In Kathmandu
Optional: Wake up early and after a quick cup of tea/coffee, transfer to Kathmandu domestic airport for Mt. Everest experience. Mountain Flight offers the closest possible aerial views of Mt. Everest and the Tibetan Plateau. Twice the size of the Alps, their sheer immensity is spectacular. The 45-minute flight offers an incredible panorama and you can take a nice photograph of the world’s highest mountain (depending upon weather visibility). We celebrate with a champagne in mid-air.
Return to hotel for Breakfast.
Morning: visit Kathmandu Durbar Square in the heart of old city Kathmandu. The complex was residence to Nepal's Royal family before the construction of the newer Narayanhiti Palace. There are around 50 temples in the vicinity. The Durbar is divided into two courtyards - the outer comprising the Palace of the Living Goddess – Kumari, and the inner is the main palace. Important ceremonies, including the coronation of the Nepali monarch used to be held in the Kathmandu Durbar Square. Visit Swoyambhunath - a UNESCO World Heritage site, believed to have been established more than 2,500 years ago and now an important Buddhist learning site
Take a Rickshaw ride from Kathmandu Durbar Square to Thamel passing through the old Kathmandu city and local bazaars filled with local people. Spend time and enjoy the colorful scene and interacting with the locals.
Afternoon Heritage walk to Boudhanath. The Stupa is located in the area of ancient trade route to Tibet where the Tibetan merchants used to rest and offered prayers for many centuries. When refugees entered Nepal from Tibet in the 1950s, many decided to live around Boudhanath. Smaller Stupas are located at the base. Gompa monasteries, curio shops, and restaurants surround Boudhanath. Light up the Butter lamp at the shrine and say your prayers.
Visit a Buddhist Monastery near Boudhanath and experience a glimpse of Buddhism and watch the monks pray. Have an interactive session with a High-Monk (depending upon availability).
Optional: Welcome dinner at the Krishna Arpan Restaurant at the Hotel Dwarika served in a traditional Nawari style and cuisine.