Tour details
Essential Nepal Panorama

Overview

What this journey covers

This eight-day itinerary covers the essential Nepal triangle. You start with Kathmandu heritage, catch sunrise at Nagarkot, enjoy the lakes and mountains of Pokhara, and finish with jungle activities in Chitwan before returning to Kathmandu.

Highlights

  • Kathmandu and Patan UNESCO site walks
  • Nagarkot sunrise over the Himalaya
  • Bhaktapur Durbar Square
  • Sarangkot sunrise and Pokhara sightseeing
  • Chitwan jungle safari and canoe ride
  • Tharu village tour and cultural dance

Detailed itinerary

Day 1: Kathmandu arrival

Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport and transfer to your hotel. Overnight in Kathmandu.

Day 2: Kathmandu and Patan sightseeing, drive to Nagarkot

Explore Kathmandu Durbar Square, Swayambhunath, and Patan Durbar Square with a guide. In the late afternoon, drive to Nagarkot for sunset. Overnight in Nagarkot.

Day 3: Nagarkot sunrise, Bhaktapur, drive to Pokhara

Wake early for sunrise from Nagarkot. Visit Bhaktapur Durbar Square, then continue to Pokhara. Overnight in Pokhara.

Day 4: Sarangkot sunrise and Pokhara sightseeing

Drive to Sarangkot before dawn for mountain views. After breakfast, visit David’s Fall, Gupteshwar Cave, the International Mountain Museum, and take a boat ride on Phewa Lake. Overnight in Pokhara.

Day 5: Drive to Chitwan and Tharu village tour

Leave Pokhara and drive to Chitwan National Park. In the late afternoon, visit a Tharu village and watch the sunset over the Terai. Overnight in Chitwan.

Day 6: Full-day jungle safari

Spend the day on safari with options including a jeep safari, canoe ride on the Rapti River, guided nature walk, and evening Tharu cultural dance. Overnight in Chitwan.

Day 7: Drive back to Kathmandu

Return to Kathmandu. Free evening for a final walk in Thamel or a farewell dinner. Overnight in Kathmandu.

Day 8: Airport departure transfer

Transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport.

What is included

  • Airport pickup and drop-off
  • Private vehicle with driver
  • Twin-sharing hotels with breakfast
  • Chitwan meals and jungle activities
  • A local SIM Card
  • All Government Taxes

What is not included

  • Monument entrance fees
  • Lunch and dinner outside Chitwan
  • Tips, personal expenses, and travel insurance
  • International flights and Nepal visa

Best Time to Visit

Sep-Nov, Mar-May

Nationality Options

All nationalities

Transportation

Private vehicle with driver

Booking Deposit

USD 100 / INR 5,000 per person

Tour Details

Duration
7 Nights / 8 Days
Location
Nepal Discovery Packages
Route
Kathmandu -> Nagarkot -> Pokhara -> Chitwan -> Kathmandu
Status
Available
Pricing
Standard
USD 640
INR 40000
Super Deluxe
USD 835
INR 51500
Luxury
USD 1000
INR 57200

Applicability: INR for Indian nationals | USD for international guests

Occupancy: Prices are quoted per person based on 2 travelers. Per-person rates decrease for larger groups.