This is a fantastic itinerary neatly revealing the attractions of Nepal that should not be missed. This unique journey combines sightseeing, nature and adventure. We recommend it for first timers to Nepal and those with limited time to enjoy culture, rafting, walking and elephant safari.
- 10 days for £718 per person
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Essential Nepal 10 day tour
Kathmandu, Pokhara, Saranghat, Chitwan National Park, Bhaktapur
Itinerary
Day 01
Depart UK
Day 02 - D
Arrive Kathmandu
Meet our representative at the airport and transfer to hotel. The rest of the day is free. In the evening enjoy an informal welcome dinner and a chance to taste real local cuisine.
Day 03 - B
Kathmandu
In the morning you will take a guided walking tour from the hotel to Durbar Square via the tourist centre Thamel. Durbar Square is listed as a UNESCO Cultural World Heritage site. It is a cluster of ancient temples, palaces, courtyards and streets dating back to the 12th and 18th centuries.
In the afternoon visit Pashupatinath, one of the most important Hindu temples of Lord Shiva in the world. It draws wandering Sadhus from all over India.
A short walk away you will find Boudhanath, one of the largest Buddhist Stupas in the world. Around here you will experience vibrant and unfettered Tibetan culture from the large community of Tibetan exiles.
Today’s tour is an ideal experience to compare and contrast the different faiths but also see how they overlap and exist in harmony.
Day 04 - B
Pokhara
In the morning you will leave for your 30 minute flight to Pokhara, which is considered by many to be one of the most beautiful places in the world. Meet our representative at the airport and transfer to hotel. Take a half-day guided tour of Pokhara’s natural beauty: see the Gupteshor Mahadev Caves, Devi’s Fall and visit the Mountain Museum. The rest of the day is free for you to explore the area.
Day 05- B
Pokhara
View the sunrise over the beautiful village Sarangkot with stunning views of the Himalaya. Later you will cross Phewa Lake by boat and hike to the World Peace Pagoda (1-2hrs). The Pagoda is a massive Buddhist stupa situated on top of a hill on the southern shore of Phewa Lake. Besides being an impressive sight in itself, the shrine is a great vantage point which offers spectacular views of the Annapurna range and Pokhara city. The rest of the day is free.
Day 06 – B L D
Pokhara|Saranghat
Drive to Damauli, from where you will start rafting to Saranghat (approximately 3.5 hours). This rafting trip on the river Seti is one of the most beautiful short river expeditions available in Nepal. The warm waters of this river are heated naturally with the help of underground springs and geothermic activity. The generally gentle river has plenty of small and straightforward rapids. Class-II ending with Class-III rapids. Stay overnight camping under the stars on the banks of the river.
Day 07 – B L D
Saranghat | Chitwan National Park
Raft 3-4 hours to Gaighat village, from where you will drive to Chitwan. In the afternoon explore the village and visitor centre on a tour. In the evening you will be entertained by a traditional dance show. Stay overnight at the safari lodge.
Day 08 – B L D
Chitwan National Park
Today you will take a canoe ride along Rapti River. This is an excellent opportunity for birdwatching and you might even see two rare species of crocodile: the Marsh Mugger and the Gharial Crocodile.
Later go for a jungle walk, before making friends with an elephant: You will have the chance to go elephant bathing on the back of your new friend and play with it in the water. Afterwards take a safari on elephant-back. Stay overnight at the safari lodge.
Day 09 – B D
Chitwan National Park | Kathmandu | Bhaktapur
Fly back to Kathmandu.
Visit Bhaktapur for half a day, the city of devotes and the best preserved of all the ancient cities of Kathmandu Valley. Bhaktapur is the most original and is without a doubt the most historically authentic city and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is literally a living museum where farmers dry their harvest, potters turn their wheel and people go about lives as they have done for so long.
Return to hotel and afternoon is free. Enjoy a traditional farewell dinner in evening.
Day 10 - B
Depart Nepal | Arrive UK
Drive to the airport, your guide will help you and bid you farewell.
Dates & prices
J F M A M J J A S O N D
9 nights/10 days
From £718 per person*
*on twin share basis
Costs Include
Twin sharing standard hotel accommodation
Meals as in itinerary
All surface transportation by private non AC vehicle
Domestic airfares
Entrance fees at monuments for one time entry
Sightseeing tours with English speaking guide as per program
Nepali Farewell dinner with cultural program
Costs Exclude
International airfares
Nepal visa fees
Tips
Flight options
International Flights
If you wish us to book your international flights, we are able to quote you a price and move ahead if you are happy. We’d also like to inform you that we are finding our flight prices not as competitive as they used to be and that cheaper fares can be found more readily with online companies or with a specialist high-street flight agents. It is absolutely fine to book your own flights if that means a better deal for you, all we need is to take a note of your flight details to organise our representative to meet you at the airport on arrival at your destination.
We strongly recommend that you book tickets from an ATOL holder, you can check by looking for the ATOL logo in advertisements, brochures and websites.
Domestic Travel
All domestic travel arrangements are included in your trip; such things can include bus journeys, domestic flights, and airport transfers.
Arrival
You will be met at the airport by our representative who will arrange transportation to the hotel and help you get checked in.
Add-ons
Maps
"Really well managed, all experiences were equally the best but the jungle was huge fun and we loved the final night cultural event, service was excellent. You could have done nothing more to make our holiday more enjoyable, 10 out of 10, thank you!"
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