Itinerary Details
If you have limited time but still wish to experience all the great things in Nepal, this 7-day Classic Nepal Tour will be a good choice. All the classic sights and the remarkable natural beauty of the nation are included. You will visit the sacred temples and world heritage squares in Kathmandu, immerse in the relaxing time in Bandipur, enjoy the serene lakes and magnificent mountains of Pokhara, and admire architectural and art essence in the ancient city of Bhaktapur. It is surely an excellent chance to explore all the cultural and natural highlights of Nepal.
Welcome to Kathmandu - the capital of Nepal.
Upon arrival at Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport, you will be greeted by your private guide with warm welcome and be transferred to your hotel by private car. The rest of today is free at leisure.
Overnight in Kathmandu.
Accommodation option:
- Hotel Shanker
- (4 Ratings)
breakfast and lunch
Today, you will spend a full day exploring the cultural and glorious Kathmandu. First stop is the grand Kathmandu Durbar Square. It is the centre of the old city and preserve the temples and palaces complex from the 12th to the 18th century. There are a number of interesting temples to visit, including Kasthamandap, Taleju Temple, Kal Bhairab (God of Destruction), Nautalle Durbar, Coronation Nasal Chowk, the Gaddi Baithak, and the statue of King Pratap Malla, etc.
Then visit Swayambhunath Stupa, also known as the Monkey Temple. Resting on a hillock 3 km towards the western edge of Kathmandu, it is one of the most important and sacred Buddhist shrines of Nepal. Dating back to 460 A.D., it soon became an important center of Buddhism.
Afterwards, go head to visit the giant Buddhist Stupa - Boudhanath. It is the largest stupa in Kathmandu Valley at about 131ft (40km) high and is the center hub of Buddhism in Nepal. The all-seeing red, white and blue eyes of Buddha are painted on all four sides of the stupa, and surrounded by numerous fluttering prayer flags, temples and painted images of deities.
Continue to visit Pashupatinath Temple, the largest and holiest shrines for Hindus. Situated on the bank of Bagmati river, it was built in the 5th century. There are around 492 temples, 15 Shivalayas (shrines of Lord Shiva) and 12 Jyotirlinga (phallic shrines) to explore. Although only Hindus are allowed to enter the temple, visitors can clearly see the temple and the activities performed in the temple premises from the eastern bank of the Bagmati river. After the tour, return to hotel.
Overnight in Kathmandu.
Accommodation option:
- Hotel Shanker
- (4 Ratings)
Pashupatinath Temple
breakfast and lunch
After breakfast at hotel, we will drive to Bandipu and it will take about 4.5 hours. En route, you can enjoy the quite scenic views and stop to snap wonderful photos. On arrival, check in hotel in Bandipur.
The rest of the day will be spent exploring the beautiful Bandipur. Bandipur is a charming hill town known for its beautiful view of the central Nepal Himalayas and the Marsyangdi valley. Beautifully preserved village and lofty ridge are the main views. It is also a living museum of Newari culture with stunning 18th-century architecture.
Overnight in Bandipur.
Accommodation option:
- Bandipur chhen
- (3 Ratings)
Bandipur
breakfast and lunch
After breakfast, you will be transferred to Pokhara with 2.5 hours journey. Upon arrival, check in at your hotel.
In the afternoon, take a short hike to World Peace Stupa that situated at an altitude of almost 1000 meters on the southwest of Pokhara. The hike to Peace Pagoda begins with 20 minutes boating trip on the Fewa Lake. Once arriving at other side of the lake, you will start a leisure hike up to the Peace Pagoda. Once you reach the top, you can enjoy the wide panoramic mountain view of Annapurna, Dhawalagiri and Mt. Fishtail. While seeing the stunning natural sights around, you will immerse yourself in the peaceful ambience.
Overnight in Pokhara.
Accommodation option:
- Temple Tree Resort & Spa
- (4 Ratings)
World Peace Stupa
breakfast and lunch
Get up early in the morning and drive to Sarangkot to enjoy stunning sunrise view over the Himalayas. Sarangkot is probably the best place to enjoy sunrise and panoramic mountain view. (Optional: Self-paying activity like paraglider can be available in Sarangkot.)
After that, you will start Pokhara city tour. First drive to the Devis Fall, a stream from Phewa Lake falls straight down and vanishes underground through a natural cave. Then walk across the Devis Fall area and explore the Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave. It is one of the longest caves in Nepal at 2950 meters and is a sacred cave enshrined Hindu gods.
Afterwards, you will enjoy a relaxing journey on Fewa Lake. Take a beautifully painted boat around the lakeshore, you will enjoy the beauty and serenity of the lake and mountains. Besides, the most important religious monument of Pokhara, Barahi Temple, is located on an island at the center of Fewa Lake. It is a Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Durga (Barahi), the protector of gods.
Overnight in Pokhara.
Accommodation option:
- Temple Tree Resort & Spa
- (4 Ratings)
Fewa Lake
breakfast and lunch
After breakfast at hotel, your private tour guide will pick you up to airport for 30 minutes flight back to Kathmandu.
Upon arrival, take half an hour driving to ancient city of Bhaktapur. Located in 12 km east of the Kathmandu city, it is the birthplace of medieval Nepalese art and architecture. And it still retains brick paved roads, charming red brick houses and the way of life that goes back to medieval times.
With three different styles square - Durbar Square, Taumadhi Square and Dattatreya Square, this old city is the best place to explore traditional Nepalese architecture. The exquisite religious architecture, ancient palace courtyards, narrow alleys and vibrant squares will allow you to witness the glory of medieval period.
Overnight in Kathmandu.
Accommodation option:
- Hotel Shanker
- (4 Ratings)
Durbar Square
breakfast
About 3 hours before your flight, your driver will pick you up and transfer to the airport for your departure flight.