| [Update:02Jul 2008] | |
| Tour Name | 08
DAYS NEPAL APPLE FARM TRIP [ Depart: September - October - November ] |
| Tour Code | KTM8DNAFS |
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Fly
By SilkAir:- Book by 31Jul'08, Travel before 31Oct'08 Depart Every Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday Minimum 4 person to depart |
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| Day 1 | SINGAPORE Q KATHMANDU | (D) |
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Depart
from Singapore Changi Airport at 0905 by MI. Upon arrival at Kathmandu
airport, you will be met by our representative and transferred
to hotel. Late afternoon we will visit the Swayambhunath
Temple, said to be 2500 years old Stupa on a hillock,
which offers a breath-taking view of Kathmandu City. Next, we
will Visit Kathmandu Durbar squire. Dinner and
overnight stay in Kathmandu Hotel Marshyandi or similar 3*. |
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| Day 2 | KATHMANDU v POKHARA (5-6 hrs drive) | (B,L,D) |
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Morning
after breakfast, depart by coach to Pokhara passing
through beautiful landscape, paddy farm, river, tiny villages
etc. Pokhara is located 200km west of Kathmandu City. It is the
second largest city of Nepal and the most beautiful city with
lakes and panoramic view of Annapurna Himalayan ranges. Enjoy
the Annapurnas and the famous “Fishtail” mountain
peak of Machapuchare over the tropical setting of Pokhara valley.
Overnight stay in Meera Hotel or similar 3*. |
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| Day 3 | POKHARA Q JOMSOM ( BY AIR ) – MARPHA | (B,L,D) |
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In
the morning we take a spectacular 25 min domestic flight from
Pokhara to Jomsom, perched at (2700m) in the
Annapurna region of mid western Nepal. The flight is bound to
be one of the most exhilarating you will ever take. Much of it
is only a few thousand feet above ground and the views of the
terraced landscape and river valleys below, as well as the closeness
of some of the world’s highest mountains make it a truly
memorable experience. Upon arrival in Jomsom the porters will
load up and shall proceed to Marpha (2650m), an easy afternoon’s
scenic walk Marpha. Marpha is situated in the inner Himalayan region of Mt. Annapurna and Mt.Dhaulagiri ranges, it is one of the famous villages in this region. Due it’s picturesque appearance and of course, it’s famous by APPLE orchards and Apple products. It lies in the Trans- Himalayan rain shadow zone and there fore stays more or less untouched by the raging monsoon of the lower reneges. Like most villages in this region, it in habitants are Thakalies (similar to Tibetan) the population of Marpha village is nearly 1500. Their Main economical sources are agriculture and live- stock farming. The traditional flat mud roofed houses where little piles of fire wood neatly stacked with elaborately carved windows it’s long main spotless flagstones-paved alleys are inviting you for walk around the village. After lunch we visit apple farm and local school and overnight stay at Marpha village. |
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| Day 4 | MARPHA – 2 HOUR TREK TO JOMSOM | (B,L,D) |
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After
breakfast, we walk back about an 2 hour to Jomsom or (Horse
riding to Jomsom optional) lunch will served at Jomsom.
After lunch we will take you to a village. Jomsom is district
headquarter of Mustang and straddles the kali Gandaki at an elevation
of 2713 above sea level. Jomsom will offer panoramic Mt. Nilgiri
Himalayan views and out looks over the beautiful valley. The villages
that you will come across offer an introduction to the Nepalese
Himalayan people. Overnight stay at Jomsom. |
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| Day 5 | JOMSOM Q POKHARA (BY AIR) | (B,L,D) |
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After breakfast, depart in the
morning by air to Pokhara. Upon arrival meet and greet by our
local representative and transferred to hotel. Lunch at Pokhara,
after lunch tour of Pokhara valley also called “Magic Land”
or Dreamland” of Nepal, Devi’s Fall, Mahendra Gupha,
include 1 hour boating at the Fewa lake over looking the region
of Annapurna range of Himalayas. Overnight stay at Meera Hotel
or similar 3*. |
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| Day 6 | POKHARA v KATHMANDU v NAGARKOT | (B,L,D) |
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Depart
Pokhara to Kathmandu by coach or (domestic flight (USD
75 optional). Upon arrival in Kathmandu we would continue
our journey to Nagarkot, 2300m above seal-level, this scenic spot,
with a spectacular view of the sunset and Mount Everest can be
seen on a clear day. In the evening, watch the sunset view at
Nagarkot, Overnight stay at Country Villa or similar 3*. |
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| Day 7 | NAGARKOT v KATHMANDU | (B,L,D) |
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We
will awake to the beginning of a cold but stunningly spectacular
dawn: the first rays of the sun firing the peaks a hellish red
slowly lighting the Himalayas from Kachenjunga and Everest in
the far East to the Annapurnas and Dwawlagiri in the West. After
breakfast drive to Kathmandu. First, we will visit Patan
(Lalitpur) – which is the oldest of the three major cities
in Kathmandu Valley – famous for its Buddhist
monuments, Hindu temples. Now we will be on our way to the ancient
colossal stupa, which is one of the largest in the world. It is
named the Bouddhanath Stupa and then Dinner will be served at
a restaurant and you will be free to stroll around the busy streets
of Kathmandu. Stay overnight at Hotel Marshyangdi or similar 3*. |
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| Day 8 | KATHMANDU Q SINGAPORE | (B) |
| After breakfast, free at leisure till your transfer to the airport for your flight back to Singapore, with fond memories of Nepal with Asia-Euro Holidays! | ||
| Itinerary
is subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances, e.g. weather, to ensure the safety and/or smooth running of the tour. PLEASE NOTE: On adventure trips of this type, weather, transport or a multitude of other factors beyond our control can result in a change of itinerary. It is, however, very unlikely that the itinerary would be substantially altered; if alterations are necessary the leader will decide what is the best alternative, taking into consideration the best interests of the whole group. Where a change does occur, we do everything we can to minimize its effect, but we cannot be responsible for the results of changes or delays. |
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| Package Includes | |
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Daily sightseeing & meals as per itinerary |
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English Speaking Guide |
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7 nights accommodation at hotels specified or similar |
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**Please
take note that the final pricing is subjected to changes. The
prices at our retail counters will be taken as the final in the
event of any discrepancies. Prices above are subject to changes
and do not include airport taxes, insurance charges, visa fees
and other incidentals ** |