Journeys: Discover Nepal

Journeys: Discover Nepal

10 Day Tour - October 19th to 28th 2025

A National Geographic Journey with G Adventures

  • Day 1 - Kathmandu

    Arrive in Kathmandu at any time. Attend the group welcome meeting.

    Arrival transfer is included.

    Enjoy an immersive and meditative full body and mind wellness experience during a sound bath demonstration at Avata Wellness in Kathmandu. Since ancient times, people have been using sound to heal and wash away mental distress. It may even help with the jet lag from a long flight to Nepal so you can begin your adventure feeling refreshed. Brass singing bowls will be used during the session to create a comforting and meditative atmosphere. Afterwards, a six-course vegetarian meal will be served at Nourish by Avata. All dishes are prepared using traditional Nepali herbs and spices, a perfect blend of delicacies that will introduce you to the many different flavours of Nepal.

    Exclusive Inclusions: Your Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group | Dinner

  • Day 2 - Kathmandu

    Spend the day exploring Kathmandu, the colourful capital of this Himalayan nation. Pay a visit to Bodhnath Stupa, the holiest Tibetan Buddhist shrine outside of Tibet, and explore the wood-carved temples, pagodas, and palaces of Bhaktapur, Nepal’s medieval capital.

    Optional afternoon excursion (additional cost): Get a close look at awesome Mt Everest, the highest mountain in the world, without having to do any climbing; this one-hour plane tour will give you an unforgettable experience. At times, the weather may cover Everest, but the surrounding view is still worth the ride!

    Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch

  • Day 3 Kathmandu/Pharping

    Venture to the ancient hilltop temple of Swayambhunath, decorated with vibrant prayer flags and home to troops of rhesus monkeys. Later, we’ll hear about National Geographic Grantee Chhing Lhomi’s efforts to preserve the weaving traditions of the Upper Mustang region through her work with the Himalayan Indigenous Society, a Kathmandu-based nonprofit. Then depart for nearby Pharping, known for its Buddhist pilgrimage sites, and settle into a tranquil monastery guesthouse for the night. Get an insider’s view of monastery life, and enjoy a chanting and prayer service; or opt to take a walk in the monastery’s peaceful grounds. Enjoy a cooking demonstration at local community restaurant and learn how to make Nepalese momos (dumplings). Afterwards, taste your delicious creations.

    Experience the serenity of a Tibetan Buddhist monastery. The monastery guest house offers comfortable accommodations in a peaceful setting with balconies and private western-style bathrooms. There are approximately 200 monks in residence following the Nyingmapa tradition. This is a new monastery (2006), and income from the guest house directly supports it.

    Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch

  • Day 4 - Pharping/Kurintar

    Rise at dawn to listen to the monks’ morning chanting, and witness a stunning sunrise. Then drive to the small riverside village of Kurintar and hike to our lodge, nestled on a forested hill overlooking the Trishuli River. Opt to relax by the pool or take a guided walk through the surrounding countryside, stopping at local villages.

    Arrive at our remote lodge, which sits on a ridge amidst the hills overlooking sandy beaches and a river. Forests cascade down the hillsides, enclosing tiny settlements of tribal people.

    Meals Included: Breakfast | Dinner

  • Day 5 - Kurintar/Royal Chitwan National Park

    Today, we travel towards Chitwan National Park, Nepal’s oldest wildlife reserve and a UNESCO World Heritage site. The park is home to 68 recorded mammal species, including the one-horned rhino and the Bengal tiger, as well as hundreds of species of birds. Check in to our lodge, located on the banks of the East Rapti River. After lunch, board a traditional flat-bottomed boat for a river safari, keeping your eyes out for aquatic birds, crocodiles, and other riverine fauna.

    Spend two nights enjoying cultural and wildlife excursions in and around Royal Chitwan National Park (RCNP), the oldest national park in Nepal. Established in 1973, it became a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1984. Within its area of 932km² (579 mi²), RCNP is home to at least 43 species of mammals, 450 species of birds, and 45 species of amphibians and reptiles, including sambars, chitals, rhesus monkeys, tigers, and langurs.

