Nepal

Duration: 8 Days

Departure Date: October 11, 2025

Itinerary

✈️ Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu & Easy Exploration

• Morning:
  • Fly from Kochi to Kathmandu (via Delhi or another connecting route).
  • Arrive in Kathmandu, check into a centrally located hotel. 🏨
  • Enjoy a hearty breakfast to start the day. 🍽️
• Afternoon:
  • Swayambhunath Stupa (Monkey Temple) 🛕 – A scenic spot (car accessible) with panoramic city views.
  • Kathmandu Durbar Square 🏰 – Explore ancient palaces, temples, and the Living Goddess Kumari’s house.
• Evening:
  • Dinner at a rooftop restaurant with city views. 🍛
  • Overnight in Kathmandu.

🚘 Day 2: Full-Day Kathmandu Cultural Tour

• Morning:
  • Pashupatinath Temple 🛕 – Nepal’s most sacred Hindu site (wheelchair-friendly paths available).
  • Boudhanath Stupa 🏵️ – A peaceful Buddhist site with a gentle walking path.
• Afternoon:
  • Patan Durbar Square 🏰 – Admire traditional Newari architecture and temples.
  • Lunch at a heritage restaurant in Patan. 🍽️
• Evening:
  • Relax & explore Thamel – Shopping, handicrafts, and easy walks. 🛍️
  • Overnight in Kathmandu.

🚘 Day 3: Scenic Drive to Pokhara (6-7 hrs)

(Comfortable AC vehicle with multiple stops)

• Morning:
  • Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and start the journey to Pokhara. 🚘
  • Stop for tea/snacks at a riverside café along the way. 🍵
• Afternoon:
  • Arrive in Pokhara, check into a lake-view hotel. 🌊🏨
  • Rest and freshen up after the long journey.
• Evening:
  • Relax at Phewa Lake 🚣 – Take a gentle boat ride with views of Mt. Machapuchare.
  • Lakeside Market Walk 🛍️ – Enjoy the calm ambiance.
  • Overnight in Pokhara.

🏔️ Day 4: Explore Pokhara – Nature & Temples

• Morning:
  • Sarangkot Viewpoint 🌅 – Optional sunrise over the Himalayas (accessible by car).
  • Bindhyabasini Temple 🛕 – A peaceful place with mountain views.
• Afternoon:
  • Devi’s Fall 🌊 – A stunning waterfall with easy walking paths.
  • Gupteshwor Cave – A sacred cave near Devi’s Fall. (Short walk, minimal stairs).
  • Lunch at a lakeside restaurant. 🍽️
• Evening:
  • Seti River Gorge – A natural wonder with safe viewpoints.
  • Relax at the hotel or visit a café. ☕
  • Overnight in Pokhara.

🚘 Day 5: Peaceful Day & Short Excursions in Pokhara

• Morning:
  • World Peace Pagoda 🏯 – Enjoy a gentle hilltop walk with panoramic views.
  • Visit the Tibetan Refugee Camp – Experience local Tibetan culture and handicrafts.
• Afternoon:
  • Enjoy a relaxed lunch by the lake 🍽️.
  • Optional: Ayurvedic Spa & Massage 💆 – Perfect for relaxation after travel.
• Evening:
  • Lakeside Leisure Walk & Shopping 🛍️.
  • Overnight in Pokhara.

🚘 Day 6: Drive Back to Kathmandu

(6-7 hour scenic drive with comfortable stops)

• Morning:
  • Enjoy breakfast and depart early for Kathmandu. 🚘
  • Stop at Manakamana Temple (optional cable car ride).
• Afternoon:
  • Arrive in Kathmandu, check into the hotel, and rest.
  • Visit Garden of Dreams 🌿 – A peaceful oasis to unwind.
• Evening:
  • Dinner at a cultural restaurant with live traditional dance performances. 🎶
  • Overnight in Kathmandu.

🕌 Day 7: Bhaktapur & Final Cultural Exploration

• Morning:
  • Visit Bhaktapur Durbar Square 🏰 – Famous for ancient temples, pottery squares, and local art.
  • Taste traditional ‘King Curd’ (Juju Dhau) 🍦.
• Afternoon:
  • Lunch at a heritage restaurant in Bhaktapur. 🍽️
  • Explore local handicrafts & Thangka painting galleries.
• Evening:
  • Relax at the hotel or take a final stroll in Thamel.
  • Overnight in Kathmandu.

🏡 Day 8: Departure from Kathmandu to Kochi

• Morning:
  • Breakfast at the hotel and check out.
  • Transfer to Kathmandu Airport for your return flight to Kochi. ✈️