This tour is fully escorted by a dedicated tour leader who will accompany you throughout the tour. If your tour includes multiple countries, you will be met by a new tour leader in each country and any internal flights included will be unescorted.
This tour is categorised as 3 out of 5
Balanced exploration with walking tours: Our most popular style, this tour offers a good mix of planned activities and free time. Expect moderate daily walking tours, so pack comfortable shoes.
As a general requirement across all of our trips, you may be required to walk up and down stairs, get on and off transportation, handle your own luggage, and participate in all scheduled sightseeing that may be conducted on uneven ground and terrain. Any physical ailments you may have must be disclosed at the time of booking to determine your suitability and where required, supporting documentation may be requested to ensure that we are comfortable that you will enjoy your trip.
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✓ Incredible sightseeing, including panoramic views of the Himalayas from Nagarkot at sunrise and sunset, wildlife safari in Chitwan National Park and the highlight - a spectacular scenic flight to view Mount Everest
✓ Time to explore Gupteshower Cave, Sarangkot Hill, Chitwan National Park, Kathmandu and Pokhara
✓ Experience the breathtaking Mount Everest from above during your included scenic flight
✓ 7 nights in 3-star accommodation in Kathmandu, Nagarkot and Pokhara
✓ Airport transfers included on the first and last day of your tour
✓ 2 nights at a safari lodge within Chitwan National Park
✓ Breakfast daily, 2 lunches & 3 dinners including a farewell dinner in Kathmandu
✓ Fully escorted by professional, English-speaking guide
✓ Dedicated, comfortable coach transportation
✓ 7 Day cooling off period
✈ Needing international airfares to accompany your Inspiring Vacation? You will be able to access our flight portal after securing your package to add international airfares to your booking.
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On arrival into Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM), you will be met in the arrivals hall and transferred to your accommodation in Kathmandu.
There will be a pre-trip briefing after you have checked-in your accommodation - its location and time will be communicated to you closer to your arrival.
Arrival airport transfers are included as part of your package. You will be met upon arrival at the airport and transferred to your hotel.
If Inspiring Vacations has not provided your international airfares, please ensure you provide your flight details via your Traveller Hub portal no later than 90 days prior to travel so that your transfers can be confirmed.
Please note: if you are arriving early and have made your own arrangements prior to your tour commencing, airport transfers will not be included. However, if you are purchasing pre-nights accommodation as part of your Inspiring Vacations package, airport transfers will still be provided to the starting hotel.
This morning you will meet your local guide, who will take you on your introductory tour of Kathmandu.
As you venture through the city, you will disembark the transportation and be able to venture around some World Heritage Sites such as; Bhaktapur Durbar Square and its’ collection of pagodas and shikharas, Changunarayan Temple and its’ richly decorated sculptures, Patan Durbar Square and its’ palace buildings and artistic courtyards.
On arrival into Nagarkot, check into your accommodation before heading out just before sunset for a famous view of the Himalayas as the sun goes down.
Today you head west towards the Pokhara - the gateway to Annapurna.
The drive is approximately 7-8 hours, however there will be regular stops at stunning vistas or noteable sights to break up the drive.
Today is spent exploring the natural wonders and sights of cultural significance surrounding Pokhara.
Your touring will include; both Begnas and Rupa Lake which lie to the north-east of the Pokhara Valley, at the foothills of the Begnas Mountain, Davis Falls (Patale Chhango) where you will marvel at the centuries of erosion and unique potholes, Gupteswar Cave and its hall-sized caverns and tight crawl spaces and Mahendra Cave which is renowned for its stalagmites and stalactites.
Culturally, you will visit two different museums; the first is the Pokhara Museum where you will learn the lifestyle and history of the Gurungs, Thakalis and Tharu. The other, the Gurkha Memorial Museum, which is dedicated to the famous Gurkha Warriors who earned their name during many battles fought during the World Wars and their operations since 1815.
Overnight in this beautiful lake-side city.
Prior to sunrise, drive approximately 45 minutes to the base of your sunrise walk destination - Sarangkot View Point. The walk is approximately 25 minutes and will conclude at the best vista in Pokhara to view the Himalayas.
