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We Love —
- Discovering Nepal, a sensational country bordering the Himalayas, on an amazing 7 or 9 night tour.
- Experiencing the grandeur and majesty of Nepalese art and architecture, and immersing yourself in the diverse Nepalese culture.
- Encountering the wildlife of Chitwan Park, marvelling at the steep, snow-covered Himalayan peaks, and visiting serene temples in Kathmandu.
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Your itinerary in brief —
Begin your tour in the exciting city of Kathmandu, which provides a riot for the senses. Vegetable and spice vendors clamour for attention, while you’ll also find havens of tranquillity in flower-filled courtyards, tiny workshops, and hidden temples.
Next up is Bhaktapur, renowned for its elegant art and colourful festivals. Continue on to Chitwan National Park, with over 932 sq km of protected nature reserves, home to elephants, rhinos, and even Bengal tigers.
The last stop of your trip will be Pokhara valley, with forest-clad slopes connected by hanging bridges, Tibetan monasteries, and splendid views of the Himalayas.
Your itinerary for the 7 night tour:
Day 1: Kathmandu
Day 2: Kathmandu Valley
Day 3: Kathmandu - Chitwan (102 miles - 4/5h)
Day 4: Chitwan
Day 5: Drive to Pokhara (97 miles - 4/5h)
Day 6: Pokhara
Day 7: Pokhara - Kathmandu (130 miles - 5/6h)
Day 8: Depart Kathmandu
Your itinerary for the 9 night tour:
Day 1: Kathmandu
Day 2: Kathmandu - Bhaktapur
Day 3: Bhaktapur
Day 4: Bhaktapur - Chitwan
Day 5: Chitwan
Day 6: Drive to Pokhara
Day 7: Pokhara
Day 8: Pokhara
Day 9: Pokhara - Kathmandu
Day 10: Depart Kathmandu
Please note that the order of activities can be changed without affecting the programme.
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Your itinerary in detail —
7-night Tour
DAY 1: KATHMANDU
- On arrival, you will be met by our representative at the airport and transferred to your hotel (ETA: 14:00 approximately).
- After you've settled in, visit the Buddhnath Stupa - the largest Buddhist Stupa in the world. Painted in pretty pastel colours, it's adorned with fluttering prayer flags. A total of 108 Buddha images and 147 prayer wheel inserts adorn the base of the huge circular building.
- Our suggestion (optional, extra charge): Experience a blessing in the company of a senior Lama at the monastery or attend the arati Hindu worship ceremony at Pashupatinath on the banks of the Bagmati riverbank.
- Visit the temple of Pashupatinath - one of the holiest Hindu temples in the world, and one of the top five pilgrimage sites for Hindus.
Overnight stay at your chosen hotel.
Breakfast included.
DAY 2: KATHMANDU VALLEY
- This morning, set off to visit the Changu Narayan Temple. Dedicated to the Hindu god Vishnu (the preserver), it's situated on a ridge overlooking Kathmandu valley, about 12km east of the city and is considered to be the oldest pagoda temple in Nepal, built in 323 AD. The sacred complex is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. From the temple admire many Himalayan peaks.
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Day 3: Kathmandu - Chitwan
- The pretty drive to Chitwan will take 5 - 6 hours in normal road conditions (possibly longer in case of traffic jams or landslides).
- Upon arrival, at the park entry point (Chitwan), you'll cross the river on a small ferry and enter Chitwan National Park. You'll be welcomed by a naturalist and enjoy some light refreshments during an informative briefing session.
- You'll have the option to try one of a range of jungle activities including canyoning, a jungle walk and a visit to a Tharu dwelling.
- Enjoy a hearty meal of continental or Nepalese cuisine around the campfire.
Overnight stay at the Jungle Lodge / Resort.
Breakfast and dinner included.
DAY 4: CHITWAN
- Wake up early today to observe the wildlife in Chitwan National Park. The dewy grass before dawn (18-20 feet high) is the ideal habitat for rhinos, tigers and other wildlife.
- Spend 2-3 hours in the jungle, before returning to camp for breakfast.
- Again today, you can opt to try one of a range of jungle activities including canyoning, a jungle walk and a visit to a Tharu dwelling.
- Our suggestion (optional, extra cost): Enjoy some refreshments in a small local bar, such as fresh fish and shellfish, accompanied by a cool drink.
