Kathmandu Chitwan Pokhara Tour - 8 Days

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Trip Facts
Trip Grade: Moderate
Country: Nepal
Group Size: 2-10

The 8 days Nepal tour package is most rewarding with best cultural encounters, wildlife safari activities and ample opportunities of Himalayan sightseeing. 

Kathmandu Chitwan Pokhara Tour is eight day trip that begins from Kathmandu and end in Kathmandu. There are three cities in kathmandu valley, Kathmandu, Bhaktapur and Lalitpur and durbar squares of all these cities are listed in World Heritage Sites by UNESCO. They are famous for medieval art and architects.
Our trip extends to Chitwan from Pokhara. Chitwan National Park is the first national park of the country which is recognized as World Heritage Site. It is home to more than 700 species of wildlife including around 43 species of mammals such as One-Horned Rhino and Royal Bengal Tiger. According to bird watchers and conservationists there are more than 500 species of birds in Chitwan National Park. The park is around 155 KM away from Kathmandu. The trip further extends to Pokhara, a place that will quench your thirst of seeing mountains from close and enjoy lakes so that you may completely immerse in it.

Kathmandu Chitwan Pokhar Tour is best and one of the most popular tour package in Nepal organized by Trekking Plus. Kathmandu Chitwan Pokhara Tour Package  included cultural heritage is the principal identity of the Kathmandu valley which boasts of ancient temple, religious and cultural artifacts. The landscape of the green hills and the vista of the Himalayas in the surrounding add to the attraction of the valley. Similarly, Pokhara is nature beauty tourist destination can offers closed view majestic Himalayas, Lakes, Temple. As well as Paradise of Chitwan Jungle Safari Activities in chitwan National Park.

Highlights

  • Enjoy ancient art, culture and architect in kathmandu, Bhaktapur and Patan durbar square 
  • Enjoy jungle safari in Indian Subcontinent and have a chance to watch One-Horned Rhino and Royal Bengal Tiger
  • Get acquainted with Tharu culture in Chitwan 
  • Feel the beauty of nature, get immerse in the lake and feel the charm of white rocks close distance in Pokhara 

Itinerary Overview and Route Map

Day 1:Arrive in Kathmandu
Day 2:Explore Kathmandu Valley
Day 3:Drive to Chitwan (170 kms, about 6 hrs)
Day 4:Full day Chitwan Jungle Safari excursion
Day 5:Drive from Chitwan to Pokhara
Day 6:Full day Pokhara Sightseeing Tour
Day 7:Drive from Pokhara back to Kathmandu
Day 8:Final Departure

Kathmandu Chitwan Pokhara Tour - 8 Days Detailed Itinerary

Day 1

Arrive in Kathmandu

Up on your arrival at International airport at Kathmandu, Trekking Plus airport representatives will meets you at the airport and transfers you to the hotel at Thamel. Evening free walk on touristic area, Thamel and Local market.

Day 2

Explore Kathmandu Valley

After breakfast, we start our day tour with our expert guide and private vehicle. We will visit the major three cultural , religious and historical sites Swoyambhnath Stupa( the oldest stupa of Nepal) Bouddhanath Stupa( the oldest stupa of Nepal) and Bhaktapur Durbar Square(one among the three royal palace of Kathmandu ) which are all listed in UNESCO World Heritage Sites in1 979 A.D. Kathmandu is capital city of Nepal, is also the gateway city full of cultural and religious sights, historical monuments sites. Kathmandu and its sister cities of Patan and Bhaktapur, together form part of what UNESCO calls "the Kathmandu valley world heritage site".

Day 3

Drive to Chitwan (170 kms, about 6 hrs)

we departure to Chitwan early in the morning for your jungle safari trip.Up on your arrival at Hotel in Chitwan, refreshment break followed by lunch. At evening, slow walk to visit indigenous people of this National park with their native, unspoiled tradition & customs. After dinner, visit to cultural programme hall to observe cultural programme of native people. Overnight at hotel. Chitwan National Parek is the best known National park for jungle excursion which is about 145 kms away from both Pokhara and Kathmandu. Covering an area of 932 sq km., Royal Bengal tiger , freshwater dolphins, One horn Rhino, Genetic crocodile are the main attraction of this National Park.

Day 4

Full day Chitwan Jungle Safari excursion

After our breakfast we drive to river bank, for Morning Shift: Canoeing - a trip on a dugout will provide a chance to see two types of crocodiles,the Gharal and the Mugger basking followed by Nature walk and visit Elephant Breeding Centre, where you can see the generation of elephants.(Baby elephants, twin elephants, Trained elephant, untrained elephant and many more) Day Shift: Back to the hotel for lunch, Afternoon we will be doing Elephant bath.(If you feel interested in taking bath by sitting on elephant back you can try). Elephant Safari - Late afternoon, we will drive you to the elephant safari centre for elephant safari, that will last for 2 hours. (This tour is very famous for observing one horn Rhino, Royal Bengal tiger and many more). Overnight at hotel.

