Day 1 : Bagdogra - Gangtok (120 km / 5 hrs)
You are welcomed at IXB airport by the representative of our local agency or by your English-speaking guide. Departure to Gangtok and settled in the hotel. Free evening.
Night at the hotel
Day 2 : Gangtok
The visit of Tashi point of view, Ganesh Tok, Hanuman Tok, Floralies, Family industry and Handicraft center, Institute of Tibetology, Dro-dul Chorten, Enchey Monastery, Banjakhri waterfall (6 h).
Overnight in Gan
Day 3 : Gangtok Tour
After breakfast you take the road to Tsomgo Lake (12,400 feet) which is 55 km by way from Gangtok city. Overnight in Gangtok. (In the event of a landslide or any other reason Lake Tsomgo is closed, we will provided alternate tours.)
Day 4 : Gangtok / Darjeeling (100 km / 4 hrs)
In the morning, departure for Darjeeling (6,950 feet). Arrive in Darjeeling and settle in the hotel. Late afternoon visit to Happy vally tea state Night at the hotel.
Day 5 : Gangtok
Tour After breakfast you take the road to Tsomgo Lake (12,400 feet) which is 55 km by way from Gangtok city. Overnight in Gangtok.(In the event of a landslide or any other reason Lake Tsomgo is closed, we will provided alternate tours.)
Day 6 : Darjeeling / Bhadrapur / Kathmandu
Flight Bhadrapur-Kathmandu (Buddha Air U4-954) 14:55 hrs - 15:40 hrsAfter breakfast, depart for Bhadrapur for your flight to Kathmandu. Arrival in Kathmandu. Kathmandu is the largest city, capital and heart of Nepal. Once thought to be the legendary and inaccessible Shangri-La, Kathmandu is a growing tourist destination catering to all budgets. In the distant dawn of unrecorded time, so legend tells us, the Kathmandu Valley was a turquoise lake with a wonderful lotus flower resting on it. Manjushree (Padmasambav) a holy patriarch of China sliced the wall of the valley with his flaming sword of wisdom at Chovar and let the dry appear. The Kathmandu Valley includes the three former royal cities of Patan, Bhaktapur and Kathmandu having their own ornate palaces and palaces each listed as World Heritage Sites. There are cobbled lanes in the palace squares with a fascinating maze of temples, shrines, markets and life revolving around it. Reception and assistance at the airport and installed at the hotel in Kathmandu.Overnight in Kathmandu. Note: Our Indian vehicle (Innova) will move to Panitanki. From Panitanki to Bhadrapur Airport Transfer will be conducted by non AC vehicles as per availability (it may be Sumo or Maruti Van or similar). Please note that willingness to transfer depends on the political situation in Nepal.
Day 7 : Kathmandu
After breakfast visit Kathmandu Durbar Square, Swayambhunath Stupa and Patan Durbar Square.Kathmandu Durbar Square is located in the heart of the old city of Kathmandu. The foundation of the Durbar (royal palace) dating from the Licchavi era. With considerable renovations by Malla rulers and later the Ranas, construction was carried out gradually over several centuries. There are about 50 temples in the vicinity. Visit the 17th century Durbar complex, Hanuman Dhoka, Parvati temple, Great Drum and Bell, Bhairav, Taleju Temple and a cluster of temples clustered around it. A few steps away is the Temple of the Living Goddess, where guests can catch a glimpse of the Kumari at one of the open windows overlooking the inner courtyard. All around the splendor of historical monuments is the bustle of the market square. Vegetable vendors, flute trees, vendors with their wares displayed on their person, souvenir peddlers and a street shop selling imported goods and tucked away in a quiet corner of the glistening Pearl Market for made-to-order pearl necklaces. High on a green hill west of Kathmandu is the great stupa of Swayambhunath, a site over 2,500 years old that marks the point where the legendary patriarch Manjushree discovered the lotus of the ancient lake valley. Swayambhunath offers a bird's eye view of the city of Kathmandu. This huge stupa is one of the holiest Buddhist sites in Nepal and its creation is linked to the creation of Kathmandu. The faithful circumambulation of the stupa clockwise, turning the banks of prayer wheels and even complete prostrating are done in reverence. Patan is also called Lalitpur or the 'city of fine arts' and is the oldest city in the valley. This Buddhist city is said to have been founded by Emperor Ashoka in the 3rd century BC. Patan is the cradle of arts and architecture in the valley, a major center of both Buddhist and Newari religion of arts and crafts with 136 bahals or courtyards and 55 main traditional temples. Well known among these are the Krishna Mandir and Hiranya Varna Mahavihar. Overnight at your hotel in Kathmandu.
Day 8 : Kathmandu
Half day visit Pashupatinath Temple and Boudhanath Stupa. Pashupatinath Temple is considered as one of the holiest shrines of all Hindu temples worldwide. The Shiva Temple, Pashupatinath, with multi-tiered golden and silver roof gates is famous for its superb architecture. Entry to the temple grounds is prohibited to non-Hindus. They will only be able to see from the eastern bank of the Bagmati River overlooking the cremation grounds. This magnificent two tiered golden temple with four silver triple gates is the unique example of Nepalese temple architecture. It is one of the largest Hindu temple complexes in Southeast Asia with hundreds of Shiva lingas, icon shrines of various Hindu God and Goddess within. Boudhanath is the largest stupa in Nepal and is located on flat land and surrounded by houses and monasteries, where Rinpoche resides. Boudhanath is also called “little Tibet” because of its unique atmosphere resembling old Barkhor market place in Lhasa. Many Tibetans visit here as a place of pilgrimage and negotiation. Visit nearby monasteries and mediate for some time with the monks and get blessings. Free afternoon. Possibilities of optional tourist visits / shopping etc. Overnight at your hotel in Kathm
Day 9 : Kathmandu
NagarkoteMorning city tour of Bhaktapur Durbar Square. Bhaktapur also known as Bhadgaon is the home of medieval art and architecture and still retains its rich medieval aroma. A town of farmers, Bhaktapur is known also for its pottery and weaving. Bhaktapur is the most charming and best preserved of the three towns in the valley. Visit the Ancient Gate, Durbar Square the royal residential area of Bhupatindra Malla, Batsala Temple, Bhairavnath Temple, Dattatreya Temple, Pujari Math and 55 Window Palace. Walk to the famous Nyatapole Temple, the five storied pagoda style temple, the largest temple in the country guarded by a series of mythical animals and deities overlooking the Bhairav Temple dedicated to the Tantric deity of Bhairav. Later depart to Nagarkot hill. Nagarkot hill, situated 2175m above sea level, Nagarkot is a popular tour and hill destination of Nepal. It is famous mountain view. Five of the 10 highest mountains in the world: Everest (8848m), Lhotse (8,516m), Cho Oyu (8,201m), Makalu (8463m) and Manaslu (8,163m) as well as many other lesser peaks can be accessed from this location (on a clear day). The place is surrounded by the terraced hill and the most beautiful landscapes. Walk around Nagarkote village. Installed at the hotel in Nagarkote. Possibility of sunset / mountain view from the hotel (weather permitting). Overnight at your hotel in Nagarkot.
Day 10 : Nagarkote
Kathmandu – DepartureEarly morning possibility of mountain/sunrise view from hotel (weather permitting). After breakfast, return to Kathmandu. Transfer to the airport for your international flight. Flight Kathmandu - Delhi