Namaste and welcome to Nepal!
We are happy to welcome you to ALL NEPAL TOUR and of course to Nepal. It may be your first visit to this country or of some of you return trip. You will start your trip here in Nepal from the capital, Kathmandu, located at 1345 meters and as your Agent in Nepal, We would like to give you some tips on things to do while traveling in Nepal. We hope this would help make your stay in Nepal convenient and enjoyable. But first of all, fix your time, Nepal time is 5 hours 45 minutes ahead of GMT.

All Nepal Tour- Your Agent in Nepal
A unique Travel / Tour / Trekking company founded by VADNepal(A non - profit making organization). The company can arrange special discount for individuals and groups traveling to Nepal. We Operates various kinds of tour activities that is run in Nepal. Each itinerary is created to suit your interests and desires, giving you as much help, guidance or freedom as you wish from the moment you touch down in Nepal. We have track records of thousands of happy customers wishing our progress prosperity with our excellent service.

We are also specialized in tours for clients with disabilities, elder and children. Its donates 100% of its profit back to the disability community in Nepal.
Nepal
Nepal, Home to the Himalayas, is quite simply one if the most spectacular and must fascinating adventure destinations in the world with eight of the world's fourteen highest mountains, Nepal us a land of contrast with wealth of natural beauty, history and religion. Sandwiched between the tow Asian giants India and china it is locked in to the Himalayan Mountains far away from the ocean. Nepal has population of 24 million people, of which about 2.4million live in the capital Kathmandu. There are more then 60 ethnic groups and 70 different spoken languages, and nepali is the national languages.

Religion
Nepal was sad to be only hindu kingdom in the world recently .but now os secular country it is a blend of Hindu and Buddhist beliefs. Majority of population is hindu, With the nest biggest group being Buddhist followed by small groups of muslins, Christians and shamanists. Respect their cultures and the customs that come along.

Taking Photograph
Respect People's privacy as most Nepalese are extremely modest. Although people carry out many activities in public (they have no choice), it does not follow that passers-by have the right to watch or take photograph. Most Nepalese are content to have there photograph taken but always take permission first.

Changing money
Your travel cheque or cash can be changed in any of the major hotels or banks in the city. you can use your hotel exchange facilities for convenience. Ensure that you have taken the exchange receipt from hotel or bank for every transaction you have made, so it's easier for you to change bank the unused rupees in to dollars at departure (at the airport).the airport bank will only refund 15% of amount shown on the exchange receipts. It is the, of- Corse to change only enough money for you need. If you like, we can also help you change money giving you small bills. In addition, there are dozens of money changers in Thame.l where you can change traveler cheques US dollars Euros pounds, etc. The daily exchange rate may be different, there for check out newspaper or the local money exchanger for rate of the day.

Note
Please make sure to have sufficient cash before setting off on your trek. Once on the trail, there is no facility of changing money! consult your guide on the amount of money to be taken along for the trek/tour you are preparing for.

Staying healthy
Drinking water straight form taps or any other natural sources is a NO! NO! Be it in or out of the hotel, in the city or on trail. Always ask for the boiled drinking water. in town it is always safer to drink tea, coffee or bottled drinks (make sure that the mineral water bottle cap sealing are not tampered with). Kathmandu has a many good restaurant but be selective in where and what you eat. It is better to avoid uncooked vegetables and salad, and fruits should be washed or always try to wash before eating.

Health and Hygiene
the change in diet, water and climate will undoubtedly affect your digestive system but don't be too alarmed .we want to avoid stomach upstate and illness while you are in Nepal So it is also advisable to use iodine (8 drops in 1 liter and leave for 20 minutes for treatments ).during the first 24 to 48 hours, it is important to shop your normal diet as your stomach needs a rest keep to eating bland foods such as dry toast, plain biscuits, boiled rice and bananas, and avoid dairy products.

Clean your teeth in treated water not straight away from the tap. Keep your mouth closed while taking shower. Tea with mink or leman and coffee are widely available and safe to drink.

it is essential to drink plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration DO NOT start taking any medication as un necessary treatment my complicate the issue ALWAYS tell your trek/tour leader of your condition so that he/she may advice you further .

