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Nepal is the only international destination where Indian citizens need no visa, no passport stamp, and can use Indian Rupees — making it the easiest overseas trip from India by an enormous margin. But ease of entry is just the beginning. This Himalayan kingdom packs the world's highest mountains, ancient Newari cities, dense jungle teeming with rhinos and tigers, and some of the most sacred pilgrimage sites in both Hinduism and Buddhism into a country the size of Madhya Pradesh. Our Nepal tour packages cover everything from cultural city tours to world-class trekking adventures.
The open border between India and Nepal means Indian citizens can enter with just a valid government-issued photo ID — an Aadhaar card, voter ID, or passport all work. No visa fees, no forms, no advance paperwork. Indian Rupees (up to ₹500 notes) are accepted across Nepal, and the Nepali Rupee trades at a fixed rate of 1.6 NPR per 1 INR, making mental currency conversion effortless.
Beyond logistics, Nepal offers experiences that India simply cannot match. Eight of the world's fourteen 8,000-metre peaks are in Nepal, including Mount Everest. The Annapurna Circuit and Everest Base Camp treks are bucket-list adventures that draw hundreds of thousands of trekkers annually. Yet Nepal is equally rewarding for non-trekkers — Kathmandu's Durbar Squares, Pokhara's lakeside serenity, Chitwan's jungle safaris, and Lumbini's Buddhist heritage offer profound cultural experiences at altitudes where the only exertion is climbing temple stairs.
Kathmandu is a living museum of Newari architecture, Hindu-Buddhist coexistence, and organised chaos. Kathmandu Durbar Square showcases medieval palace buildings and temples (partly damaged in the 2015 earthquake but being restored). Swayambhunath (the Monkey Temple) offers panoramic city views from its hilltop stupa, while Boudhanath — one of the largest stupas in the world — draws Tibetan Buddhist pilgrims who circle it chanting mantras. Pashupatinath Temple, on the banks of the Bagmati River, is the most sacred Hindu site in Nepal.
Just outside Kathmandu, Bhaktapur and Patan (Lalitpur) are preserved medieval cities with their own Durbar Squares, traditional pottery workshops, and Newari architecture. Nagarkot, a 30-minute drive from Kathmandu, offers Himalayan panoramas — on clear mornings, you can see from Annapurna to Everest from a single viewpoint.
Pokhara is Nepal's adventure capital and the most relaxed city in the country. Phewa Lake reflects the Annapurna massif in its still waters at dawn. The Sarangkot viewpoint offers the closest accessible view of the Annapurna range, including Machhapuchhre (Fishtail Peak) — one of the most beautiful mountains on earth. Pokhara is the starting point for the Annapurna Base Camp trek, the Annapurna Circuit, and the Poon Hill trek (the most popular short trek in Nepal).
For non-trekkers, Pokhara offers paragliding over the lake with Himalayan views, zip-lining, bungee jumping, boating, and the peaceful World Peace Pagoda. The lakeside strip has excellent restaurants, bookshops, and a laid-back traveller vibe that makes many visitors extend their stay.
Chitwan National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the best places in Asia to see greater one-horned rhinoceros in the wild. Jeep safaris, canoe rides, and jungle walks also offer chances to spot Bengal tigers, gharial crocodiles, and over 500 bird species. Lumbini, the birthplace of Lord Buddha, is one of the most important pilgrimage sites in the world — the Maya Devi Temple marks the exact spot of his birth.
For trekkers, Nepal offers trails for every level. The Poon Hill trek (4-5 days) is perfect for beginners, offering stunning Annapurna sunrise views without extreme altitude. The Annapurna Base Camp trek (10-12 days) reaches 4,130 metres in a spectacular mountain amphitheatre. The Everest Base Camp trek (12-14 days) is the ultimate bucket-list experience, reaching 5,364 metres with views of the world's highest peak. Browse our packages below for your perfect Nepal adventure.
The absolute best time to visit Nepal. Crystal-clear skies after the monsoon, stunning mountain views, comfortable temperatures of 15-25°C, and the festive season with Dashain and Tihar celebrations. Peak trekking season with the best Himalayan visibility.
Second-best trekking season with rhododendron forests in full bloom along mountain trails. Temperatures warm up to 20-30°C in the valleys. Haze can reduce mountain visibility at lower altitudes, but higher elevations remain clear. Excellent for Annapurna and Everest treks.
Cold but clear — excellent mountain visibility from Nagarkot and Pokhara. Kathmandu Valley temperatures drop to 2-15°C. High-altitude treks are closed due to snow. Lower-altitude treks (Poon Hill, Ghorepani) remain accessible. Chitwan and Lumbini are pleasant. Fewest tourists and lowest prices.
Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu has direct flights from Delhi (1.5 hours), Mumbai (2.5 hours), Bangalore, Kolkata, and Varanasi. Airlines include IndiGo, SpiceJet, Nepal Airlines, and Buddha Air. Domestic flights from Kathmandu reach Pokhara (25 minutes), Lukla (for Everest), and other regional airports.
