Pokhara,Manakamana ,Chitwan and Lumbini Tour- 6N/7D

 Most people think Nepal is only about climbing mountains or trekking for weeks. But here is a secret you can experience the VERY BEST of Nepal in just seven days. Mountains, temples, jungle, and the birthplace of Lord Buddha. No trekking required. No special fitness needed. Just pure magic, one incredible destination at a time.

This is the Pokhara, Manakamana, Chitwan and Lumbini Tour by Guru Travels Limited. In 2026, it remains one of the most loved Nepal tour packages among families, couples, Indian travellers, and anyone who wants a complete Nepal experience without spending months away.

Let us take you through each destination what it looks like, what you will feel there, and exactly what you will see and do.

4 Big Reasons to Book This Package

STOP 1   Days 1 & 2  The City That Will Steal Your Hear

Pokhara, Gandaki Province  ·  Mountains · Lakes · Sunrises · Adventure

Pokhara sits at 822 metres above sea level beside the beautiful Phewa Lake. It is warm, colourful, and completely unlike Kathmandu. There are no ancient temples crowded together here instead, there is a long lakeside promenade with cafes and restaurants, boat hire stalls, paragliding launch sites, and always, always, those mountains watching over everything from behind.

You will spend two days here, and two days will feel both too short and exactly right.

• Sarangkot Sunrise: Early morning drive to Sarangkot to witness one of Nepal’s most famous sunrises. As the sun rises, the Annapurna range and Machapuchare gradually glow from pink to golden.
• Annapurna Range View: Enjoy spectacular views of the Annapurna massif, including Annapurna I (8,091m), Machapuchare, Dhaulagiri, and Manaslu, visible from different parts of Pokhara.
• Phewa Lake Boat Ride: Relax with a peaceful boat ride on Phewa Lake, where the Annapurna mountains beautifully reflect on the calm water.
• Tal Barahi Temple: Visit the famous Tal Barahi Temple, a pagoda-style temple located on an island in the middle of Phewa Lake.
• Bindhyabasini Temple: One of the oldest temples in Pokhara, dedicated to Goddess Bhagwati, offering spiritual atmosphere and mountain views.

STOP 2   Day 3 (en route to Chitwan) Wish-Fulfilling Goddess

Manakamana, Gorkha District  ·  Cable Car · Sacred Temple · Mountain Views · Spiritual Darshan

Most people who visit Nepal for the first time have never heard of Manakamana before arriving. And then they visit and it becomes one of the most memorable stops of the entire trip.

Manakamana sits on a high hilltop in Gorkha District, between Pokhara and Chitwan. The only way to reach it is by cable car Nepal's first and most famous cable car which lifts you from the banks of the Trishuli River up the forested hillside in just ten minutes. As the cable car rises, the valley below opens up beneath you. You can see two rivers the Trishuli and Marsyangdi winding like silver ribbons through the gorge hundreds of metres below. And ahead, through the haze, the Manaslu and Annapurna peaks emerge.

WHAT YOU WILL SEE & EXPERIENCE

• Manakamana Cable Car :Enjoy a scenic 10-minute cable car ride from Kurintar to the hilltop, offering beautiful aerial views of the Trishuli River, green hills, and distant Himalayan peaks.
• Manakamana Devi Temple: Visit the sacred temple dedicated to Goddess Bhagwati, where devotees come to pray and seek blessings.
• Himalayan Panorama: On clear days, enjoy distant views of the Manaslu range and surrounding Himalayan landscapes.
• Valley & Gorge Views:Admire scenic views of the Trishuli River gorge, terraced hills, and beautiful Nepali countryside from the cable car.

STOP 3   Days 3, 4 & 5 Where the Jungle Comes Alive

Chitwan National Park, Bagmati Province  ·  Rhinos · Elephants · Crocodiles · Tigers · Tharu Culture

After the mountains of Pokhara and the hilltop spirituality of Manakamana, Chitwan delivers something completely different a primal, electric encounter with the natural world.

Chitwan National Park covers 952 square kilometres of lowland jungle, open grassland, and river in southern Nepal.

