Palpa, an old artistic Newari town Trip with Kathmandu and Pokhara

Palpa, an old artistic Newari town Trip with Kathmandu and Pokhara

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Palpa, an old artistic Newari town Trip with Kathmandu and Pokhara

8 Days Starting and ending in Kathmandu, Nepal

Visiting: Kathmandu, Pokhara, Barahai Temple, Fewa Lake, Sarangkot, Palpa, Shreenagar Tower, Palpa, Bhagwati Temple, Palpa, Shital Pati, Palpa, Tansen Durbar, Palpa, Amar Narayan Mandir, Palpa, Rani Mahal, Gupteshwor Cave, Davis Fall, International Mountain Museum, Swayambhunath Stupa, Kathmandu, Kathmandu Durbar Square, Kathmandu, Pashupatinath Temple, Kathmandu, Boudhanath Stupa Kathmandu

Tour operator:

Liberty Holidays

Tour code:

142360

Group Type:

Private

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

EASY

Age range:

13-

Tour operated in:

English

Activities:

Sightseeing

From: $1285 $1224 (USD) Travel Club discount: -$61

NB: Prices correct on 25-Apr-2025 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

Embark on an enchanting journey through Nepal with the "Palpa, an old artistic Newari town Trip with Kathmandu and Pokhara" tour. Discover the hidden gem of Tansen, an ancient hill town with cobbled streets and traditional Newari architecture. Explore the vibrant bazaars, hike the Shreenagar Hills, and visit the historic Rani Mahal by the Kali Gandaki River. Experience the cultural richness of Palpa, nestled in the twelve Magar regions of West Nepal. This private tour includes visits to the serene city of Pokhara, known for its lakes and temples, and the bustling capital, Kathmandu, with its UNESCO World Heritage sites. Enjoy comfortable accommodations, guided tours, and a farewell dinner with a cultural show, making this an unforgettable adventure in the heart of Nepal.

Highlights

  • Get charmed by the ancient hill town of Tansen, an off-the-beaten-track destination in Nepal.

  • Walk through Tansen's cobbled bazaar to find a perfect Dhaka topi.

  • Explore the artistic Newari houses and cobbled streets of Tansen.

  • Hike to the Rani Mahal on the banks of the Kali Gandaki River.

  • Visit the Shreenagar Hills for panoramic views and hiking opportunities.

  • Discover the diverse culture and religion of Palpa, part of the twelve Magar regions of West Nepal.

  • Experience the historic Bhagwati Temple and the unique architecture of Shital Pati.

  • Enjoy a sunrise view from Sarangkot and explore the city of Pokhara, known for its lakes and temples.

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Upon arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport

Location: Kathmandu

Accommodation: Hotel

  • Our airport representative assists you at Tribhuvan International Airport and transfer to hotel and rest of time leisure activities and overnight at hotel
  • Meals not included
  • Accommodation included: Overnight at hotel


Day 2 : Kathmandu to Pokhara (05 hrs drive)

Location: Kathmandu, Pokhara, Barahai Temple, Fewa Lake

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

  • After breakfast our tour guide will assists you at your hotel and take private trip to Pokhara which is known as city of lakes and sightseeing Barahai Temple and boating around Fewa lake and transfer to hotel and overnight at hotel.
  • Meals included: breakfast
  • Accommodation included: Overnight at hotel


Day 3 : Sarankot sunrise and drive to Palpa (5 hrs drive)

Location: Sarangkot, Palpa

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

  • Early morning wakeup call and drive to sarangkot view point for the glorious view of sunrise and snowcapped mountains and back to hotel and after breakfast drive to Palpa. Overnight at hotel.
  • Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner
  • Accommodation included: Overnight at hotel


Day 4 : Full day Palpa sightseeing

Location: Shreenagar Tower, Palpa, Bhagwati Temple, Palpa, Shital Pati, Palpa, Tansen Durbar, Palpa, Amar Narayan Mandir, Palpa

