Long-stay holidays

Nepal Grand Tour

Everything in one trip: valley heritage, jungle, the Buddha's birthplace and the lakes of Pokhara.

Trip at a glance

Duration10 days / 9 nights
Starts inKathmandu
RouteKathmandu · Chitwan National Park · Lumbini ·…
Places4 destinations
CountryNepal
Trip stylePrivate, customisable
Package codeNX-5BHOE7

Best time to visit: October to November and March to April

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Kathmandu, Nepal

Trip overview

Everything in one trip: valley heritage, jungle, the Buddha's birthplace and the lakes of Pokhara.

The route spends 3 nights in Kathmandu, 2 nights in Chitwan National Park, 1 night in Lumbini and 3 nights in Pokhara, so you get time for the main sights without changing hotels every day. It suits most travellers, and every day can be shortened, swapped or extended.

Highlights

Pashupatinath TempleBoudhanath StupaSwayambhunathJeep safariRapti River canoe rideElephant breeding centreMaya Devi TempleAshoka PillarSacred Garden and pondPhewa Lake

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Kathmandu

Arrive via Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) and transfer to your hotel
Check in and settle in
Later: Pashupatinath Temple: Sacred Shiva temple on the Bagmati

Day 2Kathmandu: Boudhanath Stupa and Swayambhunath

Boudhanath Stupa: One of the largest stupas in the world
Swayambhunath: Monkey temple overlooking the city

Day 3Kathmandu: Kathmandu Durbar Square and Bhaktapur

Kathmandu Durbar Square: Royal palace square
Bhaktapur: Medieval city

Day 4Kathmandu to Chitwan National Park

Travel from Kathmandu to Chitwan National Park by private vehicle
Check in at your Chitwan National Park hotel
Jungle walk: Guided walk

Day 5Chitwan National Park: Jeep safari and Rapti River canoe ride

Jeep safari: Rhinos and deer
Rapti River canoe ride: Crocodiles and birds

Day 6Chitwan National Park to Lumbini

Travel from Chitwan National Park to Lumbini by private vehicle
Check in at your Lumbini hotel
Sacred Garden and pond: Pushkarini pool

Day 7Lumbini to Pokhara

Travel from Lumbini to Pokhara by private vehicle
Check in at your Pokhara hotel
International Mountain Museum: Himalayan mountaineering

Day 8Pokhara: Sarangkot and World Peace Pagoda

Sarangkot: Sunrise over the Annapurnas
World Peace Pagoda: Hilltop stupa

Day 9Pokhara: Davis Falls and Gupteshwor Cave and Paragliding

Davis Falls and Gupteshwor Cave: Waterfall and cave
Paragliding

Day 10Depart from Pokhara

Breakfast and hotel check-out
Transfer to Pokhara International Airport (PKR) for your journey home

How this version is planned

Rest days built in every few days
Laundry stops planned
Travel insurance covering the full trip recommended

This is a suggested itinerary. Sightseeing order may change with opening days, weather and local conditions; your final plan is in your written quote.

Good to know

Kathmandu: Book the Everest flight for your first morning so there is a back-up day if weather cancels it.
Chitwan National Park: Choose lodges inside the buffer zone for early-morning access.
Lumbini: Combine with Bodh Gaya and Sarnath on a Buddhist circuit.
Pokhara: Paraglide from Sarangkot in the morning for the clearest views.

At a glance

Duration: 10 days / 9 nights
Route: Kathmandu, Chitwan National Park, Lumbini, Pokhara
Best time: October to November and March to April; October to March
Trip style: Private, customisable
Package code: NX-5BHOE7

Plan this trip

Request a customised quote

Prices depend on dates, hotel category and group size, so we quote each trip individually.

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Typically included

Hotel stay for 9 nights with daily breakfast (hotel category as per your quote)
Airport transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary (private or shared, stated in your quote)
Entry tickets for the sightseeing listed in your quote
Visa documentation guidance before you travel
Trip support from our Chennai team on WhatsApp

Not included

International flights unless added to your quote
Visa fees and travel insurance
Lunch and dinner unless stated
Optional activities and personal expenses
City or tourism taxes payable at hotels where applicable
GST and TCS as applicable under Indian tax rules

Final inclusions are listed in your written quote.

FAQs

Questions about this trip

Can I change this itinerary?

Yes. This is a private, customisable itinerary. We can add or remove nights, change hotels, swap sightseeing and adjust the pace before you book.

When is the best time for this trip?

Kathmandu: October to November and March to April. Chitwan National Park: October to March. Lumbini: October to March. Pokhara: October to November and March to April.

How do I start the trip from Chennai?

The trip begins in Kathmandu (Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)). We can add return flights from Chennai or any other city to your quote.

How much does this package cost?

We quote each trip individually because the price depends on travel dates, hotel category, room sharing and group size. Request a quote and we send a price on WhatsApp.

What documents do I need?

A passport valid for at least six months beyond your return date is commonly required. Visa and entry rules for Indian citizens vary by country and change, so we confirm the current requirements from official sources when you book.

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