Trip Overview
This 9 day Nepal adventure explores the country's finest cultural, natural, and wildlife destinations. The trip provides a perfect blend of heritage, Himalayan landscapes, jungle activities, and authentic Nepali experiences.
Trip Detail
Information | Detail |
Trip Code | |
Starting Point / End Point | Kathmandu to Kathmandu |
Accommodations | 3 and 4 star hotels throughout the journey |
Max Altitude | Approximately 1,600 m (Sarangkot) |
Duration | 9 Days, 8 Nights |
Country | Nepal |
Trip Grade | Easy, suitable for normal fitness levels |
Activities | Heritage sightseeing, jungle safari, white water rafting, village walks, sunrise hikes, boating, short nature hikes |
Best Season | Autumn (September to November), Winter (December to February), Spring (March to May) |
Transportation | Private vehicle throughout the tour with one domestic flight from Pokhara to Kathmandu |
Meals | 8 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, 8 Dinners |
Suitable For | Culture lovers, nature enthusiasts, families, small groups, and first time visitors to Nepal |
Itinerary Overview
This 8 night 9 day classical tour is designed to give you a well rounded taste of Nepal's culture, nature, and mountain views. You will begin in Kathmandu, exploring its UNESCO listed temples and squares with a private guide, before heading to Chitwan National Park for jungle activities and a taste of Tharu village life. From there, the journey continues to the charming hill village of Bandipur, known for its sunrise views of Manaslu and the Annapurna range, before arriving in the lake city of Pokhara. After exploring Pokhara's viewpoints, lakes, and temples, you will fly back to Kathmandu with a stop in the ancient city of Bhaktapur before your final departure.
Here's a quick look at how your 9 day tour unfolds:
Day 1: Arrive in Kathmandu, airport transfer, welcome meeting, and free time in Thamel.
Day 2: Explore Pashupatinath, Boudhanath, Swayambhunath, Kathmandu Durbar Square, and enjoy a rickshaw ride through the old city.
Day 3: Drive to Chitwan with white water rafting, followed by a Tharu village walk.
Day 4: Full day jungle safari, canoe ride, and wildlife activities in Chitwan National Park.
Day 5: Drive to Bandipur and explore the heritage hill town.
Day 6: Sunrise at Bandipur, drive to Pokhara, visit the Mountain Museum, and enjoy a boat ride on Phewa Lake.
Day 7: Sunrise at Sarangkot, visit the World Peace Pagoda, Pumdikot, Gupteshwar Cave, and Devi's Falls.
Day 8: Fly to Kathmandu and explore the historic city of Bhaktapur.
Day 9: Breakfast and private transfer to the airport for your departure.
Why You Will Love This Trip
- Five UNESCO Heritage Sites: You will explore Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa, Swayambhunath Temple, Kathmandu Durbar Square, and Bhaktapur Durbar Square, all within the Kathmandu Valley.
- Trishuli River Rafting: You will enjoy two hours of white water rafting on the way to Chitwan, adding a fun and active break to your scenic drive.
- Chitwan Jungle Safari: You will experience a wildlife adventure through Chitwan National Park, where you may spot one horned rhinos, Royal Bengal tigers, gharial crocodiles, and many other native species.
- Bandipur Sunrise Views: Your early morning hike above Bandipur offers spectacular sunrise views over Mt Manaslu and the Annapurna range from the charming hill town of Bandipur.
- Sarangkot and Pumdikot Views: You will experience sweeping views of the Annapurna Himalayan range from Sarangkot, along with a scenic hike to the World Peace Pagoda and Pumdikot Shiva Temple.
- Seamless Travel: We arrange all your transfers, accommodation, and the domestic flight from Pokhara to Kathmandu, so you can simply relax and enjoy your journey.
Altitude & Activities
This is an easy classical tour with elevations ranging from approximately 200 m in Chitwan to 1,600 m at Sarangkot, the highest point of the journey. Most activities involve comfortable sightseeing, short walks, and gentle hikes, making the tour suitable for travelers with a normal level of fitness.
Day | Location | Altitude | Activities | Travel Time |
Day 1 | Kathmandu | 1,324 m | Airport transfer, hotel check in, welcome meeting | Airport transfer |
Day 2 | Kathmandu | 1,324 m | UNESCO heritage sightseeing and rickshaw tour | Full day |
Day 3 | Chitwan | 200 m | Trishuli River rafting, Tharu village walk | 5 hrs drive, 2 hrs rafting |
Day 4 | Chitwan | 200 m | Jungle safari, canoe ride, elephant breeding center | Full day |
Day 5 | Bandipur | 1,030 m | Heritage village walk | 3 hrs drive |
Day 6 | Pokhara | 822 m | Bandipur sunrise, Mountain Museum, Phewa Lake boating | 45 min hike, 3 hrs drive |
Day 7 | Sarangkot, Pokhara | 1,600 m | Sunrise excursion, Peace Pagoda, Pumdikot, city sightseeing | Full day |
Day 8 | Kathmandu | 1,324 m | Flight to Kathmandu, Bhaktapur sightseeing | 25 min flight |
Day 9 | Kathmandu | 1,324 m | Breakfast and airport transfer | Airport transfer |
Accommodation and Meals
Throughout your journey, you'll spend three nights in Kathmandu, two nights in Chitwan, one night in Bandipur, and two nights in Pokhara, staying in comfortable 3 and 4 star hotels and a jungle resort.
Day | Location | Accommodation | Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner |
Day 1 | Kathmandu | Hotel in Thamel | N/A | Not Included | Not Included |
Day 2 | Kathmandu | Hotel in Thamel | Included | Not Included | Included |
Day 3 | Chitwan | Jungle Resort | Included | Included | Included |
Day 4 | Chitwan | Jungle Resort | Included | Included | Included |
Day 5 | Bandipur | Old Inn, Bandipur | Included | Not Included | Included |
Day 6 | Pokhara | Hotel Batika, Pokhara | Included | Not Included | Included |
Day 7 | Pokhara | Hotel Batika, Pokhara | Included | Not Included | Included |
Day 8 | Kathmandu | Hotel in Thamel | Included | Not Included | Included |
Day 9 | Departure | N/A | Included | N/A | N/A |





