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Nepal
Nepal is a unique destination offering a combination of natural beauty and cultural riches. Known as the ‘Abode of the Gods’, Nepal is in a state of natural beauty, with the highest mountains in the world; including the infamous Mount Everest.
The population of Nepal is extremely diverse ensuing a variety of cultural backgrounds.
Climate
Nepal has two monsoons per year. The dry season runs from October to May and the wet season from June to September.
Summer is May to September with temperatures reaching 30 degrees (May and early June, the months before the monsoon are the hottest). Even in the winter months October to April, the bright sunny days can reach 20 degrees, however it can be cold at night.
Free time
There are many interesting places to visit in Nepal. Pohkara is one of Nepal’s main cities and differs in terms of feel and look. The famed soldiers and the Gurkhas come from around here making it a prosperous and calm area.
You will have the opportunity to visit the large lake and Temple Island and witness magnificent views of the Annapurna Range, a truly breathtaking site.
Patan is also worth a visit. It is situated in the Kathmandu Valley, only 5 Km from Kathmandu. It is known as the City of Fine Arts and is full of Hindu and Buddhist temples.
At the centre of the attractions is Patan Durbar Square, a complex of ancient palaces, temples and shrines in the heart of the town. This place is packed with temples to everyone imaginable, including Vishnu, Shiva, Krishna and Lord Buddha, all dating back as far as 250 B.C.
Getting there
You will need to book a flight into Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu. You will need to advise us of your flight details, so that we can arrange an arrival transfer where you will be personally met and taken to your hotel before the programme starts.
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