Solo-ish Nepal
12 Days Starting and ending in Kathmandu, Nepal
Visiting: Kathmandu, Bhaktapur, Pharping, Royal Chitwan National Park, Gorkha, Pokhara
Tour operator:
Tour code:
26296
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 16
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Vegans
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
Embark on the "Solo-ish Nepal" adventure, a captivating journey through the heart of Nepal designed for those who love to explore with a small group. Discover the vibrant cities of Bhaktapur and Kathmandu with guided tours, and delve into the wilderness with a 4x4 excursion in Chitwan National Park. Experience the thrill of hiking in Gorkha and the serenity of Pokhara, including a visit to the Peace Pagoda. This 12-day tour offers a blend of cultural immersion and natural beauty, with activities like momo making, henna painting, and a Tharu community cultural dance show. Travel in comfort with private vehicles and enjoy 11 nights in hotels, making unforgettable memories with fellow adventurers.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Dinner Party: Kathmandu
Location: Kathmandu
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Dinner
Welcome to Nepal! Arrive to Kathmandu and meet your arrival transfer at the airport and join your Welcome Meeting at the hotel before you're off to your Dinner Party. While getting to know your new solo-ish travel mates, cook local Nepali dumplings, called momos, working alongside your host families. Enjoy the feast of momos, broths and chutneys for a perfect first night in Nepal!
Additional Information: Please arrive no later than 12:00 pm to ensure you arrive with enough time to join your Welcome Meeting and Dinner Party.
ACTIVITY: Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.
ACTIVITY: Food is a universal language, and there's no better way to get to know a new friend, or a new community, than by breaking bread together and digging in to a delicious meal. Do both tonight as we cook alongside our host family and our fellow solo-ish travellers to make home cooked Nepalis momos, savory broths and sweet chutneys. Then sit together for a delicious meal side by side.
Day 2: We Day: Kathmandu
Location: Kathmandu
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today is all about getting to know your fellow solo-ish travellers, your CEO and Kathmandu better! Together, visit the famous Boudhnath Stupa and other important monasteries in the area. Visit the Pashupati Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva. Lunch will take place at a local family's home, where we will cook and connect while learning about daily life in Nepal. Finish the day with some sightseeing in Old Durbur Square and the Golden Temple.
ACTIVITY: With your incredible CEO at the helm, get to know the local community and your Solo-ish travel mates on a day packed full of interesting and engaging adventures. Visit the famous Boudhanath Stupa, one of the largest spherical stupas in the world. Visit the Pashupatinath Temple, an important Hindu pilgrimage site. Then visit a local family and spend some time cooking a home cooked meal along side them as you learn about life in Kathmandu and Nepal. After lunch, walk around beautiful Durbar Square.
Day 3: G Day: Bhaktapur
Location: Bhaktapur
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Today's epic adventure brings us to the historic city of Bhaktapur. We'll tour famous parts of this city like Durabar, Pottery Square and Datatreya Square. This town is full of ancient architecture, beautiful local crafts and delicious food. In the afternoon, join your crew as we head to Thimi for a special surprise before returning to Bhaktapur for the evening.
ACTIVITY: With your Solo-ish travel mates and CEO, explore some of the worlds coolest activities alongside new friends. It's not just an epic day of fun, its chock full of incredible experiences and a surprise G element along the way to take your day to 11. Drive to the historic city of Bhaktapur and take a sightseeing tour of this UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Day 4: Bhaktapur To Pharping
Location: Pharping
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Stretch those legs this morning on the Champa Devi Hike. This incredible route gains an elevation of around 600 meters and at the top, you are greeted by views over the mountain range and of Kathmandu city. In the afternoon, tour the Dhakshinkali Temple and Asura Cave before returning to the hotel. Dig into a delicious outdoor Nepalese barbecue this evening.
TRANSPORT: Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
ACTIVITY: Hike through the forest up to the top of Champa Devi. On a clear day, you can see the surrounding mountain and the city of Kathmandu. Enjoy a picnic lunch at the top before hiking back down.
