Kathmandu, Pokhara and Chitwan Tour – 9 Days

Upon arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, complete immigration, visa and baggage procedures before proceeding to the arrivals area. A Zeo Tourism representative will meet you outside the terminal with your name or company signage and assist you to the private vehicle. Transfer to your hotel in Kathmandu, a journey that normally takes approximately 20 to 45 minutes depending on traffic and hotel location. After check-in, take time to rest and adjust to Kathmandu's altitude and local time. Later, meet your tour representative for a detailed briefing covering the full route, hotel arrangements, road journeys, included services, daily start times and practical travel information. The remainder of the day is free for rest or a gentle independent walk around the surrounding neighbourhood. No formal sightseeing is scheduled so that you can recover comfortably from your international journey.

After breakfast, meet your professional local guide and begin a full-day exploration of Kathmandu's religious and cultural heritage. Start at Swayambhunath, also known as the Monkey Temple, an ancient Buddhist complex situated on a hill overlooking Kathmandu Valley. Walk around the main stupa, prayer wheels, shrines and viewing terraces while your guide explains the site's Buddhist and Hindu significance. Continue to Kathmandu Durbar Square, where historic palace courtyards, temples and traditional Newar architecture reflect the city's royal past. After time for lunch, proceed to Boudhanath, one of the largest Buddhist stupas in Nepal. Walk around the stupa with pilgrims and observe monasteries, prayer flags and traditional shops. The final major visit is Pashupatinath, Nepal's most sacred Hindu temple complex beside the Bagmati River. Non-Hindus view the principal temple from the opposite bank while learning about Hindu rituals and cremation traditions. Return to the hotel in the late afternoon or early evening.

After an early breakfast, leave Kathmandu and begin the overland journey to Pokhara by private vehicle. The route gradually descends from Kathmandu Valley and follows sections of the Prithvi Highway alongside the Trishuli and Marsyangdi river corridors. During the journey, pass terraced hillsides, roadside settlements, suspension bridges, cultivated valleys and local market towns. Your driver will make suitable stops for refreshments, lunch and short comfort breaks. Under normal road and traffic conditions, the journey takes approximately seven to nine hours, although construction, traffic or weather may increase the driving time. As you approach Pokhara, the surroundings become greener and the landscape opens toward the Annapurna region. Upon arrival, check in at your hotel near Lakeside. The evening is free to recover from the drive, walk along Phewa Lake, explore local cafés or enjoy dinner at a restaurant of your choice. Your guide or driver will confirm the early departure time required for the following morning's sunrise excursion.

Leave the hotel before sunrise and drive uphill to Sarangkot, one of Pokhara's best-known Himalayan viewpoints. On a clear morning, the sunrise gradually illuminates the Annapurna range, Machhapuchhre, commonly known as Fishtail, and sections of the Dhaulagiri and Manaslu ranges. Mountain visibility depends entirely on weather and cloud conditions. After time at the viewpoint, return to the hotel for breakfast and a short rest. Later, begin a guided Pokhara sightseeing programme. Visit Devi's Fall, where water from Phewa Lake disappears through a narrow underground passage, followed by nearby Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave. Continue toward the World Peace Pagoda, positioned above the valley with panoramic views of Pokhara, Phewa Lake and the surrounding hills. Depending on the final routing and available time, visit the International Mountain Museum or another locally relevant attraction. In the late afternoon, return to Phewa Lake for a peaceful boat ride. The remainder of the evening is free around Lakeside.

After breakfast, travel away from the busy Lakeside area toward Begnas Lake, located in a quieter rural setting outside central Pokhara. The drive passes through suburban neighbourhoods, agricultural land and small communities that provide a different perspective from the commercial tourism area. At Begnas Lake, enjoy time beside the water and take in views of forested hills, farms and traditional settlements. Depending on local conditions and your interests, an optional short boat ride or gentle village walk can be arranged. The experience is deliberately relaxed and provides a slower day between the main sightseeing programme and the journey to Chitwan. Return to Pokhara during the afternoon. The remaining hours are free for independent exploration, souvenir shopping, a spa treatment, café time or rest at the hotel. Optional activities such as paragliding, zip-lining or an ultralight flight are not included and should only be booked after reviewing weather conditions, insurance coverage and operator safety arrangements.

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and begin the drive from Pokhara toward Chitwan. The journey follows changing terrain as you leave the Himalayan foothills and descend toward the warmer subtropical plains of Nepal's Inner Terai. The drive normally takes approximately five to seven hours depending on road conditions, traffic and the exact location of the jungle resort. Suitable refreshment and comfort stops will be made along the route. Upon arrival, check in at the resort and have lunch if the arrival time matches the resort meal schedule. A resident naturalist or activity coordinator will explain the next day's jungle programme, safety procedures, clothing recommendations and realistic wildlife expectations. Later, join a guided village walk, riverside sunset visit or another introductory activity according to daylight and seasonal conditions. In the evening, attend a Tharu cultural programme featuring local music and traditional dance. Dinner will be served at the resort before the overnight stay.

Begin the day with breakfast followed by a programme of guided wildlife and nature activities arranged by the jungle resort. The exact sequence depends on the season, river conditions, park regulations and the resort's operating schedule. Activities may include a canoe excursion along a local river, where you may observe water birds and crocodiles from a safe distance, followed by a guided nature walk focusing on plants, animal tracks, birdlife and the ecology of the Inner Terai. A jeep safari may take you through grasslands, forest corridors and wildlife-viewing areas in or around the national park region. Potential wildlife includes one-horned rhinoceros, deer, monkeys, wild boar, crocodiles and numerous bird species, although sightings are never guaranteed. You may also visit an elephant information centre, breeding facility or conservation-related site where permitted. Return to the resort between activities for meals and rest. Follow all instructions provided by naturalists and park personnel throughout the day.

After breakfast, check out from the jungle resort and begin the return journey to Kathmandu by private vehicle. The route gradually leaves the lowland plains and follows river valleys and hill roads toward Kathmandu Valley. The journey generally takes approximately six to eight hours, but the actual duration depends on traffic, road works, weather and local driving conditions. Your driver will make suitable stops for lunch, refreshments and comfort breaks. Upon reaching Kathmandu, transfer directly to your hotel and complete check-in. The rest of the day is free to relax after the road journey. You may explore nearby shops, purchase souvenirs, visit a local restaurant or prepare for your international departure. An optional farewell dinner or cultural dining experience can be arranged separately when requested in advance. Your representative will reconfirm the airport pickup time based on your airline's departure schedule and the recommended international check-in time.

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and complete any final packing or last-minute preparations. Standard hotel check-out times apply, although luggage storage may be arranged when your flight departs later in the day. At the confirmed time, a Zeo Tourism representative and driver will meet you at the hotel for the private transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport. The pickup time will normally be scheduled approximately three hours before an international flight, with additional allowance when traffic conditions require it. Upon arrival at the airport, unload your luggage and proceed to the departure terminal for airline check-in, security and immigration formalities. The tour officially concludes after the airport drop-off. Any post-tour hotel extension, domestic connection, additional sightseeing or onward travel service must be arranged separately unless it appears in your final written confirmation.