Classic Nepal Tour
Classic Nepal Tour
Classic Nepal Tour
12 Days
Visiting: United Kingdom, Kathmandu, Pokhara, Chitwan National Park
From:
$4069 including Flights from the UKNB: Prices correct on 01-Jun-2024 but subject to change.
Tour Overview
This adventure opens a door to one of the world’s most heavenly destinations: Nepal. Home to eight of the world’s 10 tallest mountains as well as some of Nepal’s most ancient and colourful heritage sites, it’s a serene and spiritual place where you’ll enjoy a warm welcome, extraordinary scenery and diverse cultures. Feel on top of the world as you take in views across the Annapurna Mountain range; breathe fresh Himalayan air as you trek to hushed mountain monasteries and perhaps catch a glimpse of a rare Bengal tiger in Chitwan National Park. There’ll be pinch-me moments too, as you stand beneath serene hilltop stupas, mighty Shiva monuments and soak up the culture in Kathmandu’s ancient Durbar or ‘Royal’ Squares.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1
Location: United Kingdom
Titan’s VIP door-to-door travel service collects you from home for your flights to Kathmandu.
Day 2
Location: Kathmandu
On arrival in Kathmandu, we’ll transfer to the hotel, where there’s time to relax and refresh before dinner.
Day 3
Location: Kathmandu
This morning we’ll head out for a guided tour of Kathmandu’s most famous attraction: Durbar Square. Colourful, noisy and crammed with monuments, temples, pigeons and street hawkers, it’s a great place to pick up the rhythm of life in Kathmandu. We’ll admire the woodcarvings in Kumari Bahal, imagine the dancers and players who once performed in the courtyard at Nasal Chowk, and we’ll learn about the Royal Kumari, a child worshipped as a Living Deity who lives here.
This afternoon there’s an optional visit to the nearby city of Bhaktapur to see its own Durbar Square. Its Palace of Fifty-Five Windows, each intricately carved in sandalwood, is considered one of the finest examples of Pagoda style architecture in Nepal.
Day 4
Location: Pokhara
Today we swap the history and culture of Kathmandu for the lakes, mountains and waterfalls of Pokhara. Once a laid-back hippie hide-out, Pokhara is now better known as the gateway to the Himalayas. We’ll spend most of today on the road but it’s a spectacular drive, ending on the shores of sparkling Lake Fewa. Here we’ll stay in splendid isolation at one of Pokhara’s oldest established hotels with views of mythical Mount Machhapuchre - Mount Fish Tail - whose high jagged peak has never been scaled.
Day 5
Location: Pokhara
Today’s included sightseeing tour of Pokhara starts with a drive up to the World Peace Stupa, which stands high on Anadu Hill overlooking the surrounding mountains, valleys and Lake Fewa below. With its white circular walls and gleaming gold spire, it’s a tranquil place, and we’ll pause a while to take in the view before taking a gentle hike to the extraordinary Shiva Statue at Pumdikot, the tallest in Nepal.
Later this afternoon we’ll step onto a boat to cruise Lake Fewa, stopping at a small island where we’ll walk to Tal Barahi temple, a statuesque two-storey pagoda that’s Pokhara’s most revered religious shrine.
Day 6
Location: Chitwan National Park
This morning you can choose from a range of optional activities in and around Pokhara. For thrill-seekers there’s the chance to soak up the views from a whole new perspective, zip-wiring or paragliding in the surrounding hills and mountains. More sedate options include a visit to the Gurkha Museum and the International Mountain Museum where you can learn more about the surrounding mountains, as well as the mountaineers who have climbed here and the people who call them home. You can also see original clothes, photos, ropes and equipment from some of the earliest climbs.
Later we’ll make our own ascent by cable car to the viewpoint at Sarangkot, to see a sweeping panorama of Himalayan peaks including Machhapuchre (6,997m), Dhaulagiri (8,167m) and Annapurna II (7,937m). After lunch in the mountains, we’ll hike to a Tibetan camp and monastery before returning to Pokhara with a stop at the traditional old bazaar whose stalls sell everything from singing bowls and statuettes to colourful clothes and jewellery, and finally the peaceful Bindyabasini Temple.
