9 Days Kathmandu Pokhara Chitwan Package, Short Trek Trip

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Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu, Airport pick-up Welcome to Kathmandu! Our guide will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel. On the way, you will be guided to visit the Swayambhunath Stupa. Situating on a hilltop, this temple is among the oldest Buddhist shrines in the world. You will find wonderful views of Kathmandu valley if you visit this site on a clear day. The rest of the day is free for you to have a good rest and get prepared for the following Kathmandu Pokhara Tour.
Day 2: Kathmandu full day sightseeing Your trip starts with the popular Kathmandu Durbar Square, which is located at the heart of the city. You can get a good taste on Nepal culture after seeing the old palaces, the house of the living Goddess 'Kumari, the many temples and lanes in and around the square. After that we will walk through Indra Chowk and the busiest road to vegetable and spice market famous as "ASHON. Following that, we will arrange a special home-cooked meal at a local family in Kathmandu, where the host will warmly invite you to learn how to cook traditional Nepali dishes. Later, a short drive will take you to Patan. Near Kathmandu separated by a river, Patan has been described as a city of arts. You will find it really a feast for the eyes when exploring the Newari architecture, the palace, the royal bath and numerous temples in the Dubar Square. After visiting the Golden Temple, you will be transferred back to the hotel in Kathmandu. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Patan Durbar Square Swayambhunath Stupa
Day 3: Fly to Pokhara, Boat trip on the Phewa Lake After breakfast at hotel, we will take flight to Pokhara and check in at hotel. After a short rest at hotel, you will first be guided to have a leisure walk at the town of Pokhara. Afterwards, you will ride a boat on the Phewa Lake to overlook the rare natural beauty of Mt. Annapyrna and Mt. Fishtail. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4: Pokhara highlights with Sarangkot sunrise Wake up early and we will transfer you to Sarangkot Hill to enjoy the spectacular view of sunrise over the Himalayas. Return to hotel for breakfast and then visit one of the famous temples in Pokhara known as Bindhyabasini. We will continue to visit World Peace Pagoda, the Devi's Fall and Mahadev Cave. Lunch will be served at a notable restaurant. In the afternoon, have a short visit at a local school. School visit is fun and may give you a good insight into Nepal's education system. However, this may not be available if you happen to meet their holidays or festivals. If that is the case, we will arrange you visit the International Mountain Museum instead or you may talk with your guide for the alternatives. Then continue to visit the Lake Begnas. Different from the busy Phewa Lake, Begnas is tranquil and peaceful with fewer crowds. Friendly Tips: If you wish to add an easy hiking experience, today we can arrange a 1-2 hour hike down from the World Peace Stupa to the Phewa Lake. You can decide in advance or discuss this with your guide at the time based on your physical condition. There is no additional cost for this activity. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 5: Drive to Chitwan, Free time for the rest of the day After having breakfast, we will leave for Chitwan National Park. The transfer takes about 6-7 hours. Upon arrival, you will lodge in a jungle resort. For the reminder of the day, you will be free to have a good rest to save strength for your jungle safari tomorrow. As the first royal reserve in Nepal, Chitwan National Park harbors many precious wild animals and birds, including the endangered one-horned rhinoceros and Bengal tigers. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Chitwan National Park
Day 6: Full day safari in Chitwan National Park Breakfast is served at the lodge. You will embark on a whole day jungle activities, including bird watching, jeep safari, canoeing trip, jungle walks and elephant bathing. In the evening, you will enjoy the Tharu stick dance performed by the villagers. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7: Drive to Nagarkot and enjoy sunset Today we will drive for about 6 hours to reach Nagarkot and check in a local hotel upon arrival. After a short rest, enjoy the beautiful sunset view over the snow mountains. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8: Nagarkot sunrise, Bhaktapur world heritage sites, Drive back to Kathmandu Get up early to witness the sunrise over the Himalayas, which is one of the most marvelous natural views in Nagarkot. After breakfast at the hotel, take car for about 30 minutes to Bhaktapur. Listed as a World Heritage Site, Bhaktapur is the birthplace of the Nepal medieval architectures and arts. Visit remarkable ancient buildings at Bhaktapur Durbar Square. You will also drop a visit at a former Kumari's home to talk with her about her legendary life experience, such as what was her life like as a Kumari? How does she live now? Is there any difficulty? Anything you'd like to know. Then we will have a quick visit at Dattatreya Temple if time permits. Then continue the visits to Boudhanath Stupa and Pashupatinath Temple. Afterwards, you will be transferred to the hotel in Kathmandu. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Natural views of Nagarkot Locals at Dattatreya Temple
Day 9: Departure from Kathmandu, Airport see-off Our guide and driver will escort you to the airport and see you off according to your onward flight schedule. Should you wish to stay longer in Kathmandu, we are happy to arrange an extension tour for you. Meals: Breakfast
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This trip can be tailored to match your dates and interests!

Destinations	Luxury Hotels	Standard Hotels
Kathmandu	Radisson Hotel Kathmandu	Hotel Himalaya
Pokhara	Swiss International Hotel Sarowar	Swiss International Hotel Sarowar
Chitwan	Park Safari Resort (Jungle Resort)	Park Safari Resort (Jungle Resort)
Nagarkot	Country Villa Nagarkot or similar	Country Villa Nagarkot or similar

Tour Prices

2025 Special: 12% off - Book before Dec 31, 2024

Prices with Luxury Hotels
2-3 travelers	4-5 travelers
USD2229 USD1961	USD1939 USD1706

Prices with Standard Hotels
2-3 travelers	4-5 travelers
USD2109 USD1855	USD1819 USD1600

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Prices are per person based on double occupancy.
The prices in red reflect 12% discount.
If you are a group of 6 people or more, we will offer a more favorable price by your group size.

What's Included

Economy class airfare of Kathmandu - Pokhara.
Accommodation with daily breakfast at selected hotels.
Service of English speaking guides per itinerary.
Services of a private driver and air-conditioned vehicles.
Meals as mentioned in the itinerary.
Entrance fees for all mentioned sites visited.
Central Park resort, Saurah or similar Resort on Full Board Basis Chitwan including all Jungle activities.

What's Excluded

International flight into and out of Kathmandu.
Meals other than those mentioned in the itinerary.
Personal expenses (laundry, telephone, drinks, etc.).
Tips for guides and drivers.
Personal travel insurance.
Nepal visa fee.

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We will make your trip more than just sightseeing. In addition to the popular attractions that every agency will arrange, you will be deeply involved in the lives of local residents in our tours.

• Stroll through a very traditional market in a residential area jammed with vendors selling vegetables, spices and daily necessities. You will see the real life of the Nepalese people.

• Join a local family for lunch, see their real living conditions and learn from the host to cook typical Nepalese dishes.

• Visit a school in Pokhara, interact with students and learn about the country's education system.

The Living Goddess Kumari

In Nepal, The living goddess named Kumari has long been one of the country's most mysterious beings. How to choose a Kumari? What are their daily life like? And how do they live once their tenure as a Kumari ends? Traveling with us, you will not only meet the current living goddess, but also visit the home of an ex-Kumari and talk to her about her legendary life.

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