Highlights of Nepal Tour

Our Highlights of Nepal tour offers travelers an opportunity to see all aspects of this captivating land.

The 10-day trip involves exploring Nepal’s interesting cultural diversity, fast biking, spectacular mountain views, and rich wildlife.

Start the journey by visiting UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Kathmandu, followed by a rich wildlife encounter in Chitwan National Park subtropical jungles.

Travel to Pokhara, popularly known as The Lake City due to 7 lakes taking up residency in a region of just 55.22 km.

While here, enjoy hiking in stunning mountain scenery and explore the many environmental and cultural splendors of the area.

Return to Kathmandu Valley and see Nagarkot for spectacular sunset and sunrise views and Himalayan views.

Finish the trip with trips to Patan and Bhaktapur cities that showcase Nepal’s medieval architectural grandeur.

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu

We will be greeted by a representative from Mountain Hike Nepal who will take us at our hotel upon arrival in Kathmandu at the Tribhuwan International Airport (TIA). Free time to explore around on own, Overnight stay in Kathmandu.

Day 02: City tour in Kathmandu

Today, after breakfast, we begin a private tour to Kathmandu’s four UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Kathmandu Durbar Square houses the palaces of the ancient kings who ruled Kathmandu Kingdom.

Pashupatinath Temple is one of Hindus’ most important pilgrimage sites worldwide.

Swayambhunath, located in the city’s center, is also named Monkey Temple by tourists due to the large number of monkeys in the temple town.

Boudhnath is one of the world’s highest stupas, and one of Kathmandu’s holiest pilgrimage and tourist destinations. Boudhnath is also renowned for over 50 Tibetan gompas or monasteries. Overnight in Kathmandu

Day 03: Drive to Chitwan National Park

After breakfast we drive to Chitwan, 175 km from Kathmandu.

Upon checking in at the hotel, there will be a presentation on the programs we will conduct throughout our stay in Chitwan.

We drive down the winding path on Trishuli River banks.

We then walk on Rapti River banks to enjoy the sunset in Chitwan’s subtropical jungles.

At night, we enjoy dinner along with a brief cultural program highlighting cultural dances local to Nepal’s Chitwan region. Overnight stay in Sauraha

Day 04: Explore national park activities

We’ll be seated on elephant backs early in the morning for a jungle safari over thick grasslands to see wildlife in their natural habitat.

Throughout the afternoon we can either travel via the jungles, accompanied by a canoe down the Rapti River.

After breakfast, we visit elephant stables and also enjoy elephant bathing.

Along with fresh water dolphins, otters and water bird species, we should look closely at the Gharial and Mugger crocodiles.

Or, we can also go for birding or nature walks and get closer to the park’s variety of wild flora and fauna.

Overnight stay in Sauraha

Day 05: Drive to Pokhara

After breakfast, we leave Chitwan for Pokhara, also known as Lake City due to the city’s large number of lakes.

First, the road crosses Chitwan’s subtropical jungles and lush vegetation.

We can also walk in Pokhara streets and enjoy being in one of Nepal’s most beautiful cities

Overnight Stay in Pokhara

Day 06: Sarangkot hike and Sunset View

Early in the morning we depart for Sarangkot, a hill that overlooks the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges in the north and the main city in the south.

We rest at a Sarangkot tea-house and enjoy spectacular sunset views as it sets in the mighty Himalayas.

We also get below a view of the Pokhara city and vibrant Fewa Lake.

Day 07: Sunrise and Pokhara City Tour

We take in Sarangkot’s early morning sunrise before heading back to Pokhara and visiting the city’s many landmarks.

Davis Falls is a rare waterfall that flows directly into a long, dark, endless channel.

Located near Davis Drop, the Shiva Cave houses a shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva, a main Hindu deity.

We also boat in Phewa Lake, Pokhara’s largest lake, and visit Bindyabasini Temple in the middle of the lake.

We visit the popular International Mountain Museum (IMM) that tracks, registers and retells the past and present development of mountaineering operations in the world, particularly the Himalayas.

We also visit the Tibetan refugee camp and see refugees keeping busy making and selling woolen carpets and other handicrafts

Day 08: Drive to Nagarkot via Kathmandu

After eating, we bid farewell to Pokhara’s stunning northern scenery, heading to Kathmandu.

This will be a hillside ride with stunning views of mountains and rural Nepalese environment.

From the city we begin our drive to Nagarkot, a village in Kathmandu Valley famed for its Himalayan sunrise and sunset scenes.

After reaching Nagarkot, we enjoy the cool breeze and watch the sun set in the Mountains

Overnight stay in Nagarkot

Day 09: Explore Sunrise View, explore Bhaktapur and Patan durbar square

We enjoy spectacular sunrise views in the Mountains early morning.

After breakfast we drive down to Bhaktapur and eventually Patan.

Bhakatpur is an enticing city with traditional local lifestyle protected from Kathmandu’s hustle and bustle for generations.

When on the city square, we get to appreciate the Nyata-Pola Temple, the Golden Gate, water spouts, and the 55 Window Palace that combine to create an atmosphere of

We also soak ourselves in Bhaktapur’s authentic traditional dish.

Patan Durbar Square, listed in UNESCO World Heritage Sites, is rich in ancient arts and architecture.

Overnight Stay in Kathmandu

Day 10: Departure

Our trip in Nepal ends today! A Mountain Hike Nepal representative will drive us to the airport about 3 hours before return flight.