Overview

Namaste

Our Peak 2 Peak tour will have you exploring the mountainous beauty of Nepal - canoeing down meandering rivers, spotting Rhinos on safari and experiencing Buddhist culture - all with the majestic Himalayas as your backdrop.

EXPLORE NEPAL

Stunning Landscapes and Mountain Villages steeped in culture. Scroll our Peak 2 Peak Tour and see what's included!

KATHMANDU

Explore the many cultural wonders of Kathmandu including the Budhnath Stupa (one of the biggest Buddhist shrines in the world), Monkey Temple and Patan Dubare square. Observing Buddhist Monks in prayer is a real experience!

Buddist Monastery

Experience monastic life first-hand at the Monastery home to 200 Monks.

JEEP SAFARI

Our jeep safari will take you in search of rare and beautiful wildlife including Tigers, Rhinoceros, Bears and other endangered species - expert local guides included!

TREKKING THE FOOTHILLS

Enjoy amazing views when mountain trekking - we ease you into it with a trek between Astham and Kade, meandering between hillsides and over open plateau.

ENTER THE HIMALAYAS

Enter the Himalayas and seeing all of the main peaks in the area including Dhaulagiri (8167m), Nilgiri (7041m), Annapurna I (98091m) and many more! This experience is truly breath-taking and has to be seen to be believed!

SIGHTSEEING POKHARA

Visit the beautiful sights of Pokhara, including the World Peace Stupa and Pokhara Lake.
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Full itinerary

Day 1 – Airport Arrival in Kathmandu

Airport Pick-up, Meet the Team & Relax

Volunteers will fly into Tribhuvan International Airport in Nepal's vibrant capital of Kathmandu to meet the Travelteer team and relax after a long flight.  

The Travelteer team will be on hand to collect all tour members from the airport and transfer them to the accommodation in Kathmandu to rest up after the flight. All participants will be staying in the same hotel, so this is a great place to meet everyone before kicking off the tour! 

The hotel is simple but comfortable and includes a delicious dinner served to the group. The Travelteer tour leader will give a full Peak 2 Peak tour briefing in the evening so that everyone is on the same page.

Day 2 - Kathmandu

Guided Tour of Kathmandu & Cooking Lessons

An early start the next day has the group exploring the many cultural wonders of Kathmandu on a guided tour - including the Budhnath Stupa (one of the biggest Buddhist shrines in the world), Swayambhu (Monkey Temple) and Patan Durbar Square.

Swayambhu is one of Nepal's oldest religious sites being built around 1,500 years ago! The eyes of Buddha are painted on the structure in 4 directions which represents wisdom and compassion.

Patan Durbar Square is of importance for both Hinduism and Buddhism featuring countless courtyards, sculptures & 55 major temples! The group will also have the opportunity to enjoy a cooking class to make 'Momo' - a delicious delicacy of Nepal

Day 3 - The Neydo Tashi Choeling Monastery

Experience a day of Monastic Life alongside 200 monks

Nestled in the mountains is the Neydo Tashi Choeling Monastery where 200 monks live and study. The group will have the opportunity to participate in their daily practice, eat alongside them, and experience monastic life first-hand in the most peaceful environment.


Day 4 - Entering Chitwan

Guided walk of Chitwan National Park & Cultural Dance

On the fourth morning of our Peak 2 Peak Tour, the group will leave Kathmandu and be driven through stunning landscapes to reach the region of Chitwan and their hotel accommodation. The drive is spectacular, passing through mountainous terrain before heading into to the lush greenery of Chitwan.

The region, which in Sanskrit means 'heart of the jungle' is home to incredible biodiversity and amazing landscapes teeming with wildlife.

After an afternoon relaxing by the hotel pool (Chitwan is hot!), the group will be given a guided nature walk on the edge of Chitwan National Park to learn more about the flora and fauna that makes Nepal so special. The walk will be followed by an evening of cultural dance.

Day 5 - Exploring Chitwan

Wildlife Safari with Private Jeep & Guide

Our fifth day is all about discovering the amazing biodiversity Chitwan National Park has to offer! Local experts will collect the group for a jeep safari through the deepest parts of the jungle searching for Asian Elephants, Rhinoceros, and the elusive Bengal Tiger!

Following the safari, the group will jump back into our transport and head to the city of Pokhara. Pokhara is the gateway to the Himalayas and world renowned for beautiful trekking and incredible landscapes. The region is home to the famous Annapurna Circuit - hiking trails that feature mountains towering over 8,000 metres! 

Day 6 - Trekking in The Foothills

Mountain Museum & Trek in the Himalayan foothills

After visiting the International Mountain Museum in the morning to learn more about the Pokhara region we will begin our first hike!

Our first trail is the perfect introduction to mountain trekking with an easy trek between Astham and Kade, meandering between hillsides and over open plateau.

Day 7 - The Annapurna Circuit

Trekking Annapurna Circuit & night in Local Teahouses

Day seven of the tour is spent in the Himalayas, with a hike through a section of the world-famous Annapurna Circuit. The experience is truly breath-taking and having the 8,091-metre-high summit of 'Annapurna I' rising above you has to be seen to be believed!

The group will spend the night in the Himalayas at teahouses found along the hiking trail. These are comfortable mountainside hotels that offer delicious local cuisine and comfortable bed after a long day trekking! After completing the trek, the group heads back to our base in Pokhara.

Day 8 - Peace Pagoda & Ziplining

Zip Lining, Boat Trip & Peace Pagoda 

For the last day of our tour we will visit the beautiful sights of Pokhara, surrounded by epic views of the Himalayas. The group will enjoy a boat trip on Pokhara Lake leading to the majestic World Peace Pagoda. Students will then experience the longest and steepest zip-line in the world! The zip-line is located in one of the most scenic places on the planet, giving you front row seats to views of the magnificent Annapurna Mountain range, Mount Machhapuchhre (Fish tail), and the Seti River.

Upon completion of the tour, the group will check into the Travelteer house to begin their volunteer experience! 

What we provide

ACCOMMODATION

All our tour accommodation has been personally handpicked and tested by the Travelteer team! From high-end hotels with swimming pools, to Tea Houses in the Himalayas, every accommodation has a different style. All accommodation has western style toilets and showering facilities but do vary depending on the location. The rooms vary in size (from 2 people up to 4 people) but we try to accommodate friendship groups as best we can!

MEALS

The tour will include full board! This means there will be three meals served everyday (breakfast, lunch and dinner). We provide an authentic experience with your meals and encourage you to try as much of the local cuisine as possible. Breakfast will either be continental, or sometimes Nepalese breakfast. You will always be able to get your morning cup of tea! Lunch will usually be served on route to the next destination, stopping off at local restaurants along the way. Dinner will be traditional Nepalese cuisine. We take food requirements and allergies seriously at Travelteer - please inform Travelteer management if you have any.

TRANSPORT

Throughout your Peak 2 Peak Tour you will be driven through stunning Nepalese landscapes by our experienced drivers. Our mini-van has been supplied to us by trusted partners and is regularly maintained so you can just sit back, relax and enjoy all that beautiful Nepal has to offer!

ACTIVITIES

Whether you're canoeing down the Rapti River or tracking rare wildlife in Chitwan, all of your activities and entrance fees are included. We take care of the details, so you can just relax and experience Nepal!

£599/PERSON

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