Lumle Holidays believes day trips have equal significance as long trips. Therefore, day trips are an important part of one’s holiday.  Thinking of day trips, does not mean, not only sometimes you need an escape from the hustle and bustle of a major tourist spots but you won’t know whether you’d also be missing out some of the hidden jewels of your holiday if you didn’t explore.  We at Lumle Holidays are pleased to suggest amazing day trips in Nepal and India that shouldn’t be missed.

Nepal Day Trips 

Nagarkot

After early breakfast you will be driven to Nagarkot for sunrise trip. Nagarkot offers panoramic views of snowy peaks of the Himalayas including Mount Everest. Upon arrival in Nagarkot, enjoy sunrise. After sunrise, short walk around Nagarkot. After lunch, we will drive back to Kathmandu, enroute visit Bhaktapur. Bhaktapur is an ancient city, embellished with Newari art and cultural heritage. Bhaktapur has several temples and palace squares to explore. After few hours of Bhaktapur excursion, we will continue our journey back to Kathmandu.

Bungee Jumping

Though trekking is the most popular tourist activity in Nepal, bungee jumping has its excitements as well especially for those adventure lovers who want ultimate adrenaline rush. 

Bungee jumping is an extreme adventure sports that involves jumping from a tall structure while connected to a large elastic cord. The excitement comes as much from the free-fall as from the rebounds. Bungee jumping gives the athlete extreme exhilaration and a memorable lifetime experience.

After early breakfast you will proceed toward Bhoti Kosi River which is around 3 hours driving distance from Kathmandu toward Nepal/Tiber border. Upon arrival, you will enjoy a day bungee jumping before you return for overnight stay back to Kathmandu.

Manakamana 

After early breakfast you will be driven to Kurintar (station hub for cable car to Manakamana temple) around 4 hours driving distance from Kathmandu. Upon arrival at Kurintar, embark on a Cable car to complete journey to Manakamana. After 15 minutes cable car journey, you will reach in Manakamana. Upon arrival, perform puja and darshan. After lunch, you will make your return journey back to Kathmandu.

Mount Everest Flight

Having a scenic flight to Mount Everest isn’t easier………

Mountain flight is a much easier way to see the Nepali Himalayan peaks. It is an hour excursion start and end at Tribhuwan domestic airport. Most flights are in mornings and operate at all times except in the monsoon seasons of June and July. The Mount Everest flight excursion should not be missed as it offers the closest possible camera views of Mount Everest, Kanchenjunga including many other snow-capped mountains and the Tibetan Plateau. 

Paragliding 

Nepal is known as best destination as Switzerland for Paragliding. Not to mention that, Pokhara, a famous city sits in the lap of Annapurna ranges Mountains and rampart of Few Lake has been nominated as the fifth best location to Paraglide in the world. Paragliding is one of the most popular adventure sports amongst adventure lovers. Paragliding trips start from the viewpoint of Annapurna, Sarangkot that offers amazing and exciting scenery of Annapurna range Mountains and Pokhara city. 

India Day Trips   

Taj Mahal

The Taj Mahal, the world’s most distinguished shrine to love sometimes called as “wonder of the world” amazingly crafted with white marble is a located in Agra, India. The Taj Mahal was built under Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in the memory of his much-loved wife in 1630 to treasure her mortal remains. The Taj Mahal is known for the optimum example of Mughal architecture with a style that combines elements from Turkish, Islamic and Persian. After early breakfast you will either board in fast train from Delhi or choose to make your journey by scheduled buses or private car towards day excursion to Agra. Upon arrival in Agra, you will proceed for Taj Mahal Agra Fort and Fatehpur Sikri.