Nepal Cultural Highlights Roundtrip

Name: Nepal Cultural Highlights Roundtrip
Brand: Asian Heritage Treks & Travels
SKU: BM-23233
Price: 899 USD
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Rating: 4.9 (10 reviews)

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highlights

Explore the ancient monuments of the Kathmandu Valley, including Dhulikhel
Get up close to the wildlife with a jungle safari in Chitwan National Park
Find your spiritual core at Lumbini
Enjoy the views of the mountains and the lakes together in Pokhara

The beauty of Nepal is its diversity. Packed in a tiny strip of land, Nepal brings together numerous ethnicities, cultures and traditions, and with them their specific identities. Even the topography, climate and landscape varies throughout the country. To explore just one corner of this country is to miss out on a myriad of other unique experiences.

This 10-day guided tour packs in the diversity of Nepal and lets you experience the best the country has to offer. Travel across multiple topographical and climactic regions to take in the smorgasbord of a treat that is Nepal.

On this tour, you'll start from the cultural heart of Nepal, the Kathmandu Valley. Explore the unique blend of South Asian and Tibetan cultures of the valley reflected in its numerous forms of art and architecture. The valley also houses multiple ancient monuments listed as the UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Then head to the southern plains of Chitwan National Park, the largest in the country, and spot charismatic and rare wildlife, such as the one-horned rhinos and the Bengal tigers.

Afterwards, lose yourself to the calm of Lumbini, the birthplace of Lord Buddha, before relaxing at the lakeside of Pokhara, the city of lakes.

customer reviews

4.9 - Excellent Based on 10 reviews

A trip I will never forget

Eddy Allard From Belgium At Jun 23 2019

5 - Excellent

“Our Nepal trip, is a trip to never forget. This was our first experience with Nepal, and we absolutely loved every bit of it.

The program is very well selected. The activities are interesting, and give a good impression of Nepal. Our guide did everything to make the trip memorable. He definitely give us an insight in the live of his and his family, and the local nepalese.”

Geweldige reis

Anonymous From Holland At Jun 21 2019

5 - Excellent

“Wij hebben een geweldige rondreis door Nepal gehad. Samen met mijn man wilde wij al geruime tijd een bezoek brengen aan Nepal, en hebben de knoop doorgehakt om met Asian Heritage deze rondreis te maken. De rondreis was erg goed georganiseerd. We hebben een goed beeld van Nepal kunnen krijgen.”

Nice trip to explore Nepal

Ties Jonker From Holland At Jun 20 2019

5 - Excellent

“I would recommend this trip to anyone that is traveling to Nepal and want to explore the entire country. All the famous places are covered in just 10 days.”

Best of the best

Peter From Holland At Jun 20 2019

5 - Excellent

“Simply the best trip in Asia we have done so far. Me and my wife booked this trip because our friends recommended this trip and company. We especially liked Pokhara and the lake side. Also the optional paragliding excursion was very special for. us.”

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Day 1: Arrive in Kathmandu

30 minutes 4 Star Hotel at Yatri Suites & Spa

Namaste!! And welcome to Nepal. We are thrilled to welcome you to our country.

At the Kathmandu airport, our representative will meet you and transfer you to your confirmed hotel. You can relax in the hotel or take your time to stroll around the city.

Meals

Breakfast

Day 2: Guided sightseeing tour of Kathmandu

7 hours 4 Star Hotel at Yatri Suites & Spa

Our English-speaking guide will pick you at your hotel and settle you on the private tour vehicle. First, you'll visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Kathmandu Durbar Square. The square is one of the three medieval city complexes. Here, you can get a glimpse of the capital during the rule of Malla kings.

Then head to Swoyambhunath, the monkey temple atop a hill in northern Kathmandu. The site is a major Buddhist pilgrimage and boasts a panoramic view of Kathmandu with the Himalayan range in the background.

Pashupatinath Temple is one of the holiest Hindu temples in South Asia. Explore its banks of Bagmati river, a public cremation ground. Close by is the Boudhanath Stupa, the largest stupa in the country. The structure was built in 600 AD and is flocked by Buddhists from around the world.

End the long day with a transfer to your hotel.

Meals

Breakfast

Day 3: Kathmandu to Dhulikhel via Bhaktapur

7 hours 3 Star Hotel at Gaia Holiday Home

Drive to Bhaktapur early in the morning. The Bhaktapur Durbar Square is one the largest and most-preserved medieval city centres from the Malla period. The area is famous for its monuments and architectures as well as its well-preserved local traditions like pottery.

