Nepal

🏔 Nepal Travel Itinerary | Infinite Journeys Across the Globe

Destination: Nepal – “The Land of the Himalayas”
Trip Duration: 7 Days / 6 Nights (ideal for first-time visitors)
Best Time to Visit: October–December (clear skies), March–May (spring blooms), avoid heavy monsoon

🧭 Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu – Temples & Culture

• Arrival: Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu

• Check-in: Heritage hotel in Thamel or boutique stay in Durbar Square area

• Morning:

  • Visit Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple) – panoramic city views

  • Explore Kathmandu Durbar Square – palaces, courtyards & temples

• Afternoon:

  • Explore Pashupatinath Temple – sacred Hindu site on Bagmati River

  • Visit Boudhanath Stupa – giant Buddhist stupa with prayer flags

• Evening:

  • Stroll in Thamel – lively cafés, trekking shops, and local souvenirs

🏯 Day 2: Bhaktapur & Patan – Ancient Cities

• Morning:

  • Drive to Bhaktapur Durbar Square – UNESCO heritage town of pagodas & pottery

  • Try Juju Dhau (king curd) – a local delicacy

• Afternoon:

  • Visit Patan Durbar Square – known for fine arts & metalwork

  • Explore local craft workshops & hidden courtyards

• Evening: Return to Kathmandu, dinner at a rooftop restaurant

🛶 Day 3: Kathmandu → Pokhara (By Flight or Scenic Drive)

• Morning:

  • Scenic 25-min flight (or 6–7 hr drive) to Pokhara – the gateway to Annapurna region

• Afternoon:

  • Stroll along Lakeside Pokhara – charming cafés and shops

  • Boating on Phewa Lake with views of Annapurna & Machapuchare peaks

• Evening:

  • Dinner by the lake with live Nepali folk music

🌅 Day 4: Sunrise & Adventure in Pokhara

• Early Morning: Drive to Sarangkot – breathtaking sunrise over the Himalayas

• Adventure Options:

  • Paragliding, ziplining, or ultralight flights over the valley

• Afternoon:

  • Visit Devi’s Fall, Gupteshwor Cave, and World Peace Pagoda

• Evening:

  • Relax at a lakeside café or spa

🥾 Day 5: Short Trek or Relaxation

• Option A: Day Trek

  • Trek to Dhampus Village or Australian Camp – experience rural Nepal & mountain vistas

• Option B: Relaxation Day

  • Yoga retreat, meditation, or Ayurvedic spa in Pokhara

• Evening: Stroll Lakeside again for sunset photography

🐘 Day 6: Chitwan National Park (Optional Add-on)

(If extending trip – otherwise return to Kathmandu)

• Morning: Drive/Fly to Chitwan National Park (6 hrs by road or 20-min flight)

• Activities:

  • Jungle safari (jeep/canoe) – spot rhinos, elephants, gharials, and if lucky, tigers

  • Cultural program with Tharu dance performance

• Evening: Overnight at jungle lodge

🛕 Day 7: Return to Kathmandu & Departure

• Morning: Fly/drive back to Kathmandu

• Optional: Last-minute shopping at Thamel for pashmina, singing bowls, and handicrafts

• Departure: Tribhuvan International Airport

✈️ Travel Tips

• Visa on Arrival: Available at Kathmandu airport for most nationalities

• Currency: Nepalese Rupee (NPR)

• Getting Around: Flights save time; buses are cheaper but slower

• Trekking Prep: Carry good shoes, water bottles, permits (TIMS & ACAP if trekking in Annapurna)

• Cultural Etiquette: Greet with “Namaste,” remove shoes before entering temples

📌 Highlights of Nepal

• 🏯 Ancient Kathmandu valley cities & temples

• 🏔 Himalayas – Everest, Annapurna & beyond

• 🛶 Lakeside serenity in Pokhara

• 🐘 Wildlife safaris in Chitwan

• 🧘 Culture, spirituality, yoga & warm hospitality

Nepal is where spirituality meets adventure – where ancient cities whisper stories, and mountains call you to dream higher.
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