Splendours of Nepal

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Splendours of Nepal

13 Days Starting and ending in Kathmandu 44600, Nepal

Visiting: Kathmandu, Nuwakot, Bandipur, Pokhara, Lumbini, Chitwan National Park

Tour operator:

UncleSam Holidays

Tour code:

SON13

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 10

Physical rating:

Low, Easy

Age range:

1-90

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians, Vegans, Meat, Kosher, Jain, Halal

Tour operated in:

English , French , German , Spanish

Private Available:

From: $3237 $3083 (USD) Travel Club discount: -$154

NB: Prices correct on 10-Mar-2025 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Embark on an unforgettable journey through Nepal, starting with your arrival in Kathmandu, where you'll experience the vibrant culture and history of the city. Over the next few days, explore the rich heritage of Kathmandu before heading to Nuwakot, a tranquil town that offers a peaceful escape into rural life. Your adventure continues with visits to Bandipur, a charming hill station, and Pokhara, known for its stunning lakes and panoramic mountain views. Discover the sacred birthplace of Buddha in Lumbini, followed by an exciting wildlife experience at Chitwan National Park. Conclude your tour with a return to Kathmandu for your departure, leaving with lasting memories of Nepal’s diverse landscapes, culture, and wildlife.

Highlights

• Explore ancient temples in Kathmandu Valley
• Stroll through medieval Bhaktapur city
• Witness sunrise over Annapurna from Sarangkot
• Visit Buddha's birthplace in Lumbini
• Enjoy wildlife safaris in Chitwan National Park

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Arrival at Kathmandu

Location: Kathmandu

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

On the day of arrival at Kathmandu airport, our UncleSam Holidays representative will assist you at the airport and later transfer to your pre-booked hotel for night stay.

Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 2 : At Kathmandu

Location: Kathmandu

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for full day guided tour around Kathmandu valley, visit sacred Pashupatinath Temple, Swyambhunath - very ancient and essentially enlisted in UNESCO World Heritage sites. Also visit the biggest Buddhist Stupa at Boudhanath, Kathmandu Durbar Square and Patan Durbar Square.

Also enjoy the evening Aarti ceremony which is performed at Pashupatinath Temple, a famous hindu temple situated on the banks of Bagmati river. Also walk to the nearby streets, explore local market, talk to locals and taste street food, etc.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 3 : Kathmandu - Nuwakot (85 Kms / 3 Hrs)

Location: Nuwakot

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Nuwakot. Upon arrival at Nuwakot check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay.

After refresh yourself, later proceed for guided walk tour to Nuwakot, visit the historic temples around the village, fortress and also walks near the surrounding countryside.

Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 4 : Nuwakot - Bandipur (130 Kms / 4 Hrs)

Location: Bandipur

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Bandipur, via enroute visit old temples, shrines, holy caves and Newari architectures. Upon arrival at Bandipur check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay.

After refresh yourself, later proceed for guided walk tour to Bandipur, visit around village and Bandipur Bazaar and enjoy the sunset.

Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 5 : At Bandipur

Location: Bandipur

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Early morning before breakfast, hike to the wooden shrine of Thani Mai perched on top of the steep slope of Gurungche Daada and enjoy sunrise views of the Himalayas mountains. later back trek to your hotel for breakfast and spend some quality time with leisure activities.

Later proceed for your walk tour to explore Bandipur, visit Siddha Gupha and also enjoy the 4-hour trek to the Magar village of Ramkot. This scenic village has some rare thatched roundhouses and traditional buildings with wooden balconies, and is a place to see age old farming techniques in practice.

Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 6 : Bandipur - Pokhara (80 Kms / 2:30 Hrs)

Location: Pokhara

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Early morning before breakfast, hike to the wooden shrine of Thani Mai perched on top of the steep slope of Gurungche Daada and enjoy sunrise views of the Himalayas mountains. later back trek to your hotel for breakfast and spend some quality time with leisure activities.

