Nepal
9 Days Kathmandu, Pokhara, Chitwan Tour with Rafting
Overview
Kathmandu, Pokhara, Chitwan Tour with Rafting is the perfect 9-day adventure for travelers seeking a blend of culture, nature, and thrill in Nepal. This journey begins when you are warmly welcomed at Tribhuvan International Airport by a representative from Destination Nepal Tours & Travels. The next day, you’ll embark on a scenic drive to Pokhara, a city known for its serene lakes and stunning views of the Annapurna range. Early the following morning, experience the magical sunrise over the Himalayas from Sarangkot, one of the best vantage points in Pokhara. After breakfast, your day continues with an exploration of Pokhara's top attractions: a relaxing boat ride on Phewa Lake, a visit to the Bindabasini Temple, and stops at Davis Falls, the mystical Gupteswor Mahadev Cave, the Tibetan refugee camp, and the awe-inspiring Seti Gorge. As the evening falls, you’ll visit either the World Peace Stupa or the impressive Pumdikot Shiva Temple, offering panoramic views of the city and surrounding landscape. The next part of your adventure takes you to Damauli for a two-day Seti River rafting experience. Enjoy thrilling rapids on the Seti River as you raft from Damauli to Saranghat, where you’ll stay overnight by the riverside. The following day, you’ll continue rafting to Gai Ghat before driving to Chitwan for a unique jungle experience. During your two-night stay in Chitwan, you’ll be immersed in the local culture with a Tharu village tour, and enjoy a traditional Tharu cultural program in the evening. Your jungle activities will include an elephant safari or jeep safari, depending on your resort’s location, a visit to the Crocodile Breeding Center or the Elephant Breeding Center, and a canoe ride along the peaceful Rapti River. After your exciting wildlife adventure, the tour continues with a scenic drive to Nagarkot, where you’ll enjoy a sunrise view over the Himalayas the next morning. From Nagarkot, you’ll return to Kathmandu to visit historic sites such as Bhaktapur Durbar Square, Boudhanath Stupa, and Pashupatinath Temple. To end your trip on a memorable note, enjoy an authentic Nepali dinner with a cultural program at a typical Nepali restaurant. Finally, you’ll depart with unforgettable memories of your Nepal adventure. This Kathmandu, Pokhara, Chitwan Tour with Rafting is the ultimate way to experience Nepal's diverse offerings, from adventure sports to cultural exploration and wildlife encounters.
Why you'll love 9 Days Kathmandu, Pokhara, Chitwan Tour with Rafting ?
Diverse Experiences in One Trip:
This tour combines cultural exploration, natural beauty, adventure sports, and wildlife encounters. Travelers can enjoy everything from rafting on the Seti River to witnessing Himalayan sunrises and experiencing Nepal's rich heritage.
Adventure and Thrill:
The Seti River rafting experience adds an exciting element of adventure, offering travelers the thrill of navigating rapids while surrounded by stunning landscapes.
Wildlife Safari in Chitwan:
Visitors can experience Nepal's wildlife up close with jungle activities like an elephant or jeep safari, a canoe ride, and visits to conservation centers, making it a nature lover’s dream.
Cultural Immersion:
The tour offers cultural insights through visits to iconic temples and UNESCO heritage sites, as well as interaction with local communities like the Tharu people, allowing travelers to connect with Nepal's traditions and history.
Stunning Himalayan Views:
The sunrise views from Sarangkot in Pokhara and Nagarkot are breathtaking. Seeing the snow-capped peaks of the Himalayas at dawn is an unforgettable experience for any traveler.
The best time to visit the Kathmandu, Pokhara, Chitwan Tour with Rafting is during spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November). Here’s why:
Spring (March to May): The weather is mild, with clear skies and pleasant temperatures, making it ideal for outdoor activities like rafting, jungle safaris, and sightseeing. The blooming flowers, especially rhododendrons, enhance the beauty of the landscapes.
Autumn (September to November): This is considered the best season to visit Nepal, as the weather is dry and stable, with clear views of the Himalayas. It’s perfect for enjoying sunrise views, cultural tours, and rafting without the monsoon rains or extreme cold.
Both seasons offer the best conditions for enjoying the diverse activities on this tour, from river rafting to wildlife safaris and mountain views.
Itinerary
On arrival at the Tribhuvan International Airport, you will be greeted by a representative from Destination Nepal Tours & Travels Pvt. Ltd. You will then be transferred to your hotel in Kathmandu. Depending on your arrival time, you can explore the city on your own or relax at your hotel.
Accommodation:
- Hotel [1 Night]
Meals Included:
- There are no Meals included on this day
After breakfast, drive around [210 km-5-6 hrs] to Pokhara, passing through valleys, rivers, terrace fields and some spectacular views of the Himalayan ranges.
