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10 Day itinerary in Nepal, Asia

Grand Nepal Round Trip

This tour starts with sightseeing tour of Kathmandu visiting all major highlights and UNESCO Heritage sites. Kathmandu is also known as “Living Cultural Museum in World”. Visit includes Swoyambhunath stupa, Patan Durbar Square, Pashupatinath temple, Boudhnath stupa and Bhaktapur Durbar Square. Expl... Read More

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Overview

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Recommended Age

Everyone

Operated in

English

GUIDANCE

On Some Day Trips

starting point

Kathmandu

trip type

Private

trip attributes

Hiking

Indigenous culture

Visit markets

Meet local people

Historic & cultural landmarks

Purposeful Travel

Nature & Wildlife

Water & Coastline

Start

Night

End

Highlights

1

Explore Kathmandu valley covering UNESCO Heritage sites and see century old Traditions and Culture

2

Himalayan view with beautiful lake, sunrise and sunset over mountains

3

Enjoy Jungle activities at Chitwan – one of the finest national park in Asia

4

Visit The Birth place of Lord Buddha – Lumbini (Spiritual destination)

Itinerary

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Day 1

place Arrival Transfer

You will arrive in Kathmandu airport. Upon arrival meet your airport officer who will be holding pla-card (sing board) with your name outside Arrival Hall at International airport. You will get transferred to your hotel located in city center. Rest of the day will be free on own to stroll around local area. Overnight at Hotel in Kathmandu

Guide: Included for the day

Accommodation:

  • Standard Package: Kathmandu Grand Hotel
  • Superior Package: Hotel Himalaya
  • Deluxe Package: Hotel Yak & Yeti
Day 2

place Full-day sightseeing tour covering 4 UNESCO Sites

Your sightseeing tours begin after breakfast. Your guide will come at your hotel and meet you at hotel lobby at 0930 am. You will proceed with sightseeing tour of Pashupatinath temple located on the bank of Bagmati River. This temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and often known as “abode of Shiva”. Only Hindus are permitted to enter inside the temple complex for worship however other can go other side of temple to see the rituals of Hindu people and morning activities. You will also witness rare ceremony of funerals as per Hindu traditions at cremation ghats on the bank of holy river Bagmati. After visit at Pashupatinath temple, you will proceed to Boudhnath stupa located 3 Kilometers away from the temple. Boudhnath stupa is also known as “Mini Tibet” and one of the largest Buddhist stupa in Nepal. This stupa is surrounded by Tibetan settlements and monasteries. You will witness Buddhist rituals and traditions at Boudhnath area which is en-circle by Buddhist prayer flags and mane. In the afternoon you will drive to Swoyambhunath stupa located on the hill top overlooking Kathmandu valley. This Buddhist stupa is famous as “Monkey temple: and one of the best place to observe cultural harmony between Hindus and Buddhist in Nepal. Both Hindu and Buddhist pay homage to this site. The view of stupa includes entire Kathmandu valley floor with outstanding views of Central Himalayan ranges. Continue to Patan Durbar Square another UNESCO site located in Kathmandu. Patan is known as “City of Beauty” and visit to Patan Durbar Square offer excellent opportunity to see local Newari people, ancient Royal complexes and architecture of medieval era. Stroll narrow lanes of Patan visiting Patan Durbar Square, Krishna temple, Mahaboudhi stupa and Golden temple. Patan is also famous for metal works and wood carvings. Overnight at Hotel in Kathmandu

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation:

  • Standard Package: Kathmandu Grand Hotel
  • Superior Package: Hotel Himalaya
  • Deluxe Package: Hotel Yak & Yeti
Day 3

place Bhaktapur Sightseeing tour & drive to Nagarkot (38 Kms/1.5 Hrs)

Morning after breakfast, your guide will come and meet you at your hotel. You will drive 14 Kilometer east to Kathmandu to visit the best preserved ancient city of Bhaktapur. Bhaktapur is also called as cultural hub of Newari people. Many of the highly decorated buildings and shrines were destroyed in the 1934 & 2015 earthquake. However, the main square still contains a few temples and other architectural show pieces; the Lion Gate, the statue of Bhupatindra Malla, the Palace of 55 windows, the Bell of the barking dogs, the Nyatapola temple and the replica of Pashupatinath temple. In Bhaktapur you will observe the Newari people with traditional and daily work. Narrow lanes of Bhaktapur offer bargain price for the Thankas “Oil painting on Silk” which you can buy if interested. Your guide will see off you at Bhaktapur and you will continue your drive to Nagarkot hill station with your driver. Nagarkot is located 38 Kilometers from Kathmandu. Nagarkot is popular for incredible sunrise and sunset view over Himalayas. You can see 8 out of 13 Himalayan ranges in Nepal from this place located at altitude of 2100 meters. You have free time to stroll around place or can relax at hotel with splendid view of sunset. If weather is very clear then you can also see Mount Everest – the highest peak in the world. Overnight at Hotel in Nagarkot

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation:

  • Standard Package: Niva Niwa Lodge
  • Superior Package: The Fort Resort, Nagarkot
  • Deluxe Package: Hotel Mystic Mountain
Day 4

place Drive to Chitwan (205 Kms/7.5 Hrs). Jungle activities

Morning after breakfast at 07:30 am, your driver will pick you for drive to Chitwan along scenic mountain highway. Chitwan is one of the finest national park in Asia and famous for viewing wildlife such as One Horn Rhino, Tiger, Deer and other wild flora and fauna on its natural habitat. Upon arrival you will be welcomed by naturalist from your lodge. You will enjoy Lunch at dinning complex and followed by the activities briefing. Today you will enjoy Jungle walk inside forest escorted by local naturalist from lodge. You will continue with the visit to Tharu villages located on the edge of the park area. Tharu people are indigenous people from plain region of Nepal and have their own lifestyle and culture. In the evening you will enjoy Tharu Stick Dance. Lunch, Dinner & Overnight at Hotel in Chitwan

