Wildlife & Himalayas Extended: Chitwan, Bardia & Mustang Highlights | 9 Nights and 10 Days Nepal Package
- Transfer Included
- Stay Included
- Meals Included
- Sightseeing Included
Overview
Itinerary
Arrival & Welcome in Kathmandu
Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu. Meet and transfer to your hotel in Thamel. Short orientation and briefing about the journey ahead. Evening at leisure with an optional stroll through vibrant Thamel markets and a welcome dinner featuring Nepali cuisine.
Kathmandu Valley Cultural Highlights
Full-day guided sightseeing of the valley: explore Kathmandu Durbar Square, see the hilltop Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple) and visit the majestic Boudhanath Stupa. Learn about local art, pagoda architecture and Newar culture. Evening free for souvenir shopping.
Tip: Carry small change for temple donations and permit photocopies.
Drive to Chitwan National Park
Drive (~5-6 hours) from Kathmandu to Chitwan via scenic hills and rivers. Check-in at your jungle lodge. Evening cultural program featuring Tharu cultural dance and an introduction to park activities planned for the following day.
Chitwan: Jungle Safari & Activities
Full day of wildlife activities in Chitwan National Park: morning jeep safari or guided nature walk, canoe trip on the Rapti River for birdwatching, and a guided village visit.
Important: Elephant-back rides are discouraged due to welfare concerns; preferred activities include jeep safaris and guided walks.
Transfer to Bardia (via Nepalgunj)
Early transfer to Bharatpur Airport for a short domestic flight to Nepalgunj. From Nepalgunj, drive to Bardia National Park (approx. 1–1.5 hours). Evening orientation and optional short wildlife walk near the lodge.
Bardia: Remote Jungle Adventure
Full day exploring Bardia National Park—one of Nepal's least disturbed wildlife havens. Activities include jeep/4x4 safaris, guided jungle walks, and river-based birdwatching. Excellent chances to spot one-horned rhino, Bengal tiger, and diverse birdlife.
Note: Bardia is remote—expect fewer crowds and pristine wilderness.
Bardia to Pokhara (via Nepalgunj) & Lakeside Evening
Return drive to Nepalgunj and domestic flight to Pokhara (flight may route via Kathmandu depending on schedules). Afternoon at Phewa Lake—boat ride, lakeside promenade and optional visit to the World Peace Pagoda for sunset views of Annapurna range.
Fly to Jomsom — Enter Mustang
Morning scenic flight from Pokhara to Jomsom (subject to weather) with spectacular views of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges. Transfer to Kagbeni / Jomsom, explore ancient settlement of Kagbeni, and short excursion towards Marpha village (apple capital) if time permits.
Mustang Highlights: Muktinath Excursion or Upper Mustang Exploration
Full-day exploration in the Mustang region: option A — drive to Muktinath Temple (sacred site for Hindus and Buddhists) and visit nearby villages; option B — further exploration of Upper Mustang foothills and gompas (subject to permits and time). Breathtaking high-desert landscapes and Tibetan-influenced culture are the day's focus.
Important: Upper Mustang (Lo Manthang) requires special permits and advance planning; this itinerary covers the Jomsom/Kagbeni/Muktinath highlights within available time.
Return to Pokhara / Kathmandu Departure
Morning flight from Jomsom to Pokhara then transfer flight to Kathmandu (depending on schedules) for onward international departure. If your international flight is late, enjoy a final city meal or last-minute shopping in Thamel. End of services for the Nepal Adventure tour package.
Inclusions
- Accommodation for 9 nights in 3–4★ lodges and hotels (as detailed)
- Daily breakfast, selected lunches and dinners as per itinerary
- Domestic flights: Bharatpur–Nepalgunj, Nepalgunj–Pokhara, Pokhara–Jomsom–Pokhara (subject to schedule)
- All transfers and ground transportation in private vehicle
- Park entry fees and required local permits for Chitwan and Bardia
- Guided activities: jungle safaris, canoe trips, village visits, local cultural program
- English-speaking guide throughout the trip
- Airport pick-up and drop-off in Kathmandu
Note: Upper Mustang special permit is not included and must be arranged in advance if visiting Lo Manthang.
Exclusions
- International airfare to/from Nepal
- Nepal entry visa fees and visa-on-arrival charges
- Personal travel insurance (mandatory)
- Meals not specified in the itinerary
- Personal expenses (tips, laundry, phone calls)
- Optional activities (e.g., helicopter flights, premium private experiences)
- Upper Mustang (Lo Manthang) restricted-area permit and associated fees if you choose to extend
- Any expenses due to flight delays or cancellations, bad weather, or government decisions
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Our coordinator Arjun was honestly the reason this Nepal trip went so well. My wife and I were first-timers to Kathmandu and Pokhara, and I had a hundred questions before we even booked. Arjun replied on WhatsApp within minutes, every single time. The itinerary felt genuinely planned for us — not copy-pasted. When our Pokhara hotel had a room issue on day three, he sorted it on call before we had to ask twice. Cabs were on time, hotels were proper good, no surprises on billing either. Felt like having someone local watching over the entire trip without us having to chase anyone.
Nepal Hotel Switch Happened While We Were Travelling
We were already in the cab from Kathmandu to Pokhara when our coordinator messaged saying the hotel had overbooked our room. Before I could even get stressed, she had already found an alternative property, same area, actually a nicer view. By the time my husband and I checked in, everything was confirmed and there were no extra charges on our end. That kind of quick thinking is hard to find. The rest of the Nepal trip — Nagarkot, the lakeside stay, the drives — all went exactly as planned. Communication was easy throughout, mostly WhatsApp, and the itinerary had good flexibility built in. Genuinely felt like someone was paying attention the whole time.
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I spent two weeks trying to plan Nepal independently — comparing hotels in Pokhara, checking cab rates, calculating Kathmandu transfers — and the numbers just kept climbing. One call with TourGrids and they put together a package that came in under what I had budgeted myself. Traveled with my husband for six nights and honestly everything was covered — decent hotels, all intercity transfers, breakfast included daily, and a coordinator we could reach on WhatsApp anytime. No hidden charges when we settled the final bill, which I genuinely wasn't expecting. The hotels were proper good, not budget guesthouses. Knowing someone had already sorted the ground logistics meant we actually enjoyed Nepal instead of managing it.
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