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Valley, Lake and Forest

Eight nights exploring Kathmandu, relaxing by the lake and spotting wildlife in Chitwan.

  1. 1Kathmandu
  2. 2Pokhara
  3. 3Chitwan

From, per person~US$1,150

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Best Feb to Apr and Oct, Nov

By @snuckUpdated 11 November 2026

Spend eight nights exploring Kathmandu's historic streets, relaxing by Pokhara's lake and staying at a comfortable wildlife lodge in Chitwan. Private transfers, two short flights and plenty of afternoon free time make room to rest, with a safari led by a wildlife guide as a highlight.

Length
8 nights
Route
Kathmandu, Pokhara, Chitwan…
Best time
Feb to Apr and Oct, Nov
Ideal for
Families and couples exploring Nepal for the first time

Why you'll love it

  1. Explore Patan's courtyards with a private guide
  2. Spend three relaxed nights beside Phewa Lake
  3. Enjoy a private boat ride and mountain sunrise
  4. Explore Chitwan by jeep with a wildlife guide
  5. Stay two nights in a premium jungle lodge
  6. Return to Kathmandu before your international departure

Day by day

  1. Day 1

    Welcome to Kathmandu

    Meet your driver and settle into a quiet hotel with a garden or courtyard. Keep the afternoon free, with a short walk nearby if you feel like going out.

    • Stay: Premium hotel with traditional design in Lazimpat, Kathmandu
    • Getting there: Private airport transfer, about 30–60 minutes

  2. Day 2

    Patan and Boudhanath

    Explore Patan with a private guide in the morning, with time to browse small craft shops. Take your time over lunch, then visit Boudhanath and walk around the stupa before returning to your hotel.

    • Stay: Premium hotel with traditional design in Lazimpat, Kathmandu
    • Getting there: Private car between visits, about 2–3 hours of driving in total, depending on traffic

  3. Day 3

    Arrive by the Lake

    Fly to Pokhara and check into your hotel near Phewa Lake. Rest during the afternoon, then take a private boat ride with a boatman.

    • Stay: Premium 4–5 star hotel near Phewa Lake, Pokhara
    • Getting there: Flight, about 25–30 minutes; allow 3–4 hours in total for private transfers and airport checks

  4. Day 4

    Mountains Before Breakfast

    Drive to Sarangkot before sunrise for a chance to see the mountains in the early light. Return for breakfast, then relax at the hotel, visit lakeside cafés or take a gentle walk.

    • Stay: Premium 4–5 star hotel near Phewa Lake, Pokhara
    • Getting there: Private car to Sarangkot, about 40–60 minutes each way

  5. Day 5

    A Gentle Pokhara Day

    After breakfast, drive into the hills above the lake for a short guided walk at a speed that suits you. Return for lunch and keep the afternoon free.

    • Stay: Premium 4–5 star hotel near Phewa Lake, Pokhara
    • Getting there: Private car, about 1–2 hours for the return journey; optional gentle walk, 1–2 hours

  6. Day 6

    Drive to Chitwan

    Leave after breakfast for Chitwan, with stops for lunch and toilet breaks. Settle into your lodge, then meet its wildlife guide to learn about the nearby forest and the next day's activities.

    • Stay: Premium wildlife lodge in the buffer zone around Chitwan's park
    • Getting there: Private air-conditioned vehicle, about 5–7 hours including stops; roadworks can make the journey longer

  7. Day 7

    Look for Chitwan Wildlife

    Take a jeep safari with a wildlife guide and look for rhinos, deer and birds, enjoying whatever you spot. Rest at the lodge after lunch, then take a gentle birdwatching walk in an approved area outside the main park.

    • Stay: Premium wildlife lodge in the buffer zone around Chitwan's park
    • Getting there: Private safari jeep, about 3–4 hours; short lodge transfers as needed

  8. Day 8

    Back to Kathmandu

    Have a quiet breakfast, then drive to Bharatpur airport for your flight to Kathmandu. Check into your hotel and spend the afternoon shopping or resting.

