Explore Nepal

Experience a few days in rural Nepal as an add on to your trek, jungle safari or Bhutan tour. Escape from the hustle and bustle of Kathmandu and immerse yourself in our pick of Nepal’s most peaceful yet accessible countryside.

Fly to Chitwan for a 2-day jungle safari in Chitwan National Park. Your accommodation is in a well established hotel with a large outdoor swimming pool. Visit the elephant breeding centre, take an early morning canoe ride and go on a jeep safari in the national park.

Drive to Bandipur, one of Nepal’s most charming villages. A beautifully restored historic village perched on a hilltop, Banidpur is known for its pedestrianised main street lined with quaint houses and charming restaurants. This is one of the only places in Nepal were you can enjoy al fresco dining without any traffic passing you by. Stay in a restored heritage building that retains all its original and charming features whilst providing…

Continue to Pokhara for two nights and explore the lakeside. Trekkers can add in a trek to the tour at this point as an add on.

Continue to the largely undiscovered district of Nuwakot, where you will be based in a lovingly restored heritage farmhouse for two nights. Relax in the garden, join a guide for a village walk or explore the historic hilltop fortress and durbar square.

This tour is ideal for people who love exploring off the beaten track from the comfort of their own vehicle and enjoy hand picked boutique accommodation without joining a large group.

US$2,155*

*Per Person. Minimum 2 pax.

10 NIGHTs

Availability: February to April & October to December

* Price based on twin share accommodation. Single room supplement available subject to availability
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TRIP EXCLUSIONS

Tourist guide
Nepal tourist visa
Comprehensive travel insurance.
Some lunches and dinners
Alcoholic or soft drinks, including bottled water (we recommend using filters or supporting safe drinking water programme)
Tips for driver

Trip Inclusions

Private vehicle with driver
Quality accommodation with some meals
Breakfast at all hotels and some dinners or lunches
One-way domestic flight to Chitwan
Chitwan National Park fees and guide
Jungle Safari

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About Travel at High altitude

ITINERARY

DAY 1

Kathmandu: Your journey begins in Kathmandu, stay in comfortable boutique accommodation as you settle into the rhythms of Nepali life. Explore some of the most atmospheric and holiest sites in Kathmandu, such as the ancient Stupas of Bouddhanath and Swayambhunath.

Overnight: Kathmandu
Altitude: 1,400 m.

DAY 2

Kathmandu: Continue exploring Kathmandu.

Overnight: Kathmandu
Altitude: 1,400 m.

DAY 3

Fly to Chitwan: Take a short flight from Kathmandu to the Terai region, where you’ll be driven to Chitwan National Park. Explore the area with your guide and enjoy watching the sunset from the river bank.

Flying time: 25 mins + 45 mins drive
Overnight: Sauraha
Altitude: 190 m.

DAY 4

Chitwan: Take a canoe ride in the morning stopping at the elephant breeding centre. In the afternoon go on a jeep safari in the national park. In the evening, there will be a Tharu stick dance performance.

Overnight: Sauraha
Altitude: 190 m.

DAY 5

Drive to Bandipur: Drive for a few hours to one of Nepal’s most beautiful villages, Bandipur. Perched on a saddle ridge, Bandipur has been pedestrianised and feature quaint shops and cafes, down a beautiful main street adorned with flowers.

Driving time:
Overnight: Bandipur
Altitude: 1,000 m.

DAY 6

Drive to Pokhara: Drive into Pokhara, Nepal’s second-largest city and famous for its mountain views, Phewa lake, and the base of Annapurna trekking. Relax at your accommodation, enjoy a paddle on the lake and dine at the many western-style eateries on lakeside.

Driving time: 3 hours
Overnight: Pokhara
Altitude: 820 m (max elevation).

DAY 7

Pokhara: Enjoy more of Pokhara

Overnight: Pokhara
Altitude: 822 m.

DAY 8

Drive to Nuwakot: Take a morning hike or linger over breakfast before skirting the city to head over Shivapuri to Nuwakot. Famous as the ‘City of Nine Hills’, Nuwakot holds historical importance in Nepal’s history. Nuwakot Palace was built by Nepal's first king Prithvi Naryan Shah in the 18th century. Sadly, it was badly damaged in the earthquakes of 2015 but is under renovation. Continue to your well appointed farmhouse accommodation nearby.

Driving time: roughly 2-3 hours
Breakfast and Lunch included

Elevation 950 m.