What dates do you run this trip in October?

We have fixed departure dates on 1st and 16th of each months. But if the fixed departure dates are not feasible to you, we can arrange the trip on your preferred date as per your time schedule. Please do let us know your preferred date and we will organize it accordingly.

12 Days Budget Nepal Trip with Rafting

12 days

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Start and end in Kathmandu

4.8

6 traveler reviews

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The trekking was challenging at times but really beautiful, the scenery ,really stunning.
SueHuxley, traveled in May
5.0
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Operator: Himalayan Social Journey
Hiking & Trekking: Epic trails and breathtaking landscapes await
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Partially Guided: Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 2 - 14
Ages 10+

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Itinerary

Day 1
Kathmandu
Start point
Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal (Main Intrance)
Meals
Dinner (Welcome dinner)
Included Activities
- Airport pickup and transfer to hotel
- Orientation program
- Welcome dinner
Day 2
Kathmandu
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided sightseeing tour of Kathmandu by private vehicle
- Visit Swoyambhunath
- Visit Boudhanath
- Visit Patan Durbar Square
- Visit Pashupatinath
Landmarks
Swoyambhunath
Boudhanath
Patan Durbar Square
Pashupatinath
Day 3
Kathmandu to Charaudi
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Approximately 3 hours rafting
- Lunch during rafting
Day 4
Charaudi to Chitwan
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Drive to Chitwan
- Welcome drinks
- Evening walk
- Tharu cultural show
Day 5
Chitwan
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Elephant back safari
- Jungle walk
- Canoeing trip
- Tharu village visit
- Bird watching
Day 6
Chitwan to Tikhedhunga
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Drive to Tikhedhunga through scenic route
Day 7
Tikhedhunga to Ghorepani
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Trek from Tikhedhunga to Ulleri
- Trek from Ulleri to Ghorepani (approximately 6-7 hours, 2800m elevation)
- Lunch at Ulleri
Day 8
Ghorepani to Tadapani
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Early morning hiking to Poon Hill for sunrise
- Panoramic mountain view of 10 peaks
- Trek to Tadapani
Landmarks
Poon Hill
Day 9
Tadapani to Ghandruk to Pokhara
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Trek to Ghandruk
- Drive back to Pokhara via sharing jeep
Landmarks
Ghandruk
Day 10
Pokhara
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided sightseeing tour of Pokhara
- Visit Davis Fall
- Visit Gupteshwor Cave
- Visit White Peace Pagoda
- Visit Pumdikot
- Visit Tibetan Refugee Camp
Landmarks
Davis Fall
Gupteshwor Cave
White Peace Pagoda
Day 11
Pokhara to Kathmandu
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Drive to Kathmandu by tourist bus (approximately 6-7 hours)
Optional Activities
- Flight from Pokhara to Kathmandu (US$ 120 per person)
Day 12
Kathmandu Departure
End point
Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal (Main Entrance)
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Airport transfer

Landmarks
Swoyambhunath
Boudhanath
Patan Durbar Square
Pashupatinath

Landmarks
Poon Hill

Landmarks
Ghandruk

Landmarks
Davis Fall
Gupteshwor Cave
White Peace Pagoda

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Insurance
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- Fast booking confirmation
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Himalayan Social Journey

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(14 reviews)

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Age Range

6 to 90 years old

Response rate

50%

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Traveler Moments

Traveler Reviews

4.8

Overall rating based on 6 Reviews

Itinerary
4.8
Transport
4.4
Guide
5.0
Accommodation
4.3
Food
4.8
Tour Operator
4.7

Conor
December 10th, 2019
5.0
Awesome holiday Jam packed with so many awesome activities, places and scenery that honestly takes your breath away....
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Traveled in November 2019
Reply from: Himalayan Social Journey
Thank you for your kind review. We are glad that you had good time with us. We would be happy to serve you again along with friends and families. Happy New Year 2020 and Best Regards from Himalayan Social Journey Family!
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NickBerry
November 26th, 2019
4.5
Amazing trip that I will never forget. Had a fantastic couple of tour guides, porters and other travelers. Would...
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Traveled in November 2019
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PhilipEvans
October 27th, 2019
5.0
A fantastic experience
Traveled in October 2019
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KarenAnneCollell
October 13th, 2019
4.5
I had a fantastic time. Laughed so much. The guides and porters were fantastic and all made our trip very enjoyable...
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Traveled in October 2019
Huihui
May 29th, 2019
5.0
Great, love it very much
Traveled in May 2019
Reply from: Himalayan Social Journey
Thank you very for much for your review. Regards, Team HSJ
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SueHuxley
May 4th, 2019
5.0
This tour was fabulous from start to finish . The guide Binod and the porters Prakash,Suzan,Shisir,and Ramesh were...
This tour was fabulous from start to finish . The guide Binod and the porters Prakash,Suzan,Shisir,and Ramesh were all , fantastic. Binod was kind, professional and very focused on making sure everyone was safe, happy , well informed and had the best trip possible. The trekking was challenging at times but really beautiful, the scenery ,really stunning . Binod and his team gave us time to appreciate the natural diversity of the Annapurna and it’s beautiful people . The Chitwan National Park was also truly lovely an addition to the trip that was relaxing and fascinating. This trip will always be a treasured memory for me , it was diverse , exciting and fantastic fun shared with lovely likeminded people from around the world and our team of fabulous Nepalese guides and porters made it a trip of a life time .Show more
Traveled in April 2019
Reply from: Himalayan Social Journey
Dear Sue, Namaste!!! Thank you very much for your candid comment about us and your trek. We whole HSJ family is extremely happy to be part of your successful trip. We feel proud to welcome you here and to provide assistance which makes your trip memorable. Looking forward to seeing you with a more beautiful package in the near future. Best wishes, Hsj Team
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What dates do you run this trip in October?
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- Himalayan Social JourneyOperator•Written January 2023
  We have fixed departure dates on 1st and 16th of each months. But if the fixed departure dates are not feasible to you, we can arrange the trip on your preferred date as per your time schedule. Please do let us know your preferred date and we will organize it accordingly.

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Tour ID: 146975

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Vaccines
- These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
- Typhoid - Recommended for Nepal. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Hepatitis A - Recommended for Nepal. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Cholera - Recommended for Nepal. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Tuberculosis - Recommended for Nepal. Ideally 3 months before travel.
- Hepatitis B - Recommended for Nepal. Ideally 2 months before travel.
- Meningococcal meningitis - Recommended for Nepal. Ideally 1 week before travel.
- Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for Nepal. Ideally 10 days before travel.
- Japanese B encephalitis - Recommended for Nepal. Ideally 1 month before travel.
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- Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
- Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
Payment information
- For any tour departing before April 12th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after April 12th, 2026, a minimum payment of 20% is required to confirm your booking with Himalayan Social Journey. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 60 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
- Some departure dates and prices may vary and Himalayan Social Journey will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
- The following cards are accepted for "Himalayan Social Journey" tours: Visa, Maestro, Mastercard, American Express or PayPal. TourRadar does NOT charge you an extra fee for using any of these payment methods.
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