Taste of Nepal tour – 10 days trip

After breakfast enjoy a Kathmandu sightseeing tour of UNESCO heritage sights . Experience numerous highlights including: Swayambhunath (aka the Monkey Temple), the oldest Buddhist Stupa in Kathmandu Valley; Pashupatinath, a holy Hindu pilgrimage where the bodies of the deceased are cremated in the most unique way in the world; Boudhanath, the biggest Buddhist temple in the world; and Patan Durbar Square, a medieval royal palace area which is often called The City of Fine Arts. ( this is optional can visit 2 of the sites and relax , chant with monks or can do singing bowel Therapy – something like this https://kathmanduhealing.org/ or spa at hotel – ).

Overnight: Kathmandu – Choice of hotels 5 star or boutique hotels

Dwarika’s Heritage boutique hotel – https://www.dwarikas.com/home/
Hyatt regency : https://www.hyatt.com/hyatt-regency/en-US/kathm-hyatt-regency-kathmandu
Marriott Hotel : https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/ktmmc-kathmandu-marriott-hotel/overview/

Today we will take Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour : Imagine this a crisp mountain air whips through your hair as you gaze upon the world’s most majestic highest peak Everest , a flightseeing trip; it’s a transformational experience that places you at the foot of Everest itself. From the moment the helicopter takes off from Kathmandu, you’re treated to a visual feast. Below, the Mahalungur Sub-Himalayan Range, Dushkoshi, and unique Sherpa (Bhote) Community of Nepalese settlements unfold like a living tapestry. As you approach the Everest region, the Himalayan giants (Lotshe, Nuptse, Thamserku, Ama Dablam, and Kangtenga) rise, their white snow peaks reaching towards the heavens. It’s a joyful dance of nature, and you have a front-row seat.

The heart of the adventure lies in reaching the Everest Base Camp, perched at a staggering altitude of over 17,000 feet. The helicopter gracefully descends, offering you an intimate encounter with the awe-inspiring surroundings. Weather permitting, you might find yourself standing on sacred ground, capturing the essence of the Himalayas in photographs and memories.

But the journey doesn’t stop there. The Mount Everest helicopter tour retakes flight, whisking you away to the Everest View Hotel in Syangboche. Here, against the backdrop of Everest and its towering companions, you’re treated to more than just a meal— it’s a feast for the senses. A delicious breakfast becomes a symphony of flavors, enjoyed in the company of the world’s highest peaks.

This isn’t just a tour; it’s a passage into the extraordinary, a tick off the bucket list that transcends the ordinary. The helicopter trip to Everest base camp is a humanized odyssey, a story woven with threads of wonder and awe in the majestic fabric of the Himalayas.

Distance from Kathmandu 130 kilometers (about 80 miles) in a straight line

Distance from Lukla Approximately 10–15 miles (16–24 kilometers) in a straight line

Duration 5 hours from Kathmandu ( Variable Timing Due to Weather and Air Traffic)

Difficulty level : Easy

Altitude: Everest Base Camp: 5364m – Kathmandu: 1400m – Lukla: 2860m

Peak Encounter Peaks like Mount Everest (29,032 feet or 8,848 meters), Mount Lhotse (8516 meters), and Ama Dablam (6812 meters)

Activities : Flight from Kathmandu to Kala Pathar – Breakfast at Hotel Everest View – Grounding time and interaction with the locals and the area – Flight back to Kathmandu

Highest Altitude Point 5644m at Kalapatther – 3780m at Everest View Hotel

Trip leave around6 Am and We probably will be back by mid day , we can have a lunch in one of our historical town of Bhatapur Durbar square having a chat with of of the Everest submitter to share his story .

Rest in Kathmandu hotel.

Overnight: Kathmandu – Choice of hotels 5 star or boutique hotels

Dwarika’s Heritage boutique hotel – https://www.dwarikas.com/home/
Hyatt regency : https://www.hyatt.com/hyatt-regency/en-US/kathm-hyatt-regency-kathmandu
Marriott Hotel : https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/ktmmc-kathmandu-marriott-hotel/overview/

Today after breakfast we fly to the beautiful lake city of Pokhara, we fly around 10 AM and it is about 25 minute flight, After check in at the hotel in Pokhara, enjoy a tour of Pokhara. If people are interested we can take them to the International mountain museum to learn about the amazing facts about mountains and mountain cultures. Drive back to lakeside, Pokhara and take an easy time there. You can take an evening stroll in lakeside enjoying the magical charm of the serene lake.

