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Nepal Classic Tour — 7 Days
7 daysFrom KathmanduBest: Year-round (best Oct–May)
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Duration
7 days
From
$1,150/person
Difficulty
Easy
Starts
Kathmandu
Group Size
2–15 People
Stay
Hotel (3–4 star)
Meals
Breakfast & Some Meals
Best Season
Year-round (best Oct–May)
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Trip Highlights
Three UNESCO World Heritage regions in one trip: Kathmandu Valley, Pokhara, and Chitwan
Sunrise over the full Annapurna range from Sarangkot — Machapuchare at 150 m viewpoint
Wild one-horned rhino and Bengal tiger tracking on dawn jeep safari in Chitwan NP
Kathmandu heritage walk: Pashupatinath cremation ghats, Boudhanath stupa circuit, Durbar squares
Phewa Lake sunset row with Fishtail Mountain reflected in glassy water
Tharu village cultural dinner and traditional stick dance performance in Chitwan
Private licensed guide and vehicle throughout — no group bus schedules, full flexibility
Nepal in one week: UNESCO heritage temples in Kathmandu, lakeside Pokhara, and a Chitwan jungle safari — the essential first-timer itinerary.
Day-by-Day Itinerary(7 days)
Altitude Profile
Peak: 1,401 m · Day 3Airport pick-up, hotel check-in, and orientation. Welcome dinner in Thamel with an overview of the week ahead.
1,400 m––DHotel
The Nepal Classic Tour covers the three UNESCO World Heritage regions in 7 days with private transport and a licensed guide throughout: Kathmandu Valley, Pokhara, and Chitwan National Park. Kathmandu delivers the culture — Pashupatinath at sunset, Boudhanath's Buddhist circuit at dawn, Swayambhunath, and Bhaktapur Durbar Square. Pokhara delivers the mountain landscape — Phewa Lake sunrise by private boat, Sarangkot dawn panorama, and the Annapurna range up close. Chitwan delivers the wildlife — dawn jeep safari for one-horned rhino and Bengal tiger, canoe safari, and Tharu village cultural dinner.
No group buses, no fixed departure times. The guide adjusts pace and depth of each site to your interests. This is the Nepal introduction that makes most first-time visitors want to come back for a longer trek.
Best seasons: October–November and February–April. Chitwan wildlife: Best Jan–March. Private guide and vehicle throughout.
What's Included
Included
- Licensed English-speaking guide throughout
- All internal transport and domestic flights (Kathmandu–Pokhara, Chitwan transfers)
- Hotels 3–4 star (twin share; Kathmandu, Pokhara, Chitwan)
- Chitwan National Park package: jeep safari, canoe, jungle walk
- UNESCO heritage site entry fees as per itinerary
- Breakfast daily + all meals during Chitwan safari
- Kathmandu and Pokhara airport transfers
- All government taxes and service charges
Not Included
- International airfare to/from Kathmandu
- Nepal entry visa fee ($30–$50 on arrival)
- Comprehensive travel insurance
- Personal expenses and souvenirs
- Tips for guide, driver, and lodge staff
- Alcoholic beverages and premium drinks
- Any optional activities or extensions not listed in the itinerary
- Costs arising from illness, delays, or early departure
Pickup
Pokhara or Kathmandu: where should we pick you up?
This trip begins in Kathmandu. If you are already in Pokhara, we can bring you across (Pokhara and Kathmandu are about 200 km apart: 25 minutes by plane or 6 to 8 hours by tourist bus).
Pickup in Kathmandu
Trip starts hereLanding in Kathmandu? We meet you at the airport or your hotel and get you to the start.
- Kathmandu international airport (on arrival)Included
- Kathmandu domestic airportIncluded
- Kathmandu hotel pickupIncluded
- Kathmandu tourist bus park pickupWe quote
Pickup in Pokhara
Staying in Pokhara? We can bring you to Kathmandu for the start.
- Pokhara hotel pickupIncludes getting you to Kathmandu by tourist bus or flight. We confirm the price with you.We quote
- Pokhara airport pickupIncluded
- Pokhara tourist bus park pickupWe quote
Hotel in the city
- No hotel, I will book my own$0
- Kathmandu: tourist standard guest houseWe quote
- Kathmandu: 3-star hotel (bed & breakfast)We quote
- Kathmandu: 4-star hotel (bed & breakfast)We quote
- Kathmandu: 5-star hotel (bed & breakfast)We quote
Prices are per person and added to the trip price when you book. “We quote” means the price depends on your flight time and hotel, so our team confirms it with you before the trip. It is never added to your payment without asking.
Best Time to Go
Autumn (Sep–Nov)
Perfect conditions — clear Himalaya views from every destination, comfortable touring weather
Low: 10–16°C High: 22–28°C
Spring (Mar–May)
Rhododendrons on the hillsides, clear mountain panoramas, spring festivals add cultural richness
Low: 14–20°C High: 25–32°C
Winter (Dec–Feb)
Cool and clear — excellent Himalaya views, lower visitor numbers at heritage sites
Low: 5–10°C High: 15–22°C
Monsoon (Jun–Aug)
Cultural sites accessible throughout — mountain views often obscured but green landscapes are lush
Low: 18–24°C High: 26–32°C
Permits Required
Kathmandu Heritage Monument Zone Ticket
USD 15 (covers Pashupatinath, Boudhanath, Swayambhunath)Included in tour price.
Chitwan National Park Entry Permit
NPR 2,000 per day (about US$15)Included in tour price.
No permits for Pokhara
FreePokhara lakeside and viewpoints are freely accessible.
All permits are arranged and included in your package price. Nothing to organise yourself.
What to Pack
Smart-casual clothes (shoulders and knees covered for temples)
Comfortable walking shoes
Light rain jacket
Sun hat
Warm layer for Nagarkot/Pokhara evenings
A detailed packing list will be sent with your booking confirmation. Gear rental available in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
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