Regd. No. 30146 P.O.

Box: 20533 Naya Baneshwor, Kathmandu, Nepal Tel: 977-1-4490 834, Fax: 977-1-6614 014 E-mail: info@rayatours.com Web: www.rayatours.com Ref No: Date: June 10, 2013

Glimpse of Nepal
Kathmandu Valley: Kathmandu is the capital of Nepal, situated at height of 1350 m above sea level with about 25 km from east to west and 20 km from north to south, is one of best place to visit to experience Nepali art, architecture, sculpture, tradition, lifestyle, culture and history. The valley, containing three major sister cities Kathmandu, Patan and Bhaktapur, is covered with surrounding of mountains from 1500 m to 2500 m. With hundreds of temples and shrines lie all over the places, it has 7 world heritage sites. Three cities has beautiful durbar squares (royal palace), Changu Narayan temple, Soyambhu Nath Stupa and Bouddha Nath Stupa are most touristy area with fascinating shops and lovely handicrafts. Built most of temple at 1600-1700 century, the Kathmandu valley is an example of religious mixture of religions mostly Hinduism and Buddhism. Dominating the Newar people, the valley is decorated with handsomely proportioned brick houses with tiled roofs and the rectangular courtyards and non stop festivals and Jatras. Being largest city and arrival point of Nepal, it has a combination of historical and modern world as one can see the latest cars and buildings with a typical agriculture field having bull carrying ploy with an half hour drive. Bending by two religious and holy rivers, the valley is supposed to be submerged under water and rivers of valley drain through Chovar gorge which later mixed with Ganges of India. Strong holding the caste system, the people are mostly Newar, Bahun, Chhetri, Tamang etc With panoramic view of the series of mountain such as Langtang Himal,Ganesh,Gauri Shankar, Everest, etc, the valley offers many long treks and short treks to hiking lovers.

Pokhara: Pokhara (2,640 ft), Nepals second biggest tourist

destination and probably Nepals most beautiful and mystic location, has many legends in tandem with its unparalleled bounties of Nature. Pokhara is called as the Lake District of Nepal because of its many pristine and azure lakes. The valley has three large lakes, two of them are Rupa and Begnas Tal, and the third and the largest, Phewa Tal, is the focal point of Pokhara. Its fame rests on the natural beauty of its lakeside location and its proximity to the mountains. One main attraction of Phewa Tal is the incredible snow-capped mountains that are reflected in this sheltered lake. Pokhara is the starting point for some of the most famous treks in Nepal and there are also plenty of short walks and day trips that can be made around the valley. Viewed from Pokhara, the Himalayas is indeed a mighty mountain range looming over the horizon much closer than it does in Kathmandu. Only foothills separate the town from the full height of the mountains, and the magnificent 26,400 ft peaks of the Annapurna Range utterly dominate vies to the north, the series of Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, and virgin Fish Tail mountains are the most attractive peaks, found just ahead of ones head .

Highlights: Period of Travel: Attractions: 7 days (trip extends Kathmandu, Nagarkot, Chitwan and Pokhara) Cultural, Heritage and Social Tour in Kathmandu Valley, Panoramic view of series of Mountains including Mount Everest from Nagarkot, Wild Life Jungle Safari in Chitwan and Excellent view of Mountains and Lakes; the shadow of Fish Tail Mountain on the lap of Phewa Lake in Pokhara and Cultural Dance Program with Nepali Cousins moderate hotel with attached bathroom and hot water 24 - 10 Celsius (Average) 2 persons

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Itinerary: (06 nights/ 07 days): Based on 2 persons

(This itinerary is intended as a guide only, occasionally local and weather conditions may necessitate variations in the programs.)