Later check out and proceed for your walk tour to explore Bandipur, visit Siddha Gupha and also enjoy the 4-hour trek to the Magar village of Ramkot. After finsh your walking tour to Bandipur, later continue drive to Pokhara. Upon arrival at Pokhara check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 7 : At Pokhara

Location: Pokhara

Accommodation: Hotel, Hotel

Accommodation Name: 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast, Breakfast

Early morning before breakfast drive to Sarangkot to enjoy the magnificent view of the Annapurna range, Machhapuchhare, Himchuli, Manaslu and many others. Later drive back to your hotel and enjoy your breakfast and spend some quality time with leisure activities.

After refresh yourself, later proceed for sightseeing tour to Pokhara, visit Phewa Lake, Begnas Lake, Mahendra Cave, Seti River Gorge, Barahi Temple, Mountain Museum, World Peace Pagoda etc which are most popular spots. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 8 : Pokhara - Lumbini (205 Kms / 6.30 Hrs)

Location: Lumbini

Accommodation: Hotel, Hotel

Accommodation Name: 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast, Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Lumbini. Upon arrival at Lumbini check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 9 : At Lumbini

Location: Lumbini

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for sightseeing tour to Lumbini, visit the Brithplace of Lord Buddha, including the Mayadevi Temple, Ashoka Pillars, Japanese Stupa, Chinese Stupa, Vietnam Stupa and many other famous international monasteries around and Also visit Lumbini Museum.

Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 10 : Lumbini - Chitwan (170 Kms / 5.30 Hrs)

Location: Chitwan National Park

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Chitwan. Upon arrival at Chitwan check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay.

After refresh yourself, later get ready to explore Tharu Village and know about their unique lifestyle and culture. Also enjoy the Tharu Cultural Dance Performances.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 11 : At Chitwan National Park

Location: Chitwan National Park

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Early morning before breakfast proceed for Chitwan national park to enjoy canoeing ride on the Rapti River where you may see crocodile (Ghadiyal) and visit Elephant breeding centre.

After finish your morning game drive, later drive back to your hotel and enjoy your breakfast and spend some quality time with leisure activities. After lunch at hotel, later enjoy your elephant ride to explore the jungle and wildlife. You will be able to see the one-horned rhinoceros, several types of deer, monkeys, wild boar, bison, sloth bear, leopard and elusive Royal Bengal tiger. Our guides will help you identify some species of birds, plants and other wildlife that you may encounter. You can also take amazing wildlife pictures for your memories during the jungle safari / Game drive. Evening return back to your hotel for night stay.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 12 : Chitwan - Kathmandu (230 Kms / 6.30 Hrs)

Location: Kathmandu, Kathmandu

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Kathmandu, via en-route visit to Manakamana Temple.

Upon arrival at Kathmandu check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 13 : Departure from Kathmandu

Location: Kathmandu

Accommodation Name: 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and transfer to Kathmandu airport to board the flight for your next destination / Home.

What's Included

12 Nights accommodation based on double / twin sharing basis.
Assistance during arrival and departure by UncleSam Holidays.
Daily breakfast at Hotel.

12 Breakfast.
All sightseeing including airport transfers by an AC vehicle.
English speaking guide at Kathmandu, Nuwakot, Bandipur, Pokhara and Lumbini.

Other languages guides are available on additional charges.
2 Wildlife safari at Chitwan national park with Professional Naturalist.
One mineral water bottle per person per day.

What's Not Included

Visas Fee (if applicable).
Monument entry fees.
Tips (always optional, but some guidance will be given in the pre-departure information pack you’ll receive after booking).
Beverages other than drinking water & any costs of a personal nature.
Internal/International flights to/from the start/finish of the trip.

Mode of Transport

All sightseeing including airport transfers by an AC Car MUV / SUV / Sedan car with an English speaking driver. Drivers of our private vehicles are experienced with good knowledge of the road conditions and well trained. The type of vehicles provided are as follows :

Passenger Vehicle type
• 1-2 persons Air-conditioned medium car such as Etios / Dezire or similar
• 3-4 persons Air-conditioned large car such as Toyota Innova or similar
• 5-10 persons Air-conditioned mini-van such as Tempo Traveler or similar

Accommodation

Accommodation at 3 Star deluxe hotels.
4 or 5 Star hotel upgrade are available on request basis.

