Extension Tour of Nepal with Mount Everest Flight – 3 days

DELHI – KATHMANDU – NAGARKOT – BAKHTAPUR – PATAN

Kathmandu is the capital of Nepal and the city with maximum population in the country. It is located in a valley that includes the two smaller towns of Bhaktapur and Patan. The city lies at an altitude of 4,500 feet or 1,400 meters above sea-level. Kathmandu is an ancient city and the earliest inscription found here is dated 185 CE. The name of the city is derived from a wooden structure situated in the Durbar Square called Kashtamandap. The Sanskrit word Kashta means wood and Mandap means covered shelter. It is said that the two storied structure was made from the wood of one single tree. It does not have any iron nails; it is made completely with wood only. Pashupatinath, the Shiva Temple dates from 5^th century CE. Non-Hindus can view the temple from outside. In the courtyard only Hindus are allowed. It is located about 5 kilometers from Kathmandu city center. The Buddhist Stupa of Boudhanath is about 8 kilometers east of center city. The Stupa of Swayambhunath is believed to have been built very shortly after demise of Lord Buddha. It can be reached by climbing a flight of stairs because it is located on a hill. The most important monuments of Bakhtapur are located in its Durbar square and are: The Golden Gate Entrance to the 55 window palace; the 18^th century Hindu temple in the tantric tradition called Natyapol that is dedicated to the Siddhi Lakshmi Goddess; and the Pashupati Shiva Temple. Like the Bakhtapur city, the city of Patan also has most of its interesting monuments in its Durbar Square. The town of Nagarkot is at an altitude of 7,136 feet or 2175 meters above sea-level and about 32 kilometers or 20 miles from Kathmandu. One has panoramic views of the highest peaks of the Himalaya Mountain.

DAY 1 // Delhi-Kathmandu:

Early morning transfer to airport to board the morning flight to Kathmandu. The half day sightseeing of Kathmandu on this day includes sightseeing at Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa and Swayambhunath Stupa, the drive to Nagarkot for sunrise tour. Overnight in Club Himalaya Resort that is the best in this town.

DAY 2 // Bakhtapur/Patan:

Half day sightseeing of Bhaktapur Durbar Square & Patan Durbar Square, Shopping. Overnight in Hyatt Regency Hotel. This hotel is rated as the best hotel in Nepal.

DAY 3 // Kathmandu/Delhi:

In the morning time for Everest Flight. You will some of the most spectacular views of Mount Everest and some other peaks that the highest in the world in this one hour flight. Such close views are otherwise only possible if you climb these mountains. Transfer to airport to board the flight to Delhi.

Price with Hyatt Regency Hotel in Kathmandu and Club Himalaya Resort in Nagarkot using air-conditioned Toyota Camry car:

$ 1,569.00 per person on the basis of double room occupancy

$ 1,509.00 per person on the basis of triple room occupancy

$ 1,919.00 per person on the basis of single room occupancy

Included in the above mentioned prices:

·         Round trip airfare between Delhi and Kathmandu

·         Accommodations for 2 overnights in hotels with breakfast as per itinerary

·         All transfers in New Delhi and Kathmandu, and sightseeing per itinerary in air-conditioned car

·         Services of an English-speaking guide in each city

·         Entrance fees to monuments as per itinerary

·         Mount Everest flight

·         3.9% Indian government service tax

Not included in the prices:

·         Cost of round trip airfare from USA

·         Airport fee for Kathmandu airport $ 19 per person per flight

·         Visa fee for Nepal. The Nepal visa can be obtained on arrival at Kathmandu airport at a cost of $ 25 per person.

·         Cost of Travel Guard Group Insurance, please inquire the premium amount and coverage details (highly recommended)

·         Cost of lunches and dinners

·         All drinks in hotels & restaurants etc.

·         Still and Video Camera Fees at monuments

·         Tips to drivers and guides as well as any item not included in the above (included) list

·         All expenses of personal nature like telephone calls / laundry / room service charges in hotels etc.

PAYMENTS:

Please fill out the registration form, sign it and mail it with an advance payment by personal check of $ 370. The balance is payable 60 days before departure date. On receipt of the form I will be glad to inform you the travel insurance premium amount. There is an extra charge for payment with credit and debit cards because credit and debit card commissions and fees are not included in the price. Please call or email us for credit or debit card payments.

Travel Guard Group Insurance: is highly recommended, please inquire for premium amount.