Weather permitting, you will be able to see the magical sight of the golden sun rising over white spires of the Annapurna range, Dhaulagiri and Machhapuchhre (Fishtail Peak), including views of the beautiful Pokhara Valley and Phewa Lake.
Return to your hotel for breakfast before commencing the drive to Chitwan National Park.
On arrival into Chitwan, you will be briefed by the accommodation’s Guest Relations Officer, who will detail your itinerary over the next few days.
Following lunch, you will be taken on a guide tour of a local village.
Dinner will be ready for you upon returning to the resort.
Today is spent exploring Nepal’s Chitwan National Park.
At sunrise, rise for your early morning safari. This is the best time to see animals at their most active - in search of food before the peak of the day lulls them into rest. Creatures that can be found in Chitwan National Park; various amphibians, Mugger Crocodile, Gharial, various types of lizards, various types of snakes (including the King Cobra), over 300 different avian breeds, Asian elephants, various species of monkeys, various species of deer, Asian black bears and sloth bears, leopards, Indian rhinoceros and famous Bengal tiger.
After breakfast, stroll through the forest en route to a local boat for a safari on the Narayani River.
Return to the resort in time for lunch and the afternoon at leisure.
Early this evening, you will be entertained by the Tharu Cultural Program.
Before breakfast, you will embark on another morning safari in search of endemic birds found in the national park.
Over 173 different bird species have been spied in the national park since records have been kept. Some of the most notable birds you may see include; the oriental pied hornbill, changeable hawk-eagle, spotted owlet, red junglefowl and the ruddy shelduck.
Return to the resort in time for breakfast before heading back to Kathmandu.
Today is all about exploring the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Kathmandu.
Each of the sites you will visit today hold an important significance in Nepalese culture and history; the Bouddhanath Stupa - the largest stupa in the valley at 36 metres high. Swoyambhunath Stupa - also known as The Monkey Temple, one of the holiest Buddhist sites in Nepal, overlooks the Kathmandu Valley. Pashupatinath Temple - one of the most sacred Hindu shrines in the world, it is richly ornamented and houses the sacred ‘Linga’, or phallic symbol or Lord Shiva.
Conclude today by visiting Kathmandu Durbar Square and its complex of palaces, courtyards and temples. It was built between the 12th and 18th centuries with the purpose of being the seat of the ancient Malla Kings of Kathmandu. The stone inscriptions set into the wall of the palace are written in 15 languages. The square is the social, religious and urban hub of Kathmandu.
Early in the morning, you will be transferred to the domestic airport for your Everest flight. The one-hour flight takes you within the camera range of some of the highest peaks in the world, and cruising this close to the awe-inspiring mastiffs of rock and ice, is an out-of-this-world experience. This special mountain flight offers the closest possible aerial views of Mount Everest, Kanchenjunga and many other giants, as well as the Tibetan Plateau.
After returning to Kathmandu, you have the afternoon and the evening to stroll along the streets of Kathmandu for some last-minute shopping.
This evening you will have a farewell dinner with your fellow travel companions.
Today you will be transferred to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in time for your departure flight.
Departure transfers are included as part of your package. You will be collected from your hotel at the appropriate time and transferred to the airport to meet your flight.
If Inspiring Vacations has not provided your international airfares, please ensure you provide your flight details via your Traveller Hub portal no later than 90 days prior to travel so that your transfers can be confirmed.
This is a land only package.
This package does not include international airfares. If you would like to add airfares to your booking our flight portal will be available via your Traveller Hub. The flight portal will allow you to search for all available airfares to your destination. The function works like most general flight search engines allowing you to select your preferred airline, book different cabin classes (eg. Business class) and view flight durations and transit times to your destination.
The flight portal will be available via your Traveller Hub once the following criteria has been met:
Visit our Flight Hub for more information on terms and conditions, amending your flights and information on luggage allowances.
Some of our packages will include airport transfers in either one or both directions when arriving or departing from your destination. To know if transfers are included please view the ‘inclusions’ section of your selected package. If airport transfers are stated, transfers will be included as advised.
If transfers are not included, we also offer the option to book your airport transfers using our online portal. Access to this portal is available through your Traveller Hub once your booking is confirmed. Transfers are readily available and do not need to be booked until your final hotel list has been confirmed. Once you have made a transfer booking, please refer to your confirmation email for all transfer details including a local contact number for the transfer company.
