Kathmandu Excursion with 3 Days Trek - 6 Days

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1 Kathmandu Excursion with 3 Days Trek - 6 Days Kathmandu Excursion and 3 days trek is one of the finest combination trip (excursion and trek) designed by Amigo Treks and Expedition. This combination is suitable for people who are looking to enjoy both the natural and the cultural attractions of Nepal in a very short period of time and for those who are seeking for a trekking experience without tiring their muscles. In this trek, one can enjoy the beauty of nature, extending from snow capped mountains, hills, forest, sunrise/sunset views, rivers, waterfalls, wetlands, to the centuries old art and architecture (some dating back to the 5th and 12th century) and the culture and lifestyle of people, their settlement, farming style and religion. You just require 6 days of your life to experience how all these things are in perfect harmony. The Kathmandu Excursion and 3 days trek is a 6 day package that promises the benefits of full board during the trek and bed and breakfast in Kathmandu. A professional, experienced and licensed English-speaking guide will also be provided both for the Kathmandu Valley sightseeing tour and the trekking. The package also included all the ground transportation required during the trip. For more convenience, you will also be provided with a free map. Moreover, you can also enjoy a welcome and a farewell dinner hosted by the company. Moreover, Amigo Treks and Expedition also allows you in customizing this package to your requirements, ensuring competitive rates, 100% departure and special group discount on all the customized packages. Although, this trip includes 3 day trek, it is easy and is also suitable for children and elderly. This trip is also very much fulfilling for people, who are here for a short vacation and do not have much time for longer treks. This trip can be planned any time of the year, however, if you want the weather condition to support you, spring and autumn are the best time to plan this trip in Nepal. Starting with an excursion to UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Kathmandu, the trip will be continued with three day trek to Chisapani, Nagarkot and Changunarayan (respectively) and will be ended with an excursion to the Bhaktapur Durbar Square (UNESCO World Heritage Site located in Bhaktapur). Moreover, if you are looking to explore more of Nepal in a short time period, add two more days to your vacation and try 8 Days Best of Nepal Tour package. Enjoy the trip. Outline Itinerary Day 01: Arrival day Day 02: Kathmandu Valley sightseeing Day 03: Drive to Sundarijal and Trek to Chisopani

2 Day 04: Trek to Nagarkot Day 05: Trek to Changu Narayan; Bhaktapur excursion and Drive to Kathmandu Day 06: Departure day Trip Includes Arrival from airport by private vehicle 3 night s accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast One day Guided city tour of Kathmandu valley with private car Welcome and Farewell dinner at one of the most popular and typical Nepalese restaurant with traditional dance & Music Accomodation during trek (lodge/tea house) All meals during trek (breakfast/lunch/dinner) One AmigoTrek Leader (Gov. Licensed and first aid trained with his entire expenses, equipment and insurance Porter and his entire expenses All the Gov and local taxes Down jacket and sleeping bags Departure transfer by private vehicle Medicine kit box for a group Trip Excludes Nepal arrival Visa Fly to in Nepal and fly out from Nepal Your meals at Kathmandu except Breakfast All required monument entrance fees Entire beverages, mineral water, beer etc during hiking Travel insurance (Which must includes trip cancellation, evacuation) Personal nature expenses

