14-Day Nepal Luxury Expedition
Overview
Journey through the heart of Nepal — from the ancient temples of Kathmandu to the jungles of Chitwan, the lakes of Pokhara, and the foothills of the Annapurna range. This expedition balances cultural immersion with adventure, all wrapped in five-star comfort.
Route
Kathmandu → Chitwan → Pokhara → Annapurna Foothills → Kathmandu
Highlights
- Private helicopter flight over the Annapurna range
- Sunrise over the Himalayas from Sarangkot
- Tiger tracking in Chitwan National Park
- UNESCO World Heritage temples in Kathmandu Valley
- Luxury lakeside resort stay in Pokhara
- Traditional Newari cooking class with a local family
Quick Facts
- Duration
- 14 Days / 13 Nights
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Group Size
- 2-8 guests
- Max Altitude
- 3,210m
- Best Months
- Mar–May, Sep–Nov
- Starting From
- $4,500 pp
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Arrival in Kathmandu
Private airport transfer to your heritage hotel. Afternoon orientation walk through Thamel. Welcome dinner at Krishnarpan, Dwarika's celebrated Newari fine-dining restaurant, set within the hotel's restored brick courtyards.
Kathmandu Valley Heritage
Private guided tour of Boudhanath Stupa, Pashupatinath Temple, and Patan Durbar Square. Afternoon Newari cooking class with a local family.
Bhaktapur & Nagarkot
Explore the medieval city of Bhaktapur. Drive to Nagarkot for sunset views stretching from Everest to Annapurna across the entire Himalayan range.
Fly to Chitwan
Morning mountain sunrise. Scenic flight to Bharatpur, then private transfer to your luxury jungle lodge on the banks of the Rapti River, bordering Chitwan National Park.
Chitwan Safari
Dawn canoe ride along the Rapti River. Full-day jeep safari to track Bengal tigers, one-horned rhinoceros, and elephants. Evening Tharu cultural performance.
Chitwan to Pokhara
Morning birdwatching walk. Scenic overland drive through river valleys and terraced hillsides to Pokhara.
Pokhara at Leisure
Sunrise excursion to Sarangkot viewpoint. Afternoon boating on Phewa Lake with Annapurna reflections. Optional paragliding over the valley.
Annapurna Helicopter Flight
Private helicopter flight over the Annapurna range, landing at a high-altitude viewpoint for champagne breakfast with a panoramic Himalayan backdrop.
Poon Hill Trek Day 1
Drive to Nayapul and begin the trek through rhododendron forests to Ghorepani. Experienced sherpa guide and porters carry all equipment.
Poon Hill Sunrise & Descent
Pre-dawn hike to Poon Hill (3,210m) for the iconic 360° panorama of Dhaulagiri, Annapurna, and Machhapuchhre. Trek back to Pokhara.
Pokhara Wellness Day
Morning yoga session. Full Ayurvedic spa treatment. Afternoon visit to the International Mountain Museum and lakeside gallery walk.
Return to Kathmandu
Scenic flight back to Kathmandu. Afternoon at leisure for shopping in Thamel or exploring hidden courtyards of the old city.
Kathmandu Final Exploration
Visit Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple) and the Garden of Dreams. Farewell gala dinner at a historic Rana palace with traditional dance.
Departure
Private transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport. Complimentary departure lounge access.
What's Included
- All domestic flights (Kathmandu–Chitwan–Pokhara–Kathmandu)
- Private helicopter flight over Annapurna range
- 13 nights luxury accommodation
- All meals as indicated (full board on trek/safari days)
- Private English-speaking guide throughout
- All national park entrance fees and permits
- Private airport transfers and ground transportation
- Poon Hill trek with sherpa guide and porters
- Full-day Chitwan safari (jeep + canoe)
- Ayurvedic spa treatment in Pokhara
- Cooking class and cultural performances
- 24/7 on-trip support
Not Included
- International flights to/from Kathmandu
- Travel insurance (required)
- Nepal visa fee ($50 USD on arrival)
- Optional paragliding in Pokhara
- Personal expenses and gratuities
- Alcoholic beverages beyond welcome/farewell dinners
Find Your Flights
Main international gateway to Nepal. Most flights connect via Doha, Istanbul, or Delhi. Direct flights available from select Asian cities.
Typical airlines: Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, Himalaya Airlines, Nepal Airlines, Air India, FlyDubai
International flights are not included in CuratedAscents packages.
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