14-Day Nepal Tour from Kathmandu with Chitwan and Lumbini

14 Days Duration

Experiences

About This Tour

Join this 14-day tour through Nepal to explore its people, culture, landscapes, and beautiful mountain peaks. The journey covers the highlights of Kathmandu Val...

Duration: 14 Days · Tour type: Private · Activity level: Easy · Accommodation: Included · Standard · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: Not applicable · Cities: Pokhara, Kathmandu, Tansen, Chitwan, Lumbini, Bhaktapur, Panauti, Patan, Kirtipur · Languages: English

About Tansen

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Tansen

Get Nepal guides from Everest Global Hub to show you the hidden jewel that is Tansen, where views of the Himalaya are backed up by intriguing temples and aromatic coffee

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What's Included

All transport
Hotels
Meals as mentioned
English-speaking Nepali tour guide

Not Included

Mountain flight to Kathmandu
Any drinks or food not included in the itinerary
Any extra programme
Tips for the driver and staff

Itinerary

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Day 01

Arrival in Kathmandu

Transfer to your hotel after arriving at Kathmandu airport. Enjoy fresh meals served at the hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
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Day 02

Kathmandu Old City, Swayambhunath and Patan

Start your day with a hearty breakfast and visit the historic old city of Kathmandu. See the old King's Palace and Hanuman Dhoka. Come across the largest and oldest temple in the city, the Taleju Pagoda. Stop for lunch and then take a trip to Swayambhunath. Explore the stupa, the most important sanctuary of the Newar Buddhists, which rises on a hill above the Kathmandu Valley. Enjoy the afternoon sun, which offers a beautiful view of the city. Experience the Buddhist ceremony held at that time. After this, move to Patan city. Visit the royal city of Patan - the cradle of arts and crafts and the centre of Newar architecture. Overnight at the hotel.
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Day 03

Bhaktapur, Pashupatinath Temple and Boudhanath

Enjoy a pleasant breakfast, and drive to Bhaktapur City. Explore the royal city of Bhaktapur - the cultural highlight of the tour. At Durbar Square, admire the Hindu temples, painted wood carvings, and stone animals. Proceed to Nyatapola, home to the highest pagoda in Nepal. Then move to Dattatreya Square in the east and marvel at the former priest houses with elaborately carved window frames made from Sal tree wood. In the afternoon, visit Pashupatinath on the holy Bagmati River. Next, go to Boudhanath, the religious centre of Tibetans living in Nepal and the largest stupa in the country. Discover the richly decorated gompa west of the stupa, where a superior statue of Maitreya Buddha is enthroned.
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Day 04

Journey from Kathmandu to Pokhara

Commence on a journey to Pokhara. Reach the city in the afternoon, at the foot of the famous fishtail mountain, Machapuchare. Take a stroll through the streets and visit Phewa Lake. Overnight in a hotel.
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Day 05

Pokhara Stroll with Rupa Lake or Sarangkot

Hike in the area of Rupa Lake or go on a day trip to Sarangkot. Enjoy the beautiful scenery of the hills. Go into the old town, where you will find mountain people trading in the bazaar.
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Day 06

Pokhara to Tansen via Waling

Make your way to Tansen, the former capital of the Pala kings, early in the morning. Stop in Waling to see the bazaar across the Kali Gandaki River. Drive up the switchbacks on the Srinagar Danda. You'll enjoy a great view of Dhaulagiri and Annapurna. Stay in a beautiful mountain resort. The old Newari settlement is within walking distance.
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Day 07

Tansen to Lumbini

From the foothills of the Himalayas, move to Lumbini - the birthplace of Buddha. See the famous Ashoka Pillar and Maya Devi Temple.
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Day 08

Lumbini to Chitwan National Park

Drive from Lumbini to the famous Chitwan National Park. Spend your first night in a jungle lodge.
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Day 09

Jungle Safari in Chitwan National Park

Enjoy a game drive in the national park. Go on a safari. Ride elephants through high elephant grass and dense jungle, then lay back. Overnight at the lodge.
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Day 10

Chitwan National Park to Daman

Enjoy the morning programme in Chitwan Park. Depart for the high pass at Daman. Enjoy a clear view of the entire range from Dhaulagiri to Mt. Everest. Overnight in Daman.
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Day 11

Drive from Daman to Dhulikhel

Drive from Daman to Dhulikhel. Overnight in Dhulikhel.
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Day 12

NamoBudda, Shanku and Panuti Excursion

Drive to Kavre district for breakfast. Proceed to NamoBudda, one of the famous Buddhist places. Walk to the old village of Shanku. Finally, arrive at Panuti, a medium-old Newar city. Drive back to Dhulikhel.
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Day 13

Dhulikhel Hike, Dakshinkali Temple and Kritipur

After a leisurely breakfast in the morning, go for a slight hike in the beautiful surroundings of Dhulikhel. In the afternoon, take a half-day trip to Dakshinkali Temple. Witness the picturesque village of Newari Kritipur.
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Day 14

Return to Kathmandu and Departure

Return to Kathmandu in the morning. Drive to the airport to board your flight back home in the afternoon.

Meeting Point

Meeting point: Kathmandu Airport Travels and Tours Pvt. Ltd, Kathmandu, Nepal · Tour start: Kathmandu 44600, Nepal — Tour ends at the same location as the start point.