3 Tips to Guide and Porter Any extending trips Useful Information: The Federal Democratic Republic of Nepal Area: 1,47,181 sq kms Elevation: 60m to 8,848m above the sea level Natural divisions: Terai region (Plains), Elevated Flatlands and Hills and Mountain region Capital: Kathmandu Population: 27 million (more than 91 ethic groups and 70 different languages) Language: Nepali (native as well as official) and English Currency: Rupees National flower, bird and animal: Rhododendron, Lophophorous (Danphe) and Cow Neighboring countries: Republic of India (east, south, west) and Peoples Republic of China (north) Popular tourist destinations: Kathmandu, Patan, Bhaktapur, Pokhara, Lumbini, Chitwan, Janakpur, and Gorkha Destinations listed under UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Pashupatinath, Swayambhunath, Boudhanath, Kathmandu Durbar Square, Bhaktapur Durbar Square, Patan Durbar Square, Lumbini, Chitwan National Park and Sagarmatha National Park. Mountains: 8 out of world s 10 tallest mountains including Mt. Everest. 240 peaks over 20,000ft Best travel seasons: Spring (March, April, May) and Autumn (September, October, November) are the best seasons; however, Nepal can be travelled any time of the year. Climate: The climate of Nepal varies according to the elevation. The humid, tropical Terai receives the most monsoonal rain and records the country s highest temperature. The lower hills (900-2,700meters), including Kathmandu Valley are sub-tropical, with hot summer and moderate winters with only the occasional

4 frost. The higher hills (2,700-4,000 meters) are temperate as the hills get plenty of rain, fog and frost. Above 4,000meters, the mountains have cooler, drier alpine climate and daily temperatures vary wildly depending on sunshine, wind and altitude. Flora: 6,000 species of plants (out of which 245 species are only found in Nepal), 118 ecosystems, 75 vegetation, 35 forest types, 319 species of orchid, 50 different species of grasses, 30 species of Rhododendron Fauna: Over 500 species of butterflies, 850 species of birds,185 species of mammals Nagarkot: Located 32 km east of Kathmandu, Nagarkot is a hilltop village set on a ridge northeast of Bhaktapur. Situated 200m above the sea level, this hill station is a famous viewpoint of sunrise and sunset over the Annapurna, Manaslu, Ganesh, Langtang, Jugal, Rolwaling, Everest and Nambur range in Nepal. One can also enjoy the picturesque view of the Kathmandu valley and the Shivapuri National Park. Chisopani: Chisapani is a very popular mountain view point located not very far from the Kathmandu city. About 5 hours walk from Sundarijal will take us to this vantage point that presents the view of the eastern Himalayan range. This place is one of the most recommended sites for people, who want to enjoy the great mountain views without nearing the mountains. Changu Narayan: Changu Naryan is an ancient pagoda style Hindu temple in the Bhaktapur district and is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. The temple exhibits several masterpieces of 5th and 12th century Nepalese art. The temple is located on the hilltop 8 miles east of Kathmandu and is surrounded by Champak tree forest and a small village, called the Changu Village. The temple holds a lot of cultural and historical importance. Therefore, this is one of the must-visit sites in Nepal. Communication Facilities: Postal, Freight and Cargo Services: The Central Post office is located in Kathmandu near Dharahara Tower. It is open Monday to Friday. The opening and closing time from Monday to Thurday is 10:00 am and 5:00 pm respectively; however, on Friday the office is closed after 3:00 pm. Stamps, aerograms and postcards can be purchased from 7:00 am to 7:00 pm. You can enjoy the services like registration and insurance of mail and packages and IRCs exchange. Large parcels are handled by the Foreign Post Office, which is open Monday to Friday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Express Mail Service (EMS) is available at GPO and at Thamel, Bashantapur and airport postal counters. Postal counters are also situated at the airport in Kathmandu. Telephone Services: Both landline and mobile phone services are available in Nepal. Nepal Telecommunication Corporation located at Tripureshwor is a national service provider that

