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Himalaya Discovery
Trip type:
Cultural & Nature
Activity level:
Gentle
Max group size:
16 Nepal, Asia | 13 days
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Don't take our word for it - read through our customer reviews. All of these have been published without any editing.Bandipur is the ideal advert for modern Nepal, retaining the old world charm while still rcognising the needs of travellers. The elephant ride in Chitwan was simply a once in a lifetime experience (even without seeign a tiger).
Mark Payne, October 2009
SEEING THE HIMALAYAS AT SUNRISE
SEEING THE HIMALAYAS AT SUNRISE.
STAYING AT THE FAMOUS FARM
I was a little disappointed by the elephant safari as we didn't see too many animals but I know that they can't guarantee we'll see anything.
What was nice was the flexibility our guide exercised when the whole group decided on something that was not on the itinerary.
We like the character and charm of the accommodation although some were basic and the beds were quite uncomfortable, we didn't expect luxury but the places were clean and charming, specially the Famous Farm which was a very nice surprise. We also liked the lodge in Chitwan.
[Abhi] He was very relax which made us very relax too. Very open to our suggestions, and very flexible.
Mrs W - travelled in March 2012
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We enjoyed all of it
We enjoyed all of it, Famous Farm was really idillic. Also a great group, guide, and driver and mate. We all wished we were staying longer in the places we visited, but there's all ways next time!!!
[Least enjoyed] Not really any, but I would have prefered to travel by road back to Kathmandu from Chitwan. The main thing we least enjoyed was saying goodbye at the end!!!
Abbhi was great, we all got on really well!!
Mr W - travelled in March 2012
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Definitely a good introdution to the country to inspire you to want to do more!
Although a non-trekking trip, there was still a lot of walking, which in Nepal is 'a little bit up, a little bit down'!! Flat it is not!! Walking does enable you to see a lot more than you would and is worth it though, especially getting to the World Peace Pagoda. Kathmandu is a crazy hustle bustle place but is definitely a worthwhile stop, although closing your eyes is recommended for some of the driving/junctions! Staying in the small villages is amazing and seeing the real Nepal. The people make you feel so welcome. I loved Chitwan, getting to ride on the elephant and just going into the jungle properly was fantastic. Seeing the wildlife was definitely the highlight for me. February was a great time to visit, we had amazing weather, much hotter than anticipated and hopefully if the cloud holds off doing the Everest flight is a must!! I'll never climb it but I've been there! :)
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A good,easy paced trip. Suitable for non trekkers but with opportunities for some walking.
The mountain backdrops should have been a highlight but unfortunately a mist hung over the whole country until the penultimate day (we went 10th March 09). Regarding weather, we got rain and sun but were never cold. The itinerary was Well balanced and we particularly enjoyed the activities in Chitwan, but would have liked to have stayed in the Park rather than just outside. We also enjoyed our time at Pokhara, a laid back resort. While in Kathmandu we recommend taking a taxi to Patan's Durbar square. Kathmandu itself is extremely polluted. The food was ok but not gourmet, a bit like fairly bland Indian. Good variety of accomodation of a reasonable standard. A good overview of a unique country- as nontrekkers we feel we saw all that we wanted to see; we don't need to go back but we weren't disappointed.
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I was very impressed by our tour guide who managed the trip very well
Not exactly a highlight, but I was very impressed by our tour guide who managed the trip very well. Everything went smoothly, he was very informative when we wanted it, managed to keep everyone in the group included and did it all with very good humour. If he is typical of the quality of your guides I will certainly book future holidayss with you
Would have liked an extra day in Bandipur as there are places of interest that we did not have the opportunity to see.
Ms C - Travelled in March 2012
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Comprehensive, very enjoyable.
1. Staying at the Famous Farm in Newakot; I'd love to go back.
2. Chitwan; the elephants and the peaceful pace.
3 Everest flight, I had a huge grin on my face for ages afterwards!
I enjoyed my extended time in Kathmandu, but found the ever-present, noisy, filthy-fumed and chaotic traffic somewhat challenging.
[Trip itinerary] Comprehensive, very enjoyable. I would have liked an extra night at Famous Farm in Newakot, rather than such a long time at Bhaktapur.
Abhi went out of his way to accommodate my needs. I had 6 extra days in Kathmandu; Abhi met me the evening I arrived and took me to the airport when I left 4 days after the main group. He didn't have to do this as the trip was officially over 4 days before.
Abhi is a highly skilled, personable man, I hope his skills will be maximised in the future.
A big formal "thank you"
Ms H - Travelled in March 2012
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The itinerary was superb and well-managed.
The local company was excellent and mostly employed excellent guides. Their commitment to community projects and their work in restoring Nepali properties with a dedication to authenticity was superb - they really are securing their heritage and enabling an authentic Nepali holiday
[Least enjoyed] Having to share a room when I had paid a single supplement due to an overbooking by the hotel - normally a minor mishap, but not very fun to share when I was unwell at the end of the trip.
The itinerary was superb and well-managed. I have never seen so much variety in such a short space of time. The snapshot we had of a small part of Nepal gave many of the guests a real thirst to come back and explore more. Particular highlights were renovated traditional properties in rural Nepal where few other tourists were seen - we felt very lucky to be there.
We had opportunities to see some of the community projects the host company was involved in and were really impressed at the positive impact
Miss W - Travelled in March 2012
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I was very impressed by our tour guide who managed the trip very well
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