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Spirit of Nepal
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Spirit of Nepal

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Spirit of Nepal is a 10 day tour package that explores Nepal's three most famous tourist cities: Kathmandu, Pokhara, and Chitwan. It is the best tour package in Nepal because it covers all the major highlights. The trip itinerary is suitable for people of all ages and doable throughout the year.

Spirit of Nepal is a 10 Day Nepal Holiday Package designed to offer you both comfort and adventure. We prioritize your safety and comfort, using private tourist vehicles to commute between tourist sites and cities. Our well-designed itinerary ensures your safety and comfort throughout the tour.

Trip Facts
Duration
10 Days
Trip Grade
Easy
Country
Nepal
Maximum Altitude
1600 M
Group Size
2-12
Starts
Kathmandu
Ends
Kathmandu
Activities
Tour, Safari and Walking
Best Time
All Around the Year
Overview

Spirit of Nepal Tour Overview

Spirit of Nepal Tour in Nepal is a unique blend of historical sites in Kathmandu, viewing the majestic Himalayan Mountains, visiting mystical caves and serene lakes, an adventurous jungle safari, and a thrilling hike. This tour is the perfect choice for everyone who seeks a one-of-a-kind experience.

Immerse yourself in Nepal's rich culture and traditions. Interact with friendly locals, savor their delicious cuisine, and explore the historical palaces and courtyards, all while learning about the fascinating history of Nepal.

On this 10-day Nepal tour package, you will visit art galleries and museums, receive blessings in centuries-old monasteries and temples, and enjoy the bustle of Kathmandu, Chitwan's wilderness, and Pokhara's serenity. It is a very immersive tour that shows you the best of Nepal.

We at Outfitter Himalaya will take care of reservations and necessary permits. You will be accompanied by one of our experienced English-speaking tour guides, known for their kindness, friendliness, and reliability. He will ensure that you have a memorable and enjoyable tour of Nepal.

Spirit of Nepal Trip Highlights

  • Explore UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Kathmandu like Monkey Temple, Patan Durbar Square, and Bhaktapur Durbar Square
  • You learn about Nepali art, architecture, history, and culture closely.
  • You hike to Naudanda from Sarangkot View Point and visit tourist sites, including Davis Falls, Gupteshwaor Mahadev, and Peace Pagoda.
  • You will see stunning mountain views of Annapurna, Fishtail, Dhaulagiri, and Lamjung Himal.
  • Enjoy gorgeous sunsets at Phewa Lake.
  • Go on an adventure jeep safari, canoeing, and bird watching in Chitwan National Park.
  • Watch the famous stick dance and the colorful traditional clothes of the Tharu community.
  • Do window shopping in Thamel

What to Expect on Spirit of Nepal Tour 10 Days

Explore Kathmandu

In Kathmandu, you will go on a guided sightseeing of historical sites and museums. The tour begins with a ride to Swayambhunath temple, the Monkey Temple.

Swayambhunath offers an excellent aerial view of Kathmandu. Then, we head to the Patan Durbar Squire, a city of fine arts.

Then, you will visit the Durbar Squares, Patan Durbar Square, and Bhaktapur Durbar Square. These places used to be royal residences but now serve as open museums. The Durbar squares say a lot about Nepal's history and culture.

Visit Pokhara and Sarangkot

Pokhara is a great city, and its tempting balance of modern comforts and nature lets you see mountains and green hills right before you whenever you go out.

When you arrive in Pokhara, relax at the Shore of Phewa Lake. You can also boat on it and relish the gorgeous sunsets.

You then spend the next two full days exploring Pokhara. You start with a drive to Sarangkot. Then, follow a gentle trail through lush forests and farmlands to Naudanda. It is about a three-hour hike.

This part of the Spirit of Nepal tour also lets you witness stunning views of western Himalayan mountains such as Fishtail (6,993 m), Annapurna (8,091 m), Dhaulagiri (8,167 m), Lamjung Himal (6,983 m), and many others.

