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This captivating 6-day tour of Nepal unveils the country's cultural and spiritual treasures, beginning with an exploration of Kathmandu's bustling Thamel district, where you'll encounter a vibrant tapestry of shops, restaurants, and nightlife. You'll then embark on a journey through time, visiting iconic landmarks like the historic Durbar Square, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the revered Swayambhunath Stupa, also known as the 'monkey temple'.
Venture beyond Kathmandu to discover the ancient towns of Patan, Kirtipur, and Bhaktapur, each steeped in history and artistic traditions. In Patan, marvel at the intricate architecture of Durbar Square, while Kirtipur offers a glimpse into traditional local life. In Bhaktapur, wander through well-preserved ancient streets, witness traditional crafts, and participate in a hands-on pottery class.
Experience the serenity of Nagarkot, a picturesque village nestled in the hills, where breathtaking mountain views await. Embark on a scenic walk through the Tilkot Forest Reserve to Changu Narayan Temple, Nepal's oldest, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, steeped in both Hindu and Buddhist traditions.
Immerse yourself in the authentic Newari way of life during a homestay in Panauti. Reside in a traditional Newari house, savor home-cooked meals, and connect with the warm and welcoming local community.
Conclude your journey with visits to two of Nepal's most sacred sites: Pasupatinath Temple, a significant Hindu pilgrimage destination, and Boudhanath Stupa, an iconic Buddhist monument radiating peace and tranquility.
This tour offers a unique blend of cultural exploration, spiritual encounters, and natural beauty, leaving you with lasting memories of Nepal's rich heritage and captivating landscapes.
City sightseeingNational parks
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
An excellent and highly enjoyable trip with a good amount of variety. The tour leader (Su) was superb and certainly one of the best I have encountered - no request seemed beyond him!
The trip covers a lot of ground and expect some long bumpy rides on the roads which are not currently in a good state. However it is worth it for the temples, the walks, the scenery, the wildlife, and the lovely people of Nepal. Highlights include Chitwan which as well as wildlife gives you an insight into rural Nepalese life and Nagarkot which gives you beautiful sunrise views of the mountains and lovely scenery. I also loved the cable car ride to Manakamana Temple (optional trip) and the colourful stalls there and Patan (another optional trip) which has temples and gave us the opportunity to see both Buddhist and Hindu ceremonies taking place.
Accommodation was generally good. Highlights were the Hotel Shanker in Kathmandu and Tigerland in Chitwan. The Riverside at Kurintar was lovely too.
The food was good and you get to try a good range of cuisine.
The walks were, in my view, not too strenuous and were along country tracks with a lot of uneven steps in some cases. If you are a bit unstable on your feet, take a walking pole.
Definitely a trip I would recommend.
Active and outdoorRafting
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
This 11-day tour of Nepal offers a diverse and immersive experience, combining cultural exploration, natural beauty, and thrilling adventures. Starting in Kathmandu, you'll delve into the city's rich heritage with rickshaw rides, visits to ancient temples and squares, and a taste of local cuisine.
Venturing beyond the capital, you'll encounter the wildlife wonders of Chitwan National Park, embarking on jungle walks, river safaris, and jeep excursions in search of rhinos, elephants, and other fascinating creatures. A captivating Tharu dance performance adds a cultural touch to your jungle experience.
The journey continues to the charming hilltop village of Bandipur, where you'll wander through restored streets, hike to hidden caves, and soak in panoramic mountain views. The lakeside town of Pokhara awaits, offering a tranquil retreat with boat rides, hikes, and glimpses of the Annapurna range.
From Pokhara, you'll travel to Kurintar, where you can choose between an adrenaline-pumping rafting experience on the Trishuli River or a scenic cable car ride to the revered Manakamana Temple.
As the tour progresses, you'll witness a breathtaking sunrise over the Himalayas from Nagarkot, followed by a cultural immersion in Bhaktapur, with its ancient architecture and pottery lessons. The spiritual heart of Nepal unfolds with visits to the sacred sites of Pasupatinath and Boudhanath, providing a deeper understanding of the country's religious traditions.
If you're looking for a more active tour, you may consider our Classic Nepal Tour, which follows a similar itinerary with the addition of a 5-day trek in the Annapurna Mountain range.
Private tour option
If our scheduled departure dates don't work for you, or you would prefer not to travel with a group, then we can also run this Nepal tour package privately for you. Please contact us for more information and prices.
City sightseeing
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Guest House, Home-stay
Age Range
8-75 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Kathmandu, Chitwan National Park
Kathmandu, Chitwan National Park, Bandipur, Pokhara
A real insight into Sri Lanka’s culture and heritage together with its diverse landscape. The guides wonderful positivity and knowledge really enhanced the trip experience.
Cultural, religious and historic sites
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Tent
Age Range
16-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Colombo, Negombo, Bentota, Dambu
Colombo, Negombo, Bentota, Dambulla, Polonnaruwa, Sigiriya, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Horton Plains National Park, Kataragama, Galle
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In this 16-day tour, you will be exploring all the popular destinations of India. Besides visiting places, you will also be learning about India's rich cultural heritage and storied past.