Overnight stay at the Jungle Lodge / Resort.
Breakfast and dinner included.
Day 5: ROUTE TO POKHARA: 97 miles / 4-5 hours
- After breakfast, transfer to the park exit point, where a vehicle awaits, for the 4-5 hour scenic drive to Pokhara.
- Your next destination lies nestled in a quiet valley, behind the mighty Annapurna Himalayan range, and is considered to be a Himalayan holiday paradise.
- While Kathmandu boasts medieval monuments and historic palaces, Pokhara beckons with a slower, more natural way of life.
- Observe 'mule trains' passing through the town centre, as they have for centuries, carrying food and other goods to remote Himalayan villages and the Tibetan border.
- In contrast, spot modern ultra-light aircraft humming and paragliders soaring high above, as if in defiance of the mountains dominating the northern horizon.
- Enjoy a morning walk to Sarangkot to see the glorious sunrise and the 'giants of the Western Himalayan range'. Arriving at Phewa Lake, visitors can enjoy splendid views of Machhapuchare Peak.
Overnight stay at your hotel.
Breakfast included.
Important, please note:
- The expansion of the road between Mugling and Pokhara (approximately 50 miles) is currently underway.
- This results in slow traffic and uncomfortable driving conditions, due to bumpy roads at many points along the route.
- Groups often reach their destinations hours late.
- Guests can opt for a domestic flight from Pokhara to Kathmandu, to avoid using the same route on the return journey.
DAY 6: POKHARA
- Rise early again this morning, and set off on a short walk (approx. one mile / 30 minutes) to the ancient Kaski Fort, perched atop a hill 3 miles west of the Pokhara valley. Drink in magnificent views of the Pokhara valley, the peaceful lake of Phewa and the various peaks of the Annapurna mountain range.
- After tea/coffee at Sarangkot (1,592 m), return to your hotel for breakfast.
- Later, board your vehicle, headed for Kalimati to visit the World Peace Stupa, situated on a hill on the southern shore of Lake Phewa. As well as being an impressive sight in its own right, the sanctuary enjoys a magnificent vantage point, offering spectacular views.
- Descend the hill through the wooded slopes where your guide will explain the flora and fauna.
- On reaching the shores of the lake, embark on an early evening cruise on Lake Phewa.
- Weather permitting, take a guided tour of Pokhara, including the Davis Falls, the Seti Gorge, the Bindabashini temple and the Tibetan refugee camp.
- Our suggestion (optional, extra charge): Take tea with Tibetans to understand their culture and way of life.
Overnight stay at your hotel.
Breakfast included.
DAY 7: POKHARA - KATMANDU: 130 miles / 5-6 hours
- After breakfast, return to Kathmandu and check into your hotel.
- Enjoy the evening at leisure in the centre of Kathmandu (Thamel district).
Overnight stay at your hotel.
Breakfast included.
DAY 8: DEPARTURE FROM KATHMANDU
- Relish a final freakfast at the hotel, before taking your transfer to Kathmandu International Airport for your return flight.
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9 night tour
DAY 1: KATHMANDU
- On arrival, you will be met by our representative at the airport and transferred to your hotel (ETA: 14:00 approximately).
- After you've settled in, visit the Buddhnath Stupa - the largest Buddhist Stupa in the world. Painted in pretty pastel colours, it's adorned with fluttering prayer flags. A total of 108 Buddha images and 147 prayer wheel inserts adorn the base of the huge circular building.
- Our suggestion (optional, extra charge): Experience a blessing in the company of a senior Lama at the monastery or attend the arati Hindu worship ceremony at Pashupatinath on the banks of the Bagmati riverbank.
- Visit the temple of Pashupatinath - one of the holiest Hindu temples in the world, and one of the top five pilgrimage sites for Hindus.
Overnight stay at your chosen hotel.
Breakfast included.
DAY 2: KATHMANDU VALLEY
- This morning, set off to visit the Changu Narayan Temple. Dedicated to the Hindu god Vishnu (the preserver), it's situated on a ridge overlooking Kathmandu valley, about 12km east of the city and is considered to be the oldest pagoda temple in Nepal, built in 323 AD. The sacred complex is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. From the temple admire many Himalayan peaks.
- Enjoy a gentle hike ( 2 - 3 hours) from Changu Narayan to Telkot, to enjoy spectacular views across the valley to Kathmandu, Sankhu and Bhaktapur. En route, pass through small villages and farmland bustling with agro-activity.
