From CAD 999
Guarantee
Small Group
Average
Rating
(21 reviews)
Experience Overview
Ten days is all it takes to experience what makes Nepal so ridiculously amazing. This tour starts and ends in Kathmandu and packs incredible views, temples, hikes, food, and moments into every step along the way. Experience local living and ancient Magar culture in Panauti. Opt to para sail or just stroll along Phewa Lake at Pokhara. Have your mind blown as you hike alongside one of the world’s most beautiful mountain ranges.
Highlights
- Take in Kathmandu Durbar Square
- Connect with local people at the Panauti Community Homestay
- Hike alongside lakes and mountains
- Dive into Kathmandu's urban cultural vibes
Trip Details
Product Code: 1550
Tour Type: Small Group
Accommodation: Basic
Transport: Private vehicle, hiking, walking.
Guide Language: English
Travel Styles:
18 - 35 Year Olds Only
Supplier Code: ANKK
Starts: Kathmandu, Nepal
Finishes: Kathmandu, Nepal
Duration: 10 days
Departures: Guaranteed
Physical rating:
Average
Includes
Activities
- Your G for Good Moment: Panauti Homestay, Panauti Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group Your Big Night Out Moment: Lakeside Bar, Pokhara
- Patan Durbar Square Tour
- Swayambhunath Temple Visit
- Hike to Panauti Community Homestay
- Bike Tour of Panauti Region
- Bandipur Orientation Walk
- Ramkot Village Hike
- Pokhara Orientation Walk
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodation
- Hotels (7 nts), community homestay (2 nts).
- 2 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners
Transport
- Private vehicle, hiking, walking.
Group Leader
- CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout.
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD 999 (CAD 100 /day)
Itinerary
Day 1: Kathmandu
Arrive at any time and welcome to Nepal's bustling capital - Kathmandu.
Tonight, get to know your fellow travellers as we wander through Patan Durbar Square for your first night out; pick the best looking spot and cheers to new adventures and friends.
Day 2: Kathmandu
Take a walking tour of Patan Durbar Square where we view the Royal Palace and the temples built in the traditional Newari pagoda style. Also visit Kumari Chowk, home to Nepal's living goddess; If she is accepting visitors, we can receive a blessing. After, visit Swayambhunath the most ancient and enigmatic of all the holy shrines in the Kathmandu Valley. Remainder of the day is free to explore, opt to visit Bhaktapur or the Pashupatinath Temple or stroll around the bustling markets.
Day 3: Kathmandu/Panauti
Drive to Sanga and lace up your hiking shoes for a hike through the countryside and local Villages. Take in stunning views and meet friendly folks along the way to Panauti Village community homestay; a G Adventures–supported initiative. Settle into one of the welcoming homes and get to know your host family by pitching in and learning how to cook local dishes for dinner this evening.
Many families in Panauti Village have come together to establish a homestay program. Get to know a local family, explore this lovely village, and if you are inclined to pitch in, assist with preparing your evening meal - learning how to cook local dishes then eat together with your host family.
Day 4: Panauti
Enjoy a bicycle tour of the countryside and ride through three indigenous towns: Panauti, Sunthan and Khopasi. Explore small temples, peddle through an orange farm, learn how silk is produced from silk worms and try a cup of Nepali masala tea. Head back to our homestay for lunch then take a free afternoon to explore the town on your own before another home-cooked dinner with your hosts.
Day 5: Panauti/Bandipur
Enjoy stunning views as we drive along the Trishuli River passing ancient stone villages backed by steep rice terraces and the mountains beyond. Arrive in beautiful Bandipur village an ancient trading stop which has been able to maintain its distinct culture. Take an orientation walk around town exploring a bit of history, architecture, and local tradition.
Day 6: Bandipur
Enjoy a hike along local trails with stunning panoramic views of the entire Annapurna Ranges. Along the way we pass though small communities, the old fort of Purano Kot, and visit temples. Continue to Ramkot Village inhabited by the Magar Tribe, a very remote and simple Nepalese community originating from the ancient Mongols. Take a walk through the town before returning by vehicle to Bandipur.
Day 7: Bandipur/Pokhara
Drive towards the mystical Himalayan mountains, and our next stop, Pokhara. Get your bearings in town on an orientation walk around Lake Phewa and be sure to capture a panoramic group photo with the stunning Annapurna range backdrop.
