Nepal is a small country where stand the world highest mountains, is famous, as the world's only Hindu Kingdom cohabit harmoniously with Buddhism and other believes. Religious tolerance and harmony such as is found in Nepal, is perhaps a unique example for the world where lives over 40 Ethnic Groups with 70 spoken languages.
While travelling you will discover the political and the cultural capital of the country and its narrow winding streets of the hippies era, medieval temples, palaces, and ancient Buddhist stupa’s, Birth place of Buddha, Safari in Royal Chitwan National Park to spot some of the endangered species as of one Horn Rhinocros
Pheva lake of Pokhara is jewel in lap of Himalaya, 2 days of trek through countryside to appreciate the magnificent view of mighty Himalayas snow clad mountains and to have the insight of Nepal’s rural lifestyle.
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu o/n in Hotel +D
Day 02: Sightseeing visit of Pashupatinath, Patan, Bhaktapur and drive to Dhulikhel.
Day 03: Drive to Namobuddha (1hrs, 1900m).
Day 04: Drive to Panauti explore around and drive to Chitwan.
Day 05: Chitwan Activities.
Day 06: Drive to Lumbini (5hrs, 150km).
Day 07: Drive to Pokhara (200km, 6hrs).
Day 08: Drive to Phedi about 45 mins and trek to Dhampus (1695m, 3hrs).
Day 09: Trek to Sarangkot (1592m, 6hrs).
Day 10: Trek to Pokhara, 3 hrs,
Day 11: Drive to Bandipur (85km, 3hrs, 1100m) .
Day 12: Drive to Kathmandu (150km, 4hrs, 1300m). Day 13: Departure.
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu
Upon arrival in the airport, our representative will pick you up from the international airport in Kathmandu and transfer to the hotel and after some refreshment invite you for welcome dinner. Night in hotel.
Day 02: Sightseeing visit of Patan and Bhaktapur and drive to Dhulikhel
After breakfast we drive to Patan. On the way visit Pashupati nath dedicated to Lord Shiva, is the oldest and holiest Hindu temple in Kathmandu of pagoda style of architecture. It hold immense culture, spiritual and historical significance.( main temple is not allowed to visit for non-Hindu) Patan is the ancient cities listed as a world heritage site by UNESCO in Nepal, known for its beautiful handcrafted and architectural works. Non Hindu are not allowed to visit certain part of the temple Then after Patan we drive to Bhaktapur. Bhaktapur is an ancient town in the east corner of the Kathmandu Valley. It is the third largest city in Kathmandu valley and was once the capital of Nepal during the great Malla Kingdom until the second half of the 15th century. Bhaktapur is also listed as a World Heritage by UNESCO for its rich culture, temples, and pottery artwork. These cities are exclusively rich for its own culture and traditional life. And further drive to Dhulikhel. Night in hotel.
Day 03: Drive to Namobuddha (1hrs, 1900m) o/n in a Guesthouse +B+D
After breakfast, explore Dhulikhel and drive to Namobuddha, Better known by Tibetans as Tag-mo Lu-jin. This means the place where the Buddha offered his body to the hungry mother tigress. It is renowned for Shakyamuni's act of compassion upon encountering a hungry mother tigress he offered her his body so that she could feed her cubs. There are a couple monasteries and one ancient Stupa erected nearby in which one can make offerings, pray, meditation and light butter lamps. Night in guest house.
Day 04: Drive to Panauti explore around and drive to Chitwan
Today, after breakfast, drive to the thriving Newari village of Panauti. Panauti is wedged between two streams, Punyamata and Roshi. The village is shaped like a triangle with a serpent idol standing at each of its three corners to protect from floods. After exploring Panauti we drive to Chitwan. On arrival in Chitwan, Welcome drinks and briefing about your programs about excursion of Chitwan National Park, Lunch then we go for Village tours to observe the lifestyle of ethnic people, sunset. Night in hotel.
Day 05: Chitwan Activities
After breakfast, we go for the elephant safari or joining Jeep safari. Lunch and go on a day-out canoe ride to spot crocodiles. Jungles walk and visit the elephant breeding Centre. Night in hotel.
