Witness the wonders of Nepal in 8 days
The eight-day nature, culture & landscape trip to Nepal with the major places of interest in Kathmandu Valley and the Swyambhunath Stupa, is filled with lots of excitement and knowledge about Nepal’s rich culture and history not to forget the glimpse of Living Goddess Kumari at Kumari House in Kathmandu Durbar Square. When traveling in a country as uniquely diverse as Nepal, an understanding of its social, ethnic, and religious makeup is vital. On our cultural, tour you'll get a little taste of everything, from ancient temples to religious ceremonies, from the valley to all the frenetic dynamism of Nepal’s capital city, Kathmandu to the birthplace of Lord Buddha. Followed by the trip to city of Lake Pokhara. You will end your Nepal vibes by enjoying the traditional dance and music with a Nepalese meal the day before your departure to the next destination.
Services
Included:
- Airport Pickup and transfer to the Hotel
- Heritage Deluxe room accommodation with Breakfast in Kathmandu at Dwarikas Hotel
- Twin or double room accommodation
- English Speaking Tour Guide in Kathmandu
- Entrance fees to all Cultural Heritage sites and Temples
- Private a/c vehicle with driver and guide in Kathmandu tour
- Flight from Kathmandu to Chitwan
- National Park entree fees at Chitwan National Park
- Luxury Villas accommodation with all meals in Chitwan
- Canoe ride, bird watching, jungle walk, village tour, Tharu dance, sunset view, and Jeep safari at Chitwan
- Drive from Chitwan to Pokhara
- Heritage room in Fishtail Lodge Pokhara
- City Tour around Pokhara City
- Pokhara – Kathmandu by Flight
- Helicopter Tour to Annapurna Base camp
- Scenic Mountain Flight to the Everest Region
- Government tax
- Airport transfer upon completion of the program
Excluded:
- Any bar bills, Drinks, etc
- Client’s personal insurance and any kind of unforeseen expenses
- Natural Calamities beyond our control and expenses incurred during rescue services
- Travel/Medical Insurance
- Nepal Visa fees
- Lunch and Dinner in Kathmandu and Pokhara
Optional:
- Helicopter tour to Everest region and Breakfast
- Paragliding in Pokhara
- White Water Rafting
Itinerary at a Glance
Kathmandu - Kathmandu
Welcome to Kathmandu!
Boudhanath Stupa - Pashupatinath Temple - Megauli
Explore the asthonisching Boudanath Stupa
Megauli
Safari and Canoe Ride in Chitwan National Park
Chitwan - Pokhara
Drive to Pokhara
Pokhara - Annapurna Base Camp
Fly with a Helicopter
Sarangkot - Kathmandu - Monkey Temple
Sarangkot View Point and Flight back to Kathmandu
Bhaktapur Durbar Square - Kathmandu
Scenic Flight and Tour of Bhaktapur Durbar Square
Kathmandu
Goodbye Nepal!
Detailed Itinerary
Kathmandu - Kathmandu
Day 1: Welcome to Kathmandu!
Pretty much as soon as you touch down in this magical land at the top of the world, you'll be eagerly greeted, and then whisked off to your comfy hotel in the middle of the city. Evening awaits you with a local market tour and a briefing with your experts about the trip plan.
Boudhanath Stupa - Pashupatinath Temple - Megauli
Day 2: Explore the asthonisching Boudanath Stupa
Today you will be starting your tour to Boudhnath which is not only the largest stupa in the valley but also the largest stupa in the world. It lies about 6 km east of downtown Kathmandu. It looms 36 meters high and presents one of the most fascinating specimens of stupa design with hundreds of prayer wheels and 108 small images of Buddha all around.
Pashupatinath temple is one of the most famous Hindu temples in the world and is also listed as a world heritage site. It is a pagoda-style Hindu temple with gilt roofing and richly carved silver doors dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is situated on the bank of the holy Bagmati River. From Pashupatinath temple, you will then fly to Chitwan.
Chitwan National Park is one of the finest national parks in Asia and lies in the lowlands of south-central Nepal. When you arrive, you'll embark on an exciting safari to view all kinds of abundant wildlife.
