Destinations Covered : Kathmandu-Pokhara-Bandipur-Chitwan-Lumbini-Kathmandu
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Arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport
Upon arrival, you’ll be greeted by a Offbeat representative and transferred to your hotel in Kathmandu. After check-in, enjoy some leisure time to relax.
Kathmandu Overview
Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal, lies in the heart of the Kathmandu Valley, which covers 360 square kilometers at an altitude of 1,336 meters. A city rich in history and culture, it is surrounded by green hills dotted with terraced fields and tile-roofed houses. Kathmandu is a melting pot of ethnicities, particularly the Newar people, known for their contributions to the city's art and cultural heritage.
Legend of the Kathmandu Valley
The valley was once a lake until the Bodhisattva Manjushri is said to have drained it by cutting through the hills with his sword, making it habitable for the first settlers.
Overnight in Kathmandu
Early Morning: Mountain Flight to Everest
Take a scenic one-hour mountain flight for an awe-inspiring view of Mount Everest and other majestic peaks. You'll fly deep into the Himalayas, getting as close as five nautical miles from Everest.
Breakfast at the hotel
Kathmandu Durbar Square
Explore the heart of Kathmandu, Durbar Square, where ancient palaces, temples, and courtyards abound. The square, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, still bears signs of the 2015 earthquake, but restoration is underway. Highlights include the Taleju Bhawani Temple, Hanuman Dhoka (the old royal palace), and the Temple of the Living Goddess, Kumari.
Experience: A walking tour through Ason Market, a vibrant local bazaar.
Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple)
Perched on a hilltop, this 2,500-year-old stupa is a symbol of Kathmandu’s spiritual heritage. It offers panoramic views of the valley and is known for the colorful prayer flags fluttering in the breeze. This is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Experience: Interact with Tibetan monks and pilgrims performing rituals at the monastery.
Boudhanath Stupa
One of the largest spherical stupas in Nepal, Boudhanath is a major pilgrimage site for Buddhists. Surrounding the stupa are over 50 monasteries.
Experience: Interact with monks, receive blessings with a Khada (a ceremonial silk scarf), and visit a Thanka painting gallery.
Pashupatinath Temple
End your day at Pashupatinath, Nepal’s holiest Hindu shrine. This vast temple complex is an important center of spirituality, rituals, and culture. Also a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it is set on the banks of the sacred Bagmati River.
Overnight in Kathmandu
Patan Durbar Square
Visit Patan, known for its fine arts and architecture. The UNESCO-listed Patan Durbar Square features temples, courtyards, and the Royal Palace Museum. Watch artisans working on traditional crafts in courtyards.
Experience: Witness a Singing Bowl Therapy session, an ancient Tibetan practice known for its relaxing and healing effects.
Bhaktapur
Continue to Bhaktapur, a beautifully preserved medieval city. Stroll through the Durbar Square and visit iconic structures like the 55 Window Palace, Golden Gate, and Nyatapola Temple.
Overnight in Kathmandu
Morning Sound Healing Session
Begin the day with a powerful hour-long singing bowl sound healing session to relax your mind and body.
Transfer to Pokhara
After the session, head to Kathmandu airport for a flight to Pokhara, the gateway to the Annapurna Circuit. Pokhara is known for its serene lakes and stunning mountain views.
Overnight in Pokhara
Morning City Tour
Explore Pokhara, starting with Devi's Fall and the sacred Gupteshwor Cave, both natural wonders. Also visit the Seti Gorge, carved out by the Seti River.
Afternoon Boat Ride
Take a boat ride on Phewa Lake, the second-largest lake in Nepal. Visit the Tal Barahi Temple in the middle of the lake.
Free Walk
Later, enjoy a leisurely stroll through Lakeside, the vibrant tourist hub of Pokhara.
Overnight in Pokhara
Damsadi Village Hike
Embark on a hike to Damsadi Village, offering stunning views of the Annapurna and Manaslu ranges. Cross the 224m long Damsadi Suspension Bridge before descending back to Pokhara.
Afternoon: International Mountain Museum
Visit the International Mountain Museum, showcasing Nepal's ethnic groups, mountaineers, and the history of Himalayan expeditions.
Overnight in Pokhara
Overnight in Bandipur
Siddha Gufa Cave
Trek to Siddha Gufa, Nepal's largest cave, filled with fascinating stalactites and stalagmites.
Bindebasini Temple & Thani Mai Temple
Visit Bindebasini Temple, followed by a hike to Thani Mai Temple for a 360-degree view of the Himalayas and Bandipur town.