Day 8: Pokhara
Get to know Pokhara more in-depth by freely exploring this exciting city. Opt to visit Mt Sarangkot for a spectacular Himalayan sunrise, visit the stunning World Peace Pagoda or explore Lake Phewa by boat, then wander the markets for some last minute shopping. Later, get ready for your big night out at a lakeside bar with your new friends. Grab a drink on us and cheers to all the life-changing adventures you've just shared.
Day 9: Pokhara/Kathmandu
Travel the last leg of this trip through the stunning green valleys, terraced hills and sweeping mountain views back to Kathmandu. Enjoy the remainder of the day exploring the city which is fascinating at every turn, simply wander around and see where chance, fate, or the city may lead you.
Day 10: Kathmandu
Depart at any time.
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Tour Operator
G Adventures
G Adventures is an operator of small-group escorted tours. It is based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada with 28 offices worldwide. It offers more than 700 itineraries in more than 100 countries, and carries 200,000 travelers from 160 countries each year.
In Business Since 1990
Reviews
Laia E. - Traveled, November 2023
it's a great way to visit as much as possible while meeting amazing people and diving into each country's culture
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/11/2023
Samuel B. - Traveled, November 2023
Easy to travel with interesting itineraries
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/11/2023
Jens T. - Traveled, November 2023
I had a great time and I also think that the price is really good. The only thing it would change is the ',difficult', level of this trip I would say this was a 2/5 rather then a 3/5 .
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/11/2023
Lauren D. - Traveled, November 2023
Highly experienced and knowledgeable guide with great insights into local places. I enjoy doing small group travel
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/11/2023
Julian H. - Traveled, October 2023
Very likely, though room for small improvements in the experience with G Adventures (app, organizations)
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/27/2023
Jana D. - Traveled, October 2023
Best guide
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/27/2023
Edward P. - Traveled, October 2023
I thoroughly enjoyed my recent trip to Nepal, and I believe that the travel style offered by G Adventures allows me to explore the world and have fantastic experiences while doing so at a reasonable cost. I also very much appreciate having a local CEO, who is always helpful and knowledgeable and makes the travel process smoother and more enjoyable.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/27/2023
Andrew M. - Traveled, October 2023
I really enjoyed the experience, Akshay was super attentive and the crowd this tour attracted was awesome
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/27/2023
Alexander P. - Traveled, October 2023
Great guide. Great value for money. Good balance between fun and insight
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/27/2023
Sarah P. - Traveled, September 2023
Well organized tours that often take you off the typical tourist path with highly experienced and knowledgeable CEOs
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/30/2023
Nicole S. - Traveled, September 2023
I had the best time!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/30/2023
Betty W. - Traveled, September 2023
The tour is well organized while still being flexible - and our tour guide, Akshay was so accommodating and informed, it really made the trip what it was
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/30/2023
Emma G. - Traveled, September 2023
As a solo female traveler, it was great to meet other solo female travelers. There was a good balance between independent time and also time with the guide. The tour allowed us to have a more authentic experience of Nepal, especially the homestay, and hearing more about the history of the country which is difficult to achieve otherwise. Akshay, our guide, was really attentive to our needs, made sure we felt safe and really went above and beyond to make sure we all had a fabulous time.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/30/2023
Elaura M. - Traveled, September 2023
The roads were very bumpy but that's not the fault of the driver or tour
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/09/2023
Rosalyn Y. - Traveled, September 2023
It was great for solo travelers looking for people to connect with instead of traveling alone.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/09/2023
Amelia S. - Traveled, September 2023
The organization, people you meet and the guides
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/09/2023
Andrew S. - Traveled, September 2023
It was a perfect way to see a distant country in a safe, group-guided travel. I appreciated the balance of planned activities and free-time.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/09/2023
Volodymyr B. - Traveled, August 2023
The tour was nicely organized and was very enjoyable. The CEO Puskar was friendly, knowledgeable, and kept the group very well engaged.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/11/2023
Helen S. - Traveled, August 2023
good organization, fantastic guide, nice group (18-30something)
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/11/2023
ValŽrie B. - Traveled, August 2023
The routes are well chosen and the CEO was great.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/11/2023
Lani-Jana B. - Traveled, July 2023
Puskar (our tour guide) was amazing! He was extremely passionate and knowledgeable about all the places we went. The group we were with were also amazing. The tour itself/itinerary was good. It was a good amount of time for what we did. I'd recommend this tour for anyone that is new to Nepal. It helped us feel comfortable in the country - so much so that we plan to come back but for more hiking
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/28/2023
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