Kathmandu-Nagarkot-Lumbini-Pokhara Tour (13 nights 14 Days)

Kathmandu-Nagarkot-Lumbini-Pokhara Tours

 Nepal is one of the richest countries in the world in terms of flora fauna and biodiversity due to its unique geographical position. Nepal houses the world's deepest gorge Kali Gandaki to the highest peak on the earth Mount Everest. A very interesting altitude variety! Besides Mt. Everest, eight out of fourteen highest summits of over 8000m are in Nepal. Nepal is a land of colorful culture, ancient history and warm friendly people, fascinating old towns and magnificent temples, Nepal is also a paradise for adventure seekers; be it rafting, trekking,kayaking,bungee jumping (presumed to be the most scary and second highest in the world). The population of the country is the combination of the ethnic groups and sub-groups who speak over 70 different languages. 

Nagarkot View

The world famous Gurkhas come from the high mountains of Nepal. Nepal offers an astonishing diversity of sightseeing attractions and adventures opportunities found nowhere else in the world. Nepal, the land of splendid nature and rich culture is waiting for your exploration through its different facts. We give you an opportunity to explore four different regions of the country like Kathmandu, Nagarkot, Chitwan,lumbini&Pokhara, varying from the cultural hub teemed with fascinating ancient building like Kathmandu, the breathtaking scenery of Annapurna Range like Pokhara, and the vast, fertile forest like Chitwan National Park in Terai region and Buddhist religious in Lumbini region. This remarkable trip will make you realize that Nepal has much to offer.

 

Details of Itinerary

DAY 01 : Kathmandu
Arrive at Kathmandu International Airport and get transferred to a hotel. Our Tour Manager will give the trip brifing uppon arrval in Hotel.

DAY 02 : Kathmandu - Nagarkot
After breakfast proceed for city tour of Kathmandu visiting Pashupatinath and Boudhanath. Pashupatinath Temple is situated 5 km east of Kathmandu, the temple of Lord Shiva, Pathupatinath with two tierd golden roof and silver doors is considered one of the holiest shrines of Hindus. The stupa of Boudhanath lies 8kms east of Kathmandu. This ancient colossal stupa is one of the biggest in the world and the center of Buddhism in the world. It was listed in the UNESCO Heritage Monument in 1979.Then we visiting Bhaktapur Durbar square, the city contains many temples and other architectural showpieces like lion gate, statue of King Bhupatindra Malla, Picture gallery, the golden gate, the palace of 55 windows, batsala temple and bell of barking dogs, the replica of Pashupatinath temple. After lunch we drive to Nagarkot. Nagarkot is situated at 32 km east of Kathmandu and at an altitude of 2175 m above sea level, Nagarkot is a popular destination for the view of sunrise and sunset and panoramic view of Himalayas including Mount Everest.

DAY 03 : Nagarkot - Kathmandu
Wake up call early in the morning to enjoy the beautiful sunrise view from your room or from the terrace. After breakfast, we have some free time to enjoy panoramic view of Himalayas and short trek. We have lunch and then drive back to visit the ancient city of Patan Durbar Square, Tibetan Refugee Camp and Handicraft Industrial Estate. Patan City is an enchanting melange of palace buildings, artistic courtyard and former palace complex. One remarkable monument here is a 16th century temple dedicated to the Hindu God Lord Krishna, built entirely of stone.After breakfast proceed for city tour of Kathmandu visiting Durbar Square, complex of palaces, courtyard and temples, built between the 12th and 18th centuries, use to be the seat of the ancient Malla kings of Kathmandu. In the afternoon visit the Swoyambunath Stupa and Patan City. Swoyambhunath Stupa, atop the hillock is one of the holiest Buddhist sites in Nepal enlisted in the World Heritage Site.

DAY 04 : Kathmandu - Chitwan
After breakfast drive to Chitwan National Park. On the way to Chitwan day rafting in Trisuli river. Lunch will be served at the River Bank during the rafting.  After Rafting drive to Chitwan National Park.After Dinner we will have  the Tharu Cultural Performance.

DAY 05 : Chitwan
After breakfast, your adventure holiday starts off with canoeing in the Rapti River where you can see Gharial and then, a visit to the Elephant breeding centre. After Lunch proceed to the jungle for a guided safari on Elephant where you are free to see animals such as rhino, antelope and other wildlife as you move through the jungle.

Day 06 : Chitwan-Lumbini
After breakfast take a quick tour of Birdwatching than drive to Lumbini. The Birhplace of Lord Buddha.Lumbini is locate west part of Nepal. This is the birth place of Siddhartha Gautam who later became Buddha (Gautam Buddha) and established Buddhism. Next fact Lumbini is a Buddhist pilgrim.

Lumbini is an UNESCO heritage site nominated for International Heritage Program. Lumbini and Buddha is the symbol of peace. The main attraction of Lumbini are monasteries, Bodhi tree and pound, Ashok Piller, Mayadevi Temple, pilgrims, performing meditation site, Lumbini Garden, eternal peace flame, Chinese Maitreya Temple

DAY 07 : Lumbini - Tansen - Pokhara
After breakfast, explore around Lumbini as sightseeing. The sightseeing in Lumbini provide inner peace to every one. Afternoon you will drive to Tansen seeing country side. After arrival in Tansen you will explore the city then drive directly to Pokhara. Pokhara is a place of remarkable natural beauty. The serenity of Phewa Lake and the magnificence of the Fishtail Peak rising behind it create an ambiance of peace and tranquility. Pokhara is a perfect place to see the panoramic view of Himalayan region including Annapurna and Dhaulagiri.

DAY 08 : Pokhara
After breakfast, proceed for a half-day sightseeing tour of Pokhara City including Mahendra Cave, David Fall, Tibetan Refugee camp, Seti George, Guteshowr cave and 1 hour boating at Lake Phewa. Free at leisure for the remainder of the day.

Day 08 : Pokhara-Sarangkot-Hiking

Early Morning sunrise tour to Sarangkot.We will drive to Trekking Starting point (30 Minute).Then walk up to the Hill around 45 Minute. After seeeing the Beautiful mountain Views & Sunrise back to Kathmandu.

Sarangkot is very famous hill station for sunrise and sunset view. Trekking from Pokhara to Sarangkot is considered to be one of the easy trekking in Nepal which passes through the villages of different ethnic communities. Sarangkot trekking is short trekking package than others trekking package within the Annapurna area. This trek offers the great opportunity to observe the fascinating culture and custom of Nepal?s western mid hill communities with in a short time.
Sarangkot offers the superb views of Mount Annapurna, Dhaulagiri range. During the course of Annapurna trekking, this easy and short trekking could be done either from Pokhara or from Dhampus village. 


Highlights
Possible views of Machhapuchhre (Mt. Fishtail) 6993m, Annapurna I- 8091m., Annapurna II-7937m., Annapurna III-7855m, Annapurna IV- 7525m, Annapurna South 7819m, Varaha Shikhar 7847m, Himchuli 6441m, Dhaulagiri 1- 8167m, Dhaulagiri II- 7751m, Nilgiri 6940m, Thapa Peak 6015m, Tukche Peak 6920m, Mardi Himal 5588m. Singu Chuli 6500m, Tharpu Chuli 5663m. Gangapurna 7483m, Lamjung Himal 6931m.

 

DAY 09 : Pokhara - Kathmandu
After Breakfast scenic drive back to Kathmandu.

DAY 10 : Kathmandu Departure
Free for adequate personal activities till departure transfer from hotel to the International Airport