The Himalayas by Air, from East to West
India, Bhutan, Myanmar, China, with an extension to Nepal - Storied mountains, hidden cultures, ancient civilizations, and rare wildlife.
Post Trip to Nepal
Price: $2465
Single Supplement: $2530
Day 19
Monday, April 7
Kathmandu, Nepal
Fly commercially from Lhasa to Kathmandu (approx. 4,400 feet above sea level) and check into Dwarika's, an intimate hotel hand made by Nepalese craftsmen. This afternoon walk to Pashiputinath, the most sacred Hindu temple in Nepal, where Hindu Sardhu's pray and perform rituals and cremations at the riverside Ghats. Dinner this evening will be at a traditional Nepali restaurant.
Lodging:Dwarika's Hotel, 1 night (D)
Day 20
Tuesday, April 8
Chitwan National Park
Early this morning (weather permitting) take a stunning 45 minute scenic flight to Mt. Everest, followed by a short commercial flight to Chitwan (approx. 500 to 2,600 feet above sea level). On arrival safari vehicles and canoes take you to the trail head for a 30 minute walk to the tented camp at Tiger Tops. Enjoy an afternoon elephant back safari.
Lodging:Tiger Tops Tented Camp, 2 nights (B,L,D)
Day 21
Wednesday, April 9
Chitwan National Park
Enjoy a full day game viewing by elephant, canoe, safari vehicles, or on foot. Search for rhinos, crocodiles, deer, monkeys, bears, a variety of birds, and possibly a sighting of the elusive Royal Bengal Tiger. There will also be a chance to visit the Elephant camp for a talk by local elephant experts.
Days 22 - 23
Thursday, April 10 - Friday, April 11
Kathmandu
After a morning of game viewing, fly to Kathmandu. This afternoon is free with dinner at a local restaurant. The following day explore the Buddhist temple complex of Boudinath which is home to some 10,000 Buddhist monks, then drive to the ancient town of Bhaktapur which remains unchanged. After lunch drive to Thamel and enjoy a free afternoon of shopping.
Lodging:Dwarika's Hotel, 2 nights (B,L,D)
Day 24
Saturday, April 12
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