Embark on a magical 7-day Nepal Family tour crafted for a stress-free adventure with your kids. Dive into the cultural heart of Kathmandu Valley and experience its rich history. Marvel the natural beauty during a scenic Trishuli River excursion and immerse yourself in the biodiversity of Chitwan National Park. Encounter exotic wildlife, including the majestic one-horned Rhine, on safaris and jungle walks. For an extra thrill, add a white water rafting adventure on the Trishuli River. Tailor-made with flexibility and affordable in mind, this tour promises to be the family trip of a lifetime.
You will be thrilled watching panoramic flying into Kathmandu with the views of snow-capped Himalayan peaks sprawling down; you will already get excited to explore the country. Our representative from HimalayanWindows will meet you at the airport terminal and transfer you to your reserved hotel.
Overnight at the hotel in Kathmandu
Our guide comes to your hotel to pick you up with transportation. As soon as you take your breakfast, your Sightseeing begins with visiting four major landmarks in Kathmandu including Pashupatinath, Boudhanath, Swoyambhunath (Monkey Temple), and Kathmandu Durbar Square. Our Guide will give you a perfect idea of which place would be the best to initiate and according to the interest of your family and children.
Basically, the trip begins with a tour to Swoyambhunath also known as the Monkey Temple – a 2500 years old landmark; it is said to be, the Radiant Lotus of the Valley-Mythology, established when the water was drained by Manjushree, the God of the Wisdom. This Temple is a famous pilgrimage site for Buddhists, is located on a beautiful hill inside Kathmandu valley. It is situated on top of the hill that could be observed from almost every part of the Kathmandu Valley. The tourists call this Stupa ‘Monkey Temple’ as there are many monkey monkeys living around the Places.
After the Sightseeing around Monkey Temple, we drive to another landmark, Boudhanath Stupa. This Stupa has been renovated after the Earthquake in 2015 as this was also impacted. The Boudhanath Stupa is the world’s biggest Stupa and represents Tibetan Buddhists Culture in Nepal. Antique shops around these stupas where you can buy things of your preferences concerning Tibetan Culture and Lifestyles.
After a visit to Boudhanath, you will be transferred to the Pashupatinath Temple, which is located at the bank of the Bagmati River. It is a sacred Temple for Hindus as many people from different parts of the world visit this temple every year and during the Shiva Ratri, hundreds of thousands of devotees and Sadhus come to attend.
The last site of this day is Kathmandu Durbar Square, Hanuman Dhoka, the ancient Royal residential quarter, Mahadev Parvati Temple, Temple house of Kumari (Living Goddess) around this Durbar Square. Walk around the local bazaar and back to the hotel. Please click on this link to know more about Kathmandu Valley and its attractions; For more details please check out places to see in Kathmandu valley.
Overnight at the hotel in Kathmandu
On the day third, same-day second, our guide comes to your hotel, begins your day tour.
After breakfast at the hotel, we take you to Patan Durbar Square to explore Patan Durbars, Mahaboudha, Krishna Temple, Kumbeshwor Temple, Golden Temple and etc. You feel like Patan has been exposed before you as an open museum presenting stunning carved windows, intrinsic roof struts, statues of gods and goddesses, temples designed in Pagoda Style with erotic carvings and metalwork faces, and many other beautiful facets. Additionally, you will also get to see the handicraft center in Patan (click here for more details of Patan) and continue driving to Bhaktapur Durbar Square.
Bhaktapur Durbar Square is a home of unique culture and the finest display of craftsmanship. It is said that Bhaktapur only places in Nepal which is remained untouched by Western Culture. Golden Gate, Lion Gate, Art Gallery, Nyatapola Temple, Statue of King Bhupindra, and fifty-five windowed Malla Palace are the pride of Bhaktapur. Click here for more details about Bhaktapur and its attractions.
Overnight at the hotel in Kathmandu
Early in the morning after breakfast, we start our journey for Chitwan National Park. The distance of Chitwan National Park is about 150 KM through Trishuli River and it takes about five to six hours to reach.
The add-on trip while taking a ride to Chitwan would be 3 hours of White Water River Rafting at Trishuli River. Trishuli river is one of the popular and exciting rivers for White Water River rafting. If you planning is planning a short river rafting adventure, this could be the best option.
Overnight at the Resort in Chitwan.
After the morning breakfast, Canoe Ride in the Rapti River (a good opportunity to see Bird and Two rare species of Crocodiles like Marsh Mugger and Fish-eating Gharial), jungle walk and visit Elephant Bathing Center. In the Afternoon after Lunch, Elephant Safari (A Good opportunity to see 4 different types of deer, Rhinos, Wild Boar, Monkey, Leopard, Sloth Bear and also encounter with many other mammals that have made Chitwan their home). In the Evening, Enjoy the Sun Set view from the bank of the Rapti River and the Show or Cultural program. Take Dinner and Go to Sleep.
Overnight at the Resort in Chitwan.
After breakfast at the hotel, Visit the Government Elephant Breeding center or other jungle activities before you return to Kathmandu.
In the evening, stroll around Thamel and also you can buy some souvenirs.
Overnight at the hotel in Kathmandu
This is the end of your day in Nepal; you will be transferred to the airport for your final departure to your onward destination or home.