Kathmandu Pokhara Lumbini - Nature culture & Spiritual tour.

Country: Nepal

Trip Difficulty: Comfortable

Activities: Sightseeing

Accommodation: Included

Meals: Breakfast Included

Max. Elevation: 1600m

Group Size: Min. pax: 2 | Max. pax: 10

Best Season: All Year Round

Highlight

Get several unique experiences in one tour in Nepal.
Go to see the numerous monasteries, Maya Devi Temple, Lumbini Garden, and Ashoka Pillar.
Visit the exact birthplace of Gautama Buddha, Lumbini.
Do boat ride in Phewa Lake, City Exploration, Lakeside hangout, sunrise view from Sarangkot, and Paragliding(only if interested).
Reach the ultimate place for tourists in Nepal, Pokhara
Explore the lively streets of Kathmandu and try some local cuisines.
Cultural & Historical city tour to the UNESCO sites like Pashupatinath Temple, Kathmandu Durbar Square, Bouddhanath Stupa, and Swaymbhunath Stupa.
Land in Nepal, the birthplace of Buddha and iconic Pagoda Temples.

Overview

The Kathmandu Pokhara Lumbini Tour is another favored Nepal tour option by Sabbatical Explore Nepal. On this itinerary of eight days, the travelers will visit Nepal’s three highly desired tourist grounds, Kathmandu, Pokhara, and Lumbini. You would want to know more about the tour. Let’s get started.

As explained earlier, Kathmandu Pokhara Lumbini Tour is one of Nepal’s most popular tour options. How wouldn’t it be when travelers are getting to explore the three iconic places of the country for architectural, cultural, historical, natural, and religious beauties.

At first, the tour gets started and takes place in Kathmandu, the capital city of Nepal and the city of temples. There is so much to explore and experience in Kathmandu, from the 7 UNESCO Cultural Heritage Sites to the tasty MOMOs. The art, history, cultural sites, and foods of Kathmandu are renowned worldwide.

After that, the tour moves from Kathmandu to Pokhara, tourists’ sought-after place in Nepal. Also famous as the city of Lakes, Pokhara has so many beautiful things to offer to its visitors. We will have a great time in Pokhara, enjoying boat riding, Sunrise view, Mountain viewing, Cave visits, Paragliding, and more.

And, finally, we’ll travel from Pokhara to Lumbini for an insightful and tranquil tour of the birthplace of Buddha. There are precisely twenty-five different Buddhist monasteries constructed by various countries like Germany, France, Vietnam, etc. Moreover, the Maya Devi Temple-the exact birthplace of Buddha, Ashoka Pillar, and Lumbini Museum are the other must-visit places in Lumbini. With all that, we’ll finish the eight days of the Kathmandu Pokhara and Lumbini Tour.

And arriving back in Kathmandu, you will have a depth idea about Nepal, its famous destinations, and a handful of memories. In a nutshell, the Kathmandu Pokhara Lumbini Tour offers you several different Nepal lifetime experiences. Cultural and Architectural in Kathmandu, Natural and Adventurous in Pokhara, and Historical and Spiritual in Lumbini.

Outline Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu

Day 2: Cultural City Sightseeing in Kathmandu

Day 3: Drive to Pokhara

Day 4: Explore Pokhara

Day 5: Drive to Lumbini

Day 6: Explore Lumbini

Day 7: Drive to Kathmandu

Day 8: Departure

Itinerary

Our representatives will ensure you get a warm welcome without any hassle at Kathmandu Airport. Then you will get transferred to your hotel in Kathmandu for relaxing. Later in the evening, we will invite you for a welcome dinner and tour orientation. After dinner, you will trace back to your hotels for the night.

Have breakfast at the hotel and start exploring the beautiful historical city of Kathmandu. Without frittering much time, we’ll begin exploring the cultural heritage sites. Pashupatinath Temple, the sacred temple of Hindus, will be the starting point. Chronologically, we’ll visit other sites like Swaymbhunath Stupa(Monkey Temple), Bouddhanath Stupa, Kathmandu Durbar Square, and Patan Durbar Square. Throughout the day, we’ll experience cultural and historical exposures. Overnight at the hotel in Kathmandu.

Now we shall head off to Pokhara via a winding highway. It will take us 5-6hrs to reach Pokhara, and we’ll enjoy the ride thoroughly. Many settlements will come along by the road, green hills, and a vast river. Having arrived in Pokhara, we’ll check-in at a hotel in Pokhara for lunch and rest. Later we’ll go out to the Lake Side of Phewa Lake to have a lovely evening hangout. Overnight at the hotel in Pokhara.

