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 reviews)

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I had a fantastic time. Laughed so much. The guides and porters were fantastic and all made our trip very enjoyable.
KarenAnneCollell•traveled in October4.5
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Operator: Himalayan Social Journey
City & Culture: Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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

Intro
Introduction
Day 1
Kathmandu
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
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
Kathmandu to Charaudi
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Approximately 3 hours rafting
- Lunch during rafting
Day 4
Charaudi to Chitwan
Charaudi to Chitwan
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Drive to Chitwan
- Welcome drinks
- Evening walk
- Tharu cultural show
Day 5
Chitwan
Chitwan
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Elephant back safari
- Jungle walk
- Canoeing trip
- Tharu village visit
- Bird watching
Day 6
Chitwan to Tikhedhunga
Chitwan to Tikhedhunga
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Drive to Tikhedhunga through scenic route
Day 7
Tikhedhunga to Ghorepani
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
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
Tadapani to Ghandruk to Pokhara
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Trek to Ghandruk
- Drive back to Pokhara via sharing jeep
Landmarks
Ghandruk
Day 10
Pokhara
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
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
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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Guide
Meals
Additional Services
Transport

What's Not Included

Flights
Insurance
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Rating: 4.7 (14 reviews)
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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

Conor5.0•December 2019
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
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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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NickBerry4.5•November 2019
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
PhilipEvans5.0•October 2019
A fantastic experience
Traveled in October 2019
KarenAnneCollell4.5•October 2019
I had a fantastic time. Laughed so much. The guides and porters were fantastic and all made our trip very enjoyable...
I had a fantastic time. Laughed so much. The guides and porters were fantastic and all made our trip very enjoyable and I have great memories and made new friendsShow more
Traveled in October 2019
Huihui5.0•May 2019
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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SueHuxley5.0•May 2019
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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- 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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