8-Day Nepal Tour: Explore the Mysterious Buddhist Kingdom

First time visiting Nepal? Don't miss this carefully prepared 8-day itinerary to make your trip to Nepal even more exciting! -------------------- Route suggestions: Day 1: Chengdu Tianfu -> Kathmandu Fly directly from Chengdu to Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal, and start your mysterious journey in Nepal. Day 2: Chitwan National Park Spend the whole day exploring Chitwan National Park, a wild and natural place. Day 3: Chinese Temple in Lumbini -> Birthplace of Buddha -> Ashoka Pillar Visit the Chinese Temple in Lumbini to experience the fusion of Chinese and Nepalese cultures, then head to the birthplace of Buddha to trace the origins of Buddhism, and finally visit the Ashoka Pillar to appreciate the rich history of ancient India. Day 4: Devi's Falls -> Peace Pagoda Admire the spectacular Devi's Falls and feel the majestic power of the water, then head to the Peace Pagoda to appreciate the unique architectural style of Nepal. Day 5: Sarangkot -> Phewa Lake Enjoy the magnificent snow-capped mountains in Sarangkot, then head to the tranquil Phewa Lake to enjoy the beautiful scenery of the lake and mountains. Day 6: Thamel Experience the local life in Thamel and enjoy the local customs and culture. Day 7: Patan Durbar Square -> Swayambhunath -> Bhaktapur Durbar Square Visit the historic Patan Durbar Square and admire the ancient temples and sculptures; then head to Swayambhunath to enjoy a panoramic view of Kathmandu; finally, visit Bhaktapur Durbar Square to experience the ancient culture of Nepal. Day 8: Nagarkot -> Boudhanath Stupa Enjoy the magnificent scenery of the Himalayas in Nagarkot, then head to Boudhanath Stupa to experience the solemnity and sanctity of Buddhist culture. -------------------- Must-see attractions: Chitwan National Park ⭐⭐⭐ - Address: GFM2+JXW, Sonepur 44200, Nepal - Opening hours: No restrictions - Duration: 3–5 hours - Here, you can ride elephants through the jungle, watch elephants bathing leisurely by the river, and take a canoe to see crocodiles up close. Phewa Lake ⭐⭐⭐ - Address: Pokhara 33700, Nepal - Opening hours: No restrictions - Duration: 1–2 hours - Phewa Lake is a charming leisure resort. Boating on the lake and enjoying the beautiful scenery of the lake and mountains is refreshing. Boudhanath Stupa ⭐⭐⭐ - Address: Boudhanath (Boudha), Kathmandu - Opening hours: Open all day - Duration: 2–3 hours - This huge white dome-shaped stupa is impressive. Swayambhunath ⭐⭐⭐ - Address: Swayambhunath, Kathmandu 44600 - Opening hours: Open all day - Duration: 2–3 hours - Climb to the golden stupa of Swayambhunath to enjoy a panoramic view of Kathmandu. It's definitely worth a visit. -------------------- Travel tips: 💸 The exchange rate of Nepalese Rupee to Chinese Yuan is about 16:1, so make sure to calculate in advance. 📇 You need a visa to visit Nepal, so remember to prepare the relevant materials in advance! ⌚ Nepal is 2 hours and 15 minutes behind Beijing time, so adjust to the time difference and enjoy your trip. -------------------- Nepal, a mysterious and beautiful country, is waiting for you to explore and discover more unknown surprises!