We’ll wake up early in the morning and drive straight to Sarangkot for a sunrise view. The place is the best place in Pokhara to enjoy Sunrise view and Mt Machhapuchhre, Annapurna, and other peaks. After the view, we’ll return to our hotel for a delicious breakfast. Then we’ll start exploring the rest of Pokhara. David’s falls, World Peace Stupa, Bindabasini Temple, Mahendra Cave, etc. We will spend the whole day in the picturesque stretch of Pokhara. Overnight in Pokhara.

After breakfast at the hotel, we’ll drive from Pokhara to Lumbini, the last destination of the Kathmandu Pokhara Lumbini Tour. It is a 5-6hrs drive through the winding hilly highway to the plain ones. Upon our arrival in Lumbini, we’ll eat snacks and some rest. Then we’ll go to the Lumbini Heritage Area for an evening stroll around the place. Overnight in a hotel in Lumbini.

Lumbini is a vast place to explore in a day. So to cover most of the area, we’ll leave our hotel after breakfast. We’ll traverse to Maya Devi Temple, Ashoka Pillar, World Peace Pagoda, Eternal Peace Flame, The Great Lotus Stupa, Myanmar Golden Temple, and many more. We can also cycle in the area to speed up our visit. The entire day will have nothing but peaceful and spiritual experiences in Lumbini. After such a day, we’ll return to our hotels for the night.

As all the three Kathmandu Pokhara Lumbini Tour destinations are visited, we’ll now drive back to Kathmandu. After 5 hours of driving, we’ll reach our hotel in Kathmandu. We'll rest to relax our bodies. Following that, we’ll go out for some shopping and last-minute exploration around Kathmandu. Overnight in Kathmandu.

The day to depart is here. We’ll offer you a timely transfer to the airport for your departure. Farewell!

What's Included?

All ground transport by private car with driver from airport to airport.
3 nights hotel accommodation in Kathmandu with buffet breakfast.
2 nights hotel accommodation in Pokhara with buffet breakfast.
2 nights hotel accommodation in Lumbini with buffet breakfast.
English speaking tour guide.
1 Local SIM Card with internet facelities.
All Government tax and VAT.

Cost Excludes

Nepal visa fee.
Lunch and dinner.
Extrance fee to sightseeing places.
Travel insurance or any other unseen and personal expenses.
Tips and Gratuities to driver and guide.

FAQ's

What is the Kathmandu Pokhara Lumbini Tour?

The Kathmandu Pokhara Lumbini Tour is an 8-day Nepal tour package that covers the country’s three most iconic destinations: Kathmandu, Pokhara, and Lumbini. This tour offers a perfect blend of cultural heritage, natural beauty, adventure, and spiritual exploration.

How many days are required for the Kathmandu Pokhara Lumbini Tour?

This tour is designed as an 8-day itinerary, allowing travelers enough time to explore major attractions in Kathmandu, Pokhara, and Lumbini without rushing.

What are the main highlights of Kathmandu, Pokhara, and Lumbini tour?

UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Kathmandu
Scenic lakes and Himalayan views in Pokhara
Sunrise at Sarangkot
Birthplace of Lord Buddha in Lumbini
Cultural, historical, and spiritual experiences across Nepal

Which UNESCO World Heritage Sites are visited in Kathmandu?

Pashupatinath Temple
Boudhanath Stupa
Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple)
Kathmandu Durbar Square
Patan and Bhaktapur Durbar Squares (depending on itinerary)

Why is Lumbini an important destination?

Lumbini is the birthplace of Lord Buddha and one of the most important spiritual destinations in the world. It is home to the Maya Devi Temple, Ashoka Pillar, Lumbini Museum, and over 25 international Buddhist monasteries.

What is the best time to do the Kathmandu Pokhara Lumbini Tour?

The best time to travel is during spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November) when the weather is pleasant, skies are clear, and mountain views are at their best.

Does this tour include transportation between cities?

Yes, the tour includes all ground transportation between Kathmandu, Pokhara, and Lumbini. Depending on the package, domestic flights can also be arranged upon request.

Why choose Sabbatical Explore Nepal for Kathmandu Pokhara Lumbini Tour??

Sabbatical Explore Nepal offers:

Experienced local guides
Carefully planned itineraries
Personalized service
Competitive pricing
Authentic cultural experiences

Kathmandu Pokhara Lumbini Tour - 8 Days

Price USD 1160

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Katmandu, Bhaktapur Patan, and another locals city I forgot the name ( Themi) are the most interesting cultural cities for sightseeing in Katmandu valley. It's a very very vibrant and tremendous and much rich culture in Nepal. I went to Pokhara and on the way rafting in the river was great fun. 8 days of trekking t View More...

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We had a wonderful time on our gap year in Nepal. The Total 48 days in Nepal on our career break trip was meaningful and memorable. Kathmandu city is amazing and vibrant with different cultures of Temples, Stupas and also Mosque. Monkey Temple, Pashupati Crematory Kathmandu Durbar square, Bauddha Nath very famous histo View More...

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