Nepal Highlights Tour

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  • Duration: 11 Days
  • Visited Cities: Kathmandu, Patan, Bhaktapur, Chitwan, Pokhara, Lumbini
  • Difficulty Level : Easy
  • Arrival City : Kathmandu
  • Departure City : Kathmandu
  • Meals: 11 Breakfast, 2 Lunch , 4 Dinner
  • Accommodation: 4 Star Hotels

Nepal Highlights Tour is an enriching journey through the cultural and natural treasures of Nepal. The tour takes you to four different tourist destinations of Nepal – Kathmandu valley, Pokhara, Lumbini and Chitwan which attracts travelers in four different ways.

Explore the UNESCO World Heritage sites of Kathmandu, Patan, and Bhaktapur, where ancient temples, intricate architecture, and vibrant marketplaces offer a glimpse into the country’s rich history and heritage.

Experience the breathtaking beauty of the Himalayas with a visit to Pokhara, where tranquil lakes and towering peaks create a stunning backdrop for outdoor adventures. Enjoy a memorable sunrise excursion to Sarangkot, offering panoramic views of the Annapurna Range and beyond.

Delve into the spiritual heart of Nepal with a visit to Lumbini, the birthplace of Lord Buddha, where sacred monuments and tranquil gardens invite reflection and contemplation. Explore the lush jungles of Chitwan National Park, home to diverse wildlife including elephants, rhinos, and Bengal tigers, on an unforgettable safari adventure.

Throughout your journey, our knowledgeable guides will lead you on a cultural quest, providing insights into Nepalese traditions, customs, and way of life. From ancient temples to stunning natural landscapes, our Nepal Highlights Tour promises a captivating and memorable exploration of Nepal.

Trip Highlights

  • Sightseeing in lakeside city of Pokhara and watch sunrise over Annapurna range from Sarangkot
  • Kathmandu Attractions-Pashupatinath, Boudhanath,Swayambhunath and 3 Durbar (Palace) Squares
  • Visit to Lumbini, the birthplace of Buddha
  • Chitwan National Park for an wildlife safari
  • Scenic drive to the Lakeside city of Pokhara
  • Jeep Drive in Chitwan National Park 
  • Watch and participate in Traditional Tharu Dance in the evening 
  • Crocodiles and Bird watching Tour along Rapti River in Chitwan
  • Jungle Walk and Village Tour in Chitwan

Trip Cost Includes

  • 4 Star Hotel Accommodation for  6 Nights in Kathmandu and Lumbini
  • 4 Star Hotel Accommodation with Swimming Pool for 4 Nights in Pokhara and Chitwan
  • All ground transportation/airport pick up drop will be in comfortable private vehicles
  • Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner in Chitwan and Breakfast only in Kathmandu, Pokhara, Lumbini
  • Welcome and Farewell Dinner with Nepalese Cultural Dance Program
  • All permits, entry fees and all activities in Chitwan National Park
  • An English speaking Licensed Tour Guide for Kathmandu,Pokhara,Lumbini
  • An English speaking Expert Nature Guide in Chitwan
  • All government and local taxes

Trip Cost Excludes

  • Tips, drinks and Personal expenses 
  • Lunch, Dinner not mentioned in itinerary
  • Monument entry fee in Kathmandu

Detail Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrive Kathmandu (1,300 meters )

On arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport, a representative from Eve Holidays will greet you at the airport and escort you to your hotel. You’ll have rest of the day at leisure.

Overnight: 4 Star Hotel in Kathmandu

Included Meals: Welcome Dinner

Day 2 : Kathmandu Sightseeing

Kathmandu Durbar Square: is one of three royal palace squares in the Kathmandu Valley. This site was the royal residence until the 19th century where important ceremonies, such as the coronation of the Nepalese monarch use to take place. The two-hectare palace complex is divided into two main courtyards, and was initially constructed in the 16th century, although subsequent additions were made in the Shah dynasty in the 18th century and by the Rana rulers in the 19th century. 

