Kathmandu: Kathmandu is Nepal's biggest and most cosmopolitan city, a meeting place of a dozen ethnic groups, and the home town of the Newars. Nepal's master craftsmen and traders extraordinaire. Trade indeed, created Kathmandu for at least a thousand years it controlled the most important caravan route between Tibet and India - and trade has always funded its Newar artisans. Little wonder, perhaps that Kathmandu has so deftly embraced the tourist business.

Bhaktapur: As you walk in, you cannot but be overcome by a feeling of inner harmony. Such is the art and architecture and the spatial layout here. The 15th century Palace of 55 windows, situated to the left as you enter through the city gate, inspires admiration. The National Art Gallery is also housed inside. The entrance to the palace, the Golden Gate, is a masterpiece in therepousse art. In front of the palace building is a medley of temples of various designs. Taumadhi Square lies to the east of Durbar Square reached by a brick paved lane. The towering five roofed Nyatapol temple presides over the square. Dattatreya Square takes its name from the Dattatreyatemple dedicated to a three-headed combination of the Hindu deities Brahma, Bishnu and Shiva.

POKHARA: 200 Km to the west of Kathmandu is Pokhara, an enchanting city nestled in a tranquil valley (altitude 827 m), it is the starting point for many of Nepal's most popular trekking and rafting destinations. The atmosphere on the shore of Phewa Lake is one of excited vitality as hipster backpackers crowd the many bars and restaurants exchanging recommendations on guest houses and viewpoints, both by the lake and above the clouds.

08 Days Central Nepal Tour - FSN NP 07

Day 01: Kathmandu.
Assistance upon arrival & transfer to hotel.
PM: Sightseeing tour of Kathmandu city and Swayambhunath, Overnight at hotel.

Day 02: Kathmandu
Sightseeing to Pashupatinath, Bouddhanath, Patan city. Overnight at hotel.

Day 03: Kathmandu
AM: Visit Bhaktapur City. PM: at leisure. O/N Hotel.

Day 04: Kathmandu
Drive to Pokhara & transfer to hotel. 01 hour boating on Phewa lake. Overnight at hotel.

Day 05: Pokhara
Day free for personal activities. Overnight at hotel.

Day 06: Pokhara/Chitwan
Drive to Chitwan & transfer to hotel. Jungle activities in Chitwan National Park. Overnight at hotel.

Day 07: Chitwan/Kathmandu
Drive to Kathmandu & transfer to hotel. Overnight at hotel.

Day 08: Departure transfers for onward journey.