- In the afternoon, enjoy a guided tour of the town of Bhaktapur, where the kings of the Malla dynasty lived until 1769. It's renowned for its elegant art, fabulous culture, colourful festivals, traditional dances and typical Newari lifestyle. Explore the Royal Palace, the Golden Gate and the entrance to the Palace of 55 Windows, considered to be the most significant work of art in Nepal.
- Visit the highest temple in the entire Kathmandu Valley: the Nyatapola Temple.
- Our suggestion (optional, extra charge): Visit a Nepalese topi (traditional hat) factory (closed at weekends) and the Nepal Vocational Academy in Bhaktapur.
Overnight stay at your chosen hotel.
Breakfast included.
DAY 3: BHAKTAPUR
- Enjoy a guided tour of the town of Bhaktapur, where the kings of the Malla dynasty lived until 1769. It's renowned for its elegant art, fabulous culture, colourful festivals, traditional dances and typical Newari lifestyle. Explore the Royal Palace, the Golden Gate and the entrance to the Palace of 55 Windows, considered the most significant work of art in Nepal.
- Visit the highest temple in the entire Kathmandu Valley: the Nyatapola Temple.
- Our suggestion (optional, extra charge): Visit a Nepalese topi (traditional hat) factory (closed at weekends) and the Nepal Vocational Academy in Bhaktapur.
Overnight stay at your chosen hotel.
Breakfast included.
Day 4: Bhaktapur - Chitwan
- The pretty drive to Chitwan will take 4-5 hours in normal road conditions (possibly longer in case of traffic jams or landslides).
- Upon arrival, at the park entry point (Chitwan), you'll cross the river on a small ferry and enter Chitwan National Park. You'll be welcomed by a naturalist and enjoy some light refreshments during an informative briefing session.
- You'll have the option to try one of a range of jungle activities including canyoning, a jungle walk and a visit to a Tharu dwelling.
- Enjoy a hearty meal of continental or Nepalese cuisine around the campfire.
Overnight stay at the Jungle Lodge / Resort.
Breakfast and dinner included.
DAY 5: CHITWAN
- Wake up early today to oberve the wildlife in Chitwan National Park. The dewy grass before dawn (18-20 feet high) is the ideal habitat for rhinos, tigers and other wildlife.
- Spend 2-3 hours in the jungle, before returning to camp for breakfast.
- Again today, you can opt to try one of a range of jungle activities including canyoning, a jungle walk and a visit to a Tharu dwelling.
- Our suggestion (optional, extra cost): Enjoy some refreshments in a small local bar, such as fresh fish and shellfish, accompnied by a cool drink.
Overnight stay at the Jungle Lodge / Resort.
Breakfast and dinner included.
DAY 6: POKHARA
- Rise early again this morning, and set off on a short walk (approx. one mile / 30 minutes) to the ancient Kaski Fort, perched atop a hill 3 miles west of the Pokhara valley. Drink in magnificent views of the Pokhara valley, the peaceful lake of Phewa and the various peaks of the Annapurna mountain range.
- After tea/coffee at Sarangkot (1,592 m), return to your hotel for breakfast.
- Later, board your vehicle, headed for Kalimati to visit the World Peace Stupa, situated on a hill on the southern shore of Lake Phewa. As well as being an impressive sight in its own right, the sanctuary enjoys a magnificent vantage point, offering spectacular views.
- Descend the hill through the wooded slopes where your guide will explain the flora and fauna.
- On reaching the shores of the lake, embark on an early evening cruise on Lake Phewa.
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Important information about your tour and visits: The hotels, which comply with local standards, are indicative and may be changed locally for hotels of a similar category. The itinerary is subject to changes due to compelling reasons such as delayed flights, weather conditions or other cases of force majeure. The order of visits is also subject to change without affecting the overall experience of the itinerary.
