Culture & Birding Combinations  9 Days - Private Tour

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Trip Grading:
Easy Adventure
Max Elevation
2760 meters
Major Attractions
Rich Birdlife, Cultural Experiences, Jungle Adventures, Scenic Landscapes, Iconic Landmarks, Boating Experience, Cultural Shows, Wildlife Encounters, Scenic Drives
Best Season
Spring and Autumn
Meals
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner provided as per the itinerary.
Accommodation
Comfortable stay
Transportation options
Private vehicles
Trip Start/End
Kathmandu

Overview

Wonderful altitude and habitats to see so many species of birds on this itinerary: Kalij Pheasant, Speckled Piculet, Bay, Crimson-breasted, brown-fronted, Rufous-bellied and Darjeeling Woodpeckers, Great, Golden-throated and Blue-throated Barbets, Himalayan Cuckoo, Large-hawk Cuckoo, Collared, spotted and Asian Barred Owlet, Speckled and Ashy Wood Pigeon, Barred Cuckoo Dove, Wedge-tailed Green Pigeon, Black Eagle, Mountain Hawk Eagle, Orange-bellied Leafbird, Red-billed and Yello-billed Blue Magpie, Grey Treepie, Maroon Oriole, Scarlet, short-billed and Long-tailed Minivet, Yello-bellied fantail, Chestnut-bellied Rock Thrush, Orange-headed and Scally Thrush, Grey-winged and White-collared Blackbird, Black-throated Thrush, Rufous-gorgeted, Little pied, Ultramarine, Verditer and Grey-headed Canary Flycatches, Large, Rufous-bellied and Small Niltava, Indian Blue Robin (only in spring), Himalayan Bluetail, Golden and White-browed Bush Robin, White-tailed Robin, Blue-fronted, White-capped, Plumbeous, White-throated and Hodgson’s Redstart, Spotted, Little, Slaty-backed and Black-backed Forktail, Grey Bushchat, White-tailed, Chestnut-bellied and Velvet-fronted Nuthatch, Wallcreeper, Ibisbill, Rusty-flanked, Eurasian and Brown-throated Treecreeper, Green-backed, Himalayan Black-lored, Sultan, Yellow-browed and black-throated Tit, Red-rumped Swallow, Nepal House martin, Himalayan, Mountain, Black, Red-whiskered Bulbul, Striated, Grey-breasted, Grey-crowned, Ashy, and plain Prinia,  Chestnut-headed and Grey-bellied Tesia, Bush Warblers, Bristled Grassbird (Spring season), Indian Grassbird and Striated Grassbirds, Reed Warblers,  Leaf Warblers, White-throated, White-crested, striated, streaked, Rufous-chinned, Grey-sided, and Chestnut-crowned Laughingthrushes, Scimitar Babblers, Wren Babblers, Red-bill Leiothrix, Nepal Cutia, shrike-Babblers, Hoary-throated Barwing, Minlas, Fulvettas, Yuhinas, Parotbills, Rufous Sibia, Flowerpeckers, Sunbirds, Citrine, White-browed and more Wagtails, Weavers, Pipits, Rufous-breasted Accentor, Munia and Avadavat, Rose Finches and Buntings.

Detail Itinerary

Full day Phulchowki – Phulchowki (2760 m) is the highest of the mountains encircling the Kathmandu valley. This broad-leafed-sub tropical forest is the richest for birds and wildlife in the valley and remains the most convenient place to see some of the birds that are rare or local to Nepal. Phulchowki lies 18 km south east of Kathmandu above Godawari village (1525 m) Visit for Bird Watching.

Post breakfast drive to Chitwan National Park (180kms, Approx. 5hrs. drive). The Chitwan National park lies in the Terai region of southern Nepal and is reputed to be the best managed National in Asia. It encompasses an area of 952 square Km of sub – tropical forests comprising of grasslands, Sal forests and riverine forests. The diversity of this luxuriant vegetation provides the ideal habitat for the over 53 different kinds of mammals and overf 550 different species of birds which have made Chitwan their home. Overnight at Jungle Lodge near the Park. In the evening Tharu Cultural Show and briefing about next day’s program.

After post breakfast will head to Canoeing safari and Nature walk after would to see water birds and other wildlife along and then back to resort for lunch. After lunch we will take to jeep Safari deep into forest about until sunset, later back to resort.

Early morning Bird watching walk then after Post breakfast, drive to Pokhara (160kms, Approx. 4 hrs. drive), overnight at comfortable hotel in Pokhara – a name evocative of peace, serenity and astounding beauty, against the spectacular backdrop of the Annapurna range, with the imposing massif of Machhapuchre, the Fishtail peak, dominating the scenery: Fewa Lake, the placid lake of Pokhara, combine to offer an ambience few places in the world can offer. Evening boating in Fewa Lake for an hour.

Morning drive to Sarangkot hilltop to view Sunrise on beautiful high snow-capped Mountains and Spiny Babbler which is only endemic bird of Nepal. later drive back to hotel for breakfast. Post breakfast sightseeing of Pokhara including World Peace Stupa, Davis Fall, Gupteswor mahadev Cave etc..

Post breakfast drive to Kathmandu (200 kms, Approx 6 to 7 hrs. drive), overnight in Kathmandu

we visit the medieval city of Bhaktapur, also known as Bhadgaon. It is situated about 17 kms east of Kathmandu and was one of the three kingdoms of the Mallas. Here we shall visit the Lion Gate, beautifully embellished golden gate and 17th century palace of Fifty-five Windows. The city’s ancient temples and palaces are magnificent examples of Newari craftsmanship with their beautiful carved wooden windows and latticework, and Bhaktapur’s people are still renowned for their pottery and hand-woven Fabrics, including the traditional local red and black saris. If time permits then, we visit Pashupatinath Temple which is famous for its superb architecture, two-tiered golden roof and silver doors. Built in 1696 and dedicated to Lord Shiva, Pashupatinath is the most sacred of Nepal’s Hindu temples and a famous pilgrimage site.

Your guide along with driver will come to your hotel on time to transfer you to airport for your next destination.

What’s included?

What’s Excluded?

  • Flights: Any flights and insurances
  • Personal Expenses: Souvenirs, extra activities, and other personal purchases
  • Visa Fees: Obtain necessary tourist visas for entry into Nepal.
  • Gratuities: Consider tipping guides, drivers, and hotel staff for exceptional service.
  • Optional Extras: Explore additional activities not included in the package.
  • Extra Meals: Enjoy additional meals beyond those specified in the itinerary.
  • Alcoholic Beverages: Anything from the Bar would be at your own expense.
  • Medical Costs: Cover expenses for medical treatment or medications.
  • Unmentioned Items: Any other services or items not explicitly listed as included.

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