The next day, you will boat at Phewa Lake and hike to the World Peace Stupa. You will see a view of Pokhara, the Lake, and the Himalayas. You then visit Davis Falls and Gupteshwar Mahadev Cave.

Chitwan National Park

Chitwan, where you meet one-horn rhinos, elephants, birds, and diverse species of plants. You spend 2 nights in Chitwan and get close to wildlife. We also take you to a village of an indigenous community, Tharus.

They will show you their stick dance in vibrant traditional clothes. You will spend one full day in Chitwan National Park doing activities like jeep safari, elephant bathing, deep jungle walking, canoeing, and bird watching.

Chitwan offers forests and earthy smells. You can spend nights in beautiful resorts or hotels. The surrounding area is chillier in Chitwan than in Kathmandu and Pokhara.

Accommodation options and Cost for 2025 and 2026

Spirit of Nepal includes visiting the major tourist hubs. Accommodations, from budget to luxury hotels, are available in Kathmandu, Pokhara, and Chitwan. We have offered Cost for 3-star hotels, and you can also upgrade accommodation to 4-star deluxe or 5-star luxury accommodations for this tour.

Spirit of Nepal tour Cost with 3 Star Hotels

Spirit of Nepal Cost for 3 Star hotels
Number of tourist Price in USD Per person
1 Pax 1100.00
2 Pax 800.00
3 to 4 pax 750.00
5 to 8 pax 750.00
9 to 12 Pax 600.00
13 Above Inquire

3 Star hotels to provide

  • Hotel Jampa, Kathmandu
  • Hotel Pokhara Batika, Pokhara
  • Rhino Land Jungle Lodge, Chitwan

Spirit of Nepal Tour Cost with 4 Star Deluxe hotels

Spirit of Nepal Tour cost for 4 Star Hotels
Number of Tourist Price in USD Per person
1 Pax 1450.00
2 Pax 975.00
3 to 4 Pax 925.00
5 to 8 pax 875.00
9 to 12 Pax 825.00
13 and above Inquire

4 Star Hotels to provide

  • Hotel Manang, Kathmandu
  • Hotel Temple Himalaya, Pokhara
  • Green Park Resort, Chitwan

Spirit of Nepal Tour cost with 5 Star Luxury Hotels

Spirit of Nepal Cost for 5 Star Hotel
Number of Tourist Cost in USD Per person
1 Pax 1900.00
2 Pax 1375.00
3 to 4 Pax 1325.00
5 to 8 Pax 1275.00
9 to 12 Pax 1200.00
13 and Above Inquire

5 star hotels to provide

  • Hotel Yak and Yeti Kathmandu
  • Fishtail Lodge, Pokhara
  • Siddarth Vilasa Banbas Chitwan

Note: Similar catagory of hotels will be provided if these hotels are unavailable on your dates.

Transportation and Domestic flight options During Spirit of Nepal 10 Days Tour

We provide a private tourist vehicle throughout the Spirit of Nepal journey. Domestic flights are also available from Kathmandu to Pokhara, from Pokhara to Chitwan, and from Chitwan to Kathmandu. Let us know if you want to skip the long road journey and take short domestic flights.

Spirit of Nepal Trip Departure

We have fixed some dates for small group tours. If you are looking to join a group tour, you are welcome to join us on our fixed date. However, this tour is available all throughout the year, and you can join on any date that is suitable for you, ensuring that your travel plans are accommodated.

Optional activities available on the Spirit of Nepal Tour

There are some optional activities that you can add to this trip itinerary without having an extra day.

Everest Mountain flight

You can add a one-hour scenic mountain flight tour in the morning of Day 2 or Day 9. This is a one-hour flight tour early in the morning, and you can do it without missing the scheduled activities.

Trishuli River Rafting

We also have a day of rafting in the Trishuli River for about 3 hours. You can add it to the itinerary when you drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara on day 2. (This activity is not recommended for winter and Summer/monsoon season).

Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour

Those who want to see Everest (the top of the world) up close can take the optional Everest mountain flight by helicopter, landing at Everest View Hotel Syanbuche and viewing Everest and numerous giant Himalayas. We can include it for day 9 of the tour program, and if you want to take this helicopter tour, then you will miss the Bhaktapur tour for that day.

How will the Spirit of Nepal Tour be?

Upon arrival at Kathmandu airport for the Spirit of Nepal tour, representatives of Outfitter Himalaya will receive you and escort you to the hotel. You will stay in a friendly hotel in Thamel.

Enjoy the night exploring Thamel's lively alleys. You will spend two nights in Kathmandu before heading toward Pokhara.

On the second day, you will visit Kathmandu's UNESCO World Heritage Site. Then, on the third day, drive to Pokhara, the city of lakes, following a scenic route in a comfortable private tourist vehicle. On the way, you can see green hills, rivers, terraces, and waterfalls. Spend the evening of the day you arrive in Pokhara strolling on Lakeside Market and enjoying the sunset at Phewa Lake. You will have two full days in Pokhara to hike to Naudanda and visit the tourist sites.

Spirit of Nepal tour then takes you to Chitwan National Park. Here, you explore Chitwan National Park, which a decade ago was a hunting ground for royals. You also visit Tharu village, an indigenous community.

Their famous stick dance and vibrant outfits will magnify your tour experience. You can wear the attire too and pay some money if you wish. Then comes the wild part, a jeep safari in a deep jungle to witness exotic wildlife and birds.

On the eighth day of the tour, you will drive back to Kathmandu. You will have ample time to shop in all three cities and buy souvenirs. We have added one full day in Kathmandu so you can explore Bhaktapur Durbar Square before you fly back home.

Spirit of Nepal Itinerary Outline
  • Day 01: Arrive at Kathmandu airport and transfer to the hotel
  • Day 02: Full-day Kathmandu tour
  • Day 03: Travel from Kathmandu to Pokhara
  • Day 04: Drive to Sarangkot, hike to Naudada, and return to Pokhara
  • Day 05: Boating at Phewa Lake and Hike to Peace Stupa and Pokhara tour
  • Day 06: Travel from Pokhara to Chitwan National Park
  • Day 07: Full day jungle activities in Chitwan National Park
  • Day 08: Travel from Chitwan to Kathmandu
  • Day 09: Bhaktapur day tour
  • Day 10: Transfer to the airport for your departure
Spirit of Nepal tour route map
Roadmap
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Spirit of Nepal PlanExpand all

Our team will welcome you at Tribhuvan International Airport upon your arrival. We will provide a private vehicle to escort you to the hotel.

We have nothing much planned on this day. You will have time to rest and unpack, depending on your flight landing time.

Max Altitude: 1,345m / 4,412 ftAccommodation: HotelTravel Mode: Private Tourist Vehicle

Wake up with a delicious breakfast. Around 9 to 10 a.m., the guide will be in your hotel lobby with a car/van and driver to pick you up. You’ll visit a few monuments with a guide and learn about Nepal’s architecture, art, and history.

The historical sites you visit today are UNESCO World Heritage Sites. We begin the tour by visiting Swayambhunath temple, also known as Monkey Temple. Located at the top of a hill, it offers an excellent aerial view of Kathmandu. From here, we drive to Patan Durbar Square.

Patan Durbar Square was a royal residence and now serves as an open museum. Visitors can explore palaces, courtyards, temples, and shrines.

Max Altitude: 1,345m / 4,412 ftMeals: BreakfastAccommodation: HotelDuration: 5-6 hoursTravel Mode: Private Tourist Vehicle
Day 2 Visit Patan Durbar Square 2
Highlight of the day
Visit UNESCO world heritage sites, Swoyambhunath Stupa and Patan Durbar Square

Today, you will drive scenically from Kathmandu to Pokhara. You will leave Kathmandu early in the morning and drive along the Trishuli River. The Kathmandu Pokhara route is beautiful and scenic.

The road is well-made. Therefore, the ride will be comfortable. The green hills, terraces, and occasional waterfalls will make the journey enchanting.