Multiple India-Nepal border crossings are open to Indian citizens with valid photo ID. The most popular are Sunauli-Bhairahawa (for Lumbini/Pokhara), Raxaul-Birgunj (for Kathmandu via Chitwan), and Kakarbhitta (for eastern Nepal). Direct buses run from Delhi, Varanasi, Gorakhpur, and Patna to Kathmandu and Pokhara.
India's railway network reaches border towns like Gorakhpur (for Sunauli crossing), Raxaul, and Jogbani. From these railheads, buses and shared jeeps continue into Nepal. The Nepal railway is limited, but a new cross-border rail link between Jaynagar (India) and Kurtha (Nepal) is operational.
Nepal is landlocked and has no sea access. The nearest ports are in India (Kolkata, Haldia). All international maritime cargo bound for Nepal transits through Indian ports under the India-Nepal Treaty of Transit.
Explore the medieval palace complex with its intricately carved wooden temples, courtyards, and the living goddess Kumari's residence. Visit Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple) for city panoramas, Boudhanath stupa for Tibetan Buddhist culture, and Pashupatinath Temple for Hindu pilgrimage.
Stroll along Phewa Lake with the Annapurna range reflected in its waters. Tandem paragliding from Sarangkot offers 30 minutes of soaring above the lake with Himalayan peaks as your backdrop — one of the world's most scenic paragliding locations. Prices start at NPR 8,000.
The ultimate bucket-list trek — a 12-14 day round trip from Lukla to Everest Base Camp (5,364m) passing through Sherpa villages, ancient monasteries, and the dramatic Khumbu Icefall viewpoint. Requires reasonable fitness but no technical climbing skills. Best in October-November and March-May.
A UNESCO World Heritage jungle where jeep safaris and canoe rides reveal greater one-horned rhinos, Bengal tigers, gharial crocodiles, and over 500 bird species. The Tharu Cultural Show in the evening showcases indigenous tribal dance and music. 2-3 days is ideal.
Drive 30 minutes from Kathmandu to this hilltop village for one of Nepal's most accessible Himalayan panoramas. On clear mornings (especially October-November), you can see from Annapurna in the west to Everest in the east — a 300km stretch of the Himalayan range.
The perfect short trek for beginners — 4-5 days through rhododendron forests and Gurung villages, culminating in a sunrise from Poon Hill (3,210m) with a 360-degree view of Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, and Machhapuchhre. No prior trekking experience needed.
This preserved medieval Newari city is a living museum of terracotta temples, pottery workshops, and wooden architecture. The Nyatapola Temple is Nepal's tallest pagoda. Try the famous juju dhau (king of yoghurt) and watch traditional craftsmen at work in the pottery squares.
Visit the birthplace of Lord Buddha — the Maya Devi Temple marks the exact spot with an ancient marker stone. The surrounding Sacred Garden has monasteries built by Buddhist nations from around the world, each in their own architectural style. A deeply peaceful and spiritual experience.
Nepal's national meal — steamed rice with lentil soup, vegetable curry, pickled achar, and leafy greens. Eaten twice daily by most Nepalis, with unlimited refills at local restaurants. The saying goes: "Dal bhat power, 24 hour." Expect to pay NPR 200-500 at local eateries.
Tibetan-style steamed or fried dumplings filled with minced buffalo, chicken, or vegetables, served with spicy tomato achar. Nepal's most popular snack and street food — available everywhere from roadside stalls to upscale restaurants. Steamed momos with jhol achar (soup-like dip) are the local favourite.
A traditional Newari feast served on a circular plate — beaten rice (chiura), marinated buffalo meat, boiled egg, black-eyed pea curry, pickled vegetables, and various chutneys. Found in Newari restaurants in Kathmandu, Bhaktapur, and Patan. Best with local tongba or raksi.
A hearty Tibetan noodle soup popular in the hills and during winter. Thick wheat noodles in a warming broth with vegetables, meat, and chilli. The Boudhanath area in Kathmandu has excellent thukpa stalls. Similar to the noodle soups found across the Tibetan plateau.
Nepal's version of barbecue — marinated meat (usually buffalo, chicken, or goat) grilled over charcoal and served with beaten rice and fresh salad. The marinade uses local spices including timur (Sichuan pepper), giving it a distinctive tingly flavour. Popular as evening street food.
A special creamy yoghurt from Bhaktapur — the "king of yoghurts" — set in clay pots that give it a unique earthy sweetness. Traditionally served at festivals and celebrations. Best bought fresh from Bhaktapur Durbar Square. Nothing like the packaged yoghurt you get elsewhere.
A sweet, ring-shaped rice bread deep-fried to crispy perfection — Nepal's traditional festival bread, now available year-round at street stalls. Made from rice flour batter with sugar, cardamom, and banana. Best eaten hot with a cup of chiya (Nepali tea).
Strong black tea brewed with milk, sugar, and spices (cardamom, ginger, cinnamon) — similar to Indian masala chai but slightly sweeter. Served in every tea house along trekking trails and at every street corner in cities. A cup costs NPR 20-50 — the cheapest and most warming drink in the mountains.