    Meals Included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

  • Day 6 - Royal Chitwan National Park

    Spend the day exploring Chitwan National Park on a variety of excursions; activities differ depending on the season. Set out on a jeep safari through the grasslands and forests, seeking out rhinos, leopards, elephants, monkeys, and the elusive Bengal tiger.

    Meet with a “tiger technician” from the Nepal Tiger Trust, a nonprofit dedicated to the protection and conservation of these majestic cats. Visit a farming village bordering the park for a glimpse of rural life, and return to our lodge this evening in time for a dance performance by the local Tharu people.

    Meals Included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

  • Day 7 - Royal Chitwan National Park/Pokhara

    Drive to Pokhara, an enchanting town set on the shores of turquoise-hued Phewa Lake against a backdrop of snowcapped Himalayan peaks. Enjoy a guided walk around the city, and opt to have dinner at a popular local restaurant.

    Nestled in a tranquil valley at an altitude of 827m (2,713 ft), beautiful Pokhara lies on a once vibrant trade route between India and Tibet. To this day, mule trains can be seen bringing goods to trade from remote regions of the Himalayas. This enchanting city has several beautiful lakes and offers stunning panoramic views of Himalayan peaks. It's a popular place to relax and enjoy the beauty of nature.

    Meals Included: Breakfast

  • Day 8 - Pokhara

    Venture to Sarangkot village early this morning and hike to the famed Sarangkot lookout to witness a breathtaking sunrise over the Annapurna Himalaya. Back in Pokhara, climb up a lush forest path to the gleaming white Peace Pagoda, built by Japanese monks after World War II.

    Later, visit a Tibetan refugee settlement, established by the United Nations in 1964. Learn about the history of the community on a walk through their photo gallery, and enjoy a traditional Tibetan lunch. In your free time, opt to take a boat tour of Phewa Lake.

    Meals Included: Breakfast | Lunch

  • Day 9 - Pokhara/Kathmandu

    Catch a flight back to the capital, Kathmandu. Enjoy time to shop in the bustling Thamel district, or choose to visit Pashupatinath Temple, the most sacred Hindu temple complex in Nepal.

    Enjoy free time in the afternoon for exploring. Join an optional excursion (additional cost) to visit Pashupatinath, one of the most sacred Hindu temple complexes in Nepal. Located on the banks of the Bagmati River, this is the final stop for many Hindus, who's families bring them here to set funeral pyres on the ghats to cremate their loved ones. Respectful viewing from across the river is culturally acceptable, you also will see sadhus (Hindu holy men) and pilgrims perform bathing rituals.

    Kathmandu is fascinating at every turn, and some travelers prefer to just wander, seeing where the city may lead them.

    Meals Included: Breakfast

  • Day 10 - Kathmandu

    Depart at any time.

    Feel free to depart at any time today, but remember that check out time from the hotel is 12:00pm.

    Meals Included: Breakfast

Pricing

$3,599.00 per person

Pricing details: Prices are in Canadian Dollars and quoted per person, based on double occupancy. If you're travelling solo and would prefer to have your own private room throughout your trip, “My Own Room” (single supplement) option is available (based on availability) and is $1599.00 CAD. Should you wish to opt not to pay for “My Own Room” and you’re travelling solo, the accommodations are on a twin share basis and, you will be sharing a room with another traveller of the same sex.

Deposit required: $350 CAD per person.

Final payment due on or before August 20th, 2025.

Important Information About This Tour:

This is a hosted, public group departure by Ariane Henry for Wanderlust Journey with G Adventures.

Gratuities for guides and porters are not included.

Meals Included: 9 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 4 dinners
Allow $160.00 to $210.00 USD for meals not included.

Travel Style: National Geographic Journeys

Service Level: Upgraded

Quality accommodations and more inclusions than on other G Adventures tours, like meals, private transport, and activities.

Physical Rating: 3 - Average

Light hiking and walking.