Malaria is not endemic in Kathmandu valley or in the hills and mountains but it is common in the tower tarai belt bordering India. It is advisable to take malaria prophylaxis if you are passing through this area, going to India or traveling to Nepal via Karachi, Delhi or Dhaka.

Electricity is 220 volt/50cycles
A voltage stabilizer in recommended for the use if high value electronic appliances. Power cuts are frequent due to low supply of electricity. Most hotels has there own generators.

Trek departure/left luggage
Please be ON TIME for departure on trek and keep your personal belongings- hand bags attached to you. Anything that you do not wish to take on the trip can be left at the hotel preferably locked but if you so wish we will be happy to store your luggage in our own luggage store. you can also leave your valuable belongings here; we will keep them in a safe for you please contact our office for more information .

Some Useful words &phrases
Hello/goodbye Namaste/namaskar
How are you? tapaailai kasto chha ?
I'm doing fine malaai sanchai chha
All right/OK thik chha
What is your name? tapaaiko naam ke ho?
My name is Mary mero naam mary ho
Thank you dhanyawaad 
I don't need it malai chaahidaiana
What to do? ke garne ?
I did not understand maile bujina
Good/beautiful/tasty Raamro/swaadilo
Excuse me /sorry maaph garnus
How much does is cost? kati parchha
See you tomorrow bholi bhetaulaa
Tasty /nice food mithho chha /swaadolo chha
yes Ho/chha
no hoina/chhaina

Do's and Don'ts

• Dress appropriately, nudity is unacceptable any ware
• Raising your voice or shouting show extremely bad manners and will not solve your problems. Always try to remain calm.
• Never touch any thing or point at anything with your feet, this is the "lowest" part of the body and doing so is considered to be bad. Also, do not step over anyone.
• In contrast, the head is the highest part of the body. and doing so is considered to be bad .also, do not pat children on the head
• When addressing someone, it good to add ­– JI at the end of the name (e.g. Bishnu ji) that shows respect.
• Nepalese generally do not like to give negative or no answer at all. So keep this in mind when someone gives you the wrong direction, it may be through fear of disappointing you.
• Always walk clockwise around Buddhist stupas and always remove your shoes before entering a Buddhist or Hindu temple (May Hindu temples do not permit westerners to enter), and also do not smoke in a holy places!
• Always remove your shoes before entering nepali home.
• Guests are always expected to wash there hands and mouth before dining.
• Don't give money to beggars and children in the streets, as they are all professional and don't need it. also, some may ask you to buy mink instead of giving them money but don't as they sell in back to the salesman and earn even a more money, also while on the trail avoid giving money or sweets to children, it encourage begging.

Getting around the town
the best way to see kathmandu is to walk or ride a bicycle but there are many other ways of transportations .if you wish we can provide you an air-conditioned car/van to move around please contact our office for detail otherwise in the streets you will find taxis, busses tempos, motorcycles & Cycle - rickshaws easily available .the main bus station is north of the city center, near Ratnapark but busses leave from different places so it is depends on where you want to go. Though it is not prevalent but to be on the safer side, it is good to be careful of pickpockets especially in crowed places and public transportations.

Travelling alone in the streets at night?
Walking alone late in night it is not advisable as you may encounter people who might have a little too much to drink .also, if you take any sort of transport make sure that the driver is sober
Interesting places to visit

There are lots of in to visit and things to do in Kathmandu. You could  easily  spend several weeks exploring its medieval streets markets temples, ancient old building  structures  and whole valley  itself. However, as your time could be limited it is recommended that you try  to at least some of the following places

Thamel/Chhetrapati: centrally located tourist hub of kathmandu, and an interesting place to stroll around .Most tourist as well as the locals love to visit Thamel comes alive at night  with bars and pubs playing live music, and restaurant with cultural shows. Adjacent to Thamel is a place called Chhatrapati that has quite a broad collection of crafts and clothing.

