Family Tour in Nepal - 8 Days

Day 01: Arrival to Kathmandu, transfer to the hotel; Evening welcome dinner at a cultural restaurant
One of the representatives from Treks Planner Nepal will welcome you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel in Thamel in a private vehicle. In the evening, we will offer you a welcome dinner in one of the finest cultural restaurants in the city.

Day 02: Kathmandu Sightseeing Tour in private vehicle
After the breakfast, we will escort you to Pashupatinath- the largest Hindu Temple of Nepal in a private vehicle. The temple dedicated to supreme Hindu God, Shiva banks Bagmati River. After the exploration of Pashupatinath we will walk along the busy streets of Kathmandu to Boudhanath. A large domed shaped Buddhist stupa, Boudhanath holds huge religious significance among the Tibetan Buddhists of Nepal. A major shrine on ancient Indo-China trade route Boudhanath offered blessings to traders and scholars for safe journey through the high Himalayan passes to Tibet. Saffron robed monks circumambulating Boudhanath, colorful prayer flags touching the skyline from the dome pinnacle to the base of large monument and the and outlets selling Tibetan souvenirs makes this place a true Tibet outside Tibet. Post lunch the sightseeing tour continues to Nagarkot. Nagarkot provides scenic beauty and divine peace far from heat, dust, smoke and city’s hustle bustle. After the full day; sightseeing tour a private vehicle will escort you to your hotel in Nagarkot. Day sightseeing and Kathmandu Hotel with breakfast is included

Day 03: Sunrise View from Nagarkot and drive to Chitwan; Wildlife Activity (Altitude: 513m)
Early sunrise view from Nagarkot. After breakfast, you will board a private vehicle and drive to Chitwan. On a serpentine Prithivi Highway that runs on a cliff above, Himalayan white water River Trishuli the ride arrives at Chitwan. The journey on the Nepalese highway offers an opportunity to encounter the rural lifestyle and Prithvi Highway offers even more; enchanting Trsihuli landscapes and adventurous white water rafting. 5 hours of the smooth drive followed by an hour-long bumpy ride would bring you to the resort in Chitwan National Park. After lunch at the resort, your Jungle Safari begins. Chitwan National Park, protected forests comprise sal trees, marshlands, and rippling grasslands and cover the total area of 932 sq. km. One of the few last habitats for endangered one-horned rhino, Royal Bengal Tiger and gangetic dolphin, the park offers one of the best wildlife safaris on a back of giant Asian Elephant. During the Safari, you will penetrate the community jungles trying to sight the wild life in the wilds. After the safari, you will ride back to your resort. During the evening, you will have a chance to observe a local dance performed by native tharus of the region.Half day safari at chitwan with a full board of meals and accommodation

Day 04: Full Day Safari Activities at Chitwan
A full day safari activity in Chitwan National Park offers several activities. Early morning as you wake up after the wake-up call, you will go for the Nature walk with the local wildlife expert. Nature walk allows you to sight the birding activities at full swing in the banks of Rapti River. The park also houses several hundred species of residential and migratory birds. After the nature walk, you will return to the resort and enjoy the breakfast. Post breakfast, you will go for the canoeing in Rapti River. Canoeing at Rapti is a wonderful way to observe bird’s species and aquatic life, which include the possible sighting of gangetic dolphin. The final jungle activity includes jungle safari to the jungle, elephant bathing session, and visit to elephant breeding center at park’s neighborhood. The whole day’s activity is full of fun, thrill, and great wildlife experiences. Full day safari at Chitwan with a full board of meals and accommodation

Day 05: Half-Day Jungle Safari and drive to Pokhara 136km
Today, in the early morning you will go for the last Jungle Safari so that you can get the best of Chitwan National Park. Then after the breakfast, you will begin your journey towards Pokhara in a tourist bus. The ride to Pokhara is also on a snakelike highway, which winds on the cliff above Himalayan Rivers like Trishuli, Marsyangdi and Seti. Five hours of road journey will bring you to Pokhara. Pokhara is an enchanting town known for its unique geographical formation. Lakes, caves, gorges, hilltops and the views of mesmerizing Annapurna Himalayan Range and matchless Fishtail are exceptional highlights of Pokhara. On your arrival at ,Pokhara you will be transferred to your hotel in the city. Then, we will go for the guided sightseeing tour of Pokhara begins. The mystical Davis Fall, underneath Mahendra and Bat Caves, deep-seated Seti River Gorge and of course the fantastically indelible boating at crystal clear Fewa Lake are the most highlighted must watch destinations of Pokhara. At the end of the day you will drive back to your hotel.Half day safari at chitwan and accommodation at Pokhara with breakfast

