5 Nights 6 Days Tour Package to Kathmandu, Pokhara, Lumbini
Itinerary
Meeting at Gorakhpur Railway station/ airport upon arrival by and drive to Kathmandu. Kathmandu is approx. 10 hrs drive from Gorakhpur. Kathmandu is the capital of Nepal and the Kathmandu Valley is the political and cultural heart of the Kingdom. The urban sprawl that makes up modern Kathmandu is in fact two cities, Patan and Kathmandu. On arrival to Kathmandu, transfer to hotel. Night stay in Kathmandu
This morning, you will be taken for a visit of the Hindu culture in Nepal, Pashupatinath. This is the place where holy saddhus pray and cremations on the Bagmati River are carried out. We then continue to the holiest shrine for the Buddhist culture in Nepal, Bouddhanath, with its large stupa, this is the place where all devout Buddhists come for a pilgrimage. Then continue, you will be taken take you for a visit to Patan. Also known as Lalitpur , the city of beauty is separated from Kathmandu only by the Bagmati River and is the second largest town in the valley. Lalitpur is fragmented from other cities due to its substantive architectural ancient masterpieces. Patan's central Durbar Square is absolutely packed with temples: It’s an architectural center point with a far greater concentration of temples per sq. meter than in Kathamandu or Bhaktapur. Within the city also lies the Tibetan refugee center, home to most of the valley's Tibetan population. While technically refugees, the Tibetans are some of the wealthiest people in the valley because of the carpet industry they operate. For those looking to bring home a fine Tibetan carpet, this is the place to shop. You will then go to Swayambhunath the golden spire of the 5th-century Swayambhu stupa is adorned with a colorful fluttering of prayer flags; it crowns a hill overlooking the Kathmandu Valley and offers fantastic views over the city of Kathmandu. Swayambhunath is one of the most recognizable symbols in Nepal and the painted eyes of Buddha watch all who ascend the worn stone steps.
Checking out from hotel, drive to Pokhara. Pokhara is approx. 07 hrs drive from Kathmandu From Pokhara town (2,352 feet) in good weather there are splendid views right from the hotel.
Enroute you have option to enjoy cable car riding at Manokamna Temple on own cost. Night stay in hotel.
This day, you will visit Bindebasini Temple. This is one of the oldest temples in Pokhara was a part of Kaski Kingdom, the main deity of the temple, Goddess Durga, was brought from India . Apart from the peace and tranquility that can be felt in this region, the premises of the temple offers a good view of the Himalaya on a clear day. The temple is in the area of the bazaar, hence,a journey of the old bazaar can be combined with a visit to the temple. Sightseeing to Devi’s fall, also known as Patale Chango is an awesome waterfall lying 2 km southwest of Pokhara. During summer and rainy season, the waterfall takes its real form, with gushing water splashing and making its way through the rocks. Just opposite of Devi’s fall, on the other side of the road, there is Gupteshwor Cave. This cave is popular for the different natural forms made from limestone deposits. Photography is strictly prohibited inside the cave. Then continue, you will visit Mahendra cave, is a large limestone cave. It is a rare example of a cave system in Nepal containing stalagmites and stalactites. This show cave attracts thousands of tourists every year. A statue of Hindu lord Shiva can be found inside the cave. Next visit to Bat cave. It is known for a habitat of Horseshoe bats inside the cave, over the walls and ceiling. The cave is formed of limestone. Then go to Seti River. The Seti originates from the snow fields and glaciers around the twin peaks of Api and Nampa in the south facing slopes of the main Himalayas. The area is near the trijunction of the borders of Nepal, India (Kumaon, Uttarakhand), and China (Tibet). After that, you will go to Internatonal Mountain museum. Mountains and mountaineering have a history of their own. Without preserving it, it will not be long before all the records and evidences will be lost forever. Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA), established on 1 Nov 1973, initiated the establishment of International Mountain Museum (IMM) in Pokhara. The basic objective for its establishment was made to record, do
Check out from hotel and drive to Lumbini. Lumbini is approx. approx. 8-9 hrs drive from Pokhara. Lumbini is located in the south-central Terai of Nepal, situated in the foothills of the Himalayas. For millions of Buddhists the world over, it evokes a kind of holy sentiment akin to the significance of Jerusalem to Christians and Mecca to Muslims. Lumbini is the place where Lord Buddha - the apostle of peace, and the Light of Asia - was born in 623 B.C. On arrival to Lumbini, transfer to hotel. Night stay in hotel.
This morning, you will visit Lumbini Garden which consists of various Bodh Vihars built by different countries such as Japan, Myanmar, Indonesia, USA to establish the Buddhist religion in the Garden. You will tour by a rickshaw for 3 hrs on own cost.
Later, Check-out from hotel and drive to Gorakhpur Railway station/ airport (approx. 03 hrs) for onward journey to India. Tour ends with life time memories.
Price & Validity
Hotel Category | Price (Per Person) | Hotel Options |
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2 Star | Rs 17,999 | Kathmandu- Shivam Plaza OR Similar Pokhara - God Pigeon OR Similar Lumbini - Lumbini Guest House OR Similar |
3 Star | Rs 20,999 | Kathmandu- Tara suits OR Similar Pokhara - Elegant OR Similar Lumbini - Joshi OR Similar |
Inclusions / Exclusions
- Accommodation on twin sharing basis
- All transfers from Gorakhpur/Kathmandu/ Pokhara/ Lumbini/ Gorakhpur by private Cab
- All sightseeing by private Cab, as per itinerary
- All applicable taxes on accommodation
- Pick up and drop by Cab
- All toll taxes/driver's allowance/fuel charges etc.
- Any flight/train tickets.
- Travel / Medical Insurance
- Personal expenses and any alcoholic, non-alcoholic beverages
- Tips to guide, driver, trekking staff, hotel service, etc.
- Any expenditure arises due to situation beyond our control i.e. natural calamity, blockade, flight/train cancellation, extreme shortage of commodities etc.
- Any additional tax/fuel sur-charge levied by government after acceptance of quotation
- Any entrance/activity fee to Museums/Palace/Sightseeing Points
- Cable Car ticket
- Any boating charges
- Cable Car Ticket
- Boating charges/Adventurous charges
- Cost of jungle activities /national park entrance fee at Chitwan National Park.
- Rickshaw in Lumbini
- Any meal other than specified
- GST
Other Details
Visa processing
• Nepal is Visa free country for Indian nationals. However, a valid Passport/Voter ID is mandatory for air travel to Nepal. Apart from Passport/Voter ID, road journey to Nepal can be performed on valid AADHAR Card/PAN Card/Identity Card also
Important Note:-
1) The quotation is valid for Indian Nationals only
2) This is quotation only, not the final confirmation, as we don't hold any booking as of now
3) Vehicle will perform the duty from point to point as per itinerary