Gorakhpur-Pokhara-Kathmandu - Chitwan And Lumbini Yatra - 8 D / 7 N

Arrival and pick up from railway station/ airport in Gorakhpur. Then drive to Pokhara (10 hrs approx.). Pokhara, the 'Tourist Capital of Nepal,' at an altitude of more than 900m, it is one of the highest cities, making it the base for many world-famous treks. The highlight of the town is its Lakeside, which is a boating paradise flanked with charming shops, dreamy cafés, restaurants and pubs that make up this postcard-perfect town. Once you arrive in Pokhara transfer to designated hotel and check-in. Feel free to take a stroll through the city in the evening or relax by the lakeside.

Enjoy your morning breakfast at hotel. Then proceed for your sightseeing. Visit to Bindhabasini Temple dedicated to goddess Durga- the deity of supreme power, right in the center of the bazaar. The 16th century architecture is sure to delight you. Davis falls, or “Patale Changgo” in Nepali is actually an underground waterfall. The water flows under the ground through its natural tunnel of 500 feet from the fall made by the water currents beneath the land. Move towards Mahadev Cave, also known as Gupteshwor Cave is limestone cave with its shrine desiccated to Lord Shiva. The cave is said to have been discovered in 16th Century. Watch the Seti Gorge standing atop the Mahendra Pul. Flowing right through the city, the river runs completely underground at places. Also, visit World Peace Pagoda, situated at the height of 1100 meters on the Anadu Hill. After returning back to lakeside, hop on the boat for an hour boat ride in Fewa Lake.

After Breakfast, we take a long drive to Kathmandu. Upon arrival in Kathmandu check in at your hotel and relax the remaining time of your own at leisure.

Enjoy your morning breakfast. Today, you will start a journey of cultural exploration! Starting from Kathmandu, the nerve center of Nepal, we will arrange a variety of sightseeing activities for you. Begin your tour with the holiest Pashupatinath Temple. According to religious beliefs, Lord Pashupatinath is the almighty God and the savior of all mankind. Therefore, it is said that all Hindus should make a pilgrimage to the Pashupatinath temple at least once in their lives to pray for eternal peace and salvation.

Then visit to Swyambhunath Temple also known as the Monkey Temple. Resting on a hillock 3 km west of Kathmandu, Swayambhu is one of the holiest Buddhist stupas in Nepal. It is said to have evolved spontaneously when the valley was created out of a primordial lake more than 2,000 years ago. This stupa is the oldest of its kind in Nepal and has numerous shrines and monasteries on its premises.

In the afternoon visit Boudhanath Stupa, the largest Buddhist stupa in the world, built in the fifth century. Before today's stupa was built, it was a campsite for Tibetan merchants. Today, it is the best place to observe Tibetan lifestyle, culture and religious activities of monks. It is also rich in Tibetan products such as Tibetan jewelry, hand-woven carpets, thangkas, masks, kukuli, knives and other Tibetan products.

In the evening proceed Patan Durbar Square & Golden Temple. Patan is one of the oldest Buddhist cities. It is a center of both Hinduism and Buddhism with 136 bahals or courtyards and 55 major temples. Most of these structures are in the vicinity of the Durbar Square. The Golden Temple with literal meaning "Gold-colored Great Monastery", is a historical vihara (Buddhist monastery) situated in Patan. Overnight in Kathmandu.

After breakfast at your hotel, check out and drive to Chitwan (approx 7 Hrs. Drive). Upon arrival in Chitwan, transfer to designated hotel. Chitwan is listed among one of the eight UNESCO world heritage sites. This is also the first national park of Nepal. You will enjoy 2 days full of jungle activities that will take you deep into the jungle and get closer to the wild as you comb the jungles for rhinos and tigers.

The day will be filled with various jungle activities starting with either jeep safari & Canoeing on the calm waters of Rapti River is the best way to spot water birds, crocodiles and alligators. Visit local Tharu village to closely observe the lifestyle and habitat of these indigenous people; and the brave can even take a guided walk through the jungle, surrounded by the hoots and roars of the forest. On the evening there will be special cultural show by indigenous Tharu community people followed by dinner.

Early breakfast and take a long drive to Lumbini. (approx. 7 hrs ). Lumbini , birth place of Gautam Buddha is one of many magnets for pilgrimage that sprang up in places pivotal to the life of the Buddha. Upon reaching at lumbini begin your sightseeing. Visit the Sacred Garden, Mayadevi temple, Pushkarini (the sacred Pond), World Peace stupa, monastic zone, and museum. The exploration of Lumbini will bring you closer understanding of life of Buddha.

After breakfast free time until departure. Our tour escort will timely drop you to railway station/ airport for your final departure. Come back for another adventure visiting our spectacular mountains.