Day 7
Location: Chitwan National Park
We’ve experienced its great cultural centres and legendary Himalayas, today we journey to one of Nepal’s other treasures: Chitwan National Park, a road trip of around six hours. Nepal’s first national park promises some of the best wildlife viewing in Asia; its thick jungle and grassy plains are home to species including the royal Bengal tiger and the one-horned Asian rhino, as well as crocodiles, elephants, and migratory birds. Our base in this natural nirvana is Jagatpur Lodge, an elegant gathering of deluxe guest rooms and balconied wooden pavilions.
Day 8 : Days 8-9
Location: Chitwan National Park
During your stay you’ll be able to choose from several exciting, included activities including wildlife walks and jeep safaris and guided river tours. All these adventures give you the chance to spot exotic and rare creatures living in their natural habitat. You’ll also meet the local communities who make Chitwan National Park their home and take your seats for a lively cultural show.
Day 10
Location: Kathmandu
Putting the jungle behind us we follow the road to Kathmandu, a gloriously scenic six-hour-drive past lush, forested valleys, mist-shrouded mountains and terraced rice fields. There’ll be a warm welcome waiting at our Kathmandu hotel, after which there’s time to relax ahead of our final day’s sightseeing.
Day 11
Location: Kathmandu
Our last full day in Nepal brings us face to face with two of the country’s most sacred and symbolic sites. Pashupatinath straddles the banks of the holy Bagmati River and is Nepal’s oldest and most important Hindu temple complex, whereas beautiful Bouddhanath dominates the skyline with its whitewashed dome, gilded gold tower and fluttering prayer flags. Both are UNESCO World Heritage Sites and are absolute must-sees for visitors to Nepal.
This afternoon there’s an optional visit to Patan, an ancient city to the south of Kathmandu - the temples, palaces and courtyards in its Durbar Square are amongst the loveliest in Nepal. Back at the hotel there’s time to freshen up before we step out this evening for a farewell dinner of traditional Nepalese food accompanied by cultural dancing and folk music.
Day 12
Location: United Kingdom
Transfer to the airport for the return flights back to the UK. Upon arrival, your Titan vehicle will be waiting for the journey home. Alternatively, you can extend your tour with a further four-nights in India, witnessing the vibrant sights and sounds of Delhi and the exquisite treasures of Agra.
What's Included
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10 nights in hotels and 1 in flight
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International flights. Prices are based on return flights with Qatar Airways from London Heathrow via Doha.
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Local Titan tour manager
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23 meals: 10 breakfasts 6 lunches 7 dinnersundefined excursions and visits
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Guided tour of Kathmandu Durbar Square
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Pokhara sightseeing including a cruise on Lake Fewa
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Cable car to Sarangkot, guided hike to monastery and visit to Pokhara Bazaar
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Four activities in Chitwan National Park
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Guided sightseeing at Pashupatinath and Bouddhanath
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Cultural evening with gala dinner and traditional entertainmentPlus
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Do I have to pay a Single Supplement?
In most cases a single supplement will apply. If the price for a Single room for sole occupancy is not shown, please ask our team for details and we will be able to check the details for you.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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How long has the tour company been trading?
We've been taking our customers across the world on escorted tours for more than 40 years
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Our commitment to sustainable travel is part of our ethos. We love exploring the world and hope that, alongside our customers, we can be part of a bigger change in respecting the people and wildlife on our planet and minimising the impact we have on our environment.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
With some COVID-19 rules and restrictions still in place there are a few details that you need to know. This information is subject to change. It’s your responsibility to monitor changes and ensure you fulfil all relevant criteria for travel. Rest assured that we’re on hand to help and answer any questions you might have.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
You’ll receive your Final holiday documents via email approximately 14 days prior to your departure.
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