If you book pre and/or post-tour accommodation on your own arrangement, and the tour includes transfers, note that these will be forfeited. The transfers are only provided in line with the tour dates and pre and/or post-tour accommodation purchased through Inspiring Vacations when available.
It is the traveller's responsibility to ensure they have a valid passport. The passport must be valid for a minimum of six months from the intended date of return. Visas may be required for your destination. For further visa information, click here.
Fitness Requirements
While the tour itinerary should give you some guidance and overview to the expected requirements, to determine if this tour is right for you we categorise each of our tours in terms of their intensity. These guidelines are to ensure that each tour group is conducted as expected and to ensure the overall satisfaction of all Inspiring Vacations customers.
As a general rule, porterage is not included, therefore at all times you are expected to handle your own luggage where help may not be available.
This particular tour is categorised as a '3'
Moderate Tour: A good level of fitness and mobility is required, as this tour includes a moderate level of physical activity and is considered a medium-fast paced tour. You should be able to walk up and down stairs, get on and off the coach and able to walk reasonable distances of approximately 2 kilometres per day or more with ease. Any physical ailments you may have must be disclosed at the time of booking to determine your suitability. If you have any form of walking aids, other than a walking stick or hiking poles, then this tour is not suitable.
Tipping
A friendly reminder that tipping is not included in your package. While tipping is not customary, there is an expectation that you tip your local guide (USD$20/day, driver USD$10/day) but this is entirely at your discretion.
Accommodation
The accommodation listed is subject to change. Any changes will be of an equal or higher standard. Bedding configurations (double or twin) are requests only. All efforts will be made to meet your preferences, but we can’t guarantee your request will be available at all properties.
Single travellers
When booking this tour, solo travellers will be presented with two options:
1 - Single Supplement
By paying an additional $495.00 per person, in addition to the twin-share price, you guarantee the privacy of your own room throughout the entire trip.
2- Shared Room with a known friend
If travelling together with a friend, you can opt to share your room with him/her and avoid paying a single supplement.
You and your friend can create a unique booking each. Creating a unique booking, gives each of you the flexibility of making different travel arrangements (such adding extra accommodation, flights, etc), make separate payments and have individual access to our Traveller’s Hub
During the purchase path, you will need to provide your friend’s booking ID (if known) or at a minimum, your friend’s full name.
Triple Share
Not available.
Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is compulsory for this tour to protect yourself against the unexpected. In addition to the support that a policy may provide, you may be asked to present a copy of your travel insurance documentation while traveling.
Group Size
Minimum: 2
Maximum: 18
Children
Children must be 5 years old or above and share a room with parents at all times. Children are charged the same price as adults.
Tour Style
To meet the needs of various types of travelers, we choose to operate various types of tours, and depending on your selected package will mean different services are provided throughout your trip. The following descriptions of each tour style we hope will ensure that each traveller has appropriate expectations before they start their travels:
All participants must be in good physical condition to fully engage in this journey. For the safety and welfare of yourself and fellow travellers, if you are feeling unwell prior to departure, we advise staying home and contacting us to arrange alternate plans.
Prior to selecting your trip, carefully review the itinerary to assess your ability to comfortably manage our travel style. Please be aware that if, based on evaluation by our leader or local representative, a participant is deemed unable to safely complete the itinerary, we retain the right to exclude them from all or part of the trip without reimbursement.
It is advisable to consult your physician for current medical travel advisories and any required vaccinations before embarking. We recommend carrying a first aid kit and any necessary medications in their original packaging, as they may not be readily available during travel. For those carrying medication, it's essential to check your government's foreign travel guidelines for local restrictions or regulations.
Beyond your standard travel items, please find below a list of items we believe that are necessary to make your time in Nepal more comfortable. Please take into consideration that you will be at a higher altitude (maximum 2195m or 7201ft), the sun will be strong yet the weather cool:
You can enhance your holiday by arriving or departing before or after the tour. On this tour you can choose from the following options:
Pre Tour Accommodation
Post Tour Accommodation
Please select the number of extra nights required in the 'Additional Nights Accommodation' field when making your purchase. The additional cost for these arrangements will be added to your final payment invoice and are subject to availability.
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