£2649PP * FROM ONLY HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS Venture into the lively streets of Kathmandu, spend a night at a Buddhist monastery guesthouse, and take in astounding views of the Hima- laya in Pokhara: these are just a few of the experiences that await. From the famous rhinos and Bengal tigers of Chitwan National Park to the ancient temples of the Kathmandu Valley, encounter the essence of the Himalaya. Spend 4 nights in Dubai discovering Golden beaches, designer shopping malls and fun filled water parks. Embark on a 7 night full board cruise around Dubai and the Emirates before returning back to the UK. YOUR ITINERARY DAY 1 - KATHMANDU Arrive at Kathmandu and transfer to your hotel. In the early evening meet your land tour group and your CEO who will review all the tour details. Enjoy a six-course welcome dinner at Krishnar- pan Restaurant, a culinary journey through the cuisine of Nepal. Serving some of the finest of Nepali flavours, enjoy this slow dining experience reminiscent of the ritual feasts enjoyed by the Kathmandu Valley's Newari community. DAY 2 - KATHMANDU Spend the day exploring Kathmandu and surrounding areas, including Boud- hanath Stupa, one of the world's largest Buddhist shrines. Also visit the Royal City of Bhaktapur, exploring Hindu temples, pagodas, and monuments, including the stunning wood-carved palace in Durbar Square. After, visit the Sisterhood of Survivors Project and learn how to make Nepalese momos (dumplings) before enjoying an authen- tic local lunch. You'll also meet one of the women that has graduated from the Sasane paralegal program. DAY 3 - KATHMANDU / PHARPING Opt to take an early morning Everest experience flight, then visit ancient Swayambhunath Buddhist temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the holiest shrines in Kathmandu. Then, visit a local home to learn about National Geographic grantee Chhing Lhomi, who works to preserve ancient weaving traditions of the Upper Mustang region through the Himalayan FREE STAYS YOUR FULL BOARD CRUISE YOUR FLIGHTS HIMALAYA HIGHLIGHTS HIMALAYA HIGHLIGHTS LAND TOUR SASANE Lecture, Kathmandu Traditional Weaving and Indigenous Peoples Lecture, Kathmandu Overnight at a Buddhist Monastery Neydo Monastery Sunrise Chant Chitwan Tiger Experience Sisterhood of Survivors Project Arrival transfer Visit Boudhanath Stupa and the Royal City of Bhaktapur Visit Swayambhunath Chitwan National Park including a village walking tour and jeep safari Hike to the World Peace Pagoda All transport between destinations and to/from included activities Hotels (8 nts), monastery guesthouse (1 nt) 9 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 4 dinners Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout, local guides. DEPARTING: NOV ‘19 LOOK WHAT’S INCLUDED P H A R P I N G C H I T W A N N P K U R I N T A R P O K H A R A K A T H M A N D U M T E V E R E S T HIMALAYA HIGHLIGHTS 41 FIND OUT MORE >