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

  • Early morning hike to Shreenagar Tower, enjoy view of glorious mountains and Palpa town and after breakfast Visit these sites:
  • Bhagwati Temple: Bhagawati Temple was rebuilt by Colonel Ujir Singh Thapa, the governor of Palpa in 1815 in commemoration of the victory over colonial British Indian Forces in the battle fought at Butwal. He took oath to build a large temple and organize chariot processions to Goddess Mahis Mardini if he gets victory in the battle.
  • Bhagawati Temple is three small temples of Shiva, Ganesh and Saraswati, the goddess of wisdom. Every August, a chariot procession of deities is paraded through the town with military honor to observe the historic battle.
  • Shital Pati: Literally known as “Cool Resting Place’’ this octagonal landmark was built by General Khadga Shamsher Jung Bahadur Rana during his tenure (1891-1902 AD) as western commanding chief of Nepal, based in Tansen, Palpa. Built in Mughal style, its unique architecture resembles a fort or a rook- shaped castle tower piece in a chess board. Shital Pati is believed to have been built a few years earlier than the Rani Mahal.
  • The Mul Dhoka (main gate) or Baggi Dhoka (gate for horse drawn carriage) as the locals call it, is probably the only one of this size and dimension in Nepal. The gateway leads to the famous Ranaujieshwori Bhagwati temple, regarded as the guardian deity of Tansen and to the Tansen Durbar square which since accommodated various district level government offices. There are fine woodcarvings on the buildings on both sides of the gate, examples of the fine Newari craftsmanship.
  • Tansen Durbar was built in 1927 AD by Pratap Shamsher Jung Bahadur Rana and formed the grand palace that was the seat of the Rana governors. Though in January 2006 during the Maoist insurgency it was destroyed, after the abdication of the king a few months later, the palace was one of the first government buildings to be restored
  • Amar Narayan Mandir: The large classic three-tiered pagoda style temple is sacred to the Lord Vishnu. It was built in 1807 AD by the first governor of Tansen, Amar Singh Thapa and is very beautiful with its carved wood deities. The erotic carvings on the wooden struts are remarkable. The temple is surrounded by one meter wide stone wall locally known as the Great wall of Palpa. In the vicinity of the temple, there are two other temples. Mahadev Mandir is found just below, sacred to Shiva and the other is to Vishnu Paduka.
  • Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner
  • Accommodation included: Overnight at hotel


Day 5 : Rani Mahal sightseeing and drive back to Pokhara

Location: Rani Mahal, Pokhara

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

  • After breakfast, drive for Rani Mahal:
  • Rani Mahal is a Rana palace located in the banks of Kali Gandaki River in Palpa district of Nepal. This palace was constructed by General Khadga Samsher Rana JBR in 1893, named after his wife as Rani Mahal (Literary translates as Queens Palace.
  • After sightseeing, drive back to Pokhara. Overnight at hotel.
  • Meals included: breakfast
  • Accommodation included: Overnight at hotel


Day 6 : Half day Pokhara sightseeing and drive for Kathmandu

Location: Pokhara, Gupteshwor Cave, Davis Fall, International Mountain Museum, Kathmandu

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

  • After breakfast, half day sightseeing of Pokhara valley which includes: Gupteshwor cave, Davis fall, International Mountain Museum and drive back for Kathmandu.
  • Meals included: breakfast
  • Accommodation included: Overnight at hotel


Day 7 : Full day Kathmandu sightseeing and Farewell dinner

Location: Swayambhunath Stupa, Kathmandu, Kathmandu Durbar Square, Kathmandu, Pashupatinath Temple, Kathmandu, Boudhanath Stupa, Kathmandu

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

  • After breakfast our tour guide will assists you at your hotel and take a drive to UNESCO listed World heritage sites of Kathmandu valley which includes: Swyambhunath Stupa(Monkey Temple), Kathmandu Durbar Square(home of living goddess Kumari), Pashupatinath temple (ancient temple and holy place of Hindu and Buddhist followers), Bouddhanath Stupa (ancient Buddhist stupa )and at evening farewell dinner at Typical Nepali Restaurant with cultural show and overnight at hotel overnight at hotel
  • Meals included: breakfast, dinner
  • Accommodation included: Overnight at hotel


Day 8 : Departure

Location: Kathmandu, Tribhuvan International Airport

Meals Included: Breakfast

  • Our office representative assists you at your hotel and transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport for your final departure to your next destination
  • Meals included: breakfast
  • Accommodation not included

What's Included

  • Entrance fees

    Entrance fees are included in the tour package.

  • Guide throughout the tour

    A guide will be available throughout the tour to assist and provide information.

  • Private luxurious vehicle

    A private luxurious vehicle is provided for transportation during the tour.

What's Not Included

  • Nepal visa

    The cost of the Nepal visa is not included in the tour package.

  • Tips

    Tips for guides, drivers, and other service providers are not included.

  • Air fare to Nepal

    Airfare to and from Nepal is not included in the tour package.

Please Note

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Mode of Transport

Travel in style with a private luxurious vehicle, providing seamless and comfortable transfers between destinations throughout your journey.