Day 06: Visit to Sarangkot and drive to Kathmandu
The most beautiful ever awakening happens here in Pokhara. Wake up to view the enticing white mountains from the window of your hotel-room. Then you will board a private vehicle to drive to Sarangkot, a hill station popular for aerial adventures like paragliding and zip-flying is also the most popular hilltop in Pokhara for magical sunrise view and wide range of Himalayas of Annapurna Region. Half an hour drive followed by 15-20 minute of walk will bring you to Sarangkot. After spending sufficient time at Sarangkot, you will drive back to our hotel. Post breakfast, we drive back to Kathmandu which is cool 7 hours ride on serpentine Nepalese Highway.Kathmandu Hotel accommodation with breakfast is included

Day 07: Morning Mt. Everest Experience Flight; Afternoon Free; Evening farewell dinner
Today we will wake up early and drive to the domestic section of Kathmandu Airport. At the airport, we will board a small twin otter aircraft, which will fly above sleeping Kathmandu and slowly enter the world of extreme wilderness. The ride goes above the lush vegetation, deep valleys and gorges, raging Himalayan Rivers, mountain setllements and eventually flies above Khumbu Region from where the towering Everest and its siblings stand right before your eyes. Enjoy the aerial views of the world's highest peak, Everest and capture the alpine beauty. An hour long ride will end up at Kathmandu Airport. Drive back to your hotel, enjoy your breakfast.Afternoon is a free time for you. In the evening, we will invite you for the farewell dinner in one of the cultural restaurants of the town.One hour mountain flight and Kathmandu Hotel with breakfast is included

Day 08: Depart Kathmandu
As per your flight schedule, you will drive with our representative to the airport in a private vehicle. Have a safe flight and visit Nepal time and again.

Dates and Cost

Note : Set your own departure date if you have a group size of 2 packs or more.

Service  Includes:

• Airport pick up/drop off service in a private vehicle
• 3 Nights standard twin sharing accommodation at Kathmandu with breakfast in Apsara Boutique Hotel
• 1 Night standard twin sharing accommodation at Nagarkot with breakfast
• 2 Nights/ 3 Days Chitwan wildlife Safari with a full board of meals in Landmark Forest Park
• 1 Night twin sharing accommodation at 3-star standard hotel in Pokhara with breakfast in Hotel Batika Classic
• Guided tour of Kathmandu Valley and Pokhara
• The entire Sightseeing program is drive by private car
• One hour mountain flight, airport taxes, and domestic transfers
• One experienced tour guide during the sight seeing
• All the Gov. and Local taxes as per applicable
• Final departure transfer

Service Excluded:

• Nepal Visa
• Your meals at Kathmandu & Pokhara, except welcome dinner, farewell dinner, and breakfast
• The entire cost of beverages, mineral water, and beer, etc. while on the trek
• Entrance and monument fees
• Travel insurance (Must include Helicopter evacuation and Trip Cancellation charges)
• Tipping to the guide and driver
• Any thing not included in the trip includes list are your personal expenses
   

Passport and Visas:
First, be sure you have a valid passport with at least 6 months validity from return date.  You can obtain visas for Nepal from the Nepalese Consulate in your country or upon arrival in Kathmandu Airport. Nepalese visas cost USD 25 for 15 days and USD 40 for 30 days till date.

Get the required visa for Nepal.
You can get Nepal visa prior to arrival from the Nepalese Embassy at your home country. Likewise, you can easily get an up on arrival visa at Kathmandu airport and other different borders from Nepal. This is for those who travel from India and Tibet. For more information and download please visit Nepal Visa Information.

