Highlights of Nepal

Assistance on arrival at international airport.

On arrival, once you have completed Immigration formalities and collected your baggage, please proceed to the arrival lounge. TOTAL HOLIDAY OPTIONS executive will meet you holding a placard to greet, who will assist you with a transfer to your accommodation.

Travel to Chitwan

Today we travel to Chitwan located at the foot of the Himalayas, Chitwan, a UNESCO World Heritage Site is one of the few undisturbed areas of the Terai region which formerly extended over the foothills of India and Nepal, with its very rich flora and fauna. Home to one of the last populations of single-horned Asiatic rhinoceros and is also one of the last refuges of the Bengal tiger. Chitwan can be explored on a jeep safari or on a silent canoe ride to catch wildlife by surprise or take a jungle walk accompanied by an experienced naturalist.

Check in at hotel and relax

On arrival Chitwan, check in at your accommodation and spend rest of the day at leisure to enjoy hotels' amenities or for your own activity.

Shared jeep safari followed by visit to local village

Morning we enjoy the jeep safari at the Royal Chitwan National Park, Nepal’s oldest national park. Established in 1973, this park covers an area of 932 km² and is located in the subtropical Inner Terai lowlands of south-central Nepal. All wildlife activities are escorted by an experienced naturalist who will share knowledge about the natural world. The park is one of the last refuges of the endangered one-horned Indian rhino and there are sizable populations of tigers and leopards. Thereafter, experience the boat ride down the Narayani River which provides you an opportunity of viewing the Gharial crocodiles as well as the mugger crocodiles and varieties of water birds. Afternoon, enjoy another jeep safari into the Royal Chitwan National Park. Conclude your day with a visit to Tharu village where we visit the home of the Indigenous People and experience their lifestyle and living cultures.

Travel to Kathmandu

Today we travel to Kathmandu enjoying the panoramic view of the Himalayan ranges. Kathmandu is a gruelling adventure of the senses. From its sprawling Thamel neighbourhood with hip bars, electric nightclubs and cosy cafes to its iconic Buddhist and Hindu temples there are many things to see and do that will leave you feeling both amazed and rejuvenated.

Check in at hotel

On arrival in Kathmandu, Check-in at the hotel with rest of the day at leisure to relax at the hotel and enjoy the amenities or explore the surrounding area on your own.

Sightseeing tour visiting Kathmandu Durbar Square, Patan Durbar Square, followed by Bhaktapur excursion

Start the sightseeing visiting Kathmandu Durbar Square, which is a wondrous cluster of ancient temples, palaces and streets. Thereafter proceed to Patan City, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This ancient living place is renowned for its spectacular craftsmanship by skilled artisans and remains unparalleled in its display of Newari architecture and exquisite collection of both pagoda and Hindu style temples and palaces. Besides the old Royal Palace, here is 17th-century Krishna Mandir, noted for rare stone carvings on its walls. Other landmarks within the Square are Tusha-hity (water spout), Sundari Chowk, Keshav Narayan Chowk. Conclude your day with visit to Bhaktapur, an ancient city housing unique culture, tradition, arts and finest craftsmanship. Bhaktapur is a completely medieval world with well-preserved temples and monuments, the peasants and artisans. The major sightseeing places are The Durbar square, the Golden Gate, Palace of 55 windows, 5 storied Nyatapola Temple etc.

Kathmandu departure

Morning check-out and assisted departure transfer to Kathmandu airport to board the flight for onward destination.