Classic Nepal Explorer: Kathmandu, Pokhara, Chitwan & Lumbini Tour | 7 Nights and 8 Days Nepal Package
- Transfer Included
- Stay Included
- Meals Included
- Sightseeing Included
Overview
Itinerary
Arrival in Kathmandu and Evening at Thamel
Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu. Meet and transfer to your hotel in Thamel, Kathmandu. Spend the afternoon resting or strolling through the bustling streets of Thamel. In the evening enjoy a welcome briefing and a traditional Nepali dinner at a local restaurant.
Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing
Full-day sightseeing of the Kathmandu Valley covering major UNESCO sites. Visit Swayambhunath Stupa (Monkey Temple) for panoramic city views, explore Kathmandu Durbar Square to see ancient palaces and Kumari Ghar, and visit Pashupatinath Temple (Hindu) and Boudhanath Stupa (Buddhist). The day offers an immersive introduction to Nepal's living cultural heritage.
Fly to Pokhara and Lakeside Walk
Morning domestic flight to Pokhara (30 minutes). Transfer to your hotel by Phewa Lake. Afternoon leisure with a lakeside walk, optional boat ride on Phewa Tal and a visit to Barahi Temple on the island. Enjoy sunset views over the Fishtail (Machapuchare) silhouette from the lakeside.
Sarangkot Sunrise & Pokhara Highlights
Early drive to Sarangkot to witness a spectacular sunrise with panoramic views of the Annapurna range and Machapuchare (Fishtail). Return to Pokhara for breakfast, then visit the International Mountain Museum, Devi's Fall, and Gupteshwor Cave. Evening free to explore Lakeside markets and cafés.
Drive to Chitwan National Park
Drive (approx. 5–6 hours) from Pokhara to Chitwan via scenic lowland highways. Arrive at the lodge near Chitwan National Park, check-in and enjoy a traditional Tharu cultural program in the evening. Briefing on jungle activities to follow.
Jungle Activities in Chitwan
Full day of wildlife activities inside Chitwan National Park: early morning birdwatching, canoe ride on the Rapti River, jungle walk or jeep safari, and an optional elephant bathing session or elephant-back safari where available. Look out for one-horned rhinoceros, deer, langurs, and diverse birdlife.
Drive to Lumbini — Birthplace of Buddha
After breakfast drive (approx. 3–4 hours) to Lumbini, the sacred birthplace of Lord Buddha and a major pilgrimage site. Visit the Mayadevi Temple, sacred pond, and the Lumbini Monastic Zone with international monasteries. Enjoy a peaceful evening stroll in the contemplative gardens.
Lumbini to Kathmandu Departure / Extension Options
Morning at leisure for final visits or meditation in Lumbini. After lunch transfer to Bhairahawa/Rupandehi airport for a short flight to Kathmandu (approx. 25–35 minutes) or drive back to Kathmandu (approx. 6–7 hours) depending on your preference. Arrive Kathmandu for your international departure or extend your stay. If your international flight departs the same day, ensure flight timings allow for domestic transfers and buffer time.
Inclusions
- Accommodation for 7 nights in standard/tourist-class hotels or lodges (twin/double sharing)
- Daily breakfast and selected meals as per itinerary
- Airport pick-up and drop-off in Kathmandu
- Domestic flight: Kathmandu–Pokhara (one-way) and optional Bhairahawa–Kathmandu (if selected)
- All transfers and sightseeing by private vehicle with an experienced driver
- Cultural and wildlife program fees in Chitwan National Park (standard activities)
- English-speaking local guide in Kathmandu and Lumbini (subject to availability)
- All applicable government taxes and service charges
Exclusions
- International airfare and Nepal visa fees
- Travel insurance (mandatory)
- Personal expenses such as laundry, phone calls, and tips/gratuities
- Extra activities or upgrades (paragliding in Pokhara, private jeep/elephant rides on request)
- Meals not specified in the itinerary
- Entrance fees where specified as optional
Note: Park entrance fees, safari upgrades, and optional activities may be payable locally and are subject to change.
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Recent Nepal Reviews
Nepal Trip Held Together by One Person
Our coordinator Arjun was honestly the reason this Nepal trip went so well. My wife and I were first-timers to Kathmandu and Pokhara, and I had a hundred questions before we even booked. Arjun replied on WhatsApp within minutes, every single time. The itinerary felt genuinely planned for us — not copy-pasted. When our Pokhara hotel had a room issue on day three, he sorted it on call before we had to ask twice. Cabs were on time, hotels were proper good, no surprises on billing either. Felt like having someone local watching over the entire trip without us having to chase anyone.
Nepal Hotel Switch Happened While We Were Travelling
We were already in the cab from Kathmandu to Pokhara when our coordinator messaged saying the hotel had overbooked our room. Before I could even get stressed, she had already found an alternative property, same area, actually a nicer view. By the time my husband and I checked in, everything was confirmed and there were no extra charges on our end. That kind of quick thinking is hard to find. The rest of the Nepal trip — Nagarkot, the lakeside stay, the drives — all went exactly as planned. Communication was easy throughout, mostly WhatsApp, and the itinerary had good flexibility built in. Genuinely felt like someone was paying attention the whole time.
Nepal Took Shape Over One Honest Call
I'd been putting off planning Nepal for almost a year because coordinating flights, hotels, and cabs across Kathmandu and Pokhara felt overwhelming. A friend suggested TourGrids, so I called them. Within that first conversation, they asked the right questions — how many days, what kind of hotels, whether my wife and I wanted any trekking or just sightseeing. No generic package was pushed on us. They sent a customised itinerary on WhatsApp the next day, adjusted two things I flagged, and that was it. Everything was transparent — no surprise charges when we actually travelled. The whole planning process honestly took less effort than booking a domestic flight myself.
Nepal Cabs and Hotels Both Exceeded Expectations
We were a couple doing Nepal for the first time and honestly had no idea where to even start. A friend suggested TourGrids, so I dropped them a message on WhatsApp and within the day we were on a call going through the full itinerary. What stood out most was the quality of properties they arranged — the resort in Pokhara especially was proper good, right by the lakeside, nothing like what I'd been finding on my own at that price. Cabs were always on time, drivers were polite, transfers between cities felt completely sorted. No surprises, no last-minute confusion. The coordinator stayed reachable throughout the trip, which honestly made all the difference.
Nepal Package Cheaper Than My Own Spreadsheet
I spent two weeks trying to plan Nepal independently — comparing hotels in Pokhara, checking cab rates, calculating Kathmandu transfers — and the numbers just kept climbing. One call with TourGrids and they put together a package that came in under what I had budgeted myself. Traveled with my husband for six nights and honestly everything was covered — decent hotels, all intercity transfers, breakfast included daily, and a coordinator we could reach on WhatsApp anytime. No hidden charges when we settled the final bill, which I genuinely wasn't expecting. The hotels were proper good, not budget guesthouses. Knowing someone had already sorted the ground logistics meant we actually enjoyed Nepal instead of managing it.
Nepal Planned Over Three Calls, Nothing Left Out
I was planning a Nepal trip with my wife and honestly had no clue where to start — Pokhara, Kathmandu, Chitwan, everything felt overwhelming to research alone. A friend suggested TourGrids and I just dropped them a WhatsApp. Within a few hours someone called back, asked proper questions about what we wanted, our pace, our budget. We had two or three calls total and by the end the itinerary felt like it was actually built for us, not copy-pasted from some template. Hotels were solid, the cab arrangements were sorted in advance, no last-minute confusion on the ground. No hidden charges either, which I was genuinely worried about. Really glad we went this route.
