Nepal Road Trip
Embark on the Ultimate Nepal Road Trip! Are you craving an adventure that takes you beyond the ordinary? Ready to delve into the rich tapestry of India and discover its wonders? Our road trip tours are designed to offer an exhilarating mix of travel, sightseeing, adventure, cultural immersion, and volunteering. Join us on an epic journey through Nepal, where you’ll trek through stunning landscapes, dive into local traditions, and give back to communities in need. With Abroad Escape, your next life-changing adventure is just around the corner!
A Trip of a Life Time!
Our Road Trips are a great way to broaden your horizons, meet interesting people from all over the world, and get to know a country from a different perspective. By actively participating in our road trips, you can not only experience the diversity of different places but also gain valuable experience and develop yourself personally.
New Experiences
Round trips offer a wide range of experiences that allow you to experience different aspects of a culture, be it history, nature, cuisine, or local traditions.
Cultural Insights
Visiting different cities and regions provides a comprehensive insight into the diversity of a country’s cultures and ways of life.
Making a Difference
This is your chance to come into direct contact with the locals during the trip, on the road, and when volunteering. This enables authentic interactions through which you can develop a deeper understanding of the way of life, beliefs and traditions of the local people.
Overall, round trips offer a comprehensive and enriching opportunity to immerse yourself in the diversity and beauty of a culture and a country.
Starting Dates 2024: 1 July, 5 August, 2 September, 7 October, 4 November. 2 December
Starting Dates 2025: 6 January, 3 February, 3 March, 7 April, 5 May, 2 June, 7 July, 4 August, 1 September, 6 October, 3 November, 1 December
Arrival is on the Sunday before the start of the tour.
Why Join With Abroad Escape
Abroad Escape is committed to providing you with the highest-quality and most meaningful travel experiences possible. With our 133 international programs in 21 countries, you’ll have the chance to make a real impact in the lives of local communities. With our immersive volunteer programs, you’ll have the chance to engage with local communities and make a real impact in the lives of those around you. But that’s not all – you’ll also be creating lifelong friendships with fellow international travelers who share your passion for travel and making a positive impact.
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Welcome to Nepal
Nepal, a jewel nestled in the embrace of the mighty Himalayas, invites intrepid souls to embark on an awe-inspiring journey. Beyond the towering peaks that cradle the world’s highest mountains, this landlocked haven pulsates with a rich tapestry of cultures, ancient traditions, and warm hospitality. Wander through the vibrant streets of Kathmandu, where centuries-old temples whisper stories of devotion and resilience.
Your Arrival
Get ready for a warm welcome! Your adventure begins the moment you arrive, with our airport pick-up on Sunday. To ensure a smooth transition, we’ll provide you with all the necessary arrival and contact details when you book your program. The local team will be waiting for you, ready to transfer you to your accommodation where you’ll meet fellow participants from around the world.
Your Accommodation & Meals
Your accommodation is included from Sunday night until Saturday morning of your last week, so you can rest assured that you’ll have a comfortable place to call home throughout your journey. You’ll be staying in shared rooms with other participants, giving you the perfect opportunity to make lifelong friends from around the world. You’ll be accommodated in single-gender rooms, ensuring maximum comfort and privacy. But that’s not all – we’ve got your meals covered too!
Itinerary
Nepal Road Trip
During this four-week road trip, you will get to experience places in and around Kathmandu, Kavre, Pokhara, Annapurna, Lumbini and Chitwan through varied and action-packed activities. Filled with days of sightseeing, cultural and language learning, five days of hard trekking, white-water rafting, a monastery visit, jungle safari, hiking and witnessing mesmerizing panoramic views from the highest grounds in the world.
As part of this unique Nepalese experience, you will be exploring the different regions and cultures and see the changing and amazing Nepalese landscape. You will visit really interesting places, such as the Swoyambhunath and Lumbini Buddhist temples and not to mention your visit to the Royal Chitwan National Park. Enjoy a rafting adventure down the Trisuli River, a village hike in rural Kathmandu, a rewarding five day trek up Poon Hill from which you will see some of the most breathtaking mountain ranges in the world. You will have body and mind sessions with Yoga and Meditation. And to complete your journey of four weeks to explore the nature as well as the culture and lifestyle of Nepal, you will also visit the local markets and attend some great cultural introduction sessions.
Aims & Objectives Nepal Road Trip
The aim of this program is to bring you closer to the authentic Nepal. Through different projects and activities, you will get to truly immerse yourself in the culture, customs and lifestyle.
