Panorama Nepal

Flight from Germany to Kathmandu

Welcome by your tour guide and transfer to the hotel. Program introduction and dinner at a traditional Nepali restaurant.
Meals: Dinner

Today, you will explore the local Asan market, located in the heart of Nepal’s capital city. Next, you will visit the Kathesimbu Stupa, a popular site for Tibetan pilgrims and a smaller replica of the Swayambhunath Stupa. In the afternoon, you will visit its original model, the Monkey Temple Swayambhunath, featuring the famous stupa, which is the oldest and most significant Buddhist shrine. Enjoy the panoramic view of the Kathmandu Valley and the seemingly endless sea of houses in the capital.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner.

Early in the morning, you will take a spectacular panoramic flight to Mount Everest, offering breathtaking views of the eastern Himalayan range, including several 8,000-meter and 7,000-meter peaks. Each participant is guaranteed a window seat for this unique Himalayan flight experience.

After breakfast at the hotel, you will visit Bodnath, known as “Little Tibet” of Nepal. Many Tibetans who fled with the Dalai Lama in 1959 have settled here. Enjoy a tour of the impressive stupa, the most important Buddhist structure, standing approximately 36 meters tall—one of the largest of its kind. Marvel at the constant clattering of prayer wheels and observe the many Buddhist pilgrims who circle the stupa clockwise.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner.

In the morning, you will drive to Telkot and take a scenic 2-hour hike through the beautiful landscape to the Changu Narayan Hill, home to the oldest temple in the Kathmandu Valley. Afterward, you will continue your journey to Dhulikhel, near the Tibetan border. Dhulikhel is located on the Friendship Highway, which connects Kathmandu with Tibet. On a clear day, the view of the surrounding mountain landscape is breathtaking.

Today, you will go on a day hike to a hilltop where the beautiful Namobuddha Monastery is located, offering a stunning view of the wide Panchkhal Valley and the surrounding mountain range. In the afternoon, you will have the opportunity to observe or participate in a monastery ceremony with hundreds of Tibetan monks. Afterward, you can either enjoy a leisurely 2-hour walk back to your hotel with magnificent views of the Himalayas or return to Dhulikhel by vehicle.

During your drive to Kurintar, enjoy the beautiful view of the Manaslu Himal (8,156 m). You will travel along the Trisuli River, which flows from Tibet through Nepal to India. Relax by the riverside and take in the views of the plains stretching toward the Indian border, ending the day with a BBQ dinner and a campfire.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner.

After breakfast at the hotel, take a short drive and stop for photos at the riverside. You will cross the river via a suspension bridge and enjoy a gentle one-hour walk through a small village and rice fields. Continue along the Narayani River to Devghat, a sacred site for Hindus located on the banks of the holy river. This place is a center for festivals and ceremonies for both Nepalese and Indians. Here, you will visit a retirement home, offering you an insight into the daily lives of elderly people in Nepal.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner.

After breakfast, enjoy a short rickshaw ride through the Narayangarh Bazaar to experience the daily life of the locals. Observe the bustling market scene—people in the Terai lowlands cooking, cleaning, and selling goods on the streets. You can also try a small, typical local dish.

Afterward, we drive along the Marsyangdi River to Gorkha, a small, historic town located 140 km west of Kathmandu. Along the way, we take a gentle hike through an unspoiled natural paradise, where you can admire the endless terraced hills and the breathtaking landscape of the region.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

The old royal city of Gorkha is located in the heart of Nepal and is one of the most popular tourist destinations. In the morning, you will visit the main attraction of the city—the old Gorkha Palace, which sits approximately 1,000 meters above sea level and was once a residence of the king.

The afternoon is free for you to explore Gorkha at your leisure. Your hotel itself offers a beautiful viewpoint, where you can watch farmers working in the rice fields across the large valley of Gorkha. The view of the natural beauty stretches far beyond the horizon.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

On this day, you will drive along the Seti Nadi River to Hemja, a small Tibetan village that is a hidden paradise at the foot of the massive Annapurna Himalayan range, near the White River.

In the evening, you will participate in a Pooja ceremony at the monastery and share dinner with the monks. You will also spend the night at the monastery.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Early in the morning, you will participate once again in the ceremony with the monks. There is also an opportunity to join a meditation session.

After breakfast at the monastery, you will visit the local Tibetan market and the Family and Handicraft Center, where you will learn about the lifestyle of the local community and Tibetan craftsmanship.

In the afternoon, you will drive to Pokhara, where your hotel is located in a picturesque setting by Phewa Lake.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Early Morning – Half-Hour Drive to Sarangkot
Enjoy the sunrise over the mountains. Sarangkot offers a fantastic view of Phewa Lake and the Himalayan mountain range. Return to the hotel.

After breakfast, take a trip to the Devi’s Falls and the Hindu Wedding Temple.

In the morning, take a boat ride on Phewa Lake, the second-largest lake in Nepal. Surrounded by mountains and beautiful rice fields, you will glide across the water. On the way to the other side of the lake, you will pass a Hindu temple built on a small island in the middle of the lake.

If you feel like it, you can walk for an hour to the World Peace Pagoda.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner.

Today, you will drive along three different rivers on your way to Kathmandu. During the journey, you will find several small teahouses along the riverbanks, perfect for a tea or coffee break. This scenic drive is an ideal opportunity to photograph landscapes, rivers, and villages.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner.

This day is at your leisure. You can spend your time walking around the Boudhanath Stupa, where you will find several souvenir shops, small markets, and cafés to explore.

Transfer to Kathmandu Airport for your flight back to Germany.

Meals: Breakfast.