Asan tole and Indrachock: just to the south of Thamel at a walking distance of about 25 minutes is the old market area of Kathmandu where you can walk through a maze of narrow streets and experience a way of life that has remained relatively unchanged for centuries

Kathamandu durbar square – the center of the old city of kathmandu and site of the 17th century royal place and residence of the kumara devi ,the famous and the only living goddess it takes about a little more then half on hour on foot and 10 minutes by car.
it was listed in the UNESCO world Heritage Monument in 1979
Entrance fee- Nrs. 200(tow hundred only)

Swyambhunath temple(monkey temple)- an important Buddhist temple (gompa)famed for its monkeys and the panoramic view  overlooking the entire city of kathmandu ,patan in the far distance bhadgoan- bhaktpur the old city. It is situate on s hillock about 77 m above the level of kathmandu city at a distance of about 3km west of the city.

it was listed in the UNESCO World heritage Monument in 1979
Entrance fee Nrs.200 (two hundred only)

Bouddahanth – famous for its Buddhist stipa one of the biggest in the world and center for the large Tibetan population in the kathmandu valley is approx 8  kms from center of the town .you can stroll around  the stupa always in clockwise direction and if you are shopping you can make a it was listed in the UNESCO World heritage monument in 1979
Entry fee- Nrs.100 (hundred only)

It was listed in the UNESCO World heritage monument in1979
Entrance fee – Nrs.250 (tow hundred fifty only)

patan durbar square- one of the old cities of Nepal,5 km away from kathmandu. While in patan visit the durbar square industrial estate (great handicraft center-of carpet jewelry and wood carving factories)

it was listed in the UNESCO World heritage monument in1979
Entrance fee – Nrs.225 (Two hundred twenty five only)

Bhaktpur (bhadgaon)- cycle out or catch the trolley bus to this ancient city and wander through the streets, visit the pottery market and admire the intricate woodcarving for which this city is well known baktapur durbar square with the famous golden Gate house the famous palace with 55 windows and host of other sculptures with intricate carving.

it was listed in UNESCO world heritage monument in 1979
Entrance fee- Nrs.750 (seven hundred only)

changu narayan – some 12 km east of kathmandu,situated at the end of a long ridge which runs well into the valley is a temple called change narayan,said it be oldest temple in the valley that have been built  in 323 AD.

It was listed in UNESCO world heritage monument in 1979
Entrance fee- Nrs. 75 (seventy five only)

Godavari- approx. 10 km south east of patan and hosts the only royal Botanical Garden in Nepal.

Dakshinkali- Approx. 20 km from the city and is famous for the dakshinkali pilgrimage temple dedicated to goddess kali, where animals are sacrificed at cultural events

Kakani- Approx.29 km north west of kathmandu offers beautiful views of Ganesh Himal,langtang,gaurishanker Himalchuli and Mt. Annapurna

dhulikhel – a newari town situate 30 km south east of kathmandu is popular for it's natural beauty and ancient tradition

Nagarkot- a beautiful hill station hill situates 32 km east of Kathmandu at an altitude of 2,175 m above sea level.

We can provide you guide to show around kathamandu valley. Contact our office for information but if uou would like to explore the city on  your own ,there is no problem, there will be a lot of people who would walk up to you asking if you need a guide most of them know a lot about all the sites and the history, and is quite interesting to here there stories but it return they would ask money .if if you do't want to give them money , make it clear in the beginning, then it is up to them if they want to join you

Mountain flights: there is a daily flight from Kathmandu along the eastern Himalayan ranges to Everest at on altitude of 14000 ft /4245 m. you can see the chain of mountain ranges from langtang to kanchenga. to cost for an hour mountain  in approx USD 150 and the cost includes: transportation to and fro the airport. Please contact our office for more information

Restaurants: Thamel boasts of restaurants offering a multitude of cuisine  from all over  the world – Italian, Russian, ranch, German Indian and of course nepali as well .there are also number of excellent but slightly mote expensive restaurants around durbar marga(king' way), popular among the Nepalese communities and the foreigners alike few  of those recommended are:

Traditional nepali:                            bahnchha ghar                                        bijhan griha
Thai:                                                    Yin Yang                                                   bann thai(durbar marg)
Chinese                                             nanglo pub (durbar marg)                    China town (Thamel
Japanese                                          Fuji (kanthipath)                                       Kushi Fuji(durbar marg0
Tibetan:                                              Utse Restaurants (Thamel)                  Tibet kitchen (Thamel)
Italian/pizza                                        fire ice restaurants
Road house café
Steaks:                                                K-too steakhouse
Everest steak house
brakefast                                            pumpernicel bakery                                 mike's Break fast
Bars                                                    Tom &jerry
Sam's Bar
dance Clubs                                      club Dynasty

Note: your trek /tour leader or our staff can be best advice you in this and if necessary make reservation for you.

