Kathmandu – Chitwan Drive
The total distance from Kathmandu to Chitwan National Park(Sauraha) is about 165km and it takes about 4-5hrs. Leaving Kathmandu we drive on the Thribhuvan Highway to Nagdhunga and then descend down the hill to Naubise. From Naubise we continue on the Prithivi Highway up to Mugling Junction following the bends of the Trishuli river through rich subtropical forests. Then continue on Mahendra highway to Sauraha, the gateway to Chitwan National Park. Chitwan National Park is the best place to experience the wilderness and to enjoy the natural beauty of Nepal.
Trips that visit Kathmandu – Chitwan Drive
- Bhutan Festival & Sikkim TourDay 12/05/2023: Departure 17 days
- Three Himalayan KingdomsDay 7: Fly to Kathmandu 15 days
- Introduction of India, Bhutan & NepalDay 16: Fly to Kathmandu-Drive to Nagarkot 19 days
- Darjeeling Sikkim Bhutan TourDay 12: Departure 12 days
- North India and Nepal TourDay 11: Fly to Kathmandu(Nepal)-Drive to Nagarkot 14 days
- Hilltops and Village Tour of NepalDay 1: Arrival in Kathmandu 8 days
- Classic Nepal TourDay 1: Arrival in Kathmandu 8 days
- Everest Base Camp TrekDay 1: Arrival in Kathmandu 16 days
Near Kathmandu – Chitwan Drive
Other places within 15 km.
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Dzongs & Fortresses
Patan Durbar Square
This whole square is a cluster of fine pagoda temples and stone statues; it is at the same time the business hub of the city.
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Restaurants
Honacha
Small, decades-old family Newari eatery off Patan Durbar Square, serving bara (lentil patties) and choila. Cheap, rustic and very local.
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Gardens & parks
National Botanical Garden
The National Botanical Garden is located at Godavari 14Kms south east of Kathmandu in Lalitpur district.
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Temples & Monasteries
Kumbheshwar Temple
Kumbeshwar temple is one of the tree five storied temples of Kathmandu valley.