ACTIVITY: Visit the mysterious Dakshinkali Temple outside the village of Pharping. It is one of the main temples in Nepal dedicated to Kali, the Hindu goddess of destruction. Kali is an imposing figure, portrayed as scowling and emaciated, with a protruding tongue and red eyes, and is decked in a necklace of skulls. This temple is very popular with pilgrims, and animal sacrifices to Kali are popular here.
ACTIVITY: Embrace the religious pluralism of Nepal with an afternoon visit to the buddhist Asura Cave and Vajrayogini Temple and the Shesh Narayan Hindu Temple.
Day 5: Pharping To Royal Chitwan National Park
Location: Royal Chitwan National Park
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
This morning we head to Royal Chitwan National Park, home to Nepal's greatest safaris. In the afternoon, cycle along the Narayani River and enjoy a near perfect sunset followed by some tea and cookies. In the evening, we'll sit together and watch an amazing Tharu Cultural Dance performance followed by a delicious dinner.
TRANSPORT: Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
ACTIVITY: Explore the village and its surroundings with a guided bike ride. Enjoy sunset on the banks of the Narayani river over a cup of tea.
ACTIVITY: Spend the evening listening to traditional song and watching cultural dance performances by Tharu community members. You will see dances like the Bhajayati and Thekara stick dance, the peacock dance, and the fire dance. Join with the dancers if you wish and learn the moves while adding your own flair. Dinner will be served buffet-style in the community dining hall following the performance.
Day 6: Royal Chitwan National Park Safari
Location: Royal Chitwan National Park
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
This morning, take a 4x4 jeep safari through the national park and search for the elusive tiger. In the afternoon, join your CEO to visit the local community and try your hand-literally-at getting some henna applied.
ACTIVITY: Explore the diverse ecosystems of Royal Chitwan National Park from the comfort of a 4x4 vehicle. Keep your eyes peeled for the many animals that live there, including birds, monkeys, crocodiles, and rhinos. If you're lucky, you might get to see an elusive tiger.
ACTIVITY: Be welcomed into the community by the local women. Learn about their traditional Tharu wear and ornaments and have your hands painted with henna.
Day 7: Royal Chitwan National Park To Gorkha
Location: Gorkha
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Drive to Gorkha together and enjoy the scenic ride along the way. After arrival, explore Gorkha town with your solo-ish travel buds and visit the Gorkha Palace and Museum.
TRANSPORT: Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
ACTIVITY: Visit the historic 16th century Gorkha Palace and learn about the history of Nepal's unification, cultural heritage and various ethnic groups at the Gorkha Museum.
Day 8: Gorkha
Location: Gorkha
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Hike together up to the Gorakhkali Temple. This slightly challenging uphill hike is extremely rewarding, particularly upon arrival to the temple with beautiful views of the surrounding mountain peaks as a backdrop. For those looking for a more leisurely adventure, a car can take you near the Gorakhkali Temple for an easier 20 minute walk. Then hike down to see the Ram Shah Chautaro statue and finishing at Sati Pipal, before driving back to the hotel. Enjoy a free evening in Gorkha.
ACTIVITY: Climb to the top of the hill to reach the beautiful Gorakhkali Temple. This temple offers incredible views of the surrounding mountains like Mt Manaslu, Mt Gorkha Himal, Mt Himalchuli, and Mt Ganesh Himal. This hike take about 2 hours to climb and its mostly uphill stairs, but the climb makes the top that much more enjoyable.
FREE TIME: Enjoy a free afternoon to explore Gorkha.
Day 9: Gorkha To Pokhara
Location: Pokhara
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Another day, another epic destination in Nepal alongside your fellow solo-ish travel mates. Today we drive to the lakeside town of Pokhara. After arrival, visit the famous peace pagoda before enjoying an evening at leisure.
TRANSPORT: Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
ACTIVITY: Visit the World Peace Pagoda, which was constructed by Buddhist monks. Enjoy the unique structure and the beautiful view around it.
ACTIVITY: Breathe in the fresh air and take in the views of the Himalayas and Phewa Lake while getting your bearings around this scenic city.
Day 10: Me Day: Pokhara
Location: Pokhara
Accommodation Name: hotel
Spend the day in Pokhara town exactly how you wish on your Me Day adventure! Opt to explore this beautiful place on your own, strengthening those solo traveller skills. Or opt to join your CEO and other travel mates for a scavenger hunt that takes your through the town, connecting with Nepal, locals in Pokhara and with the other solo-ish travellers participating.