While approaching Pokhara, you will also witness snow-capped mountains. In the late afternoon and evening, you will have free time. We recommend exploring Phewa Lake and catching a sunset view over it.

Note: The drive takes longer than we expected because of construction work. For those who want to skip the long road journey, there is an option to take a short flight to Pokhara.

Max Altitude: 830m / 2,723 ftMeals: BreakfastAccommodation: HotelDuration: 7-8 HoursDistance: 210km / 130 milesTravel Mode: Private Tourist Vehicle
Day 3 Travel To Pokhara 2
Highlight of the day
Travel to Pokhara by private tourist vehicle

You’ll wake up early and drive to Sarangkot to see the sunrise. You will see stunning views of mountains like Lamjung Himal, Machhapuchhre, Annapurna, and Dhaulagiri.

You will have breakfast in Sarangkot and start walking towards Naudanda.

The hiking is about 3 to 4 hours and is a gentle trail. You then return to Pokhara and visit Bindhyabisini temple on the way back to Pokhara.

Max Altitude: 1,600m / 5,249 ftMeals: BreakfastAccommodation: HotelDuration: 4-5 hoursTravel Mode: Private Tourist Vehicle and Walking
Sunrise From Sarangkot 2
Highlight of the day
Sunrise view over the Himalayas from Sarangkot View point

We have another full day in Pokhara. You begin the day leisurely and visit the remaining tourist sites, including the Peace Stupa.

You boat at Phewa Lake and cross it. Then, you hike to Peace Stupa. You will have a great view of Pokhara, Phewa Lake, and the Himalayas from the Stupa.

The Stupa itself is lovely and worth visiting. You then walk down to Devis Falls. You visit Davis Falls and Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave. The tour ends today; the rest of the day is yours to explore independently.

Max Altitude: 830m / 2,723 ftMeals: BreakfastAccommodation: HotelTravel Mode: Private Tourist Vehicle, Boating and Walking
Day 5 Boating At Phewa Lake 2
Highlight of the day
Boating at Phewa Lake

After a hot breakfast, you leave Pokhara and travel to Chitwan National Park. The route to Chitwan is beautiful and scenic. The lush green hills, terrace fields, rivers, and occasional waterfalls make the ride smooth.

Upon reaching Chitwan, You will have time to rest and freshen up before visiting Tharu village.

Tharu is one of the most genuine communities in Nepal, and it has a rich cultural heritage. You visit the village to learn about its culture and lifestyle.

This evening, they will welcome you with their fascinating stick dance in vibrant traditional clothes.

Max Altitude: 430m / 1,410 ftMeals: Breakfast, Lunch and DinnerAccommodation: Hotel/ResortDuration: 5-6 HoursDistance: 165km / 102 milesTravel Mode: Private Tourist Vehicle
Drive From Pokhara To Chitwan 2
Highlight of the day
Travel to Chitwan National Park

The day begins early, and we go to Chitwan National Park. First, we will go on a jeep safari. During the jungle safari, we may see wildlife like one-horn rhinos, elephants, wild boars, royal Bengal tigers, deer, and peacocks.

We then visited the elephant breeding center and bathed with them. We also offer canoeing and deep jungle walks.

Max Altitude: 430m / 1,410 ftMeals: Breakfast, Lunch and DinnerAccommodation: Hotel/Resort
Jungle Walking 2
Highlight of the day
Waking in Chitwan National Park

Wake up early to catch a gorgeous sunrise. After breakfast, leave Chitwan and drive back to Kathmandu. It will be a 5 to 6-hour ride.

The views will be comforting along the way. Once you reach Kathmandu, the team will drop you at the hotel. Enjoy the rest of the day unpacking, relaxing, and shopping.

