Temples, jungle and a genuine pause, in one itinerary
Culture, Wildlife & Wellness
A ten-day journey balancing Kathmandu's heritage, Chitwan's wildlife and a restorative wellness stay in Pokhara.
Who this suits
Travellers who want cultural depth and wildlife, but also real downtime — this itinerary deliberately front-loads activity and ends with several unhurried, restorative days in Pokhara.
A full day-by-day itinerary
This journey is available as a tailored itinerary. Once you tell us your dates and preferences, we will put together a complete day-by-day plan and quotation for you.
Typically included
- Accommodation as per itinerary
- Private transfers
- Guide for sightseeing and safari
- Chitwan safari activities
- Daily breakfast
Typically excluded
- International/domestic flights unless specified
- Nepal visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Specific wellness treatments (quoted based on selection)
- Personal expenses
Optional upgrades
- Extend the wellness stay by 2–3 nights
- Add a private yoga teacher for the full Pokhara stay
- Upgrade to a dedicated retreat property
Important notes
- Flight schedules between Kathmandu and Pokhara/Bhairahawa are occasionally affected by weather; we build reasonable buffer time where possible.
- Exact accommodation properties are confirmed at booking stage based on availability, your preferences and room category.
- This itinerary is a starting point — every detail can be adjusted to your dates, pace and interests.
Travelling responsibly
- We favour locally owned and registered accommodation and transport partners wherever standards allow.
- Wildlife activities follow national park rules and avoid animal performance-based experiences.
- Wellness offerings are positioned as genuine relaxation and mindfulness practice, not medical treatment.
Experiences on this journey
Culture & Heritage
UNESCO World Heritage squares, living temple culture and Newari, Tharu and hill communities across Nepal.
Wildlife
Ethical jeep safari, canoe trips and guided walks in Chitwan National Park, with genuine conservation framing.
Yoga & Meditation
From a single Pokhara lakeside class to a multi-day retreat — grounded, unhurried, and led by qualified local teachers.
Regions covered
Kathmandu
Nepal's capital is usually where a journey begins and ends — a dense, living valley of temples, courtyards and markets that rewards slowing down for at least two or three days.
Explore Kathmandu
Pokhara
Our home base. A lakeside city facing the Annapurna range, and Nepal's most versatile hub for trekking, adventure sports, wellness and simply slowing down.
Explore Pokhara
Chitwan
A UNESCO World Heritage lowland national park — one of the best places in Asia to see one-horned rhinos, and, with patience, a wide range of birdlife and other wildlife.
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