Swoyambhunath Temple: This Buddhist Stupa, said to be 2000 years old is a perfect architecture of gilded spire and white washed dome located under thousands of fluttering prayer flags. From the spire, four faces of Buddha stare out across the valley in the cardinal directions. 

Pashupatinath Temple: Pashupatinath, a pagoda style Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva is considered to be the powerhouse of Hindu spiritual power in religious terms. 

BoudhanathStupa: Listed in the UNESCO World Heritage list, this enormous stupa where thousands of pilgrims gather daily to make a ritual circumnavigation of the dome, beneath the watchful eyes of the Buddha, which gaze out from the gilded central tower.

Overnight:  4 Star Hotel in Kathmandu

Included Meals: Breakfast

Day 3: Drive from Kathmandu to Chitwan

Drive to Chitwan from Kathmandu is apprx. 5 hours. The highlight of Chitwan is the World Heritage listed, Chitwan National Park which is the lush valley situated in the foothills of Churia ranges. This National Park is famous for its variety of wildlife, and with the snowcapped Himalaya in the distance.

Tharu dance: A melodious tribal dance where a great circle of men and women with rhyme or drums whack their sticks together in time.

Overnight: 4 Star Hotel with Swimming Pool

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4: Day activities in Chitwan National Park

Jeep Drive, Bird watching, Jungle walks, Dugout canoe ride

Overnight: 4 Star Hotel with Swimming Pool

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5: Drive to Lumbini ( 5 hours)

Drive to Lumbini from Chitwan is 5 Hours approximately. 

Lumbini: Lumbini, lying in the foothills in the Himalayas in Nepal is a Buddhist pilgrimage site, approx. 300 kms south of Kathmandu. Designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1997, the site is a large garden with a grove of pipal trees. The most important temple at Lumbini is the Maya Devi Temple, which enshrines the traditional site of the Buddha’s birth. The modern temple consists mainly of simple white building that protects ancient ruins, with the exact spot of the Buddha’s birth. On the south side of the temple is a sacred pool, where it is said Maya Devi bathed before giving birth, and where the new born Buddha was washed by two dragons. The Maya Devi temple is surrounded by the brick foundations of ancient temples and monasteries. All around Lumbini, long lines of colorful prayer flags are strung between trees which are believed to carry prayers and mantras heavenward as they flap on the breeze. The other main sight of interest at Lumbini is Ashoka’s Pillar, near the temple.

Overnight: 4 Star Hotel in Lumbini

Included Meals: Breakfast

Day 6: Explore Lumbini

Explore Lumbini full day visiting Mayadevi temple, world peace flame, sacred garden, world peace stupa, monasteries and the vicinity. Learn more about the life and teachings of Buddha. Practice meditation in the high spiritual vibes of the birth place of Buddha.  

Overnight:  4 Star Hotel in Lumbini

Included Meals: Breakfast

Day 7: Drive to Pokhara ( approx 6 hours)

After breakfast, we start our drive from Lumbini to Pokhara via Tansen. Tansen is a beautiful hill station and historical town.Pokhara, situated about 200 km west of the capital Kathmandu, is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Nepal and is the second most populous city in the country. Due to its proximity to the Annapurna mountain range the city is also a base for trekkers undertaking many short or long treks. The serene of lakes and the magnificence of the Himalayas rising behind them makes Pokhara an ambience of peace and magic. In the evening you can relax walking around the beautiful lakeside.

Overnight in :  4 Star Hotel in Pokhara

Included Meals : Breakfast

Day 8: Sunrise view from Sarangkot and Pokhara Sightseeing

Early in the morning around 4.30am we drive for 20 minutes to Sarangkot Hill, a hill in the north-west region of Pokhara that overlooks the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges in the north and the main city in the south. On the way back we visit 

Bindhyabasini Temple: Bindyabasini Temple is one of the oldest temple in Pokhara and is considered as the protector Goddess of Pokhara.The temple is dedicated to the Hindu goddess Durga. The temple was said to have been built in 18th century by King Prithvi Narayan Shah. The temple observes animal sacrifices and wedding ceremonies on Saturdays.

