Route: Kathmandu – Nagarkot – Bhaktapur – Pokhara – Chitwan – Kathmandu
Program: NKPC-8HD (08 days / 07 nights)
Hotels: 3*/4* level as per program
Day 01: Moscow – Kathmandu – Nagarkot
Arrival in Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal.
Meet and greet at the airport and transfer to the mountain resort of Nagarkot (at an altitude of about 2,150 meters).
Check in at the hotel.
Nagarkot is famous for its stunning mountain panorama. A special local feature that attracts tourists from all over the world is the opportunity to enjoy breathtaking sunrises and sunsets over the Himalayas.
Overnight stay in Nagarkot.
Day 02: Nagarkot – Bhaktapur – Kathmandu
Sunrise viewing at Nagarkot mountain. Breakfast at the hotel. Departure to Kathmandu.
Visit to the city of Bhaktapur – the ancient capital of Nepal. Excursion to the Pashupatinath and Boudhanath temple complexes.
Accommodation at the hotel.
To immerse yourself in the atmosphere and traditions of ancient Nepal, we will visit the “museum city” of Bhaktapur, which has preserved traces of royal times.
The city is filled with magnificent pagodas, and its streets are crowded with shops of craftsmen and artists.
Few people know that pagodas were originally invented in Nepal (in the 13th century AD), and from there they spread throughout Asia.
Next, we will visit the Pashupatinath Temple complex — a sacred site where Hindus perform cremation ceremonies for the deceased. Within the complex is the Pashupatinath Temple, one of the most important Hindu temples dedicated to Shiva in the world.
Following this, we will take a tour of the center of Buddhism in the Kathmandu Valley — one of the largest and most majestic Buddhist stupas, the Boudhanath Stupa (5th century AD).
Overnight stay in Kathmandu.
Day 03: Kathmandu – Pokhara
Breakfast at the hotel. After breakfast, a drive of about 7–8 hours to Pokhara, the tourist capital of Nepal.
Pokhara captivates visitors with its landscapes. From the city, you can see mountains ranging from 3,000 to 8,000 meters high (Dhaulagiri, Annapurna, and Manaslu). The valley is home to many beautiful lakes, including Phewa, Begnas, Rupa, and others.
Check in at the hotel. Overnight stay in Pokhara.
Day 04: Pokhara
Sunrise viewing at Sarangkot Hill. Breakfast at the hotel. A sightseeing tour of Pokhara. Boat ride on Phewa Lake. A stroll through the local bazaar.
Pokhara is the third-largest city in Nepal. From the city, you can see mountains ranging in height from 3,000 to 8,000 meters, and its valley is home to many beautiful lakes.
During a boat ride on the stunning Phewa Lake, we will visit the island that houses the secluded Barahi Temple.
We will also experience the power of Devi’s Waterfall and visit Gupteshwor Cave. Afterwards, we will tour the Tibetan refugee camps and visit the Bindabasini Temple.
We will finish the Pokhara excursion with a walk through the local bazaar.
Overnight stay in Pokhara.
Day 05: Pokhara – Chitwan
Breakfast at the hotel. Departure to Chitwan National Park (travel time: approx. 4–5 hours).
Check in at the hotel. Lunch at the hotel.
In the evening, enjoy dinner followed by a cultural performance by the Tharu people.
The road to Chitwan is truly impressive, offering breathtaking views of rice fields along the way.
Chitwan National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, home to over 600 plant species, 50 species of mammals, 526 species of birds, and 49 species of amphibians and reptiles.
Overnight stay in Chitwan.
Day 06: Chitwan
Breakfast at the hotel. Elephant-back jungle safari. Lunch at the hotel.
Canoe ride, visit to the elephant/crocodile breeding center, and bird watching. Dinner at the hotel.
We will track the park’s most famous residents: the one-horned rhinoceros and the royal Bengal tiger.
Overnight stay in Chitwan.
Day 07: Chitwan – Kathmandu
Breakfast at the hotel. Departure to Kathmandu (drive time with breaks: approx. 5–6 hours). Check-in at the hotel.
Optional visit (with extra charge) to the Manakamana Temple, believed to fulfill all wishes.
On the way to the hotel in Kathmandu, we will visit the Swayambhunath Stupa, one of the oldest religious sites in Nepal.
The all-seeing eyes of Buddha painted on the stupa have become a national symbol of Nepal.
A staircase of 365 steps leads up to the stupa, which offers a breathtaking panoramic view of the Kathmandu Valley.
Overnight stay in Kathmandu.
Day 08: Kathmandu – Moscow
Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to the airport. Flight to Moscow.
Program Cost per Person, USD
If travelers prefer to take domestic flights between cities (Kathmandu–Pokhara / Pokhara–Chitwan / Chitwan–Kathmandu), an additional $300 USD per person must be added.
Prices are valid until September 30, 2026.
| Hotels | Nagarkot | Kathmandu | Pokhara | Chitwan |
| 3* | Hotel Country Villa | Hotel Arts Kathmandu | Hotel Lakeside retreat | Hotel Chitwan Paradise |
| 4* | Club Himalaya Resorts | Hotel Shambala, Maya Manor Boutique Hotel | Atithi Resorts and Spa | Landmark Forest Park |
Included in the Price:
- Accommodation in double rooms at hotels
- Meals:
- In Kathmandu and Pokhara, breakfasts
- In Chitwan: three meals a day (full board)
- In Nagarkot: breakfast + dinner
- All entrance fees for the sightseeing program
- Elephant-back safari in Chitwan
- Boat ride in Pokhara
- All transfers as per the itinerary
- Cultural program and boat ride in Chitwan
- Mineral water daily on the bus
- Services of a Russian-speaking guide throughout the program
Not Included in the Price (payable on-site):
- International flight Moscow–Kathmandu–Moscow
- Nepal visa – $25 USD (requires a 3×4 cm photo and a passport valid for at least 6 months)
- Travel insurance
- Lunches and dinners (except in Chitwan)
- All other expenses not mentioned in the program
- Any additional costs arising from unforeseen circumstances, such as natural disasters
Additional (Optional):
Visit to the Manakamana “Wish-Fulfilling” Temple by cable car (round trip): $20 per person
Flight around Mount Everest by small aircraft: approx. $230
(Flight duration: 60 minutes. Price includes round-trip transportation between the hotel and the airport.
Important Notice
Dear colleagues and travelers,
The local tour operator reserves the right to partially modify the excursion program, check-in/check-out times at hotels, or accommodations, replacing them with other hotels of the same category, in case of unforeseen circumstances.