Your hotels —
Hand-picked just for you
During your tour, you'll stay in Standard Rooms in carefully selected 4* or 5* hotels or lodges (depending on the chosen offer), as follows:
Your 4* hotels during the 7 night tour:
- Kathmandu: Holiday Inn (or similar)
- Pokhara: Aabas Pokhara (or similar)
- Chitwan: Green Mansion Resort or Hotel Park Land (or similar)
Your 5* hotels during the 7 night tour:
- Kathmandu: Aloft (or similar)
- Pokhara: Bar Peepal resort (or similar)
- Chitwan: Kasara Resort (or similar)
Your 4* hotels during the 9 night tour:
- Kathmandu: Holiday Inn (or similar)
- Bhaktapur: Hotel Bhadgaon or Hotel Heritage Bhaktapur (or similar)
- Pokhara: Aabas Pokhara (or similar)
- Chitwan: Green Mansion Resort / Hotel Park Land (or similar)
Your 5* hotels during the 9 night tour:
- Kathmandu: Aloft (or similar)
- Bhaktapur: Hotel Bhadgaon or Hotel Heritage Bhaktapur (or similar)
- Pokhara: Bar Peepal resort (or similar)
- Chitwan: Kasara Resort (or similar)
If the hotels listed above are unavailable, you will be provided with comfortable accommodation in similar hotels. Local standards apply.
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The maximum capacity of the rooms is 3 adults or 2 adults + 1 child.
Your dining choices
During your tour enjoy a bed and breakfast stay at each hotel, except for your stay in Chitwan, where you will enjoy full board.
Included extras —
Complimentary 1GB of mobile data
Stay connected on your travels with this exclusive mobile internet offer, perfect for modern travellers. Activate your complimentary eSIM and stay connected wherever you go. Share your hotspot, keep in touch with home, and explore without worrying about roaming charges. Check that your phone is eSIM compatible here.
Optional excursions —
Flight over the Himalayas (Day 2 or 3)
Fly over the Himalayas and touch the summits of the world. Aboard a helicopter or small plane, admire breathtaking panoramas where snow-capped peaks rise majestically above the clouds. From the iconic Everest to the endless mountain ranges, this flight offers a unique perspective on some of the most spectacular scenery on the planet. An unforgettable experience, between sky and peaks.
Your journey to Nepal —
Flights:
You will be able to choose your airline and flight times when you make your booking, in either Economy, Premium, or Business class, depending on the destination and carrier. This flight may include one or more stopovers. Please review your flight options carefully as departure and arrival airports may differ, in order to offer the best price.
Luggage information
Luggage, meals and other services on board may be subject to an additional fee on certain airlines. It is possible to view details of luggage allowances when you choose your flights at the next stage of the booking process. If luggage is not included with your flight, please go to the airline's website before your departure to purchase your luggage for an additional fee.
For domestic flights, airlines do not always offer the option of reserving luggage. In this case, you will need to pay for it at the airport counter.
You will receive all the information you need to check in for your flights after you have made your reservation.
Your destination —
Nepal
Nepal, a land of mystique and grandeur, beckons with its towering Himalayan peaks, vibrant traditions, and deep spiritual resonance. Dominated by the iconic Mount Everest, this destination offers an unparalleled blend of natural beauty and cultural richness. From bustling Kathmandu to tranquil mountain villages, Nepal provides a journey of discovery for every traveller.
Must-sees:
- Durbar Square, Kathmandu: A UNESCO-listed site brimming with palaces, courtyards, and temples that reveal the city’s royal and spiritual heritage.
- Lumbini: The revered birthplace of Buddha, where the serene Mayadevi Temple and Ashoka Pillar narrate a profound history.
- Chitwan National Park: A lush UNESCO site in the south, offering glimpses of Bengal tigers, one-horned rhinoceroses, and rich avian life.
Culinary culture:
Nepal’s cuisine is a delightful reflection of its diverse geography and culture. Savour dal bhat, a traditional lentil soup with rice, and sample momos, flavourful dumplings inspired by Tibetan traditions. In Kathmandu, indulge in Newari delicacies such as yomari, a steamed sweet dumpling, and enjoy piping-hot tea infused with Himalayan spices.
Dive deeper:
Nepal is more than its famous trekking routes. Explore the monastery-strewn town of Patan, a centre of traditional art and craft. Witness the Tharu culture in the southern plains, where locals preserve ancient traditions. For an offbeat experience, visit Gosaikunda Lake, a sacred alpine lake revered by Hindus and Buddhists alike.
Good to know:
Nepal’s currency is the Nepalese rupee (NPR). The best times to visit are during spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November) for clear skies and pleasant weather. Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu is the country’s primary gateway. Transport within Nepal ranges from domestic flights to scenic yet challenging road trips.