Accommodation

Enjoy comfortable stays in 3-star hotels in Kathmandu and Pokhara, ensuring a relaxing retreat after each day's adventures.

Check out our Q&As

  • What kind of meals are included in the tour?

    The tour includes 7 breakfasts, 3 dinners, and 2 lunches.

  • What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?

    Accommodation is included for 7 nights in 3-star category hotels in Kathmandu and Pokhara.

  • Is there a guide provided throughout the tour?

    Yes, a guide is provided throughout the tour.

  • What kind of transportation is used during the tour?

    A private luxurious vehicle is used for transportation during the tour.

  • Are entrance fees included in the tour package?

    Yes, entrance fees are included in the tour package.

  • Is the tour suitable for families and groups?

    Yes, the tour is family-friendly and group-friendly.

  • What is the climate like in Tansen, Palpa?

    The climate in Tansen is moderate to warm, with temperatures ranging from a maximum of 28 degrees Celsius in summer to a minimum of 8 degrees Celsius in winter. The months of June and July have maximum rain.

  • What are some of the key activities included in the tour?

    Key activities include sightseeing in Kathmandu and Pokhara, a sunrise view from Sarangkot, a hike to Shreenagar Tower, visiting historical sites in Palpa such as Bhagwati Temple and Rani Mahal, and a farewell dinner with a cultural show in Kathmandu.

  • What policies are in place for Covid-19?

    Currently, Travelling to Nepal: 1. No quarantine 2. polymerase chain reaction Report (72 Hours) Negative. 3. Vaccination Report 4. On Arrival Visa

  • What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

    You can email us or telephone us for any changes.

  • Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

    Yes but it charge you single supplement charges.

  • What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

    Liberty Holidays is committed to being actively involved our environment, our community, our great people and our business sustainability. We are Official Corporate Supporter of nonprofit organisation Creative Hands. Our program involves working for causes related to Children — Education & Health and Environment.

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    Tour booking confirmation letter

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    over 10 years

  • Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?

    Social Responsibility Liberty Holidays is committed to being actively involved our environment, our community, our great people and our business sustainability. We are Official Corporate Supporter of nonprofit organisation Creative Hands. Our program involves working for causes related to Children — Education & Health and Environment.

  • Can I join the tour once it has departed?

    Yes but it's depend on tours categories, it means if you book multi days tours it can be join and if the day tours can not join.

  • Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

    Our Expert Tour Guide

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes

Reviews of this operator

Liberty Holidays Inc Pvt. Ltd. (Google Reviewer)  

Mission To provide memorable Holidays,...

23-Mar-2014

Mission To provide memorable Holidays, Social and Environmentally responsible, satisfying the ... The best travel agents in Nepal, Guarantee!!!

Yoshie B (Google Reviewer)  

They also have a Japanese...

06-Jul-2016

They also have a Japanese website, and they responded to inquiries and reservations in Japanese. The staff are kind and sincere, and I would like to use them again.

Rental Car Nepal (Google Reviewer)  

Liberty Holidays is the best...

09-Apr-2024

Liberty Holidays is the best tour operater in Nepal.

Jean-Denis Gagnon (Google Reviewer)  

I went on the "Kathmandu:...

24-Feb-2020

I went on the "Kathmandu: Pharping, Dakshinkali and Chobar Tour with Lunch" tour un February 2020. The guide and driver picked me up on time in a very nice car. This is why I gave 2 stars and not 1. Other than that: - The description says that the tour includes visits of Asura cave, Shesnarayan temple, Gorakhnath temple, Dakshinkali temple and the Chobar Gorge. However, we did not visit Shesnarayan and Gorakhnath temples. - Pictures in the description have been taken prior to the 2015 earthquake. The temple at Chobar Gorge has been severely damaged and doesn't look like that. I understand that this is out of the control of the tour company. However, pictures should be updated. - We stopped at 2 monasteries (including the one with the giant monument showed in the description). Both monasteries were closed. I was then told to take pictures through a hole in the gate. - We stopped at a cavern that was apparently closed since last year. - The description says that this is a 8h tour. I was back at my hotel after 4 hours. - There was a large number of kids on the road that were trying to stop cars by standing on the road with ropes. They were asking money. The driver was driving the car as close as possible to scare them. The guide and him found it very funny. I would not recommend this tour.

Surya Bikram Kunwar (Google Reviewer)  

Oh they are just so...

23-Aug-2018

Oh they are just so pathetic. Their parking staff is just so arrogant and rude. Just so unprofessional. Recommended to avoid them

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