Golden Circle Trip

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Touring around the most popular cities in Nepal. Golden circle guides you to the four most important and famous cities: Kathmandu, Pokhara, Chitwan and Lumbini. Golden circle trip starts with the ancient city - Kathmandu, then proceeds to the city of lakes - Pokhara, then goes through the oldest national park in Nepal - Chitwan and finally, steps to the birt...
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

    • The Golden Loop itinerary comprises heritage, culture, relaxation, jungle activities, and religious sites.
    • The word 'Chitwan' means 'Heart of the Jungle.'
    • Approximately two-thirds of the globally threatened species of birds are found in Chitwan National Park. There have been as many as 543 different bird species recorded in the park.
    • Mt Machhapuchhre, Annapurna Himalaya Range, Nilgiri along with 20 other beautiful mountains and a total of nine lakes including Phewa and Begnas can be observed in the vicinity of Pokhara.

What's this trip about?

    Touring around the most popular cities in Nepal. Golden circle guides you to the four most important and famous cities: Kathmandu, Pokhara, Chitwan and Lumbini. Golden circle trip starts with the ancient city - Kathmandu, then proceeds to the city of lakes - Pokhara, then goes through the oldest national park in Nepal - Chitwan and finally, steps to the birthplace of Gautam Buddha - Lumbini. Our tour begins from the ancient city Kathmandu sheltering plethora of diverse monuments, temples, and stupas. Kathmandu's part of golden circle trip begins with sightseeing to the popular UNESCO enlisted attractions like Swayambhunath, Pashupatinath, Bouddhanath and others. The golden circle tour then proceeds to the city of lakes- Pokhara. Our guide will take you through the must-see attractions like world peace stupa, Davis falls, Mahendra cave and others. While in there, nightlife around the lakeside is set to be an astounding experience. This city is also famous for a wide range of adrenaline-rushing adventure sports such as paragliding, parahawking, bungee jumping, zip flyer, skydiving and many more. We really recommend you to do ultra-light flight into the mountains if you are not a passionate trekker. These memories you will carry all your life! Next, we head towards Chitwan. The tour to Chitwan begins with the jungle safari around the UNESCO enlisted national park - Chitwan National Park followed by visiting Tharu cultural museum and many more. The final destination of the golden circle trip– the birthplace of Gautam Buddha, Lumbini. We visit the major attractions of the UNESCO enlisted world heritage site such as the birthplace of Buddha- Mayadevi temple, Ashoka pillar, museums and several monasteries built by different countries around the world. Travelling to four different cities in Nepal, Golden circle trip offers spectacular sceneries, a wide range of adventure activities and plenty of memories. Anyone can be a part of a tour without having to think twice about physical or age restrictions. Apart from short walks during sightseeing, there aren't any strenuous walks involved. So, if you are eager to visit three most popular destinations in one setting without having to compromise with safety and comfort then this trip is definitely for you. Golden circle trip binds adventure activities, jungle safaris with spirituality, and relaxation. Experience four different cities of Nepal in one holiday with Golden circle trip!

Details

Itinerary focusActive and Outdoor Sports
Group sizeIntimate group - max of 7 people
Age range16 years and up
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityKathmandu
End CityKathmandu

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Education / Learning
  • Local Immersion & Homestays
  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Photography

Destinations

  • Asia
  • Nepal

Activities

  • Culture
  • Educational/ learning
  • History
  • Nature
  • Photography
  • Guided Group

Trip includes

    • accommodation on a twin sharing basis with breakfast (hotel=9 nights)
    • all airport transfers on a private e-vehicle
    • Deluxe coach: Kathmandu-Pokhara-Lumbini-Chitwan-Kathmandu
    • permits for Chitwan National Park
    • guided sightseeing in Kathmandu, Pokhara and Lumbini on a private vehicle
    • activities in Chitwan
    • lunches and dinners in Chitwan
    • sim card
    • welcome dinner on the first day

Itinerary

Travel Map
DAY 1 : ARRIVAL

At the arrival section of Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, one of our representatives will be waiting to welcome you. The airport representative will explain the program upon arrival and escort you to the hotel on a private vehicle. In the evening we will...

DAY 2 : KATHMANDU SIGHTSEEING

After breakfast, our Kathmandu tour begins. Kathmandu valley is an incredibly diverse city with a breathtaking Newari culture, centuries-old Hindu and Buddhists cultural sites alongside a plethora of ancient monuments. The capital of the country and home to 7 UNESCO W...

