Nepal vacations 2020 & 2021
With Mount Everest straddling its border, rare one-horned rhino roaming its jungles and pagodas studding its valleys, the tiny mountain kingdom of Nepal has an almost mythical quality. You don’t have to be an elite mountaineer to explore here, and our specialists can explain the wide variety of trekking options available, as well as experiences beyond the mountains, to shape a tailor-made vacation to Nepal that suits your interests.
Temples, palaces and pilgrimage sites line the Kathmandu Valley, while the capital itself presents you with an assortment of spice bazaars, shrines and artisan workshops. Chitwan National Park is defined by river plains and jungle where Bengal tigers and gharial crocodiles live. In-between you’ll find medieval villages with elaborate Newari mansions and narrow cobbled streets. This is all watched over by the ever-present Annapurna and Everest ranges that form the backbone of the country.
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Suggested itineraries for Nepal
These itineraries give you a starting point for what your trip to Nepal could entail. They cover routes we've found work particularly well and feature some of our favorite places to stay. Treat them as inspiration, as each trip is created uniquely for you.
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Central Bhutan
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- 100% tailor-made journeys
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Best time to visit
Our specialists advise on the best months to visit Nepal.
Nepal in pictures
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Experience the Annapurna region -
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Search for leopard in Bardia National Park -
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Take to the waters of the Seti River -
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Trek through the mountains -
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Witness the best mountain views from Nagarkot -
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Meet the Nepalese people -
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Try an adventurous activity -
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Spend a day or two at Namche Bazaar
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Our expert guides to traveling in Nepal
Written by our specialists from the viewpoint of their own travels, these guides will help you decide on the shape of your own trip to Nepal. Aiming to inspire and inform, we share our recommendations for how to appreciate Nepal at its best.
Take a 2-minute trip to Nepal
Watch our short video, an introduction to Nepal's sights, landscapes and people. Discover a beautiful country characterised by snow-capped mountains and a traditional way of life.
There’s more to Nepal than trekking: our highlights guide
In a country that attracts serious trekkers and hikers, Nepal specialist Katy suggests her alternative highlights. Tackle gentle walks through the Kathmandu Valley or spend days wandering through medieval town squares. Dive into the bazaars of Kathmandu or search for rhinos in Chitwan National Park.
Nepal trekking: walking on the roof of the world
Having first visited the country in the 80s, Nepal specialist Andy has re-visited multiple times. He shares his experiences of tackling a variety of Nepal’s trekking routes and explains why it’s the only way to access certain parts of the country.
India to Nepal: where to go in the Himalaya
Spanning six countries and the world’s highest mountain range, the Himalaya isn’t a region you usually tackle in one go. We compare and contrast the best Himalayan journeys, which include seeking out rhinos in Nepal, visiting remote dzongs in Bhutan and riding railways in India.