Bring Official Papers
Some of the required official documents are your valid passport, 4 extra passports sized photographs (for trekking permits), travel insurance, airline tickets, and luggage tags. Visas can be obtained upon entry into Nepal. For detail information, we request you to visit our visa page.

Money & Credit card Info
We find that most of the credit card, master and visa card is blocked from your card provider. It may be because of a security reason. It, sometimes, may bring you in a problematic situation that you can't get money from ATMs and that you find difficult to pay for your treks and tour. To find yourself free from this problem, you can call your card provider before you travel to Nepal and inform there that you are traveling to Nepal. Ensure them to give the authorization for the payment. In Nepal, you have to pay 3.5 % credit card commission s per Nepal Bank rules, on top of your payable amount for the trek cost.  So, please be sure that you bring some cash in USD to pay us. Likewise, be sure you have brought some small amount for your daily expenses as well as for those items which are not included in our cost. We request you not to change money in the Airport. The exchange rate is very low there. Our office provides you with the facility to change your money. Or, you can take help from Money Changers in Thamel.

Travel Insurance:
Our clients must have comprehensive travel insurance package. Their insurance must cover against medical, personal accident, emergency evacuation, trip cancellation, lost of gears, natural calamity, theft of or damage to baggage etc.

Who can trek?
No special degree of fitness is required and that there is no age barrier. However, in the areas over 3000m altitude, extra care should be taken. One can trek who have strong legs and the spirit for adventure to explore the exotic will enjoy the thrills of trekking in the hills of Nepal. Normally, for weary trekkers, we have a list of short, easy and exotic treks and for the experienced trekkers, we offer a longer trek with lots of excitement and adventure. We encourage all men and women, families, students and professionals around the world to enjoy the enchanting trekking in Nepal. You can join us as an individual team member or with your own group. We commit to arranging the best trekking that delights you in the Nepal Himalayas. If you can have fun walking for 3-6 hours up and down hills to Nepal, pack your luggage and join us for an exhilarating and unforgettable journey. All the necessary things for your trekking will be arranged by us. What you can do is to enjoy the beautiful scenery and magnificent view of Nepal Himalayas.

Clothing and Equipment for Traveling in Nepal
Trekking in the Himalayas needs to the arrangement of equipment as you have to find yourself comfortable at higher altitude. The basic clothing item that you are expected to be prepared with are well described here. Remember that excess baggage is likely to be a burden for yourself and your supporting staff. "Pack light, but pack right", is our motto. This will allow you to enjoy a comfortable journey with your energies and enthusiastic zeal focused on the exploration of this enchanting Nepal scenic beauty. Please visit here for Clothing and Equipment list.

Buying and Renting Equipment in Kathmandu
It is not really necessary to spend a large amount of money buying extra equipment and clothing prior to your trip. It is because most of the trekking equipment can be hired from many adventure shops within Kathmandu. Most of the gear is locally manufactured (hence a lot cheaper). Some Chinese gear is likely to be more expensive but qualitative. Sleeping bag and down jacket are easily rented. Each item can be rented for less than USD 1, for a day. You have to manage other items buying them yourself. However, these items are more likely to be cheaper than those in your hometown. We will arrange all the necessary items you need on the second day of your arrival. 

Vaccination for Nepal
All travelers should consult with their physician or update on vaccination requirements before travel. (Your doctor or health-care provider will determine what you will need, depending on factors such as your health and immunization history, areas of the country you will be visiting, and planned activities) For traveling to Nepal; we recommend you to take a vaccination of Polio, Tetanus, Typhoid, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Rabies etc, it is not really must but recommended.

How to Book
While you chose which trip you wanted to go with, contact us to our head office Thamel Kathmandu Nepal by mail or phone, email is more easy and clear options, as soon as we get your email or call we will process for your booking. We need 20% booking amount to confirm your booking, the payment can be made through the Bank transfer, Credit card payment (Master/Visa card) or through online money transfers also Money Gram, Western Unions or others. After we get the 20% amount we will confirm your booking and you will get the official booking and payment receipt. The final balance for the tour will be paid upon arrival in Kathmandu.