Nepal travel
10 Days in Nepal: Kathmandu, Chitwan, Lumbini and Pokhara
A ten-day route that covers temples, jungle, the Buddha's birthplace and the lakes of Pokhara — starting and finishing at our homestay in Kathmandu.
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Cultural · 10 nights / 11 days
The Complete Nepal Journey
Kathmandu, Chitwan, Lumbini and Pokhara in eleven days — the best of Nepal for first-time visitors.
From $1,500 per person
- Written quoteExactly what is and isn't included — no surprises
- Airport pickup includedMet at arrivals, dropped off for your flight
- Starts at our homestayBriefing and planning with the family
- Private departuresYour own guide and schedule on request
- Quick repliesWhatsApp answered 7 days a week
Overview
The Complete Nepal Journey covers four destinations in one trip: the heritage of the Kathmandu Valley, the wildlife of Chitwan National Park, Lumbini — birthplace of the Buddha — and the lakes and mountain views of Pokhara.
It is built for first-time visitors and anyone with limited time who still wants depth rather than a blur. You spend real time in each place, from dawn aarti at Pashupatinath to a sunrise over the Annapurnas at Sarangkot, and end with a scenic flight back to Kathmandu and a final night at the homestay.
Highlights
- Dawn aarti at Pashupatinath Temple and the kora around Boudhanath
- Kathmandu, Patan and Bhaktapur Durbar Squares
- Chitwan jungle safari and Tharu village visit
- Lumbini Sacred Garden and the Maya Devi Temple
- Sunrise over the Annapurna range from Sarangkot
- Phewa Lake boat ride to Tal Barahi Temple
- Optional paragliding, rafting, mountain biking or hiking in Pokhara
Day-by-day itinerary
Every itinerary can be adjusted — extra rest days, private departures or a different pace.
Day 1: Arrival at Sacred Trails, Budhanilkantha
Airport pickup, an evening temple stroll, a home-cooked welcome dinner and orientation.
Day 2: Kathmandu's sacred core
Pashupatinath, Boudhanath, Swayambhunath, Kathmandu Durbar Square and the Kumari courtyard.
Day 3: Patan and Bhaktapur
Patan Durbar Square and Museum, Bhaktapur's 55-Window Palace and Pottery Square, with lunch in Bhaktapur.
Day 4: Kathmandu to Chitwan
About 5 hours through the hills to the Terai. Rapti River canoe ride and an evening Tharu performance.
Day 5: Chitwan safari
Early jeep safari, midday rest, afternoon jungle walk and a Tharu village visit.
Day 6: Chitwan to Lumbini
Morning bird walk, about 3 hours by road, and an afternoon in the Lumbini Sacred Garden.
Day 7: Lumbini to Pokhara
Morning in the Monastic Zone and at the World Peace Pagoda, then about 5 hours to Pokhara and an evening by the lake.
Day 8: Sarangkot and Pokhara
Sunrise at Sarangkot, then Davis Falls, Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave, the World Peace Pagoda and a boat ride to Tal Barahi.
Day 9: Pokhara adventure day
Choose one activity — paragliding, rafting, mountain biking or a hike — with the afternoon free.
Day 10: Pokhara to Kathmandu
Sunrise on Phewa Lake, a 25-minute scenic flight to Kathmandu, a free afternoon in Thamel and a farewell rooftop dinner.
Day 11: Departure
A final breakfast at the homestay and airport transfer.
What's included
Included
- Airport pickup and drop-off
- Hotel and lodge accommodation for the tour
- All overland transfers in the itinerary
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Welcome and farewell dinners
- All government and local taxes
- Budhanilkantha Temple visit
- Entry fees for Kathmandu, Patan and Bhaktapur heritage sites
Not included
- International airfare
- Nepal visa fee
- Travel insurance
- Drinks and personal expenses
- Tips for guide and driver
- Lunches in Kathmandu
- Optional cooking or yoga classes
Prices are per person and vary with group size, season and the options you choose. Your written quote confirms exactly what is included before you book.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does the The Complete Nepal Journey cost?
The 10 nights / 11 days tour starts from $1,500 per person. That includes airport pickup and drop-off, hotel and lodge accommodation for the tour, all overland transfers in the itinerary, professional English-speaking guide and more — see the full list above. The final price depends on group size, season and options, and we confirm it in a written quote.
Is this tour good for a first visit to Nepal?
Yes — it was designed for first-time visitors who want to see the Kathmandu Valley, the jungle, Lumbini and the mountains in one well-paced trip.
Can I add a trek?
Yes. The Poon Hill trek fits neatly after the Pokhara days. Ask us for a combined itinerary.
Planning guides
Practical advice from our team to help you prepare for this trip.
Destination guides:PokharaChitwanLumbiniBhaktapurPatanBoudhanathPashupatinathSwayambhunath
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