IT was an incredible adventure Trip with incredible impressions and great encounters. Our Nepali Tour Guide Narayan was very friendly, helpful, Had a great knowledge and was cery well organized. This Trip ist highly recommended
An adventure sports tour in Nepal was one of my favorite trips of all time. We had a great time and an unforgettable trip The tour company provided excellent service and everything was well organized. The information and the knowledge that we got during our stay were the best and full of details. Everything was arranged perfectly, and I did not have to worry about anything from our stay to the places we visited. Amazing experience and an amazing guide. An excellent trip, looking forward to another, perhaps next year.
My trip to Nepal was absolutely incredible! In the limited time frame, the tour managed to cover all of the country's major highlights. The tour guide was highly knowledgeable and kept us informed with up-to-date information about the sites we visited. Needless to say, it was a truly fantastic experience.
An excellent tour of Nepal. Trekking through the jungle was a great experience and views of the mountains - simply amazing! I was very impressed with the guides. They were gracious, knowledgeable and pleasure to trek with!!! In addition, the breadth and depth of knowledge the guide has is phenomenal, he made sure everything ran to plan while maintaining a cheerful deposition at all times. 10/10 to the company and the trip!!
Sights, sounds, places, activities, events, food: everything on the agenda offer us an opportunity to truly experience the countries and cultures we visited.
An exclusive 12-day journey curated for discerning travelers eager to explore Nepal's diverse treasures efficiently. Our meticulously designed itinerary encompasses the nation's prime attractions, from the UNESCO-listed temples and palaces dotted across the Kathmandu Valley to the exhilarating wildlife safari in Chitwan National Park and the captivating lakeside city of Pokhara.
While Nepal is renowned for its towering mountains, including eight of the world's fourteen eight-thousanders, such as the iconic Mt. Everest, our concise itinerary offers a unique perspective. Witness the awe-inspiring majesty of these peaks during a scenic mountain flight.
Our adventure commences in Kathmandu, where we allocate two days to immerse ourselves in the city's rich cultural tapestry. Uncover revered sites like the Swayambhunath Stupa, Kathmandu Durbar Square, Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa, Patan Durbar Square, Bhaktapur Durbar Square, and Changunarayan Temple.
Continuing our journey, we proceed to the picturesque lakeside haven of Pokhara for a two-night stay, with a highlight being the breathtaking sunrise vista over the Annapurna mountain range from Sarangkot.
Next, our path leads to Chitwan, a lowland district renowned for Chitwan National Park, which offers captivating safaris and remarkable wildlife encounters. The park is home to various species, with Bengal tigers and one-horned rhinos among its notable residents.
We conclude our tour back in Kathmandu, beginning with an exhilarating one-hour mountain flight that provides breathtaking vistas of Nepal's iconic peaks. On our final day, we explore the historic town of Kirtipur, located on the outskirts of Kathmandu, where we delve into the rich culture of the indigenous Newar community, indulge in authentic Newari cuisine, and immerse ourselves in the local heritage.
Everything about this trip is awesome as every step you take will lead you to a lovely place with heartwarming people. The Ultimate Nepal family vacation is created to provide you with the life experience and a chance of a lifetime to explore Nepal altogether. This tour is the ultimate combination of all the adventures that you can think of in Nepal. This tour is an optimum combination of thrilling activities, peaceful short hikes, celestial natural vistas, wonderful villages, jungle safari, and many more. Nepal is known for its magnificent Himalayas for which you will get to closely observe the high elevated mountains by a short Mountain Flight. It's the adventure of a lifetime. You will witness the beauty of the natural phenomenon which includes glorious sunrise and sunset, spectacular mountain peaks, enchanted forests, and untamed forest faunas.
This particular tour will take you closer to raw nature. After observing the crown of the country, the Himalayas, you will visit the grasslands of Nepal, Chitwan. Where you will experience some of the most exciting activities such as jungle safari. Participating in the Jungle safari can be an abundantly euphoric adventure for you as you will observe beautiful undiscovered and endangered animals and birds. The main attraction of this place is its unspoiled nature and wildlife along with its unique culture. Nepal is not only rich in natural resources but also in cultural diversity with more than 120 individual ethnic groups with their own cultures, traditional practices, and beliefs. Village visits are part of this trip which means you will get to learn about different cultures and history.
To reach this small settlement, one must hike as there are no motor roads. You will go through beautiful trails inside the jungles. This countryside exhibits the true meaning of a minimalistic lifestyle. As mentioned there is little to no modern transportation, as a result, you will domesticate animals carrying goods like horses, mussels, donkeys, and Yaks. Walking along with the beats of the Himalayas will truly make your day. Everything about this trip is awesome as every step you take will lead you to a lovely place with heartwarming people.
