This 8-day Nepal tour is the tour of the three most vibrant cities in Nepal: Kathmandu, Chitwan and Pokhara, each offering a distinct experience. Among these three cities, Kathmandu with its UNESCO-listed sites like Swayambhunath, Pashupatinath, Boudhanath and the Kathmandu Durbar Square offer a deep insight into the country’s religious and cultural heritage, making it a gateway to Nepal’s cultural and spiritual heart. Chitwan offers its thrilling wildlife safaris, indigenous culture and natural beauty, making it a captivating destination for nature lovers and adventure seekers, to experience the wild heart and rich tradition of one of the indigenous groups in Nepal. Pokhara, steeped in its serene lakes and stunning mountain vistas, offers a peaceful escape into nature, making it the perfect place to relax and immerse yourself in the tranquil beauty of Nepal’s majestic landscape.
This Nepal tour begins with your arrival in Kathmandu, where you will be greeted and transferred to your hotel, setting the stage for an exciting journey through the city’s rich cultural heritage and vibrant streets. After exploring the splendours that make this city a living museum, the journey continues to Chitwan, the wild heart of Nepal.
In Chitwan, the guided jungle safaris will bring you close to the wildlife, allowing you to encounter even some of the endangered species, such as one-horned rhinos, Bengal tigers, Asian elephants etc. and a number of migratory and resident birds. The journey then takes you to picturesque Pokhara where you can unwind by the serene Phewa lake, enjoy stunning mountain views, as well as experience thrilling outdoor adventures like paragiling, zip lining, ultralight flight etc.
This tour in Nepal perfectly concludes with a drive back from Pokhara to Kathmandu, a celebratory farewell dinner and transfer to the airport for final departure the next day.
To enhance the experience, you also have an option to add on experiences such as Everest Mountain flight, rafting, bungy , rafting, paragliding, ultralight flights, hot air balloon ride, zip lining, wellness programs and a helicopter ride to Everest, Annapurna or Langtang. Communicate your requirements with one of our sales representatives and let us help you customize the package for you.
To best experience the itinerary and activities, we recommend planning this tour in Nepal from September to June.
This tour in Nepal is suitable for a wide range of travelers. If you are a solo traveler looking to join a group, select the date that suits you the best from our departure schedules. If you are travelling in a group or family and looking for a private trip, we have you covered. The combination of Kathmandu, Pokhara and Chitwan also makes it a perfect choice for travelers seeking a mix of cultural exploration, wildlife adventure and natural beauty, all set against the backdrop of Nepal’s majestic landscapes. Moreover, if you are a photographer (landscape, wildlife, heritage), no other sites, no other tour packages in Nepal can beat this combination.
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Trip Includes
- Airport transfer service upon arrival and departure (private car, jeep, minivan, coaster, bus- as per the group size)
- 3 Nights twin/double room accommodation with breakfast in Kathmandu (3 Star Standard Hotel). Single supplement charge applicable for single room. Upgrades available at additional cost.
- Welcome dinner at one of the typical Nepalese restaurants for authentic Nepali food and cultural show
- One full-day guided sightseeing tour in Kathmandu (private vehicle- car/jeep/minivan, coaster, bus, as per the group size)
- Inter-city (Kathmandu-Chitwan-Pokhara-Kathmandu) transfer (Luxury Tourist Bus). Private vehicles and flight can be arranged at additional cost.
- 2 nights twin/double room accommodation with all meals in Chitwan (3 Star Standard Hotel). Single supplement charge applicable for single room. Upgrades available at additional cost.
- All activities and entrance fees in Chitwan.
- One local naturalist guide for jungle safari in Chitwan.
- 2 nights twin/double-room accommodation with breakfast in Pokhara (3 Star Standard Hotel). Single supplement charge applicable for single room. Upgrades available at extra cost.
- One full day sightseeing tour in Pokhara as per the itinerary (transportation and driver)
- All required monument entrance fees in Kathmandu and Pokhara
- Farewell dinner
Trip Excludes
- Nepal arrival visa
- Personal expenses such as mineral water, alcoholic/non-alcoholic beverages, snacks, lunch and dinner (except welcome and farewell dinner), laundry service, sim card service etc.
