Discover Nepal: from temples, mountains to wildlife

Welcome to Kathmandu, Nepal!
Upon arrival, our representative will meet you at the airport, and transfer you to your hotel.

Morning visit to Pashupatinath, a revered Hindu temple tracing its origins to 400 BC. Located on the banks of the sacred Bagmati River, its pagoda-style architecture pays homage to Lord Shiva. Have a private Vedic astrology chart reading performed by a local Hindu priest.
Next, visit Bhaktapur at Durbar Square, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Marvel at ancient temples, intricately carved palaces, and the 55-Window Palace. A guided stroll through Bhaktapur's narrow lanes to explore traditional Newari architecture and learn about the city's fascinating past, from its medieval roots to the present day. Participate in a pottery class and get guidance from skilled artisans, to mould and shape clay, delving into the age-old craft that defines Bhaktapur's artistic heritage. Visit a local yoghurt factory and learn about the traditional process of producing Juju Dhau, Bhaktapur's famed sweet yoghurt.

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for a scenic flight to Pokhara, known as the gateway to the Himalayas. Upon arrival at Pokhara, take a cable car ride up to Sarangkot, a scenic hill station perched at an elevation of about 1,600 meters offering panoramic mountain views, such as Dhaulagiri, Annapurna and Manaslu. Stay at Sarangkot for the night.

Early sunrise view with breakfast before visiting Pumdikot, a viewpoint featuring a 16m statue of Lord Shiva. Stop at Shanti Stupa, one of Nepal's two peace pagodas. From this vantage point, relish breathtaking panoramic views of the Annapurna Mountains and the lakeside city of Pokhara. Evening boat ride on Phewa Lake, surrounded by the Annapurna and Machapuchare mountain ranges.

Explore Devi's Fall, where the Pardi Khola river vanishes into an underground tunnel. Next visit the Gupteshwor Cave, located near Devi's Fall to discover the impressive stalactite formations and the sacred Shiva Lingam inside the cave.

For the thrill-seekers, engage in paragliding, ziplining, or boating in the surrounding hills. Alternatively, embrace the culinary arts with cooking lessons or a singing bowl class.

Catch a morning flight to Chitwan. After lunch venture into the jungle on a jeep safari. Evening Tharu Cultural dance performance over dinner.

Chitwan National Park is the first established national park in Nepal (1973), located in the subtropical lowlands about 190 km southwest of Kathmandu. The National Park is home to about 68 mammal species, 544 bird species and 56 herpetofauna species. The park is especially renowned for its protection of the one-horned Rhinoceros, Royal Bengal Tiger and Gharial Crocodile. Enlisted under the World Heritage Property, the park is also a Ramsar Site – Beeshazari Tal in its buffer zone.
*Note: Jeep Safari is prohibited during monsoon season by the park authorities from June-September, and sometimes till October.

Begin the day with a guided jungle walk, led by experienced naturalists. Explore the diverse ecosystems of Chitwan National Park, keeping an eye out for various bird species, deer, and smaller mammals. Gain insights into the flora and fauna as your guide shares their knowledge of the jungle's intricacies.
After lunch embark on a boat safari down the Rapti River, a lifeline for wildlife in the park. Drift along the tranquil waters, observing mugger crocodiles basking in the sun and various bird species along the riverbanks.

Leisure day in the jungle.

Fly back to Kathmandu, and visit Boudhanath, Nepal's largest stupa, dating back to the 14th century. As a UNESCO World Heritage Site, its colossal dome echoes Buddhist history. Engage in a private Solka Puja at Guru Lakhang Monastery, where monks conduct traditional ceremonies. Immerse yourself in Buddhist rituals, from pujas to the meditative Kora walk around the stupa.
End the journey is a farewell rooftop dinner overlooking Boudhanath.

Transfer to the airport for your departure flight.