Nepal Cultural Tours (Pokhara, Palpa, Lumbini, Chitwan)

Cultural and Historical Tours

Nepal Cultural Tours (Pokhara, Palpa, Lumbini, Chitwan)

Trip Overview

This trip follows will let you deep dive into the culture of Nepal and visit different temples, monasteries, and historical places. The fun starts after you land in Nepal and you will be amazed to explore Kathmandu. We'll spend the evening seeing a neighborhood market in Kathmandu. Kathmandu is one of the top sightseeing places in the world as it has multiple world heritage sites and there are a lot of short hiking trips that can be performed from Kathmandu.

We'll travel to Chitwan National Park the next day. We'll float down the Trishuli River en route to get our hearts racing. After that, we'll keep going to the national park, where we'll get to go on a safari and view some critically endangered animals from Nepal, such as elephants and one-horned rhinos. After that, we'll participate in a cultural activity at a typical Tharu village. From here we will go to Lumbini, the birthplace of Siddartha Gautam (Gautam Buddha). Here we feel peace and visit the Mayadevi temple, the Ashoka Pillar, & more.

We will continue our journey and go on to Pokhara when we have finished exploring Lumbini. We will get up close to the Himalayas and take in the greatest views of the entire journey in this breathtakingly beautiful mountain hamlet. We will reach Pokhara in the midday so the remainder of the day will be spent touring other attractions.

Trip Facts

  • Duration:

    09 Days

  • Grade:

    Easy

  • Activity:

    Cultural and Historical Tours

  • Arrival City:

    Kathmandu

  • Depature City:

    Kathmandu

  • Trip Style:

    Voluntourism

Outline Itinerary

Day 01 :

Arrival in Kathmandu

Day 02 :

Kathmandu-Chitwan - 4-5 hrs.

Day 03 :

Explore Chitwan

Day 04 :

Chitwan – Lumbini - 3-4 hrs.

Day 05 :

Lumbini – Palpa - 3-4 hrs.

Day 06 :

Palpa - Pokhara

Day 07 :

Explore Pokhara

Day 08 :

Pokhara - Kathmandu (5-6 hrs. drive)

Day 09 :

Departure Day

  • Day 01

    Arrival in Kathmandu

    When you arrive at Kathmandu’s Tribhuwan International Airport, you will be welcomed by a guide or a representative from our office and transported to your accommodation.

    Overnight at Hotel.

    Royal Himalaya - Dinner
    Meals

    Dinner

    Royal Himalaya - Standard Hotel
    Accomodation

    Standard Hotel

    Royal Himalaya - 1300m
    Maximum Altitude

    1300m

  • Day 02

    Kathmandu-Chitwan - 4-5 hrs.

    After a leisurely breakfast at the hotel, get ready to go to Chitwan. You will be drawn into the arms of nature by the southern metropolis of the nation, which is renowned for its varied animal habitat. After the 4-5 hrs. of journey, you will arrive at Chitwan. There are several safari activities you may partake in Chitwan, including jungle hikes, paddling, 4WD safaris, and more. At night, we keep you entertained with traditional shows, such as bonfires, before you go to sleep.

    Overnight in the hotel.

    Royal Himalaya - BSD
    Meals

    BSD

    Royal Himalaya - Standard Hotel
    Accomodation

    Standard Hotel

    Royal Himalaya - 150m
    Maximum Altitude

    150m

  • Day 03

    Explore Chitwan

    After breakfast, we will be doing a full day of safari activities in Royal Chitwan National Park. If you’re lucky, you’ll see many wonderful species that you spend most of your time hunting for, such as Rhinoceroses, Chitwan’s Royal Bengal tigers, Leopards, Monkeys, and many different varieties of Deer and Reptiles. You need to check your camera equipment, particularly with a telephoto lens, to ensure you don’t miss any images.

    Overnight in the hotel

    Royal Himalaya - BSD
    Meals

    BSD

    Royal Himalaya - Standard Hotel
    Accomodation

    Standard Hotel

    Royal Himalaya - 150m
    Maximum Altitude

    150m

  • Day 04

    Chitwan – Lumbini - 3-4 hrs.

