TEA, TEMPLES & TRANQUILITY: AN EASTERN NEPAL

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Dive in peaceful beauty of peaceful Eastern Nepal with its culture, nature, and religion in blend. Walk from Kathmandu to

cosmopolitan-tasteful Dharan. View Budha Subba and Dantakali Temples’ glimpse. Hike to Bhedetar in order to enjoy

bird-woman’s breakfast topography. Enjoy peaceful landscape which supports nature. Savor the act of peeling off riotous

colors during monsoons.

Visit Ilam Bazaar. Have local cuisine and buy handicrafts. Below is Mai Pokhari. The serene lake is perfect for meditation

and relaxation. Watch a scenic tea garden sunset at Antu Danda. Then to Taplejung, the entrance of Pathivara Temple.

Hike through jungle of rhododendrons to Pathivara Temple. Panoramic Himalaya sights along the way of trek. Unwind at

the serene temple. Back to Ilam and unwind. Wander around in tea gardens and immerse in peaceful surroundings.

Travel to Janakpur, Ramayana heritage city. Drive past Janaki Mandir, a Mughal-Nepali in design. See Vivah Mandap

and Ram Mandir, both encircled by myth and legend. Take a rickshaw ride through colorful Maithili bazaars. Enjoy local

cuisine and Janakpur hospitality.

End the tour with the scenic drive. Witness Nepal’s varied landscape from Terai to hills. Nature, adventure, and

spirituality in this tour give a speechless experience. Savor Nepal’s culture, landscape, and people on your platter.

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Day 1: Into the East – Kathmandu to Dharan

 

Route: Kathmandu → BP Highway → Koshi Barrage → Dharan
Distance: ~550 km
Drive Time: 10–12 hours

  • Scenic drive along the BP Highway, winding through lush hills and river valleys.
  • Stop at Koshi Barrage, a vital wetland for birdlife and wildlife crossings.
  • Arrive in Dharan, a bustling multicultural city with Rai, Limbu, and Newar influences.
  • Evening stroll through Dharan Bazaar for street food and local crafts.
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Day 2: Temples and Misty Peaks – Dharan & Bhedetar

 

Route: Dharan → Budha Subba Temple → Dantakali Temple → Bhedetar → Dharan
Distance: ~34 km (round trip)
Drive Time: 2–3 hours

 

  • Budha Subba Temple: Sacred bamboo grove where wishes are tied to stalks.
  • Dantakali Temple: Fierce Kali shrine linked to Hindu mythology.
  • Bhedetar Hilltop: Panoramic views of the Terai plains and fog-kissed hills. Visit Charles Tower, a British-era landmark.
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Day 3: Tea Trails – Dharan to Ilam

 

Route: Dharan → Fikkal → Kanyam → Ilam
Distance: ~90 km
Drive Time: 3–4 hours

 

  • Drive through Fikkal, a lively town with roadside tea stalls.
  • Kanyam Tea Gardens: Walk through emerald plantations and sample fresh Orthodox tea.
  • Ilam Bazaar: Quaint hillside town with colonial-era architecture and sunset views
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Day 4: Sacred Lakes and Sunset Vistas – Ilam to Mai Pokhari

Route: Ilam → Mai Pokhari → Antu Danda → Phidim
Distance: ~90 km
Drive Time: ~5 hours

  • Mai Pokhari: Serene alpine lake surrounded by rhododendron forests. Take a boat ride (seasonal).
  • Antu Danda: Sunset over the Kanchenjunga range and endless tea terraces.
  • Phidim: Evening market stroll, Limbu cultural immersion, and traditional cuisine.
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Day 5: Mountain Trails – Phidim to Taplejung/Suletar

Route: Phidim → Taplejung/Suketar
Distance: ~75 km
Drive Time: ~5 hours

  • Rugged Drive: Terraced farms, Limbu villages, and Himalayan foothills.
  • Taplejung: Gateway to sacred Pathivara Temple and views of Kanchenjunga’s eastern face.
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Day 6: Sacred Ascent – Pathivara Temple Trek

Route: Suketar → Phedi (by jeep) → Pathivara Temple → Suketar
Hike Distance: 8–10 km (round trip)
Trek Time: 5–7 hours

  • Pathivara Temple (3,794m): Sacred Hindu-Buddhist site with Kanchenjunga vistas.
  • Rhododendron forests and prayer flag-lined trails.
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Day 7: Return to the Tea Hills – Taplejung to Ilam

Route: Taplejung → Phikkal → Ilam
Distance: ~165 km
Drive Time: 6–8 hours

  • Stop at Phikkal Bazaar to buy organic tea or local honey.
  • Relax in Ilam with a warm cup of chiya (Nepali tea).
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Day 8: Terai Tales – Ilam to Janakpur via Dharan

Route: Ilam → Dharan → Itahari → Janakpur
Distance: ~250 km
Drive Time: 8–10 hours

  • Descend from hills to the Terai plains, passing sugarcane fields and rice paddies.
  • Janakpur: Mithila cultural hub, famed for its vibrant art and Ramayana heritage.
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Day 9: City of Sita – Janakpur Exploration

Route: Janaki Mandir → Vivah Mandap → Ram Mandir → Mithila Art Galleries
Distance: Local sightseeing

  • Janaki Mandir: Ornate marble temple dedicated to Goddess Sita.
  • Vivah Mandap: Replica of Rama and Sita’s wedding venue.
  • Mithila Art: Intricate paintings by local women; try anarsa (rice flour sweets).
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Day 10: Farewell to the East – Janakpur to Kathmandu

Route: Janakpur → East-West Highway → Kathmandu
Distance: ~225 km
Drive Time: 8–10 hours

  • Drive through the Terai’s rural landscapes, stopping for litti chokha (Bihari snack).
  • Arrive in Kathmandu by evening; farewell dinner in Patan Durbar Square.
• Return drive to Kathmandu via the East-West Highway, taking in Nepal's diverse scenery.
• Rickshaw tour of Janakpur's vibrant Maithili bazaars.
• Janakpur's Ramayana sights tour, including Janaki Mandir and Vivah Mandap.
• Ilam relaxation with excursion to Phikkal Bazaar and tea estates.
• Pathivara Devi Temple hike with stunning Kanchenjunga views.
• Eastern Nepal hill drive to Taplejung, the gateway of Pathivara Temple.
• Mai Pokhari lake sacred tour and sunset view from Antu Danda.
• Tea culture tour at Ilam in Kanyam Tea Garden and Ilam Bazaar.
• Scenic hill top view of Bhedetar including Charles Tower.
• Cultural tour of Dharan and Budha Subba and Dantakali Temples visit.
• Scenic drive from Kathmandu to Dharan along BP Highway and Koshi Barrage.
Language ENGLISH
Transport PRIVATE/SHARING
Accommodation HOTEL(3-5STAR)-Tea Houses(Trekking Region)
Meals BREAKFAST,LUNCH,DINNER
Group Size ANY

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