| Duration | 9 |
| Max. altitude | 2175 m |
| Difficulty | Easy |
| Transportation | All-inclusive |
| Accommodation | All-inclusive |
| Trip starts/ends | kathmandu / kathmandu |
| Trip route | Kathmandu- Nagarkot- Bhaktpur -Pokhara- Trishuli River Rafting Chitwan- Bandipur- Pokhara- Kathmandu |
Your trip day starts today when you arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. Upon your arrival, you will be received by our representative at the airport. He will be carrying a signboard with our company's name on it. Then, you will be transferred to the tour hotel and checked in. A trip briefing will follow later today, and the representative who picks you up from the airport will notify you of the time. We will come to meet and brief you about the trip at a fixed time. Until then, relax or explore a bit of the surroundings.
After breakfast, we will take you for a day tour of cultural heritage monuments in Kathmandu Valley. The time will give you a mixed insight into the history, culture, art, architecture, and spirituality of Kathmandu Valley. The sites include Swoyambhunath, aka Monkey Temple, The oldest of all places in Kathmandu Valley. Swoyambhunath is an important Buddhist spiritual site with over two thousand years of history. This site has gained a popular name as a monkey temple, as this small forested hill is a suitable habitat for hundreds of monkeys. The visit there will heighten your spiritual and cultural experience. Patan City, including Patan Durbar Square: A tour of the medieval city of Patan gives you a great insight into ethnic Newari culture, Buddhist spirituality, religious harmony, art, and architecture while you stroll around the charismatic alleys taking you to magnificent local community squares known as Bahal and eventually leading you to an incredible medieval palace square. The monuments and skills of the local artisans displayed on those monuments in the Durbar square will stun you with their unbelievable charm. Boudhanath Stupa: The largest in the world, this magnificent stupa is a significant centre of faith for the people following Tibetan Buddhism. This place is a lovely Circular Square with a stunning stupa in the middle, which spreads many spiritual vibrations around the atmosphere. Drive to Nagarkot, a beautiful hill station for a panoramic view of the Himalayas, later after the tour finishes in Kathmandu.
Get up early in the morning for the sunrise. If the weather is apparent in the morning, Nagarkot has one of the most spectacular views of the Himalayas, Panorama. Along with the morning, there will be a panoramic view of the Himalayan range, with the Langtang and Ganesh ranges at the closest. After breakfast, check out the hotel and start descending to Bhaktapur another Best Durbar square for sightseeing for around one hour and a continuous drive to the rafting point in Trishuli River, after finishing the rafting continuous drive to Chitwan. About 7 hours of drive takes you to the nearby town of Chitwan National Park, where you will engage in unique jungle safari activities. Once you arrive at the hotel, you will be informed about the Jungle safari tour activities schedule, and the tour will take place at the scheduled time.
A full-day jungle safari activity is scheduled for today. From the Elephant ride to the Jungle walk and canoe ride to the cultural village walk, all activities are planned, and you will follow the scheduled activities accordingly. Today's activities will bring you face to face with some beautiful animals in the jungle, like one-horned rhinoceros, deer, bears, crocodiles, different species of birds, and occasional encounters with the royal Bengal tiger. You will also visit the elephant breeding centre and elephant bathing place.
After breakfast in Chitwan, embark on a scenic drive to Bandipur, a distinctive hilltop village in Nepal. Once a thriving commercial hub, Bandipur has become a tourist destination for its unspoiled natural beauty, tranquil ambiance, and breathtaking mountain vistas. Upon arrival, check into your hotel and begin exploring this captivating area.
Bandipur is renowned for its well-preserved Newari culture, picturesque countryside, and unique architectural charm. The cobblestone streets, traditional houses, and serene surroundings provide an authentic glimpse into Nepal’s cultural heritage, making it an idyllic escape from the hustle and bustle of urban life.
Take your breakfast and start your drive to the beautiful lake city of Pokhara to explore natural wonders. After a five-hour drive, you reach your hotel in Pokhara. After checking into a hotel, go for lunch. An excellent meditative boating program on Lake Fewa is scheduled for today after lunch. One hour of wonderful time is spent on the lake, enjoying the serene atmosphere and feeling the soothing breeze from the nearby Annapurna mountain range in the Himalayas. Spend some leisurely time around Lakeside after a boating trip. Pokhara has been declared the tourism capital for several reasons: its natural beauty, religious and cultural sites, historical landmarks, adventure opportunities, easy transportation, available lodging and dining options, and overall necessary all of the tourist facilities.
An early morning drive up to Sarangkot for another spectacular sunrise and a stunning view of the Annapurna mountain range in the Himalayas. After the sunrise, drive back to Pokhara and join breakfast. Go for the sightseeing tour of some places like Davis Falls, Gupteswor Cave, etc. Drive to the World Peace stupa on a beautiful hill and enjoy the magnificent view. Drive to the International Mountain Museum and spend some time there learning about the mountain culture and lifestyle. Drive back to Lakeside and take your leisurely time to get some massage, stroll around Lakeside, and relax.
Drive back to Kathmandu after breakfast. Or you can fly back to Kathmandu, paying an additional cost for the ticket. Check into the hotel once you arrive in Kathmandu and freshen up. We will go for dinner later in the evening.
You will be transferred to the airport as per your flight schedule. We will pick you up from the hotel three hours before your flight.