Kathmandu Chitwan Pokhara Tour
Nepal · 8 Days · Easy
Cultural Tour From US $1,120 Mantra Adventure
Trip at a Glance
Destination
Nepal
Duration
8 Days / 7 Nights
Difficulty
Easy
Activity
Cultural Tour
Transport
Private Car + Drive
Group Size
Max 16 People
Accommodation
Hotel
Meals
Breakfast + Some meals
Max Altitude
2,175m / Nagarkot
Overview
Nepal's classic triangle — heritage Kathmandu, rhinos in Chitwan, and the lakeside beauty of Pokhara.
Trip Highlights
- Maximum altitude: 2,175m / Nagarkot
- Duration: 8 days / 7 nights
- Difficulty: Easy
- Expert English-speaking certified guide
- All meals during the cultural tour
- All permits and TIMS card arranged
- Airport transfers included
- Mantra Adventure duffel bag provided
Package Pricing (Per Person)
| Package | Includes | Price / Person |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | Quality accommodation & core services | US $950 |
| Comfort Recommended | Boutique hotels, private guides | US $1,120 |
| Luxury | Ultra-luxury, full butler service | US $1,380 |
Group Discount Pricing
| Group Size | Standard | Comfort | Luxury |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Pax | US $950 | US $1,120 | US $1,380 |
| 2 - 3 Pax | US $860 | US $1,010 | US $1,240 |
| 4 - 7 Pax | US $790 | US $930 | US $1,150 |
| 8 - 13 Pax | US $720 | US $850 | US $1,050 |
| 14+ Pax | US $660 | US $780 | US $970 |
All prices are per person. Larger groups receive progressive discounts.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1
Day 1: Arrive Chitwan National Park (200m)
📍 Chitwan
Begin your Nepal highlights tour in the jungle — arriving at Chitwan National Park by road (4 hours from Kathmandu) or by flight (20 minutes to Bharatpur, 1 hour by road). Check in to your jungle lodge and begin the wildlife experience with an afternoon jeep safari into the grasslands where one-horned rhinoceroses, spotted deer and an extraordinary variety of birds are reliably seen. Evening campfire dinner with a Tharu cultural programme. Meals: All included.
Day 2
Day 2: Chitwan — Full Day Jungle Activities
📍 Chitwan
Full day safari: pre-dawn jeep drive into the core park area, elephant observation at the government stables, canoe float on the Rapti River for birds and crocodiles. Your naturalist guide explains Chitwan's remarkable conservation story — once hunted to near-extinction, the one-horned rhino population has grown from 95 individuals in 1964 to over 700 today. Meals: All included.
Day 3
Day 3: Chitwan — Elephant Bathing, Village Walk
📍 Chitwan
Morning elephant bathing session on the Rapti riverbank. Afternoon walking tour of a traditional Tharu village. The Tharu people have lived in the Terai jungle for centuries, developing a natural immunity to malaria that allowed them to inhabit an area inaccessible to others until the 1960s. Meals: All included.
Day 4
Day 4: Drive to Pokhara (822m) via Prithvi Highway
📍 Pokhara
Scenic drive from the Terai jungle through the mid-hills to Pokhara — Nepal's lakeside city. The transition from jungle to mountain city in a single 4-hour drive encapsulates Nepal's extraordinary geographic diversity. Arrive for a lakeside dinner. Meals: All included.
Day 5
Day 5: Pokhara — Sarangkot Sunrise, Phewa Lake, Mountain Museum
📍 Pokhara
Pre-dawn drive to Sarangkot for the Annapurna sunrise — the peaks blazing gold above Phewa Lake. Return for breakfast, then a boat ride to the Tal Barahi Temple and afternoon visit to the International Mountain Museum. Evening at leisure on the lakeside. Meals: Breakfast.
Day 6
Day 6: Drive Pokhara to Kathmandu (or Fly)
📍 Kathmandu
Return to Kathmandu by road (7 hours, scenic Prithvi Highway through river gorges and terraced hillsides) or by air (25-minute flight). Check in to Thamel hotel. Evening free. Meals: All included.
Day 7
Day 7: Kathmandu Valley Cultural Tour
📍 Kathmandu
Full day exploring Kathmandu Valley's UNESCO World Heritage Sites with your guide: Pashupatinath Temple (Hindu cremation ghats, sadhus), Boudhanath Stupa (one of the largest in Asia, surrounded by Tibetan monasteries), Patan Durbar Square (medieval Newari masterpiece) and Swayambhunath (the Monkey Temple with its panoramic city view). Meals: Breakfast.
Day 8
Day 8: Final Departure
📍 Kathmandu
Airport transfer for your international departure. In eight days you have experienced Nepal's full range: wildlife, mountains, lakes, temples, jungle and Himalayan culture. Meals: Breakfast.
What's Included & Excluded
✓ Included
- Airport pick-up and drop-off
- Domestic transport per itinerary
- All accommodation during the trip
- All meals as specified in the itinerary
- Experienced English-speaking certified guide
- Porter (1 per 2 trekkers, max 15kg)
- All trekking permits and national park fees
- TIMS card
- Mantra Adventure duffel bag
- First aid kit
✗ Not Included
- International flights
- Nepal visa (USD 30-100 on arrival)
- Personal travel insurance (mandatory)
- Meals in Kathmandu/Pokhara
- Accommodation in Kathmandu (available on request)
- Alcoholic beverages, hot showers, personal items
- Personal trekking gear
- Tips for guide and porters
Travel Tips & Useful Information
➤ What is the best season for this trip?
The best seasons are Spring (March–May) and Autumn (September–November). Spring brings rhododendron blooms and stable weather; Autumn offers crystal-clear post-monsoon visibility. Nepal trips in these windows deliver optimal mountain views.
➤ How difficult is the Kathmandu Chitwan Pokhara Tour?
This trip is rated Easy. Suitable for beginners with basic fitness — walking 3-4 times per week for 4-6 weeks is adequate. No technical experience needed.
➤ Do I need a visa?
Most nationalities get Nepal visa on arrival at Kathmandu airport for USD 30 (30 days). Indian nationals do not require a visa.
➤ What permits are required?
Required permits and TIMS card arranged by Mantra Adventure. No extra hassle for you.
➤ What is included in the price?
Included: Airport transfers; domestic flights/transport per itinerary; all trek accommodation; all meals during trek; English-speaking guide; porters (1 per 2 trekkers); all trekking permits; Mantra Adventure duffel bag. Not included: International flights; Nepal visa; personal travel insurance (mandatory); personal gear; tips.
➤ What fitness level is required?
For Kathmandu Chitwan Pokhara Tour (Easy): Regular walking or swimming 3×/week for 6 weeks is sufficient. You should be comfortable walking 5-6 hours on uneven terrain.
➤ Is altitude sickness a concern?
Maximum altitude is 2,175m / Nagarkot. At this elevation, altitude sickness is uncommon for healthy trekkers who follow our paced itinerary. Walk slowly, stay hydrated, avoid alcohol initially.