| Duration: | 8 Day(s) - 7 Night(s) |
| Tour Category: | Classic Tours |
Kathmandu Chitwan Pokhara Tour Package offers you the chance to visit the three major Durbar Squares of the Kathmandu Valley: Bhaktapur Durbar Square, Patan Durbar Square, and Kathmandu Durbar Square.
Durbar in Nepali means "Palace." Around the central Durbar Square in each of these places are the old royal palaces. At Kathmandu Durbar Square (Hanuman Dhoka), you can see numerous pagodas and Indian-style temples (Shikhara), the House of Kumari (the Living Goddess), the Kasthamandap (the wooden house from which the name Kathmandu originates), along with many other attractions found in the valley. You will also visit the Swayambhunath Monkey Temple.
According to Buddhist literature, Swayambhu is self-originated, and kings and priests later preserved it by building a temple around it.
Bhaktapur city, located just 13 kilometres east of Kathmandu, means “City of Devotees.” It is also a centre for pottery and traditional masks. Major sightseeing highlights include Bhaktapur Durbar Square, the Golden Gate, the Palace of 55 Windows, Nyatapola Temple, Bhairavnath Temple, Dattatreya Temple, and Pujarimath.
This package includes jungle safari activities with a cultural program in Chitwan National Park, located in the southern lowlands (the Terai) of Nepal. Chitwan—meaning “heart of the jungle”—is one of Asia’s finest wildlife reserves.
It is home to more than 700 species of birds and over 70 species of wild animals, including the endangered Royal Bengal Tiger, elephants, one-horned rhinos, sloth bears, and gharial crocodiles.
The local inhabitants belong to the Tharu tribe, and there are opportunities to visit Tharu villages and enjoy cultural performances.
Pokhara is another major highlight of the Kathmandu Chitwan Pokhara Tour Package and is the most popular tourist destination in Nepal after Kathmandu. Enclosed by the Annapurna Range of the Himalayas (in a horseshoe shape), Pokhara lies at an elevation of 800m with clean, fresh air and an ideal subtropical climate. Most travellers stay in the scenic Lakeside district along the shores of Fewa Lake—Nepal’s second-largest lake.
Lakeside is full of hotels, shops, and restaurants. The main street runs parallel to the lakeshore and has the feel of a relaxed border town.
TRIP FACTS:
Country: Nepal
Duration: 8 days
Area: Kathmandu, Chitwan, Pokhara
Activities: Tour
Difficulty: Easy
Max. Altitude: 2,000 m
Seasons: Jan–Dec
DAY-TO-DAY ITINERARY
Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu and Transfer to the Hotel
Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu. You will be welcomed by our representative and transferred to your hotel. Our guide will briefly explain the tour program upon arrival.
Day 02: Full-Day Guided Sightseeing Tour in Kathmandu Valley
Today’s sightseeing includes Kathmandu Durbar Square and the Living Goddess Kumari’s House. Until the late 17th century, Nepal was divided into more than 50 small kingdoms, including four in the Kathmandu Valley—Kathmandu, Bhaktapur, Patan, and Kirtipur.
The kings lived in royal palaces now known as Durbar Squares. Kumari is a revered virgin goddess worshipped by locals, a tradition begun by King Jaya Pratap Malla.
You will also visit Pashupatinath, Boudhanath, and Swayambhunath—all UNESCO World Heritage Sites with immense cultural and religious significance.
Day 03: Kathmandu Drive/Fly to Pokhara
Travel to Pokhara by road or flight. Upon arriving around 2:00 PM, transfer to your hotel, freshen up, and enjoy boating on Fewa Lake or relaxing at the hotel. Overnight in Pokhara.
Day 04: Full-Day Guided Sightseeing in Pokhara Valley
After breakfast, begin a full-day exploration of Pokhara. Enjoy a relaxing morning by Phewa Lake, where the reflection of Mt. Machhapuchhre (Fish Tail) shines on the water. The Annapurna mountain panorama creates a stunning backdrop.
Visit Seti River Gorge, Mahendra Cave—with its limestone formations—and other sites if time permits. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 05: Pokhara Drive to Chitwan
After breakfast, travel overland from Pokhara to Chitwan National Park. Begin various safari activities such as elephant-back safari, jungle walks, canoe rides, and visiting the Elephant Breeding Centre.
Lunch and dinner are served at the resort. In the evening, enjoy a Tharu Cultural Show. Overnight at the resort.
Day 06: Full-Day Jungle Safari in Chitwan National Park
Enjoy a full day of safari activities inside Chitwan National Park. If lucky, you may spot rhinos, Royal Bengal tigers, leopards, monkeys, deer, and various reptiles. Make sure your camera is ready—preferably with a telephoto lens. Overnight at the resort.
Day 07: Chitwan Drive Back to Kathmandu
Wake up early, have breakfast at the resort or en route, and drive back to Kathmandu. Arrive by early afternoon. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Nepali dinner with a cultural performance.
Day 08: Final Departure
Transfer to the airport for the final departure or join another tour program with us. Thank you!
