Best of Sightseeing in 3 cities: Lumbini, Pokhara & Kathmandu

Day 1: Arrival Day

1. 1h · Admission ticket not included
   You will be Picked up by our representative at the airport and escort to your hotel.

Day 2: Sightseeing tour of Kathmandu valley

1. Swaymbhunath
   1h · Admission ticket not included
   After breakfast, you will visit Swayambhunath temple.
2. Boudhanath Stupa
   1h · Admission ticket not included
   You will visit Boudhanath Stupa.
3. Pashupatinath Temple
   1h · Admission ticket not included
   You will visit Pashupatinath temple.
4. 1h · Admission ticket not included
   You will visit Patan Durbar Square.

Day 3: Drive to Lumbini

1. Lumbini Monastic Site
   6h · Admission ticket not included
   Drive to Lumbini (approximately 6-7 hours). The birth place of Gautam Buddha, it is listed as a World Heritage sites by UNESCO.

Day 4: Sightseeing in Lumbini

1. Maya Devi Temple
   1h · Admission ticket not included
   After breakfast, you will visit Maya Devi Temple.
2. 1h · Admission ticket not included
   You will visit Asoka Pillar.
3. Myanmar Golden Monastery
   2h · Admission ticket not included
   You will visit Myanmar, golden temple and more.

Day 5: Drive to Pokhara

1. Pokhara Lakeside
   4h · Admission ticket not included
   You will drive to Pokhara and drive is about approx 4-5 hours.

Day 6: Sightseeing tour of Pokhara Valley

1. 2h · Admission ticket not included
   In the morning, hike to the World Peace Pagoda, a Buddhist-style monument also known as Shanti Stupa, which lies above Phewa lake. From here, see the beautiful view of Pokhara.
2. 1h · Admission ticket not included
   Then go sightseeing in Pokhara. See Davis falls (locally known as Patale Chhango). In the southern flank of the Pokhara valley. This is where the stream flowing from Fewa lake collapses and surges down the rock into a deep gorge, leaping through several potholes. The site is hugely popular with tourists and locals alike.
3. 1h · Admission ticket not included
   The revered Gupteswar Cave is situated across from Devi's fall and the cave is almost two miles (approximately 3 kms) long. It has varied passages from hall-sized rooms to places where you have to crawl on all fours. Find a symbol of Lord Shiva preserved here, in the condition it was discovered.
4. Barahi temple
   2h · Admission ticket not included
   Head over 2,000 feet (approximately 800m) above sea level to Barahi Temple and Phewa Lake, the second largest lake in the region. Barahi Island Temple. Built almost in the middle of Phewa Lake, this two-storied pagoda is dedicated to the female force Shakti, and is the most important religious monument in Pokhara. The reflection of Mt. Machhapuchhare and Annapurna can be seen in its serene water. Thick forest lies on the adjoining southern slopes of the lake.

Day 7: Drive Back to Kathmandu

1. 7h · Admission ticket not included
   Drive back to Kathmandu (approximately 5 - 6 hours). Then enjoy an evening farewell dinner with cultural program.

Day 8: Departure Day

1. 1h · Admission ticket not included
   You will depart for your home country.

Pickup details

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• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
• All accommodations are double rooms
• You may get a visa in Kathmandu airport upon arrival. Please bring 2 photos for the visa. Expect to spend some waiting time in line to obtaining the visa. You can also get your visa prior to coming on the tour by contacting your closest Nepali embassy.
• Infant seats are not available
• Not recommended for children ages 2 and under
• Minimum drinking age is 18 years
• Typical Nepali food will be served during the farewell dinner
• A moderate amount of walking is involved around 1-2 km for sightseeing
• Vehicles do not have Wi-fi or bathrooms
• Major currencies (USD, AUD, EURO) are accepted for both visa and in general. There are plenty of ATMs in both Kathmandu and Pokhara and credit cards are accepted in limited shops and many restaurants. Please note that only Nepali rupees are accepted on the trek.