From the Ghats of Varanasi to the Himalayan Temples of Kathmandu
Bathed in the Ganga, blessed by Buddha, and embraced by the Himalayas – a journey of faith, culture, and connection.
This 12-day spiritual and cultural pilgrimage combines the holy essence of India and Nepal. Begin in Varanasi, the eternal city of Lord Shiva, witness the confluence at Prayagraj, and step into the peace of Buddha’s birthplace in Lumbini. Continue your journey into the natural wonders of Pokhara and Chitwan, before reaching the spiritual peaks of Kathmandu and Nagarkot. This is a soul-stirring experience, ideal for pilgrims, seekers, and nature lovers alike.
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Destination
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Day 1:Arrival in Varanasi & Sarnath Visit
- Arrival at Varanasi Station/Airport; transfer to hotel and check-in
- Visit Sarnath: Buddha Temples, Dhamek Stupa, Chaukhandi Stupa
- Evening Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat
- Overnight stay in Varanasi
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Day 2:Varanasi Temple Tour & Boat Ride
- Early morning holy bath in the Ganges and optional boat ride
- Visit:
- Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple
- Annapurna Temple, Bharat Mata Temple
- Overnight stay in Varanasi
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Day 3: Excursion to Prayagraj (Triveni Sangam)
- After breakfast, drive to Prayagraj
- Visit:
- Triveni Sangam, Anand Bhawan, Akbar Fort, Khusro Bagh
- Return to Varanasi by evening
- Overnight stay in Varanasi
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Day 4:Varanasi to Gorakhpur
- Breakfast and hotel check-out
- Drive to Gorakhpur
- Evening at leisure or explore Gorakhnath Temple
- Overnight stay in Gorakhpur
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Day 5:Gorakhpur – Sunauli Border – Lumbini – Pokhara
- Transfer to Sunauli border; meet Nepal representative
- En route visit to Lumbini – birthplace of Lord Buddha
- Maya Devi Temple, Ashoka Pillar, Sacred Garden
- (Border crossing formalities & customs, direct payment if any)
- Continue to Pokhara
- Overnight stay in Pokhara
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Day 6:Pokhara Local Sightseeing
- After breakfast, 3-hour sightseeing tour:
- Davis Falls, Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave, Bindhyabasini Temple
- Tal Barahi Temple (Boating optional on Fewa Lake)
- Rest of the day at leisure
- Overnight stay in Pokhara
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Day 7:Pokhara to Chitwan (Approx. 200 km | 6 hrs)
- Drive to Chitwan National Park
- Check-in, lunch & briefing on jungle activities
- Tharu Village Tour & Tharu Cultural Dance Show in the evening
- Overnight stay in Chitwan
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Day 8:Chitwan Jungle Safari & Nature Activities
- Early morning:
- Canoe Ride, Bird Watching, Jungle Walk, Elephant Breeding Center
- Afternoon:
- Jeep Safari or Elephant Safari (subject to availability)
- Sunset by Rapti River and dinner at the resort
- Overnight stay in Chitwan
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Day 9:Chitwan to Kathmandu (Approx. 180 km | 6–7 hrs)
- Breakfast and departure to Kathmandu
- Evening at leisure: Shopping, casino visit, or stroll in Thamel
- Overnight stay in Kathmandu
10
Day 10:Kathmandu Temple Tour + Nagarkot Sunset Drive
- Sightseeing:
- Pashupatinath Temple, Guhyeshwari Temple, Durbar Marg
- Swayambhunath Stupa (Monkey Temple)
- Afternoon drive to Nagarkot (35 km) for Himalayan sunset views
- Return to Kathmandu
- Overnight stay in Kathmandu
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Day 11:Nagarkot Exploration & Leisure Day
- After breakfast, explore Nagarkot and surrounding scenic viewpoints
- Return to hotel; rest of day free for personal time
- Overnight stay in Kathmandu
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Day 12:Departure from Kathmandu
- Breakfast and check-out
- Transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport for onward journey
- Tour ends with sacred blessings and scenic memories
