Nepal
is a curtain of fluttering prayer flags
is sublime, silent serenity
is a constant backdrop of mountains
Why I love Nepal
“If, like me, you get your highs from pristine mountain views and the sense of perspective that a Himalayan journey offers, then you are going to like Nepal. But if, also like me, you've always secretly wished that your mountain wilderness came with a warm slice of apple pie instead of a soggy tent, then you will simply love this place. My favourite thing about Nepal ? There's always another adventure. Done Annapurna?...” Read More
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Eat the world in Kathmandu: the perfect end to a trek in Nepal
An upscale plate of daal bhaat in Kathmandu © Maya Karkalicheva / Getty Images
Returning to Everest: trekking to Base Camp after the 2015 earthquake
As our tiny Dornier aircraft picks its way between the peaks, I press my face against the glass, straining for a first view of the world’s highest mountain.
Visiting Nepal during the fuel crisis
People queue for fuel at the Nepal border in Kakarbhitta. Image by DIPTENDU DUTTA / Stringer / Getty Images
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Everest Base Camp Trek
Everest is more than a mountain and the journey to its base camp is more than just a trek. Along a route dubbed by some as "the steps to heaven," every bend in the trail provides another photo opportunity – beautiful forests, Sherpa villages, glacial moraines, and foothills. For active adventurers not afraid to break a sweat, our full trekking support staff will bring you close to local cultures before opening a window to the top of the world.
Cultural Walking Tour of Kathmandu: Swayambhunath and Durbar Square with Nepalese Cooking Lesson
Experience Kathmandu like a local on this small-group cultural walking tour. Visit the oldest Buddhist stupa in Nepal, Swayambhunath, and explore one of the oldest parts of the city, Durbar Square, where you’ll browse local markets and centuries-old temples and courtyards. Purchase your own choice of vegetables (own expense) and head to a local family’s home to prepare a traditional Nepalese lunch. You'll learn all about local life in Kathmandu as you chat with the family with the help of your knowledgeable guide.Begin your Kathmandu cultural experience in Thamel, where you’ll meet your knowledgeable local guide and walk to Swayambhunath. Follow in the footsteps of Hindu and Buddhist devotees as you approach this holy stupa, the oldest in Nepal.You’ll learn how this place is affectionately called ‘Monkey Temple’ by the locals, as there is a large troupe of monkeys guarding the hills and amusing visitors with tricks, such as sliding down the banisters of the main stairway to the temple. From the hilltop setting, enjoy a beautiful bird’s-eye view of Kathmandu and the valley below before entering this mound-like structure. Containing Buddhist and Hindu relics, typically the ashes of deceased, this temple is used as a place of meditation. As you explore the interior, you’ll be mesmerized by the wafts of incense, hypnotic chants of prayers and surreal sounds of ringing bells. After being spiritually awakened, follow your guide on a stroll through the maze of backstreets to Durbar Square, where you’ll find numerous centuries-old temples, courtyards and markets selling crafts and fresh produce. With some assistance from your guide, purchase your choice of vegetables, aromatic spices and any other ingredients you like (own expense), which you’ll use as ingredients for your home-cooked lunch. Once you’ve gathered everything, you’ll head to a local family’s home. Your host family will reveal the secrets of Nepalese cooking as you enjoy a hands-on culinary experience in their kitchen. Then, relax and enjoy your meal while conversing with the locals with the help of your guide. After your meal, you’ll say goodbye and head back to your original departure point to conclude your tour.
Pashupatinath Temple and Bodhnath Stupa Tour from Kathmandu
Immerse yourself in Kathmandu’s spiritual traditions during visits to the Hindu temple Pashupatinath and the Tibetan Buddhist stupa Bodhnath, both UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Accompanied by your expert guide, witness daily rituals at the two holy sites and learn about Hindu and Buddhist traditions. Want to feel even more enlightened? A famous Nepali astrologer can give you an astrological reading! This tour operates with a maximum of 12 people to ensure you enjoy a small-group experience in Nepal’s capital.Meet your guide at the centrally located Kathmandu Guest House and hop on a local bus to Pashupatinath, a significant Hindu temple devoted to the god Shiva. Your expert guide will explain the Hindu spiritual beliefs surrounding the cycle of birth and death. You’ll also have the chance to interact with the colorfully dressed Sadhu monks. Learn why the holy men give up worldly goods to signify devotion and liberation. Outside the 17th-century temple, along the banks of the Bagmati River, cremation ceremonies regularly take place. Respect mourning families by refraining from photos or watching the ritual. Next, travel by local transport for a short distance to Bodhnath. The shrine is an important religious site for Tibetan Buddhists, and one of the only places in the world that you can see the daily routines of Tibetan monks. The stupa sits along a historic trade route that stretches across Lhasa, Tibet, Nepal and India. Today, people still come to Bodhnath to pray before undertaking a daunting journey such as climbing the Himalayas. Marvel at one of the world’s largest stupas as your guide explains Tibetan traditions. You might even see pilgrims spin prayer wheels as they circle the stupa. You’ll also have the opportunity to talk with resident monks about Buddhism and the practices you witness at Bodhnath. After wrapping up at Bodhnath, enjoy a relaxing lunch at a nearby rooftop restaurant with a fantastic view overlooking the stupa. Then walk to the home of a renowned astrologer who will do a reading for you (own expense), if you wish! After an enlightening day exploring Kathmandu’s spiritual side, your guide returns you to your hotel.
Explore India & Nepal
Take 17 exceptional days to discover northern India’s famed Golden Triangle and enjoy a priceless immersion in the heart of Nepalese culture. Explore the Taj Mahal and encounter the iconic colours of Rajasthan. Spend a night at a Buddhist monastery and meet with one of the brave women from SASANE, a program that trains former victims of trafficking to become paralegals. From big highlights to intimate moments, this unique itinerary is truly unforgettable.
3 Day Chitwan Jungle Safari Wildlife Adventure Tour
Nepal's tropical, dense jungles are situated in the low lands of the Terai region which runs from east to west across this fertile country.These exotic jungles provide homes and habitats for many endangered species of wild life such as the Royal Bengal Tiger, the one horned Rhinoceros, the gangetic Gharial and fresh water Dolphins.In one of these jungles, you will find some of the world’s most exciting safari destinations. Safaris on the back of elephants or in four wheel drives in order to view diverse wild life and different species of exotic birds, is a magnetic experience.
10-Night Trekking Tour Including Chitwan National Park from Kathmandu
Enjoy this multi-day trekking tour, which will give you the chance to admire the striking panorama of huge Himalayas including Annapurna South, Annapurna I, Annapurna II, III, and IV, Dhaulagiri, Lamjung Himal, Gangapurna, and Manaslu ranges, viewed from the popular view point called "Poon Hill" (3210 MASL). You will also enjoy a Chitwan National Park trip.