An 8-day tour of Kathmandu, Pokhara, Lumbini, Chitwan, and Nagarkot tour offers an unforgettable adventure through Nepal's rich history and natural beauty. Start your journey in Kathmandu, where you can explore the ancient temples, bustling markets, and vibrant culture of the city. Next, head to the serene lakeside city of Pokhara, where you can relax by the tranquil waters of Phewa Lake and marvel at the stunning views of the Himalayas. Then, visit the birthplace of Buddha in Lumbini and learn about the teachings of Buddhism. Experience the wildlife and jungle adventures in Chitwan, home to rare species like one-horned rhinos and Bengal tigers. Finally, end your trip in Nagarkot, a hill station known for its breathtaking sunrise and sunset views over the Himalayas. This diverse itinerary promises an unforgettable experience that combines history, culture, and natural beauty. Overall, the 8-day Kathmandu, Pokhara, Lumbini, Chitwan, and Nagarkot tour is a perfect way to experience the best of Nepal's culture, natural beauty, wildlife, and bit adventure, all in one trip.
From Kathmandu, you can experience Himalaya [Mount Everest and so many other ranges] view from early morning 1 hrs flight. Most of the visitor likes to join this tour to see highest peak of the world.
Day 01. Arrival at the Kathmandu[altitude 1400 m/4595ft]
Arrival at the Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA), Kathmandu
Welcome by Tour officer of ROSETTA
Transfer to the hotel
Briefing about program
We’ll discuss the trip details and co-ordinate any last minute arrangements. The evening is free to explore the streets of Kathmandu, whose mixture of ancient architecture and modern development, and rich artistic and cultural heritage, means it remains the famous destination it has been for decades. Busy markets and bazaars are the centre of Nepali life and the narrow streets are home to holy men, monks, bicycles, incense, goats and sacred cows.
Accommodation:
Hotel [1 Night]
Meals Included:
There are no Meals included on this day
Day 02. Kathmandu-Pokhara[altitude 830m/2723ft]
After breakfast, drive around [210 km-5-6 hrs] to Pokhara, passing through valleys, rivers, terrace fields and some spectacular views of the Himalayan ranges.
Half day city tour of Bindabasini temple, Davis fall, Gupteswori Mahadev cave, Tibetan refugee camp & Seti gorge
Free time for adventure activities or self visit around Lake Side [Around Phewa Lake]
Your city guide will come to receive you once you reached at hotel and drive towards the Davis fall, named after a Swiss coupled washed away by the waterfall in 1961. Then cross the road and go to the Gupteshwor cave with a self created statue of Lord shiva and the view of Davis fall coming down from the other side. A 5 minutes walk from the Gupteshwor cave is the Tibetan refugee camp where you can see Tibetan refugees doing different kinds of work for livelihood such as making carpets, making jewelries with semi precious stones and selling things to tourist. After spending some time to understand Tibet and its political conditions in the area we head towards the Bindabasani temple and the Seti river gorge.
Accommodation:
Hotel [1 Night]
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Day 03. Pokhara-Lumbini[altitude 150m/492ft]
Early morning drive to Sarangkot [1700m/5577ft] for sunrise and close-up view of Annapurna & Fishtail Mountain range
You will get a early morning wakeup call from the reception as we need to drive 12 km from the city of Pokhara to see the sunrise and the Annapurna and the Dhaulagiri range.
After breakfast, drive to Lumbini [250km-5-6 hrs]. After check in, our local guide will come at hotel to guide you to visit around Birth place of Lord Buddha [Maya Devi Temple and surrounding monasteries].
Accommodation:
Hotel [1 Night]
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Day 04. Lumbini-Chitwan[altitude 415m/1361ft]
Today after breakfast, drive around [150 km-3-4 hrs] to Chitwan, after arriving and settling in, you will be introduced to the camp staff and resident naturalists who will discuss the program. There is some flexibility, and activities may vary depending on the time of the year, and on wildlife movements. A late-afternoon safari will take you through forests and across grasslands to observe the varied and exciting wildlife in the park. In the early evening the local Tharu dance troupe may perform a cultural program. You will then enjoy dinner and afterwards you will be free to relax in the bar and discuss the day’s sightings or listen to the exotic sounds of the jungle at night.
Activities Includes:
Tharu Village tour
Tharu cultural dance presentation s or a slide show presentation
Accommodation:
Hotel/lodge/Resort [1 Night]
Meals Included:
Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Day 04. Chitwan
Embark on an early-morning excursion. This could include either another safari to different parts of the park (in search of the great Indian rhino, deer, and exotic bird life) or joining one of the other activities available in the park. Tiger sightings are rare these days, but these magnificent animals do inhabit the park. After breakfast you will leave the lodge and go on a dugout canoe adventure on the Rapti River. This is an exciting trip with chances to view marsh mugger crocodiles and various birds that inhabit the riverbanks. A program will be organized for the rest of the day, and may include further excursions by jeep or a visit to one of the nearby villages.
Activities Includes:
Bird watching
Elephant Safari
Elephant Breeding Centre
Tharu cultural dance presentation or a slide show presentation.
Accommodation:
Hotel/lodge/Resort [1 Night]
Meals Included:
Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Day 05. Chitwan-Kathmandu-Nagarkot[Altitude 2175m/4136ft]
After breakfast, Drive to Nagarkot via Kathmandu [210 km] 5-6 hrs.
Accommodation:
Hotel [1 Night]
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Day 06. Nagarkot-Kathmandu
Wake up early to see the sunrise on the Himalayan ranges including Mount Everest.
After breakfast, start full day sightseeing tour of Pashupatinath temple, Boudhanath stupa & Bhaktapur durbar square
Pashupatinath Temple is one of the most sacred pilgrimage sites for Hindus all over the world. Bouddhanath is one of the largest stupas in the world, and one of the holiest Buddhist pilgrimage and tourist destinations in Kathmandu. The area of Boudhnath is also famous for over 50 Tibetan Gompas or monasteries. Bhaktapur Durbar Square, a well preserved fine UNESCO world heritage site where you will witness the 55-window palace, the Golden Gate, Nyatapole temple, stone temple and many more.
Accommodation:
Hotel [1 Night]
Optional Activities:
Nepali dinner with a live cultural show at the Nepali restaurant [complimentary]
​Meals Included:
Breakfast
Day 08. Depart from Kathmandu
Today is your last day in the highest country on earth.
Breakfast at the hotel
Free time until departure
Transfer to the international airport for final departure (Or stay longer for short tours - ask us)
We hope you had a magical experience in the Himalayas and we hope to see you again soon.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Optional Tours [ You can do bellow tour if you are agree with bellow price and time permitted during the standard tour operation]
Kathmandu-Everest Scenic flight to see Highest peak of the world: USD 220 per person
Nagarkot to Changunarayan Hiking: USD 50 per person
Trishuli River rafting [En route to Pokhara]: USD 50 per person
Jeep Safari [You can pay directly in hotel]: USD 100 per person
Bandipur village tour: USD 40 per person
Manakaman Temple visit by Cable car ride: USD 40 per person
30 Min. Paragliding: USD 90 Per person
Zip Flyer: USD 78 per person and Bungee Jumping: USD 68 per person
International Mountain Museum Tour: USD 50 per person
World Peace stupa hiking [2-3 hrs] USD 60 per person