Thamel

Welcome to Nepal. On your arrival at the airport, you will be relieved of any travel stress as our representative will welcome you, take care of your luggage & transfer you to your hotel. Kathmandu, the city of temples and gods, nestled amid hills and mountains at 1400 meters above sea level, holds sacred significance for Hindus and Buddhists alike. A spiritual haven rich in cultural heritage. Arrive in your hotel. Check in hotel followed by rest and relaxation.

Pashupatinath Temple

09:00 AM: Start a full-day sightseeing tour of Kathmandu, visiting the following UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Pashupatinath Temple – The most sacred Hindu temple in Nepal, dedicated to Lord Shiva. Boudhanath Stupa – One of the largest stupas in Nepal and a revered site for Buddhists. Swayambhunath Stupa – The oldest Buddhist stupa in the Kathmandu Valley, a symbol of harmony between Hinduism and Buddhism. Kathmandu Durbar Square – The historical royal palace complex, home to the Kumari Ghar, the residence of the Living Goddess. On the way back to your hotel, enjoy a short walking tour through: Indrachowk – One of Kathmandu’s oldest traditional markets. Ason Spice Market – A lively bazaar filled with colors, aromas, and local life. Kathesimbu Stupa – A smaller replica of the Swayambhunath Stupa with a serene monastery. 00:00 hrs: Return to your hotel after the sightseeing tour. 05:45 PM: Pick-up from your hotel for a traditional Nepali dinner with cultural dance performances.

Chitwan National Park

07:30 AM: After breakfast, you will be picked up from your hotel and transferred to Chitwan National Park. The journey covers approximately 160 km and takes about 5 to 6 hours, offering beautiful views of mountains, green hills, rivers, and the roadside lifestyle of Nepal. Upon arrival at the resort, check in and enjoy lunch. After lunch, the hotel activity manager will brief you about your upcoming programs in Chitwan National Park. Late afternoon Activities: Visit the park office and observe elephants Jungle walk Sunset view over the Rapti River Return to the resort after the tour and enjoy the Tharu Cultural Dance Performance in the evening. Note: The program may slightly vary depending on the hotel or resort you choose. Guests staying in luxury properties usually focus more on Jeep safaris inside the National Park.

Chitwan National Park

07:30 AM: After breakfast, you will be picked up from your resort for a full day of jungle activities in Chitwan National Park, including: Canoe ride and bird watching Jungle walk Visit to the Elephant Breeding Center Jeep safari or elephant-back safari Note 1: The exact timing of each activity will be informed during breakfast. Note 2: The program may slightly vary depending on the hotel or resort you choose. Guests staying in luxury properties usually focus more on Jeep safaris inside the National Park. Note 3: Lunch and dinner will be served at your resort.

Lumbini Monastic Site

08:30 AM: After breakfast, transfer to Lumbini, the birthplace of Lord Buddha. The journey covers approximately 160 km and takes about 5 hours, passing through Daunne, Bardghat, and Bhairahawa. Upon arrival, check in to your hotel. After some refreshment, enjoy lunch and a short rest. Around 3:30 PM, begin your sightseeing tour inside the Lumbini Temple Zone, visiting: Eternal Peace Flame Statue of Little Buddha Peace Garden Mayadevi Temple Pushkarni Pond Ashoka Pillar In the evening, enjoy a peaceful meditation session under the Banyan tree, located just in front of the Pushkarni Pond. Return to your hotel after the tour.

Pokhara Lakeside

Early Morning: Visit some of the beautiful and meaningful monasteries built by different nations and Buddhist communities inside the Lumbini Monastic Zone. You will explore these monasteries on foot; however, you may also choose to hire an electric rickshaw for a convenient tour around the area. Note: The rickshaw cost is not included and will be at your own expense. You will be visiting some of the following monastries: Nepal Monastery, Japan Monastery, Sri Lanka Monastery, Thai Monastery, Vietnam Monastery, Chinese Monastery, India Monasteryv& French Monastery etc. After visiting several of the monasteries, return to your hotel and enjoy breakfast. 09:30 AM: After breakfast, you will be picked up from your hotel and transferred to Pokhara via Palpa. The scenic hilly drive takes approximately 7 hours, offering beautiful views along the way. Upon arrival in Pokhara, check in to your hotel and enjoy some rest and relaxation.

Dhampus

Early Morning: Enjoy a sunrise tour to Sarangkot, offering breathtaking views of the mountains and sunrise over the Himalayas. After the tour, return to your hotel for breakfast, followed by a romantic one-hour boating experience on Phewa Lake. In the late morning, you may choose to enjoy some of the following adventure activities on your own: Paragliding, Ultralight flight, Zipline, or Bungee Jumping. (Please contact us in advance for timely arrangements.) Around 2:00 PM: Pick up from your hotel for a half-day sightseeing tour, visiting: Devi’s Falls – A beautiful waterfall near Pokhara. Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave – A sacred cave where the river flows beneath the ground. Dhampus Village – One of the most scenic and traditional villages near Pokhara. After the tour, return to your hotel and enjoy the evening at your leisure.

Bandipur

08:00 AM: After breakfast, check out from your hotel in Pokhara and transfer to Kathmandu. The drive covers approximately 200 km and takes about 6 hours under normal traffic conditions. En route, visit Bandipur, a charming hilltop town known for its Newari culture and traditions, often referred to as a living museum with beautiful mountain views. Enjoy lunch there, and after lunch, continue the drive to Kathmandu (about 5 hours). Upon arrival in Kathmandu, check in to your hotel and relax after the journey.

12:00 Noon: Pick up from your hotel and transfer to Bhaktapur, about a 45-minute drive from Kathmandu. Bhaktapur Durbar Square is renowned for its art, culture, temples, traditional lifestyle, and historic palaces. This living Newari museum is one of the best-preserved royal squares in the valley. You will have the opportunity to try your hand at traditional pottery with a local Newari potter and taste the famous local yogurt, “Juju Dhau” (King of Yogurt). After exploring Bhaktapur Durbar Square, continue your journey to Nagarkot around 4:30 PM.

Nagarkot View Tower

After visiting Bhaktapur Durbar Square, continue your journey to the Nagarkot View Tower to enjoy the beautiful sunset and panoramic Himalayan views. On a clear day, you can see some of Nepal’s most famous peaks, including Langtang, Ganesh Himal, Dorje Lakpa, Jugal Himal, Gaurishankar, and even Mount Everest in the distance. After sunset, drive back to Kathmandu, which takes approximately one hour.

Kathmandu

Have your breakfast at your own pace since there is no special program today. Feel free to go shopping or anything you wish to do. Note: We will pick you up from your hotel 3 hrs. before the flight departure time. Usually, the checkout time in Nepali hotels is before noon (12.00hrs)