Check out our Q&As

What is the maximum group size?

10
Do I need to purchase travel insurance before travelling?

Absolutely. Every traveller is required to purchase travel insurance before the start of their tour. Due to the varying nature, availability and cost of health care around the world, travel insurance is very much an essential and necessary part of every journey. Its only suggestion from team Unclesam Holidays.
Are airport transfers included in this tour?

Yes
What currencies are required for this tour?

INR is local currency.
Do you require a visa for this holiday?

Only for foreign national traveller.

Company Instant Book

Yes
Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?

Yes
Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?

Yes
What is the tipping policy?

Tips always optional.
What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?

100% Departure if there is single traveller.
Are children permitted to take part in the tour?

Yes
Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?

Yes
Is there a supplement for solo travellers?

Yes
Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

Yes
Are flights included in this tour?

No
Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?

Yes
What is the fitness level required to do this tour?

Easy
How many people will be on my trip?

UncleSam Holidays provide private and group tour it's completely depend on you which category you are choose. if you are choosing a group tour there is maximum 40 guests.
Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?

UncleSam Holidays is a not-for-profit organisation established in 2011. So far, UncleSam Holidays work hard to help underprivileged communities and support sustainable tourism around the world.
Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

The beauty of taking a guided holiday with us is you’ll have the opportunity to meet and travel with people from all over the globe
What are the coaches like?

We pride ourselves on having the finest fleet of fuel-efficient, fully air-conditioned coaches – all with reclining seats and on-board restrooms. The high vantage point from your coach’s window means you can take in all the glorious scenery, whether it’s a vast rural landscape or an urban city center.
Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

We select our hotels for their quality, impeccable service and comfort, with the majority of them having air-conditioning. Few hotels don't have air conditioning due to the colder climate.
How much luggage can I bring?

You can bring one suitcase per person and weight not exceeding 23 kg (50 lbs) due to the limited space on the coach. You can also bring one piece of hand luggage, provided it is small enough to take on the coach and does not have telescopic handles.
Are the travel guides experience?

Our Travel Guides come from a variety of backgrounds but they all share a passion for travel. These experienced professionals show you what the guidebooks can’t – a true insider’s perspective of each destination. Each Travel Guide have at least five years’ experience under their belt.
What if I have special dietary requirements?

We can accommodate guests who are vegetarian and can assist with diabetic, gluten-free and other medically-recommended diets. Please advise us at time of booking. Unfortunately, we’re unable to supply meals in accordance with strict religious requirements. We can’t provide salt-free, Kosher, Halal, requests for specific dietary supplements such as soya milk, and high protein or low-carb meals.
Will I need a visa?

You are responsible for obtaining all necessary visas prior to the departure of your guided holiday. Depending on your nationality, you may need visas to enter certain countries included on your trip. Please note that obtaining visas can take up to six weeks prior to your departure. It is strongly advised that you consult your Travel Agent and the local Consulate or Embassy of the country you are visiting well in advance to determine which visas they require and how to obtain them.
Do I need travel insurance?

We strongly recommend that all guests have a travel insurance policy to ensure your peace of mind before and while travelling. It's important that you protect yourself in case of trip cancellations, an interruption for any reason, baggage delays or loss of baggage and medical expenses.

Reviews of this operator

Sandra Gurvis

Great trip to India

12-Nov-2024

Highly recommended to everybody for holiday packages in India. I really appreciate them for their management everything was well managed on every tour and will keep travelling with them in future also.

Julia

Perfect Trip

16-Aug-2024

Very helpful staff helped me during my trip too regarding all bookings thanku fir making my trip a memorable one

Mike

Well Mananged Services

02-Oct-2024

i dont have words to explain my excellent experience with unclesam holidays, I will travel one' again with your company and will share this valuable experience with friends and family

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