Himalaya Highlights In Nepal with G Adventures and National Geographic | from $1,899.00 CAD

Posted by Kemi Wells · in Kathmandu, Nepal · about Adventure

Himalaya Highlights In Nepal with G Adventures and National Geographic | from $1,899.00 CAD

Posted by Kemi Wells · in Kathmandu, Nepal · about Adventure

ADVENTURE, ENHANCED

Have you checked out the full lineup of National Geographic Journeys with G Adventures yet? National Geographic Journeys with G Adventures are here and they’re ready to take you into the world in ways you’ve never imagined. Travel to a rhino conservation program in Kenya. Plant trees in a Costa Rican cloud forest with a biologist from a National Geographic-funded research centre. Get motivated to walk the streets of Delhi with a former street youth. Feel inspired to discover your very own journey!

One of their newest adventures is the 10 Day Nepal: Himalaya Highlights!

As you explore Chitwan National Park with your local guide, keep your eyes open for rhinos, leopards, wild elephants, and Bengal tigers – just some of the possible sights on this 10-day adventure throughout Nepal’s rare and beautiful landscapes. Meander through the fascinating streetscapes of Kathmandu, spend the night at a monastery guesthouse, and gaze out over astounding views of the Himalayas. Nepal will remain with you forever.

TRAVEL STYLE: NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC JOURNEYS
Greater exploration, insider access, and the freedom to roam – all without sacrificing comfort.

SERVICE LEVEL: UPGRADED
Quality accommodations and more inclusions than on other G Adventures tours such as private transport (including internal flights on some tours) and more included meals and activities.

PHYSICAL RATING: 3 - AVERAGE
Some tours may include light hiking, biking, rafting, or kayaking in addition to walking.

TRIP TYPE: SMALL GROUP
Small group experience; Max 15, avg 12

HIGHLIGHTS:

OVERNIGHT AT A BUDDHIST MONASTERY
Experience the serenity of a Buddhist monastery by spending the night in the comfortable accommodations of its guesthouse. Opt to take tea and enjoy the chanting rituals with the approximately 200 resident monks to gain understanding of their everyday life.

VISIT A TIBETAN REFUGEE SETTLEMENT WITH LOCAL LUNCH
Visit the Tashiling Tibetan Refugee Camp, established as a temporary settlement in 1964. Walk through this friendly quarter (now home to over 500 people) before enjoying a traditional lunch at its restaurant to support the community.

TRADITIONAL WEAVING AND INDIGENOUS PEOPLES LECTURE
Learn about National Geographic grantee Chhing Lhomi, who works to preserve the ancient weaving traditions of the Upper Mustang region. Enjoy a talk from Chhing or one of her collegues about the Himalayan Indigenous Society and their ongoing efforts.

"If I had to recommend only one place to visit it would be Nepal...From the streets of Kathmandu, which feel so wild and foreign, to the beautiful and awe-inspiring peaks of the Himalaya, this country has me sold."—Max Lowe, National Geographic Young Explorers grantee

WHAT'S INCLUDED?

- Arrival transfer

- 8 Nights hotel accommodation, 1 nights accommodation in a monastery guesthouse

- 9 Breakfasts, 4 lunch, 4 dinners

- A G Adventures CEO throughout plus local guides

- Tour of Kathmandu

- Visit and lecture with lunch at the G Adventures-supported SASANE Sisterhood of Survivors Project

- Bhaktapur guided tour

- Tour of Patan Durbar Square

- Lecture on traditional weaving

- Visit Swayambhunath

- Experience monastic life at Neydo Monastery

- Chitwan National Park including a village walking tour and jeep safari

- Pokhara city tour

- Visit a Tibetan refugee settlement

- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

If you have been wanting to visit the captivating landscape of the Himalayas, then wait no longer and book today!

Contact one of our Adventure Travel Specialists at 604-736-7447 or by clicking on the 'contact us' button on the right hand side of our page!

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