This trip is an 8-day, 7-night journey that takes travelers through some of the most scenic and culturally rich destinations in Nepal. The itinerary includes a blend of natural landscapes, historical sites, and spiritual temples, offering a deep dive into Nepali culture and the Himalayan landscape. Here’s a brief overview of the day-by-day itinerary:
Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu, transfer to the hotel, and an afternoon visit to Nagarkot for a sunset view, staying overnight at Hyatt Regency or similar hotel.
Day 2: After breakfast, a full day of sightseeing in Kathmandu, visiting PashupatiNath, Bodnath, Budhanilkantha, and Swayambhu Nath, followed by an overnight stay at Hyatt Regency or similar.
Day 3: Fly to Pokhara, check into a hotel like Fishtail, enjoy a boat ride on Fewa Lake, visit the Peace pagoda temple, and have free time in the lakeside area.
Day 4: Early morning visit to Sarangkot for sunrise views of the Himalayas or opt for a Heli Tour to Mardi Himal. Return for breakfast and then visit Shiva Temple of Pumdi Bhumdi, Gupteshor cave, Davis Falls, and Bindhyabasini temple.
Day 5: Fly to Lumbini, visit Maya devi temple, its meditation garden, old stupas, and Ashoka pillar, staying overnight at Tiger Palace or similar.
Day 6: Explore the Lumbini Garden with its various monasteries, return to the hotel, check out, and fly back to Kathmandu, staying at Gokarna Forest resort or similar.
Day 7: Full day visit of Patan durbar square, Hanuman Dhoka, and Bhaktapur, with an overnight stay at Gokarna Forest resort or similar.
Day 8: Breakfast and free time until departure. This tour promises a comprehensive experience of Nepal’s historical, cultural, and natural attractions, including UNESCO World Heritage sites, serene lakes, majestic mountains, and sacred Buddhist and Hindu temples.