Overnight in Bandipur
Overnight in Chitwan
Morning Jungle Safari
Embark on a thrilling Jeep safari through Chitwan’s dense forests to spot wildlife such as rhinos, deer, and possibly the elusive Bengal tiger.
Cultural Tour & Tharu Dance
Visit a local Tharu village to learn about the indigenous culture. In the evening, enjoy a vibrant Tharu folk dance performance.
Overnight in Chitwan
Day 12: Lumbini
After breakfast, embark on a sightseeing tour of Lumbini, the sacred birthplace of Lord Buddha and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Developed under a master plan covering 6 km by 2 km, Lumbini holds profound historical and spiritual significance. Begin your tour at the 'New Tourist Village,' followed by a visit to the iconic World Peace Pagoda and the Lumbini Museum.The Japan Peace Stupa, also known as the World Peace Pagoda, is an early 21st-century monument symbolizing global peace. It is a significant landmark in Lumbini and is part of the pilgrimage-focused master plan, designed to introduce Buddhism and promote spiritual purification through the monastic zone. Monasteries representing Mahayana and Theravada Buddhism are spread throughout the area, each offering unique insights into Buddhist practices.Explore the Lumbini Museum, located within the UNESCO-protected Sacred Garden Area, which showcases over 12,000 artifacts, including ancient religious manuscripts, metal sculptures, terracotta figures, coins from the Maurya and Kushana dynasties, and stamps from around the world, all related to Lumbini's history.Conclude your visit with a trip to the Maya Devi Temple, which houses the 'Marker Stone,' a statue of the nativity scene, and ancient temple ruins dating from the 3rd century BCE to the 12th century CE. The Maya Devi Temple is revered as the birthplace of Gautama Buddha, while the Ashoka Pillar, erected by Emperor Ashoka in the 3rd century, still stands, bearing inscriptions commemorating his pilgrimage to Buddha's birthplace.
Overnight in Lumbini
Day 13: Lumbini to Kathmandu
After breakfast, check out from your hotel and transfer to Lumbini Airport for your flight to Kathmandu.
Overnight in Kathmandu
Day 14: Departure from Kathmandu
After breakfast, check out from your hotel and transfer to Kathmandu International Airport for your onward international flight. Please arrive at the airport at least three hours prior to your departure time.
Arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport
Upon arrival, you’ll be greeted by a Offbeat representative and transferred to your hotel in Kathmandu. After check-in, enjoy some leisure time to relax.
Kathmandu Overview
Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal, lies in the heart of the Kathmandu Valley, which covers 360 square kilometers at an altitude of 1,336 meters. A city rich in history and culture, it is surrounded by green hills dotted with terraced fields and tile-roofed houses. Kathmandu is a melting pot of ethnicities, particularly the Newar people, known for their contributions to the city's art and cultural heritage.
Legend of the Kathmandu Valley
The valley was once a lake until the Bodhisattva Manjushri is said to have drained it by cutting through the hills with his sword, making it habitable for the first settlers.
Overnight in Kathmandu
Early Morning: Mountain Flight to Everest
Take a scenic one-hour mountain flight for an awe-inspiring view of Mount Everest and other majestic peaks. You'll fly deep into the Himalayas, getting as close as five nautical miles from Everest.
Breakfast at the hotel
Kathmandu Durbar Square
Explore the heart of Kathmandu, Durbar Square, where ancient palaces, temples, and courtyards abound. The square, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, still bears signs of the 2015 earthquake, but restoration is underway. Highlights include the Taleju Bhawani Temple, Hanuman Dhoka (the old royal palace), and the Temple of the Living Goddess, Kumari.
Experience: A walking tour through Ason Market, a vibrant local bazaar.
Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple)
Perched on a hilltop, this 2,500-year-old stupa is a symbol of Kathmandu’s spiritual heritage. It offers panoramic views of the valley and is known for the colorful prayer flags fluttering in the breeze. This is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Experience: Interact with Tibetan monks and pilgrims performing rituals at the monastery.
Boudhanath Stupa
One of the largest spherical stupas in Nepal, Boudhanath is a major pilgrimage site for Buddhists. Surrounding the stupa are over 50 monasteries.
Experience: Interact with monks, receive blessings with a Khada (a ceremonial silk scarf), and visit a Thanka painting gallery.
Pashupatinath Temple
End your day at Pashupatinath, Nepal’s holiest Hindu shrine. This vast temple complex is an important center of spirituality, rituals, and culture. Also a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it is set on the banks of the sacred Bagmati River.