5 provides telephone, fax, telex, STD, ISD and telegraph services. Some private sectors also provide telephone services. Network coverage is good throughout Nepal except in some rural Himalayan places. Almost all the hotels and private communication sectors provide long distance telephone and fax facilities. During your stay in Nepal, you can buy and use a local SIM card, that is prepaid phone cards (requires 2 passport size photos and passport visa copy to purchase the SIM). The country code for Nepal is and the area code of Kathmandu is 01. For other inquiries regarding the telephone number 197 can be used. Long distance call rates can be quite expensive, therefore, it is best to use the internet phone. Internet phones are easily accessible in the major cities of Nepal. Internet Services: and Internet services are very popular in most part of the country these days. All you need to do is find an internet café. Most of the hotels in the major cities of Nepal provide internet service for the convenience of their guests. The rates in the cities are much lesser compared to the rates in the rural areas. Most of these internet cafes also provide fax, photocopy, and scanning services. Medical Facilities: It is very easy to find a hospital or a private clinic in the Kathmandu Valley. In fact, Nepal s top general hospitals and private clinics are located in Kathmandu. These hospitals and private clinics provide top quality service. Other major cities also have a good number of general hospitals. However, in the rural areas of Nepal, health posts have been set up by the government to provide health and medical facilities for both local and visitors. All kinds of medicines are available in Kathmandu. For the reduction of deaths among trekkers, an association named Himalayan Rescue Association (HRA) was founded in the year The head office of HRA is located in Lazimpat near the north gate of the Palace Museum. During peak season, it operates aid posts in Pheriche (Khumbu region) and Manang (Annapurna region) managed by expatriate physicians. However, its main job is to provide free advices to trekkers on altitude sickness, equipments and the condition of trekking routes. Travel Insurance: If you are planning this trip in Nepal, a travel insurance policy that covers all the added expenses that might result due to various health issues, injuries or accidents is a must. Moreover, it should also cover death, misplaced luggage, theft and liability, cancellations, medical treatment (including hospital charges, cost of medicine, doctor s fees) as well as repatriation cost. It is also necessary to ensure that the insurance policy covers all extra activities that you are planning to accomplish throughout your stay in Nepal.

6 Food and Accommodation: We always make sure that our customers get the right value for their money. Therefore, we always attempt to make some of the best arrangements for our customers. To ensure a comfortable stay, we book a tourist standard hotel in Kathmandu, before and after your trip. Normally, the rooms are twin share, where you will have to share your room with another member of your group. However, this totally depends on the size of your group and the availability of rooms in the hotel. On request, triple share can also be arranged. However, extra charges will be applicable for a single supplement. Breakfast is provided in the accommodation in Kathmandu. During the trek, your accommodation is arranged in a lodge or tourist standard hotel (subject to availability). These accommodations provide all the basic amenities. Full board meal (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Tea/Coffee) is provided during the trek. Usually breakfast and dinner are provided in the accommodation itself and lunch are ordered from local restaurants. Both, typical Nepali and Western food will be served during the trip, depending upon your choice and availability. Vaccination and Medicines: Although you will be consulting your doctor before planning the trip, we highly recommend you to get few vaccinations like Hepatitis A, Japanese Encephalitis, Polio, Rabies, Tetanus, Typhoid and Malaria before planning your trip to Nepal. Moreover, we also recommend your to carry few medicines like Aspirin or Panadol for pain and fever; Antihistamine as a decongestant for cold allergies and to prevent motion sickness; Antibiotics, Kaolin preparation (Pepto-Bismol), Imodium or Lomotil for upset stomach; Rehydration mixture- for the treatment of severe diarrhea; Antiseptic, Mercurochrome and antibiotic powder or similar dry spray for cuts and grazes; Calamine lotion for irritation from bites or stings; bandages, band aids, a pair of scissors, tweezers - for minor injuries; insect repellent, sun block lotion, lip balms, water purification tablets, throat lozenges, moleskin, Sulamyd 10% eye drops, and Acetaminophen (Paracetamol, Antacid tablets) in your personal first aid kit. Why choose Amigo Treks and Expedition as your next travel partner? Amigo Treks and Expedition presents a wonderful opportunity to help you visit those areas, culture and traditions of Nepal that have seldom been explored before. The trip itineraries are fully customized to meet each customer s requirements, needs and interest. We also partner with local people to help you explore more unseen places of the region you choose to travel. We are highly dedicated and offer years of experience to plan an outstanding adventure trip for you.