Day 5

Drive from Chitwan to Pokhara

After breakfast we will be regulating our journey to Pokhara, a significant tourism destination in between the great Himalayas and Mahabharata Range in the central region of the country. we see the beautiful mountain views including Annapurna, Dhaulagiri and Fishtail. It is an enhancing city nestled in a tranquil valley, which is also gateway to the world famous Annapurna region trekking in Nepal. Overnight in Pokhara.

Day 6

Full day Pokhara Sightseeing Tour

Early morning, we drive to Sarangkot for the sunrise. From Sarangkot, one can enjoy clockwise view of snowcapped peaks, crystal-clear lakes, streams and gorges, picturesque villages inhabited by friendly smiling Gurungs, Magars and other ethnic tribes. After noon, Sightseeing includes visits to nearby Tibetan villages, David's Fall, Mahendra Cave, the famous Seti George and some beautiful temples like Bindhabasini Temple and Pokhara Museum. Overnight in Pokhara.

Day 7

Drive from Pokhara back to Kathmandu

Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu and Transfers to hotel. Evening free for shopping and enjoy your last night in kathmandu. Overnight at hotel .

Day 8

Final Departure

After Breakfast, free time around before we transfer to the airport for final departure.

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Cost Details

Includes

  • Airport pickup and drop by private vehicle as per itinerary.
  • Accommodation in kathmandu on bed and breakfast basis
  • Accommodation in Pokhara including breakfast
  • Guided Kathmandu and Pokhara valley tours inclusive of private vehicle and guide. 
  • Full Board in Chitwan ( including all safari activities, breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Entrance fees, Nature Guide and all entrance fees ) 
  • All Land transportation by private transportation as per itinerary 
  • Sightseeing around kathmandu and Pokhara valley escorted by guide 
  • Experienced English speaking guide.
  • Farewell dinner in authentic Nepali restaurant
  • All government taxes, VAT and office service charge.

Excludes

  • All Person equipments
  • Lunch and dinner when you are in kathmandu and Pokhara
  • Monuments entrance fees while sightseeing in Kathmandu and Pokhara
  • All bar bills such as coke, mineralwater bottle, beer etc
  • All Entrance fees while you are on sightseeing
  • Tipping to Guide and driver.
  • All other extra expenses which is not mentioned on cost includes section.

Essential Information

This tour has been designed for those visiting Nepal seeking for a combination of rich cultural, nature, and jungle wildlife exposure during their trip providing you a complete fun and adventure.

Accommodations

You will get deluxe hotel during your tour around kathmandu chitwan and pokhara throughout the tour. All accommodations are on a twin-sharing basis. You can feel the natural beauty of the place through the serene hotel in a quiet environment away from the city pollution in chitwan and Pokhara. You can upgrade your room and hotel with a reasonable extra charge if you want luxury hotel during your tour.

Meals

During Kathmandu Chitwan and Pokhara tour we serve you a breakfast at hotel and first day welcome authentic local food with cultural taste. Firstly, welcome embraces the refreshments after you reach the arrival destination, Kathmandu. Secondly, you can enjoy the traditional Nepali cuisine that is a blend of rice, lentils, vegetables, and pickle. We respect and provide the choice of vegetarian or non-vegetarian food. Lastly, breakfast consists of organic tea or coffee.

  • The trip excludes lunch and dinner so that you can explore the multiple choices of cuisines in Nepal without being bound by the travel agency. However, you can choose meals according to your preferences excluding the provision at your own expense.
  • We can also includes lunch and dinner for the minimum amount of extra USD 20 per person per day for city tours.

Physical Condition & Experience Requirements

Nepal Tour does not require any experience. On the itienrary when we go for sunrise or jungle walk than we walk short distance only. This trip is suitable for any age group who is an enthusiast on the tour for a meaningful trip. In spite of this, the children and elders are to be under the guidance of their guardian. However, the traveller must specify any kinds of sickness, diseases or phobias before the trip because Trekking Plus believes every traveller needs to be under perfect care and guidance to enjoy the trip with the best convenience possible. 

Best Time to Travel

You are welcome to the Kathmandu Chitwan and Pokhara Tour any time of the year. However, it is suggested that you visit in the spring season of March to May or September to November. You can enjoy the fresh air and clear mountain view and sunrise. During September- November, you cherish additional boost as the biggest occasion of Nepal that lasts a month, Dashain and Tihar lie in between this time of the year. Likewise, you will be able to view a lighted city that will warm your hearts at night of Tihar festival in Autum season.

Additional Information

This trip let you to experience wildlife activities such as jungle walk, elephant breeding centre and engage yourself in the jungle safari. Around kathmandu and pokhara you will be doing sightseeing around wonderful UNESCO listed world heritage sites. All four-heritage sites are located in Kathmandu within the periphery of 5 km distance from Thamel. You will visit ancient temples of 12th to the 18th century. Highlights of temples, stupas and monasteries around the the city of kathmandu and Pokhara too. If you are interested in customized trips, please feel free to contact us.