About Essence of Nepal : From Himalayas to the plains of Terai
As the name suggests, the Essence of Nepal is a special trip created to allow visitors to discover and experience the soul of Nepal: Culture, Nature, and Wildlife. This 17-day trip perfectly combines trekking, tour, and wildlife. It covers diverse geographical regions of Nepal, its wildlife and vegetation, the people living in it, and their culture.
Nepal is home to some of the world's highest peaks and the birthplace of Lord Gautam Buddha. Along with these, it is a geographically and culturally diverse country. There are more than 125 different ethnic groups with their language living in peace and harmony. The diverse natural landscapes of Nepal start from the southern flatlands to the high mountains reaching as high as 8848.86 M. All these things define Nepal. And to let visitors have a glimpse of what Nepal is really about, our team of experts created this beautiful lifetime trip with extensive research and visits.
The 17-day Essence of Nepal begins with a 5-day easy trek to the foothills of Annapurna where you can view the gigantic Himalayan range. The trail passes through the beautiful villages of the Gurung where one can experience their warm hospitality, rich culture, and traditions. After the trek, we'll move on to Bandipur's small and beautiful hill town to spend a night. It is an ancient Newari town which used to be a popular trading hub.
The next stage of our trip will be the plains of Terai. After a delicious breakfast, we'll drive to Chitwan National Park. During our 1 and a half-day stay, we'll have plenty of nature activities like a Jeep safari, jungle walk, bird watching, canoeing ride, and many others. We'll also participate in the cultural programs of the indigenous Tharu communities. Then we will drive to Lumbini, the birthplace of Lord Budhha and a world heritage site. We'll have one and a half days to explore the holy places and dive deep into Buddhism.
After enjoying the Terai's wildlife, nature, culture, and spirituality, we fly back to Kathmandu. We will visit historical, cultural, and religious sites in the capital city like the Pashupatinath, Swayambhu, Basantapur Durbar Square, Lalitpur, Bhaktapur, Panauti, etc. Most of these sites are part of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Our 17-day Essence of Nepal Itinerary is meticulously planned by our team of experts ensuring safety with the utmost level of experience. And the good thing is, well, it can be customized according to your preferences. Just let us know and we'll help you create your perfect trip itinerary.