Overnight in Kathmandu
Patan Durbar Square
Visit Patan, known for its fine arts and architecture. The UNESCO-listed Patan Durbar Square features temples, courtyards, and the Royal Palace Museum. Watch artisans working on traditional crafts in courtyards.
Experience: Witness a Singing Bowl Therapy session, an ancient Tibetan practice known for its relaxing and healing effects.
Bhaktapur
Continue to Bhaktapur, a beautifully preserved medieval city. Stroll through the Durbar Square and visit iconic structures like the 55 Window Palace, Golden Gate, and Nyatapola Temple.
Overnight in Kathmandu
Morning Sound Healing Session
Begin the day with a powerful hour-long singing bowl sound healing session to relax your mind and body.
Transfer to Pokhara
After the session, head to Kathmandu airport for a flight to Pokhara, the gateway to the Annapurna Circuit. Pokhara is known for its serene lakes and stunning mountain views.
Overnight in Pokhara
Morning City Tour
Explore Pokhara, starting with Devi's Fall and the sacred Gupteshwor Cave, both natural wonders. Also visit the Seti Gorge, carved out by the Seti River.
Afternoon Boat Ride
Take a boat ride on Phewa Lake, the second-largest lake in Nepal. Visit the Tal Barahi Temple in the middle of the lake.
Free Walk
Later, enjoy a leisurely stroll through Lakeside, the vibrant tourist hub of Pokhara.
Overnight in Pokhara
Damsadi Village Hike
Embark on a hike to Damsadi Village, offering stunning views of the Annapurna and Manaslu ranges. Cross the 224m long Damsadi Suspension Bridge before descending back to Pokhara.
Afternoon: International Mountain Museum
Visit the International Mountain Museum, showcasing Nepal's ethnic groups, mountaineers, and the history of Himalayan expeditions.
Overnight in Pokhara
Overnight in Bandipur
Siddha Gufa Cave
Trek to Siddha Gufa, Nepal's largest cave, filled with fascinating stalactites and stalagmites.
Bindebasini Temple & Thani Mai Temple
Visit Bindebasini Temple, followed by a hike to Thani Mai Temple for a 360-degree view of the Himalayas and Bandipur town.
Overnight in Bandipur
Overnight in Chitwan
Morning Jungle Safari
Embark on a thrilling Jeep safari through Chitwan’s dense forests to spot wildlife such as rhinos, deer, and possibly the elusive Bengal tiger.
Cultural Tour & Tharu Dance
Visit a local Tharu village to learn about the indigenous culture. In the evening, enjoy a vibrant Tharu folk dance performance.
Overnight in Chitwan
Day 12: Lumbini
After breakfast, embark on a sightseeing tour of Lumbini, the sacred birthplace of Lord Buddha and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Developed under a master plan covering 6 km by 2 km, Lumbini holds profound historical and spiritual significance. Begin your tour at the 'New Tourist Village,' followed by a visit to the iconic World Peace Pagoda and the Lumbini Museum.The Japan Peace Stupa, also known as the World Peace Pagoda, is an early 21st-century monument symbolizing global peace. It is a significant landmark in Lumbini and is part of the pilgrimage-focused master plan, designed to introduce Buddhism and promote spiritual purification through the monastic zone. Monasteries representing Mahayana and Theravada Buddhism are spread throughout the area, each offering unique insights into Buddhist practices.Explore the Lumbini Museum, located within the UNESCO-protected Sacred Garden Area, which showcases over 12,000 artifacts, including ancient religious manuscripts, metal sculptures, terracotta figures, coins from the Maurya and Kushana dynasties, and stamps from around the world, all related to Lumbini's history.Conclude your visit with a trip to the Maya Devi Temple, which houses the 'Marker Stone,' a statue of the nativity scene, and ancient temple ruins dating from the 3rd century BCE to the 12th century CE. The Maya Devi Temple is revered as the birthplace of Gautama Buddha, while the Ashoka Pillar, erected by Emperor Ashoka in the 3rd century, still stands, bearing inscriptions commemorating his pilgrimage to Buddha's birthplace.
Overnight in Lumbini
Day 13: Lumbini to Kathmandu
After breakfast, check out from your hotel and transfer to Lumbini Airport for your flight to Kathmandu.
Overnight in Kathmandu
Day 14: Departure from Kathmandu
After breakfast, check out from your hotel and transfer to Kathmandu International Airport for your onward international flight. Please arrive at the airport at least three hours prior to your departure time.