SUBCONTINENT TC JOURNEYS
Temples, Traditions & Mountain Vistas: India & Nepal in One Journey
8 nights | 2 adults
Trip highlights
- Experience the cultural heart of the Kathmandu Valley with guided visits to sacred temples and UNESCO-listed Durbar Squares.
- Discover Pokhara’s tranquil side, from serene Phewa Lake and the World Peace Pagoda to sunrise viewpoints over the Annapurna range.
- Immerse yourself in local life at Tibetan villages, bustling markets and atmospheric heritage streets ideal for shopping and people-watching.
- Gain insight into Himalayan history and mountaineering at the International Mountain Museum and iconic spiritual sites like Boudhanath and Pashupatinath.
- Enjoy a balanced pace of sightseeing, gentle walks and free time, perfect for first-time visitors to Nepal.
Discover some of Delhi’s most iconic landmarks as you explore the city’s rich heritage. Take in the grand India Gate war memorial and glimpse the stately presidential residence as you drive past Rashtrapati Bhawan.
Then delve deeper into history at Qutub Minar, a soaring UNESCO-listed minaret, and the serene, Mughal-era Humayun’s Tomb, whose elegant gardens and architecture inspired the Taj Mahal. This short tour offers a perfect introduction to the story and splendour of India’s capital.
Spend a full day exploring the very best of the Kathmandu Valley’s culture and charm. After breakfast, set out with your guide to discover Kathmandu Durbar Square and Patan Durbar Square, both UNESCO World Heritage sites filled with intricately carved temples, palace courtyards and lively local life.
You will also visit Swayambhunath, the iconic hilltop “Monkey Temple”, where fluttering prayer flags and panoramic city views create a truly atmospheric experience. After a day rich in history, colour and spiritual tradition, return to your hotel for a relaxing evening and overnight stay.
After breakfast, delve deeper into the spiritual and cultural heart of the Kathmandu Valley with a full day of guided sightseeing. Visit Pashupatinath, one of the most sacred Hindu temple complexes dedicated to Lord Shiva, where ancient rituals unfold along the banks of the Bagmati River. Continue to Boudhanath, home to one of the largest stupas in the world, encircled by prayer wheels, monasteries and rooftop cafés with inspiring views.
Later, explore Bhaktapur Durbar Square, a beautifully preserved royal plaza of temples, courtyards and traditional Newari architecture that feels like stepping back in time. After a day rich in culture and atmosphere, return to your hotel for a comfortable evening and overnight stay.
Today you leave the bustle of the Kathmandu Valley behind and travel to Pokhara, Nepal’s tranquil lakeside city framed by the Annapurna range. In the afternoon, explore some of its most captivating sights, from the rushing waters of Davis Falls and the atmospheric Gupteshwar Cave to a local Tibetan village where you can learn about community life and traditions.
Continue to the hilltop Peace Pagoda for sweeping views over the city and snowcapped peaks, then round off the day with a serene one-hour boat ride on Phewa Lake, watching the mountains reflect in the water as the light softens.
Immerse yourself in Pokhara’s mountain spirit with visits to two of its most inspiring landmarks. At the International Mountain Museum, discover the stories of Himalayan expeditions, local mountain cultures and the climbers who have challenged some of the world’s highest peaks.
Then, continue to the World Peace Pagoda, a gleaming white stupa set high above the lake, where tranquil walking paths and panoramic views of the Annapurna range create a truly uplifting and contemplative atmosphere.
Wake early to experience one of Pokhara’s most magical moments: sunrise at Sarangkot, where, weather permitting, the first light of day paints the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges in soft pink and gold. On the way back to your hotel, pause at the revered Bindabasini Temple, a peaceful shrine much loved by locals.
Later, fly or drive back to Kathmandu and transfer to your hotel, with the afternoon free for you to wander the vibrant streets, browse handicraft shops and pick up last-minute souvenirs at your own pace.