- Private transportation service for inter-city transfer (can be arranged at extra cost)
- Any extra accommodation, meals and transportation not mentioned in the itinerary
- Adventure activities, such as bungee jumping, paragliding, hot air balloon ride, ultralight flight, zip lining, Annapurna or Everest Base Camp helicopter tour, mountain flight, boating in the Phewa lake, cable car ride etc. (can be arranged at additional cost)
- Guide service in Pokhara (can be arranged at extra cost)
- Any extended trips or accommodation
- Early check-in and late check-out charges (levied by hotels)
- Travel insurance that covers trip cancellation, interruption and medical cost
- Tips (as an appreciation) to the service providers
Useful Information
Nepal
Nepal is a land locked country which lies in between India and China. It is one of the richest countries in the world in terms of bio-diversity due to its unique geographical position and altitude variation. The elevation of the country ranges from 60 meters above sea level to the highest point of the world, Mt. Everest at 8,848 meter above sea level. Nepal is small country but many interesting things to see. Nepal is the second richest country in the world in terms of water resources. We have beautiful Himalayan range in the north and have many rivers begins from the Glacier of the Himalaya. Nepal has three major geographical range Himalayan region, Hill region and Terai low land.
Area: 147,181 sq. kilometers
Geography: Situated between China in the north and India in the south
Capital: Kathmandu
Population: 2,642,799
Language: Nepali is the native language. However, travel-trade people understand and speakEnglish as well.
Currency: Nepali Rupee
Political System: Multi-party democracy
Religion: The major number is Hindu. However, there is a harmonious blending of Hinduism and Buddhism.
Travel season: We do have two best seasons to visit Nepal. We always suggest you to come at the right time of the year as far as possible. So the best time is Spring and Autum.
Spring: - (March, April, May) - Best warmest time to trek. Rhododendron flowers in bloom excellent trails and clear skies, best visibility. Good Temperature, warmest weather of the year.
Autumn: - (Mid September, October and November) - excellent trails, clear blue skies, best visibility.
Winter months: - (December, January and February) are also good, but it’s obviously colder. You have to be prepared for this.
Summer: - Monsoon, so rain and visibility can be a big issue (from Mid June, July and August).We do not suggest you this time to visit Nepal. Nepal can be visited the whole year round.
People: Nepal has more than 91 ethnic groups and 70 different spoken languages.
What to Wear: Lightweight clothing is recommended for May through October. Warm garments are required in October through March. An umbrella or raincoat is a must for the rainy season (June to August)
Climate: Nepal’s climate varies according to elevation. The Terai of southern Nepal has a tropical monsoon climate characterized by rainy summers and the southwest winds of the monsoon, and almost dry winters. The effect of the southern monsoon climate extends
northward into mountain valleys. In the Middle Himalayan valleys the amount of precipitation varies with the extent of exposure to the rain-bearing monsoon winds. Several high valleys located in the rain shadow (area where precipitation is partially blocked by mountains) are dry. In the Kathmandu Valley the average rainfall is about 2,300 mm (about 90 in), most of which occurs from June to September. Between elevations of about 500 and 2,700 m (about 1,640 and 8,860 ft) there is a warm temperate climate; between about 2,700 and 3,000 m (about 8,860 and 9,840 ft) a cool temperate climate prevails. Between about 3,500 and 4,100 m (about 11,480 and 13,450 ft) summers are cool and winters are very cold. Above 4,100 m (about 13,450 ft) a severely cold, alpine climate prevails.
Communication:
Postal Services: The Central Post Office located near Dharahara Tower, is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. The counters are open from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. and provide stamps, postcards and aerogram. Post Restate is available Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Express Mail Service (EMS ) is available at GPO and at Thamel, Basantapur and airport postal counters.
Telephone Services:
Telephone, fax, telex and telegraph services are available at the Nepal Telecommunications Corporation at Tripureshwar. Hotels and private communications centers provide long distance telephone. For calling from outside, country code for Nepal is 00977 and the area code for Kathmandu is 1. Nowadays anyone can buy a local Sim card to use while in Nepal (2 passport size photos and passportvisa copy).
Internet Services:
Several Internet cafes and communication centers have opened up in the Valley and around the country in the past few years. Visitors only have to find a place they are most comfortable in to use the facilities to keep in touch with home. E-mail and Internet services are also offered by hotels in the city like Kathmandu, Pokhara, Chitwan and more major cities.
Electricity:
Major towns have electricity and the voltage available is 220-volts and 50 cycles. Load shedding is sometimes experienced. However, most major hotels have installed their own generators.
Medical Services:
All kinds of medicines, including those imported from overseas are available in Kathmandu. Kathmandu Valley also offers the services of major general hospitals and private clinics. Health posts have been set up by the government in different parts of rural Nepal.
