Nepal · Culture

10-Day Nepal Highlights Tour with Lumbini, Pokhara and Chitwan

10 Days Round trip from Kathmandu 44600 Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Visit the birthplace of Lord Buddha in Lumbini
  • 02 Explore the Tharu village and enjoy a jungle safari in Chitwan
  • 03 Discover the cultural heritage sites of Kathmandu Valley, including Bhaktapur Durbar Square, Boudhanath, Pashupatinath, and Swayambhunath
  • 04 Witness stunning sunrise and Himalayan views from Nagarkot and Sarangkot
  • 05 Enjoy boating on Phewa Lake to visit Tal Barahi Temple and explore Pokhara's lakeside charm

The Nepal introduction tour offers a diverse experience across some of the beautiful cities of Nepal. It is a great opportunity to explore ancient historical sites, natural beauty, and exotic wildlife within a short period of time. Discover the heritage sites of Kathmandu Valley, enjoy scenic drives with Himalayan views, witness stunning sunrises from Nagarkot and Sarangkot, visit the birthplace of Lord Buddha in Lumbini, and experience the culture and wildlife of Chitwan.

Discover the heritage sites of Kathmandu Valley, enjoy scenic drives with Himalayan views, witness stunning sunrises from Nagarkot and Sarangkot, visit the birthplace of Lord Buddha in Lumbini, and experience the culture and wildlife of Chitwan.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 10 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Premium
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Pokhara, Kathmandu, Chitwan, Lumbini, Bhaktapur, Nagarkot
Languages English, Hindi

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Kathmandu and Evening Aarti

  • On day one, you arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport.
  • Our representative will pick you up and transfer you to the hotel. If you are not tired and feel fresh after the journey, you can take a short break, and later you can observe the evening aarti (evening prayer to God) at Pashupatinath.
2
Day 02

Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing and Drive to Nagarkot

  • After breakfast at the hotel, your journey starts with the wonderful cultural heritage sites of Kathmandu Valley.
  • Today's journey is an incredible mixture of culture, history, spirituality, art, stories, and natural beauty.
  • Today's sightseeing covers Bhaktapur Durbar Square, Boudhanath, Pashupatinath, Swayambhunath, and more.

Overnight at Nagarkot

3
Day 03

Sunrise Views and Scenic Drive to Pokhara

  • After breakfast, see the sunrise and Himalayan view.
  • Drive towards Pokhara. It is around a 6-7 hour drive by private tourist vehicle.
  • During the drive, you will surely enjoy the scenic beauty and witness beautiful views of the Himalayas, waterfalls, landscapes, local markets, the Trishuli River, and much more.
  • In the evening, if you want, we'll see the nightlife in Pokhara.
4
Day 04

Sarangkot Sunrise and Pokhara Sightseeing

  • In the early morning, you will drive to Sarangkot to view the magnificent Annapurna range, Machhepuchhre, Himchuli, Manaslu, and many others. The fantastic sunrise and the glassy Himalayan range look nearest and superb from Sarangkot Hill.
  • After spending a couple of hours in Sarangkot, you will get back to the hotel for breakfast. After some rest, you will go sightseeing around Pokhara.
  • Enjoy boating on Phewa Lake to visit Tal Barahi Temple, which lies in the middle of the lake at an altitude of 800 m above sea level. Then we continue to visit Seti Gorge, the Mountain Museum, and Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave.
  • Our sightseeing trip continues to the White Peace Stupa, where we observe the beautiful lake city.
  • In the evening, enjoy the lakeside character.

Overnight at hotel

5
Day 05

Drive to Lumbini via Ramgram

  • Early in the morning, we enjoy breakfast at our hotel.
  • Then we head towards Lumbini. It takes around 7 and a half hours to get there.
  • On the way, we visit Ramgram. It is believed that the relic of Lord Buddha was in Ramgram.

Overnight at Lumbini

6
Day 06

Meditation and UNESCO Sightseeing in Lumbini

  • In the early morning, we start our day with meditation. After meditation, we have breakfast and then begin exploring this UNESCO World Heritage Site and the birthplace of Lord Buddha.
  • We visit the Mayadevi Temple and sacred places inside the garden. This place is important because it is said that Queen Mayadevi gave birth to Siddhartha Gautam here in 563 BC. In the northern part, there is a garden with the World Peace Stupa.
  • Nearby is the monasteries area, which contains different international monastery structures from Myanmar, Sri Lanka, Japan, China, India, Thailand, Korea, Vietnam, and Germany.
  • Ashoka Pillar, Eternal Peace Lamp, Pushkar Pond, and other centres such as the library and museum are other attractions here.
  • Overnight stay at the hotel in Lumbini.
7
Day 07

Drive to Chitwan and Visit Tharu Village

  • Today after breakfast, we drive from Lumbini to Chitwan. It takes around 5 hours to reach Chitwan.
  • After check-in at the hotel, take some rest and visit the Tharu village. Along the way, we also see the sunset view from the bank of the Rapti River.

Overnight at Chitwan

8
Day 08

Canoe Ride, Jungle Safari, and Tharu Cultural Show

  • The day begins early with a canoe ride, which is the best way to discover the habitat of crocodiles in the river. It is also a relaxing and enjoyable way to watch different kinds of birds and wildlife species while they drink water on the bank of the Rapti River.
  • Other activities in Chitwan are a jungle safari, elephant bathing, and a visit to the elephant breeding centre.
  • We also visit the indigenous Tharu village to see their lifestyle and traditions.
  • In the evening, we will visit the Tharu Culture Centre, where we will watch the native Tharu cultural dance show.

Overnight at our hotel.

9
Day 09

Return to Kathmandu

  • After breakfast at Chitwan, we are ready to return to Kathmandu. It can take around 5 to 6 hours to drive, and in the evening, you can explore the nightlife of Thamel.

Overnight at Kathmandu

10
Day 10

Departure from Kathmandu

  • Today is your last day in Nepal. You carry lifetime memories and experiences of Nepal in your mind.
  • We will pick you up 3 hours before your flight schedule.
  • We hope to see you back in Nepal.
Sarangkot sunrise, Phewa Lake, Tal Barahi Temple, Bhaktapur Durbar Square

Where this trip takes you

Sarangkot sunrise, Phewa Lake, Tal Barahi Temple, Bhaktapur Durbar Square

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Kathmandu 44600 6 cities · 10 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner
  • Accommodation at 3/4-star and similar hotels (rooms on double and twin-sharing basis)
  • Private transport with AC for the entire trip, as per the itinerary, with fuel and a company-trusted driver
  • All sightseeing and entry fees
  • Jungle safari, canoeing, elephant breeding centre, and national park permit fees in Chitwan
  • A professional tour guide for the trip
  • All government taxes, VAT, parking, and toll charges

What's Not Included

  • Extra meals
  • Tipping and portage charges
  • Any beverage-related expenses
  • Medical and insurance-related expenses
  • International airfare
  • Anything else not mentioned under 'PACKAGE INCLUDES'

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Kathmandu, Nepal
Tour start
Kathmandu 44600, Nepal
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 10 days finish where they began, in Kathmandu 44600.

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Estimated room rates

Single Room $787.00 — $1,270.00
Double Sharing $787.00 — $1,270.00

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