Day 1 - Arrive in Kathmandu (4430 ft): Upon arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel. Then, you will be briefed about your program. Venture out if time permits.
Meal: Dinner
Overnight: Hotel in Kathmandu
Day 2 - Sightseeing in Kathmandu: The rich tapestry of the cultural heritage of Nepal is synthesized in Kathmandu Valley, representing elegant architecture, refined culture, colorful bazaars, simple and hospitable people.
After breakfast, a sort drive will take you to Patan, the first city of Nepal. The ancient name of Patan is Lalitpur, meaning the city of beauty. The city is believed to be the first settlement in the Valley and famous for its amazing collection of fantastically carved temples and palace courtyards. The Durbar Square (Palace Square) of Patan is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Then visit another World Heritage site of Soyambhunath stupa on a hillock overlooking Kathmandu valley. Well known as ‘Monkey Temple’ the golden spire crowning, Soyambhunath is the most ancient and mystical of all the holy shrines in Kathmandu valley.
Meal: Breakfast
Overnight: Hotel in Kathmandu
Note: Today you will have the option of an 'Everest flight' to view Mt. Everest and other Himalayan ranges. The flight duration is about 50 minutes, and takes place in the early morning. Let us know if you are interested.
Day 3 - Fly to Pokhara (2790 ft): A short and scenic flight will take you to the beautiful town of Pokhara. The lush natural beauty of Pokhara contrasted with spectacular mountain views and a tranquil lake, has quietly won the hearts of travelers from around the world. After check-in at the hotel, take a boat ride on Fewa Lake. After lunch, visit International Mountain museums that showcase the information and history of mountain and mountaineers. Rest of the day in leisure. Stroll around the colorful lakeside.
Meal: Breakfast
Overnight: Hotel in Pokhara
Day 4 - Sightseeing in Pokhara:
After breakfast, take a short drive to Pumdikot (1500m / 4920ft), a site of an ancient fort on a hilltop. Then take a short and pleasant hike to Peace Stupa. The hike is downhill and offers outstanding views of Fewa Lake, Pokhara city, and the Himalayas in the background. Drive back to Pokhara for lunch. Then, visit the famous Gurkha Memorial Museums and Bindhyabasini Temple. The visitors have to remove the shoes to enter the temple premises. Rest of the day in leisure. Stroll around the colorful lakeside.
Meal: Breakfast
Overnight: Hotel in Pokhara
Day 5 - Drive to Chitwan National Park (350 ft): After breakfast, you will leave for Chitwan National Park. It is about 4 ½ hours of scenic driving through Trisuli gorge and the flat and fertile land of Tarai in southern Nepal.
You will stay two nights in Chitwan, at the border of Chitwan National Park. You will spend these two days in Chitwan with different jungle activities such as jungle safari, boat ride, jungle walk or bird watching, tribal dance program, visiting tribal Tharu village etc. The activities will be in groups.
Chitwan National Park is the first national park of Nepal, established in 1973 to preserve a unique ecosystem and wildlife. The park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to the Bengal tiger and one-horned Asiatic rhinoceros.
Note: During monsoon and post monsoon (mid-June to early-October), Jeep safaris are not permitted to be conducted by park authorities due to slippery and muddy roads. Usually, the monsoon ends at the end of September, and Jeep Safari opens at the beginning of October, but it depends on the road condition. Alternate activities will be provided if the Jeep Safari is closed.
Meal: Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Overnight: Jungle Resort in Chitwan
Day 6 - In Chitwan: Jungle Activities
Meal: Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Overnight: Jungle Resort in Chitwan
Day 7 - Fly to Kathmandu: After a leisurely breakfast, you will be transferred to Bharatpur airport for a flight to Kathmandu. Upon arrival at Kathmandu airport, you will be transferred to Boudhanath, the largest Buddhist stupa in Nepal and a site of great veneration and Tibetan culture. Stop at a rooftop restaurant for coffee or lunch, and visit the Tibetan monastery and painting school. Then, you will be transferred to the hotel. Rest of the day in leisure.
Meal: Breakfast
Overnight: Hotel in Kathmandu
Day 8 - Depart from Kathmandu: Transfer to the airport.
Meal: Breakfast
