Classic Nepal Tour by Encounters Travel

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Tour Type

Small Group

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Age Requirement

8 - 75 yrs

Operated In

English

Physical Rating

Moderate

Starts

Ends

Kathmandu, Nepal

Highlights

This comprehensive tour 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 & bustling Kathmandu.

Itinerary

Craving an adventure that showcases Nepal’s stunning contrasts? The "Classic Nepal" trip is a 15-day journey blending Himalayan trekking, wildlife safaris, and authentic cultural encounters. Ideal for travelers keen to experience the country’s breathtaking diversity, this small group tour starts and ends in Kathmandu.

Begin with a walking tour of the capital before heading to Chitwan National Park, where jungle walks, canoe trips, and jeep safaris bring you up close to rhinos, deer, monkeys, and, if you’re lucky, wild tigers. Local village walks and birdwatching add a deeper layer of immersion.

Travel to the atmospheric hill town of Bandipur, then move on to Pokhara for lakeside relaxation before launching into a five-day trek through the Himalayan foothills. This moderate trek winds through forests, farmland, and valleys, culminating at Poon Hill for panoramic mountain views. The trek is accessible to most active travelers, with guides and porters ensuring a supportive experience throughout.

After some downtime in Pokhara, return to Kathmandu via scenic Nagarkot and the historic city of Bhaktapur. With options for private departures or a less active itinerary (see "Nepal Exposed"), this trip can be tailored to your interests.

Unique selling point: The combination of guided trekking, wildlife adventure, and cultural exploration—delivering Nepal’s best-loved experiences in one expertly organized tour package.

Day 1Arrive in Kathmandu, transfer to hotel

Day 2Thamel Rickshaw Ride. Walk around Durbar Square, visit Swayambunath Stupa

Day 3Drive to Chitwan National Park, rafting option

Day 4Chitwan National Park wildlife safaris. Evening Tharu Dance performance

Day 5Chitwan to the hilltop village of Bandipur. Bandipur walking tour

Day 6Morning drive to Pokhara. Pokhara Tour, Boat ride of Lake Phewa and Momo making class

Day 7Drive to Naya Pul, trek to Ghandruk

Day 8Trekking from Ghandruk to Tadapani

Day 9Trekking from Tadapani to Ghorepani

Day 10Sunrise on Poon Hill, trekking from Ghorepani to Tirkhedunga

Day 11Finish trek, free time in Pokhara

Day 12Transfer from Pokhara to Kathmandu

Day 13Bhaktapur ancient centre with pottery lesson. Head to Nagarkot

Day 14Walk to Changu Narayan temple, Pasupatinath and Boudhanath

Day 15Kathmandu, free time, transfer to airport

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What's Included

Accommodation

All accommodation as stated in the itineraryTrekking porters (provided with clothing, footwear and accommodation as per IPPG recommendations).

Meals

Meals as indicated in the itinerary

Transport

Private car, minivan or minibus subject to group sizeAll transfers, including 24-hour airport arrival & departure transfer serviceTourist bus from Pokhara to KathmanduAdded Experiences: Kathamandu Rickshaw Ride, Tharu Dance Performance, Pokhara Boat Ride, Momo making class & Pottery class

Guide

Services of a local escort throughout the tourTrekking guide

Others

Specialist city guides and wildlife safari guides in Kathmandu, Bhakatpur and Chitwan.All national park entry and activity feesAll entrance fees to sites visited in the itinerary

What's Excluded

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