Student Group Tour to Nepal

We warmly welcome you at the Sunauli border, where our friendly guide and driver will assist with all formalities and make sure you’re settled and comfortable. From here, enjoy a scenic 2-hour drive to Lumbini, watching the plains, villages, and farmland pass by as your guide introduces you to Nepal’s rich culture and history. Upon arrival, check in to your hotel and explore Maya Devi Temple, the birthplace of Buddha. Walk through the Sacred Garden, and visit the peace pagodas built by Japan, China, and Thailand, each with its own unique architecture and stories. In the evening, we gather for a group reflection session in the hotel courtyard.

• Border crossing
• Maya Devi Temple
• Sacred Garden
• Group reflection session

After a refreshing breakfast, start the scenic drive to Pokhara, pointing out the changing landscapes, terraced farms, and traditional villages along the way. Upon reaching Pokhara, start sightseeing with a guided visit to Devi’s Fall, then continue to Gupteshwor Cave, known for its impressive rock formations and sacred Hindu shrines. In the afternoon, enjoy a peaceful boat ride on Phewa Lake, with your guide explaining the geography of the surrounding Annapurna peaks. Take a stroll through Pokhara’s Lakeside Market for local arts, handicrafts, and cafés.

• Scenic drive with commentary
• Devi’s Fall
• Phewa Lake boat ride
• Lakeside Market

Take a peaceful boat ride on Phewa Lake, gliding across its calm waters with the Annapurna peaks reflected around you. Visit Tal Barahi Temple, a charming pagoda on a small island in the middle of the lake. After your morning activities, embark on a scenic 4WD drive from Pokhara to Jomsom in Mustang through the Kali Gandaki Valley, offering stunning views of terraced hills, traditional villages, and dramatic Himalayan peaks. Stop at the beautiful Rupse Waterfall and explore Marpha Village. Upon arrival in Jomsom, enjoy a traditional Thakali thali dinner. This day also helps your group acclimatize to higher altitudes safely.

• Tal Barahi Temple
• Kali Gandaki Valley
• Rupse Waterfall
• Marpha Village

Begin morning by exploring Kagbeni Village, a historic Tibetan settlement. Continue the journey to Muktinath Temple (3,710 m), a sacred site for both Hindu and Buddhist pilgrims. The drive from Kagbeni takes about 1.5 to 2 hours. Witness the famous 108 holy water spouts, observe rituals, and hear from your guide about the temple’s spiritual importance. A 15-minute walk is required from the vehicle parking area to reach the temple. Horse rides are available for those who prefer not to walk uphill. After visiting Muktinath, drive back to Pokhara (7–8 hours).

• Kagbeni Village
• Muktinath Temple at 3,710m
• 108 water spouts
• Return to Pokhara

Start the morning with sightseeing around Pokhara. Visit the serene Pumdikot viewpoint and the impressive World Peace Pagoda. After breakfast, drive to Kathmandu (6–7 hours). En route, stop at Manakamana Temple, one of Nepal’s most revered Hindu shrines. Take the cable car ride up to the temple, enjoying panoramic views of the Trishuli River valley. Once in Kathmandu, free time to explore Thamel, the city’s vibrant tourist hub.

• World Peace Pagoda
• Manakamana cable car
• Drive to Kathmandu
• Thamel exploration

Visit Pashupatinath Temple for the sunrise darshan, where you can join the morning aarti and receive blessings. Visit Boudhanath Stupa, one of the world’s largest Buddhist stupas. Walk around the stupa clockwise, spin the prayer wheels, and take in the peaceful atmosphere. Optional visit to Bhaktapur Durbar Square, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with ancient Newar architecture. In the evening, enjoy a farewell dinner with a cultural show, featuring traditional music, dance, and local cuisine.

• Pashupatinath Temple
• Boudhanath Stupa
• Optional Bhaktapur visit
• Farewell dinner

After breakfast, depart for either Tribhuvan International Airport or the India–Nepal border at Sunauli. To Sunauli: the drive is approximately 263 km and usually takes 6–7 hours, passing through the Terai plains, small towns, and agricultural villages. To the airport: travel time is typically 30–60 minutes from central Kathmandu. All transfers are in comfortable tourist-standard vehicles.

• Airport or border transfer
• Farewell