Nepal, a stunning country nestled in the heart of the Himalayas, is renowned for its breathtaking landscapes and rich cultural heritage. Home to eight of the world's ten highest peaks, including Mount Everest, Nepal attracts adventurers and trekkers from around the globe. Its diverse geography ranges from lush lowlands in the Terai region to towering mountains, offering a unique blend of natural beauty and biodiversity. The country is steeped in history and spirituality, with Lumbini, the birthplace of Lord Buddha, holding immense significance for Buddhists and travelers alike.
7-Day spiritual and scenic journey: gorakhpur to lumbini and beyond
1st Day
GORAKHPUR to Lumbini - Transfer With Local Sightseeing
Arrive Gorakhpur railway Station/Airport and Proceed
Lumbini
Entering to Nepal border Suanuli nearly 135 kilometres
takes 03:40 hours - Hotel check in Lumbini - freshen up - visit Lumbini garden.
Lumbini
is the pilgrim for every
Buddhist & others - It is a beautiful garden full of green Sal trees - Many Buddhist
visit here yearly and the shrines
of different countries are built inside here which gives the image of holy spiritual
and
religious values inside it -
The beautiful and peaceful monasteries inside it give the pleasure of peace and
devotion
inside us - Lumbini, one of the
holy and sacred places where the Lord Buddha was born is listed in the World
Heritage
Site in 1997 - thus Lumbini holds
the historical and religious significance of Nepal - Maya Devi Temple - where
Buddha’s
Mother giving birth to him -
Ashoka Pillar - which was erected by Emperor Ashoka to commemorate his pilgrimage to
the
sacred site.
- Distance: 135 km
2nd Day
Lumbini to Pokhara. - transfer
Early Morning Pick up From Lumbini Proceed to Pokhara.
Drive
5 ½ - 06 hours and approximately 250 kilometres west of
Kathmandu - Pokhara is the second largest city of Nepal located west of Kathmandu -
The
altitude varies from 827 meters
in the southern part to 1740 meters in the north - Annapurna Range with three out of
the
ten highest mountains in the
world — Dhaulagiri, Annapurna I and Manaslu — are within approximately 15 – 35 miles
as-the-crow-flies distance from the
valley - Due to its proximity to the Annapurna mountain range, the city is also a
base
for trekkers undertaking the
Annapurna Circuit - Reach hotel and check in - Evening free to stroll around the
area.
Approx Distance: 250 Km
3rd Day
Pokhara - Full Day Sightseeing
Early Morning breakfast Then proceed to local sightseeing places are Old bazaar of
Pokhara city, Bindhayabasini temple,
Seti George, Pokhara regional museum, Devis Fall, Gupteshwor Cave and boating at
Mahendra Cave,Tal barahi temple is an
attraction, located in the middle of Fewa Lake - It takes less than 10 minute to
reach
there by boat - Tranquil
atmosphere and the green forest just beyond the south end of the lake is a beauty -
A
major celebration during dashain
festivals can be enjoyed here - Many Hindu and Buddhist temple are places of visit -
Other places of interest are lakes,
museum, cave, temple etc.. .Evening free to stroll around the area – Night stay at
Pokhara
Approx Distance: 250 Km
4th Day
Pokhara to Kathmandu - Transfer Enroute Sightseen
Early Morning breakfast check out hotel. you will drive to Kathmandu is 210 kms from
Pokhara and is a 7 hours drive
approx. In goodweather there are splendid views right from the hotel. On the way you
have an option of doing river
rafting or visit theManakamna Temple “Goddess of Fulfilling Wishes” where you are
taken
by a cable ride (at extra cost)
of 9 mins. Once you reach Kathmandu , check-in to your hotel and relax for some
time.
Distance: 250 km
5th Day Kathmandu - Full Day SightSeeing
Early morning breakfast - Guest start the sightseeing tour in few major places in
Kathmandu - Swoyambhunath, Boudhanath,
Pashupatinath, and Kathmandu durbar square - Swoyambhunath nearly 2500-year old site
believed that the Radiant Lotus of
the valley settled when the water was drained by Manjushree, the god of Wisdom -
(Non-Hindus are not allowed inside
Swayambhunath temple) - Boudhanath the world’s largest stupa of Tibetan Buddhist
Culture
- Visit of Pashupati Nath - the
holiest shrines for Hindus - It is the holiest Temple for Hindus dedicated to lord
Shiva, is also a site for Hindu
cremation - Budhanilkantha Temple (the largest stone sculpture of Lord Vishnu
sleeping
on serpents). Afternoon visit to
Kathmandu durbar square, Hanuman Dhoka, the ancient royal residential quarter, the
vestal virgin or the living goddess –
-Evening free to stroll around the local bazaars - Night stay at hotel / resort in
Kathmandu.
- Distance: 60 km
6th Day
Kathmandu to Chitwan - Transfer Enroute Sightseen (Manakamna Temple )
Early Morning Breakfast Check Out From The Hotel and Proceed to Chitwan. Next nearly
175
Kilometres 5 - 6 hours drive -
Drive to Chitwan - Situated in the Terai plains Chitwan offers pure retreat to the
Jungle lovers and nature i.e. forest
lovers - The Chitwan has had a long history of conservation - It was the Royal
hunting
grounds for the Kings and
dignitaries of Nepal - It became a favorite spot for big game safari hunters in the
late
nineteenth and early to mid -
twentieth century – Chitwan is a destinations where guest can enjoy jungle
observation
at Chitwan National park - The
highlight being the Elephant Safari in the jungles which will be around evening
depending on the time guest reach the
resort - After the Elephant ride one can enjoy a slide show or Tharu Folk Dance
(Optional) – Evening free for village
walk and sunset view.Overnight Stay at hotel in Chitwan
On the way you have an Option of doing river rafting or visit the Manakamna Temple
“Goddess of Fulfilling Wishes” where
you are taken by a cable ride (at extra cost) of 9 mins.
Distance: 200 km
7th Day
Chitwan to GORAKHPUR - Transfer Enroute Shaswat Dham
Early morning enjoy Jungle Safari by jeep or Elephant,Bird watching ,Elephant
breeding
center,Bath with elephant then
drop Gorakhpur Railway station/Airport on the way visit Shaswat Dham and your tour
will
be end up with sweet memories.
Distance: 275 km