10 Day Nepal spiritual & Scenic Journey

Arrival meet-and-greet at Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) by the Om Holidays Tour & Trek team and private transfer to Hotel Traditional and Spa (or confirmed alternative 4 to 5-star hotel).

Settle into your room, unpack, and refresh after your flight.

Orientation meeting with a company representative to discuss the comprehensive 10-day itinerary, spiritual sites, and logistics.

Free evening to relax or take a gentle stroll around the vibrant streets of Thamel.

Wholesome welcome dinner and overnight stay in Kathmandu.

Wholesome breakfast at the hotel before meeting your cultural guide.

Guided pilgrimage along Kathmandu's Buddhist Circuit, visiting the ancient hilltop dome of Swayambhunath Stupa (Monkey Temple) and the colossal mandala of Boudhanath Stupa.

Drive to the northeastern hills to visit Kopan Monastery and Kopan Nunnery (Khachoe Ghakyil Ling) to observe traditional Tibetan Buddhist study, prayer halls, and monastic life.

Return to the hotel by late afternoon to rest.

Enjoy a complimentary 15-minute foot reflexology massage to relieve walking fatigue (with the option to upgrade to an extended full-body Ayurvedic massage).

Dinner and overnight stay in Kathmandu.

07:00 – 08:00 revitalizing morning yoga and mindful breathwork session followed by breakfast.

Scenic 2-hour drive through the Kavre hills to sacred Namo Buddha, revered as the site where the Bodhisattva offered his flesh to feed a starving tigress and her cubs.

Explore the grounds and golden shrines of Thrangu Tashi Yangtse Monastery, soaking in panoramic Himalayan viewpoints and quiet contemplative grounds.

Stop in the historic Newari hill town of Dhulikhel for lunch with countryside vistas.

Return toward Kathmandu with a guided stop at medieval Bhaktapur Durbar Square to admire the 55-Window Palace, Nyatapola Temple, and artisan pottery traditions.

Arrive back at the hotel, explore evening Thamel, dine, and rest overnight

Wholesome breakfast followed by a scenic 6-hour highway drive (210 km) along the Prithvi Highway.

Travel past winding mountain roads, emerald river valleys (Trishuli and Marsyangdi), terraced farmlands, and rural hillside villages.

Enjoy views of the Annapurna and Manaslu massifs opening up as you descend into the subtropical Pokhara Valley.

Check in to your hotel in Pokhara and take time to unwind.

Free evening to stroll along vibrant Phewa Lakeside, browse artisan handicraft shops, enjoy dinner, and rest for the night.

05:00 pre-dawn drive to the viewpoint of Sarangkot for sunrise over the Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, and Machhapuchhre (Fishtail) peaks.

Return to the hotel for a hearty breakfast and downtime.

Guided sightseeing excursion visiting the perched World Peace Pagoda (Shanti Stupa), Devi’s Fall, and Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave.

Relaxing 1-hour wooden boat ride across the waters of Phewa Lake with reflections of the Himalayan peaks.

Optional adventure activities: Annapurna Cable Car ride up to Sarangkot or tandem paragliding (available at extra cost).

Leisurely evening walk around Lakeside, followed by dinner and overnight stay.

Breakfast followed by a picturesque overland drive winding south from Pokhara through the mid-western hills and river valleys down to the Terai plains.

Arrive in Lumbini, the sacred UNESCO World Heritage birthplace of Lord Gautam Buddha.

Check in to your hotel, freshen up, and rest from the journey.

Evening visit to the Maya Devi Temple complex to observe the sacred pond (Puskarni), the ancient Bodhi tree, and join pilgrims in quiet meditation and evening prayer candle lighting.

Wholesome dinner and peaceful overnight stay in Lumbini.

Wholesome breakfast before embarking on a guided tour of the peaceful Lumbini Sacred Garden by traditional rickshaw or private transport.

Revisit the interior sanctum of Maya Devi Temple to view the consecrated Marker Stone pinpointing the exact nativity spot, and study the historic 3rd-century BCE Ashoka Pillar.

Spend the day traversing both the East (Theravada) and West (Mahayana/Vajrayana) Monastic Zones, exploring ornate international monasteries established by nations including Thailand, Myanmar, Germany, China, Japan, and Sri Lanka.

Absorb the tranquil spiritual atmosphere, practice walking contemplation, and enjoy dinner followed by an overnight stay.

Early morning breakfast before commencing the scenic return drive from Lumbini across the southern plains and climbing through river gorges back into the Kathmandu Valley.

Take in the changing landscapes of terraced hills, bridges, and mountain rivers en route.

Arrive in Kathmandu and check in to your hotel accommodation.

Treat tired travel muscles to a restorative 1-hour full-body traditional Ayurvedic herbal oil massage at the hotel spa.

Enjoy a celebratory evening dinner and restful overnight sleep.

07:00 – 08:00 morning yoga and conscious breathwork session to revitalize energy flow, followed by breakfast.

Guided heritage tour of Patan Durbar Square, exploring the Krishna Mandir, the Golden Temple (Hiranya Varna Mahavihar), and master Newari metalwork courtyards.

Continue to historic Kathmandu Durbar Square (Hanuman Dhoka) to admire the palace architecture, Taleju Temple, and the residence of the Living Goddess (Kumari Ghar).

Dedicated free afternoon leisure time for souvenir shopping, pashmina, tea, and singing bowls around Thamel.

Farewell dinner featuring traditional Nepali cuisine and overnight stay.

07:00 – 08:00 concluding gentle yoga and meditation practice to seal the spiritual benefits of your journey.

Wholesome farewell breakfast and time for packing and hotel check-out.

Scheduled private transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) for your onward flight, carrying the peace and spiritual blessings of Nepal with Om Holidays Tour & Trek.