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nepal
Backed by the stunning Himalayan Mountains, Kathmandu provides the perfect starting point for an enlightening tour of this enchanting Kingdom. This highlights tour encompasses the best of Nepal, stunning temple architecture, breathtaking scenery and picturesque walks, all undertaken at a relaxing pace.
CHINA DHAMPUS G PHEDI G G POKHARA KATHMANDU G CHITWAN NATIONAL PARK INDIA M EVEREST
THROUGHOUT THE YEAR, MANY SPECIAL OFFERS ARE AVAILABLE FOR THE HOLIDAYS FEATURED IN THIS BROCHURE FOR LATEST PRICES & OFFERS, SEE YOUR TRAVEL AGENT OR GO TO WWW.KUONI.CO.UK
G NAGARKOT NEPAL
G DHULIKHEL WALKING IN NEPAL CHITWAN EXTENSION Kathmandu
walking in nepal
Kathmandu: 2 nights Dhulikhel: 1 night Nagarkot: 1 nights Pokhara: 2 night Dhampus: 1 nights Kathmandu: 1 night I Day 1 Sat Depart from Heathrow on Etihad Airways via Abu Dhabi to Kathmandu. I Day 2 Sun Arrive Kathmandu and stay two nights at the Annapurna hotel. Rest of the day at leisure to explore this amazing city. B. I Day 3 Mon After breakfast enjoy a relaxing half day tour of the city including Durbar Square, Temple of the Living Goddess, Hanuman Dhoka, the ancient royal residential quarter and the Mahadeva and Parvati Temples. Later visit Swayambhunath Stupa, one of the oldest Buddhist stupas in existence, perfectly complemented with panoramic views of the entire Kathmandu valley. Optional afternoon visit to Patan. B. I Day 4 Tue A morning visit to Bhaktapur, a remarkable ancient town that still retains much of its medieval charm. Spend time discovering the ancient city gateway, Durbar Square, the Royal Residential Quarter of Bhupatindra Malla and various temples including the famous five-storied temple of Nyatapola. Continue on to Dhulikhel for a one night stay at the Mirabel resort. Optional flight over Mount Everest is also available. B. I Day 5 Wed After breakfast a leisurely day of walking through the stunning Himalayan countryside begins with a stroll up to the summit of the Buddhist pilgrimage site of Namo Buddha, perched above the medieval town of Panauti. The contrast of the Buddha statue, surrounding stupas and backdrop of the Himalayas forms a memorable impression. Descend down to Panauti and learn of its history and specialism for highly detailed wood craftsmanship. Later make the short drive to Nagorkot for one night at the Club Himalayas Resort. B.
I Day 6 Thu Early rise to view sunrise over the Himalayas then make the scenic journey to Pokhara via Kathmandu along the Trisuli and Marshyangdi Rivers. Arrive at the Fulbari Resort for two nights. B. I Day 7 Fri Pokhara lies within a beautiful valley situated at a height of 2,950 feet, a rare combination of soaring snow clad peaks, crystal-clear lakes, stream and gorges and picturesque villages inhabited by friendly smiling Gurungs, Magars and other ethnic tribes. The scenery is breathtaking with excellent views of overwhelmingly beautiful mountain ranges. Begin the day with a morning city tour of Pokhara visiting the local market, Bindebasini Temple, Seti Gorge Phewa Lake, Davis Fall and Gupteswore Cave. In the afternoon enjoy a short boat ride on Phewa Lake. B. I Day 8 Sat After breakfast transfer to the starting point for your morning trek to Dhampus, for one night at the Basanta Lodge, situated on a ridgeline overlooking Phedi Valley to the south and the Mardi Valley to the north. From the lodge's landscaped garden you can witness a breathtaking sunset or sunrise with views of the entire mountain ranges. Afternoon free to admire the views and relax or after lunch partake in an optional walk to the old village of Dhampus. B,L,D. I Day 9 Sun Following breakfast it's a morning light walk through scattered villages and paddy fields to Phedi, where you are transferred to the airport for your Yeti Airlines or Buddha Air flight to Kathmandu and one more night at the hotel Annapurna. B. I Day 10 Mon After breakfast depart for your flight back to Heathrow via Abu Dhabi with Etihad Airways, arriving later the same day. B.