Today, Chitwan is home to over 700 one-horned rhinoceroses, more than 100 Royal Bengal tigers, wild Asian elephants, four species of deer, sloth bears, leopards, gharial crocodiles, and over 600 species of birds.

But Chitwan is not just about wildlife. The Tharu people an indigenous community who have lived in the Chitwan valley for centuries have a vibrant culture of their own. Their stick dances, folk music, traditional clay houses, and organic way of life add a rich human dimension to the jungle experience.

You will spend two nights here. It will not feel like enough.

WHAT YOU WILL SEE & EXPERIENCE

• One-Horned Rhinoceros:Spot Nepal’s iconic Greater One-Horned Rhinoceros, commonly seen grazing in the grasslands of Chitwan National Park during jeep safaris.
• Royal Bengal Tiger: Experience the thrill of searching for the majestic Royal Bengal Tiger, one of the most endangered and fascinating animals in the jungle.
• Rapti River Canoe Ride: Enjoy a peaceful canoe ride on the Rapti River, where you may spot gharial and mugger crocodiles relaxing along the riverbanks.
• Bird Watching: Discover over 600 bird species, including hornbills, kingfishers, and storks, making Chitwan a paradise for bird lovers.
• Tharu Cultural Dance Show:Enjoy an evening Tharu cultural dance performance with traditional music, stick dances, and vibrant local costumes.

STOP 4   Days 5 & 6 Where World Found Peace

 Lumbini, Province No. 5  ·  Birthplace of Buddha · UNESCO Site · World Monasteries · Sacred Garden

In 623 BC, in a garden that was then part of the ancient kingdom of Kapilavastu, Queen Maya Devi gave birth to a prince named Siddhartha Gautama. He grew up in a palace of great privilege, left it at the age of 29 to understand human suffering, spent years meditating and wandering, and eventually attained enlightenment under a Bodhi tree in Bodh Gaya, India. He became the Buddha the Awakened One and spent the next 45 years teaching what he had understood.

His teachings the Dharma spread across Asia, reached the West, and today guide the lives of over 500 million people. He is considered one of the most influential human beings who ever lived. And it all started here, in this garden.

Lumbini was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1997. Since then, Buddhist nations from around the world have built monasteries here over 30 countries have a monastery in the Lumbini Monastic Zone. Walking through it is like taking a slow journey around the Buddhist world in a single afternoon.

Whether you are Buddhist, Hindu, religious, or not religious at all Lumbini will move you. It is that kind of place.

WHAT YOU WILL SEE & EXPERIENCE

• Maya Devi Temple: Visit the sacred birthplace of Gautama Buddha at Maya Devi Temple, where a stone marker identifies the exact spot of his birth.
• Ashoka Pillar: See the historic pillar built by Ashoka the Great in 249 BC confirming Lumbini as the birthplace of Buddha.
• Puskarini Sacred Pond: Explore the peaceful pond where Queen Maya Devi is believed to have bathed before giving birth to Prince Siddhartha.
• Eternal Peace Flame: Witness the continuously burning flame symbolizing world peace and harmony, located in the Sacred Garden.
• Myanmar Golden Temple: Admire the beautiful golden pagoda built in Burmese style by the Myanmar government.
• World Peace Pagoda: Visit the peaceful stupa built by Japanese monks promoting global peace and harmony.
• Lumbini Museum: Learn about the history of Lumbini through archaeological artifacts, ancient coins, and historical displays.

Best Time to Take This Tour

• October – November (Autumn): Crystal-clear skies, perfect mountain views in Pokhara, Nepal's peak season. This is when the mountains are most visible and the national parks most active.
• March – May (Spring): Warm weather, rhododendrons blooming on the hillsides, excellent wildlife activity in Chitwan. Second most popular season.
• December – February (Winter): Sunny and pleasant in Chitwan and Lumbini, cooler mornings in Pokhara. Great for wildlife (fewer mosquitoes, good visibility) and a quieter experience overall.

The only season to approach with caution is the heavy monsoon (July–August), when roads can be wet and Chitwan becomes humid. However even then, the lush green landscape is genuinely beautiful and prices are lower.

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