ACTIVITY: Traveling solo alongside your new Solo-ish travel mates means there's always something fun to do and new friends to explore with. But the joy of travel can also be about taking time to yourself to recharge, refresh and reflect on the journey. Today, choose to join your CEO for an incredible activity, or take the time to yourself to enjoy your own company in one of the most incredible places on our planet.
Day 11: Pokhara To Kathmandu
Location: Kathmandu
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Wake before the sun is up and drive near the top of Sarangkot. Walk to the top and enjoy an incredible sunrise view. Then head to the nearby village for breakfast with a local initiative supporting woman in this picturesque rural village. After time to explore the village, fly to Kathmandu and enjoy one final group dinner together, reflecting on the amazing trip together.
ACTIVITY: Rise early and experience a spectacular sunrise with a panoramic view of the surrounding Himalayas. The highest altitude on this trek is at 1600 meters.
ACTIVITY: Sharing Seeds is a women led enterprise in Sarnagkot - Tallathar village. This women led experience provides a local breakfast in the fields of the picturesque village of Tallathar. This experience is led by 8 rural women from the same community. Apart from this experience, Sharing Seeds also supports local farmers to produce organic arabica coffee, beekeeping and offering new opportunities to local women in Pandeli Village to produce recyclable handicrafts made from hemp fabrics. This has ensured that communities gain new skills and employment opportunities while retaining their culture and addressing the problem of rural urban migration. Travellers can take a walk in the village and learn more about the coffee grown in the region. They can also gain some local insight on non exploitative methods of bee keeping and on brewing some herbal tea.
TRANSPORT: Look! Up in the sky! It's a bird! It's a plane! It's... yup, it is a plane, actually.
Day 12: Kathmandu
Location: Kathmandu
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
You arrived a solo traveller and are leaving with many new friends. Say goodbye to your fellow Solo-ish travellers and depart at any time.
What's Included
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Welcome Moment
Your Welcome Moment includes meeting your CEO and group.
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Dinner Party
Enjoy a Dinner Party in Kathmandu.
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We Day
Experience Boudhanath Stupa, Pashupatinath Temple, and lunch with a local family in Kathmandu.
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G Day
Participate in the Bhaktapur Adventure.
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Complimentary Arrival Transfer
A complimentary arrival transfer is included.
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Momo Making
Participate in a momo making session.
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Boudhanath Stupa
Visit the Boudhanath Stupa.
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Pashupatinath Temple
Visit the Pashupatinath Temple.
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Lunch with a Local Family
Enjoy lunch with a local family.
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Bhaktapur Sightseeing Tour
Take a sightseeing tour of Bhaktapur.
What's Not Included
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Meals Not Included
Meals are generally not included when there is a choice of eating options.
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Spending Money
Spending money for drinks, shopping, and tipping is not included.
Mode of Transport
Travel through Nepal using a combination of private vehicles, walking, and safari vehicles, ensuring a comfortable and immersive experience.
Accommodation
Enjoy 11 nights in comfortable hotels, providing a relaxing retreat after each day's adventures in Nepal.
Meals Included
10 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 6 dinners
Group Size
Max 16, avg 12
Group Leader
All G Adventures group trips are accompanied by one of our Chief Experience Officers (CEO). The aim of the CEO is to take the hassle out of your travels and to help you have the best trip possible. They will provide information on the places you are travelling through, offer suggestions for things to do and see, recommend great local eating venues and introduce you to our local friends. While not being guides in the traditional sense you can expect them to have a broad general knowledge of the countries visited on the trip, including historical, cultural, religious and social aspects. We also use local guides where we think more specific knowledge will add to the enjoyment of the places we are visiting - we think it's the best of both worlds.