    • Stay: Premium hotel with traditional design in Lazimpat, Kathmandu
    • Getting there: Private transfer to Bharatpur, about 45–90 minutes; flight, about 20–25 minutes; Kathmandu transfer, 30–60 minutes

  9. Day 9

    Breakfast and Departure

    Have breakfast at the hotel and relax if there is time before you leave. Your private driver takes you to the airport for your flight home.

    • Getting there: Private airport transfer, about 30–60 minutes; arrive around three hours before departure

Where you'll stay

  1. 2 nights · days 1 to 2Premium hotel with traditional design in Lazimpat, Kathmandu
  2. 3 nights · days 3 to 5Premium 4–5 star hotel near Phewa Lake, Pokhara
  3. 2 nights · days 6 to 7Premium wildlife lodge in the buffer zone around Chitwan's park
  4. 1 night · day 8Premium hotel with traditional design in Lazimpat, Kathmandu

When to go

  1. Jan
  2. Febgood time to go
  3. Margood time to go
  4. Aprgood time to go
  5. May
  6. Jun
  7. Jul
  8. Aug
  9. Sep
  10. Octgood time to go
  11. Novgood time to go
  12. Dec

Best from Feb to Apr and Oct, Nov. Other months work too; we'll tell you what to expect for your dates.

Included

  • Eight nights in premium hotels and a wildlife lodge
  • A room shared by two people and breakfast each day
  • Lunches and dinners during the two-night Chitwan stay
  • Kathmandu–Pokhara and Bharatpur–Kathmandu economy flights
  • Standard baggage allowance on domestic flights
  • Private air-conditioned road transfers and transport for listed visits
  • Private guide for historic sites and listed entry fees
  • Private Phewa Lake boat ride and guided Pokhara walk
  • Private Chitwan jeep safari, wildlife guide and park permits
  • Guided birdwatching walk in the park's surrounding buffer zone

Not included

  • International flights
  • Lunches and dinners outside Chitwan
  • Travel insurance
  • Alcohol and minibar purchases
  • Baggage above the included allowance
  • Tips and personal expenses
  • Extra costs caused by travel disruption

Good to know

  • Starting price is an estimate per person, with two sharing a room in premium stays; premium lodge availability has a large effect on the final price.
  • Wildlife sightings are never guaranteed; park activities depend on permits, weather and which areas are open that season.
  • The Pokhara–Chitwan drive is the longest travel day; domestic-flight delays may also change the plan.

Before you go to Nepal

Capital:
Kathmandu
Language:
Nepali
Currency:
NPR

Questions

How many days is the Valley, Lake and Forest trip?

8 nights and 9 days: Kathmandu, Pokhara, Chitwan, Kathmandu.

How much does it cost?

From ₹1,08,000 per person, twin sharing, without international flights. We confirm the price for your dates.

When is the best time to go?

Feb to Apr and Oct, Nov.

What is included?

Eight nights in premium hotels and a wildlife lodge, A room shared by two people and breakfast each day, Lunches and dinners during the two-night Chitwan stay, Kathmandu–Pokhara and Bharatpur–Kathmandu economy flights, Standard baggage allowance on domestic flights, Private air-conditioned road transfers and transport for listed visits, Private guide for historic sites and listed entry fees, Private Phewa Lake boat ride and guided Pokhara walk, Private Chitwan jeep safari, wildlife guide and park permits, Guided birdwatching walk in the park's surrounding buffer zone.

What is not included?

International flights, Lunches and dinners outside Chitwan, Travel insurance, Alcohol and minibar purchases, Baggage above the included allowance, Tips and personal expenses, Extra costs caused by travel disruption.

Can the trip be changed?

Yes. A trip designer shapes the pace, stays and length with you before you book.

Make it yours.

Change the pace, the stays or the length. A trip designer shapes it with you, and we confirm the price for your dates.

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