Depart from Tatanagar Airport on an early flight and arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. Transfer to your hotel in Thamel and freshen up after the journey.
Enjoy a leisurely lunch at a local restaurant, then stroll through the historic Garden of Dreams, a tranquil neoclassical garden offering a peaceful intro to the city.
Savor a welcome dinner featuring Nepali cuisine at a rooftop restaurant in Thamel, followed by a brief walk around the bustling market streets to acclimate to the vibrant nightlife.
Visit Swayambhunath Stupa (Monkey Temple) for panoramic views of Kathmandu Valley and explore its ancient stupas and shrines.
Head to Kathmandu Durbar Square to marvel at the historic palaces, then continue to Pashupatinath Temple, the sacred Hindu cremation site on the Bagmati River.
Conclude the day at Boudhanath Strobe, one of the largest Tibetan Buddhist stupas, where you can spin prayer wheels and enjoy a vegetarian dinner at a nearby monastery.
Embark on a scenic 6‑hour drive to Pokhara, stopping at the charming hill town of Bandipur for coffee and panoramic mountain views.
Arrive in Pokhara and check into a lakeside hotel. Take a relaxed walk along Phewa Lake’s promenade, soaking in the serene atmosphere.
Dine at a lakeside restaurant with views of the reflected Annapurna range, and enjoy a gentle sunset cruise on Phewa Lake.
Start with a sunrise boat ride on Phewa Lake, followed by a visit to the Barahi Temple on the lake’s island.
Explore Davis Falls and the nearby Gupteshwor Cave, where a hidden Shiva lingam glistens inside the cavern.
Drive up to Sarangkot for breathtaking sunset views over the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges, then return for dinner in Lakeside.
Enjoy a relaxed breakfast by the lake before departing for Chitwan (≈5‑hour drive).
Arrive at a jungle lodge inside Chitwan National Park, check‑in, and have a light lunch. Attend an introductory talk about the park’s wildlife and Tharu culture.
Savor a traditional Tharu dinner and watch a cultural dance performance around a campfire.
Embark on a jeep safari through the park’s grasslands to spot one‑horned rhinoceros, wild elephants, and various bird species.
Take an elephant‑back ride to a waterhole, followed by a peaceful canoe trip on the Rapti River to glimpse crocodiles and riverine birds.
Relax back at the lodge with a spa treatment, then enjoy a quiet dinner under the stars.
After breakfast, travel to Lumbini (≈6‑hour drive). Stop briefly at a local market for snacks.
Check into a guesthouse near the Lumbini Garden, then explore the sacred Maya Devi Temple, the exact birthplace of Siddhartha Gautama.
Stroll through the peaceful Lumbini Garden at dusk and enjoy a simple vegetarian dinner at the guesthouse.
Visit the Sacred Garden’s International Peace Stupa and the Ashoka Pillar, reflecting on the site's historical significance.
Tour the various monastic complexes—Thai, Chinese, Korean, and Tibetan—each showcasing distinct Buddhist architecture and meditation halls.
Attend a quiet meditation session at the Peace Stupa, followed by a farewell dinner featuring local dishes.
Fly from Lumbini to Kathmandu (or drive if preferred) and check back into your Thamel hotel.
Spend time shopping for souvenirs in Thamel, exploring local crafts, pashmina shawls, and handicrafts.
Enjoy a final Nepali dinner at a traditional restaurant, accompanied by live folk music and a brief recap of the adventure.
Pack your belongings, enjoy a leisurely breakfast, and arrange a transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport.
Complete any last‑minute purchases at the airport duty‑free shops and say goodbye to Nepal’s warm hospitality.
Board your flight back to Tatanagar, carrying memories of cultural marvels, natural wonders, and spiritual serenity.