Nepal · UNESCO Heritage Sites

6-Day Kathmandu and Chitwan Tour with Heritage Sites and Jungle Safari

6 Days Round trip from Kathmandu 44600 Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Visit Pashupatinath Temple and Boudhanath Stupa
  • 02 Explore the UNESCO World Heritage cities of Patan and Bhaktapur
  • 03 Admire the variety of wildlife at Chitwan National Park
  • 04 Enjoy sunset views by the Rapti River in Chitwan

This 6-day Kathmandu & Chitwan tour combines culture, architecture, and wildlife in one journey through Nepal. Explore some of the Kathmandu Valley's most important heritage sites, including Pashupatinath, Bauddhanath, Swayambhunath, Patan, and Bhaktapur, before heading to Chitwan National Park for jungle experiences and rich birdlife. Along the way, enjoy cultural encounters, scenic views by the Rapti River, and the chance to see wildlife in the dense sub-tropical jungle.

Along the way, enjoy cultural encounters, scenic views by the Rapti River, and the chance to see wildlife in the dense sub-tropical jungle.

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At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 6 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Kathmandu, Chitwan, Bhaktapur, Patan
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Kathmandu

  • Our representative will welcome you at TIA.

  • You will then be transferred to the hotel arranged by our company for your overnight stay.

  • Have a discussion about trekking over a delicious dinner.

2
Day 02

Kathmandu Valley Heritage Sightseeing

  • Our first task of the day is to obtain a trekking permit. Then, visit the main places of the Kathmandu Valley, including Pashupatinath, Bauddhanath, and Swayambhunath.

  • Pashupatinath is the oldest and holiest Hindu temple, while Bauddhanath Stupa and Swayambhunath Stupa are among the oldest Buddhist stupas.

  • Return to the hotel for the night.

3
Day 03

Patan and Bhaktapur Sightseeing Tour

  • Start the tour of two more UNESCO World Heritage Site cities, Patan and Bhaktapur. The Durbar Square of Patan is full of ancient places, temples, and shrines, noted for their exquisite carvings, mostly among the Hindu and Buddhist monuments.

  • Similarly, Bhaktapur is known as the Town of the Devotees.

  • After exploring all the places, return to the hotel and start preparing for tomorrow.

4
Day 04

Drive to Chitwan and Rapti River Sunset

  • Take an early morning breakfast and drive to Chitwan. The route goes along the Trishuli River. After reaching Chitwan, rest for a while.

  • Walk to the Rapti River to watch the charming sunset views.

  • In the evening, have dinner with a cultural program.

Overnight at Chitwan.

5
Day 05

Chitwan National Park Jungle Safari

  • After having breakfast, explore all the places in Chitwan National Park.

  • Go to the areas where you may spot water buffalo, egrets, woodpeckers, and deer in their natural habitat. The park is also home to rhinoceros, tigers, leopards, sloth bears, wild bison, 500 birds, butterflies, as well as the near-extinct gharial crocodiles.

  • Enjoy an elephant safari, a nature walk, bird watching, a jungle drive, or a canoe trip.

  • After that, return to the hotel for the night.

6
Day 06

Return to Kathmandu

  • Early in the morning, start the 185 km drive back to Kathmandu. It is an upward journey along the winding road that you came by.

  • Spend your last moments shopping and celebrate with dinner together with us.

Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath, Swayambhunath, Chitwan National Park

Where this trip takes you

Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath, Swayambhunath, Chitwan National Park

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Kathmandu 44600 4 cities · 6 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • All accommodation in 3-star hotels in the cities

  • All meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner

  • All ground transportation

  • Kathmandu sightseeing with an English-speaking city tour guide

  • One cultural show and dinner

What's Not Included

  • International flight

  • Monument entrance fees

  • All personal expenses such as bar bills, beverages, and snacks

  • Airport tax

  • Extra shower, battery recharge, laundry charges, etc.

  • Personal clothing and gear

  • Tips for the guide and porter

  • Costs arising from cancellation, landslide, weather, political unrest, or illness that are not under our control

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM), Ring Rd, Kathmandu, Nepal
Tour start
Kathmandu 44600, Nepal
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 6 days finish where they began, in Kathmandu 44600.

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