Overview
Chitwan Tour – a wonderful trip to explore the natural and cultural spectacles of Nepal! The trip takes you through the lush subtropical forest of Chitwan National Park and gives a chance to witness the Tharu culture closely. The trip begins with a sightseeing tour to the UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Kathmandu Valley, followed by a drive to the lower land of Nepal. At Chitwan, you will soak in the natural wonder of Chitwan National Park, also a UNESCO Heritage Site. Jungle safari, jungle walk, breeding center visiting, bird watching and watching the wonderful Tharu cultural dance are some of the things you will indulge in. After the refreshing trip in the lowland, you will return back to Kathmandu and wrap up your trip.
Trip Facts:
Trip duration: 6 Days
Destination: Kathmandu, Chitwan
Hotel Accommodation: Twin Sharing
Transportation: Air and Road Transfer
Type of Tour: Easy
Maximum Elevation: 1400m
Preferred age Group: Any
Special Training / Skill: Not Required
Seasonality: Round the Year
Start and End: Kathmandu/Kathmandu
Outline Itinerary
Day 1 Arrival at Kathmandu (1400m)
Day 2In Kathmandu (B)
Day 3Drive to Chitwan (415m) – 4-5 hrs. / 176 km (B, L, D)
Day 4In Chitwan (B, L, D)
Day 5Drive to Bharatpur - 45 min & Fly to Kathmandu - 20 mins / 176 km (B)
Day 6Depart from Kathmandu (B)
Detailed Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival at Kathmandu (1400m)
During the time of arrival you will get the aerial view of the Valley. After landing you will be escorted to the hotel by our staff. Overnight at a hotel in Kathmandu
Day 02: In Kathmandu (B)
Breakfast at hotel/ Lunch and Dinner own arrangement
AM: Sightseeing tour of Pashupatinath & Boudhanath
PM: Sightseeing tour of Kathmandu Durbar Square & Swayambhunath
Pashupatinath: Pashupatinath is the most sacred Hindu temple of Nepal. It is located on the bank of the Bagmati River. It is an important temple dedicated to the Lord Shiva. Every year this temple attracts thousands of Hindus from all over the world. In 1979, Pashupatinath was declared a UNESCO world Heritage Site. The temple is famous for its awe-inspiring and astounding pagoda architecture and spacious premises with numerous temples.
Boudhanath Stupa: Boudhanath Stupa is one of the ancient and important Buddhist pilgrimage sites of Nepal. It is one of the largest stupas in the world with a diameter of over 100m. It is enlisted in the UNESCO world heritage site and is a popular destination for travelers in Kathmandu. As it’s an important locus of Kathmandu’s Buddhist community, throughout the day you can see countless devotees circumambulating the stupa spinning prayer wheels and reciting mantras.
Kathmandu Durbar Square: Kathmandu Durbar Square is also known as Hanuman Dhoka Square. It is one of the major attractions in Kathmandu Valley. The square’s monuments date from the 12th century (medieval time). The square is full of temples including Taleju temple, Jagannath temple, KalBhairab, Shiva Parwati temple etc. Probably the most famous building here is the Kumari Bahal, a building richly decorated with beautiful wood carvings, which is home to the Royal Kumari, the Living Goddess, a manifestation of the great goddess Durga. Nearby, the former Royal Palace is a Malla Dynasty dwelling, once considerably more extensive than today.
Swayambhunath: Swayambhunath, a little hillock in the northwest of Kathmandu Valley, is the oldest monument of Kathmandu Valley. It is also called Monkey Temple. Records of its history date as far as the 5th century, but its origins are believed to be older. It is the Kathmandu Valley’s most sacred Buddhist shrine and whilst its worshippers include the Vajrayana Buddhists of northern Nepal and Tibet, Newari Buddhists are the most fervent devotees. Overnight at hotel in Kathmandu
Day 03: Drive to Chitwan (415m) – 4-5 hrs. / 176 km (B, L, D)
Breakfast at hotel in Kathmandu/Lunch and Dinner at resort in Chitwan
After breakfast at the hotel, you will drive to Chitwan from Kathmandu. Upon arrival in Chitwan, you will be transferred to the Resort.
Chitwan National Park: Chitwan National Park is the first national park of Nepal, established in 1973 and listed as a World Heritage Site in 1984. It covers an area of 952.63 km2 and extends in the districts of Nawalparasi, Chitwan and Makwanpur.It is home to a wide range of wildlife and vegetation. The flora found in this national park are sal , beleric, rosewood, axlewood, elephant apple and many more along with the different species of fauna that includes one horned rhino, Bengal tiger, leopards, sloth bear and large numbers of butterfly, moth and insects species.
Overnight at Resort in Chitwan
Day 04: In Chitwan (B, L, D)
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner at resort
Today enjoy full day activities as scheduled:
- Canoeing and nature walk
- Jeep safari in Chitwan National Park (Jeep safari instead of elephant safari)
Village walk
Overnight at resort in Chitwan
Day 05: Drive to Bharatpur – 45 mins & Fly to Kathmandu – 20 mins / 176 km (B)
Breakfast at resort in Chitwan/Lunch and Dinner own arrangement
After breakfast at the resort, you will drive to Bharatpur airport for a flight to Kathmandu. Upon arrival in Kathmandu, you will be transferred to your hotel.
Overnight at hotel in Kathmandu
Day 06: Depart from Kathmandu
Breakfast at hotel in Kathmandu
You will be transferred to airport to board the flight for onward journey.
5 Nights / 6 Days 
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