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This classic Himalayan family activity holiday will take you from Nepal's busy capital of Kathmandu to the serene lakeside city of Pokhara and the towering peaks of the Annapurna mountains.

  • Head on a mini-trek in the Annapurnas
  • Feel the thrill of whitewater rafting
  • Search for wildife in Chitwan National Park
  • Try your hand at pottery making
  • Explore the jungle on foot
  • Explore Nepal's largest cave

Combine awesome scenery and adventure in the beautiful country of Nepal. Stretch your legs on a mini-trek in the Himalayas – an expedition into the hills with an overnight stay near a spectacular lookout. Spend time visiting traditional Nepali villages, try whitewater rafting on the Trisuli River* and explore the jungle at Chitwan National Park by jeep. You’ll see sunbathing crocodiles, rhinos, tigers and an abundance of birdlife.

Whilst this trip is normally 13 days in duration, we can offer a shorter tailor made trip during the half-term holidays. Please contact us for full details.

Typical Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Depart UK

    Depart the UK on an overnight flight to Kathmandu. 

  2. Day 2: Arrive Kathmandu

    On arrival in Kathmandu, you will be transferred to the group hotel in Bhaktapur and will have some free time to relax and adjust to your new surroundings, as well as taking an orientation walk of the town and bazaar.

  3. Days 3-4 : Walking tour of old Bhaktapur, pottery making, Kathmandu Valley

    Explore Bhaktapur on a walking tour and visit a town of artisans called Patan City. Walk to the market place, a centre-piece of Nepalese life and a UNESCO World heritage site, and visit a traditional village.

  4. Day 5: Trisuli Rafting, onto Bandipur

    Take a scenic drive down to the valley of the Trisuli River. In the afternoon you can take a guided walk along the river past quiet villages or go white-water rafting. Continue to the mountain town of Bandipur.

    Note: Our December itinerary does not include Trisuli rafting.

  5. Day 6: Bandipur

    Take a scenic hike to the largest cave in Nepal enjoying beautiful scenery along the way. Inside the cave you can see bats and ancient carvings.

  6. Day 7: Continue to Pokhara

    Continue westward to the town of Pokhara, where your hotel sits on an island on the lake with panoramic views of the Annapurna mountains. In the afternoon, enjoy free time to relax and explore.

  7. Day 8: Annapurna foothills walk to teahouse

    Set off with your porters and Sherpa along a trail through charming villages in the Annapurna foothills, after which you’ll stay in a local teahouse and enjoy sunset views across the Himalayan foothills.

  8. Day 9: Himalayan sunrise, walk to Pokhara

    After enjoying sunrise views of the Himalayas, descend to Phewa Tal, the lake at Pokhara, stopping at a small village en route. Enjoy some free time in the afternoon to prepare for a Nepali party to which all your trekking staff and some children from the local area are invited.

  9. Days 10-11 : Chitwan National Park: wildlife viewing

    Drive to Chitwan National Park, which lies at the foot of the Himalaya and is the habitat of the Bengal tiger, the rare Asian rhino and other wildlife. In the afternoon go out on a ‘rhino watch’ safari to hopefully encounter this awesome mammal at close quarters.

    On the following day, take dug-out canoes to see sunbathing crocodile and birdlife that thrive in these floodplains. Explore the nature trails on foot, seeking out bush buck, spotted deer, monkeys and more. In the afternoon, there will be a jeep safari, exploring more of the park.

  10. Day 12: Drive to Kathmandu

    Today we drive from Chitwan National Park to Kathmandu. The journey takes approximately 2.5 hours.

  11. Day 13: Fly back to the UK

    Transfer to Kathmandu Airport for your flight back home.

Please note: December itinerary does not include Trisuli rafting: Day 1: Overnight flight to Kathmandu, Day 2: Kathmandu, Days 3-4 Bhaktapur, Days 5-6: Bhandipur, Day 7: Pokhara, Days 8-9 mini Himalayan trek, Days 10-11 Chitwan National Park, Day 12: Kathmandu, Day 13: fly to UK

Duration and Guide Prices

Excluding international flights 13 days from £1,795 per adult, £1,695 per child
Including flights from/to UK 13 days from £2,895 per adult, £2,595 per child
Child prices are dependent on age - contact us for details. Flight prices are a guideline only and are subject to change.
  • Age Guide: 12+
  • Itinerary Type: Small Group Holiday Tailor-made can be arranged

When To Go

View dates and prices
  • Easter
  • Xmas

What’s Included

All prices are per person and include:
  • Activities

    • Canoeing
    • City tour
    • Hiking
    • Pottery
    • Rafting
    • Wildlife watching
  • Accommodation

    Hotels x 7 nights, guesthouse x 3 nights & teahouse x 1 night
  • Meals

    11 breakfasts, 2 lunches & 3 dinners

Tailored for You

A private departure or tailor-made holiday can also be arranged to suit your requirements. Contact our experts today.

Next Steps

Departures

Choose your preferred departure date from the 2 options below, then make a no obligation booking request, or enquire if you would like to ask us a question.

Our small group holidays require a minimum number of participants to operate. Most of our holidays are also available on a private basis or can be tailored to meet your requirements.

Itinerary Dates Prices Per Person From (Exc. Flights)
Year Starts Ends Adult price, excluding flights, from Child price, excluding flights, from Holiday Status Options
* Guaranteed: this holiday is available to book and has reached a minimum number of participants, so is guaranteed to run. ** On Request: we may be able to offer places on this holiday, please contact us for further information. *** Fully Booked: if your preferred holiday is full we may be able to offer you a private departure or tailor a holiday to suit your requirements, please contact us for more details.
2024 31 Mar 11 Apr £1,895 £1,895 On Request** or Enquire
2024 22 Dec 2 Jan £1,825 £1,825 Available Book or Enquire

If you can’t see the holiday or departure date that you are looking for please contact us. We may be in the process of finalising further departures and are often able to tailor a holiday for you according to your own requirements.