The Special Nepal tour Kathmandu – Bandipur – Pokhara –Lumbini and Chitwan Explore the antique cultural and heritage sites of the Kathmandu valley on these 6-nights 7 days private tour. It covers three major destinations of Nepal: Kathmandu, Chitwan National Park and around Pokhara.
Moreover, visit the UNESCO Hindus and Buddhist heritage sites Boudhanath Stupa biggest in the south Asia, Pashupatinath Temple Hindus greatest temple, Kathmandu Durbar square. Likewise, Bhaktapur, to begin journey on a jungle walk, canoe ride and elephant safari at World Heritage–listed Chitwan, pleasantly around Pokhara a peaceful Lake city. Also, observe the sunrise from Sarangkot Annapurna Himalayas range, boating at Fewa lake, visiting secrete birth place of Loard Buddha and all with your own personal guide
Highlights: 9-night 10 days private or group tour of Kathmandu valley highlights See the World Heritage sites of Pashupatinath Temple and Boudhanath stupa, explore for one horn rhinos and Royal Bengal tigers on an elephant ride through Chitwan National Park enjoy city sightseeing in Pokhara and Bhaktapur. Extra ordinary visiting secrete birth place of Loard Buddha once in life, including the accommodation with breakfast every day, complimentary round-trip airport transfer by private vehicle and local naturalist guide offers you a more tailored experience.
Day 01: Arrival Transfer & half-day sightseeing tour:
O/N Hotel – (BB)
On your arrival day in Kathmandu, You will be received by the representative staff from Himalayan Trails Trekking & Climbing P. Ltd with proper greeting. You will be taken to the hotel where you have your time to settle in and freshen up. In the afternoon, you will leave for a half day sightseeing tour around Kathmandu valley. Likewise, some of these landmarks are considered World Heritage Sites including the historic Durbar Square, the sacred Hindu temple of Pashupatinath, the famous ‘Monkey Temple’ (Swayambhunath) and Buddhist shrine (Bouddhanath) which is one of the largest stupas in the world. Explore lots of temples and shrines with history of Nepal and back to at Hotel.
Day 02: Drive Kathmandu – Badipur drive: 5hrs
O/N Hotel – (BB)
After breakfast you will drive to Bandipur and will have several stops including lunch on the way to Bandipur after 4/ 5hours drive you will get in peaceful and historical and traditional Newar village. Bandipur is a livelihood museum of Newari culture, a beautifully preserved village crowning a supercilious ridge above the highway.
Its zigzag roads are lined with traditional Newari houses. Time seems to have stood still here, although it has taken a lot of effort to preserve the magic while developing the town as a destination. Despite its proximity to the epicenter of the 2015 earthquake, Bandipur escaped with only minor damage, though a number of village houses collapsed. Bandipur is a winding fifteen minute drive from the highway town of Dumre, part way between Kathmandu and Pokhara.
The Bandipur Social Development Committee has put Bandipur firmly on the map. Derelict buildings have been reborn as cafes and lodges, and temples and civic buildings have been pulled back from the edge of ruin. Consequently, with its glorious 18th-century architecture, absence of motorized vehicles and restaurant tables set out on the bazaar, it has a distinct European feel.
Yet Bandipur remains very much a living community, bustling with farmers and traders going about their business alongside the tourists. The town was an important stop on the India–Tibet trade route until it was bypassed by the Prithvi Highway in the 1960s.
It offers you warm friendly hospitality in the village with scenic Himalaya’s views on the north of the Bandipur village. Picturesque houses and beautiful farmlands yard of the Himalayan range. Khadga Devi Temple, A Cave and Monastery, Tindhara, Tundikhel , Thani Mai, Bindyabashini temple, Raniban, hike to Ramkot village are the major attraction of Bandipur village. It is the best place to observe natural beauty of wide panorama of Mountain View, Marshyandi River, Sunrise and Sunset. Moreover, the biggest cave of Asia, named Siddha Cave situated at Bandipur, which is 750 meters long.
Day 03: Bandipur –Pokhara Drive : 3hrs
O/N Hotel – (BB)
After your leggy morning breakfast you will continue drive to peaceful lake city in Pokhara and Check-in your hotel located at Lakeside area. In the afternoon explore around the Lake and cross the Fewa lake by boating and hike up to Peace Stupa. Similarly, if weather if is good you will able to observe stunning view of Annapurna range including the beautiful mountain (Machhapuchre) Mt. Fishtail. Consequently, massive mountain Dhaulagiri from the Peace Stupa. And walk down to Davit’s fall and Guptershower Mahadev cave then drive back to Hotel in Lakeside.
