Itinerary of City Highlight with Nagarkot in Detail

Day 01 : Upon arrival meeting and assistance at the airport by our representative. Transfer & check-in at hotel. Overnight at hotel.

Meals: B
Sleeping: Hotel Marshyangdi

Day 02 : Breakfast at hotel.
Morning sightseeing tour of Kathmandu city + Swayambhunath.
Afternoon sightseeing tour of Patan + Tibetan Handicraft Centre.
Overnight at hotel.

KATHMANDU
Known as Kantipur, the capital of the Kingdom of Nepal. Here you will visit the temple of the Living Goddess who acknowledges the greetings of the devotees from the balcony of her temple residence. Kashtamandap - the source of the name Kathmandu and supposed to be made from the timber of a single tree and the Durbar Square are with its array of temples overlooked by the Hanuman Dhoka Palace, the ancient place of the Nepalese Royalty.

SWAYAMBHUNATH
Located approximately 4 kms./2.5 miles, this Buddhist Stupa is said to be 2000 years old. The Stupa which forms the main structure is composed of a solid hemisphere of brick and earth supporting a lofty conical spire capped by a pinnacle of copper gilt. Painted on the four sided base of the spire are the all seeing eyes of Lord Buddha. This hill is a mosaic of small Chaityas and Pagoda temples.

PATAN
5 kms/3 miles away from Kathmandu City. Patan also known as Lalitpur, is the city of fine arts, enclosed within 4 stupas said to be built in 3rd century AD, by Emperor Ashoka. You will see the Durbar square; the Krishna Temple built by Kind Siddhi Narsingh Malla, Hiranya Varna Mabavihar and Mahadouddha Temple.

A trip to The Tibetan Refugee Camp and the Handicraft Center will also be done while visiting Patan, where you will witness the hand weaving of Tibetan carpets and mounding of metal statues.

Meals: B
Sleeping: Hotel Marshyangdi

Day 03 : B'fast In Hotel.
Breakfast at hotel.
Morning: Sightseeing tour of Pashupatinath + Bodhnath.
Afternoon: Drive to Nagarkot.
Overnight at hotel in Nagarkot.

PASHUPATINATH
Situated 5 kms. east of Kathmandu City, Pashupatinath temple is one of the holiest temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. Situated amidst a lush green natural setting on the bank of the sacred Bagmati river, the temple built in pagoda style has gilted roof and richly carved silver doors. Visitors will be permitted to view the temple from the east bank of Bagmati river, entrace in the temple being strictly forbidden to all non Hindus. Pashupatinath is the centre of annual pilgrimage on the day of shivaratri which falls in the month of February/March. Behind the temple are the cremation grounds.

BODHNATH
This Stupa, 8 kms. east of Kathmandu City, is one of the biggest in the world of its kind. It stands with four pairs of eyes in the four cardinal direction keeping watch for righteous behaviour and human prosperity. This Buddhis Stupa was built by King Man Deva at the advice of the Goddess Mani Jogini. It is built on an octagonal base inset with prayer wheels. The shrine is ringed by houses of Lamas or Buddhist priest.

NAGARKOT
Nagarkot is one of the most scenic spot situated about 35 km east of Kathmandu from where an excellent view of snow-capped peaks of the Himalayan Ranges in eastern Nepal can be seen (if weather permits), as well as renowned for the spectacular sunrise.

Meals: B
Sleeping: Hotel country villa, Nagarkot

Day 04 : After breakfast drive back to Kathmandu visit Bhaktapur enroute.
Afternoon free for personal activities.
Evening - Typical Nepalese dinner with cultural dance at local restaurant.
Overnight at hotel.

Bhaktapur Also known as Bhadgaun meaning the city of devotees, this place is the home of medieval art and architecture. Lying 14 km/9 miles of Kathmandu City, this place was founded in the 9th century and is shaped like a conch shell. The city is at the height of 4,600 ft. above sea level. In Bhadgaon you will visit the Durbar Square with its array of temples overlooked by the Palace of 55 Windows built by King Bhupatindra Malla. Here you will also visit the Taleju Temple which is the best example of Pagoda style structure in Nepal and stands on five terraces on each of which stands a pair of figures, two strong men, two elephants, two lions two griffins and two goddesses.

Meals: B
Sleeping: Hotel Marshyangdi, Kathmandu

Day 05 : Breakfast at hotel.
Free till departure.
Transfer to the International airport to connect flight for onward journey.