Max Altitude: 1,345m / 4,412 ftMeals: BreakfastAccommodation: HotelDuration: 6-7 hoursDistance: 185km / 114 milesTravel Mode: Private Tourist Vehicle
Bord Watching 2
Highlight of the day
Bird Watching in Chitwan
Max Altitude: 1,345m / 4,412 ftMeals: BreakfastAccommodation: HotelDuration: 4-5 HoursTravel Mode: Private Tourist Vehicle
Day 8 Visit Bhaktapur Durbar Square 2
Highlight of the day
Explore the Bhaktapur Durbar Square

Spirit of Nepal tour comes to an end. Our airport team will drop you at Tribhuvan International Airport according to your flight schedule time and bid you a last goodbye. You can also extend your trip to Nepal with us.

Max Altitude: 1,345m / 4,412 ftMeals: BreakfastTravel Mode: Private Tourist Vehicle
Cost Details
Service Details
What's Included
  • Airport transfers on arrival and departrue
  • Four night's Accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast
  • Three nights' Accommodation in Pokhara with breakfast
  • Two nights' Accommodation in Chitwan on a full board basis (breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner)
  • All the transportation by private tourist vehicle
  • All the applicable entrance fees to visit the monuments and National parks
  • Local guide for the tour
  • All Service charge and VAT
What's not Included
  • Nepal entry visa fee
  • Travel insurance (compulsory)
  • Meals (Lunch and Dinner) not specified in the itinerary
  • International airfare to and from Nepal
  • Tips for the guide and  driver
  • Anything not mentioned in the section
Add-ons & Options

Everest Mountain Flight

For those seeking a more adventurous experience, an optional Everest mountain flight is available for $250 per person on day two or nine mornings. This thrilling opportunity allows you to witness the majesty of the world's highest peak from a unique perspective.

Skip the long drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara

You can skip the long drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara by upgrading 30-minute flight at US $120.00

Skip the long drive from Chitwan to Kathmandu

You can skip the long drive from Chitwan to Kathmandu by upgrading 20-minute flight at US $140.00

Are you Solo traveller and making booking through the Last Minute Booking?

Solo traveller will be paired with another traveller when booking through the Last Minute Booking, Please add Single Supplement Fee while booking to secure a single private room.

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Best time for the Spirit of Nepal Tour

The best time to visit Nepal depends on your travel goals, such as what activities you want to do and where in Nepal you want to visit. Generally, the Autumn Season (September, October, and November) and the spring season (March, April, and May) are recommended for mountain hiking. Spring and autumn are the best times to do mountain hiking and any other tours and activities in Nepal.

When it comes to the Spirit of Nepal tour, the power is in your hands. You can embark on this adventure at any time of the year, giving you the freedom to plan your journey according to your schedule. This tour, which includes visits to cities and national parks, is available year-round, except for the rainy months of July and August when Nepal experiences heavy rainfall and potential road disturbances and landslides.

What to pack for the Spirit of Nepal Tour

One of the keys to a successful Spirit of Nepal Tour is being well-prepared. To help you with this, we've compiled a detailed packing list for your Spirit of Nepal Holidays. This list will ensure you have everything you need, no matter the season of your visit.

Packing List Spirit of Nepal Package

  • Suitcase/Duffel or Rucksack bag to keep all your gear
  • Daypack for yourself to keep your things, such as a camera, water, and things you need for the day.
  • Shade hat
  • Warm wool hat to cover your ears (if you are traveling in winter)
  • A pair of light-weight warm gloves (if you are traveling in winter)
  • T-shirts
  • A fleece jacket ( if you are traveling in winter)
  • Raincoat (if you are traveling in monsoon time)
  • Some pairs of socks
  • Sunglasses and hat
  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Water bottle or hydration pack
  • Head/torch Light
  • A medium-sized travel towel
  • Sunscreen and lip balm with SPF
  • Insect repellent
  • Camera or Smartphone for capturing memories
  • Power bank for charging electronics
  • Miscellaneous Things to Pack for Nepal Tours
  • Passport and travel documents
  • Cash (Nepalese Rupees) and credit/debit cards
  • Travel insurance information
  • Snacks and energy bars
  • Small first aid kit
  • Personal identification and emergency contact information

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