Luxury Nepal Tour Kathmandu Pokhara Chitwan

You begin your luxury Nepal tour just after you land at Tribhuvan International Airport, Nepal’s only international gateway. The airport is located around 6 km east of the city center of Kathmandu and takes around 20-30 min to get into town depending on the traffic. On arrival, our team will be there to meet and greet you for a smooth, private airport pickup and transfer to your 5-star hotel in Kathmandu. Kathmandu is located in a valley at an altitude of around 1400 meters so you may notice the cooler mountain air as soon as you step outside.

The rest of the day is yours to relax after your flight, so enjoy checking in and settling into your room. Many guests use this time to relax by the pool, enjoy the hotel spa or simply rest before the sightseeing starts. If you’ve got the energy, take a short evening walk through Thamel, Kathmandu’s popular tourist quarter with shops, cafes, and restaurants—a nice way to ease into Nepali culture. No sightseeing today. A day of pure arrival and rest, giving your body time to acclimatize before the complete sightseeing tour of the Kathmandu heritage valley on Day 2.

In the evening you can have a welcome dinner in a hotel or in nearby restaurants with Nepali and continental dishes as per your choice. It is a good way to set the tone for the rest of your Kathmandu-Pokhara-Chitwan tour to be comfortable and relaxed.

The second day is dedicated to a sightseeing tour of the Kathmandu Heritage Valley, featuring five UNESCO sites in one day. You start at Swoyambhunath, or the Monkey Temple. Notable for its white dome and golden spire, this hilltop temple offers extensive views over the city. One of the valley’s oldest places of worship, it’s a good place to start exploring Nepal’s mixture of Buddhist and Hindu customs.

Then your guide will lead you to the Pashupatinath Temple, one of the holiest Hindu temples in the world. Located on the banks of the sacred Bagmati River some five kilometers east of central Kathmandu. This is a place dedicated to Lord Shiva and is still used for pilgrimages and cremations. It gives a real and unvarnished glimpse of Hindu rituals rather than a visit to a monument.

Next comes Boudhanath Stupa, which is about two kilometers from Pashupatinath. It has eyes painted on all four sides, as is typical of it, one of the largest Buddhist stupas in the world, overlooking the valley. Walking around the stupa clockwise with local monks and pilgrims is one of the highlights of this Kathmandu-Pokhara-Chitwan tour and a serene experience.

In the afternoon you will visit Patan Durbar Square in Lalitpur, famous for its fine Newar architecture, ancient courtyards, and the Patan Museum. The day finishes at Kathmandu Durbar Square, an ancient royal palace complex in the old city center, with its courtyards, temples, and former homes of Nepali kings. Your luxury tour package for Nepal includes all the admission prices for these five locations, as well as a knowledgeable guide who will accompany you throughout the tour to discuss the significance and background of each location.

After breakfast in Kathmandu you head to the domestic terminal for your scenic flight to Pokhara. It's about 146 kilometers and takes only about 25 minutes, making the flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara the fastest and most comfortable way to get to Nepal’s lakeside city. On a clear day, this short hop provides you with window views of the Annapurna and Manaslu mountain ranges, a perfect preview of what is to come in Pokhara.

On arrival, our team will drive you to your 5-star hotel in Pokhara, which will either be situated close to Phewa Lake or with mountain-facing views. Pokhara is much lower than Kathmandu and enjoys a warmer and more relaxed climate, making it a popular stop on any luxury Nepal tour. Flying shortens the travel time by a full day compared to the winding 6-8 hour drive and lets you start enjoying Pokhara right away.

The remaining part of the day is at leisure. Many guests spend the afternoon walking along the Lakeside area, trying local cafes or just enjoying the calm mountain views from the hotel. Today it is a light schedule, a comfortable transition from the busy Kathmandu sightseeing and full day of Pokhara valley sightseeing planned for tomorrow.

Full-day sightseeing of Pokhara Valley, experiencing the mix of nature, culture, and history that makes Pokhara one of Nepal’s best-loved destinations. You start from Pumdikot, a hilltop place known for its sweeping views and for housing one of the tallest Shiva statues in the region. A peaceful spot to enjoy a drink in the hills before the day starts.

Next you walk to the World Peace Pagoda, perched on a forested ridge on the south side of Phewa Lake. Most visitors arrive by boat across the lake and take a 30- to 45-minute hike through the forest, but it is also accessible by road. From the top you have sweeping views of the Annapurna range and Machhapuchhre, also called Fishtail Mountain. This is one of the most photographed places on any luxury tour of Nepal.