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Arrival in Kathmandu (KTM) (1350 m) Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport in KTM Transfer to Hotel in Kathmandu Overnight in Kathmandu Jungle Safari in Chitwan Flight (30 minutes) or Drive (6 hrs) to Chitwan Transfer to the resort in Chitwan Lunch on the resort Commence the Jungle Safari-elephant ride, Bird watching, Jungle walk, Canoe, Tharu Cultural dance and Crocodile & one horn Rhino view Overnight at the Resort in Chitwan Continue jungle safari Pokhara Drive from Chitwan to Pokhara (140 km; 5-6 hrs) Lunch on the way Transfer to the hotel in Pokhara (800 m) Half day sightseeing in Pokhara Daviss Fall, Shiva Cave, Tibetan Refugee Camp Free time in lake side in Pokhara Overnight in the hotel in Pokhara Sarangkot and Sightseeing in Pokhara Early morning transfer to Sarangkot for mountain and sunrise view Breakfast at the hotel Boating in Phewa Lake (1 hr) Transfer to airport in Pokhara Flight from Pokhara to Kathmandu (30 minutes) Social tour in Patan City City of art, Krishna Temple, Golden Temple, Local market and old buildings with courtyards Visit to Pashupati Nath Temple Hindu Cremation, Hindu Sadhu & living style of sadhus Cultural tour in the Bouddha Nath Stupa Buddhist Monks, Monasteries, Tibetan living style and Local Market Transfer to Nagarkot (19 km; 45 minutes) Sunset View from Nagarkot (2100 m) Overnight at the Resort in Nagarkot Cultural Tour in Bhaktapur and Nagarkot Early Morning Mountain view from the resort Breakfast at the hotel Transfer to Bhaktapur City (13 km; 45 minutes) Cultural tour Bhaktapur City (1401 m) - An ancient Newari town, Royal Palace, Golden Gate, Five storied temple, Peacock window and 55 wooden window Sightseeing at Swoyambhu Nath Temple (1500 m, 4 Km) - Monkey Temple Free time for shopping Overnight in the hotel in Kathmandu Final Departure Mountain (Everest) flight (if interested) Breakfast at the hotel Transfer to international airport for departure

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The price of above tour package is US $ 490.00 per person in twin sharing room based on 2 persons

Extra: The flight charge from Pokhara to Kathmandu is US $ 102.00 per person. The charge of mountain (Everest) flight is US $ 190.00 per person including the transportation for the flight.
The cost includes: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. All transfers and sight seeing by a Private Comfortable Coach as per the itinerary The drive from Kathmandu to Chitwan in Tourist Coach Service of a local English speaking guide in Kathmandu and Pokhara only All the accommodations (twin/double) in the Bed and Breakfast plan Full board and all the activities during the stay in the Chitwan only National park and conservation fees Farewell dinner on the last night with culture dance program Mineral water as per required in Kathmandu and Pokhara only Gift on the departure

The cost does not include: International Flights and airport tax for international flight The flight from Pokhara to Kathmandu Entrance fees of all Sightseeing sites as per the itinerary charge of Mountain Flight Airport Tax (Rs. 200.00) per person per flight All main meals i.e. Lunch and Dinner for the entire tour package except during the stay in Chitwan Expenses of private nature such as beverage, laundry, telephone etc. Insurance of any nature Road or river rescue; Helicopter evacuation Expenses incurred by re-routine, inclement weather, floods, famine, political disruptions, strikes, riots and other disturbances and when in the unlikely event of client(s) getting ill 11. Tips and gratitude 12. Any expenses other than specified under the cost includes heading
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10.

Detail of Sites: Soyambhu Nath Soyambhu is also famous as Monkey temple as there were many monkeys roving around the area and amuse the visitors with their tricks. The history of the Valley, according to the legends, begins with Swoyambhu, or the "the self-existent". In times uncharted by history, Bodhisattvas Manjusri came across a beautiful lake during his travel. He saw a lotus that emitted brilliant light at the lake's center, so he cut a gorge in a southern hill and drained the waters to worship the lotus. Men settled on the bed of the lake and called it the Kathmandu Valley. From then on, the hilltop of the self-existent Lord has been a holy place. Soyambhu Nath Mandir, one of the oldest and best-preserved Newar pagodas in the valley. There is another Hindu Temple next to Soyambhu Nath which is also worship is the goddess of disease and especially in the morning and evening the local children brought to worship goddess to free from any kind of disease Kathmandu Durbar Square It is easy to be overwhelmed by the seemingly uncountable monuments in the Kathmandu Durbar Square. The house of the Living Goddess (Kumari Ghar), the ferocious Kal Bhairab, the red monkey god, and hundreds of erotic carvings are a few examples of the sights at the Square! The buildings here are the greatest achievements of the Malla dynasty, and they resulted from the great rivalry between the three palaces of Kathmandu, Patan, and Bhaktapur. The Valley was divided among the children of Yaksya Malla. Kings copied everything their neighbors built in an even grander style. A visitor who wanders around the Square will see a round temple in the pagoda architectural style, the temple of Goddess Taleju (legend has it that She played dice with King Jaya Prakash Malla), and an image of Shiva and Parbati sitting together among the many monuments. Pashupati Nath Temple Pashupati Nath is the holiest Hindu pilgrimage destination in Nepal. There are linga images of Shiva along with statues, shrines, and temples dedicated to other deities in the complex. A temple dedicated to Shiva existed at this site in AD 879. However, the present temple was built by King Bhupatindra Malla in 1697. A gold-plated roof, silver doors, and woodcarvings of the finest quality decorate the pagoda construction. Guheswari Temple, restored in AD 1653, represents the female "force". It is dedicated to Satidevi, Shiva's first wife, who gave up her life in the flames of her father's fire ritual. Bouddha Nath Stupa Bouddha Nath is among the largest Stupa in South Asia, and it has become the focal point of Tibetan Buddhism in Nepal. The white mound looms thirty-six meters overhead. The Stupa is located on the ancient trade route to Tibet, and Tibetan merchants rested and offered prayers here for many centuries. When refugees entered Nepal from Tibet in the 1950s, many of them decided to live around Bouddha Nath. They established many gumba, and the "Little Tibet" of Nepal was born. This "Little Tibet" is still the best place in the Valley to observe Tibetan lifestyle. Monks walk about in maroon robes. Tibetans walk with prayer wheels in their hands, and the

