Bethanchwok, located on the southern hills of Kavrepalanchwok, is believed to be the highest peak of the Mahabharat Range. Located at an altitude of 3000m from the sea level, it boasts different views of the hills and Himalayan ranges. Some places of Makwanpur and Janakpur can also be seen from Bethanchowk. Hilltops in Nepal are one of the best place for sightseeing in Nepal many offering views of Tibetan peaks on the North and Indian plains in the south. Bethanhowk is one of them. Actually, this whole mountain is called Bethanchowk Narayanthan, named after the small temple, Narayanthan, enshrined at the hilltop. Narayanthan is crowded with devotees during the Fagu Purnima every year. The peak is usually known as Narayanthan rather than Bethanchowk. People also refer it as the King of the Hills. The suitable month for visit is Mangsir according to the villagers.
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- Detailed Travel Plan
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- Day 1 : Arrival in Kathmandu
- Day 2 : Sightseeing: Pashupati, Boudha and Swyambhunath
- Day 3 : Sightseeing: Patan and Bhaktapur and drive to Dhulikhel
- Day 4 : Drive to Namobuddha and hike to Balthali
- Day 5 : Drive: Balthali to Dhungkharka and hike to Camp
- Day 6 : Hike to Peak and Visit Narayansthan Temple and downhill to Dhungkharka and drive to Kathmandu
- Day 7 : Drive to Kurintar, Rafting in Trishuli and drive to Chitwan.
- Day 8 : Jungle Activities
- Day 9 : Drive to Pokhara
- Day 10 : Sightseeing in Pokhara
- Day 11 : Fly back to Kathmandu
- Day 12 : Departure
- Day 1 : Arrival in Kathmandu
Arrival in Kathmandu and Transfer to Hotel at Lazimpat at Munu's Travel Home. Munu's Travel Home is homestay run by family of Sher. On the first day there will be no any program, The team will help you to exchange money, get Sim card and later in the evening brief about the Tour, meet Guide and enjoy the diner.
- Day 2 : Sightseeing: Pashupati, Boudha and Swyambhunath
After breakfast at the hotel, commence the sightseeing tour of Pashupati, Bouddhanath Stupa and Sywambhunath.
Pashupatinath Temple: Pashupatinath Temple dating back to 400 A.D. is one of the oldest Hindu Temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is for the Hindus what Mecca is for the Muslims. Situated amidst a lush green natural setting on the bank of the sacred Bagmati River, the temple built in Pagoda Style with gilded roof and richly carved silver doors. Pashupatinath is the centre of annual pilgrimage on the day of Shivaratri which falls in the month of February/March. You’ll also be able to see cremation grounds that lie on the bank of Bagmati behind the temple.
Bouddhanath: The world’s largest stupa. Bouddhanath is the center of Tibetan culture in Nepal. The 36-meter-high stupa of Bouddhanath is one of the largest stupas in South Asia. Bouddhanath Stupa was renovated by Licchavi rulers in the eighth century. The mandala design in Bouddhanath is a copy of the one in Gyangtse in Tibet. The stupa is located in the area of ancient trade route to Tibet where Tibetan merchants rested and offered prayers for many centuries. When refugees entered Nepal from Tibet in the 1950s, many decided to live around Bouddhanath.
The Buddhist temple of Swayambhunath situated on the top of a hill west of the city, is on the most popular and instantly recognisable symbols of Nepal. The temple is colloquially know as the 'monkey templ' after the large tribe of handsome monkeys which guards the hill and amuses visitors and devotees with tricks, including slinding gracefully down the double banisters of the main stairway to the temple. The roving monkeys quickly snatch up any offerings of food made by devotes and will just as quickly grab anything you may be carrying. - Day 3 : Sightseeing: Patan and Bhaktapur and drive to Dhulikhel
Today Sightseeing in Patan and Bhaktapur. The city of Patan is believed to have been built in the third century B.C. by the Kirat dynasty. It was expanded by Lichhavis in the 6th century A.D. and again by the Mallas in medieval period. The Malla kings ruled the Kathmandu Valley until the ascension of the Shah dynasty. In 1768, King Prithvi Narayan Shah began his campaign to unify Nepal and Patan became a city in the kingdom of Nepal.
