Explore Nepal’s Heritage and Wilderness: 7 World Heritage Sites & Chitwan Wildlife Adventure
Step into a journey that combines ancient culture, architectural marvels, and thrilling wildlife! This unique tour takes you through 7 UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the Kathmandu Valley and culminates with an unforgettable safari in Chitwan National Park. In just a few days, you’ll dive deep into Nepal’s rich heritage and experience the magic of its lush jungles and exotic wildlife.
Start in the vibrant heart of Nepal, Kathmandu Valley, where history and spirituality come alive. Each site is a story in itself:
Kathmandu Durbar Square: Wander through the royal palaces and temples of Nepal’s ancient rulers.
Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple): Climb to a hilltop stupa adorned with colorful prayer flags, offering sweeping views of the valley.
Pashupatinath Temple: Witness sacred rituals along the banks of the holy Bagmati River at this renowned Hindu temple.
Boudhanath Stupa: Feel the peaceful energy of one of the largest stupas in the world, a sanctuary for Tibetan Buddhism.
Bhaktapur Durbar Square: Explore medieval squares, pagoda-style temples, and intricate wood carvings in this preserved heritage town.
Patan Durbar Square: Marvel at ancient Newari architecture, golden temples, and the famous Krishna Temple.
Changu Narayan Temple: Nestled on a hill, this ancient Hindu temple is a hidden gem with exquisite carvings and panoramic views.
After soaking in the historical and cultural wonders, you head to Chitwan National Park, Nepal’s first national park and a UNESCO World Heritage Site itself. Here, the lush jungles and grasslands are home to a wealth of wildlife:
Safari Adventures: Embark on a jeep safari or take a serene canoe ride down the Rapti River, where you may spot the famous one-horned rhinoceros, Bengal tigers, wild elephants, and exotic bird species.
Cultural Encounters: Visit the Tharu community** to experience local dances, music, and the rich culture of the people who have long lived alongside the wilderness.
Guided Jungle Walks: Led by experienced naturalists, these walks provide an up-close look at Chitwan’s diverse flora and fauna.
Ready to discover Nepal’s best-kept treasures? Join us on this heritage and wildlife tour to uncover the heart and soul of this extraordinary country.
On arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport, a representative from Eve Holidays will greet you at the airport and escort you to your hotel. You’ll have rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight: 4 Star Hotel in Kathmandu
Included Meals: Welcome Dinner
Patan Durbar Square (World Heritage Site)
Like its counterpart in Kathmandu, is an enchanting combination of palace buildings, artistic courtyards and graceful pagoda temples. The former royal palace complex is the centre of Patan’s religious and social life, and houses a museum containing an array of bronze statues and religious objects. One remarkable monument here is a 17th-century temple dedicated to the Hindu god Krishna, built entirely of stone.
Changu Narayan Temple (World Heritage Site)
Situated on a ridge overlooking the Valley, about 12 km to the east of Kathmandu. It is dedicated to the Hindu god Bishnu. One of the finest and oldest specimens of pagoda architecture built in 323 AD by King Hari Dutta Varma. The temple is richly decorated with sculptures and carvings, and its position above the Kathmandu Valley affords a beautiful view of the surrounding countryside.
Bhaktapur Durbar Square (World Heritage Site)
As that of Kathmandu Durbar Square and Patan Durbar Square, this is the third medieval city-states in Kathmandu Valley which is home of medieval art and architecture. Located 14 kms east of Kathmandu City, this place was founded in the 9th Century. Bhaktapur has three major squares full of towering array of temples overlooked by the Palace of 55 windows built by King Bupatindra Malla. The Nyatapola Temple, also built by King Bhupatindra Malla, is the best example of Pagoda style and stands on five terraces on each of which stands a pair of figures – two famous strong men, two elephants, two lions, two griffins and two goddesses.