Day 06: Drive to Lumbini (5hrs, 150km)
Morning bird watching tour for about 1 hours and after breakfast we drive to Limbini. On reaching in Limbini, check in hotel and after some refreshment we visit Lumbini Garden with its famous Mayadevi temple, Ashoka pillar, the holy pond, the eternal flame and the monasteries built by various Buddhist nations to commemorate the birthplace of lord Buddha. Night in hotel.
Day 07: Drive to Pokhara (200km, 6hrs)
Morning explore around and after breakfast we drive to Pokhara. On reaching in Pokhara check in hotel and relax. In afternoon you are free to explore the Pokhara. Night in hotel.
Day 08: Drive to Phedi about 45 mins and trek to Dhampus (1695m, 3hrs)
Today after breakfast we drive to Phedi. From Phedi trail start ascending through jungle and highland rice fields generally walk up to the valley of Dhampus with exploring. The area is inhabited by Brahmins, Chhetris and few Gurungs. Crossing the dirt road, a couple of times and stone staircases makes the trail more adventuring. The spectacular panoramic view of Annapurna Himalayan range makes your trip much greater. Night in guest house.
Day 09: Trek to Sarangkot (1592m, 6hrs)
After breakfast, we trek up and down up to Naudanda and to sarangkot, Sarangkot offers you breathe taking panoramic views of the Annapurna Mountain Range with sun set and sun rise. Situated very close to Pokhara town, it is a semi developed village located on a hill top. Night in lodge.
Day 10: Trek to Pokhara, 3 hrs.
Early in the morning we, climb up to the view point for the magic sunrise that is spectacular and can not to be missed! The Himalaya at its best will unfold its beauty to you. Then return to hotel pack up our bag then we head our walk down to Pokhara, after we begin the short trek (2-3h) which brings us along the rice terraces and dense forests all the way down to Pokhara! The local farmers and their children are always interested in a little chat. At the end of the afternoon we reach our hotel for one last night in Pokhara. Night in hotel.
Day 11: Drive to Bandipur (85km, 3hrs, 1100m)
After breakfast drive to Bandipur. Bandipur is a living museum of Newari culture, a beautifully preserved Village crowning a lofty ridge with one of the big caves above the highway stop of Dumre. Night in hotel.
Day 12: Drive to Kathmandu (150km, 4hrs, 1300m)
Morning explore around Bandipur village and then after breakfast we drive back to Kathmandu. Night in hotel.
Day 13: Departure
After breakfast check out the hotel and free to explore around until its the time to depart for your onward destination. And transfer to the airport as per your flight schedule.
Arrival and transfer transport from to international airport in Kathmandu
Welcome dinner by arrival
3* Hotel with breakfast and dinner
Sightseeing with culture guide and private transport in Patan and Bhaktapur
Private transport for whole tour as per the number of clients
One English speaking guide for whole tour
3 meals a day during trek and accommodation in guest house during trek to Dhampus and Sarankot porter to carry luggage during 3 days hike
Namobuddha accommodation in Monastery guest house with Breakfast and dinner
Full Board Accommodation in Chitwan including its activities as mentioned in the program
Lunch in Kathmandu, Dhulikhel, Lumbini, Pokhara, Bandipur and in Namobuddha
Monument entrance fees during sightseeing in Patan, Bhaktpur and Panauti about euro 30 per person
Personal expenses
International Flight
Nepali Visa Fee
Personal insurance in case of emergency
Tips for local staff
Domestic Air fare
Other than which not mention above is in include extra transport if needed
Vehicle to be Used:
2/3x: Sedan
4/6x: Scorpio/ Jeep
7/10x: Toyota Hiace
11/15x: Coaster
Region: Kathmandu — Pokhara — Chitwan
Activity: Walk and explore
Season: Sep — Dec, March — April
Duration: 13 Days, 2 days of trek
Discover Kathmandu city and its typical monuments
The impressive architecture of the old intricately carved palaces
The Hindu and Buddhist pilgrimage site and religious fervor of Nepalese
The Sacred Ghats on the banks of the Bhagmati River at Pashupati Nath
Lumbini, the birth place of Buddha
The fauna and flora of the Chitwan National Park
Pokhara town in lap of Himala and optional Boat ride in Pheva Lake
Two days of trek to Witness the mesmerizing beauty of Himalya
The warm hospitality of the Nepalese