Kathmandu Festival tour

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Kathmandu Festival tour

Nepal

Tours & Sightseeing

Kathmandu is a renowned city for its vibrant culture and heritage. Kathmandu Valley celebrates festivals frequently as it has several festivals throughout the year. During the new year in April mid-week, Bhaktapur city celebrates a week-long festival named Bisket Jatra. During May, Buddha Purnima observed the Bouddhanath stupa and Swoyambhunath stupa. The ever-longest festival of Kathmandu Valley is Rato Machhindranath Jatra which is celebrated in Patan city and Bungmati town. During the rainy season, Gai Jatra is celebrated in memory of relatives who died in the previous year. Another popular festival Indra Jatra is celebrated in Kathmandu during September. Likewise, Dashain and Tihar are the greatest festivals of Nepali. During the festival tour, we can have adventure tours like white water rafting, Jungle safari, trekking, and many more. These festivals are celebrated based on the lunar calendar so the time and date may vary. Here are some of the notable festivals and cultural events that you might consider including in your Kathmandu festival tour:

Indra Jatra: For centuries, Indra Jatra has been celebrated in Kathmandu Valley. The festival is dedicated to honoring lord Indra, the god of rain. During the festival, the chariot processing of the living goddess Kumari is observed.

Dashain: Dashain is celebrated for fifteen days which is the longest festival and is celebrated by Hindus in Nepal. The festival occurs in October normally where the homage to goddess Durga is a primary focus.

Tihar (Deepawali): The festival of lights and color is another great festival of Hindus which is celebrated for five days and each day is dedicated to honor different animals such as crow, dog, cow, and ox.

Likewise, Holi (festival of color and water), Bisket Jatra (celebration during Nepali New Year), and many other festivals can be included in your holiday plan.

Quick Facts

Country : Nepal
Festival Immersion Witness the grandeur of Indra Jatra, the chariot procession of the Living Goddess Kumari, and the lively celebrations of Dashain and Tihar.
Cultural Delights Delve into Kathmandu’s rich heritage, explore magnificent Durbar Squares, and uncover the secrets of Bhaktapur’s architecture.
Adventure Activities Embark on a thrilling white-water rafting trip on the Trisuli River and embark on a captivating jungle safari in Chitwan National Park.
Panoramic Vistas Witness breathtaking Himalayan sunrises from Nagarkot Hill,
Authentic Experiences Savor delicious Nepali cuisine, participate in a Tharu cultural show, and witness the traditional way of life.

Kathmandu Festival tour Highlights

Duration: 8 days
Transportation: Car, Canoe, Jeep
Accommodation: Kathmandu hotel, Chitwan Resort, Nagarkot Resort
Festivals: Indra Jatra (September), Dashain (October), Tihar (October/November) (Dates subject to change based on lunar calendar)
Activities: Temple visits, palace explorations, rafting, jungle safari, sunrise viewpoints, cultural shows, shopping

Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu and Transfer to Hotel

Upon your arrival at TIA Kathmandu, one of our office representatives welcome you and assist you in transferring to the designated hotel. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 02: Explore Kathmandu Valley and Enjoy the Indra Jatra Festival

Early in the morning, we will have an hour’s walk to reach Swoyambhunath Stupa (Monkey temple), explore around Monkey temple, and enjoy the hundred eighty-degree view of Kathmandu city from Swoyambhu Hill. Back to the hotel by car freshen up and have breakfast. After breakfast, drive to Bouddhanath Stupa, which is another UNESCO World Heritage site. Observe the calm and eternal peace around Stupa. You can buy Thangka paintings and other gift items around Stupa. Visit the monastery attached to the premises of Stupa. Finally, we drive to Kathmandu Durbar Square to observe the Indra Jatra Festival. We will walk from the new road gate to Basantapur Durbar Square. We will observe the festival from the rooftop restaurant near Kumari temple. We will walk through the alley of Durbar Square to reach the hotel.

Day 03: Explore Kathmandu Valley

We will continue the tour to visit the religious and heritage sites of Kathmandu. Today we will visit Pashupatinath temple premises. The vibes of inner peace and witnessing of cremation of a dead body on the bank of the holy river Bagmati will be observed. We will drive to Patan city to observe and understand the Newari architecture. In the evening, continue to follow different activities of the Indra Jatra festival in Kathmandu Durbar Square. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 04: White Water Rafting in Trisuli River and Drive to Chitwan Sauraha

After breakfast, we drive to Trisuli River for a rafting adventure. The exciting rafting on Trisuli River, thrilling experiences of rushing rapids against the backdrop of stunning landscapes. We will have lunch around Malekhu and drive towards Chitwan Sauraha. In the evening, we will enjoy the Tharu Cultural show. Overnight at the resort.

Day 05: Jungle Safari Activities at Chitwan National Park

After breakfast, bird watching, crocodiles, and many other wild animals can be seen during canoeing, in the Rapti river. Visit the Elephant breeding center and Tharu museum. Take lunch in the resort and go for a jungle safari in the jeep to witness diverse wildlife, including one-horned rhinos, and Bengal tigers. Enjoy the sunset from the Rapti River bank.

Day 06: Drive to Nagarkot

After breakfast, drive from Chitwan to Kathmandu to reach Nagarkot Hill. Nagarkot is popular for its panoramic views of the Himalayas. Enjoy the pleasant surroundings. Overnight at the resort.

Day 07: Explore Bhaktapur City

Enjoy the sunrise over the Himalayas. After breakfast, drive to Bhaktapur Durbar Square to explore the captivating streets and alleys of Bhaktapur. Marvel at the ancient temples, intricate woodwork, and well-preserved architecture. Bhaktapur offers a unique blend of history and local life, providing a perfect backdrop for cultural exploration and photography. Drive to Kathmandu and stroll around Thamel. In the evening, join a farewell dinner followed by a cultural show.

Day 08: Departure

One of our office members will assist you in transferring to the Airport 3 hours before your scheduled flight.

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