After lunch, head to Dhulikhel and to Namo Buddha, a serene monastery and temple in the outskirts of the Kathmandu valley. The area offers amazing panoramic views and allows you to observe the lifestyle of the Buddhists monks residing in the are.

Stay at the Namo Buddha Resort for the night. The resort is a relaxing and quiet place to enjoy the rest of your day.

Meals

Breakfast

Day 4: Dhulikhel to Chitwan

7 hours Resort

After breakfast, you travel overland from the Kathmandu Valley to Royal Chitwan National Park. In the afternoon, you'll be part of a village tour to a nearby ethnic Tharu village. Here you can learn more about the lifestyle of the local Tharu community.

In the evening, attend (and even join in) a Tharu cultural dance show organized by the local villagers.

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 5: Chitwan jungle safari

7 hours Resort

Start your safari with a canoe ride along the Rapti River. The ride is an excellent opportunity for birdwatching and to spot two rare crocodile species: the Marsh Mugger and the fish-eating Gharial.

Get off your canoes and continue on foot to the jungle. Your guide will take you on a walk to spot the diverse wildlife of Chitwan.

In the afternoon you will take a jeep tour through the jungle to cover larger areas and have better opportunities to spot rhinos and tigers.

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 6: Chitwan to Lumbini

8 hours Guest house

After breakfast, take an almost five-hour drive to Lumbini. Along the way, you are sure to enjoy the views of the lush rolling hills, beautiful valleys and mountain views.

Lumbini is known as the birthplace of Buddha and a world famous pilgrimage site with monasteries from numerous countries housed in the single, large complex.

Tonight you'll get the unique opportunity of staying in a guest house inside a monastery.

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 7: Lumbini to Pokhara

7 hours 4 Star Hotel at Kuti Resort & Spa

Head to Pokhara in the morning. You have free day to explore the city during the afternoon. You can choose to roam around the Lake Side, the market place around the banks of Fewa Lake. The area is filled with numerous restaurants, bars and shops, so you can spend your time in many different manners.

Meals

Breakfast

Day 8: Sightseeing in Pokhara

7 hours 4 Star Hotel at Kuti Resort & Spa

Rise early in the morning to go to the hilltop viewpoint of Sarangkot (a 30-minute drive). It provides a spectacular vantage point to observe the golden morning sun hit the snowcapped Annapurana Range. Here, you can see panoramic views of Annapurna, Machhapuchhre (Mt Fishtail) and Dhaulagiri, among others.

Your breakfast awaits you at the hotel.

In the early afternoon, go sightseeing around Pokhara, including International Mountain Museum, Devis Falls, Gupteshwor Cave and Seti River gorge. In the late afternoon just before sunset, visit the World Peace Pagoda, situated on a hilltop alongside Fewa Lake, for an amazing view of Pokhara.

Meals

Breakfast

Day 9: Pokhara to Kathmandu via Bandipur

8 hours 4 Star Hotel at Yatri Suites & Spa

A drive back to Kathmandu will take about seven hours. During the middle, you'll stop at Bandipur, a viewing station and an old Newari town. Take about an hour to roam around the beautiful town and enjoy the scenery. After lunch we continue to Kathmandu.

Meals

Breakfast

Day 10: Departure day

30 minutes

Hope you had an unforgettable time exploring Nepal the past nine days. Approximately three hours before departure of your flight, you will be transferred to the Tribhuvan International Airport and guided to the check-in hall. We hope to see you again.

Meals

Breakfast

what’s included

Airport transfers (shared with other Bookmundi guests)
Accommodation as described in itinerary
10 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 3 dinners as per the itinerary, including full-boards in Chitwan and Lumbini
Professional English-speaking tour guide
Comfortable A/C transport with Bookmundi guests only (if any booked on same date)
All entrance fees as described in the itinerary
All government and local taxes

Optional Addons (Available during check-out)

Cooking class

what's excluded

International flights
Tourist visa
Food and beverages not mentioned in the itinerary
Tips for guide and driver
Personal expenses
Donations in temples, schools, monasteries, etc.
Emergency rescue evacuation insurance of any kind
Anything not mentioned in the 'What's Included' section of the itinerary

Tour details

Availability Available Daily

Booking Type Instant Booking

Duration 10 days

Tour Type Private Tour

Age Requirement 10 +

guiding method Live guide/instructor

Guide Language English

Meeting/Start Point Pick-up at your hotel or location in Kathmandu, Nepal

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