rituals of prostration are presented to the Buddha as worshippers circumambulate the Stupa on their hands and knees, bowing down to their lord. Bhaktapur Durbar Square Bhaktapur Durbar Square is a conglomeration of pagoda and shikhara-style temples grouped around a fifty-five-window palace of brick and wood. The square is one of the most charming architectural showpieces of the Valley as it highlights the ancient arts of Nepal. The golden effigies of kings perched on the top of stone monoliths, the guardian deities looking out from their sanctuaries, the woodcarvings in every place-struts, lintels, uprights, tympanums, gateways and windows-all seem to form a well-orchestrated symphony. Patan Durbar Square This whole square is a cluster of fine pagoda temples and stone statues; it is at the same time the business hub of the city. At every step one comes across a piece of art or an image of a deity, testifying to the consummate skill of Patan's anonymous artists. The ancient palace of the Malla kings and the stone baths associated with various legends and episodes of history are especially interesting to visitors. The stone temple of Lord Krishna and the Royal Bath (Tushahity) with its intricate stone and bronze carvings are two other masterpieces in the same vicinity. Nagarkot Nagarkot the second highest point on the Valley lying above 2000 m north east from the Kathmandu City is a hill station popular for stunning views of the Himalayas. Watching the sun rising above snow caped Himalayas and the very sunset in the behind the western high mountains in the evening makes it more worth while to get up to the Nagarkot hill top Unique hiking trails through Tamang villages, beautiful landscapes and good tourist facilities are additional features. The view extends all the way from Dhaulagiri (8167m) in west past Mount Everest (8848 m) to Kanchanjunga (8537m) in the east. Entrance Fees of heritage sites: Kathmandu Durbar Square: Rs 750 per person Patan Durbar Square: Rs 500 per person Patan Golden temple: Rs 100 per person Maha Buddha Stupa: Rs. 50 per person Bhaktapur Durbar Square: US $ 15 (Rs. 1050) per person Soyambhu Nath Stupa: Rs 200 per person Bouddha Nath Stupa: Rs 150 per person Pashupati Nath temple: Rs 1000 per person Changu Narayan Temple: Rs 100 per person Narayan Hiti Durbar Museum: Rs 500 per person Garden of Dreams, Thamel: Rs 160 per person Panauti- Rs. 300 per person

