Holiday in detail

W've put together a thrilling journey; one that covers all facets of Nepal. Our tours of Kathmandu, Patan and Bhaktapur will give you first hand experience of how this Kingdom has remained locked away from the world, and only made accessible since the 1950's. Sometimes you'll feel like you're stepping back in time.

We'll take you to the exotic jungle where you'll stay near Chitwan National Reserve. Here we'll take you on safari by elephant to spot rhino and possibly tigers. We move on to the World Heritage Site of Lumbini, to experience the birthplace of the Buddha and then Pokhara, for a stay overlooking its beautiful mountain lake - and surrounded by the Himalaya (please note views of the Himalaya are dependent on weather). 

This wonderful journey includes:
  • Fully escorted with Tour Leaders, guides and support staff throughout your stay
  • All activities and entrance fees as listed in the itinerary
  • All accommodation as listed 
  • All land transport 
  • Transfers to and from Kathmandu airport
  • Full board in Chitwan, 2 nights half board, bed and breakfast other nights (food can be bought very cheaply other days)
  • Your international flight to Nepal is NOT included but can be booked from around £450. You can also arrive earlier or stay on later, please see our how to book page.
Day 1,
Your flight from the UK is, in most cases, overnight arriving next day.
Day 2,
After your flight we meet you at the airport and take you to your hotel, for a comfortable two night stay. In the evening there will be a special (included) welcome dinner. HB
Day 3,
We begin our tour of old Kathmandu with a visit to the iconic Swayambhunath, perched on the top of a hill overlooking Kathmandu Valley with its shrines and temples. Our tour of Kathmandu is followed by Boudhanath to see how Tibetan culture continues to thrive in Nepal. Evening free to wander into the bustling night markets of Thamel or relax in the hotel. B&B
Day 4,
Early morning optional flight over the Himalaya for views of Mt. Everest. We visit Pashupatinath - a sacred place of daily cremations (featured on Michael Palin's 'Himalaya').  We then drive to the Unesco World Heritage city of Patan before continuing to magical Bhaktapur with its ancient squares, architecture and traditional ways of life that haven't changed for hundreds of years. On arrival short guide walk of city. Here we'll stay here for two nights in traditional guest houses. B&B
 
Day 5,
Free to explore this fascinating city with its cobbled stoned streets, markets and witness a way of life hardly changed in hundreds of years. B&B
 
Day 6,
Drive to Chitwan National Reserve and the exotic jungle where we stay near the reserve on full-board basis for the next two nights. From tomorrow jungle activities begin: Elephant riding safaris to spot rhino (and possibly tigers), jungle walks, bird watching, floating down a jungle river in dug-out canoes, as well as a visit to a local village are all included. HB
Day 7, 
Breakfast, lunch, dinner included. Activities as above continue. Or just relax and enjoy the peaceful surrounds of being near the jungle. FB
 
Day 8,
Today we make the pilgrimage drive to Lumbini, birthplace of the Buddha. In the afternoon (or next morning depending on arrival) we will be taken around the site as well as his birthplace.
 
Day 9,
We continue to the lovely Pokhara surrounded by the Himalaya and stay at a comfortable hotel near Nepal’s second largest lake.  B&B
 
Day 10,
Free day. You may wish to join us for an optional drive and trek to a hill village to learn how to cook Nepalese food in a tradtional setting. There is a small fee for this.  B&B. 
 
Day 11,
Free day. B&B 
Day 12, 
 
Today we drive back to Kathmandu. Tonight you will be taken for a special farewell dinner. HB 
Day 13, 
 
Transfer to airport for your flight home. B&B 
 
 

Codes
FB = Full Board. HB = Half Board. B&B = Bed and breakfast. 
Mt Everest flight - just £139
An optional extra on your journey is a spectacular early morning flight over the Himalayan mountain region and Mount Everest. Typically a 6am start on Day 4 (although this may change due to weather conditions) we take you to board a small light aircraft (everyone gets a window seat) where you experience this dramatic 45 minute flight. Payment for the Everest flight must be made locally in Nepal preferably in £UK sterling. No credit cards can be accepted so please budget for this. You need to reserve your place on the booking form with no payment until you're in Nepal.


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