Your guide will take you to the International Mountain Museum in the afternoon, which has artifacts, gear, and stories of the explorers and communities connected to the Himalayas. From there it is a short drive to Davis Falls, a fast-flowing waterfall that disappears underground in a narrow canyon. Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave: One of the longest and most revered caves in Nepal, this one is right across the street where the same water from Davis Falls comes out through an underground stream. Walking through this cave with stalactites and a sacred Shiva lingam inside is a highlight for many guests.

In the evening, return to your 5-star hotel in Pokhara with time to relax by Phewa Lake or enjoy dinner with mountain views. All these places’ entry fees are included in your Kathmandu-Pokhara-Chitwan tour package.

You leave the hills behind today and head south into the Terai lowlands for your Chitwan jungle safari experience. The drive from Pokhara to Chitwan is approximately 155 kilometers and usually takes about 4 to 6 hours depending on the road conditions and stops made along the way. This is a luxury Nepal tour, and instead of a shared tourist bus, you will travel in a private, comfortable jeep so that you can relax, stop for photos, and enjoy the changing scenery at your own pace.

The route follows the Prithvi Highway, one of the major roads of Nepal, connecting the hills and the plains. You begin winding through green hills and terraced fields, with the Trishuli River flowing beside the road for much of the distance. This section offers some of the best rural views of the whole Kathmandu-Pokhara-Chitwan tour, with small villages, suspension bridges and farmland passing by your window.

The route joins with the East West Highway near the town of Mugling and slowly drops down to the flat plains of the Terai. As you arrive in Chitwan, the scenery changes from mountains to thick forest and grassland on the edge of Chitwan National Park. This change of scene is part of what makes Nepal such a diverse destination, as you get three very different landscapes in a single week.

Arrive at your 5-star luxury hotel in Chitwan in the late afternoon, usually near Sauraha, the main gateway to the national park. Once you have checked in you can relax and get settled in for a full day of safari and jungle activities tomorrow.

The day starts with a jeep safari deep into Chitwan National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to the endangered one-horned rhinoceros, wild elephants, deer and, on rare occasions, the Royal Bengal tiger. Expert local guides drive you through dense forest and open grassland where sightings are most active in the early hours of the morning.

After this, a quiet canoe trip on the Rapti River, gliding silently past mugger and gharial crocodiles sunning on the banks. Chitwan has more than 640 bird species on record and is one of the best birding locations in South Asia and this part of the day is good for bird watching as well. From kingfishers to hornbills, guides point out species as the canoe glides gently through the still water.

In the afternoon, visit a nearby Tharu village, home of the indigenous community of Chitwan. The village tour is a cultural counterpoint to the morning wildlife experience and gives you an authentic insight into Tharu daily life, homes and farming practices. In the evening you enjoy a live cultural show by the Tharus, including traditional dancing and music. The stick dance is a popular one that reflects centuries of local culture.

Before dinner back at your 5-star luxury hotel in Chitwan, you will enjoy a beautiful sunset over the Rapti River. Day 6 is one of the most memorable parts of your luxury Nepal tour due to the full combination of safari, nature and culture.

On the last day of your Kathmandu-Pokhara-Chitwan tour, you will fly back to Kathmandu from Chitwan. Your luxury Nepal tour will end with comfort. The flight from Chitwan to Kathmandu leaves from Bharatpur Airport, which is the main air gateway for the Chitwan region and takes only about 20 to 25 minutes. This short hop saves you the longer drive and gives you one last aerial view of Nepal’s transition from jungle lowlands back to the hills surrounding the capital.

After breakfast at your Chitwan hotel, our team will pick you up and take you to the Bharatpur Airport for your flight. Upon arrival in Kathmandu you will be transferred back to your hotel or directly to the international terminal depending on your onward travel plans. This flexible drop-off makes for a smooth end to your trip without any unnecessary delays.

If you have an international flight later in the day, you may have some free time to go back to Thamel for last-minute shopping, pick up souvenirs such as pashmina shawls or handmade crafts, or simply relax before departure. Guests arriving at Bharatpur on the same day or early morning can be dropped directly to the international terminal without passing through the city.

Your 7-day luxury Nepal tour ends here. You have experienced the culture of Kathmandu, the natural beauty of Pokhara, and the wildlife of Chitwan, all in 5-star comfort from start to finish.