Mountain Flight (Everest Flight): For those who are restricted by time to other considerations from going trekking, there are mountains that offer a panoramic encounter with the highest peaks on earth. The plane departs from Kathmandu and flies along side the Himalaya to give you eye level views of the snow peaks and then brings you back in one hour. Crossing close to the awesome massifs of rocks and ice, the flight presents a mind boggling sight. As the aircraft takes off, heads towards the east. You see Gosaithan (8,013m), also called Shisha Pangma, standing at the majestic height of 8013M. Immediately to the right of Gosaithan, there appears Dorje Lhakpa (6966M), a mountain that looks like the number 8 lying down and covered with snow. To the right of Dorje Lhakpa is Phurbi Chyachu, which looms over the Kathmandu valley. As the plane glides along, the mountains come closer and closer. Next on the vision is Choba-Bhamare, the smallest one of the lot at 5,933M but singularly stubborn as it has never been climbed. Then appears the mountain, which is not only prominent in sight but also in spirituality Gauri-Shankar, Lord Shiva (Shankar) and his consort Gauri are said to protect this mountain, at the proud height of 7,134M, and the summit had a history of unsuccessful attempts till 1979. Gauri- Shankar is sharp and very conspicuous during the mountain flight. As the plane moves towards the land of the rising sun, the eastern Himalaya, a succession of glorious mountains follow Melungtse, a plateau- like mountain, stretches up to 7,023M. Chugimago at 6,297m is still a virgin, waiting to be climbed at 6,956M. Number Mountain resembles a breast, the maternal source in the sky providing pure milk to the Sherpas of the Solukhumbu. Next is Karyolung, an intensely white mountain that at 6,511M, gleams with the rising sun. Cho Oyu is the sixth highest mountain in the world. Reaching a height of 8201M, it appears stunningly beautiful from the aircraft. Next on the menu is Gyachungkang, at a majestic height of 7,952m, considered an extremely difficult to climb. To the right of Gyachungkang is Pumori (7,161M). As one get closer to Everest, theres Nuptse (7,855), which means West Peak, Signifying its direction from Everest. Finally, theres Everest (8,850M) itself, known as sagarmatha by the Nepalese and Chomolungma by the Tibetans. Much has already been written about Everest, but to actually witness it face to face during a mountain flight is something else. Even while it looms there in front of the eyes, it remains an enigma, this highest spot on earth. Each guest will allow to Cockpit in the airplane to have better view of mountains and for the photographs. Moreover, if the flight is cancelled due to bad weather or if one can not see anything during the flight, the price of the ticket is refundable except the charge of transportation. The net cost price of Mountain Flight is US $ 182.00 per person (Subjected to change) The cost of the transportation is US $ 08.00 per person airport pick up and drop The total amount of the Mountain flight is US $ 190.00 per person (Current Market price). Note: if the flight cancel, the flight charge will be refundable but not the transportation charge.

Chitwan Jungle Safari Nepal occupy only 0.1% of the Earth, is the home to worlds 2% of flowering plants, 8% of birds, 4% of mammals, 11 of the worlds 15 families of butterflies, 600 indigenous plant families, and 319 species of orchids. Royal Chitwan National Park, listed in the World Heritage Site, is arguably the 20th best national park in the world. It has the 2nd largest concentration of Royal Bengal Tiger and One-horned Rhinos including wild elephant, bison, antelopes, deer and rich aquatic life. The Island Jungle Resort is situated in the famous Bandarjhola Island inside the western part of the Royal Chitwan National Park. The area is composed of riverside forests with the vegetation consisting principally of three species of trees: Balbergia sisoo, Acacia catechu, and Bombax ceiba. The undergrowth in this jungle comprises of tall elephant grass that grow up as high up to 8 meters and flourish abundantly. Being located in the flood plains of the Narayani River, ox-bow lakes that transform perennially are a common geographical feature to this area. Ample opportunities await guest to watch the wildlife from elephant back, on a jungle walk, boating down the river, and on a trek. Bandarjhola is one of prime habitat of the Royal Bengal Tiger. Besides that, nearby along river banks of the Narayani is a spot where two species of crocodiles, the Gharial and the Marsh Mugger can be sighted on sunny days around the year. Animals frequently seen include rhinoceros, sloth bear, spotted deer, hog deer, barding deer, sambar deer and wild boar, while the tiger and the leopard being more elusive in nature are seen less often, but chances remain healthy. Much of the parks avifauna has also preferred to settle around the vicinity of the Narayani River flowing besides Bandarjhola. On a boat ride, one gets to see many of the larger and attractive species such as the Bar Headed Geese, Mallard, Pintail, Pochard, Darter and Ruddy Shell Duck. Besides these, many among the 450 species or so of birds that inhabit Chitwan can be observed furtively darting around the thickets of Bandarjhola. Accommodation/Food/Activities at Island Jungle Resort (Luxury jungle lodge) Rooms: (single/twin/double) with attached bath and hot shower. Interested guests can stay in camping tents; Safari Tents with toilet and hot shower in tent camps. Meals on full board (breakfast, lunch and dinner) featuring Continental, Chinese and Nepal cuisine Activities as per program guided by expert naturalists which include Elephant Safari, Boat Ride, Crocodile Walk, Bird Watching, Jungle Walk and Bird Watching, Tharu Stick Dance/Slide Presentation, Cultural Tour and whole day jungle trek. Elephant Safari: the best way of sight seeing is from the elephant back. Experienced naturalists, mahouts take you on elephant ride into deep jungle for viewing wildlife in their natural habitat. Jungle Walk and Bird Watching provides the guests the wonderful opportunity to view animals and birds. Specialist guides will help them spot and identify varieties of birds, both resident and migratory. A Cultural Program performed by the Tharu will be another highlight. The Tharus are like flowers in a time capsule. They remain authentic and simple for ages and their culture are yet unspoiled.

