Explore Nepal by Helicopter

Guests will have the unique opportunity to see Nepal from all angles with exciting excursions including a flight over Mt. Everest, an elephant safari through Chitwan National park, an exciting 4x4 drive from Dhulikhel to Namo Buddha, a boat ride along the kingdom's second largest lake and a three day trek through the lush forests and villages. Guests who book by September 15th will save $400 per person on this special itinerary for travel between October 1, 2014 – April 30, 2015.

Pricing for this itinerary begins at $10,965 per person, double, and includes some meals, helicopter transfers, tours, and 14-night luxury accommodations for travel between October 1, 2014 – April 30, 2015.* International flights and cancellation insurance are not included.

Highlights Include:

• A traditional 6 course Nepali slow meal at Krishnarpan and a dinner at Rum Doodle accompanied by an experienced mountain climber;
• A morning flight over the peaks of the Himalayas with breathtaking views of Mt. Everest;
• Three nights at Chitwan National Park, UNESCO World Heritage site featuring an elephant safari, nature walks, bird watching, boat rides, jeep safari, bullock cart trips and more;
• Three night trek through lush forests and villages where guests will visit a school, connect with locals and enjoy the majestic scenery;
• Take a 4x4 drive from Dhulikhel to Panauti to Namo Buddha to see terraced farmland, villages and great mountain views;
• Expertly guided tours of cities, towns and villages including, Kathmandu, Bhaktapur, Pokhara and Panauti;
• Transportation by helicopter from Kathmandu to Chitwan, Chitwan to Pokhara and from Pokhara to Kathmandu;
• Luxury accommodations in Kathmandu, Pokhara, Chitwan and Dhulikhel.

This expansive journey will begin in Kathmandu, the capital and largest city of Nepal. Guests will be welcomed with a traditional Nepali, slow meal consisting of six courses at Krishnarpan, the Dwarika Hotel's fine dining restaurant. After the indulgent meal, guests may retreat to their rooms at the Dwarika Hotel, where they will be staying for the duration of their time in Kathmandu.

The first morning in Nepal guests will be whisked off on a breathtaking scenic flight over the Himalayas featuring an up close view of the mighty Mt. Everest. After a full day of sightseeing in Kathmandu the day will come full circle with dinner at Rum Doodle restaurant where guests will dine with a local mountain climber.

On the fourth day, guests will transfer to Chitwan National Park by helicopter. The stay at Chitwan will kick off with an elephant safari perfect for spotting local wildlife, especially the one horned rhino. During this portion of the trip guests will be staying at Tiger Tops Tharu Lodge, a quiet but captivating wilderness resort fused with cultural encounters. Here guests may enjoy visits to the Lodge's organic farm, nature walks, boat rides, jeep safaris, bullock cart trips and more.

After an hour helicopter flight overlooking the lush scenery, guests will arrive in Pokhara, Nepal's 3rd largest city. Here guests will stay at Tiger Mountain Pokhara. Perched 1,000 feet above the Pokhara Valley with a spectacular Himalayan backdrop this 5- star resort provides a perfect haven, the essence of tranquility. While in Pokhara guests will have the option to explore the World Peace Stupa, take a boat ride on the second largest lake in the kingdom, Lake Fewa, and learn more about the area's topographical history at the International Mountain Museum. While in Pokhara adventure enthusiasts can partake in additional optional activities including paragliding, ultra-light ride, zip flyers and para hawking.

From Pokhara guests will embark on a three night trek through the villages that dot the region including Birethati, Tanchok, and Lumle, where they will connect with locals, visit a school and revel in the area's natural beauty.

The last two days will be spent relaxing in Dhulikhel at the Dwarika's Resort Dhulikhel. This holistic lifestyle retreat, drawing on ancient Himalayan knowledge and philosophy, offers magnificent views of the Himalayas, yoga and spa treatments. During these two days guests may explore the area with a 4x4 drive from Dhulikhel to Panauti to Namo Buddha passing terraced farmland, villages and great mountain views before heading home.

*Single supplement pricing is available on request.

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