• Overview
  • Cost Details
  • Itinerary
  • Fixed Departure
  • Useful Info
  • FAQs

Nepal Cultural and Nature Tour Package – Heritage Towns, Wildlife & Himalayas

A complete journey through Nepal’s living culture, hill towns, wildlife reserves, sacred sites, and Himalayan viewpoints – Kathmandu – Bandipur – Pokhara – Palpa – Lumbini – Chitwan
Best Price

Group Size and Price

  • No. of Travellers PRICE PER PERSON
  • 1 PAX US $ 1460
  • 2-4 PAX US $ 1420
  • 5-7 PAX US $ 1400
  • 8-20 PAX US $ 1350
Based on group size and dates* $1350 USD All Inclusive Price / Per Person 12 Nights 13 Days

Check Availability

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

  • Expert-led visits to Kathmandu Valley’s UNESCO-listed temples, stupas, and royal squares
  • Traditional hill-town stay in Bandipur with mountain panoramas
  • Sunrise over the Annapurna range from Sarangkot (1,600 m / 5,249 ft)
  • Lakeside experiences and Himalayan views in Pokhara
  • Scenic drive through Palpa hills and traditional settlements
  • Spiritual immersion at Lumbini, birthplace of Lord Buddha
  • Wildlife safari, canoe ride, and Tharu culture in Chitwan National Park
  • Everest mountain flight with window seat guarantee close-up Himalayan views
  • Private transportation throughout the journey
  • Easy-paced itinerary suitable for all age groups

TRIP OVERVIEW

This Nepal Cultural and Nature Tour Package is designed for travelers who want to understand Nepal as a whole, not through isolated highlights, but through a connected journey. Over thirteen well-paced days, the route moves through historic cities, preserved hill towns, lake valleys, jungle lowlands, and sacred pilgrimage sites, revealing how geography, culture, and daily life change from region to region making a perfect holiday package for families as well as individuals.

Nepal cultural tour begins in Kathmandu (1,400 m / 4,600 ft), where temples, palaces, and monasteries reflect centuries of Hindu and Buddhist coexistence. From the valley, the route climbs gently toward Bandipur (1,030 m / 3,379 ft), a beautifully preserved Newari settlement that feels untouched by time. Stone-paved lanes, traditional houses, and distant mountain views offer a quiet contrast to city life.

The tour then continues to Pokhara (822 m / 2,697 ft), where calm lakes sit beneath dramatic Himalayan walls. Peaks like Machhapuchhre (6,993 m / 22,943 ft) dominate the skyline, while sunrise viewpoints and lakeside walks define the rhythm of the days. From Pokhara, the road winds through the hills of Tansen, gradually descending toward the Terai plains.

In Lumbini (150 m / 492 ft), the birthplace of Lord Buddha, the atmosphere changes again. Sacred gardens, monasteries from around the world, and quiet walking paths invite reflection. The journey then reaches Chitwan National Park (415 m / 1,362 ft), where forests, rivers, and grasslands support rare wildlife and vibrant Tharu culture.

One Horned Rhino – Chitwan National Park Jungle Safari

The combined cultural and wildlife tour concludes back in Kathmandu, highlighted by a scenic Everest mountain flight, offering aerial views of the world’s highest peaks. This is not a trekking tour. It is an easy tour, comfortable exploration suitable for families, couples, seniors, and first-time visitors who want depth without physical strain making perfect holiday tour package for families.

Why Choose this tour?

This itinerary is designed for travelers who want Nepal in layers. Cities, villages, mountains, wildlife, and sacred sites are connected logically, without rushing or physical strain. Accommodation reflects local character, transportation is private and comfortable, and the pace allows real observation rather than surface sightseeing.

Accommodation and Food

  • Kathmandu, Pokhara, and Lumbini: comfortable 3-star hotels
  • Bandipur: traditional home-style heritage hotel
  • Chitwan: jungle lodge or standard resort
  • Daily breakfast included in Kathmandu Pokhara and Lumbini
  • Full board in Chitwan
  • Welcome cultural dinner in Kathmandu

Transportation

All ground travel is by private jeep or Hiace, depending on group size. This allows flexibility, comfort, and scenic stops. No internal flights are used in the standard itinerary. if you want a more short and luxury option, we can customize your itinerary based on internal flight routes.

Key Routes and Flight Information for Nepal Cultural and Nature Tour Package

  • Kathmandu (KTM) to/from Pokhara (PKR): Very frequent daily flights, typically 7–8 departures per day, with an average flight time of around 25 minutes.
  • Kathmandu (KTM) to/from Chitwan (Bharatpur – BHR): Daily flights operate regularly, taking approximately 20–25 minutes.
  • Kathmandu (KTM) to/from Bhairahawa (BWA): Daily connections are available, with a flight duration of about 40 minutes, commonly used for travel to Lumbini.
  • Pokhara (PKR) to/from Chitwan (Bharatpur – BHR): Direct flights are available on select schedules, offering a convenient link between the lake region and the jungle lowlands.
  • Bhairahawa (BWA) to/from Pokhara (PKR): Direct flights operate on selected days, providing a faster alternative to long road travel.
  • Bhairahawa (BWA) to/from Chitwan (Bharatpur – BHR): Direct 1 flights operate daily, providing a faster (15min flight) alternative to long road travel.
    PS: (Bhairahawa (BWA) to/from Chitwan (Bharatpur – BHR) is temporarily unavailable.

