artistic legacy of Bhaktapur.

Major Attractions of Bhaktapur

• Nyatapola Temple- The tallest Newari-built temple in Nepal
• Bhairabnath Temple- Celebrating lord ‘Bhairav’, the formidable avatar of Lord Shiva
• Golden Gate- A spectacular red-gold gateway at Durbar Square
• The Palace of 55 Windows

Patan

This erstwhile kingdom of Lalitpur, now a suburb of Kathmandu, is a beautiful mix of ancestral culture, religion, art, and heritage of Nepal. A city of 55 major temples, 136 Buddhist monasteries, and countless festivals; Patan exudes the essence of Nepal.

Major Attractions of Patan

• Durbar Square- Architectural brilliance. A UNESCO-listed World heritage Site
• Golden Temple- A Buddhist monastery
• Krishna temple-A stone sculpted temple dedicated to Lord Krishna
• Taleju Bell- A petitioner’s bell erected by Malla rulers in 1736 AD

Pokhara

The adventure capital of Nepal, Pokhara is home to stunning mountains, crystal lakes, and thrilling trekking trails. Spend your vacation in leisure, gazing at the tranquil landscapes; trek the arduous Annapurna circuit or try your hand at various adventure activities.

Major Attractions of Pokhara

• Phew Tal- The second largest lake in Nepal
• Varahi Temple- Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu
• Japanese Peace Pagoda
• International Mountain Museum- Dedicated to the mountains of Nepal

Other Destinations in Nepal

• Lumbini- Birthplace of Lord Buddha, a Buddhist pilgrimage
• Annapurna Circuit- A trekking circuit
• Janakpur- The city of ponds, a Hindu pilgrimage

Kerala’s gorgeous Western Ghats are home to other hill destinations like Wayanad, Ponmudi, Idukki and Wayanad.

Adventure in Nepal

A mountaineer’s delight, a trekker’s paradise, and an adrenalin junkie’s potent dose; Nepal is quite synonymous with adventure. Housing eight of the world’s 10 highest peaks, this Himalayan country is a renowned adventurous zone. Let’s look at some of the adventure activities you may enjoy in Nepal:

• Trekking- Annapurna Circuit, Everest Base Camp Trek, Langtank Valley trek, Kanchenjunga Base Camp Trek, and many more
• Paragliding, para-motoring, mountain biking, canyoneering, bungee jumping, paddle boarding, zip-lining, rappelling, and hiking
• White-water Rafting  in rushing waters of River Trishul & River Seti
• Sky diving above Mount Everest

Wildlife in Nepal

Nepal is home to UNESCO-listed National Parks preserving & protecting the exotic vegetation & wildlife of Nepal:

• Chitwan National Park-. Go for a jeep safari and spot elusive tigers, red pandas, snow leopards and Tibetan wolves. Asiatic elephants, black rhino, clouded leopards, marbled cat and a lot other animals. You may also opt for a Maharaja-styled elephant safari in the park.
• Sagarmatha National Park- This park is home to Mt. Everest, the highest peak in the world (8848m). Its thick forests of rhododendrons, silver fir and birch are inhabited by musk deer, snow leopards, Himalayan black bear, red panda, martens, Himalayan wolves, and over 100 species of birds.

Fairs and Festivals of Nepal

• Buddha Jayanti- Celebrating birth, enlightenment and eternal rest of Lord Buddha
• Maha Shivratri- Celebrating the union of Lord Shiva & his consort Parvati
• Dashain- Dedicated to Goddess Durga
• Indra Jatra- Chariot Festival of Kumari, the living Goddess of Nepal