Overnight: 4 Star Hotel in Kathmandu
Included Meals: Breakfast
Driving for 5 hours we reach our Hotel in Chitwan National Park where we spend two nights. We freshen up and go for village tour to a nearby ethnic Tharu village where you will learn more about the life and lifestyle of the Tharus and also visit the National Park Visitor’s centre where you can learn more about the history of the National Park and about wildlife & Sun set view from the bank of Rapti River. In the evening we watch and join the Tharu cultural dance presentation by the local villagers in which you can participate or Slide show presentation on almost everything under the Chitwan.
Overnight: 4 Star Star Hotel with Swimming Pool
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast in the Hotel we go for canoe ride along the Rapti River which is an excellent opportunity for Bird Watching and for seeing the rare species of crocodiles; the Marsh Mugger and the fish eating Gharial. + Jungle Walk . After lunch we go for Jeep Safari whcih is an excellent opportunity to see different kinds of animals such as deer, rhinoceros, wild bore, monkey, leopard, sloth bear and the Royal Bengal Tiger.
Overnight: 4 Star Hotel with Swimming Pool
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
An early morning wake up call followed by breakfast and drive back to Kathmandu and drop you to your hotel.
Overnight: 4 Star Hotel in Kathmandu
Included Meals: Breakfast
Pashupatinath Temple: Pashupatinath, a pagoda style Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva is considered to be the powerhouse of Hindu spiritual power in religious terms. Situated amidst a lush green natural setting on the bank of the sacred Bagmati River, the temple is 6 kms from Kathmandu city.Behind the temples are the cremation grounds.
Boudhnath Stupa: Listed in the UNESCO World Heritage list, this enormous stupa where thousands of pilgrims gather daily to make a ritual circumnavigation of the dome, beneath the watchful eyes of the Buddha, which gaze out from the gilded central tower. This is one of the few places in the world where Tibetan Buddhist culture is accessible and unfetered, and the lanes around the stupa are crammed with monasteries and the surrounding is a paraphernalia for Buddhist life.
Kathmandu DurbarSquare: is one of three royal palace squares in the Kathmandu Valley. This site was the royal residence until the 19th century where important ceremonies, such as the coronation of the Nepalese monarch use to take place.
Swoyambhunath Temple: This Buddhist Stupa, said to be 2000 years old is a perfect architecture of gilded spire and white washed dome located under thousands of fluttering prayer flags. From the spire, four faces of Buddha stare out across the valley in the cardinal directions. The entire structure is symbolic.
We spend our last evening in Kathmandu in a farewell meal together sharing photos recalling the excitements of trip and exchanging emails in one of the traditional Nepalese restaurant.
Overnight: 4 Star Hotel in Kathmandu
Included Meals: Breakfast, Farewell Dinner
Today after breakfast you are in leisure on your own. You will be escorted to airport for your flight home at your flight time
Meals: Breakfast
4 Star Hotel Accommodation in both Kathmandu and Chitwan. The hotel in Chitwan has Swimming Pool too.
Buffet Breakfast will be served in both the hotels in Kathmandu and Chitwan. In Chitwan lunch and dinner will also be provided in the hotels where you stay. Welcome and Farewell Dinners will be in Kathmandu.
This tour is suitable any time of the year but better to avoid rainy months of June July August
This tour is suitable any time of the year but better to avoid rainy months of June July August
Yes conditions apply
This tour perfectly combines culture, history, and nature, offering something for every type of traveler. Whether you’re fascinated by Nepal’s architectural splendor or captivated by the idea of a wild safari, this adventure promises a journey that’s both enlightening and exhilarating.
My son and I organized our Nepal holiday through Eve Holidays. Everything went smoothly with excellent guide and drivers. Each excursion was most enjoyable. We learned a great amount about the people, history, religion and politics of this wonderful country. We would return in a flash and this time we will book through the same company.
It was the best adventure in my life! Mix of culture and wildlife made this tour very exciting and complete. Maina was very helpful and gave lots of information abound Nepal and its culture, wildlife tour guide was also great and knowledgeable. I’ve got best impressions of this trip
Maina was an incredible guide. She made sure I got the most information I wanted to know. She took me to visit many places and gave me many handy tips. She is kind
