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Kathmandu's elevation is 4,368 ft.
Itinerary for
Mar 9 — Mar 15, 2013
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Type:
Lodge
Description:
Established twenty years ago in the lush subtropical jungles of the Terai of Nepal, Temple Tiger provides sensible comfort and a skilled staff to ensure the finest wildlife safaris in Asia today. Temple Tiger is located in the heart of the Chitwan National Park, a world heritage site. Chitwan is one of Asia’s richest and most spectacular wildlife sanctuaries and in 2003 iExplore rated the sanctuary as one of the best “wildlife Safari Destinations of the World”.
Contact info:
P.O.B.: 2451
Kamaladi, Nepal
phone: +44 655855
web:
www.venturetravel.com
Facility amenities:
Electricity in national park is unreliable. Power outages may occur.
Smoking policy:
Yes
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.
Day One: Saturday, March 09
- Fly to Chitwan National Park
Depart From:
Fly to Bharatpur and drive to Chitwan National Park. As you descend towards the Terai lowland of Chitwan, rich wildlife, lush grasslands and sights of rare species of bird and animals unfolds before you. Home to several rare species – in particular, the one-horned rhinoceros, leopard, bear, wild boar, deer, bison, crocodiles – Chitwan national park is rich in wildlife.
Lunch:
Late lunch at the Temple Triger Jungle Lodge.
Afternoon:
After checking into the lodge, in the late afternoon join a jungle safari on elephant back. Travel deep into the jungle for viewing and photographing wildlife.
Dinner:
Dinner at the lodge.
Lodging:
Temple Tiger Jungle Lodge
Meals Included:
Lunch, Dinner
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Type:
Lodge
Description:
Established twenty years ago in the lush subtropical jungles of the Terai of Nepal, Temple Tiger provides sensible comfort and a skilled staff to ensure the finest wildlife safaris in Asia today. Temple Tiger is located in the heart of the Chitwan National Park, a world heritage site. Chitwan is one of Asia’s richest and most spectacular wildlife sanctuaries and in 2003 iExplore rated the sanctuary as one of the best “wildlife Safari Destinations of the World”.
Contact info:
P.O.B.: 2451
Kamaladi, Nepal
phone: +44 655855
web:
www.venturetravel.com
Facility amenities:
Electricity in national park is unreliable. Power outages may occur.
Smoking policy:
Yes
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.
Day Two: Sunday, March 10
- Jungle Safari
Breakfast:
Breakfast at the lodge.
Morning:
After breakfast you will leave on a jeep safari. The jeep safari takes you through jungle thickest in search of game. The safari ends at the river bank where you will then continue on canoe back to the lodge. The canoe ride provides an opportunity for viewing Gharial crocodiles as well as the mugger crocodiles, and varieties of water birds.
Lunch:
Lunch back at the lodge.
Afternoon:
Your naturalist at the lodge will provide an interesting lecture on the Asian elephant, outlining the difference between the Asian & African elephant and their behavior. In the late afternoon, join a nature walk or go on a bird watch with on of the naturalists from the park.
Dinner:
Dinner at the lodge.
Lodging:
Temple Tiger Jungle Lodge
Meals Included:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Type:
Hotel
Description:
The Shangri-La Village Pokhara is your ideal accommodation in Pokhara... fabulous mountain views, spacious hotel rooms... stay in the very heart of all that is pokhara. Capturing the casual but stylish lifestyle of Pokhara, subtle and silent service and impeccable attention to detail awaits you on your Pokhara holiday or business trip... our exceptional Shangri-La Village Pokhara offers you a haven for relaxation where colonial charm meets tropical elegance. All rooms with private balconies and mountain views
Contact info:
P.O. Box: 333
Gharipatan
Pokhara, Nepal
phone: +977 61 462222
web:
www.hotelshangrila.com/pokhara/
Room amenities:
Mini bar, Hair dryer/Shaving mirror, TV with satellite reception, International direct dialing, Tea/Coffee maker in all rooms.
Facility amenities:
In total the shangri~La Village Resort has 61 standards rooms, all of which are more or less identical in their boarding capacity and general layout and décor. 24 Hours Money exchange, Safe deposit boxes, 24 Hours Laundry Services, Tea/Coffee Maker facilities, Doctors on call, Shopping arcade, Handicapped Access, Major international Credit Card accepted, Car Rental, Hospitality Desk / Tour Assistance
Smoking policy:
Yes
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.