Trip Type: Small Group

Small group experience; Maximum of 16 guests

Jane Goodall Collection Tour

A selection of wildlife-focused tours endorsed by world renowned primatologist Dr. Jane Goodall. As a proud partner of the Jane Goodall Institute of Canada, G Adventures is thrilled to share that a portion of every adventure booked will help support their mission to protect wildlife and work with local communities to become their partners in conservation.

Accomodation

Hotels (8 nights), Monastery Guesthouse (1 night).

Other Important Notes

Please note that this tour combines with other G Adventures tours and clients. This is also not a exclusive tour to Wanderlust Journey’s clients, however Ariane will be travelling on this specific tour. As such, the staff and some travel companions on your tour may have previously been traveling together with G Adventures, prior to Day 1 of your tour. Likewise, some staff and travel companions may be continuing together on another G Adventures tour, after your trip concludes.

Tipping

It is customary in Asia to tip service providers such as waiters, at approximately 10%, depending on the service. Tipping is expected - though not compulsory - and shows an expression of satisfaction with the people who have assisted you on your tour. Although it may not be customary to you, it is of considerable significance to the people who will take care of you during your travels. There are several times during the trip where there is opportunity to tip the local guides or drivers we use. You may do this individually, or your CEO will offer to collect the money and tip as a group. Recommendations for tipping drivers and local guides would range from $1-$2 USD per person per day depending on the quality and length of the service, for porters during the trekking portion of your trip, the recommended amount is 300-500Rs ($4-7USD) per day; ask your CEO for specific recommendations based on the circumstances and culture. Also at the end of each trip if you felt your G Adventures CEO did an outstanding job, tipping is appreciated. The amount is entirely a personal preference, however as a guideline $20-30 USD per person, per week can be used.

Other Important Details

1. Weather conditions in the Nepal region can change rapidly and our CEO may be forced to change the trip itinerary accordingly. Travellers need to be prepared for all weather conditions. For more information please read the "what to take" section of this trip notes. Please also make sure you have access to at least an additional USD $500 (or equivalent) cash as an 'emergency' fund, to be used when circumstances outside our control (ex. a natural disaster) require a change to our planned route.

2. DRONES IN NEPAL
Please note that drones and the flying of drones are prohibited in Nepal. If you violate these regulations the police may take you into custody.

3. Eating is a big part of traveling. Travelling with G Adventures you experience the vast array of wonderful food that is available out in the world. Generally meals are not included in the trip price when there is a choice of eating options, to give you the maximum flexibility in deciding where, what and with whom to eat. It also gives you more budgeting flexibility, though generally food is cheap. Our groups tend to eat together to enable you to taste a larger variety of dishes and enjoy each other's company. There is no obligation to do this though. Your CEO will be able to suggest favourite restaurants during your trip. Included breakfasts will usually be asian style consisting of noodles or congee (rice porridge) or bread and eggs. Vegetarians will be able to find a range of different foods, although in some areas the choice maybe limited. While trekking in remote regions food is included, plentiful and made of fresh local ingredients.

4. Travel Insurance: Travel Insurance: Travel insurance is compulsory in order to participate on any of our trips. When travelling on a group trip, you will not be permitted to join the group until evidence of travel insurance has been sighted by your CEO, who will take note of your insurance details. When selecting a travel insurance policy please bear in mind that all clients must have medical coverage and that we require a minimum coverage of USD 200,000 for repatriation and emergency rescue. We strongly recommend that the policy also covers personal liability, cancellation, curtailment and loss of luggage and personal effects. If you have credit card insurance we require proof of purchase of the trip (a receipt of credit card statement) with a credit card in your name. Contact your bank for details of their participating insurer, the level of coverage and emergency contact telephone number.

Above pricing is based on double occupancy and is subject to change based on availability. Travel insurance, airfare, gratuities and other items of a personal nature are additional and not included in the tour cost. Pre and post tour/cruise packages are available at an additional charge. Please inquire for pricing and full terms and conditions.

Ariane Henry, Wanderlust Journey is an Independent Affiliate of Direct Travel (1303 Homer Street, Vancouver, BC, V6B 5M9). CPBC License: 74718