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Fewa Lake Pokhara

What to do in Pokhara?

Trekking, rafting, paragliding, mountain flights, city tours, wild honey hunting tours , Jungle Safari, Lumbini (birth place of Lord Buddha), eco tours are the things to do in Pokhara. You can get information from our travel desk at anytime. We provide you tours at reasonable cost with an escorted guide and vehicle service.

Pokhara Valley Sight-seeing (Davi’s Fall, Mahadev Cave, International Mountain Museum, Cultural Museum, Seti River Gorge, Natural History Museum, Gurkha Museum, Old Pokhara Bazaar, Bindabasini Temple, Boating at lake Fewa, Barahi temple visit are the major sightseeing spots.

Things to Do in Pokhara !

Besides this tour, we organize Sunrise and Mountain View tours as tourist come to Pokhara especially for Mountain View. Sarangkot and World Peace Stupa is recommended spots. But, we take to TUSHITA-NEPAL for Sunrise and Mountain View. It is far from the madding crowd and the panoramic view of the Himalayas is awe-some!

Destinations

POKHARA (Valley of Enchanting Beauty)

In 1899 Ekai Kawaguchi, the Japanese scholar who was the first foreigner to visit Pokhara said, “ … in all travels in the Himalayas I saw no scenery so enchanting as that which enraptured me at Pokhara.”

Magnificent views seen from Tushita- Nepal

It is said “If there is a paradise on earth, it begins from north to Pokhara.” Obviously, on the lap of Annapurna Himalayan range, Pokhara is blanketed with emerald blue lakes, lush green forest, deep gorges, underground water falls, caves, hills and rills. This is the only place in the world from where you can see 3 mountains above 800m standing at the elevation of 800m from the sea level. And, Virgin Mt. Fishtail (Machhapuchhre 6993m) is just 21 km away. If Kathmandu is the cultural hub- Pokhara, a place of exhilarating beauty is to refresh- relax and to discover the mysterious creation of nature.

Attractions: Magnificent Annapurna range, Lake Fewa, Sarangkot for sunrise and Mountain View, Tushita-Nepal (meditation center) on the ridge of World Peace Stupa is the best hiking trail for Mountain View and lake view. Paragliding, motor gliding, helicopter charter, natural hot spring, Wild Honey  hunting,  bicycling,  pony ride, visiting astrologers, meditation centers, staying at eco farms. Major city sightseeing are; Davis fall, Gupteshwor cave, Tibetan refugee camp, International mountain museum, cultural museum, Seti gorge, old bazaar, Vindabasini temple, boating at Fewa lake and pay homage in Barahi temple.

KATHMANDU VALLEY (The capital city)

Once upon a time, Kathmandu valley was a big lake. And, according to the legend, the Buddhist lord Manjushree sliced the small hill and drained the water of the lake and made it inhabitable. No doubt, The Newars are the indigenous inhabitants of the valley and the creators of the splendid civilization of its three cities- Kathmandu, Patan and Bhaktapur. Their art and architecture are of sheer magic that one stares for hours. Consequently, UNESCO has declared a world heritage sites to Kathmandu Durbar Square, Patan Durbar Square, Bhaktapur Durbar Square, Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa and Swyambhunath.

The profound religious culture based on a unique amalgamation of Hinduism and Buddhism is very interesting. Multi roofed temples, exquisite monasteries, stone carvings and wooden carvings, and the age-old traditions and religious festivals have kept Kathmandu valley with immense vivacity till today.

Attractions: Sightseeing world heritage sites; Pashupatinath, Boudhanath, Swoyambhunath, Durbar Square, Living Goddess Kumari, shopping at Thamel and Ason area, observing art and architecture, visiting discotheque and casino, Everest Mountain Flight, Meditation centers.

Sightseeing at Patan Durbar Square (city of fine arts): Patan museum, Krishna mandir, Mahabouddha, Hiranya Varna Mahavihar, Kumbheshwor, Jagatnarayan temple, Rudra Varna mahavihar, Temple of Machindranath, Patan industrial estate, central zoo etc.