Day Three: Monday, March 11
- Tharu Village/Coach to Pokhara
Note:
The coach to Pokhara from Chitwan can take about 7 hours with rest stops.
Breakfast:
Breakfast at the lodge.
Morning:
After breakfast, depart for Pokhara. On the way, stop by a Tharu village, where you will learn about the Tharu people, a tribe of Chitwan. Then continue to visit a local school and meet the children of this village.
Lunch:
Lunch enroute.
Afternoon:
Arrive in Pokhara in the late afternoon and check into the hotel.
Dinner:
Dinner at the hotel.
Lodging:
Shangri-La Village Pokhara
Meals Included:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Type:
Hotel
Description:
The Shangri-La Village Pokhara is your ideal accommodation in Pokhara... fabulous mountain views, spacious hotel rooms... stay in the very heart of all that is pokhara. Capturing the casual but stylish lifestyle of Pokhara, subtle and silent service and impeccable attention to detail awaits you on your Pokhara holiday or business trip... our exceptional Shangri-La Village Pokhara offers you a haven for relaxation where colonial charm meets tropical elegance. All rooms with private balconies and mountain views
Contact info:
P.O. Box: 333
Gharipatan
Pokhara, Nepal
phone: +977 61 462222
web:
www.hotelshangrila.com/pokhara/
Room amenities:
Mini bar, Hair dryer/Shaving mirror, TV with satellite reception, International direct dialing, Tea/Coffee maker in all rooms.
Facility amenities:
In total the shangri~La Village Resort has 61 standards rooms, all of which are more or less identical in their boarding capacity and general layout and décor. 24 Hours Money exchange, Safe deposit boxes, 24 Hours Laundry Services, Tea/Coffee Maker facilities, Doctors on call, Shopping arcade, Handicapped Access, Major international Credit Card accepted, Car Rental, Hospitality Desk / Tour Assistance
Smoking policy:
Yes
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.
Day Four: Tuesday, March 12
- Pokhara/ Sarangkot Village/ Fewa Lake
Breakfast:
Breakfast at the hotel.
Morning:
Depart on a discovery of Pokhara. Explore Sarangkot Village and the Seti River Gorge. During the walking discovery, visit one of the old local markets surrounding the temple. Also visit Hemja Village where a Buddhist Monastery is located. Hemja village is located in one of the remote places of Pokhara, where 90% of the people depend on agriculture for their living.
Lunch:
Lunch at a local restaurant.
Afternoon:
Embark on a one hour boat ride at Lake Phewa. Boating is a must and there are three major boat harbors – Gaurighat (East) just in front of the Royal Palace, Barahighat near the Snow land Hotel (West) – near the Barahi Temple in the middle of the lake and a third one near the municipal camping ground in Kahare.
Dinner:
Dinner on own.
Lodging:
Shangri-La Village Pokhara
Meals Included:
Breakfast, Lunch
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Type:
Full Service Hotel
Contact info:
PO Box 97 Tahachal
Kathmandu, Nepal
phone: +977-1-4273999
web:
www.ichotelsgroup.com/h/d/cp/1/en/hotel/KTMNP/welcome?start=1
Room amenities:
Cable / Satellite TV, Coffee/Tea Maker, Mini Bar, High-speed Internet Access, Wireless Data Connection, Electrical Adapters Available,Phone, Bathtub, Hairdryer, Private Bathroom, In Room Safe, Individually Controlled Air Conditioning
Facility amenities:
Health & Fitness Center (On-Site), Housekeeping & Laundry Services, Travel Services, Foreign Currency Exchange, Entertainment & Recreation, Sauna and Steam bath, Barbeque Grills, Outdoor Pool, Casino, Hotel Shops, Business Center
Smoking policy:
Yes
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.
Elevator:
Yes
Additional nights after:
yes
Please contact Road Scholar Travel Services for more information.
Day Five: Wednesday, March 13
- Pokhara/Fly to Kathmandu
Breakfast:
Breakfast at the hotel.
Morning:
After breakfast, transfer to the airport to connect with flight to Kathmandu.
Lunch:
Lunch on own.
Afternoon:
Free afternoon to explore Kathmandu.
Dinner:
Dinner at a special restaurant.
Lodging:
Crowne Plaza Hotel Kathmandu Soaltee
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Day Six: Thursday, March 14
- Depart Kathmandu for flight home
Depart From:
Freetime in Kathmandu until time for transfer to the airport.
Breakfast:
Breakfast at the hotel.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Day Seven: Friday, March 15
- Arrival Home
Arrive To:
Arrive to the US.
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