Meals and Accommodation:
During your whole tour we use deluxe hotel to ensure a comfortable stay and relaxed environment for your accommodation (From tourist standard to star level). There are many different restaurants in the city as per your interest. Rooms are generally twin share - depending on group size and room availability, triple share may be offered to your request. Hot shower, toilets, comfortable mattress, solarelectricity lights during the tour period.
While on the tour, the hotels provide good quality food in sufficient quantities. For breakfast you are likely to get porridge, cereal, toast or chapattis, omelet and a range of hot drinks. We will provide all the basic necessities like meals on full board (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and tea & coffee) from the teahouse menu.
Insurance:
A travel insurance policy that covers theft, loss and medical treatment is recommended. Make sure the insurance also covers the activities that you will be undertaking during your stay in Nepal such as trekking, rafting.
Vaccination:
Vaccination is required to plan to your trip to Nepal but it is not a must to have thing to come, but highly suggested. Your doctor will have the information of vaccination you would require to the country where you will be travelling. Hepatitis A, Japanese Encephalitis, Polio, Rabies, Tetanus, Typhoid and Malaria etc. are the recommended vaccination for travel Nepal.
Medical Kit:
A simple but adequate medical kit can be very useful while traveling. The following items are recommended: Aspirin or Panadol - for pain or fever; Antihistamine - as a decongestant for colds, allergies and to help prevent motion sickness; Antibiotics - useful if traveling off beaten track but they must be prescribed; Kaolin preparation (Pepto-Bismol), Imodium or Lomotil – for stomach upsets; Rehydration mixture - for treatment of severe diarrhoea; Antiseptic, mercurochrome and antibiotic powder or similar 'dry' spray - for cuts and grazes.
Other things to be included are:
Calamine lotion to ease irritation from bites or stings, bandages and band aids for minorinjuries, scissors, tweezers, thermometer, insect repellent, sun block lotion, chopsticks, water purification tablets, throat lozenges (Strepsils), moleskin, Sulamyd 10% eye drops, Acetaminophen (Paracetamol, Antacid tablets).
General Knowledge:
It would be hard to know all aspects of Nepal’s health problems. However, it would be useful togather information on altitude sickness (AMS), diarrhoea, giardia, dysentery, cholera, hepatitis rabies, typhoid, tetanus, meningitis diphtheria, malaria and HIV/AIDS Common sense can often save lives.
Pack list:
It is essential to have warm clothing and equipment to plan this trip. Here below are some suggestions for planning this trip. Please kindly take it as a reference and prepare yourself.
For your head:
Sunglasses with UV protection
Lip balm
Accessories:
Headlamp with spare bulbs and batteries
Small padlock or combination lock
Basic First Aid
Water bottles (2)
Hiking poles/ walking sticks
Toiletries:
Soap, shampoo, toothbrush, toothbrush etc
Ear plugs
Small wash towel
Extras:
Camera with extra batteries and cards/ film
Binoculars
Sun hat or scarf
Light balaclava or warm fleece hat
Reading book
Trail Map/ Guide book
Journal & Pen
IPod & Travel games (i.e. cards, chess, and backgammon)
Passport & Visa Information
Nepal visa is the easiest visa to obtain; you may buy your Nepal visa at your nearest NepaleseEmbassy/ Consulate or Mission offices abroad or buy this upon on arrival to Kathmandu international airport as per your convenient. You have to have 2 passport size photographs, Visa fees in US cash & valid passport at least for 6 months valid at the starting of the trip. Nationals of SAARC countries and China do not need visa when visiting Nepal. As per this rule, Indian nationals do not require visa. Transit visa is provided for foreign nationality for 3 days. Visa must be obtained for staying over the initial period of three days. Currently, foreign national can obtain Nepalese visa from the following border.
• Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu
• Kakarvitta, Jhapa (Eastern Nepal)
• Birganj, Parsa (Central Nepal)
• Kodari, Sindhupalchowk (Northern Border)
• Belhiya, Bhairahawa (Rupandehi, Western Nepal)
• Jamuna, Nepalgunj (Banke, Mid Western Nepal)
• Mohana, Dhangadhi (Kailali, Far Western Nepal)
• Gaddachauki, Mahendranagar (Kanchanpur, Far Western Nepal)
Tourist Visa Fees
3 days transit visa - Free of cost
Multiple entry 15 days - US$ 30 or equivalent convertible currency
Multiple entry 30 days - US$ 50 or equivalent convertible currency
Multiple entry 90 days - US$ 125 or equivalent convertible currency
(For further information, please, contact Department of Immigration, Kalikasthan, Dillibazar, Kathmandu
Tel: 00977-1 4433934 / 4429660 / 4438862 / 4438868, Download visa form-: www.immi.gov.np