Twin Charms of Nepal - 5N/6D - 4* DLX

Today you get to kick-start your cultural discovery! We have a lot of sightseeing in store for you starting with Kathmandu, the nerve-center of Nepal. It flaunts its rich history and vibrant culture in every possible nook and cranny.   Visit Pashupatinath Temple. According to religious belief Lord Pashupatinath is the almighty God and savior of all human beings. It is therefore said that all Hindu should pay homage to Lord Pashupatinath at least once in their lifetime for their eternal peace and salvation. Also, visit Guheshwori temple, dedicated to Guhyeshwari or Adi Shakti. The temple is also a Shakti Peetha and is about 1 km east of Pashupatinath Temple and is located on the southern bank of the Bagmati River. It is said that this temple is the Shakti chair of PashupatinathTemple. Then after make your way to the largest stupa in the world Boudhanath Stupa built in the fifth century. Before the present day Stupa was build, it was an overnight camp of Tibetan businessman. Today it is best site to observe Tibetan lifestyle, culture and religious practices of monks. It is also popular for Tibetan Jewelry, hand-woven carpets, thanka, masks, khukuri, knives, and more Tibetan products. Continue towards, Patan Durbar Square- the center of Fine art. Patan Durbar Square and as you walk past the whitewashed gate, you enter a square lined with cafes, grocery stores and huge iron bells. Still beyond the alleys lie mostly medieval neighborhoods of the city. Temples and Stupas are in abundance, in various shapes, sizes and antiquity. Overnight in Kathmandu.

Following breakfast, our adventure begins with a scenic Drive to Pokhara (210 kms 7 hours of drive) offering views of rivers, terrace fields and captivating view of the Annapurna range as you near the city- scenic lake city. Feel free to take a stroll through the city in the evening or relax by the lakeside. Overnight in Pokhara.

A short drive before the crack of dawn, takes you to Sarangkot to witness the most amazing sunrise over the panoramic view of Annapurna, Dhaulagiri and Manaslu mountain range. You can paraglide in Sarangkot as the option is available on request. Return back to hotel for breakfast. Proceed for visit to Bindhabasini Temple dedicated to goddess Durga- the deity of supreme power, right in the center of the bazaar. The 16th century architecture is sure to delight you. Davis falls, or “PataleChanggo” in Nepali is actually an underground waterfall. The water flows under the ground through its natural tunnel of 500 feet from the fall made by the water currents beneath the land. Move towards Mahadev Cave, also known as Gupteshwor Cave is limestone cave with its shrine desiccated to Lord Shiva.  The cave is said to have been discovered in 16th Century. Watch the Seti Gorge standing atop the MahendraPul. Flowing right through the city, the river runs completely underground at places. There’s lot more to do in Pokhara, just stride down to the lakeside area in the evening.   Overnight in Pokhara

After breakfast Drive back to Kathmandu. Upon arriving, transfer to your respective hotel. Rest of the time free at leisure you can visit thamel area for shopping on your own ride. Overnight in Kathmandu.

Our cheerful representative will drop you off to the airport three hours prior to the flight departure. The mystic land of the Himalayas holds many more secrets to be told. Come back again for another adventure visiting our spectacular mountains.