Itinerary
- Day 1
Arrival in Kathmandu
You'll arrive at Tribhuwan International Airport where your airport representative meets you and explains what to expect during the tour. After settling in, you'll have a traditional Nepali dinner in the evening to start getting a feel for the local food.
- Start point
- Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal (Waiting gate)
- Meals
- Dinner (Traditional Nepali dinner)
Landmarks Tribhuwan International Airport - Day 2
Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing
After breakfast at your hotel, you'll head out to see Kathmandu Valley's main sites. Start at Swayambunath (Monkey Temple) on a hilltop with great views of the surrounding mountains, then go to Pashupatinath Temple, which is one of the most important Hindu temples. The day wraps up at Patan Durbar Square where you can look at traditional Nepalese architecture and historic temples.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Swayambunath Stupa (Monkey Temple)
- Visit Pashupatinath Temple
- Explore Patan Durbar Square
Landmarks Swayambunath Stupa Pashupatinath Temple Patan Durbar Square - Day 3
Kathmandu to Chitlang
You'll have breakfast, then drive about 45 minutes to Thankot before starting a trek to Chitlang village. The hike to Chitlang Deurali at 2000m takes roughly an hour and a half, and you'll get panoramic views of the Himalayan mountains and Kathmandu valley along the way. Later, explore the village and stay overnight there.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek to Chitlang Deurali (2000m)
- Explore Chitlang village
Landmarks Chitlang Deurali - Day 4
Chitlang Village Tour
Starting early with breakfast, you'll walk around Chitlang village on foot to see traditional Newari homes and meet locals. Your guide shares information about the village's history and cultural background. You'll spend the afternoon and evening here, staying another night in the village.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Village walking tour
- Visit traditional Newari homes
- Interact with local people and learn about local culture
Landmarks Chitlang village - Day 5
Chitlang to Markhu
After bed tea and breakfast, you'll hike down to Markhu through village terraces and farming fields. Along the way, you'll pass through Nepal's largest grazing land and a government goat farm, then meet with local people to learn about their countryside lifestyle. You'll also get to see Kulekhani Lake.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek to Markhu
- Visit Nepal's largest grazing land
- Visit government-owned goat farm
- Explore Kulekhani Lake
Landmarks Kulekhani Lake - Day 6
Markhu to Purandi
Following breakfast, you'll trek to Purandi using village roads with Kulekhani Lake views. During the walk, you'll explore the countryside and learn about how local people live and their cultural practices. You'll arrive in Purandi by evening for an overnight stay.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek to Purandi
Landmarks Kulekhani Lake - Day 7
Purandi to Kaphleni
You'll start with breakfast, then trek to Kaphleni by gradually climbing along a ridge through mixed forest. Once you reach an open grazing area, you'll have great Himalayan views before slowly descending into a quiet village where you'll stay for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek to Kaphleni
- Day 8
Kaphleni to Kathmandu
After breakfast, you'll trek to Pharping along the main trail and visit Dakshinkali Hindu Temple. You'll check out the Buddhist Monastery above Pharping and explore other monasteries, temples, and retreat centers in the area. Later you'll drive back to Kathmandu for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Trek to Pharping
- Visit Dakshinkali Hindu Temple
- Visit Buddhist Monastery above Pharping
Landmarks Dakshinkali Temple Pharping - Day 9
Kathmandu to Chitwan National Park
You'll take a scenic 2.5-hour drive to Chitwan National Park, a UNESCO Heritage Site. In a local village, you'll ride in an ox-drawn cart to see how people live sustainably there. By evening, the local Tharu people perform a cultural show for you.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Including cultural program from local Tharu people)
Included Activities
- Visit local village by ox-drawn cart
Landmarks Chitwan National Park - Day 10
Chitwan National Park Safari
You'll wake early for wildlife watching and trek on foot with a naturalist guide, then go on a jeep safari to look for rhinos, sloth bears, wild boars, and possibly Royal Bengal tigers. After breakfast, you'll watch elephants bathing in the river. Later, there's an optional dugout canoe trip to spot crocodiles and birds, then you'll walk back along the riverbank.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Walking trek and jeep safari in Chitwan National Park
- Watch elephants bathe in the river
Optional Activities
- Dugout canoe trip to see crocodiles and birds
Landmarks Chitwan National Park - Day 11
Chitwan to Kathmandu
You'll drive back to Kathmandu, traveling along the river past villages and rugged countryside. In the evening, you're free to explore Kathmandu however you'd like. If shopping interests you, your guide can give recommendations for local markets to browse.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Shopping in Nepalese local markets
- Day 12
Departure from Kathmandu
Your final day is completely yours to do what you'd like. Some travelers use it for last-minute shopping or visiting cultural sites they might have missed. Your guide can help point you toward the best shops. Your airport representative will travel with you to the airport for your departure.
- End point
- Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal (Drop Location)
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Shopping in local markets
- Exploring cultural sites of Kathmandu
