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Nepal Culture, Wildlife and Lakes
Kathmandu, Chitwan & Pokhara, Nepal
Discover Kathmandu, Chitwan and Pokhara on this Nepal tour from India, with heritage visits, shared wildlife excursions and lakeside time, ending in Pokhara.
- Duration
- 7 days, 6 nights
- Group size
- 2 to 12 travellers
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Best season
- Winter, Spring and Autumn
The trip
Why this trip works
Explore Kathmandu's religious landmarks, Chitwan's lowland wildlife country and Pokhara's lakeside setting, with two nights in each destination. Private road transfers connect your stays, while Chitwan brings a shared jeep safari, a guided village experience and seasonal nature activities, without elephant riding. Continue to Pokhara for Sarangkot sunrise and local sightseeing. Your package ends in Pokhara, so add a flight or separate drive to Kathmandu if your international flight leaves from there.
- 01Kathmandu temples and historic square
- 02Two-night Chitwan lodge stay
- 03Shared jeep safari and Tharu cultural experience
- 04Sarangkot sunrise and Pokhara sightseeing
- 05Clearly defined Pokhara finish
7 days
Day by day itinerary
- 1
Day 01
Kathmandu Arrival and Leisure Time
Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport and meet your driver for a private hotel transfer. You settle in and enjoy a relaxed evening, with nearby shopping or dinner independently if you feel like heading out after the journey. Overnight in Kathmandu.
- 2
Day 02
Kathmandu Heritage and Thamel Evening
After breakfast, you visit Pashupatinath, Boudhanath, Swayambhunath and Kathmandu Durbar Square, observing religious entry rules and taking the stairs at selected sites. Spend your evening independently in Thamel, browsing shops or choosing a restaurant for dinner. Overnight in Kathmandu.
- 3
Day 03
Kathmandu to Chitwan and Tharu Culture
After breakfast, you check out and drive to the Chitwan area, roughly six to eight hours depending on traffic. Settle into your lodge and attend the Tharu cultural programme when scheduled. Meals follow your included lodge board. Overnight in Chitwan.
- 4
Day 04
Chitwan Safari and Tharu Village
Join a shared jeep safari on open park routes, looking for wildlife without promised sightings. You take a guided nature walk or canoe activity when conditions permit, then explore a Tharu village. Breeding centre visits are optional, without rides or handling. Overnight in Chitwan.
- 5
Day 05
Chitwan to Pokhara and Lakeside
After breakfast, you drive to Pokhara, roughly five to seven hours depending on road conditions. Check into your hotel and spend the evening around Lakeside if time allows. You can add Phewa Lake boating at extra cost. Overnight in Pokhara.
- 6
Day 06
Sarangkot Sunrise and Pokhara Sights
Begin with Sarangkot sunrise if weather permits, then return for breakfast. You visit Bindabasini Temple, Devi's Fall, Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave and the International Mountain Museum. Some stops involve steps; heavy rain can affect cave or waterfall access. Overnight in Pokhara.
- 7
Day 07
Pokhara Departure and Kathmandu Connections
After breakfast, you check out and transfer to Pokhara Airport. Add a separate Kathmandu flight if needed, preferably with an overnight buffer before international travel. A return drive is a separate full-day addition. Continue with your onward departure.
The fine print
What's included and what's not
Included
- Six nights in 3-star hotels or comparable Chitwan lodge
- Daily breakfast
- Lunch and dinner during the Chitwan lodge stay
- Private Kathmandu arrival and Pokhara departure airport transfers
- Private Kathmandu to Chitwan to Pokhara road transport
- Listed city sightseeing and standard entry fees for Indian nationals
- Shared Chitwan jeep safari with park permit
- Scheduled cultural programme and guided seasonal nature activity
Not included
- International flights and Pokhara to Kathmandu flight
- Return drive to Kathmandu and extra hotel nights
- Travel insurance and applicable Indian GST/TCS
- Meals outside the stated board basis and drinks
- Boating, adventure activities and optional breeding centre admission
Where you stay
Spend two nights each in Kathmandu, the Chitwan area and Pokhara. City stays are in 3-star hotels; your comparable Chitwan lodge is outside the national park.
Group departures
Pick a departure option
Dates are shared on call or WhatsApp once you enquire, so you get the most current availability and pricing.
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Before you book
Questions travellers ask
Do Indians need a visa for Nepal?
You do not need a Nepal visa as an Indian citizen. Adults flying should carry a valid Indian passport or original Election Commission voter ID; Aadhaar and PAN are not substitutes.
When is this wildlife route best?
Choose October to April for this route, with warmer conditions in Chitwan during spring. Monsoon flooding can suspend jeep routes and canoe activities, so plan outside the main rainy period.
Which currency is practical?
Carry Nepalese rupees for small expenses and an international card for larger payments. Cash is handy near Chitwan and at smaller shops, where payment networks vary.
Are wildlife activities and the return to Kathmandu included?
Your listed shared Chitwan programme is included when conditions allow safe operation. The package ends in Pokhara; a Kathmandu flight or return drive and any additional night cost extra.
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