The place of 55 windows, the stone temple of Batsala Devi full of convoluted carvings, innumerable temples, architectural showpieces like the Lion Gate, the statue of king Bhupatindra Malla, the picture Gallery, the Batsala temple etc are the major focal points of Bhaktapur Durbar square and it was listed in the UNESCO World Heritage Monuments List in 1979.
After the sightseeing is over drive to Dhulikhel - Day 4 : Drive to Namobuddha and hike to Balthali
After Breakfast drive to Namobuddha, visit Monastry and then hike to Balthali Village, there will be packed lunch, it is estimated about 2-3 hours Hike to Balthali. While on hike you will see beautiful village and landscape. You will stay a homestay. later have campfire evening with BBQ on demand. Prepare for next day, though it is easy trek, we suggest to have trek boot.
- Day 5 : Drive: Balthali to Dhungkharka and hike to Camp
After Breakfast drive to Khopasi and then to Dhungkharka, then start to hike to camp. This is about 4-5 hours trek and you will have overnight at tented camp. there are homestay dhungkharka but at high altitiude there is not possible for homestay. there is1 tea house which is underconstruction. while on hike you will walk uphill and have good view to Mountain range on north. It is beleived that from the top terai belt is seen. and It is also the highest mahabharat range and the top is 3000m. And this is religious and historic for Nepalese and may devotees visit on mid March.
- Day 6 : Hike to Peak and Visit Narayansthan Temple and downhill to Dhungkharka and drive to Kathmandu
Next day early in the morning hike to Peak which is 15 mins walk and then discover the beautiful sunrise and mountain raange and also the terai range. after the breakfast hike to Dhungkharka and then drive to Kathmandu. Lunch at Panauti and also visit Panauti Temple.
- Day 7 : Drive to Kurintar, Rafting in Trishuli and drive to Chitwan.
You will be driven to Kurintar early in the morning. After 4-hours drive, you arrive in Kurintar. Under the guidance of a river guide, you venture into a rafting at Trishuli River. Rafting along the exciting rapids of Trisuli River like Twin Rock, Ladies Delight and Scout Upset can be a mind-blowing experience. During this meticulously organized river trip, you journey through breath-taking alpine scenery and amazing rapids cutting through some of the most varied geology. After the day's activity you will be driven to Chitwan.
Chitwan National Park is a large and beautiful nature reserve occupying 932 sq. km. of land inhabitant of endangered royal Bengal tiger and the one-horned Indian rhino. Chitwan National Park was protected since the 19th century as a hunting reserve for Nepali royals and foreign aristocrats. In a famous hunting expedition, King George V and his son Edward VIII managed to slaughter 39 tigers and 18 rhinos in a single blood-soaked afternoon. Unfortunately, habitat loss and poachers continue to decimate the number of tigers and rhinos. Today, there are less than 80 tigers and 500 rhinos left in the Park. There are more than 50 species of mammals in Chitwan including monkeys, tigers, leopards, sloth bears, wild boar, hyenas, deer, elephants and rhinos. There are also 450 different species of birds and 67 species of butterflies. The main attraction of Chitwan is the Elephant Safari. It is a unique experience to explore the jungle on the back of a trained elephant. While you are not likely to see the Bengal tiger, you should be able to see the Indian rhino and enjoy one of the nicest nature reserves of the Indian sub-continent. Watch out for branches – particularly if you are sitting behind other passengers.
Tharu dance
A melodious tribal dance performed by men and women with rhyme or drums and the clashing of sticks embodies and projects how to keep away the rhino and other wild animals from the human habitat and their farming land. You can enjoy your evening after dinner and watch the Tharu Stick Dance. We will arrange dance for your enjoyment adjacent to our Restaurant.
Lunch, Dinner and overnight at Lodge. - Day 8 : Jungle Activities
After having hearty breakfast at the resort commences the Dugout Canoe ride.
Elephant Safari:
Seated high on the back of an elephant, gain a unique viewpoint of the Chitwan jungle. As an experienced mahout tracks animals through the dense jungle growth as you sit back on a howdah, you can imagine yourself being a Rajah or Rani going on a shooting trip (with cameras of course!) in the days of yore. An elephant safari allows you to go places that would be impossible to get to by foot or Jeep and get up close to the wild animals of the jungle that are normally wary, but at home with a fellow creature of the jungle
Bird watching
Chitwan is an ornithologist’s delight and a must for any serious twitchier, as more than 450 species of exotic birds such as the Oriental Pied Hornbill, Paradise Flycatcher, and Lesser Adjutant Stork congregate at this biological hotspot of Asia. Our experienced guides will take you to select spots ideal for birding, where you can observe a breathtaking diversity of these beautiful feathered creatures.