Meals
Eating is a big part of traveling. Travelling with G Adventures you experience the vast array of wonderful food that is available out in the world. Generally meals are not included in the trip price when there is a choice of eating options, to give you the maximum flexibility in deciding where, what and with whom to eat. It also gives you more budgeting flexibility, though generally food is cheap. Our groups tend to eat together to enable you to taste a larger variety of dishes and enjoy each other's company. There is no obligation to do this though. Your CEO will be able to suggest favourite restaurants during your trip. Included breakfasts will usually be asian style consisting of noodles or congee (rice porridge) or bread and eggs. Vegetarians will be able to find a range of different foods, although in some areas the choice maybe limited. While trekking in remote regions food is included, plentiful and made of fresh local ingredients.
What to Take
We suggest that you pack as lightly as possible as you are expected to carry your own luggage. As a rule we try not to have to walk more than 15-20 minutes with your bags which is why we recommend keeping the weight of your bags between 10-15kg/22-30lb. We recommended a backpack or soft case/duffle on wheels of small to medium size (no XXL ones please!). You will also need a day pack/bag to carry water, cameras and other electronics like ipods and mobile phones.
Spending Money
Every traveller is different and therefore spending money requirements will vary. Some travellers may drink more than others while other travellers like to purchase more souvenirs than most. Please consider your own spending habits when it comes to allowing for drinks, shopping and tipping. Please also remember the following specific recommendations when planning your trip.
Solo Travellers
We believe solo travellers should not have to pay more to travel so our group trips are designed for shared accommodation and do not involve a single supplement. Single travellers joining group trips are paired in twin or multi-share accommodation with someone of the same sex for the duration of the trip. Some of our Independent trips are designed differently and solo travellers on these itineraries must pay the single trip price.
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of activities can I expect during the tour in Kathmandu?
In Kathmandu, you will visit the famous Boudhanath Stupa and Pashupatinath Temple, enjoy a lunch with a local family, and explore Old Durbar Square and the Golden Temple. You will also have the opportunity to cook local Nepali dumplings, called momos, with host families.
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What is the highlight of the visit to Bhaktapur?
In Bhaktapur, you will tour famous parts of the city like Durbar, Pottery Square, and Datatreya Square, which are full of ancient architecture, beautiful local crafts, and delicious food. There is also a special surprise planned in Thimi before returning to Bhaktapur for the evening.
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What can I expect during the visit to Royal Chitwan National Park?
At Royal Chitwan National Park, you will take a 4x4 jeep safari to explore the diverse ecosystems and search for wildlife such as birds, monkeys, crocodiles, rhinos, and possibly tigers. You will also enjoy a guided bike ride along the Narayani River and experience a Tharu Cultural Dance performance.
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What is the experience like in Gorkha?
In Gorkha, you will hike to the Gorakhkali Temple, which offers beautiful views of the surrounding mountain peaks. You will also visit the Gorkha Palace and Museum to learn about Nepal's history and cultural heritage. There is free time to explore Gorkha at your leisure.
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What activities are planned in Pokhara?
In Pokhara, you will visit the World Peace Pagoda and enjoy the scenic views of the Himalayas and Phewa Lake. You will also have a 'Me Day' to explore the town on your own or join a scavenger hunt with your travel mates. Additionally, you will experience a sunrise view from Sarangkot and have breakfast with a local initiative supporting women in the village.
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What kind of cultural experiences are included in the tour?
The tour includes several cultural experiences such as cooking and dining with local families in Kathmandu, watching a Tharu Cultural Dance performance in Royal Chitwan National Park, and learning about traditional Tharu wear and henna painting. You will also visit significant cultural sites like the Boudhanath Stupa, Pashupatinath Temple, and the World Peace Pagoda.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
G Adventures was established in 1990
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Most of our trips do not have a single supplement. This means that the accommodation is on a twin share basis and, if travelling on your own, you will be sharing a room with another G Adventures traveller of the same sex. Some tours have an optional single supplement. An optional service that may be available is called "My Own Room". This service allows solo travellers to request their own room.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
It's extremely difficult if not impossible to join a tour after it has begun. It is possible to leave a tour early however you will be responsible for your own arrangements from the moment you decide to leave the tour. You would also be responsible for all costs associated with joining a tour late or leaving one early. If you feel this may be necessary, please consult us before you book.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
https://www.gadventures.com/travel-with-confidence/
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https://www.gadventures.com/about-us/core-values/
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