Kuoni PLUS OFFERS
airconditioned vehicle For your comfort airconditioned transport is provided for all stays started and completed between Apr01 and Sep30. escorted The Walking in Nepal Tour is escorted by a
professional English speaking local tour manager throughout the main itinerary.
important note The Walking in Nepal Tour includes a
small amount of walking. Whilst this is not too strenuous, please remember you are walking at altitude and therefore can tire quicker. We would not recommend this tour for those with walking, blood pressure or breathing difficulties.
extensions Walking in Nepal Tour Can also be
combined with any tour departing from Delhi (subject to departure dates) and the following extensions following one additional night in Delhi: Corbett (4 nights), Kanha (4 nights), Ganges and Khajuraho (5 nights), Shimla (4 nights), Ranthambore (4 nights) or Amristar (3 nights). Alternatively fly to Goa (7 nights or more) or Kerala (3 nights or more). Please contact us for full details. Chitwan Extension Available from Day 9 Sun driving from Phedi to Chitwan. Includes two nights at the Machan Wildlife Resort, lunch and dinner on Day 9, full board on Day 10 and breakfast on Day 11, elephant rides, bird watching, jungle walks and drives, canoeing and a visit to an elephant breeding centre before driving back to Kathmandu on Day 11 Tue for one final night before departing for your flight back to Heathrow via Abu Dhabi with Etihad Airways, arriving later the same day. Please call for full details.
hyatt regency kathmandu The hotel is set in a 37
acre park and some six miles from Kathmandu centre. A superb luxury hotel with 284 rooms with a variety of restaurants, an outdoor swimming pool, tennis, fitness centre, sauna and Ayurvedic treatments. The hotel can also be added to our tours to extend your stay in Nepal. Please call for further details.
chitwan extension
Chitwan: 2 nights Kathmandu: 1 night I Day 1 Sat to Day 7 Fri As per Highlights of Nepal Tour. I Day 9 Sun to Day 11 Tue See Kuoni Plus box opposite.
HOLIDAY PRICES 01JAN 30MAR 1059 1794 1383 1126 1249 886 31MAR 26APR 999 1699 1315 1189 1329 935 27APR 10SEP 887 11SEP 07OCT 1236 1383 988 08OCT 31OCT 1087 1829 1422 1228 1353 988
F O R L AT E S T P R I C E S & O F F E R S , S E E Y O U R T R AV E L A G E N T O R G O T O W W W. K U O N I . C O . U K
REF NO. HOLIDAY IN990 IN991 IN992 IN993 IN994 IN995 TIGER TRAILS TIGER TRAILS + KANHA TIGER TRAILS + CORBETT WALKING IN NEPAL WALKING IN NEPAL + CHITWAN HYATT KATHMANDU MEAL PLAN MMP MMP MMP MMP MMP RB NO. OF NIGHTS 9 13 13 8 10 7 01NOV 30NOV 1219 1989 1554 1228 1353 988 01DEC 31DEC 1219 1989 1554 1126 1249 886 EXTRA NIGHTS FROM 27 SINGLE SUPP PER NIGHT/TOUR FROM 261 429 422 176 238 27
PRICES IN £ PER PERSON AT TIME OF GOING TO PRESS BASED ON FLIGHTS AS PER DETAILED ITINERARIES HOTEL SUPPLEMENTS Peak season per room per night: CORBETT 2009 Jan01-15 £10. DEPARTURES HYATT KATHMANDU 2009 Jan01-15 £6. Walking in Nepal: Feb 09; Mar 15; Apr 12; Sep 20; Oct 18; Nov 01, 15; Dec 20. Tiger Trail: Jan 17, 31; Feb 14, 28; Mar 06, 13; Apr 03, 17; Oct 09, 23; Nov 06, 20; Dec 18. MEAL PLAN RB full breakfast; MMP meals as shown in itinerary, B = breakfast, L = lunch, D = dinner. Flights as per detailed itineraries. Extension meal plans as per detailed itineraries. Number of days may change with Manchester flights due to schedules. IMPORTANT NOTES Tours are subject to minimum numbers. See p458 for details. On occasions it may Flights are also available with British Airways, Gulf Air, KLM and Emirates at a supplement. be necessary to change tour accommodation. These variations will be to an equivalent standard of hotel. FLIGHT SUPPLEMENTS Ex UK: IN990/92: 2008: Mar21-27 £135, Dec11-24 £140. IN991: 2008: Mar21-27 £70, Dec11-24 £155. IN993-95: 2008: Dec08-24 £105. UPGRADES Available on request. Nepal: Etihad Airways Business Class available to Kathmandu at a supplement on request. Delhi: Virgin Atlantic Premium Economy or Upper Class available at a supplement on request. KUONI PLUS OFFERS For full details and conditions please read p4-15. IMPORTANT HOLIDAY INFORMATION Please read p456-459 before you book your holiday. Please add £33 if total duration more than 14 nights. The price we confirm at the time of booking is the price we guarantee. This includes any increases or reductions to the above prices at that time.
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