6-Day Nepal Heritage and Nature Tour with Pokhara and Chitwan

6 Days Round trip from Kathmandu Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore Kathmandu Valley UNESCO sites including Boudhanath Stupa, Pashupatinath Temple, Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple), and the Durbar Squares
  • 02 Catch sunrise views from Nagarkot and Sarangkot
  • 03 Enjoy a Trishuli River rafting experience on the way to Pokhara
  • 04 Discover Pokhara's top sights plus a scenic boat ride on Fewa Lake to Tal Barahi Temple
  • 05 Experience Chitwan National Park with a jeep safari, canoe ride, elephant breeding center visit, Rapti River sunset, and Tharu cultural show

Discover Nepal's must-see highlights in 6 memorable days, blending UNESCO-listed heritage, Himalayan sunrise viewpoints, and the relaxed charm of Pokhara. From the temples and palaces of the Kathmandu Valley to the serene shores of Fewa Lake, this journey offers a well-paced mix of culture, nature, and local life. Add a burst of adventure with rafting on the Trishuli River, then head to Chitwan National Park for classic jungle experiences like a jeep safari, canoe ride, and a lively Tharu cultural show before returning to Kathmandu for shopping, leisure time, and a farewell brunch featuring Nepali dishes.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 6 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Pokhara, Kathmandu, Chitwan, Patan, Nagarkot

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Kathmandu and Evening Exploration

  • Arrival in Kathmandu.

  • Meet and greet with a representative at the airport.

  • Transfer to the hotel.

  • Trip briefing and information sharing by an executive.

  • In the evening, walk around depending on your time availability.

  • Overnight at a hotel in Kathmandu.

2
Day 02

Kathmandu Heritage Tour and Drive to Nagarkot

  • Optional early morning mountain flight is available at an additional cost.

  • After breakfast, go for a full-day Kathmandu city tour covering major tourist attractions and UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

  • Visit Boudhanath Stupa.

  • Visit Pashupatinath Temple.

  • Visit Swayambhu Stupa, also known as the Monkey Temple.

  • Visit Patan Durbar Square.

  • Visit Kathmandu Durbar Square, where the living goddess Kumari resides.

  • In the afternoon, drive to Nagarkot.

  • Overnight at a hotel in Nagarkot.

3
Day 03

Nagarkot Sunrise, Trishuli River Rafting, and Pokhara

  • Enjoy the morning sunrise view from Nagarkot.

  • Have breakfast.

  • Drive to Pokhara with 3 hours of rafting on the Trishuli River along the way.

  • Reach Pokhara at around 5 pm.

  • Check in to the hotel.

  • In the evening, walk around Lakeside Street.

  • Overnight at a hotel in Pokhara.

4
Day 04

Sarangkot Sunrise and Pokhara Sightseeing

  • Early drive to Sarangkot for the sunrise view.

  • Enjoy the sunrise and then return to the hotel.

  • After breakfast, go on a Pokhara city tour including Gupteshwori Caves, Mahendra Cave, Bat Cave, Bindabasini Temple, and Davis Falls.

  • Enjoy boating on Fewa Lake to Tal Barahi Temple.

  • Overnight at a hotel in Pokhara.

5
Day 05

Drive to Chitwan and Jungle Activities

  • After breakfast, drive to Chitwan National Park.

  • Check in to the hotel in Chitwan.

  • Have lunch.

  • Go for a jeep safari for about three hours.

  • Enjoy a canoe ride.

  • Visit the elephant breeding center.

  • Walk around the city.

  • Enjoy the sunset view from the bank of the Rapti River.

  • In the evening, enjoy the Tharu cultural show.

  • Dinner will be served.

  • Overnight at a hotel in Chitwan.

6
Day 06

Return to Kathmandu, Leisure Time, and Departure

  • Have an early breakfast.

  • Drive back to Kathmandu.

  • Enjoy your afternoon in Kathmandu with shopping and other activities of your interest.

  • A farewell brunch is provided, including Nepali cultural dishes with executives.

  • It is a leisure afternoon, so you can enjoy on your own with a spa, massage, additional tours, souvenir shopping, or walking around.

  • In the evening, transfer to the international airport for your outbound flight.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Kathmandu 5 cities · 6 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • All airport transfers and applicable taxes and fees associated with transfers.

  • All hotel accommodations on a BB basis, based on your itinerary and package details.

  • All ground transportation in a private car or van with a skilled driver, including all driver expenses, fuel, parking fees, and associated taxes.

  • English-speaking guide for city tours, including all guide expenses.

  • 1 night/2 days complete package in Chitwan National Park, including all activity fees, accommodation, and meals.

  • Farewell dinner in an authentic Nepali cultural and traditional restaurant.

What's Not Included

  • International flight tickets

  • Domestic flight tickets, if you choose to fly between cities rather than drive

  • Meals (lunch and dinner, except in Chitwan National Park)

  • Temple and monument entrance fees

  • Additional services such as mountain flight, paragliding, or any add-on services

  • Personal expenses, including tips and gratuities

What to bring

  • Your personal belongings

  • Cash

  • Personal medicine, if any

Know before you go

  • Note: The tours are similar, and the cost varies based on the accommodation you choose.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Kathmandu airport
Tour start
Kathmandu
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 6 days finish where they began, in Kathmandu.

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Estimated room rates

Single Room $590.00 — $770.00
Double Sharing $540.00 — $720.00
Triple Sharing $499.00 — $690.00

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