Nepal · Religious & Spiritual

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

9 Days Round trip from Kathmandu 44600 Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Enjoy white water rafting in the Trishuli River
02 Explore wildlife, village life, and cultural performances in Chitwan National Park
03 Enjoy sunrise views from Sarangkot Hill
04 Visit the Pashupatinath Temple and Boudhanath Stupa
05 Explore Bhaktapur Durbar Square

Experience Nepalese culture on a 9-day journey through Kathmandu, Chitwan, Lumbini, Pokhara, and Bhaktapur, with mountain views, golden-hued temples, and charming villages along the way. Enjoy white water rafting on the Trishuli River, wildlife and cultural activities in Chitwan National Park, and visits to the Lumbini Garden and the ancient sites of Kapilvastu and Devdaha. The tour also includes sunrise views from Sarangkot Hill, sightseeing in Pokhara Valley, and visits to sacred landmarks such as Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa, and Swayambhunath.

On the way to Chitwan, enjoy 4 hours of white water rafting on the Trishuli River.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 9 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Kapilwastu, Pokhara, Kathmandu, Chitwan, Lumbini, Bhaktapur

Languages English, Hindi, Nepali

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arrival in Kathmandu and Durbar Square Visit

Arrive at Tribhuvan Airport and meet your Kathmandu tour guide.
Transfer to your hotel.
Visit Kathmandu Durbar Square.
Spend the evening at leisure.

Day 02

Drive to Chitwan with Trishuli River Rafting

Have breakfast and drive to Chitwan National Park.
On the way to Chitwan, enjoy 4 hours of white water rafting on the Trishuli River.
Continue your drive to Chitwan.

Day 03

Wildlife and Cultural Activities in Chitwan

Spend your day enjoying the following activities:
- Bird watching tour.
- Elephant ride.
- Canoeing/boating.
- Visit to the elephant breeding centre.
- Ethnic village tour.
- Museum visit.
- Cultural dance show.

Day 04

Drive to Lumbini, the Birthplace of Lord Buddha

Have breakfast and then go on a sightseeing tour by the river bank.
Drive to Lumbini, the birthplace of Lord Buddha. It takes about 4-5 hours, depending on the mode of transportation.
Spend your evening at the Lumbini Garden.

Stay overnight in the guest house.

Day 05

Sightseeing in Lumbini, Kapilvastu, and Devdaha

Visit Lumbini and see the ancient places of Kapilvastu and Devdaha.
Spend your evening in the same hotel.

Day 06

Drive to Pokhara via Palpa

Have breakfast and drive to Pokhara via Palpa.
See the villages and rugged mountain paths on the way to Pokhara.
Reach Pokhara in the evening.
Visit Fewa Lakeside before retiring to your room.

Day 07

Sunrise at Sarangkot and Pokhara Valley Sightseeing

Drive to Sarangkot Hill for sunrise views of the surrounding mountains.
Return to the hotel for breakfast and continue sightseeing around Pokhara Valley.
See the Mountain Museum, Gorkha's Museum, caves, Davis Falls, Tibetan refugee camp, and local markets.
Spend the rest of the time at leisure.

Day 08

World Peace Stupa, Flight to Kathmandu, and Temple Visits

Drive to the World Peace Stupa and enjoy a nice view of the mountains and Pokhara city from there.
Return to the hotel to pick up your luggage and then drive to the airport.
Upon reaching Kathmandu, visit Pashupatinath Temple and Boudhanath Stupa.
Have lunch and then visit the Monkey Temple.
Spend your evening exploring the local bazaar in Thamel.

Day 09