Itinerary (This itinerary is intended as a guide only, occasionally local and weather conditions may necessitate variations in the programs.) Day 1 Kathmandu - Chitwan Flight from Kathmandu to Bharatpur (30 minutes) Pick up from Airport in Bharatpur by private vehicle (1 hour) and transfer to the resort. Meeting with the resorts officer and guest Relations Officer of the resort briefs the guests about the activities and about the Royal Chitwan National Park. The Officer divides the group in smaller groups and also finalizes the following program in coordination with the managers of the resort and the team leader of the group. When one group goes for Elephant Safari, the other group can go either Jungle Walk or Nature Walk and then vice versa in the following day. The tentative program follows. Slide presentation/Elephant Safari/Jungle Walk/Nature Walk with Boat Ride at the late afternoon according to the time availability. Time of the arrival to the Resort depends upon the traffic situation on the day. Lunch on the way. Day 2 Jungle Safari Morning activities Wake up call at 05:30 am followed by tea/coffee. 06:00 am: Commence Jungle Safari with Bird Watching/Elephant Safari/Jungle Walk 08:00 am: Breakfast 09:30 am: Crocodile Walk. A 45 minutes walk through grassland and forest upstream of the Narayani River. Board boats to observe crocodiles along the banks while floating back to the camp. Lunch at 13:00 pm Afternoon activities 1530 hrs: Elephant Safari/Jungle Walk/Visit Observation Tower/Nature Walk with Boat Ride 1800 hrs: Dinner at the Resort Day 3 Chitwan/Kathmandu or Pokhara Wake up call at 05:30 am followed by tea/coffee 06:00 am: Bird Watching/Elephant Safari/Jungle Walk 08:00 am: Breakfast 09:30 am: transfer to Bharatpur airport and Back to Kathmandu by air (30 minutes) Or Drive from Chitwan to Pokhara (140 km, 4-6 hours) Pick up and transfer to hotel Includes: 1. the round trip flights from Kathmandu to Chitwan 2. All domestic airport pick up and drop 3. All transfers by a private vehicle as per the itinerary 4. Full board basis at the Resort in Chitwan with twin share bed and all Jungle activities 5. National Park entrance and Conservation fees 6. necessary mineral water

7. All the tax and service charge Excludes: 1. All the main meals (Lunch and dinner) at Kathmandu 2. Accommodation in Kathmandu 3. airport tax Rs. 200 (US $ 2.85 pp) per flight 4. Expenses of private nature such as beverage, laundry, telephone, Insurance of any nature, Road or river rescue; Helicopter evacuation, Expenses incurred by re-routine, inclement weather, floods, famine, political crises, Disruptions, strikes, riots and other disturbances and when in the unlikely event of client(s) taking ill 5. Tips and gratitude 6. Personal Gear Note: Guests are advised to bring the following items: Binoculars Flashlight Insect repellent, swim wear, sunhat and sun guard Casual and comfortable clothes and shoes for east movement; pullovers and jackets are necessary in the morning and evening Note: One can do different activities in the Chitwan. It will be possible to do 3 activities in a day, 5-6 activities in two days and 7-8 in 3 nights and 4 days. The tentative programs in the Chitwan are as follows: Elephant Ride with Natural Animal view Elephant Breeding Centre (who stay in outside the national park) Elephant Bathing (possible only with permission) Bird Watching with experience guide of Bird Natural Walk with natural guide Canoe with Crocodile view Tharu Cultural Dance in evening Tharu Village and Culture Tour Free time Jeep Drive (only possible in 3 nights/4 days) Museum visit (who stay in outside the national park) Temperature of Chitwan