Dugout Canoe ride
Floating down to Rapti River by dugout canoe is the best way to discover the habitat of crocodiles on the bank of the river. It is also a relaxing and better way to watch the different kind of birds and wildlife species when they come to the bank of the river to drink water.
Elephant Breeding Center
Was established in 1985 at Royal Chitwan National Park (RCNP) and is the only EBC in Nepal. At the Elephant Breeding Program, 4km west of Sauraha, elephants are breed and trained. The best time to visit is in the afternoon when the elephants are fed. The Elephant Breeding Centre of Sauraha with great tourist attraction is said to be one of the only 3 such centers in the world.
Elephant skin is extremely sensitive to sunburn and insect bites; they roll in dust and mud and throw dust on their backs to help protect their skin. This was one of such moments when this restless young Elephant tried to get rid of insect.
Tharu village visit
Tharu are indigenous people of the Terai. They have a distinct architectural style, building solely of the natural materials found in the area; straw, wood and mud. Even though by now almost all Tharus are Hindus some elements of their tribal religion can still be found. The villages are often peaceful, non-industrial havens, with the inhabitants engaged in a yearly agricultural circle.
Drive back to lodge.
Lunch, Dinner and overnight at Lodge. - Day 9 : Drive to Pokhara
You drive through Prithvi Highway approx 180 kilometer to Pokhara. On your way, you will pass by the banks of Trishuli River, villages, cultivated fields, picturesque landscape and snow-capped Himalayan peaks. You also get excellent views of Himalchuli, Dhaulagiri, the five peaks of Annapurna and Machhapuchhre. After reaching Pokhara, you can either go for boating on Phewa Tal or spend your time as you wish.
PM: 1 hour boating at Lake Phewa.
Spend a quiet time boating in the ultimate lake where the reflections of Mount Annapurna and Macchapuchare range falls. You will also see a variety of fishes while boating. An island temple is located at the middle of the lake. Thick forest lies on the adjoining southern slopes of the lake. It’s hard to escape the draw of Phewa Lake and any visitor with even a few spare minutes should endeavour to take a boat out on the water to fully experience the wonderful views of the reflected mountains.
Overnight at Hotel. - Day 10 : Sightseeing in Pokhara
Devi's fall: Locally known as Patale Chhango (Hell's fall), Devi's fall is an amazing waterfall lying about 2 km south-west of Pokhara airport on the highway to Tansen. It was named after Devi, a Swiss lady who was swept away when the floodgates were accidently opened, never to be seen again.
Seti River Gorge: Carved by Seti River, the gorge is one of the natural wonders of Pokhara. Ki Singh Bridge
Bagar, Mahendra Bridge & Prithivi Highway Bridge near Bus Park provides a perfect view of the deep river gorge with turbulent rush of milk like water.
Tibetan Villages: Tibetan Villages, Tashiling in the south and Tashil Palkhel in the north of Pokhara Valley are the two Tibetan villages that are inhabited by the Tibetan people who keep themselves busy by producing and trading woollen carpets and other handicrafts.
PM: Free.
Overnight at Hotel. - Day 11 : Fly back to Kathmandu
In the morning you will be taken for an excursion to Sarangkot for Sun rise view will take approx 30 minutes from Pokhara. Sarangkot, located at an altitude of 1592 m, it is the highest point on the Pokhara valley rim. From here you can see the whole Pokhara Valley and the Annapurna ranges (Annapurna South, Annapurna I, Machhapuchure , Annapurna III , Annapurna II , Annapurna IV and Lamjung Himal).
Drive to airport fly to Kathmandu will take a 30 minutes flight back to Kathmandu. On reaching Kathmandu, you can spend the remaining hours as you wish.
Overnight at Hotel. - Day 12 : Departure
After breakfast at the hotel transfer to airport fly to onward destination.
We ensure that you will leave your hotel with cherishing memory and an experience of a lifetime. Our representative from Explorer Nepal will drive you to the airport in time for your flight back home.
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