For such a small country, the natural beauties on offer in Nepal are limitless. Discover why Nepal is one of the most sought after destinations in Asia with this ideal introduction. Over 12 days, explore fascinating Kathmandu for a dose of Nepal's history and culture; Nagarkot for magnificent mountain views; the old capital of Gorkha, and beautiful Pokhara - set in a subtropical valley beneath the mighty Annapurna. For wildlife you'll visit Chitwan National Park, home to the Indian rhino and Bengal tiger. The energetic can even fit in an optional day rafting on the Trishuli River.
Day 1 - Kathmandu
- Arrival transfer from International Airport in Kathmandu to your hotel
- Leisure in Kathmandu
Day 2 - Kathmandu, Bhaktapur, Nagarkot
- Visit Pashupatinath Temple
- Bouddhanath Stupa
- Drive from Kathmandu to Bhaktapur
- Bhaktapur Durbar Square
- Drive from Bhaktapur to Nagarkot (1950 m)
- Explore Nagarkot
Day 3 - Nagarkot, Bhaktapur, Patan, Kathmandu
- Sunrise view early in the morning
- Hike to Changunarayan
- Drive from Changunararyan to Patan
- Patan Durbar Square
- Drive from Patan to Kathmandu
Day 4 - Gorkha
- Drive from Kathmandu to Gorkha
- Gorkha
Day 5 - Gorkha
- Sightseeing tour around Gorkha and surrounding villages
Day 6 - Gorkha
- A second day visiting villages around Gorkha
Day 7 - Pokhara
- Drive from Gorkha to Pokhara
Day 8 - Sarangkot, Pokhara
- Drive from Pokhara to Sarangkot
- Sunset view from Sarangkot
- Drive from Sarangkot to Pokhara
- Tour of Pokhara
- Visit Davi’s fall
- Gupteshwor Cave
- Mahendra Cave
- Bat Cave
- Seti Gorge
- Bindhyabasini temple
Day 9 - Chitwan National Park
- Drive from Pokhara to Chitwan
- Briefing on Jungle program
- Visit Chitwan National Park
- Ox-cart ride
- Tharu Village tour
- Tharu cultural program
Day 10 - Chitwan National Park
- Elephant-back safari
- Elephant Bathing
- Canoe ride
- Elephant breeding centre
Day 11 - Chitwan National Park, Kathmandu
- Bird watching tour
- Drive from Chitwan to Kathmandu
Day 12
- Departure transfer from your hotel to Tribhuvan International Airport
Many visitors to Nepal are hoping for blue skies and clear views of the Himalaya, which are most prevalent in autumn. This is also the best time to see the country at its greenest, fresh from the summer monsoon rinse, but as it is the peak season trails and lodgings are very busy. The other popular time to visit is during the spring months of February, March and early April which bring more warmth, but correspondingly higher levels of haze can obscure mountain views unless you get up into the high country. Winter’s chill is only for the hardiest hikers whereas summer is the lushest season, but bear in mind that the monsoon can bring unpredictable disruption.
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