Nepal's tourist hub and shopping epicentre. Narrow lanes packed with shops selling trekking gear, pashmina shawls, singing bowls, thangka paintings, Nepali tea, and handicrafts. Bargaining is essential — start at 40-50% of the asking price. Quality varies widely, so inspect items carefully.
The oldest market in Kathmandu — a chaotic, colourful intersection where locals buy spices, incense, rice, clothing, and religious items. Less touristy than Thamel with lower prices. The surrounding streets sell traditional Nepali items like dhaka topi (caps) and kurta suruwal.
Watch traditional potters shape clay vessels by hand using techniques unchanged for centuries. Buy handmade pottery, terracotta masks, and peacock windows directly from the artisans. Prices are fixed and fair. The square itself is one of Nepal's most photogenic spots.
A more relaxed shopping experience than Kathmandu. Lakeside road has shops selling Tibetan jewellery, handmade paper products, hemp clothing, and local artwork. Prices are slightly higher than Thamel but the atmosphere is calmer. Several fair-trade shops support local communities directly.
Patan (Lalitpur) is Nepal's artistic heart. Workshops around Durbar Square produce intricate metalwork — bronze statues, singing bowls, and Buddhist ritual items. The Mahabouddha Temple area has shops selling traditional metalcraft. Quality is generally higher than Thamel.
The lanes surrounding Boudhanath Stupa are lined with Tibetan shops selling prayer flags, prayer wheels, meditation beads (mala), thangka paintings, and Tibetan jewellery. These shops support the local Tibetan refugee community. Prices are reasonable and quality is authentic.
Nepal is the easiest international destination for Indian citizens — no visa, no passport stamp, and no advance paperwork required. India and Nepal share an open border under the 1950 Treaty of Peace and Friendship.
Hostels NPR 500-1,000. Budget guesthouses NPR 1,000-2,000. Mid-range hotels NPR 3,000-6,000. Luxury hotels NPR 10,000-15,000+. Tea house accommodation on treks NPR 200-500/night (basic but clean). Nepal has some of the cheapest accommodation in Asia.
Dal bhat at local eateries NPR 200-400 (unlimited refills). Momos NPR 100-300. Tourist restaurant meals NPR 500-1,500. Fine dining NPR 2,000+. Tea house meals on treks NPR 400-800 (prices increase with altitude). Street food like sel roti and samosa NPR 20-50.
Local bus Kathmandu-Pokhara NPR 800-1,200 (7-8 hours). Tourist bus NPR 1,500-2,500. Domestic flights NPR 4,000-8,000 (25-40 min). Taxi within Kathmandu NPR 300-800. Local micro-bus NPR 20-50. Rickshaws in Thamel NPR 100-200.
Many temples are free or donation-based. Kathmandu Durbar Square NPR 1,000 (SAARC). Bhaktapur Durbar Square NPR 500 (SAARC). Chitwan National Park NPR 2,000 (SAARC). Paragliding in Pokhara NPR 8,000-12,000. Bungee jumping NPR 8,000.
Guide fee NPR 2,000-4,000/day. Porter NPR 1,500-2,500/day. Tea house accommodation NPR 200-500/night. Meals on trek NPR 400-800/meal. TIMS card NPR 2,000-3,000. National park permits NPR 3,000 (SAARC). Total budget trekking: NPR 3,000-5,000/day.
Guesthouses, dal bhat meals, local buses, and free or low-cost attractions. Nepal is one of the cheapest travel destinations in the world — INR 1,500-2,500/day covers everything comfortably.
Comfortable hotel, mix of local and tourist restaurant meals, domestic flights between cities, guided tours, and paid attractions. INR 3,000-6,000/day for a very comfortable experience.
Nepal is home to 8 of the world's 14 peaks above 8,000 metres, including Mount Everest (8,849m) — the highest point on earth.
Nepal's flag is the only national flag in the world that is not rectangular — it consists of two stacked triangles.
Lumbini in Nepal is the birthplace of Siddhartha Gautama (Lord Buddha), making it one of the most sacred sites in Buddhism.
The Nepali calendar (Bikram Sambat) is approximately 57 years ahead of the Gregorian calendar — in 2026, Nepal is in the year 2083.
Nepal was never colonised by any foreign power — it is one of the few countries in Asia that maintained its sovereignty throughout history.
The country has 123 languages spoken across its population of 30 million — one of the highest linguistic diversities per capita in the world.
Kumari, the living goddess of Kathmandu, is a young girl selected from the Newar community who is worshipped as an incarnation of the goddess Taleju.
Nepal's Chitwan National Park has successfully increased its rhino population from fewer than 100 in the 1960s to over 750 today.
The Gurkha soldiers of Nepal are among the most respected fighters in military history, serving in the British and Indian armies since the early 1800s.
Sagarmatha (Mount Everest) was first summited on 29 May 1953 by Tenzing Norgay (Nepali-Indian Sherpa) and Edmund Hillary (New Zealand).
Nepal generates nearly 100% of its electricity from hydropower, thanks to its 6,000+ rivers fed by Himalayan glaciers.
Dashain, Nepal's biggest festival, lasts 15 days and involves flying kites, receiving tika blessings from elders, and feasting on goat meat.
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