Chitwan and Lumbini tour
Chitwan Jungle Safari
Trip Highlights
- Chitwan Jungle safari, jungle walk, canoeing, bird and crocodile watching
- Tharu cultural show
- Explore the Birth place of Lord Gautam Budhha: Lumbini
- Visit Different monasteries built by different Countries in Lumbini
- Eternal peace lamp at Lumbini
- Visit peaceful ponds and historical Ashoka Pillar
Luxury Holidays Nepal has created this wonderful Chitwan and Lumbini tour to add another beautiful chapter in your life book. This 4 days package with full of exciting and adventure activities to religious, historical and the places which are naturally blessed will offer you an astounding expereince. You can explore Chitwan national park, go for wildlife safari (Jungle Safari), elephant riding and enjoy the typical Tharu cultural dance in the evening. Lumbini is another destination which is famous for the birthplace of Lord Gautam Buddha. The peaceful atmosphere, serene ponds, museum are best to explore. In Lumbini, you can explore different monasteries built by different countries and also the eternal peace lamp. Lumbini is the best place to spend holidays in the serene nature. Ashoka pillar which shows that Buddha was born in Lumbini is very famous to see.
Trip Facts
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Trip CodeLHN57
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Duration4 Days
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Pricefrom US$300 / person
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GradeEasy
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DestinationNepal
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Min Pax02-15 pax
Outline Itinerary
01 Days Drive from Kathmandu to Lumbini: 6-7 hours/260 KM
After having breakfast, you will start your add on a trip to Lumbini. The drive is pleasantly filled with a beautiful view of green forest and hills and also the snaky road along the Trishuli River. On reaching Lumbini you will be dropped off at your hotel. You will have rest for sometime and go for an evening walk around cities/ or have a bicycle ride.
- Accommodation: Everest International Deluxe Hotel
- Max. Altitude: 150 m/490 ft
- Meals: Breakfast Included
02 Days Lumbini sightseeing and Drive back to Chitwan: 4-5 hours/140 KM
Today, You will visit all the must see things in Lumbini which includes: Lumbini grove, The Ashok pillar, Mayadevi temple, and different monasteries built by various countries.
And, you will leave Lumbini for Chitwan before evening.
- Accommodation: Hotel Seven Star Chitwan
- Max. Altitude: 415 meters/1360 ft
- Meals: Breakfast & Dinner Included
03 Days Chitwan Jungle Safari (Full Day Jungle Activities)
Today, it will be filled with different types of jungle and non-jungle activities so in other words it’s a day to have fun and to learn and observe new things.
Today's Activities in Chitwan includes: Canoeing & jungle walk or a visit to the elephant breeding center. Lunch followed by an elephant safari with evening entertainment (Typical Tharu cultural Programme).
- Accommodation: Hotel Seven Star Chitwan
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included
04 Days Drive back to Chitwan from Kathmandu: 6-7 hours/160 KM
After breakfast, we will do Bird watching then we will drive back to Kathmandu. As we arrive in Kathmandu we will check-in at the hotel and then rest for the day. At evening farewell dinner with cultural program. Overnight at Kathmandu.
- Max. Altitude: 1300 m/4265 ft
- Meals: Breakfast Included
What's Included
- Pick up from and drop off at the hotel and the airport by a private vehicle.
- Accommodation in 4 star hotel in Lumbini (Everest International Deluxe Hotelor similar category) in twin sharing bed and breakfast basis.
- Accommodation in Chitwan (Hotel Seven Star or similar category) including breakfast, Lunch and Dinner on twin/double sharing bed basis.
- Full board meal plan in Chitwan with all activities
- Private Luxurious transportation throughout the trip.
- All local permits and entrance fees
- English speaking, trained and experienced local tour guide
- All government and local taxes.
- International airfare (See the international flights page)
- Nepal entry visa; you can obtain a visa easily upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu. (See the Visa & Entry Procedure of Nepal page)
- Travel insurance(See the travel insurance page.)
- Lunch and Dinner while you are in Lumbini(Meal costs about 3 -7 dollars per item depending on the place where you eat).
- Your personal expenses.
- All the alcoholic and non-alcoholic Drinks.
- City sightseeing and entrance fees
- Tips for the guide & driver. (Tipping is Expected).
Trip Map
Cost included
- Pick up from and drop off at the hotel and the airport by a private vehicle.
- Accommodation in 4 star hotel in Lumbini (Everest International Deluxe Hotelor similar category) in twin sharing bed and breakfast basis.
- Accommodation in Chitwan (Hotel Seven Star or similar category) including breakfast, Lunch and Dinner on twin/double sharing bed basis.