Davi’s fall: Locally known as PataleChhango is an awesome waterfall lying about 2 km south-west of Pokhara airport on the highway to Tansen. The water that feeds the Davi’s Fall comes from the Phewa Lake, which follows a rocky stream to eventually rush down the waterfall and disappear. The passages that run under the ground are connected to the hole below the waterfall. The best time to view this spectacular sight is during the monsoon season when there is a high rainfall and the summer season. An interesting modern legend says that a foreigner named David was dipping in the Pardi Khola (river) when the floodgates of the dam were opened, sweeping him into an underground passage beneath the fall, never to be seen again.

Gupteswar Cave: Gupteswar Cave is a sacred cave, lies 2 km from Pokhara airport. The entrance is right across from Davi’s fall and the cave is almost 3 km long. It has some big hall-size rooms and some passages where you have to crawl on all fours. This cave holds special value for Hindus since a phallic symbol of Lord Shiva is preserved here in the condition it was discovered.

International Mountain Museum: An informative museum in Pokhara that explains different mountains, people of Nepal and other information about Nepal

Phewa Lake is a semi natural freshwater lake at an altitude of 742m located in the south of the Pokhara. The Annapurna range on the north is only about 28 km (linear distance) away from the lake, and the lake is famous for the reflection of mount Machhapuchhre and other mountain peaks of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges on its surface.The Barahi Temple is situated on an island in the lake and thick forest lies on the adjoining southern slopes of the lake.

Overnight:   4 Star Hotel in Pokhara

Included Meals: Breakfast

Day 9: Drive to Kathmandu ( 7 -8 hours)

After breakfast in the hotel, start drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu that takes around 7 to 8 hours passing along Trisuli river, terraced farmlands, local villagers in their daily life and interesting landscape.

Overnight:  4 Star Hotel in Kathmandu

Included Meals: Breakfast

Day 10: Kathmandu Sightseeing and Farewell Dinner

Kathmandu Durbar Square: is one of three royal palace squares in the Kathmandu Valley. This site was the royal residence until the 19th century where important ceremonies, such as the coronation of the Nepalese monarch use to take place. 

Swoyambhunath Temple: This Buddhist Stupa, said to be 2000 years old is a perfect architecture of gilded spire and white washed dome located under thousands of fluttering prayer flags. From the spire, four faces of Buddha stare out across the valley in the cardinal directions. The entire structure is symbolic. 

Patan Durbar Square: Located about 5 km south of Kathmandu in the Kathmandu Valley, on the southern side of the Bagmati River, Patan is one of the three royal cities in the valley. A paradise of fine arts, Patan is filled with wood and stone carvings, metal statues, ornate architecture, including dozens of Buddhist and Hindu temples, and over 1200 monuments. 

We spend our last evening in Kathmandu in a farewell dinner together sharing photos recalling the excitements of trip and exchanging emails in one of the traditional Nepalese restaurant.

Overnight: 4 Star Hotel in Kathmandu

Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

 

Day 11 : Airport Transfer

Today after breakfast you are in leisure on your own. You will be escorted to airport for your flight home at your flight time

Included Meals: Breakfast

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Accommodation during Nepal Highlights Tour

Accommodation will be in 4 Star Hotels with breakfast included. Single supplement will be provided on request and will cost an additional and depend upon availability. Hotels can be upgraded to 5 star in an additional cost.

Food during Nepal Highlights Tour

Breakfast will be in the hotels where you stay. In Chitwan, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner is provided. Welcome dinner and farewell dinner are in Kathmandu. 

Best Months for Nepal Highlights Tour

Nepal Highlights tour is suitable any time of the year but better to avoid rainy season of June, July

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time for Nepal Highlights Tour?

Any time of the year is suitable for Nepal Highlights Tour but better to avoid rainy season of June July and August

Can I change the travel date after the trip is booked?

Yes conditions apply

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    Rudra D

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    Just returned from the most wonderful and relaxing vacation I have ever taken. The cultural exchange and generous, heartfelt hospitality of the Nepalese people touched my heart. The professional expertise, planning, sensitivity and execution of this tour company was what made my travel such a memorable one.

    February 14, 2018
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