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation:

  • Standard Package: Rhino Residency Resort
  • Superior Package: Park Safari Resort
  • Deluxe Package: Barahi Jungle Lodge
Day 5

place Full-day Jungle Activities

Morning enjoy Canoe ride at Rapti river to see water birds and Crocodile. After Canoe ride, you will enjoy Elephant briefing and breeding center. In the afternoon, you will enjoy Jeep safari to see wildlife of Nepal. Today highlight will be spotting one horn Rhino in dense forest. If you are lucky then you can also see Tiger. After safari you will be back at hotel. Lunch, Dinner & Overnight at Hotel in Chitwan

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation:

  • Standard Package: Rhino Residency Resort
  • Superior Package: Park Safari Resort
  • Deluxe Package: Barahi Jungle Lodge
Day 6

place Drive to Lumbini – 5 Hrs

Morning, drive to Lumbini. Lumbini is the Birth Place of Lord Buddha – founder of Buddhism. Afternoon, commence on a sightseeing tour of Lumbini garden, Visit includes famous Maya Devi temple & other monasteries located inside Garden area. Overnight at Hotel in Lumbini

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation:

  • Standard Package: Hotel Ananda Inn
  • Superior Package: Buddha Maya Hotel Palace Pvt. Ltd.
  • Deluxe Package: Buddha Maya Gardens Hotel
Day 7

place Drive to Pokhara (7 Hrs)

Morning drive to Pokhara. Pokhara is famous for wonderful views of Himalayas and its snow fed lakes. The reflection of Mt. Fishtail & Annapurna range on Lake Phewa is breathtaking. Pokhara is also base camp for the trekking on Annapurna region with other day hike tours around valley rim. Free day on own to stroll around Phewa Lakeside area. Overnight at Hotel in Pokhara

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation:

  • Standard Package: Hotel City Inn, Pokhara
  • Superior Package: Atithi Resort & SPA Pvt. Ltd.
  • Deluxe Package: Temple Tree Resort & Spa
Day 8

place Sarangkot Sunrise Tour & Pokhara tour with boat-ride

Early morning, excursion to Sarangkot to see sunrise over Mt. Annapurna, Dhaulagiri massif & Mt. Fishtail. Return to hotel for breakfast. Afternoon, commence on a Pokhara city tour which includes Bindavashini temple, Seti Gorge, Devis fall & Gupteshwor Mahadev cave. We will provide complimentary boat ride at Phewa Lake in Pokhara. Overnight at Hotel in Pokhara

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation:

  • Standard Package: Hotel City Inn, Pokhara
  • Superior Package: Atithi Resort & SPA Pvt. Ltd.
  • Deluxe Package: Temple Tree Resort & Spa
Day 9

place Drive to Kathmandu – 200 Kms/6 Hrs

Drive to Kathmandu. Transfer to your hotel. Free day on own. Overnight at Hotel in Kathmandu

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation:

  • Standard Package: Kathmandu Grand Hotel
  • Superior Package: Hotel Himalaya
  • Deluxe Package: Hotel Yak & Yeti
Day 10

place Departure Transfer

Transfer to Kathmandu airport in time to board your flight back home.

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast

What’s Included

Accommodation expand_less

  • Kathmandu Grand Hotel
  • Niva Niwa Lodge
  • Rhino Residency Resort
  • Hotel Ananda Inn
  • Hotel City Inn, Pokhara
  • Hotel Himalaya
  • The Fort Resort, Nagarkot
  • Park Safari Resort
  • Buddha Maya Hotel Palace Pvt. Ltd.
  • Atithi Resort & SPA Pvt. Ltd.
  • Hotel Yak & Yeti
  • Hotel Mystic Mountain
  • Barahi Jungle Lodge
  • Buddha Maya Gardens Hotel
  • Temple Tree Resort & Spa

Meals expand_less

  • Breakfast (9)
  • Lunch (2)
  • Dinner (2)

Transport expand_less

  • Necessary airport transfers in Kathmandu with assistance using air-conditioned private vehicle
  • Sightseeing tours as per the tour itinerary using air-conditioned private vehicle
  • Kathmandu/Nagarkot/Chitwan/Lumbini/Pokhara/Kathmandu private surface transfer

Activities expand_less

  • An English speaking local guide for sightseeing tours in Kathmandu, Lumbini & Pokhara
  • An English speaking naturalist for Jungle activities in Chitwan
  • Jungle activities as per 2 nights/3 days at Chitwan
  • Chitwan National Park entrance fees as applicable
  • Rickshaw Ride at Lumbini during sightseeing tour
  • Sarangkot sunrise excursion in Pokhara
  • Boat ride at Phewa Lake in Pokhara
  • Vehicle related cost as applicable for fuel, parking & toll taxes
  • Government taxes as applicable

Not Included expand_less

  • Monument entrance fees at monuments in Kathmandu, Lumbini & Pokhara - payable directly
  • Personal expenses, Nepal visa fee & Gratitude (Recommended)

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