DAY 3 : POKHARA

On this day, we head towards Pokhara early in the morning. It’s a relaxing drive of 6-7 hours along the Trishuli River and picturesque villages and hills. Upon reaching Pokhara, we can stroll around the lakeside. Overnight stay at the hotel

Meal: Breakfast Accommodation: Hotel Activities: Drive to Pokhara

DAY 4 : POKHARA SIGHTSEEING

Pokhara (city of lakes) is a beautiful city with a wide range of activities to offer. Enjoy sightseeing around the World Peace Stupa, Tal Barahi Temple, Begnas Lake and many more. We can also go for boating around Fewa Lake and enjoy the wonderful scenery. You can roa...

DAY 5 : LUMBINI

We leave for Lumbini in the morning after breakfast and arrive at around lunchtime. Free afternoon to stroll around. Overnight stay at the hotel

Meal: Breakfast Accommodation: Hotel Activities: Drive

DAY 6 : LUMBINI SIGHTSEEING

After breakfast, we visit the actual birthplace of Lord Buddha and visit the beautiful monasteries and museums. The holy site of Lumbini has ruins of ancient Palace, monasteries, a sacred Bodhi tree, the ancient bathing pond where Lord Buddha as a child took bath. The...

DAY 7 : CHITWAN

After breakfast, we head towards Chitwan National Park where we will arrive at around lunchtime. We can spend the afternoon on the river beach or canoeing with crocodiles. Overnight stay at the hotel

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Hotel/Resort Activities: Drive to Chitwan, canoeing

DAY 8 : CHITWAN EXPLORATION

We will go on a full day jungle safari in Chitwan National Park. It is the first National Park of Nepal and was previously the favourite hunting area of the Royal families. Chitwan is very popular for its rich natural biodiversity and beautiful jungles where the rare ...

DAY 9 : KATHMANDU

Early in the morning, after breakfast, we drive towards Kathmandu from Chitwan. Driving along the plains of Terai, we gradually move along the winding road enjoying the beautiful landscapes of hilly terrains and small houses on the way. After almost 6-7-hour drive, we reach Kathmandu in the evening. Overnight in Kathmandu

Meal: Breakfast Accommodation: Hotel Activities: Drive to Kathmandu

DAY 10 : DEPARTURE

Depending on your flight time you will be transferred to the airport. The airport check-in is 3 hours prior to the departure time.

Meal: Breakfast Accommodation: Activities: Airport drop off

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Price per day$116
Last Updated: 2/23/2024

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • international flights and visa fee
    • travel insurance
    • lunches and dinners in Kathmandu, Pokhara and Lumbini
    • extra accommodation because of early arrival, late departure
    • personal expenses such as mobile data, bar bills, laundry, extra activities during the day
    • tips for the team members

Accommodation

,WHAT IS THE OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATION LIKE? For nights in cities, we use standard/superior standard/deluxe rooms whereas, during the trek we use lodges/tea houses/guesthouses/home stay for our clients, and whatever is available and accessible. We also arrange sleeping bags for our clients, on their request.

Transportation & Flights

WILL SOMEBODY COME TO PICK ME UP AT THE AIRPORT UPON ARRIVAL? Yes, our representative will be there to greet you at the airport. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel by a private car/jeep. WHAT MODE OF TRANSPORTATION DO YOU USE? We use private car/jeep/van depending on the size of the group for sightseeing inside the Kathmandu Valley and transfer to Pokhara on private transportation and back.,

Transportation & flights

WILL SOMEBODY COME TO PICK ME UP AT THE AIRPORT UPON ARRIVAL? Yes, our representative will be there to greet you at the airport. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel by a private car/jeep. WHAT MODE OF TRANSPORTATION DO YOU USE? We use private car/jeep/van depending on the size of the group for sightseeing inside the Kathmandu Valley and transfer to Pokhara on private transportation and back.
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Meals Included

Breakfast: 9 Lunch: 1 Dinner: 2

Age Requirements
16 years and up
Optional Activities

Paragliding - USD $ 60 Mountain flight - USD $ 210 Rafting - USD $ 50 Mountain biking around Kathmandu Valley - USD $ 100 Cable car ride - USD $ 25 Ultra-light flight - USD $ 180 Skydiving - USD $ 850

Additional Information

WHY THIS TRIP This is a great itinerary where you can visit in a lot of Nepal’s sights and take part in thrilling activities. The best part of this itinerary is that you can cut off or add days to spend, If you want to spend an extra day somewhere, that means you will be spending 1 day less somewhere else according to your taste. For example, one day less looking at heritage sites means you can utilize the day in kayaking, trekking or relaxing.

Trip Notes •We reserve the right to change and that the program may be reversed. Things can happen that make it impossible to meet them as planned. If any meeting or plan would not be feasible, we always try to find an equivalent alternative. In Nepal, you always have a plan B and C!

•What follows is a general flow of events. Expect the unexpected and prepare to be flexible

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