7 Nevertheless, customer service is our top priority, therefore, we cater to every possible needs of yours, during your stay in Nepal, be it food, accommodation, varied destination or your communication needs. We highly believe in responsible tourism and also dedicate our service for the development and betterment of the community. Despite all these facilities, our best packages are offered at very competitive rates with special group discount. When should I plan this trip? This trip in Nepal can be planned any time of the year. However, the best season to plan this trip is either spring (March-May) or Autumn (September-November). These seasons support us with the weather, climate and better visibility. What should I wear? From May through October, lightweight clothing is recommended; however, warm garments are required if you are planning your trip sometime in between October and March. An umbrella or a raincoat is a must during the rainy season (June-August). Your pack list should contain following items: Head: Hat (with a wide brim), Sunglasses with UV protection, Sunscreen lotion, Lip balm Upper body: T-shirt (2), Light and expedition weight thermal tops, fleece jacket, or pullover, fleece wind-stopper jacket (optional), waterproof shell jacket and down vest and/or jacket. Hands: Lightweight gloves, heavy weight gloves/mittens with a waterproof outer shell Lower body: Underwear (4), Hiking shorts (2), Lightweight cotton long pants, light and expedition weight thermal bottoms, fleece or wool pants, waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell pants Feet: Thin, light wear inner socks(4), thick, warm wool hiking shocks (4), hiking boots with spare laces, camp shoes (sneakers and/or sandals), gaiters (when hiking in winter) Accessories: Headlamp with spare bulbs and batteries, small padlock or combination lock, basic first aid kit, large plastic bags for keeping items dry inside trek bag, daypack (you will carry your own small daypack), water bottles (2), hiking poles/walking sticks, ear plugs. Toiletries: Soap, shampoo, toothbrush, small wash towel Extras: Camera with extra batteries and cards/films, Binoculars, Reading book, Journal & Pen, Travel games.

8 Our legal documents: Registered under the government of Nepal, Amigo Treks & Expedition is a fully licensed and certified company. Therefore, this company holds complete authority to operate treks, tours, expedition, hiking and many other tourism related services in the Nepal, Tibet and Bhutan. In addition to this, we are also a very active member of the following organizations. Nepal Tourism board (NTB) Trekking Agents Association of Nepal (TAAN) Kathmandu Environment Education Project (KEEP) Ministry of Finance, Department of Taxation Company Registration Office, Pvt. Ltd. Ministry of Tourism and Civil Aviation, Department of Tourism Industry Passport and Visa Information: It is very easy to obtain Nepal s visa. You may either apply for a visa at your nearest Nepalese Embassy/Consulate or Mission offices in your own country or you can buy this upon your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. To apply for a visa, you need 2 passport size photographs, Visa fees in US dollars and your passport that is valid for at least 6 months before the trip. However, nationals of SAARC countries (India, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Maldives and Afghanistan) and China do not require any visa to visit Nepal. Transit visa for foreign nationalities is only provided for 3 days. Therefore, visa is required for longer stays. However, for the convenience or foreign nationals, a visa is also provided from the borders listed below: Tribhuvan International Airport (Kathmandu) Kakarvitta, Jhapa (Eastern Nepal) Birgunj, Parsa (Central Nepal) Kodari, Sindhupalchowk (Northern Border of Nepal) Belhiya, Bhairahawa (Western Nepal) Jamuna, Nepalgunj (Mid Western Nepal)

9 Mohana, Dhangadhi (Far Western Nepal) Gaddachauki, Mahendranagar (Far Western Nepal) Tourist Visa Fees: Transit visa (3 days) Free of cost Multiple entry (15 days) 25 USD or equivalent convertible currency Multiple entry (30 days) 40 USD or equivalent convertible currency Multiple entry (90 days) 100 USD or equivalent convertible currency (For more information, please contact the Department of Immigration, Kalikastha, Dillibazar, Kathmandu. Image not found or type unknown Tel: / / / Download visa form-: Call Send SMS Call from mobile Add to Skype You'll need Skype CreditFree via Skype Call Send SMS Call from mobile Add to Skype

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