Kathmandu-Chitwan-Lumbini-Pokhara tour

Early in the morning, you will enjoy a pleasant breakfast at the hotel and prepare for the ride ahead to Chitwan. A tourist bus will be waiting for you outside the hotel. It is an exciting drive through the main Kathmandu-Chitwan Highway. You will enjoy the scenic ride through the foothills of the mountains and sub-urban areas. The tourist bus will stop at Malekhu and you will enjoy a delicate fish-based lunch at a restaurant.

The scenic ride continues towards the at Tadi Bazaar at Chitwan. Shortly, you will arrive at your respective hotel at Saura after 6 hours bus ride from Kathmandu. Upon your arrival, the tour leader will brief you about the Hotel facilities, jungle activities, and refreshment programs in the afternoon. You will enjoy a short walk through the Tharu village and experience the lifestyle of the indigenous tribe. Fascinating Tharu cultural dance awaits in the evening as you enjoy your dinner at the Hotel.

Chitwan is best known for its national park. The Chitwan National Park covers an area of 932 sq km. It is a natural habitat for rare species like freshwater dolphin, Royal Bengal tiger, Genetic crocodile and One horn Rhino. You will enjoy a delicious breakfast at the Hotel in the morning. After your breakfast, you will commence on a short drive to the river bank for the elephant ride.

The elephant ride will lead you to the dense and foggy jungle. It is an amazing experience as you can explore the vast wildlife in its natural habitat. The elephant ride ends with a short elephant bathing and briefing at the elephant stable. You will enjoy lunch at a restaurant and join your party in the jungle for canoe riding on the Rapti River. You can witness wildlife like freshwater Mugger crocodiles and Gharial crocodiles during the canoe ride.

You can also enjoy other activities like Bird watching from Machan (Watch Tower). The early morning is the best time to observe the birds in their natural habitat. Later the evening, you will enjoy an entertaining local Tharu cultural programs. The day ends with a pleasant dinner at a typical Tharu cuisine restaurant.

After early morning breakfast, you will head out to Lumbini. An organized bus ride will escort you through the scenic overland journey far southwest to Lumbini. Lumbini also lies in the Terai belt of Nepal. You will arrive at Lumbini after 3 hours of a bus ride through cities like Narayangarh, Butwal, and Bhairwah. Upon your arrival at Lumbini, the tour bus will drive you directly to the Hotel.

Lumbini is the birthplace of Siddhartha Gautam Buddha. He was born in the 6th century B.C. You will get an opportunity to visit the Maya Devi Temple, Maya Devi temple is dedicated to Maya Devi. Maya Devi gave birth to Gautam Buddha on her way to Devadaha. You will enjoy the subtropical climate at Lumbini and experience the historical and religious ambiance of the place.

The tour highlights the Sacred Garden, which spreads over 8 sq.km and is believed to possess all the treasures. You will also witness the Ashoka Pillar later on through your tour in Lumbini. The main attraction of the tour is stone bearing a "foot imprint" indicating the pace of birth of Lord Gautam Buddha. You will return back to your hotel after the excursion and spend the night in Lumbini.

Pokhara is the next stop on your tour. It is one of the best tourist destinations in Nepal. It lies in the Mahabharata and the Great Himalayan ranges in the central region of Nepal. Pokhara lies 258 kilometers away from Lumbini. You will enjoy a scenic 8 hours bus ride through the plain lands of Terai to the lush greenery of the mountains to Pokhara.

Upon your arrival at Pokhara, you will enjoy spectacular views of mountain ranges with the elevation above 8000 meters at 1000 meters above sea level. You will gaze upon the magnificent Pokhara nestled and surrounded by mountains like Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, and Manaslu. Pokhara is also the gateway to famous trekking routes like the famous Annapurna Circuit Trail.

You will enjoy your time at Pokhara as you spend the evening strolling in the streets of the lake city. You can spend your time shopping for souvenirs in the Markets of Pokhara. After a pleasant dinner at the hotel, you will prepare for the excursion program tomorrow. You will spend the night at the Hotel in Pokhara.

Early in the morning, you will head on towards Sarangkot to enjoy the beautiful sunrise view. You will enjoy the spectacular panoramic view of the snowcapped mountains and picturesque villages. You will be welcomed by the warm hospitality of the Magar and Gurung on your way to Sarangkot. Early morning, we drive to Sarangkot for the sunrise. It is a 2 and a half-hour of a ride from your Hotel to Sarangkot.

You can also enjoy the experience of Paragliding from Sarangkot. It offers you an excellent view of the stream, gorges, and crystal-clear lakes. The aerial view of Mount Manaslu, Dhaulagiri, and Annapurna range is simply breathtaking. After the splendid view of the mountains, the tour will continue to Seti Gorge. You can enjoy the milky white river flowing down the gorge in a deep chasm.

The tour continues to other places like David falls, Mahendra Cave and Bat Cave. If you have time, you can also visit Peace Stupa and stroll around the local markets of the touristic area. You can always enjoy a beautiful boat a boat ride on Lake Phewa. You can experience the tranquil feeling of peace as the boat row passes beautiful hills and villages. You will return to your hotel and spend the night in Pokhara.

You will enjoy a pleasant breakfast in Pokhara. Today is the last day you will spend in Pokhara and bid farewell to the view of high mountain ranges. The bus ride to Kathmandu is 6-7 hours long. During your drive away from Pokhara, you will enjoy the marvelous views of the scenic Pokhara city and the snow peaks.

The drive leads through scenic rural far villages and hills to Kathmandu. You will follow the Trishuli river on most part of the travel. The drive to Kathmandu ends in the late afternoon as you arrive at Thankot. Thankot is the gateway to Kathmandu city. The tourist bus will transfer you to your respective hotel.
The tour ends with a delicate farewell dinner with your tour members. You will enjoy a culture show at the restaurant and enjoy a great time. You will stay for the night at the Hotel in Kathmandu.

Today is your last day at Kathmandu. A tour bus will be waiting for your arrival outside your hotel. You will pack your belongings and luggage before you leave the Hotel. After you check out from the Hotel, the bellboy will escort you and your luggage to the vehicle.

The Tour bus will transfer you to Tribhuvan International Airport 3 hours prior to flight time. You will check all your documents like passports and visas before your departure. The representative will escort you and bid you farewell. He/she will wish you a safe journey back to your homeland. You will board your flight on the exact departure time without any delay.