Nepal with the family: cities, mountains and wildlife park

This morning, attend Buddhist prayers at one of the monasteries. The children will love it, and so will you, as you can interact with the monks. Afterwards, we'll spend some time learning how to draw a mandala – the Buddhist art form originating in Tibet. In the early afternoon, we'll drive to the heights of Nagarkot, a beautiful viewpoint offering stunning views of the Himalayan peaks. At Jaharsingh Pauwa, we'll begin our trek along a ridge overlooking the Himalayas: Mount Langtang (7210m), Mount Ganesh (7424m), Mount Dorje Lakpa (6900m), and more. The hike takes us through a forest and past small villages to Nagarkot. Enjoy the sunset over the Himalayas from the terrace of your hotel. Activities: mandala drawing; hiking.

Breakfast while watching the sunrise over the Himalayas, then a short transfer to Telkot, from where we'll enjoy a pleasant hike to an ancient village called Changunarayan, with its Hindu pagoda of the same name. Changunarayan is considered the oldest functioning temple in the country, dedicated to the god Vishnu. Next, a short transfer to Bhaktapur, whose medieval alleyways offer a journey into glorious history. This city showcases the ancient charm of Nepal and the Newars, the indigenous people of the Kathmandu Valley, who created magnificent monuments like the Nyatapole Temple. We'll also visit Datatraya, Durabar Square, and the pottery district, all within walking distance. Fun activities include pottery making and painting masks of legendary deities.

We leave the Kathmandu Valley and head towards Chitwan National Park . Leaving the Kathmandu Valley at the Thankot Pass (1400m), you get your first glimpse of the Ganesh Himal (7400m), Langtang (7200m), and Manaslu (8163m) mountain ranges. Passing through several valleys and following the Trishuli River, the mountains disappear, giving way to a vast, flat landscape with a different natural setting. After checking into our hotel, we take a horse-drawn cart ride through the neighboring villages. We return to the hotel on foot, observing the way of life of the local ethnic Tharu people. In the evening, we attend a cultural performance where local artists perform stick dances. Activities: village walk; Tharu dances.

Chitwan Wildlife Park is a fascinating place where you can discover a wide variety of wildlife : elephants, rhinos, tigers, and a multitude of exotic birds such as bar-headed geese, Indian rollers, and even crocodiles. Visitors can enjoy jeep safaris and boat trips to observe the wildlife in its natural habitat. It's an immersive experience that allows you to better understand and appreciate the beauty of wildlife in this tropical region of Nepal bordering India. Activities: walking; boat trip; visit to the elephant breeding center.

An early morning walk to observe birds (Indian roller, kingfisher, bee-eater, bar-headed goose, etc.). Then, we drive to Bandipur , a beautiful village of Newar traders. We arrive in Bandipur for lunch. Bandipur is famous for its stunning views of the Himalayan range, including Mount Manaslu (8163m). In the afternoon, we take a short walk in the area surrounding this village, famous for its orange groves.

Day two in Bandipur, a typical Newar village with charming wooden houses. What makes this place so special is that there are no cars; you can get around freely on foot. A wonderful discovery awaits you. A spectacular view of the Himalayan mountains leads us to the top of the village via a very steep rocky staircase. It's a short 30-minute walk, but it will definitely test your cardio! Activities: birdwatching; shopping for school supplies; village walk.

After two relaxing days in Bandipur, we set off for Pokhara , a city built on the shores of Phewa Lake and at the foot of the Annapurna Mountains. In the afternoon, we enjoyed a stroll along the shores of Phewa Lake.

Day two in Pokhara: Early in the morning, we have a short transfer to Sarangkot – a famous viewpoint overlooking the Annapurna range – to watch the sunrise. This spot offers splendid views of several peaks rising to over 8,000m and 7,000m… Return to the hotel for breakfast. Free day in Pokhara.

Optional option: Shanti Stupa - Phewa Lake - Pokhara

Early in the morning, we hike up to Shanti Stupa, the "Pagoda of Peace." From the temple, we have a panoramic view of the Annapurna range. After a pleasant, contemplative break, we descend to Phewa Lake, which we cross by boat. Two hours of walking: Elevation gain/loss: +300m/-300m

Activities: walking, hiking, sunrise, boating

After breakfast, domestic flight to Kathmandu. Arrival in Kathmandu, then transfer to the hotel. The rest of the program is at leisure.