Important Flight Booking Note for Peak Season in Nepal

Early booking is strongly recommended, especially during peak trekking seasons in Nepal. Many trekking itineraries are reserved well in advance, and domestic flights can fill up quickly due to limited seating and high demand. Planning flights early helps secure preferred travel dates and avoids last-minute schedule constraints.

Difficulty Level

This is easy tour in Nepal. This journey focuses on cultural discovery and scenic travel, with no trekking or physically demanding activities involved. Short walks only. Suitable for all age groups.

Cost Overview

  • Approximate cost: USD 1,400 per person (dependent)
  • Varies by group size and hotel category
  • Varies by transportation options and luxury you choose
  • Itinerary duration of the trek

Outline Itinerary

To Detail Itinerary
DAY 1: Arrive in Kathmandu (1,400 m / 4,600 ft) – Airport Transfer and Welcome
DAY 2: Full-Day Kathmandu City Tour
DAY 3: Drive to Bandipur (1,030 m / 3,379 ft) - traditional tread hub
DAY 4: Drive to Pokhara (822 m / 2,697 ft)
DAY 5: Sarangkot Sunrise and Pokhara Sightseeing
DAY 6: Drive to Tansen Palpa and onward toward Lumbini
DAY 7: Lumbini Sightseeing (150 m / 492 ft)
DAY 8: Drive to Chitwan National Park (415 m / 1,362 ft)
DAY 9: Jungle Safari in Chitwan
DAY 10: Drive back to Kathmandu
DAY 11: Everest Mountain Flight and Leisure Time
DAY 12: Bhaktapur and Nagarkot Excursion
DAY 13: Final Departure

What's Included / Excluded

Cost Incluldes

  • Accommodation as per itinerary – 3 star Hotels and resorts on twin sharing basis
  • Private ground transportation in whole trip
  • Everest mountain flight, all transportation and airfair
  • Guided sightseeing and park activities
  • All entrance fees and permits
  • Professional English-speaking guide

Cost Excludes

  • International airfare
  • Nepal visa fee
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips and optional activities

Interested in Trekking Instead?

If you wish to combine or replace this tour with trekking adventures, explore these options on EBC Trails:

Everest Base Camp Trek
Annapurna Circuit Trek
Manaslu Region Trek
Everest Region Treks
Annapurna Region Treks
All Nepal Trekking Packages

Itinerary

Expand All
DAY
1

Arrive in Kathmandu (1,400 m / 4,600 ft) – Airport Transfer and Welcome

Max. Altitude: 1,400 m / 4,600 ft BB Plan 2/3 Stars Hotel
DAY
2
BB Plan 2/3 Stars Hotel
DAY
3
Max. Altitude: 1,030 m / 3,379 ft Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner Lodge - 2/3 Stars Hotel
DAY
4
Max. Altitude: 822 m / 2,697 ft Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner Tea house / Lodge - 2/3 Stars Hotel
DAY
5
Max. Altitude: 1,600 m / 5,249 ft Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner Tea house / Lodge - 2/3 Stars Hotel
DAY
6
Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner 2/3 Stars Hotel
DAY
7
Max. Altitude: 150 m / 492 ft Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner Lodge - 2/3 Stars Hotel
DAY
8
Max. Altitude: 415 m / 1,362 ft Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner Lodge - 2/3 Stars Hotel
DAY
9
Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner Lodge - 2/3 Stars Hotel
DAY
10
Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner Lodge - 2/3 Stars Hotel
DAY
11
BB Plan Lodge - 2/3 Stars Hotel
DAY
12
Max. Altitude: 2,175 m / 7,136 ft Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner Lodge - 2/3 Stars Hotel
DAY
13
BB Plan Lodge - 2/3 Stars Hotel

Itinerary Note

Our standard itinerary may vary due to unforeseen circumstances like flight delays, weather changes, or health concerns. We advise arriving a day early to rest and prepare, with extra buffer days for international flights. The itinerary serves as a guideline and can be adjusted based on client preferences, fitness levels, and ground realities. If you're not satisfied or have an alternative plan please feel free to discuss it with us By Clicking :- ASK QUESTION or CUSTOMIZE YOUR TRIP.

Join Fixed Departure

Fixed Departure Note

Join our group trek with a fixed departure date, or choose your own date with our Private Trip option, which offers daily availability.

Fixed Departure Status:

Guaranteed: The trip will definitely run on this date.
Available: The trip will run once the minimum group size is met.
Limited: Only a few seats left—book soon!
Closed: No seats left for this group. Please consider a private trip.

Luxury Upgrade Option

For travelers seeking higher comfort, this tour can be upgraded with domestic flights between Kathmandu, Pokhara, Bharatpur, and Bhairahawa, along with 4 to 5-star hotels. This reduces driving time and increases overall cost. Please feel free to customize your trip with filling up our contact us form or booking form.

What you will miss?

if you want to make tour comfort and luxury taking all routes by flight, ie from kathmandu – bhairawa (lumbini) – pokhara – chitwan, you will miss major two spots of our itinerary: Bandipur and Palpa. If you are first time visitor in Nepal, you will also miss the diversity of Nepal in terms of nature, culture, religion and more.

FAQ's

What kind of journey is this Nepal cultural and nature tour package?

We Accept Online booking payments