Itinerary
- Day 1
Kathmandu
You'll land at Tribhuwan International Airport and get transferred to your hotel. After settling in, take some time this evening to walk around the nearby streets and get a feel for Kathmandu. Grab dinner somewhere local, then rest up for the days ahead.
- Start point
- Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal (kathmandu)
Optional Activities
- Walk down the streets close by to the hotel to explore local surroundings
- Day 2
Nagarkot
Following breakfast, you'll visit three major religious sites starting with Pashupatinath temple and its golden roof, then move on to Boudhanath, the ancient Buddhist stupa, and Swayambhunath where monkeys roam freely. From there, check out Kathmandu Durbar Square to see the Taleju Temple and Kal Bhairav. Later in the day you'll drive to Nagarkot for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Visit Pashupatinath temple
- Visit Boudhanath Buddhist stupa
- Visit Swayambhunath (monkey temple)
- Visit Kathmandu Durbar Square with Taleju Temple and Kal Bhairav
Landmarks Pashupatinath Boudhanath Swayambhunath Kathmandu Durbar Square Taleju Temple 
- Day 3
Balthali
Start early and catch the sunrise with views of the Annapurna, Langtang, and Gaurishanker Himalaya ranges spreading out before you. After breakfast, you'll head to the ancient town of Bhaktapur and explore its streets. Then drive to Khopasi and hike for 40 minutes to Balthali village, where terraced rice fields and traditional farmhouses dot the landscape. You'll overnight in either a family home or tent here.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Sunrise viewing and mountain views
- City tour of Bhaktapur
- Hike to Balthali village (40 minutes)
Landmarks Bhaktapur Balthali village 
- Day 4
Kathmandu
After breakfast, you'll hike to Namo Buddha, one of Nepal's most important Buddhist pilgrimage sites. The site holds significance in Buddhist mythology as the place where Buddha gave his body to a starving tigress and her cubs in a past life. You'll return to Kathmandu later and stay at your hotel for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Hiking excursion to Namo Buddha
Landmarks Namo Buddha 
- Day 5
Bandipur
You'll drive to Gorkha, which holds important significance in Nepalese history as the birthplace region of King Prithvi Narayan Shah's unification of Nepal. From there, continue to Bandipur, a charming village in the hills known for its local Newari culture and hospitality. You'll stay overnight at a comfortable resort there.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit Gorkha
Landmarks Gorkha Bandipur 
- Day 6
Pokhara
You'll arrive in Pokhara, the lake city, and have time to refresh. Then explore the area including Davis Fall, Mahendra Cave, the Old Bazaar, Vindyabasini temple, and Seti River Gorge. Check out the museum and spend a peaceful time on a boat ride across Fewa Lake. You'll overnight at a hotel in Pokhara.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Afternoon sightseeing tour of Davis Fall
- Visit Mahendra Cave
- Explore Old Bazaar
- Visit Vindyabasini temple
- View Seti River Gorge
- Visit Museum
- Boating on Fewa Lake
Landmarks Davis Fall Mahendra Cave Vindyabasini temple Seti River Gorge Fewa Lake 
- Day 7
Tansen
Early morning drive to Sarangkot to watch the sunrise with views of the Annapurna Himalaya range. You'll return to your hotel for breakfast, then take a scenic drive to Tansen, sitting at 1,310m/4,298 ft on the Siddhartha Highway. Spend time wandering through this colorful hill town with its old houses and beautiful landscapes. You'll stay at a local guest house for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Sunrise viewing at Sarangkot with Annapurna Himalaya views
Landmarks Sarangkot Tansen 
- Day 8
Lumbini
You'll drive to Lumbini, the birthplace of Lord Buddha and a major pilgrimage site. Start with tea or coffee and then take a nature walk with bird watching. After breakfast, go on an elephant jungle safari and visit the elephant breeding centre. Later in the afternoon, take a canoe ride or jungle hike. Experience traditional Tharu stick dancing and have dinner. You'll overnight at the resort.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner after Tharu stick dance)
Included Activities
- Nature walk and bird watching tour
- Jungle safari on elephant
- Visit elephant breeding centre
- Canoe ride or jungle hike
- Tharu stick dance
Landmarks Lumbini 
- Day 9
Chitwan
The drive to Chitwan National Park takes about 5 and a half hours covering 185km/115 miles. Check in at your hotel and enjoy welcome drinks with a briefing about jungle activities. In the evening, watch Tharu stick dancing and have dinner. You'll also do a cultural tour of a Tharu village and see a slideshow program.
- Meals
- Lunch, Dinner (Dinner with Tharu stick dance)
Included Activities
- Tharu stick dance
- Cultural tour (visit to Tharu Village)
Landmarks Chitwan National Park - Day 10
Chitwan
You'll have a full day in the jungle starting with morning tea or coffee and a nature walk with bird watching. Head back to the resort for breakfast, then start your elephant safari. Visit the elephant breeding centre and enjoy a canoe ride on jungle rivers. In the afternoon, take a jungle hike. Experience Tharu stick dancing followed by dinner. All meals are included and you'll overnight at the resort.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Dinner with Tharu stick dance)
Included Activities
- Nature walk and bird watching tour
- Jungle safari on elephant
- Visit elephant breeding centre
- Canoe ride on jungle rivers
- Jungle hike
- Tharu stick dance
- Day 11
Kathmandu
Wake up early for your final jungle activities, starting with tea or coffee and bird watching. Return for breakfast, then drive to Kurintar for a cable car ride to Manakamana. After that, head back to Kathmandu for an overnight stay.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Bird watching
- Cable car ride to Manakamana
Landmarks Manakamana - Day 12
Kathmandu Departure
Your escorts and vehicles will be ready at the hotel to transfer you to Tribhuwan International Airport for your flight home. Safe travels and thank you for the experience.
- End point
- Tribhuvan International Airport, त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal (Main Gate)