Delhi will surprise you with its interesting mix of history, art, culture and architectural wonders. Enjoy a rickshaw ride in the bustling streets of Old Delhi, visit the street markets, and learn more about the daily lives and occupations of locals.
Up next is Agra, where you will explore Mughal era architectural wonders, including the iconic Taj Mahal. After the tour of Agra, we are off for some wildlife adventure in Ranthambore National Park, most famous for its Bengal tiger population. Go on a jeep safari to spot these endangered big cats and several other wildlife species in their natural habitat.
Continue your India tour with a visit to Jaipur, which is known for its magnificent royal forts and palaces. Here you will visit various sites such as Amber Fort, Jantar Mantar, Hawa Mahal and City Palace. If you are visiting during the month of March, you are in for a treat, as the Hindu population of India celebrate Holi, the festival of colors. Jaipur is one of the best places to experience this festival.
Then you will head to another historical city of India, Jaisalmer, situated in the middle of the Thar Desert. Enjoy the tour of Jaisalmer Fort, temples, and havelis (traditional homes). Experience Jodhpur next, where you will get to explore its historical monuments and local markets.
End your tour in Udaipur, also known as the 'Venice of the East,' where you will visit the City Palace, Jagdish Temple, and take a boat cruise in Lake Pichola.
Cultural, religious and historic sites
Tour Type
Private Tour
Age Range
1-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Northeast India, New Delhi, Naga
Northeast India, New Delhi, Nagaur, Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Agra, Ranthambore National Park, Jaipur
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.
City sightseeing
Tour Type
Private Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Resort
Age Range
1-90 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Pokhara, Kathmandu, Chitwan Nati
Pokhara, Kathmandu, Chitwan National Park, Nagarkot, Chitwan
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.
Mountain biking
Tour Type
Private Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Guest House, Resort
Age Range
12-79 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Kathmandu, Chitwan National Park
Kathmandu, Chitwan National Park, Kakani, Shivapuri National Park, Chisapani, Dhulikhel
This comprehensive tour of Nepal takes you on a journey across one of the most spectacularly beautiful countries in the world. Amazing mountain scenery mixed with lush, wildlife rich jungles, ancient hilltop villages stand in contrast to the hustle and bustle of Kathmandu.
Our 15-day tour begins with a walking tour of Kathmandu before we drive to Chitwan National Park in the lowland Terai region of Nepal, close to the Indian border. There's an option available today to do an afternoon of exciting white water rafting on the Trisuli river, en-route to the park. We have two nights at a wildlife lodge at Chitwan, and enjoy a range of activities in the park, including a jungle walk, traditional river canoe trip and jeep safari. Outside the park we'll take a rural village walk to see how the local Tharu people live, and an early morning bird watching walk is also available for those keen. Chitwan is famous for its population of Asian rhinos, and there are also numerous other animals and birds to see including several species of deer and monkeys, wild boar, sloth bear, elephants, gharial and mugger crocodiles, and if you're very lucky you may catch a glimpse of a tiger too.
Next we head to the hilltop Newari town of Bandipur, the centre of which has been carefully restored and is well worth exploring. After some great mountain views from here we head to the lakeside town of Pokhara at the foot of the Annapurna range before starting a 5-day trek through the Himalayan foothills to the spectacular viewpoint of Poon Hill. We stay in locally owned trekking lodges and experienced guides and porters will accompany you on the trek. This is a moderate trek with a couple of long days and plenty of up and down, but you certainly don't need to be super-fit. You'll walk through a wide variety of landscapes and countryside including riverside trails, rhododendron forests, terraced farmland and grassy ridges, always enjoying different views of the mighty Annapurna range above you.
After a little free time to relax in Pokhara after the trek we return to Kathmandu and spend a night at the village of Nagarkot, perched on the rim of the Kathmandu Valley. After a morning sunrise and hopefully stunning views of the Himalayas, including Mount Everest in the far distance, we return to Kathmandu via Bhaktapur, where we take time to enjoy the wonderful, intricately carved, wooden architecture of the traditional Hindu temples and surrounding buildings. The tour then ends back in Kathmandu.
For those looking for a less active tour of Nepal, you may consider our Nepal Exposed tour, which follows a similar itinerary, but without the 5-day trek.
Private tour option
If our scheduled departure dates don't work for you, or you would prefer not to travel with a group, then we can also run this tour privately for you. Please contact us for more information and prices.
Rafting
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Lodge, Home-stay
Age Range
8-75 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Kathmandu, Tikhedhunga, Pokhara
Kathmandu, Tikhedhunga, Pokhara, Chitwan, Chitwan National Park, Bandipur, Ghandruk, Tadapani, Ghorepani
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.
Wildlife safaris and game drives
Tour Type
Private Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Resort
Age Range
1-90 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Kathmandu, Chitwan National Park
Kathmandu, Chitwan National Park, Lumbini, Bhaktapur, Panauti