Today evening free time to explore around Lake side [around Phewa Lake]
Accommodation:
- Hotel [1 Night]
Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Early morning drive to Sarangkot [1700m/5577ft] for sunrise and close-up view of Annapurna & Fishtail Mountain range
You will get a early morning wakeup call from the reception as we need to drive 12 km from the city of Pokhara to see the sunrise and the Annapurna and the Dhaulagiri range.
After breakfast, Half day city tour of Bindabasini temple, Davis fall, Gupteswori Mahadev cave, Tibetan refugee camp & Seti gorge
Your city guide will come to receive you after breakfast and drive towards the Davis fall, named after a Swiss coupled washed away by the waterfall in 1961. Then cross the road and go to the Gupteshwor cave with a self created statue of Lord shiva and the view of Davis fall coming down from the other side. A 5 minutes walk from the Gupteshwor cave is the Tibetan refugee camp where you can see Tibetan refugees doing different kinds of work for livelihood such as making carpets, making jewelries with semi precious stones and selling things to tourist. After spending some time to understand Tibet and its political conditions in the area we head towards the Bindabasini temple and the Seti river gorge.
Evening Visit World Peace Stupa/Pumdikot Shiva Temple
Free time for adventure activities or self visit around Lake Side [Around Phewa Lake]
Accommodation:
- Hotel [1 Night]
Meals Included:
- Breakfast
After breakfast, drive to Damauli [51 km- around 2hr]
Full day rafting [35 km rafting]
Accommodation:
- Tent [1 Night]
Meals Included:
- Breakfast, lunch & dinner
After breakfast at the beach camp
Rafting start from Saranghat
Rafting end at the Gai Ghat
After lunch, drive around 1-2 hrs to Chitwan. After arriving and settling in, you will be introduced to the camp staff and resident naturalists who will discuss the program. There is some flexibility, and activities may vary depending on the time of the year, and on wildlife movements. A late-afternoon safari will take you through forests and across grasslands to observe the varied and exciting wildlife in the park. In the early evening the local Tharu dance troupe may perform a cultural program. You will then enjoy dinner and afterwards you will be free to relax in the bar and discuss the day’s sightings or listen to the exotic sounds of the jungle at night.
Activities Includes:
- Elephant safari or Jeep Safari (depend on Resort location)
- Tharu Village tour
- Tharu cultural dance presentation s or a slide show presentation
Accommodation:
- Hotel/lodge/Resort [1 Night]
Meals Included:
- Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Embark on an early-morning excursion. This could include either another safari to different parts of the park (in search of the great rhino, deer, and exotic bird life) or joining one of the other activities available in the park. Tiger sightings are rare these days, but these magnificent animals do inhabit the park. After breakfast you will leave the lodge and go on a dugout canoe adventure on the Rapti River. This is an exciting trip with chances to view marsh mugger crocodiles and various birds that inhabit the riverbanks. A program will be organized for the rest of the day, and may include further excursions by jeep or a visit to one of the nearby villages.
Activities Includes:
- Bird watching
- Elephant Safari or Jeep Safari (depend on Resort location)
- Elephant Breeding Centre or Crocodile Breeding Centre (depend on Resort location)
- Tharu cultural dance presentation or a slide show presentation.
Accommodation:
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Hotel/lodge/Resort [1 Night]
Meals Included:
- Breakfast, lunch & dinner
After breakfast, drive to Nagarkot 210km-5-6hrs];
Accommodation:
- Hotel [1 Night]
Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Wake up early to see the sunrise on the Himalayan ranges including Mount Everest.
After breakfast, full day sightseeing tour of Bhaktapur durbar square, Boudhanath stupa & Pashupatinath temple
Bhaktapur Durbar Square, a well preserved fine UNESCO world heritage site where you will witness the 55-window palace, the Golden Gate, Nyatapole temple, stone temple and many more. Bouddhanath is one of the largest stupas in the world, and one of the holiest Buddhist pilgrimage and tourist destinations in Kathmandu. The area of Boudhnath is also famous for over 50 Tibetan Gompas or monasteries. Pashupatinath Temple is one of the most sacred pilgrimage sites for Hindus all over the world.
Accommodation:
- Hotel [1 Night]
Optional Activities:
- Nepali dinner with a live cultural show at the Nepali restaurant [complimentary]
Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Today is your last day in the highest country on earth.
Breakfast at the hotel
Free time until departure
Transfer to the international airport for final departure (Or stay longer for short tours - ask us)
We hope you had a magical experience in the Himalayas and we hope to see you again soon.
Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Includes
- Airport pick up & drop by comfortable private air-conditional vehicle
- All tours & transfer as per the given itinerary by comfortable private air-conditional vehicle
- Sightseeing tours in Kathmandu with an English speaking trained, professional guide
- Pokhara city tour and Sarangkot Sunrise tour with an English speaking local guide
- Naturalist guide, program as mention in itinerary and entrance fees in Chitwan
- All applicable monument entrance fees
- All government and local taxes
- Daily buffet breakfast in all hotels
- Daily Buffet breakfast, lunch & dinner in Chitwan
- Daily Buffet breakfast, lunch & dinner in Rafting day
- All accommodation in the mention hotel
Excludes
- Nepal Visa fees & International airfare
- Tips for driver & guide [It is not compulsory but recommended]
- Meals [Lunch & dinner: US$ 10-20 per lunch/dinner]
- Personal expenses such as insurance, medical charges, laundry, shopping, liquor etc
- Cost arising by flight cancellation/road blockades/landslides/emergency evacuation and reasons beyond our control
EPE (Estimated Personal Expenses)
The daily expenses per person listed below are based on market estimates and can vary slightly depending on the hotels, shops, and restaurants you choose, as well as your spending habits. We recommend using services outside of hotels, such as local restaurants, department stores, and markets, to save money.
Upon your arrival in Nepal, we will guide you on how to save money during your tour. This information is provided to help you estimate your tour budget.
| Package Category | Lunch, dinner & Water |
|---|---|
| Luxury | US$ 60-70 Per person per night |
| Comfort | US$ 50-60 Per person per night |
| Standard | US$ 40-50 Per person per night |
| Budget | US$ 30-40 Per person per night |
Informations
GENERAL INFORMATION
TIPPING
Tips are appreciated by your support team after the trip. Tips are not mandatory in Nepal but recommended. The amount depends on your budget and appreciation of their work. Where restaurant meals are involved, the tipping is usually 10% of the bill. We would like to request all travelers to give tips separately for driver & guide. Our suggestion is US$ 5 per day by per tourist to driver if same driver is there for whole trip & US$ 10 per day to guide.
VISA
All visitors except the Indian nationals must hold passport and valid visa. Visa can be obtained at the Nepalese diplomatic missions and consulates abroad. Visa is also issued at the entry points. It can be extended at the Department of Immigration, Bhrikutimandap, Kathmandu. Children under 10 years need not pay any visa fee. People willing to get entry Visa at the airport or any of the land entry points are required to fill a visa form with passport photograph. So, please download form from the link below (visa form) and get ready while you are passing through the immigration Point. Only People of these countries do not get visa on arrival at the immigration entry points of Nepal: - Nigeria, Ghana, Zimbabwe, Swaziland, Cameroon, Somalia, Liberia, Ethiopia, Iraq, and Palestine, Afghanistan. For more and updated information: Click here
VISA FEES
15 Days: 30 US$
30 Days: 50 US$
90 Days: 125 US$
Additional 25 USD for a multiple re-entry facility
Tourist Visa Extension
* Visa extension fee for 15 days or less is US $ 45 or equivalent convertible currency and visa extension fee for more than 15 days is US$ 3 per day. 5 USD per day as late fine in the case of delay
* Tourist visa can be extended for a maximum period of 150 days in a single visa year (January – December).
Gratis Visa is issued free of cost in case of following categories of Visa applicants:
Children below 10 years (except US citizens)
Up to 30 days for SAARC Citizen (except Afghanistan) visiting Nepal for the first time in a given visa year. Afghan citizens are eligible for Gratis Visa on Arrival only upon the recommendation of Department of Immigration. If you are an Afghan citizen, you can request concerned institution inviting you to Nepal for necessary paperwork with Department of Immigration to get you Gratis Visa ‘On Arrival’.
Non-Residential Nepali (NRN) card holder (issued by MOFA /Nepali diplomatic missions abroad)
Chinese Nationals
Diplomatic/Official passport holders for diplomatic/official visits
PASSPORT AND VISAS:
You must carry a valid passport and have obtained all of the appropriate visas, permits and certificates for the countries in which you will visit during your trip. Your passport must be valid for six months beyond the duration of the trip. It is your responsibility to ensure that you are in possession of the correct visas, permits and certificates for your trip; please refer to the Trip Notes for details. We are not responsible if you are refused entry to a country because you lack the correct passport, visa or other travel documentation.
BOOKING CONDITIONS
Your booking will be confirmed by email once we receive your deposit of 40% of total trip cost & the balance 60% of total trip cost after on arrival in Kathmandu.
CANCELATION
In case of cancellation by the Traveller, the Agency has the right to charge a percentage cancellation fee according to the following scale:
Up to 30 days before the “Trip Start Day” a fee of 20%
15-29 days before the “Trip Start Day” a fee of 30%
7-14 days before the “Trip Start Day” a fee of 60%
6 or less days until the “Trip Start Day” and in the event of non-appearance a fees of 90%
For trip postpone, we will not take any charges
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