Itinerary Nepal Road Trip
Week 1
Day 1: Sunday
Arrival
Transfer to our Center
Overnight stay at the Center in Kathmandu
Day 2: Monday
Welcome ceremony
Introduction to the program
Rituals and lesson on do’s and don’ts in Nepal
Cross cultural session
Overnight stay at the Center in Kathmandu
Day 3: Tuesday
Nuts & Bolts
Lesson on Nepalese language
Orientation tour to Swoyambhunath Temple
Overnight stay at the Center in Kathmandu
Day 4: Wednesday
Drive to Pharping
Enjoy the ride along the amazing Nepalese landscape
Arrive at the monastery
Overnight stay in the monastery
Day 5: Thursday
Pilgrimage tour in Pharping
Explore Buddhist monasteries and sites in Pharping
Overnight stay in a monastery
Day 6: Friday
Hiking
Drive back to Kathmandu
Overnight stay at the Center in Kathmandu
Day 7: Saturday
Day at leisure in Kathmandu
Time to explore the busiest city in Nepal on your own
Overnight stay at the Center in Kathmandu
Week 2
Day 8: Sunday
Day at leisure in Kathmandu
Overnight stay at the Center in Kathmandu
Day 9: Monday
Bus ride to Trishuli river
White Water rafting in Trishuli river
Overnight camping in Fishling
Day 10: Tuesday
Continue rafting
Drive to Chitwan for Jungle safari
Witness a Nepalese cultural dance
Overnight stay in a resort in Chitwan
Day 11: Wednesday
Jungle activities- jeep safari and Jungle walk
Visit to the elephant breeding center
Overnight stay in a resort in Chitwan
Day 12: Thursday
Jungle activities in the morning- bird watching
Drive to Lumbini – birth place of Lord Buddha
Overnight stay at a tea house in Lumbini
Day 13: Friday
Lumbini Tour
Overnight stay at a tea house in Lumbini
Day 14: Saturday
Drive to Pokhara
Overnight stay at the Hotel Green Land in Pokhara
Week 3
Day 15: Sunday
Day at leisure in Pokhara
Overnight stay at the Hotel in Pokhara
Day 16: Monday
Drive to Nayapul
Trek to Ulleri
Overnight stay at a tea house in Ulleri
Day 17: Tuesday
Trek to Ghodepani (steps uphill)
Overnight stay at a tea house in Ghodepani
Day 18: Wednesday
Get up early in the morning to see the sunrise at Poon Hill
Trek to Ghandruk
Overnight stay at a tea house in Ghandruk
Day 19: Thursday
Trek to Pothana
Overnight stay at a tea house in Pothana
Day 20: Friday
Trek to Phedi
Drive to Pokhara
Enjoy the massage
Overnight stay at the hotel in Pokhara
Day 21: Saturday
Drive Back to Kathmandu by tourist bus for 8 hours
Overnight stay at the Center in Kathmandu
Week 4
Day 22: Sunday
Day at leisure
Overnight stay at the Center in Kathmandu
Day 23: Monday
Drive to Nagarkot
Overnight stay at the local home-stay in Nagarkot
Day 24: Tuesday
Hike to Dhulikhel via Nala
Overnight stay at the local home-stay in Dhulikhel
Day 25: Wednesday
Hike to Namobuddha
Overnight stay at a Monastery in Namobuddha
Day 26: Thursday
Day at leisure in Monastery
Overnight stay at a Monastery in Namobuddha
Day 27: Friday
Hike to Panauti
Drive back to Kathmandu
Overnight stay at the Center in Kathmandu
Day 28: Saturday
Say goodbye to the local team
Departure
* The schedule and mode of transportation can be changed and/or amended depending on weather conditions, local conditions and unforeseen circumstances.
Starting Dates 2024: 1 July, 5 August, 2 September, 7 October, 4 November. 2 December
Starting Dates 2025: 6 January, 3 February, 3 March, 7 April, 5 May, 2 June, 7 July, 4 August, 1 September, 6 October, 3 November, 1 December
Arrival is on the Sunday before the start of the tour.
Program Price
4 Weeks:
2325 Euro
1975 GBP
2495 US$
What’s included
Itinerary as described
Airport Pickup
Your program coordinator throughout your travel
24/7 in-country support
Pre-departure support
Meals as described
Accommodation in shared single gender rooms
Transportation as per itinerary
Entry fees to all places on the itinerary
What’s Excluded
visa, flight, travel insurance, vaccinations, criminal background check, return trip to the airport, 5% international banking fee, personal expenses, this program does not cover any liability and does not insure participants so participants must have their own insurance before joining the program
Requirements to join
Participants need to be minimum 18 years old
Participants are required to provide a criminal background check (if unable to obtain a criminal background check, you can provide two character reference letters instead)
Participants are required to have their own travel insurance
Participants need to be able to speak and understand at least basic English
Testimonial Sarah Snook
A testimonial from Sarah Snook the famous Hollywood actress who joined our program.