Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu International airport. Transfer to hotel. Orientation program. Overnight at Kathmandu hotel.

Day 2: Bhaktapur sightseeing. Drive to Nagarkot. Evening sunset view of Himalayas. Overnight at Nagarkot hotel.

After breakfast, we will pick up from your hotel for an hour drive to Nagarkot. On the way to Nagarkot, you will visit Bhaktapur which is 13km away from Kathmandu. Bhaktapur is the oldest city of Nepal known as ‘city of devotees’ retains the charm of the 15th century. You can see the 55 window palace and its ancient art & architecture of different temple and surrounding. After Bhaktapur sightseeing, drive through the green fields and climb through terraced fields to Nagarkot. The drive is scenic with the green valley views and the fabulous Himalayas. Nagarkot is where your hike starts the day after and furthermore, enjoy the evening sunset view from your hotel. For the best view, you can also view through the tower located at the highest point (2175m) in Nagarkot. It is one of the best places to enjoy a sunset with a 360° panoramic view, which includes major peaks in the western Himalayan range: Annapurna, Manaslu. Himchuli, Ganesh Himal, and eastern Himalayan range: Langtang, Dorje Lakpa, Gauri Sankar, Cho

Day 3: Early morning sunrise view. Hike to Changunarayan. Drive back to Kathmandu.

Early morning, you can observe the sunrise view of the Himalayas from your hotel. After breakfast, your hike starts to Chagunarayan. The hiking trail from Nagarkot to Chagunarayan gradually descends through the terraced fields through the ‘Tamang Village.’ The walking is easy with gradual downhill and fairly level paths. It will take about 4 hours to reach Changunarayan, the oldest pagoda style Hindu temple in Nepal. After visiting this UNESCO World Heritage Site you will have your lunch and finally drive back to Kathmandu.

Day 4: Fly to Pokhara. Pokhara valley sightseeing. Overnight at Pokhara hotel

Phewa Lake Phewa is the second largest lake in Nepal and lying at an altitude of 784 m (2,572 ft) it covers an area of about 4.43 square km (1.7 sq mi). Annapurna looms in the distance from the lake and the lake is famous for the reflection of Mount Machapuchare on its surface. Barahi Temple: The Holy Barahi Temple is situated on an island of Phewa lake. Barahi is one of the Asta matrices, a group eight mother goddesses in the Hindu religion. Davis Falls: It was named after Mrs. Davi, a Swiss tourist which her husband overflow the waters swept his wife down the waterfall. An interesting aspect of the falls is that the water travels through a natural tunnel prior. Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave: It is a beautiful cave just opposite to Davis Fall. A giant stalagmite within this cave is honored as a Shiva lingam and the devout flock here to pray. Bindhya Basini Temple: It is the most sacred temples in Pokhara city. It was built during the 17th century. This temple is consecrated to Durga. The devotees worship the saligram or ammonite fossil placed here in her name. World Peace Stupa: On a hill overlooking Phewa Tal from the south is the World Peace Stupa (at 1,113 m) and can observe Manaslu, Annapurna, Machhapuchare (Fishtail, which is named from its shape) and Dhaulagiri Himal. Seti River Gorge: It carved by Seti – Gandaki is one of the natural wonders of Pokhara. KI Singh Bridge perfect view of the river’s dreadful rush and the deep gorge made by the turbulent flow of white water like milk.

Day 5: Early morning drive to Sarangkot for sunrise. Drive back and sightseeing at Pokhara. Overnight at Pokhara

Early in the morning drive to Sarankot to view sunrise in Annapurna Mountain range. The Sarangkot is a famous Hill station nearby Pokhara city at an altitude of 1600 meter from sea level. From Sarangkot you can observe beautiful sunrise over Annapurna mountains. This is also one of the best viewpoints of Mt. Annapurna Range, Mt. Dhaulagiri, Mt. Lamjung to the north. On the southern direction of this hill overlooks the Pokhara city and Phewa lake on the northwestern outskirts. Afternoon Pokhara valley sightseeing. Davis Falls: It was named after Mrs. Davi, a Swiss tourist which her husband overflow the waters swept his wife down the waterfall. An interesting aspect of the falls is that the water travels through a natural tunnel prior. Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave: It is a beautiful cave just opposite to David Fall. A giant stalagmite within this cave is honored as a Shiva lingam and the devout flock here to pray. World Peace Stupa: On a hill overlooking Phewa Tal from the south is the World Peace Stupa (at 1,113 m) and can observe Manaslu, Annapurna, Machhapuchare (Fishtail, which is named from its shape) and Dhaulagiri Himal. International Mountain Museum: Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA), established on 1 Nov 1973, initiated the establishment of International Mountain Museum (IMM) in Pokhara. The basic objective for its establishment was made to record, document and chronicle the past and present development of mountaineering activities in the world in general and to preserve the saga of the momentous feats in the history of mountaineering in the Himalayan peaks in particular. The foundation stone of IMM was laid on 1 Dec 1995. The soft opening of IMM took place on 29 May 2002 where it was officially opened on 5 Feb 2004. Overnight at hotel in Pokhara.

Day 6: Fly back to Kathmandu. Shopping / Leisure. Evening fare well diner. Overnight at Kathmandu

Day 7: Extra day in Kathmandu. Overnight at Kathmandu.

Day 8: Transfer to Kathmandu International airport fly to Lhasa.

In the morning you will be transferred to the Kathmandu airport to depart for Lhasa. It’s a 1hr and 10 min flight by China Southern Air. Upon arrival at Lhasa airport, our representatives will welcome you and assist to transfer to Tsethang. In the afternoon sightseeing tour of Yambu Lhakhang and Cha Duk Monastery. Overnight at hotel in Tsedang.

Day 9: Visit Samye Monastery and explore the valley. Overnight at hotel in Tsedang.

This day you will visit Samye Monastery and explore the valley of the ‘cradle of Tibetan civilization’. Overnight at hotel in Tsedang.

Day 10: Drive to Gyangtse. Afternoon sightseeing and overnight at Gyantse

Drive to Gyantse via Yamdrok Lake. In the afternoon you will visit Khumbum Stupa and Phalkor Monastery. Overnight at hotel in Gyantse.

Day 11: Drive via Shalu to Shigatse. Sightseeing tour of Tashilhunpo Monastery and the free market of Shigatse. Overnight at Shigatse.

Day 12: Move to Lhasa by train. Sightseeing tour of Sera Monastery, Jokhang Temple and Barkhor market. Overnight at hotel in Lhasa.

Day 13: Sightseeing tour of Potala palace and Drepung Monastery. Overnight at hotel in Lhasa

Day 14: Transfer to Gonggar airport for your flight to Kathmandu. Arrival in Kathmandu. Transfer to hotel. Overnight at Kathmandu hotel

Day 15: Extra day. Shopping. Preparation for departure. Overnight at Kathmandu hotel.

Day 16: Transfer to Kathmandu International airport for final departure.