9-Day Nepal Adventure

1. Day 1: Kathmandu Durbar Square
   1 hour (7.4 miles) from Tribhuvan International Airport

   Explore the historic square surrounded by ancient palaces and temples, serving as the social, religious and political hub for centuries.

2. Day 2: Swayambhunath Stupa
   30 minutes (3.4 miles) from Kathmandu Durbar Square

   Visit the Monkey Temple, a sacred Buddhist pilgrimage site filled with colorful prayer flags and a stunning view of the city.

3. Day 3: Boudhanath Stupa
   30 minutes (5.3 miles) from Swayambhunath Stupa

   Marvel at the largest Stupa in Nepal, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and immerse yourself in the spiritual energy surrounding this holy shrine.

4. Day 4: Pokhara and Phewa Lake
   5 hours (124 miles) from Boudhanath Stupa

   Experience the serenity of Phewa Lake while enjoying boating towards Peace Pagoda which offers panoramic view of Annapurna range and Pokhara.

5. Day 5: Sarangkot
   45 mins (7.5 miles) from Pokhara and Phewa Lake

   Embark on a sunrise hike to the top of Sarangkot, a local viewpoint providing breathtaking mountain and valley views.

6. Day 6: Chitwan National Park
   4 hours (89 miles) from Sarangkot

   Explore the lush jungle and spot rare wildlife, like the one-horned rhinoceros and Bengal tiger, on a jungle safari or guided walk.

7. Day 7: Lumbini
   6 hours (113 miles) from Chitwan National Park

   Visit the birthplace of Gautama Buddha, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and explore the peaceful monasteries, temples, and holy shrines.

8. Day 8: Nagarkot
   5 hours (143 miles) from Lumbini

   Hike or drive to the hilltop village of Nagarkot, famous for offering spectacular Himalayan vista, including Everest on a clear day.

9. Day 9: Bhaktapur Durbar Square
   1 hour (13.5 miles) from Nagarkot

   Explore the preserved ancient city of Bhaktapur, protected as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and filled with impressive temples, shrines, and traditional courtyard houses.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Kathmandu Durbar Square (1-2 hours, 100 NPR)
• Swayambhunath Stupa (1-2 hours, 200 NPR)
• Boudhanath Stupa (1-2 hours, 400 NPR)
• Pokhara and Phewa Lake (1-2 days, varies)
• Sarangkot (half day, 2000 NPR)
• Chitwan National Park (1-2 days, 1500-5000 NPR)
• Lumbini (1-2 days, varies)
• Nagarkot (half day, 100-500 NPR)
• Bhaktapur Durbar Square (1-2 hours, 500 NPR)
Total Estimated Costs: 800-8000 NPR

Useful tips

For those with more time, consider exploring the mountainous regions of Annapurna or Langtang for trekking experiences. Those with less time could skip Nagarkot and spend more days exploring Kathmandu and its surrounding areas. Don't forget to try authentic Nepalese dishes such as momos, dal bhat, and chaat.