⭐ Highlights
- Visit world-renowned Pashupatinath Temple and UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Kathmandu
- Pay homage to the Living Goddess Kumari and explore sacred Hindu & Buddhist temples
- Optional Everest Mountain Flight for breathtaking Himalayan views
- Explore Pokhara – city of nature and adventure
- Experience Chitwan National Park Jungle Safari (Rhino & Royal Bengal Tiger)
- Discover indigenous Tharu culture and traditions in Chitwan
- Enjoy local markets, culture, food, and lifestyle of Nepal
🗺️ Outline Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,350 m)
Day 02: Everest Mountain Flight + Kathmandu sightseeing
Day 03: Fly/Drive to Chitwan (6 hrs drive / 20 min flight)
Day 04: Chitwan Jungle Activities
Day 05: Drive to Pokhara via Bandipur (5 hrs)
Day 06: Sarankot Sunrise Tour
Day 07: Fly back to Kathmandu + Patan & Swayambhunath visit
Day 08: Departure from Kathmandu
📖 Overview
Golden Week in Nepal is an exclusive 8-day cultural and nature tour designed to provide a complete experience of Nepal’s history, culture, wildlife, and landscapes.
The journey covers three major destinations:
- Kathmandu – ancient temples, UNESCO heritage sites, and living culture
- Chitwan – wildlife safari and Tharu indigenous culture
- Pokhara – scenic lakes, mountains, and adventure activities
This tour begins in Kathmandu with sightseeing and an optional Everest mountain flight. Travelers then move to Chitwan for jungle safari experiences including one-horned rhinoceros, deer, birds, and the rare Royal Bengal Tiger.
Next, the journey continues to Pokhara, a peaceful lake city surrounded by the Annapurna Himalayan range, offering sunrise views from Sarankot and various adventure activities.
The tour ends with cultural sightseeing in Kathmandu and a farewell dinner, making it a perfect blend of nature, culture, and adventure.
🧭 Detailed Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,350 m)
Arrival at Kathmandu Airport and transfer to hotel. Evening welcome dinner with cultural program.
Accommodation: Hotel in Kathmandu
Meals: Dinner
Day 02: Everest Flight & Kathmandu Sightseeing
Optional Everest Mountain Flight in the morning. Visit Pashupatinath, Boudhanath, and Kathmandu Durbar Square.
Accommodation: Hotel in Kathmandu
Meals: Breakfast
Day 03: Fly/Drive to Chitwan
Travel to Chitwan. Evening jungle safari and Tharu cultural program.
Accommodation: Lodge in Chitwan
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Day 04: Chitwan Jungle Activities
Activities include canoe ride, jungle walk, bird watching, and village tour.
Accommodation: Lodge in Chitwan
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Day 05: Drive to Pokhara via Bandipur
Scenic drive with stop at Bandipur. Evening boating at Fewa Lake and sightseeing.
Accommodation: Hotel in Pokhara
Meals: Breakfast
Day 06: Sarankot Sunrise Tour
Early morning sunrise view over Annapurna range. Free day for adventure activities.
Accommodation: Hotel in Pokhara
Meals: Breakfast
Day 07: Fly to Kathmandu + Sightseeing
Fly back to Kathmandu. Visit Patan Durbar Square and Swayambhunath Stupa. Farewell dinner in the evening.
Accommodation: Hotel in Kathmandu
Meals: Breakfast / Dinner
Day 08: Departure
Transfer to airport for final departure.
Meals: Breakfast
💰 Cost Information
✔️ Cost Includes:
- Airport pick-up and drop services
- 3 nights hotel in Kathmandu (BB plan)
- 2 nights hotel in Pokhara (BB plan)
- 2 nights lodge in Chitwan (all meals + jungle activities)
- Kathmandu, Pokhara & Chitwan sightseeing tours
- Professional English-speaking guide
- All entrance fees for monuments
- Domestic flights (Kathmandu–Chitwan–Pokhara–Kathmandu)
- All transfers in private tourist vehicle
- Welcome and farewell dinners
- 24/7 support service
❌ Cost Excludes:
- International airfare
- Nepal visa fee (USD 30 for 15 days)
- Meals not mentioned in itinerary
- Personal expenses (tips, laundry, drinks, etc.)
- Travel insurance
- Emergency evacuation or natural disaster costs
- Any services not mentioned in inclusions