Overnight: Pokhara hotel choices :

Temple tree resort and Spa : https://templetreenepal.com/
Charming and historic Fishtail lodge : https://www.fishtail-lodge.com/aboutus/
Himalayan pavilion resort : https://www.pavilionshotels.com/destinations/himalayas/ or https://www.pavilionshotels.com/destinations/himalayas/lakeview/
Tiger mountain Pokhara Lodge : https://tigermountainpokhara.com/

After breakfast, take a boat across the lake and hike up to the World Peace Stupa ( optional) , which will take about one hour to reach the top. It’s a beautiful viewpoint and a Buddhist Pilgrimage as well. You will be picked up from Peace Stupa and driven down to visit Davis falls, plus visit the ancient and longest cave in South Asia.
Drive back to Pokhara and enjoy a free afternoon, spa or message.

Optional extra activities we can include : like Paraglading – https://www.paraglidinginpokhara.com/ or Ballowing – https://balloonnepal.com/ or Bunjyjumping or ultra light flight.

Overnight: Pokhara hotel choices :

Temple tree resort and Spa : https://templetreenepal.com/
Charming and historic Fishtail lodge : https://www.fishtail-lodge.com/aboutus/
Himalayan pavilion resort : https://www.pavilionshotels.com/destinations/himalayas/ or https://www.pavilionshotels.com/destinations/himalayas/lakeview/
Tiger mountain Pokhara Lodge : https://tigermountainpokhara.com/

Today after breakfast we stroll around charming lake side and later we drive half hour to the spiritual centre of a beautiful Buddhist monastery at Hemja. Explore the surrounding of the monastery until prayer time, which starts at 3:00pm. Enjoy the chanting of the rituals by the Buddhist monks. And we drive to Sarangkot, a beautiful hill famous for its sunrise and mountain panorama.

Enjoy a close-up look of the Annapurna and Fishtail.

Experience local culture as you pass through beautiful mountain villages. Evening relax at the hotel and enjoy some leisure time.

Overnight: At Sarangkot Hill – hotel choices :

Sarangkot Mountain lodge : https://barahi.com/properties/sarangkot-mountain-lodge/

Hotel Annapurna view : https://www.annapurnaview.com/

Enjoy excellent breakfast with mountain view and drive to airport ( about 1 hour)  to fly to Chitwan National Park : Experience the journey to Chitwan National Park, south of Nepal (approx. 25 min flight ). Chitwan national park was once the hunting ground of British and Nepalese aristocrats. Today the animals – elephant, rhinoceros, Tiger, leopard and deer – are protected. The greatest thrill here is to scout for wildlife on the back of an elephant. This national park is listed as a UNESCO Natural Heritage Site.

Overnight:  In Chitwan Hotel choices :

MEGHAULI SERAI, A TAJ SAFARI  CHITWAN NATIONAL PARK – https://www.tajhotels.com/en-in/hotels/meghauli-serai-chitwan-national-park

Barahi Jungle lodge : https://barahi.com/properties/barahi-jungle-lodge/

Siddhartha vilasa-banbas-chitwan –  https://siddharthahospitality.com/hotel/siddhartha-vilasa-banbas-chitwan

Full day in Chitwan National Park for exciting activities like: jungle walk, elephant riding, village visit, canoeing, visit to elephant breeding centre, bird-watching etc. A nature guide will lead us through all the activities giving us more insights about the wildlife, flora and fauna in the national park. Views of wild and aquatic life like rhinoceros, deer, bear, crocodile, and different birds can make the day there. In the evening we can enjoy the Tharu cultural show. Tharu’s are aboriginal people of the area who have their own language, culture and tradition.

Overnight: In Chitwan Hotel choices :

MEGHAULI SERAI, A TAJ SAFARI CHITWAN NATIONAL PARK – https://www.tajhotels.com/en-in/hotels/meghauli-serai-chitwan-national-park

Barahi Jungle lodge : https://barahi.com/properties/barahi-jungle-lodge/

Siddhartha vilasa-banbas-chitwan – https://siddharthahospitality.com/hotel/siddhartha-vilasa-banbas-chitwan

After breakfast enjoy fly back to Kathmandu and Later in the evening, enjoy a farewell Nepali dinner with cultural show in Kathmandu.

Overnight: Kathmandu – Choice of hotels 5 star or boutique hotels

Dwarika’s Heritage boutique hotel – https://www.dwarikas.com/home/
Hyatt regency : https://www.hyatt.com/hyatt-regency/en-US/kathm-hyatt-regency-kathmandu
Marriott Hotel : https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/ktmmc-kathmandu-marriott-hotel/overview/

Today is the last day of the tour. Transfer to the airport for the your flight onwards to home, after one trip-of-a-lifetime.