Bhaktapur (City of devotees):  The palace of 55 windows at Durbar Square, Golden gate, Batsala Devi, The National Art Gallery, Nyatpola temple, Bhairavnath temple, Dattatraya temple etc.

LUMBINI (The Birthplace of Lord Buddha)

Situated on the foothills of the Churiya range of Nepal in the district of Rupandehi, the birthplace of Siddhartha Gautam, the shakya prince and the ultimate Buddha, the enlightened one, is the pilgrimage destination of the world’s millions of Buddhists. It is the pilgrimage site for all who cherish peace and harmony.  UNESCO listed the nativity site and the Ashoka’s pillar as the world heritage site in December 1997. The great emperor of India Ashoka had visited holy Lumbini and promised not to involve in wars again. As an evidence, he erected Ashoka pillar describing his visit to pay homage and his magnanimity in reducing taxes. Mayadevi temple, sacred garden and the sacred pond (where queen Mayadevi had taken bath just before giving birth to the Buddha) are the major attractions of Lumbini. It is approximately 280 Km away from Kathmandu. Lumbini Development Trust (LDT) is the responsible authority for its development and preservation.

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The holy site of Lumbini is bordered by a large monastic zone, in which only monasteries can be built, no shops or hotel or restaurants. It is separated into an eastern and western monastic zone; the eastern having the Theravada monasteries and the western having Mahayana and Vajrayana monasteries. Silently flickering Peepal tree and prayer flags, birds chirping and reflection of gently burning oil lamps on the pond creates peaceful environment. Early morning to late evening pilgrim from various country perform chanting and meditation. The twilight moment is very much peaceful, enchanting and touchy.

In 1896, Nepalese archaeologist team led by Khadga Samsher Rana discovered a great stone pillar at the site attributed to Emperor Ashoka. Records made by the Chinese pilgrim Fa- Xian were also used in the process of identifying this religiously acclaimed site. Despite of crystal clear evidence, construction of duplicate Lumbini in India side has become a shameful act for India government.

Attractions: Lumbini sacred Garden and Bodhi tree, Archeological  excavations, Maya Devi temple, Ashoka Pillar,  Eternal flame, Monastic zone and Stupas, New Lumbini village, Devdaha and Ramgram

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About Nepal

Nepal is a beautiful country with lofty mountains, pristine nature, mesmerizing monuments, typical culture and festivals. Sincere smiles of Nepalese people can evoke the beauty of slow pace of life. No matter how hard is the life but Nepalese people take it easy; they do not shun and call it with hard names. This is what the foreigners have to learn from us. And, surely they have learnt ‘ simplicity is the beginning of nature and the last of an art”.

Nepal stands as a unique destination for nature, culture and adventure. It is one of the most favorite destinations for mountaineers, trekkers and nature lover. Visitors comment “Nepal is so natural and insatiable and visiting your country once is not enough” Definitely, magnificent snow-capped Himalayan range, top of the world Mt Everest, The birthplace of Lord Buddha – Lumbini, trekking through undulating landscape, rafting in raging rivers, Jungle safari in wilderness, pristine nature and enjoying typical festival and culture has surely allured foreigners.

How to reach Nepal ?

Traveling by Air: The Royal Nepal Airlines is the national flag carrier of Nepal with flights scheduled to Delhi, Kuala Lumpur, Dubai, Bangkok and Hong Kong . Other international airlines operating from/ to Kathmandu are Air Arabia (Sharjah), Air China (Lhasa, Chengdu), Arke Fly (Amsterdam), Bahrain Air (Bahrain), Biman Bangladesh (Dhaka), China Southern Airlines (Guanzhou), China Eastern (Kunming), Dragon Air (Hong Kong), Druk Air (Delhi, Paro), Etihad Airways (Abu Dhabi), Fly Dubai (Dubai), GMG Airlines (Dhaka), Gulf Air (Bahrain, Muscat), Indian Airlines (Delhi, Kolkotta, Varanasi), Jet Airways (Delhi, Mumbai), Jet Lite (Delhi), Kingfisher Airlines (Delhi), Korean Air (Seoul), Pakistan International Airlines (Karachi), Qatar Airways (Doha), Silk Air (Singapore) and Thai Airways (Bangkok).

