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Essential Nepal

9 days
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Start and end in Kathmandu
4.7
7 traveler reviews
  • Terraced hills with scattered trees and buildings.
  • Terraced hills with scattered trees and buildings.
  • Goats grazing with snowy mountains in the background.
  • Goats grazing with snowy mountains in the background.
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  • The hiking was incredible and lots of included activities and meals - overall really good value for money.

    Essential Nepal reviewer 1
    Hollie, traveled in February
    5.0
  • Goats grazing with snowy mountains in the background.
  • Goats grazing with snowy mountains in the background.
  • Goats grazing with snowy mountains in the background.
  • Goats grazing with snowy mountains in the background.
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Hiking & Trekking
Conquer epic trails and breathtaking landscapes
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Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Medium Intensity
Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 16
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Kathmandu

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Swayambhunath Stupa (Buddhist shrine)
    • Visit Bhaktapur (City of Devotees)
    • Urban Adventures day tours for ancient architecture and cultural heritage
    • Dinner with group
    • Local bar visits
    Landmarks
    Swayambhunath Stupa
    Bhaktapur
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  2. Day 2

    Trisuli River

    Included Activities

    • Whitewater rafting on Trisuli River (Grade 3)
    Landmarks
    Trisuli River
    Lantang Range
    Ganesh Range
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  3. Day 3

    Trisuli River to Pokhara

    Meals
    Lunch (Light lunch at Kurintar)

    Included Activities

    • Whitewater rafting on Trisuli River
    • Orientation walk around Pokhara

    Optional Activities

    • Dinner at lakeside restaurants or bars
    • Try local dishes like momos or dal bhat
    Landmarks
    Phewa Lake
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  4. Day 4

    Ghandruk

    Meals
    Lunch (Lunch stop at Kimche)

    Included Activities

    • Trek from Shyauli Bazaar to Ghandruk (approximately 4-5 hours)
    Landmarks
    Ghandruk
    Birethanti
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  5. Day 5

    Tolkha

    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast with mountain views)

    Included Activities

    • Trek from Ghandruk to Tolkha
    Landmarks
    Modi Kola River
    Annapurna Range
  6. Day 6

    Hemjakot

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Trek from Tolkha to Hemjakot via Dhampus
    • Community homestay with local Gurung family
    Landmarks
    Hemjakot
  7. Day 7

    Hemjakot to Pokhara

    Meals
    Lunch

    Included Activities

    • Short trek descent from Hemjakot to Phedi

    Optional Activities

    • Rowboat (doonga) on Phewa Lake
    • Visit Tal Barahi Temple (free)
    • Visit Shree Bindhyabasini Temple (free)
    Landmarks
    Phewa Lake
    Tal Barahi Temple
    Shree Bindhyabasini Temple
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  8. Day 8

    Pokhara to Kathmandu

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Kathmandu's nightlife
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  9. Day 9

    Kathmandu

    Meals
    Breakfast

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4.7
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    5.0
  • Transport
    4.7
  • Guide
    5.0
  • Accommodation
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  • Food
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    September 18th, 2019
    The trip was so fun, had loads of included activities and was really good value for money. We noticed some issues...
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  • A
    September 18th, 2019
    Our guide and assistant guide were fantastic. Super friendly, very helpful. Made me feel completely safe and...
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    September 18th, 2019
    Jimee was great very helpful and dedicated to our group! The scenery was beautiful and was great to see the local...
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    September 18th, 2019
    Overall a great trip
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  • A
    September 18th, 2019
    The tour was extremely well planned outand excellently coordinated
    Traveled in December 2018
  • A
    September 18th, 2019
    All of the included rafting and trekking were awesome. Our guide was charismatic, funny and knowledgeable.
    Traveled in December 2018
  • H
    February 13th, 2019
    Amazing tour, the hiking was incredible and lots of included activities and meals - overall really good value for...
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    Traveled in January 2019

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    Cindy

    Asked on February 11th, 2026

    Do you trek with your big bags? or do they get sent to the accomodation whilst the group is trekking?

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    • Intrepid TravelOperator•Written February 2026

      You won't be trekking with your large suitcase. During the trekking portion of the trip, Intrepid provides a duffel bag for your trekking gear, which will be carried by porters. The weight limit for the duffel is 10kg per person, as each porter carries two duffels plus their own backpack (with a total maximum of 25kg).
      Your main luggage with non-essential items can be safely stored at the hotel while you're on the trek.
      We recommend packing as lightly as possible and ensuring you're comfortable carrying and lifting your own luggage for short distances when needed. Your trek leader will assist you with packing your duffel and advise what to bring for the trek and what can stay behind at the hotel.
      You'll need a day pack with enough capacity for items you'll carry during each day's walk such as a rain jacket, warm layer, water bottle, camera, and personal items. A hip or waist strap is recommended for added comfort while trekking.

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    Raymond

    Asked on April 9th, 2025

    Do you think we could perhaps if they decide for this tour joining the group? I am very interested in the 01.11.2025 tour or some similar on plus if any is combining a few days in Bhutan and Tibet.

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    • Intrepid TravelOperator•Written April 2025

      We are not able to accept any travelers over the age of 36. These itineraries are curated for travelers who prefer to travel with those of the same age range. We do offer similar itineraries that are open to all ages.

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      Raymond

      Traveler•Written April 2025

      I'm sorry to hear that the Essential Nepal tour isn't suitable for our group due to the age range and no exceptions accepted. Unfortunately, the other options don't fit our travel dates.

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    Gloria

    Asked on August 3rd, 2024

    What time roughly does the tour end on the final day in Kathmandu please? So I can plan flight times and onward travel etc ...

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    • Intrepid TravelOperator•Written August 2024

      On the last day, you'll arrive in Kathmandu at approximately 6 pm depending on traffic and road conditions.

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    Bianca

    Asked on August 9th, 2022

    How many people are booked into this trip and your 30th Sept trip?

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    • Intrepid TravelOperator•Written August 2022

      We currently have 3 people booked on the 16 September departure and 4 people on the 30th.

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    Samantha

    Asked on May 31st, 2022

    Any more photos from pervious tours, How many meals are catered for, What is the general demographic/ age who comes on the tour?

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    • Intrepid TravelOperator•Written June 2022

      For this trip, 1 breakfast, 1 lunch and 2 dinners are included. This particular tour is part of out 18-29s range, so this trip will be open to anyone within that age group.

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    • 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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