Tipping: it is customary to tip the waiters as service charge in not levied in the bill.it is advisable to tip around 5% ti 10% in big hotels. Bell boy s and room maids would be happy to receive rs 10 to 20 in smaller places some loose change or about Rs25 will be appreciated.

While in trek remember to tip your trekking crew (guide Sherpa's and porters).Normally you give between 1 and 2 Us Dollar a day for each person .lastly please remember to tip off your driver after the tour is over

Shopping: Kathmandu is a shopper's paradise where one can buy anything from Tibetan carpets to traditional wood carvings, handicrafts and jewelry .all these and more can be found in the main tourist shopping centers at Thame. this area is also good for souvenirs silver jewelry and other semi-precious stones such as turquoises coral and amethyst. Lapis lazuli is very reasonably priced here in Nepal look for golden flicks like snail trails on the stone! Trekking equipment is also available for buying or on hire .there are several goods shops selling a variety of books and maps on Nepal Tibet and south Asia in General ,the own we recommend to you is –The kathmandu book house or pilgrim's book shop both located in Thamel

Spitting image: (THE HIMALAYAN TIMES, Monday, march 29 2004)
There are different explanations to this spitting habit .biologically, the secretion of saliva varies from person to person in regard to etiquette, you need to consider many things sometimes emotional insecurity leads to people biting nails and spitting them out negative thinkers spit to express dissatisfaction; bodily reaction like throwing out what is within them young people sometimes spit to express resentment; a pseudo attempt to balance dissatisfaction in short, a lot of people may not be comfortable with the sight but spitting is not uncommon in this country

Toilet Customs
although ,most of the hotels and restaurants in kathmandu have the facility of western toilets, however ,the 'squat toilet' is must common throughout the country next to the typical squat toilet is placed a bucket and or tap with water supply for flushing the toilet and cleaning the nether regions (only with left hands!) while still squatting over the toilet. Therefore, Nepalese never eat with their left hand and always touch, hand over or receive with their right hand.

Some important telephone numbers:
Red Cross ambulance                               4-228094
Ambulance                                                    4-224121
Fire brigade(kathmandu)                           4221177
Police                                                             100
Patan hospital                                              5-522266,5-522295
Teaching hospital                                        4-412404,4-412808,4-412303
Bir hospital                                                    4-221988,4-221119          
CIWEC clinic                                                 4-228531(9:00 a.m.to 4:00p.m. Mon to Fri.)
Himalayan Rescue association               418756
Night Taxi                                                      4-244485,4-224375

Airport tax and check in time
before leaving country, make sure you don't spend all your money on souvenirs as there is an airport tax required to be paid the airport tax is :

Nrs.1356              per person for departure to SAARC (South Asian) countries
Nrs.1697              per person for departure to other international destinations and
Nrs.170                 per person for departure to all domestic destinations (applicable at all nationals)

Check in time for a domestic flight is 1 hour prior departure while for international flight, it is 2 and half hours. The airport is at distance of 5km from Thamel which takes about 20 minutes by taxi with fare around Rs250.All Tickets need to be reconfirmed at least 72 hours prior to departure to may leave your tickets with us for reconfirmation.

Finally we request you to fill the evaluation form after returning from your trek/tour or forward your suggestions/comments if any this will help improve our program and enable us to serve you even better in future

Our contact office address
All Nepal Tour
Thamel-29 Kathmandu
Tell:-+977-1-4700989/Cell-9851001169(chiran),
Email:-allneapaltour@gmail.com
Web:-www.allnpaltour.com

We Hope you will have a wonderful time in Nepal. If you have any Question, please let us know we will be glad to be of assistance to you. Namaste!!