Airfares fluctuate with the changes in exchange rates and are to be paid in foreign currency by foreign nationals. Only Nepalese and Indian nationals are permitted to pay in rupees for air passage between Nepal and India. Departure flight tickets should be reconfirmed three days in advance to avoid inconveniences by possible flight cancellation or changes in the flight schedule. Overweight luggage charges are levied in foreign exchange.

Traveling by road / Entry Points
All visitors entering Nepal by land must use these designated entry points and may not enter from any other point:

  • Nepal-India border: Kakarbhitta, Birgunj, Bhairahawa, Nepalgunj, Dhangadi, Mahendra Nagar
  • Nepal-China border: Kodari

Note: Overland tourists entering the country with their vehicles must possess an international carnet.

VISA FEE & RULES

Tourist Visa

  • Multiple entry 15 days US$ 25 or equivalent convertible currency
  • Multiple entry 30 days US$ 40 or equivalent convertible currency
  • Multiple entry 90 days US$ 100 or equivalent convertible currency

Gratis (Free) Visa

  • Gratis visa for 30 days is available only for nationals of SAARC countries. However, for extension of visa for SAARC nationals, the rule is same as that of other nationals.
  • Indian nationals do not require visa to enter into Nepal.

For Visa Extension:
Tourists can stay for a maximum of 150 days in a visa year (Jan 1 to Dec 31) extending the visa at the rate of 2 US $ per day. However, a minimum amount of 30 US$ has to be paid for a period of 15 days or less.

Further information: Department of Immigration, Maitighar, Kathmandu

Tel: 00977-1-4221996/ 4223590 Website: www.immi.gov.np )

Custom Formalities

Any visitor bringing in more than 5000 US$ or equivalent amount in any other currency/currencies must declare the currency/currencies at the Customs Office in the Airport.

Customs:
All baggage must be declared and cleared through the customs on arrival at the entry point. Personal effects are permitted free entry. Passengers arriving at Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) without any dutiable goods can proceed through the Green Channel for quick clearance without a baggage check. If you are carrying dutiable articles, you have to pass through the Red Channel for detailed customs clearance.

Import:
Apart from used personal belongings, visitors are allowed to bring to Nepal free of duty: cigarettes (200 sticks) or cigars (50 sticks), distilled liquor (one 1.15 liter bottle), and film (15 rolls). You can also bring in the following articles free of duty on condition that you take them out with you when you leave: binoculars, movie or video camera, still camera, laptop computer, and portable music system.

Export:
The export of antiques requires special certification from the Department of Archeology, National Archive Building, Ram Shah Path, Kathmandu. It is illegal to export objects over 100 years old, such as sacred images, paintings, manuscripts that are valued for culture and religious reasons. Visitors are advised not to purchase such items as they are Nepal’s cultural heritage and belong here.

For more information on customs matters, contact the Chief Customs Administrator, TIA Customs Office (Phone: 4470110, 4472266).

Weather & Temperature

It is difficult to say the actual weather and temperature as the climatic conditions of Nepal vary from one place to another in accordance with the geographical features.  In the north summers are cool and winters severe, while in south summers are tropical and winters are mild.  In terai, summer temperature exceeds 38° C However, Pokhara and Kathmandu have moderate and pleasant climate through-out the year. We have five major seasons; Winter (Dec. Jan. Feb), Spring (Mar. Apr), Summer (May,June) Monsoon  (July, August, Sept), Autumn (Oct, Nov).  There is no seasonal constraint travelling in Nepal. Just, it depends what visitors want to do / see; trekking, mountain, floods, festivals, culture, people, greenery, agriculture, shopping, pilgrimage, research, photography, meditation, Ayurveda study, Gemestones research etc.

 Average temperatures and rainfall during peak summer and winter in three places:

   Place   Summer (May, June, July)   Winter (Dec, Jan, Feb)
  Max (°C)   Min (°C)   Rain (mm)   Max (°C)   Min (°C)   Rain (mm)
  Kathmandu   28.1   19.5   312   19.3   3.0   15.4
  Pokhara   29.7   21.3   829.7   20.3   7.7   26.3
  Chitwan   33.0   25.3   404.0   24.1   8.3   13.8