Day 04: Full Day activities
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Sarangkot Sunrise and Pokhara city tour. Early morning excursion begins to Sarangkot for the sunrise and witness magnificent sunrise and superb Himalayan range from the top of Sarangkot. Sarangkot is best view point for outstanding view of Annapurna range inclusive Mt. Fishtail and massif Dhaulagiri range.
When you look at down to south beautiful Lake Fewa beside the Pokhara city and after the sunrise trip, drive back to Hotel. Have the breakfast and proceed to your sightseeing tour around green and clean city Pokhara Visit Pokhara Tibetan refuse camp. Also old Pokhara Bazzar and Hindu temples Bindabashini and other temples, Overnight at Hotel.
Day 05: Drive to Lumbini via Palpa- birth place of Lord Buddha Drive : 7-8hrs
O/ N Hotel –Lumbini (Full board)
After early breakfast you will drive 6/7 hours to Lumbini if you get early afternoon then you will have activities visiting some area and monasteries Lumbini is the birthplace of Siddhartha Gautam, the Shakya prince, the eventual Shakyamuni and the ultimate Buddha- the Enlightened One. At the time his birth of the prince the city was a part of the kingdom of Kapilvastu.
In addition, the main attraction of the city is the Sacred Garden, spread over 08 Sq. Kms and possesses all the treasures of the historic area. In the gardens that surround the ruins, there is a Buddha tree where Siddhartha Gautam gained enlightenment and became Buddha. Moreove to the west of the Maya Devi Temple, stands the Ashoka Pillar.
Which did emperor Ashoka erect in 249 BC to commemorate his pilgrimage to the sacred site. The inscription on it in Brahmin script proves Lumbini as the place where the Buddha was born in 623 B.C. To the south of the Pillar one finds the sacred pond- Puskarni – the place where Queen Maya Devi took a bath just before giving birth to the Buddha.
Day 06: Full day sightseeing around Lumbini
O/ N Hotel –Lumbini (Full board)
On our Lumbini day tour, we take you to explore Lumbini monastic zone where you visit monasteries to learn about different Buddhist traditions practiced around the world. There are beautiful Chinese, Korean, Thai, German and many other monasteries in the zone.
You can also explore the World Peace Stupa, World Peace Flame, Sacred Garden, Mayadevi Temple and Sacred Pond. Lastly, you will visit Lumbini museum to learn more about Buddha, his life and teachings. The end of the day will bring you a clear understanding of Buddha and his teachings to live a happy life.
Day 07: Lumbini – Chitwan drive: 5hrs
O/ N Hotel – Chitwan (Full board)
After breakfast, drive to Chitwan National Park located south part of Nepal about 170 Km from Lumbini (5-6 hrs) drive. Check-in to safari lodge and lunch will be served at the Hotel, after the lunch will give tour briefing by local nature guide. Then your safari tour activities will starts, you enjoy Jungle walk, visiting Tharu village.
Also in the evening, Tharu youngsters will perform cultural program with a famous Tharu Stick Dance. Dinner will follow dance. Lunch, Dinner & O/N at Hotel. Hotel stander is on your request you. Lunch, Dinner & O/N at Hotel. Hotel stander is on your request you.
Day 08: Jungle activities and Jeep drive:
O/ N Hotel – Chitwan (Full board)
Enjoy full day activities in Chitwan. Start up with Canoe ride at Rapti River to observe many different species of water birds, Crocodile and other wildlife. If you are lucky depending of the season, visiting Elephant breeding center. In the afternoon you will enjoy Elephant safari to observe such as a Royal Bengal Tiger, one Horn Rhinos, wild boar, different species of Deer’s and many others flora and fauna.
Day 09: Chitwan –Kathmandu drive back: 6-7hrs
O/ N Hotel –Kathmandu (BBD)
In the morning your will have weak up call for sunrise and then if you are keen to do bird watching our local naturalist will show you many beautiful species of birds around the hotel. Chitwan is home paradise for more than 549 species of birds. Then after your breakfast Drive back Kathmandu about 5-6hrs.
Day 10: Departure after Sightseeing tour of Bhaktapur city or Patan City
Sightseeing tour of Bhaktapur city or Patan City. Patan and Bhaktapur is also known as open museum to see traditional lifestyle of Nepal. Also spectaculars wood carving and fine architectures around the city. Once visit Bhaktapur Durbar square, Nayatapol temple & Pottery Square.
Departure transfer (B) Transfer to Kathmandu Airport in time to board your flight tour home country.
Our company representatives will assist you to get to the airport by privet vehicle as per your flight departure time and back to home.
