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What makes Nepal so special?
What makes Nepal so special?
For visitors to Nepal, trekking is still the biggest draw but the bustling city life and rich cultural traditions provide plenty to keep you occupied away from the mountains. What many visitors think will be their one trip of a lifetime all too often turns into a long-term love affair with this wonderful country and its people. Whether you want to go trekking in Nepal or tour the highlights of the country, Mountain Kingdoms will have the perfect holiday in for you.
The epic scale of the Everest and Annapurna mountain ranges naturally make these the two most popular regions for trekking in Nepal – some of these routes, such as the Everest Base Camp Trek and the Annapurna Circuit, are regarded as being among the best walks in the world. Venture further afield into ‘Wild Nepal’ and you will find pristine mountain scenery, remote villages and a culture still relatively untouched by tourism.
We also offer lots of exciting options for extending your time in Nepal from going on safari at Chitwan National Park to gentle rafting on the Seti River and from an indulgent stay in a stylish lodge near Pokhara to a stunning sightseeing flight for up-close views of Mount Everest.
Nepal walking & trekking holidays
Nepal is the most exciting of the Himalayan nations, with the highest mountains and most vibrant culture, and has rightly been a favourite destination for travellers and trekkers for many years.
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30 Holidays
Everest Base Camp 70th Anniversary Trek
19 day Strenuous Walking & Trekking
Special Trek
- Stand at Everest Base Camp on the 70th Anniversary of Hillary and Tenzing's summit success
- Led by a celebrated three times summiteer who made his first successful ascent with Sir Chris Bonnington
- Learn about life on an Everest expedition and hear Pertemba Sherpa's tales from the top of the world
- Excellent acclimatisation to ensure you enjoy your time at base camp and the ascent of Kala Pattar, 5,545m/18,192ft
- Stay in a four star hotel in Kathmandu - time to celebrate!
- Take home a commemorative t-shirt to mark this special occasion
Flight inclusive from £3700, Land only from £2750
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Long Trek to Everest Base Camp
24 day Strenuous Walking & Trekking
- Follow in the footsteps of early Everest pioneers on the original trail to Everest Base Camp
- Enjoy fabulous sunrise views from Pikey Peak, said to be Edmund Hillary’s favourite view of Everest.
- Visit both Everest Base Camp and Kala Pattar and trek through beautiful Sherpa villages
- Trek in the company of highly experienced Sherpa leaders, some of whom are Everest summiteers
- Stay in a four star hotel in Kathmandu with a walking tour of the city’s key sights
Flight inclusive from £3395, Land only from £2495
Tiger's Nest Trek, Bhutan & Kathmandu Valley Trek, Nepal
16 day Gentle / Moderate Walking & Trekking
- A three day trek between villages and temples along the ridgeline of the Kathmandu Valley
- Follow in the footsteps of pilgrims on the trail to the sacred temple of Namo Buddha
- An overnight camping trek in Bhutan to reach the Tiger’s Nest Temple of Taktsang
- Time to explore the heritage towns of Bhaktapur, Dhulikel and Panauti in Nepal
- Gentle walks in Bhutan and the cultural highlights of Paro, Punakha and Thimphu
- All the colour and celebrations of a traditional Bhutanese festival
Land only from £3865
- Realise the ambition of a lifetime by running the world’s highest marathon
- Cross two spectacular passes over 5,000 metres: the Renjo La and the Cho La.
- Spend two nights camping at Everest Base Camp where the race starts at 5,300m/17,388ft
- Walk up to Kala Pattar at 5,545m/18,193ft for superb views of Mount Everest
- Stay at a four star hotel in Kathmandu with time to relax or take in the sights of the city
Flight inclusive from £3400, Land only from £2550
Departures:
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Everest Base Camp & Gokyo Lakes
21 day Strenuous Walking & Trekking
- Trek to both Everest Base Camp and Kala Pattar
- Cross the Cho La and ascend Gokyo Ri
- Excellent acclimatisation and highly experienced Sherpa leaders
- Join the festivities at the Mani Rimdu Festival (29th October 2022 departure)
- Four-star hotel and time to relax and take in the sights of Kathmandu
Flight inclusive from £3125, Land only from £2275
Dhaulagiri Sanctuary Trek
16 day Vigorous Walking & Trekking
- Be among the first to trek this new trail up to Dhaulagiri South Base Camp over the Gauda Kharka pass and down into the Kali Gandaki Gorge
- Enjoy varied scenery and fantastic views of towering snow-capped peaks
- Trek into the heart of the high Himalayas without ascending to excessive altitude – high point 4,100m
- Observe traditional rural life as you walk through picturesque villages little changed by time
- Experience the comforts of a full service camping trek
Flight inclusive from £3875, Land only from £2375
Cultural Highlights of Nepal, Bhutan & Tibet
22 day Tour
- All the key cultural highlights including Tiger’s Nest Monastery, Potala Palace and Durbar Square
- Join the celebrations at a Bhutanese festival
- A well-paced itinerary with ample time for sightseeing, optional walks and good acclimatisation
- Good quality hotel accommodation throughout
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Grand Annapurna Traverse
27 day Strenuous Walking & Trekking
- Experience a genuine wilderness trek in the heart of the Annapurna mountains
- Cross three challenging passes: the Kang La, 5,300m, the Mesokanto La, 5,120m and the Namun La, 4,850m
- Enjoy incredible close-up views of the Annapurnas, Machhapuchare, Manaslu and Dhaulagiri
- Camp at 5,000m at stunning Tilicho lake - a unique experience
- Explore the delightful mountain villages of Naar and Phu
Flight inclusive from £4625, Land only from £3775
Departures:
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Everest Base Camp Trek
19 day Strenuous Walking & Trekking
- Excellent acclimatisation, giving high success rates and greater enjoyment
- Trek to both Everest Base Camp and Kala Pattar
- Highly experienced Sherpa leaders, some of whom are Everest summiteers
- Four-star hotel with time to relax in Kathmandu
- Attend the Mani Rimdu Festival at Thyangboche (3rd November 2022 departure)
Flight inclusive from £3015, Land only from £2085
Makalu Base Camp Trek
22 day Strenuous Walking & Trekking
- Complete the spectacular trek to Makalu Base Camp where few others have ventured
- Cross the Shipton La pass, and three other high passes, on a single day of sublime trekking
- Enjoy a full day of exploration at Makalu Base Camp
- Encounter varied scenery in different temperate zones as you progress from 700m to over 5,000m
- Stay in tea houses on trek to experience remote village life and contribute directly to the local economy.
Flight inclusive from £3395, Land only from £2525