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Get up close and personal with Nepal's wildlife and unspoilt vistas.

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Listen to the melodious chimes of the nearby monasteries' temple bells calling monks to prayer.

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Meet the locals as you wander the bustling streets: if you are lucky, you will witness one of Nepal's many religious celebrations.

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Say your own prayers as you walk around this prayer totem three times, customary in Buddhist practice.

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NEPAL Suspension Bridge On The Seti River

Try not to look down as you make your way across the suspension bridge on the Seti River.

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Capture the beauty of Nepal's panoramic views: any photopraphers dream!

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Hire a microlight for stunning ariel views of the Pokhara region.

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Gaze across the mirror like surface of the Phewa Lake, Pokhara.

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NEPAL Pokhara Tiger Mountain Lodge Swimming Pool

Spend the day relaxing in pool with a view at the Tiger Mountain Lodge, Pokhara.

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Pick up some local arts and crafts in Patan, a city famous for its rich cultural heritage and quality handiwork.

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Learn about Nepal's many religious influences: from Hinduism to Daoism, to being the birthplace of Buddha.

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Come that bit closer to achieving enlightenment when you visit the Boudhanath stupa, one of the holiest Buddhist sites in Kathmandu.

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NEPAL Seti River With Annapurnas Backdrop

White water rafting down the Seti River with the Annapurnas as your backdrop - a great way for any thrill seeker to spend an afternoon.

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Discover some of Kathmandu's most ancient temples as your guide teaches you about their significance.

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Enjoy a leisurely breakfast whilst taking in the breathtaking views across the Himalayas from the Ghandruk Himalaya Lodge.

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See the Buddhist prayer flags blowing in the wind as you ascend the steps to the Tengboche monastery.

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Fly over the Gokyo Lakes in Sagarmantha National Park, the world’s highest freshwater lakes located almost 16,000ft above sea level.

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Keep yourselves snug in the Kongde Hotel and enjoy the unparalleled views over Mount Everest.

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NEPAL Chitwan National Park Elephant Safari

Enjoy an elephant safari through the Chitwan National Park and discover some of Nepal's diverse wildlife for a truly memorable addition to your trip.

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Exert yourself on an overnight trek in Annapurna and discover some of Nepal's hidden trails.

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Tick something else off your bucket list and complete your own Himalayan Odyssey, trekking across some of Annapura’s most pristine regions.

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Take a helicopter tour of the Annapurna Base camp for unrivalled views across the Himalayas.

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We love the simple charm of lodges in Nepal, from where you can explore the Himalayas in complete comfort.

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Welcome to Nepal

Nepal offers the ultimate mountain country. Go for gold and head out on the high-octane paths to Everest or take a slower pace to explore the Himalayas and its breathtaking scenery. In Kathmandu find Buddhist monks praying at tiny temples or discover ornate stupas in the valley, dotted around World Heritage sights like jewels in a crown.

It is difficult to match Nepal for dramatic scenery: home to the world-famous, 8,848 metre high Mount Everest, it is a completely dominated by the Himalayan range. It has seven UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the Kathmandu Valley alone - most of them ancient temple or palace complexes that display extraordinary craftsmanship. The Nepalis' complex blend of religious beliefs and traditions is reflected in the exquisite thangkas, gold-painted stupas and intricate carvings seen at every turn. Up in the hills around Kathmandu are the lovely rural retreats of Dhulikhel and Nagarkot, perfect two-night escapes from the city. Further west, by the serene Phewa Tal Lake and dominated by the sacred and unclimbed Fishtail Mountain, is the adventure capital of Pokhara. To the south, on the grass plains of the Terai, is Chitwan National Park, where visitors go on elephant-back rides in search of tigers or one-horned rhinos. The holy town of Lumbini, with its famous bodhi tree, is the reputed birthplace of Buddha and is a great pilgrimage site.

Our suggested tours in Nepal

Luxury Adventure in Nepal

Introduction to Nepal and Bhutan itinerary (1)

12 days from £4,810 for 2025

From the Himalayan mountains to the jungle habitats of the tiger, this itinerary combines adventure with the best of Nepal:...

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Introduction to Nepal

8 days from £3,280 for 2025

The perfect short tour of Nepal combining its cultural and scenic wonders. Explore ancient Hindu and Buddhist sites in Kathmandu;...

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Overland Tibet & Nepal... From Lhasa to Kathmandu

Overland From Lhasa To Kathmandu Itinerary 3

15 days from £6,800 for 2025

An adventurous itinerary taking in the exotic sites and smells of Kathmandu and journeying to Everest Base Camp in Nepal....

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Ultimate Helicopter Tour of Nepal

15 days from £17,130 for 2025

A real holiday of a lifetime around Nepal by private helicopter with an expert guide throughout – on foot this...

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Grand Tour of Nepal

12 days from £5,140 for 2025

This itinerary includes the best of Nepal: the UNESCO World Heritage sites in the Kathmandu Valley, jungle safaris in Chitwan...

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The Best of Nepal and Tibet

12 days from £6,190 for 2025

Visit some of Tibet’s most important temples and monasteries, including the iconic Potala Palace and Samye Monastery, and enjoy rugged...

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The Ancient Kingdoms of Nepal & Bhutan

17 days from £7,480 for 2025

A perfect tour for those who are looking for an exhilarating Himalayan adventure with contrasting views of two Himalayan kingdoms…

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Some of our favourite hotels in Nepal

Dwarika's Hotel ,
Kathmandu

Dwarika’s Kathmandu is an institution in the city, ask any taxi driver and they will know it straightaway. It is...

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Dwarika's Resort ,
Dhulikhel

The Dwarika’s Group has a fabulous new addition, the Dwarika’s Resort, a Nepal wellness resort high up in the hills...

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Tiger Tops Tharu Lodge ,
Chitwan National Park

Tiger Tops Tharu Lodge is quietly nestled within Chitwan National Park’s western buffer zone, standing close by the Narayani River. What...

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Some of our favourite places of interest in Nepal

Lukla

Lukla is a mid-sized village in the Khumbu region of eastern Nepal and it is the starting point for nearly...

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Jomsom

Jomsom is the capital and administration headquarters of Mustang district, which stretches from the Tibetan border to Ghasa along the...

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Kathmandu

Kathmandu, rather like Timbuktu, has a mysterious, exotic and otherworldly allure to it; arriving there makes you feel like an...

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Tashinga

Tashinga is a tiny, peaceful village just off the main Everest trail, set amidst pine forests overlooking the Dudh Koshi...

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Pokhara

Surrounded by the snow-capped Himalayas, Pokhara is known for its magnificent mountain views, as well as its lovely lakes which...

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Chitwan National Park

Famously known for being Nepal’s first National Park, established in 1973 and jumping on board the UNESCO World Heritage Site list...

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Client Testimonials

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