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Day – 01
Varanasi / Delhi – Kathmandu:
By Flight

Reach Kathmandu and check into the hotel.

The Katmandu Valley, the political, commercial and cultural hub of Nepal, is the first for the majority of visitors to Nepal. Once a separate kingdom in itself, it contains three fabled cities – Katmandu, Patan and Bhaktapur. Each is an artistic exposition of graceful temples, elegant palaces, brick paved courtyards and quaint streets. There are seven UNESCO World Heritage sites in the valley.

In the afternoon visit the DURBAR SQUARE. It is the historic seat of royalty. The Durbar Square, with its old temples and palaces, epitomizes the religious and cultural life of the people. It is here that kings of Nepal are crowned and their coronations solemnized. Interesting things to see here are: Taleju Temple built by King Mahendra Malla in 1549 AD, the temple of Kal Bhairav, the God of destruction, Nautalle Durbar, Coronation Nasal Chowk, the Gaddi Baithak, the statue of King Pratap Malla, the Big Drum and the Jagannath Temple.

On the right hand corner, a large wooden lattice screen hides an enormous gilded face of Sweta Bhairav. The screen is removed only during the Indra Jatra festival. There are also the Numismatic Museum and Tribhuvan Museum inside the Hanuman Dhoka Palace building. Photography is prohibited inside the museum. Both the museums remain closed on Sundays, Mondays and government holidays.

In the evening enjoy a local dance program with an authentic NEPALI DINNER at the cultural centre.

Overnight will be at Kathmandu.

Day – 02
Kathmandu:

Breakfast will be at the hotel.

Proceed for visits to PASUPATINATH, SWAMBHUNATH & BOUDHNATH.

The temple of Lord Shiva, Pashupatinath, with two tiered golden roof and silver door is considered one of the holiest shrines for Hindu. It is Top Hindu temple of the world. Although only Hindus are allowed inside the temple, visitors can clearly see the temple and the activities performed in the temple premises from the eastern bank of the Bagmati River.

The Buddhist temple of Swayambhunath situated on the top of a hill west of the city is on the most popular and instantly recognizable symbols of Nepal. The temple is colloquially know as the 'monkey temple' after the large tribe of handsome monkeys which guards the hill and amuses visitors and devotees with tricks, including slinding gracefully down the double banisters of the main stairway to the temple. The roving monkeys quickly snatch up any offerings of food made by devotes and will just as quickly grab anything you may be carrying.

Proceed to visit BOUDDHANATH. The Stupa of Bouddhanath lies 8 km east of Kathmandu. This ancient colossal Stupa is one of the biggest in the world, and the center of Tibetan Buddhism in the world.

Overnight will be at Kathmandu.

Day – 03
Kathmandu:
 
Proceed for a full day visit of PATAN & BHAKTAPUR after breakfast.

Patan, the second-largest city in the valley, lies just across the Bagmati River from Kathmandu, but it's a much quieter and less frenetic place to visit. The city is justly proud of its temples and artisans and it is their handiwork that provides the focus of the stunning Durbar Square - choc-a-block with the largest display of Newari architecture in Nepal. It includes the Royal Palace, which contains a richly decorated bathtub, and the two-tiered brick Jagannarayan Temple.

Look up to the roof struts to see carvings of figures engaged in quite athletic acts of intercourse. A few minutes' walk north of the square is the Golden Temple, a Buddhist monastery guarded by sacred tortoises that potter around the courtyard; and the Kumbeshawar, reputedly the oldest (1392) temple in Patan. South of the square is an area of charming streets lined with metal smiths and Brassware shops. Patan's other attractions are flung further. Among them is a collection of four stupas, thought to have been built over 2500 years ago, and Nepal's only zoo, which features a reasonable assortment of rhinos, tigers, leopards and bird life. Palm readers gather in the park outside - they may be able to point out which animal you'll be reincarnated as.

Situated at an altitude of 1,401m, Bhaktapur covers an area of four square miles. Bhaktapur or the city of Devotees still retains a medieval charm and visitors to this ancient town are treated to myriad wonders of cultural and artistic achievements. The past glory of the Malla rulers continues to be reflected at the Durbar Square. Pottery and weaving are its traditional industries. Bhaktapur is famous for woodcarving, the Bhadgaolen topi (cap) and curd. The city lies about 14 km east of Kathmandu.

Overnight will be at Kathmandu.
 
Day – 04
Kathmandu – Delhi - Departure:
By Flight

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.

Later as per the flight timing proceed to airport to board the flight for Delhi. Reach and enjoy last minute shopping.

As per the flight timings you will be transferred to the International airport for your onward flight taking back HAPPY memories.
 
TOUR ENDS!

COMPASS TOUR INCLUDES:

• ACCOMMODATION AT MENTIONED HOTELS,
• BUFFET BREAKFASTS AT THE HOTELS,
• SIGHTSEEING TOURS AS MENTIONED IN THE ITINERARY,
• AC VEHICLE FOR ALL TRANSFERS & SIGHTSEEING AS PER THE ITINERARY,
• LOCAL ENGLISH SPEAKING GUIDES AT ALL APPLICABLE PLACES,
• ASSISTANCE AT THE AIRPORTS ON ARRIVAL / DEPARTURE,
• ASSISTANCE AT STATIONS ON DEPARTURE AND ARRIVAL,
• NEPALI DINNER WITH CULTURAL DANCE IN KATHMANDU,
• AIRFARE IN ECONOMY / COACH CLASS FOR THE SECTOR VARANASI/DELHI - KATHMANDU - DELHI,
• ALL APPLICABLE TAXES AND SERVICE CHARGES,
• ALL ROAD TAXES, GOVERNMENT TAXES AND DRIVER ALLOWANCES.

HOTELS:

CITY	CONFIRMED STANDARD HOTELS	CONFIRMED DELUXE HOTELS	NIGHTS
Kathmandu	Shankar	Radisson / Soaltee	03

TOUR PRICE:

OCCUPANCY DETAILS	TOUR PRICE WITH STANDARD HOTELS	TOUR PRICE WITH DELUXE HOTELS
PER PERSON ON DOUBLE / TWIN OCCUPANCY	899 $ / 599 € / 544 £	1066 $ / 733 € / 655 £
PER PERSON ON SINGLE OCCUPANCY	1344 $ / 899 € / 811 £	1599 $ / 1099 € / 988 £

NOTE:
Please note that lunches and dinners are not included (if not mentioned in the inclusions) along with movie camera, etc. fees at the monuments, tips and personal expenses. All hotels / flights mentioned are guaranteed at the time of quotation. Indian Visa along with international return airfare is not part of the tour package.

The above mentioned prices are valid for travel dates between OCTOBER 2011 and APRIL 2012 EXCLUDING THE NEW YEAR & CHRISTMAS PERIOD (20TH DEC – 10TH JAN). If you plan to travel during the Christmas & New Year period then please request for the tour price.