Megauli
Day 3: Safari and Canoe Ride in Chitwan National Park
On your second day in Chitwan National Park, you'll embark on some incredible wildlife safaris to spot more amazing animals. Start your day early with a jeep safari through the jungle, getting up close and personal to some of the sleeping giants like leopards and tigers. Your expert guide will help you spot them along the way.
It is home to some endangered species such as the royal Bengal tiger, the one-horned Rhinoceros, and leopards. Gaurs, as well as sloth bears, monkeys, and varieties of deer and crocodiles, can also be spotted.
Around midday, take a walking safari along paths carved out among the dense trees. Look closely for birds and closely inspect some of the plant life in the thick jungle. In the evening, enjoy a fantastic canoe ride along the water where you'll be able to spot rhinos bathing in the steams and crocodiles stalking their every move.
Chitwan - Pokhara
Day 4: Drive to Pokhara
Your day starts with the drive to Pokhara which takes about 5 hours.
Pokhara is a sub-metropolitan city and is the second destination large city of Kathmandu and is famous for its Himalayan range and gorgeous lakes.
This is the most famous place for trekking and other activities. Pokhara is one of the popular tourist destinations in Nepal.
Later, in the afternoon you can visit the temple middle of the lake by boating. Furthermore, if you would like to book the sightseeing you can do it depending on your interest in Pokhara itself.
Pokhara - Annapurna Base Camp
Day 5: Fly with a Helicopter
The city of Lake Pokhara offers leisure as well as some adventure activities. If you would like to just wander around Phewa Lake during the nice evening or walk around the Lakeside, it’s totally worth doing it. Devi’s fall, Bat or Mahendra cave, and Tibetan refugee camp are places of interest never to miss out on. In optional you can feel like a bird by doing Paragliding.
In the camp, you will have the unique possibility to go on a helicopter tour to view the fantastic Annapurna range of mountains and rolling green hills. Fly over picturesque and dramatic scenery of verdant valleys and hills dotted with farm villages.
Sarangkot - Kathmandu - Monkey Temple
Day 6: Sarangkot View Point and Flight back to Kathmandu
Get ready to wake up early in the morning. You will be driven to the Sarangkot viewpoint. From here you will get an amazing view of Annapurna, Manaslu, Dhaulagiri range, and Mt Fishtail including a Panoramic view of Pokhara valley. After enjoying the view, you will then hike down to Pokhara valley and enjoy your breakfast.
Today you are flying back to Kathmandu. You will be driven to Pokhara Domestic airport and take a flight by Buddha Air to Kathmandu. Check in to the hotel and rest a few hours we will drive to Kathmandu Durbar Square for a city tour. A UNESCO World Heritage Site is one of three squares within Kathmandu Valley in Nepal. Durbar Square (durbar translates to “palace” or “a court held by a prince”) is an important site for Buddhist and Hindu rituals, holy ceremonies, royal events, and kingly coronations
Bhaktapur Durbar Square - Kathmandu
Day 7: Scenic Flight and Tour of Bhaktapur Durbar Square
The mountain flight not only allows you to enjoy fantastic views but also helps you to understand the geography of Nepal.
You will have a guided tour of Bhaktapur Durbar Square including a visit to the Peacock window, Golden Temple, Lion’s Gate, Mini Pasupatinath Temple, Vatsala Durga Temple, a paper factory, and the bronze statue of King Bhupatindra Malla. Walking through the cultural gate, passing by ponds, and watching the locals weaving and selling their items on the roadside, will make you feel fully immersed in the culture of the city, one that is a diverse mix of modernity and tradition, full of culture and a lively social atmosphere.
In the evening you will be treated to the traditional Nepalese banquet with cultural dance and music to end your Nepal journey until the next time because travelers revisit Nepal not because of the places infact its because of People
Kathmandu
Day 8: Goodbye Nepal!
Transfer to the Airport for the flight back to your home with sweet memories of Nepal, Kathmandu, different temples, mountains, nature, people, and smiles.