    Enjoy an early breakfast at the hotel before completing the check-out process. You will next go to Lumbini, the birthplace of Lord Buddha. The trip will take about 3-4 hours. When you get at Lumbini, you will see the Mayadevi temple, the Ashoka Pillar, and many monasteries. In the evening, dinner will be provided.

    Overnight in a hotel.

    Royal Himalaya - BSD
    Meals

    BSD

    Royal Himalaya - Standard Hotel
    Accomodation

    Standard Hotel

    Royal Himalaya - 108m
    Maximum Altitude

    108m

  • Day 05

    Lumbini – Palpa - 3-4 hrs.

    Enjoy an early breakfast and you will travel to Palpa. Approximately three hours will pass throughout the drive. Here, the Newar and Magar groups make up the majority of the population. Some beautiful sites to visit are Sitalpati Narayan Temple and Tansen Shreenagar. The largest wooden door in Nepal,  Bhagwati Than, Bhairab Than, and other sights are worth seeing. The pine forests appear to be pruned.

    Overnight in the hotel.

    Royal Himalaya - BSD
    Meals

    BSD

    Royal Himalaya - Standard Hotel
    Accomodation

    Standard Hotel

    Royal Himalaya - 990m
    Maximum Altitude

    990m

  • Day 06

    Palpa - Pokhara

    Enjoy an early breakfast and you will travel to Pokhara. Approximately 4 hours will pass throughout the drive. After reaching in Pokhara, you can freshen up in the hotel and then you may choose to unwind or go exploring Pokhara’s marketplaces and streets on your own.

    Overnight in the hotel

    Royal Himalaya - BSD
    Meals

    BSD

    Royal Himalaya - Standard Hotel
    Accomodation

    Standard Hotel

    Royal Himalaya - 800m
    Maximum Altitude

    800m

  • Day 07

    Explore Pokhara

    Get up really early, preferably before 5 am depending on the season, to see one of the most breathtaking sunrises from Sarangkot. There will be a private vehicle used to transport you there. The remainder of the day will be spent sightseeing after that. With an hour of boating, you’ll see some of Pokhara’s most well-known attractions, including the Peace Stupa, Davis Falls, Gupteswor Cave, the Tibetan Refugee Camp, and Lake Phewa.

    Overnight in the hotel.

    Royal Himalaya - BSD
    Meals

    BSD

    Royal Himalaya - Standard Hotel
    Accomodation

    Standard Hotel

    Royal Himalaya - 800m
    Maximum Altitude

    800m

  • Day 08

    Pokhara - Kathmandu (5-6 hrs. drive)

    After breakfast, we drive back to Kathmandu. During the journey, we may see many crop lands,  scenic view of river stream and much more.

    Royal Himalaya - BSD
    Meals

    BSD

    Royal Himalaya - Standard Hotel
    Accomodation

    Standard Hotel

    Royal Himalaya - 1300m
    Maximum Altitude

    1300m

  • Day 09

    Departure Day

    Transfer to Kathmandu airport in time for your flight. There are no activities planned on the last day and after breakfast, you may depart the hotel at any time. Check-out from the hotel is at 12 noon.

    If you are departing later, you can arrange luggage storage at the hotel.

What's Included / Excluded?

Included

  • All transfers by private vehicle, including pick up and drop to the airport
  • BLD (breakfast, lunch, dinner) include in Duration
  • A professional English-speaking guide
  • Sightseeing as per itinerary with entrance fees
  • Welcome or farewell dinners in Kathmandu
  • All government and local taxes

Excluded

  • Nepal Visa fees ($25/40 upon arrival)
  • International airfare to and from Kathmandu
  • Excess baggage charges
  • Meals other than those listed are not included
  • Battery charge, extra porters, mineral water or boiled water & hot shower
  • Personal expenses. (Tips, Laundry, Telephone, bar, beverages)
  • Travel & rescue Insurance
  • Extra night accommodation in case of early arrival, late departure, and early return from the trekking/tour (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary
  • All other personal expenses not listed in the included section

Trip Facts

  • Duration:

    09 Days

  • Grade:

    Easy

  • Activity:

    Cultural and Historical Tours

  • Arrival City:

    Kathmandu

  • Depature City:

    Kathmandu

  • Trip Style:

    Voluntourism

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