10-Day Nepal Highlights Tour with Kathmandu, Pokhara, Lumbini and Chitwan

10 Days Duration

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About This Tour

Sign up for a 10-day tour of Nepal and discover ancient Hindu and Buddhist relics in the Kathmandu Valley with visits to several UNESCO sites. Visit Gautama Bud...

Duration: 10 Days · Tour type: Private · Activity level: Easy · Accommodation: Included · Standard · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: Not applicable · Cities: Pokhara, Kathmandu, Chitwan, Lumbini, Patan, Chitawn National Park · Languages: English

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What's Included

Pick-up and drop-off
Accommodation in a hotel/lodge
Sightseeing in Kathmandu, Pokhara, Chitwan, and Lumbini by private vehicle
Transportation
Accommodation, breakfast, lunch, and dinner in Chitwan
Certified tour guide
Local staff and porters

Not Included

Travel insurance
International tickets and airport tax
Visa fees
Laundry
Beverages
Gratuity

Itinerary

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Day 01

Arrival in Kathmandu

Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, where your tour guide will meet you outside the airport. Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, where your tour guide will meet you outside the airport. Transfer to your hotel near the city centre. Transfer to your hotel near the city centre. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
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Day 02

Kathmandu Heritage Sightseeing

After breakfast, begin your day by visiting one of the most popular destinations in Nepal - Pashupatinath Temple. After breakfast, begin your day by visiting one of the most popular destinations in Nepal - Pashupatinath Temple. Later, visit the Boudhanath Stupa and Swayambhunath Stupa, which hold utmost value among the Buddhist community. Later, visit the Boudhanath Stupa and Swayambhunath Stupa, which hold utmost value among the Buddhist community. Explore Kathmandu Durbar Square and walk through the ancient brick temples and shops on the premises. Explore Kathmandu Durbar Square and walk through the ancient brick temples and shops on the premises. Capture the unique Newari architecture and learn about the royal family of Nepal near Patan Durbar Square. The royal palaces are the main attraction in the area. Capture the unique Newari architecture and learn about the royal family of Nepal near Patan Durbar Square. The royal palaces are the main attraction in the area. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
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Day 03

Drive to Pokhara

After an early breakfast, drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara, one of the most popular tourist destinations in Nepal. It takes around 7 hours to reach Pokhara, but the drive offers breathtaking views. After an early breakfast, drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara, one of the most popular tourist destinations in Nepal. It takes around 7 hours to reach Pokhara, but the drive offers breathtaking views. Upon arrival, check in to the hotel and take a stroll near Phewa Lake. Stop for some appetizing food and drinks at the cafes located near the lake. Upon arrival, check in to the hotel and take a stroll near Phewa Lake. Stop for some appetizing food and drinks at the cafes located near the lake. Dinner and overnight stay in Pokhara.
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Day 04

Pokhara Sightseeing and Sarangkot Sunrise

Wake up early in the morning at 05:00 am and drive to Sarangkot. Witness an outstanding view of the snow-capped Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges during sunrise. Wake up early in the morning at 05:00 am and drive to Sarangkot. Witness an outstanding view of the snow-capped Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges during sunrise. After breakfast at Sarangkot, head back to Pokhara and spend the afternoon visiting famous tourist attractions such as Davis Falls, Gupteshwor Cave, and Bindhyabasini Temple. After breakfast at Sarangkot, head back to Pokhara and spend the afternoon visiting famous tourist attractions such as Davis Falls, Gupteshwor Cave, and Bindhyabasini Temple. End the day with a boating trip on Phewa Lake, passing the small island where a Hindu temple is located. End the day with a boating trip on Phewa Lake, passing the small island where a Hindu temple is located. Dinner and overnight stay in Pokhara.
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Day 05

Drive to Lumbini

After breakfast, drive to Lumbini. It takes around six hours to travel from Pokhara to Lumbini. After breakfast, drive to Lumbini. It takes around six hours to travel from Pokhara to Lumbini. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel. Dinner and overnight stay.
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Day 06

Lumbini Sacred Site Exploration

After breakfast, start exploring the birthplace of Gautama Buddha. After breakfast, start exploring the birthplace of Gautama Buddha. Visit some of the famous monasteries in the area. Walk through the sacred gardens and explore the Maya Devi Temple and Ashok Pillar while learning more about Buddha's life. Visit some of the famous monasteries in the area. Walk through the sacred gardens and explore the Maya Devi Temple and Ashok Pillar while learning more about Buddha's life. Head back to the hotel for dinner and an overnight stay. Head back to the hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.
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Day 07

Drive to Chitwan

After breakfast, drive to Chitwan. It takes around 6 hours to reach the buffer zone. After breakfast, drive to Chitwan. It takes around 6 hours to reach the buffer zone. Upon arrival, check in to the hotel and go for a Tharu Village Tour at 03:00 pm. Learn more about the village community before visiting the Elephant Breeding Centre. Upon arrival, check in to the hotel and go for a Tharu Village Tour at 03:00 pm. Learn more about the village community before visiting the Elephant Breeding Centre. Head back to the hotel at 06:30 pm for dinner and an overnight stay. Head back to the hotel at 06:30 pm for dinner and an overnight stay.
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Day 08

Chitwan Safari and Cultural Activities

07:15 am: Head out for a jungle safari in an open-roofed jeep after breakfast - spot wild animals like the one-horned rhino, Royal Bengal tiger, deer, and more. 07:15 am: Head out for a jungle safari in an open-roofed jeep after breakfast - spot wild animals like the one-horned rhino, Royal Bengal tiger, deer, and more. 08:00 am: Go for a jungle walk through the dense forest of Chitwan National Park and stop by for a refreshing elephant bath. 08:00 am: Go for a jungle walk through the dense forest of Chitwan National Park and stop by for a refreshing elephant bath. 09:00 am: Do not miss canoeing while capturing Gharial crocodiles on the banks of the Rapti River. 09:00 am: Do not miss canoeing while capturing Gharial crocodiles on the banks of the Rapti River. 12:00 pm: Stop for a quick lunch at the local stalls near the elephant safari zone. 12:00 pm: Stop for a quick lunch at the local stalls near the elephant safari zone. 06:00 pm: In the evening, enjoy a dance performance near the Tharu villages. 06:00 pm: In the evening, enjoy a dance performance near the Tharu villages. 07:00 pm: Dinner and overnight stay in Chitwan. 07:00 pm: Dinner and overnight stay in Chitwan.
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Day 09

Birdwatching and Return to Kathmandu

06:15 am: Go for an early morning birdwatching tour. You will be surprised to find more than 200 avian varieties. Morning is the best time to spot the colourful birdlife near the banks of the Rapti River. 06:15 am: Go for an early morning birdwatching tour. You will be surprised to find more than 200 avian varieties. Morning is the best time to spot the colourful birdlife near the banks of the Rapti River. 07:30 am: After breakfast, drive to Kathmandu and stay overnight at the hotel. 07:30 am: After breakfast, drive to Kathmandu and stay overnight at the hotel.
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Day 10

Departure from Kathmandu

Transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport for departure. Transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport for departure.