Our guide, Sudarshan kc, was the best guide I've had on any Explore trip I've done (4, so far). He was really knowledgeable, gentle, warm, funny, & friendly, he looked after our group fantastically. Nothing was too much trouble, his recurrent phrase was 'anything is possible'. The tour itself was brilliant & flowed really well, despite the longer road journeys due to the landslides that had occurred a few wks before. In fact, I'd go as far to say those journeys were actually quite an adventure in themselves! For me, it was a perfect trip, the 4 days trekking were amazing, challenging at times, but worth the effort to see the stunning views of the mountains. The teahouses were simple but really welcoming, & in fab locations for views. Pokhara was a beautiful place for a bit of a rest, the calm lake, great shopping, & places to eat. Chitwan was outstanding, especially with the rhino sightings, & close encounters!
I was lucky to have a great group of people to travel with too, which made the trip a lot of fun.
Kathmandu is exactly what you'd expect, a city full of life, bustling traffic & historic sights. People are very warm & friendly.
I'd recommend this trip wholeheartedly.
I wanted to stay longer, & shed tears when I left. Many thanks.
The itinerary is very well thought out with lots to see and do. Everyday had a highlight and the Nepalese are so friendly and inviting. The views of the Himalayas in Nagarkot and Pokhara were stunning. The hotels were in excellent locations throughout. There are walks for those who want to and options for those who don't. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone, regardless of physical ability. Our tour leader, Su, was excellent and worked tirelessly to ensure our safety, enjoyment and general happiness. He is the best leader I have had out of some 27 tours. This is Explore's strong point - they know how to pick and train tour leaders and Su was the best of the best.
This biking safari adventure takes you, at first, for a thrilling ride around the Kathmandu valley. As you ride up and down the hills and adventurous trails on your mountain bike, the beautiful Himalayas dominate the skyline. And then, the trip takes you to Chitwan National Park. Lonely Planet, the largest travel guide book publisher, says it is “one of the best wildlife-viewing national parks in Asia”.
You begin your biking adventure by paddling from Kathmandu. Enjoy riding in the bustling city and then start a challenging ride to Kakani, a quiet town atop a ridge. The hill station offers mesmerizing views of the Himalayan ranges from Annapurna to Everest (weather permitting). Ahead is a 9-km single track, known as “Scar Road”, which runs through Shivapuri National Park. In the trip, you will get lots of opportunities to ride in challenging trails. On Day 3 while biking from Shivapuri village to Chisapani, you will ride on a single biking trail known as “30 Minutes of Heaven”.
From Chisapani, cycle to Nagarkot, which is another popular hill station offering the breathtaking sights of the snow-white peaks. The major attraction of staying overnight at Nagarkot is the sunrise in the morning. Wake up before dawn and go out on the balcony. You will be amazed at the scenery. The sun rays light up the Himalayan mountains and turn them from white to red and gold.
From Nagarkot, ride for 5 km along a ridge at first. You will pass through beautiful towns that have preserved their cultures well and have distinct medieval look. They are Panauti and Dhulikhel, both of which are Newari towns. You will stay at Dhulikhel today. The next morning’s ride will take you from Dhulikhel to Banepa via the sacred Buddhist pilgrimage site, Namobuddha. From Banepa you will be picked up and driven back to Kathmandu. You will pass through a giant statue of Shiva, one of the significant Hindu gods along the way.
When the biking tour ends, the safari adventure begins. Take a drive to Chitwan National Park. At the park, you will do lots of activities such as elephant safari, canoeing, jungle safari, visit to elephant breeding centre and watching wildlife. You will get to watch some of the rare wild birds and animals and plants.
Embark on an unforgettable 12-day guided journey through Nepal, commencing in the vibrant heart of Kathmandu and extending to captivating locales beyond the city's bustling core. Our exploration encompasses the city's illustrious durbar squares and extends to the enchanting Changunarayan Temple, the spiritual sanctuary of Namo Buddha, the quaint villages of Panauti, Bungmati, and Khokana.
Continuing our adventure, we set our course for the renowned Chitwan National Park, a haven for some of the world's most endangered wildlife, including the majestic Royal Bengal tiger and the iconic one-horned rhinoceros. Dive into the park's wilderness through an exhilarating jungle safari and gain insights into the fascinating Tharu ethnic group, indigenous to this region.
Our journey then leads us to Lumbini, the sacred birthplace of Lord Buddha, offering a profound spiritual experience.
To add a touch of grandeur to our itinerary, we've included a breathtaking mountain flight, granting you unparalleled vistas of the towering Himalayas from the comfort of your airplane seat. As our remarkable adventure comes to a close, we invite you to explore the comprehensive itinerary below for further enchanting details.
Travelling as as single person i find Explore group holidays a good way of seeing countries and places i wouldn’t go to alone. I enjoy the groups company finding like minded people to share meals and have fun and laughter together.
Darjeeling and Bhutan is a wonderful trip and experience that i strongly recommend.