- Full board meal plan in Chitwan with all activities
- Private Luxurious transportation throughout the trip.
- All local permits and entrance fees
- English speaking, trained and experienced local tour guide
- All government and local taxes.
Cost Exclude
- International airfare (See the international flights page)
- Nepal entry visa; you can obtain a visa easily upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu. (See the Visa & Entry Procedure of Nepal page)
- Travel insurance(See the travel insurance page.)
- Lunch and Dinner while you are in Lumbini(Meal costs about 3 -7 dollars per item depending on the place where you eat).
- Your personal expenses.
- All the alcoholic and non-alcoholic Drinks.
- City sightseeing and entrance fees
- Tips for the guide & driver. (Tipping is Expected).
Accommodation:
Luxury Holidays Nepal provides you 4 star hotels in Chitwan and Lumbini. If you want the luxury accommodation of 5 star then contact us for cost detail. In Lumbini, you will be staying at Everest International Deluxe Hotel or Similar category, In Chitwan Hotel Seven Star or similar category.
Luggage:
You should carry the water bottle, sunscreen, camera, spare jacket, etc in your daypack. You are provided with a free locker room in the hotel of Kathmandu. The weight allowance in domestic airlines of Nepal is up to 20 kg and for more weight, you have to pay US$1 per/kg depending on the area.
Group Leader during the journey:
Luxury Holidays Nepal will facilitate you with the trained travelling guide in your group.
Payment of the Due Balance:
The rest amount of your trip can be paid in our office after your arrival or via online payment before your arrival in Nepal (Online payment). If you choose to settle your holiday balance by credit card a handling charge of 4% on the outstanding balance is made. There is no handling charge for payment by bank transfer.
Vouchers:
If you have purchased a voucher for the tour, please inform us which tour date suits you as soon as you are certain. We need time to purchase your domestic air ticket and make other arrangements so please confirm your spot on a tour at least 2 months prior to the commencement of the tour. Your booking on a particular tour date is subject to availability of spots. Also, please send us your redemption code and voucher number through this link (Voucher Redemption).
Visa:
You can get a visa in Kathmandu airport upon arrival for $25 USD (or equivalent in other major currencies) for a 15 days visa or $40 USD for a 30 days visa. Please bring 2 photos for the visa. Expect to have some waiting time in the queue for obtaining your visa. You can also get your visa prior to coming on the tour by contacting your closest Nepali embassy. (Nepal Visa Info)
Booking your international flight:
If you don't have a regular travel agent then you can check for international flight options at one of these sites.
makemytrip.com, www.kayak.com, www.vayama.com
They usually have good offers.
For more details: (See the international flights page)
When and where should you arrive?
Please book your international flight to arrive and depart from Kathmandu international airport. The tour starts with an orientation meeting at about 5 pm on the first night of the tour and ends on after the scheduled trip after the breakfast.
You will be received outside the Kathmandu international airport terminal by representatives holding a "Luxury Holidays Nepal" sign card and he will escort you to the Hotel.
If you plan to arrive early or depart late, please make sure you make extra hotel arrangements by contacting at luxuryholidaysnepal@gmail.com
After you purchase your international air ticket, please contact us to give your flight details.
Currencies accepted in Nepal:
Some major currencies (USD, AUD, and EURO) are accepted for both visa and in general. There are plenty of ATM's in Kathmandu and credit cards are accepted in limited shops and many restaurants. Please note that only Nepali rupees are accepted on the trek.
Health Issues:
The altitude sickness will get from 3000 meters. Normally below three 3000 meters will not have altitude related problems usually for people for stable health. But above it can cause altitude-related sickness. If you have a health condition which might cause problems, please consult a doctor about the advisability of doing the trek.
Insurance/Evacuation:
We do not hope that there may arise any serious problem for you in your journey, but if you get caught by serious illness then we will do our best to take you to the nearest hospital possible. So, it is good for you to have insurance which will cover your cost. Be Insured. (See the travel insurance page)
Trip Extensions/ Add-on trips:
If you like our service and you want to extend your trip, then we can further organize your trip to India, Bhutan and Tibet. And other trekking and activities of Nepal like Everest Trek, Annapurna Basecamp Trek, Langtang Trek, Manaslu Trek, Bunjee Jumping, Rafting, Peak Climbing, etc.
Tips:
A general rule of thumb for tipping is USD 40 to USD 70 per Traveler, depending on the length of the tour. This is just a guide and you may tip however much you think is appropriate for the services rendered which made your trip a memorable one.
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