Upon your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, our representative will welcome you and transfer you to your hotel. After check-in, you can relax following your journey or explore the nearby streets at your own pace.
In the evening, your tour guide will provide a short briefing about the itinerary and the experiences ahead.
Overnight: Hotel in Kathmandu
After breakfast, begin your cultural sightseeing tour with a visit to Boudhanath Stupa, one of the largest Buddhist stupas in the world and an important centre of Tibetan Buddhism outside Tibet. Observe pilgrims walking around the stupa, spinning prayer wheels, and offering prayers.
Continue to Pashupatinath Temple, Nepal’s most sacred Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. Located beside the Bagmati River, this important pilgrimage site offers insight into Hindu religious traditions, rituals, and beliefs.
In the afternoon, visit Patan Durbar Square, a historic royal square celebrated for its Newari architecture, beautifully carved wooden windows, traditional courtyards, and religious monuments. Highlights include Krishna Mandir, the Golden Temple, and other remarkable examples of traditional Nepali craftsmanship.
Return to your hotel after a rewarding day exploring the cultural and spiritual heritage of the Kathmandu Valley.
Overnight: Hotel in Kathmandu
After breakfast, drive to Pokhara, a beautiful lakeside city approximately 200 km west of Kathmandu. The journey generally takes around 6–8 hours, depending on traffic and road conditions, and follows scenic river valleys, terraced hillsides, and traditional settlements.
Pokhara is one of Nepal’s most popular travel destinations, known for Phewa Lake, its relaxed atmosphere, and magnificent views of the surrounding Himalayan mountains.
Upon arrival, check in to your hotel and enjoy some free time. Later, take a relaxing walk along the Lakeside area, where you can explore local shops, cafés, and restaurants beside the lake.
Overnight: Hotel in Pokhara
Wake up early for a drive to Sarangkot, a popular hilltop viewpoint overlooking Pokhara Valley. On a clear morning, enjoy sunrise views over the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri mountain ranges, with the surrounding Himalayan peaks gradually illuminated by the morning light.
Return to your hotel for breakfast before continuing your sightseeing tour of Pokhara.
Visit the World Peace Pagoda, a peaceful Buddhist monument overlooking Phewa Lake and the surrounding valley. Continue to Pumdikot to see the impressive Shiva statue and enjoy panoramic views of the landscape.
The remainder of the day can be spent relaxing by the lake or enjoying optional activities such as boating, paragliding, or yoga, depending on your interests and available time.
Overnight: Hotel in Pokhara
After breakfast, transfer to Pokhara Airport for your flight back to Kathmandu. The flight takes approximately 25–30 minutes and may offer wonderful views of the Himalayan landscape, depending on weather conditions and the flight path.
Upon arrival in Kathmandu, meet your driver and continue by road to Namobuddha, a peaceful Buddhist pilgrimage destination in the hills southeast of the capital. The drive usually takes around 2–3 hours, depending on traffic and road conditions.
After checking in at your accommodation, enjoy the quiet surroundings and beautiful hillside scenery. The peaceful environment makes Namobuddha an ideal place to slow down and appreciate another side of Nepal.
Overnight: Guesthouse or monastery accommodation in Namobuddha, subject to availability
After breakfast, visit Namobuddha Monastery, an important Buddhist pilgrimage site associated with a well-known story of compassion and self-sacrifice from Buddhist tradition.
Explore the monastery grounds, observe the religious atmosphere, and learn about Buddhist philosophy and monastic traditions. If opportunities permit, you may have the chance to speak with monks and learn more about their daily lives and spiritual practices.
Enjoy the peaceful surroundings before travelling to Bhaktapur, one of the best-preserved historic cities in the Kathmandu Valley. After arrival, check in to your hotel and enjoy some free time to explore the neighbourhood or relax.
Overnight: Hotel in Bhaktapur
After breakfast, explore Bhaktapur, a historic Newari city known for its traditional architecture, ancient temples, cultural traditions, and artistic heritage.
Begin at Bhaktapur Durbar Square, where historic palaces, courtyards, temples, and intricately carved wooden structures reflect the city’s rich past. Continue to Nyatapola Temple, the famous five-storey pagoda that stands as one of Nepal’s finest examples of traditional temple architecture.
Visit Pottery Square to see local artisans shaping clay pots using traditional techniques. You may also encounter traditional thangka painting workshops and other forms of local craftsmanship during your walk through the old town.
Continue to Dattatraya Temple and explore the surrounding streets, traditional houses, and courtyards. Bhaktapur offers an excellent opportunity to appreciate Nepal’s living heritage and experience the distinctive culture of the Newar community.
Enjoy your final evening in Nepal at your own pace.
Overnight: Hotel in Bhaktapur
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel and spend any remaining free time relaxing or preparing for your journey home.
At the appropriate time, our representative will meet you at your hotel and transfer you to Tribhuvan International Airport for your international departure.
We hope you leave Nepal with wonderful memories of its cultural heritage, Himalayan scenery, warm hospitality, and peaceful spiritual destinations.
Meal: Breakfast