India & Nepal on a Budget: Varanasi to Kathmandu
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Small Group
Average
Rating
India & Nepal on a Budget: Varanasi to Kathmandu
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9 days
Small Group
Basic
Average
English
Experience Overview
From sacred rivers to soaring peaks, this nine-day adventure through India and Nepal serves up epic sights and spiritual vibes in one whirlwind trip.
Includes
Activities
- Your G for Good Moment: Barauli Community Connection, Royal Chitwan National Park Your G for Good Moment: Sharing Seeds Experience, Pokhara Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends Your Local Living Moment: Barauli Community Guesthouse Stay, Royal Chitwan National Park Your Big Night Out Moment: Lakeside Bar, Pokhara
- Varanasi Orientation Walk
- Free time in Varanasi
- Morning Ganges Boat Tour
- Maya Devi Temple Buddha's Birthplace Visit
- Barauli Community Experience & Orientation Walk
- Pokhara Orientation Walk
- Sharing Seeds Experience
- Free time in Pokhara
- Kathmandu Orientation walk
Accommodation
- Simple hotels or guesthouse (twin-share) (6 nts), homestay (2 nts).
- 1 breakfast
Transport
- Train, private vehicle, walking, tuktuk, boat.
Group Leader
- CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.
Highlights
- Float down the sacred Ganges on a sunrise boat ride in Varanasi
- Visit Buddha’s birthplace and explore ancient temples in Lumbini
- Spot wildlife on safari in Chitwan National Park
- Take in mountain views and chill vibes in Pokhara with free time to explore
Trip Details
9 days
Train, private vehicle, walking, tuktuk, boat.
English
Varanasi, India
Kathmandu, Nepal
Basic
18 - 39 Year Olds Only
Average
Itinerary
Day 1: Varanasi
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.Activity - Experience the spiritual energy of Varanasi with a walk through the holy city, filled with temples, shrines and Hindus from all over India and the world. Enjoy views of the sacred River Ganges.Activity - Connect with new friends on your first night out in a new destination. Only available on 18-to-Thirtysomethings tours.Accommodation - Hotel Vaibhav
Day 2: Varanasi
Pre-book the Varanasi Heritage Walk and enjoy a guided tour that focuses more on the local life in Varanasi and its philosophical and cultural values. Witness pilgrims singing and gain a deeper understanding of the importance of Varanasi in Hinduism, Buddhism and Jainism.
Pre-book the Guided Visit of Sarnath and learn about the life of the Buddha. Discover the archeological ruins of the monastery. Explore the museum at Sarnath and the sacred Maha Bodhi Tree. Visit temples constructed by the buddhist people of Sri Lanka, Thailand and Japan and stop to admire the Buddha statue during the three hours of guided exploration.
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Catch the sunrise from a boat cruising the sacred Ganges River, where Hindu pilgrims from all over the world come to wash away their sins and cremate their loved ones. Witness locals participating in dawn rituals of bathing and burning at the river.Free_time - Enjoy some free time.Accommodation - Hotel Vaibhav
Day 3: Varanasi/Lumbini
This will be a longer travel day as it may take up to 12 hours to reach the city of Lumbini. Settle in with your fellow travellers and get to know each other as you take in the scenery.
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Climb aboard, take a seat, and enjoy the ride.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Have your passports and documentation ready to cross the border. Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Visit Maya Devi Temple, Buddha's Birthplace Visit. Explore the numerous monasteries in this World Heritage Site.Accommodation - Landmark Bhairahawa
Day 4: Lumbini/Royal Chitwan National Park
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Enjoy the hospitality of the Tharu, an indigenous community from the Teral belt of Nepal who live in eco-friendly homes. Experience their unique culture through dance and song.Activity - The Barauli Community Homestay is G Adventures–supported and designed to help preserve the culture of the local Tharu people. This homestay project is completely run by women, bringing diversified income and sustainable tourism to the region. This is a fantastic experience for both visitors and hosts, to make meaningful connections and learn about each others lives.Activity - Take an orientation walk through Barauli village. Visit local homes and learn more about the Tharu lifestyle, farming techniques, as well as the region's flora and fauna.Accommodation - Barauli Community Homestay
Day 5: Royal Chitwan National Park
Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Get out and explore.Activity - Enjoy the hospitality of the Tharu, an indigenous community from the Teral belt of Nepal who live in eco-friendly homes. Experience their unique culture through dances, songs, and a delicious traditional meal. Stay on the property in private guesthouses that resemble traditional village architecture of the local Tharu people. Enjoy modern conveniences like running water, comfortable beds, and mosquito nets. The 14 cottages are each named after the local woman that manages the property. There are also tended gardens and small patches of farmland in the village compound with animals tethered inside the pastures. Any meals will be eaten in the communal dining hall and the local women will serve you food that has been sourced completely from the surrounding land and community.Accommodation - Barauli Community Homestay
Day 6: Royal Chitwan National Park/Pokhara
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Breathe in the fresh air and take in the views of the Himalayas and Phewa Lake while getting your bearings around this scenic city.Accommodation - Hotel Raraa
Day 7: Pokhara
In the morning, watch a spectacular Himalayan sunrise over the mountains before visiting a Planeterra project that benefits the local community.
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Enjoy some free time.Activity - Follow your CEO to best lakeside bar with a mountainous view and cheers to all the life-changing adventures you've just experienced.Activity - Sharing Seeds is a women led enterprise in Sarnagkot - Tallathar village, which supports local farmers to produce organic arabica coffee and beekeeping, and offers opportunities to the women of Pandeli Village to produce recyclable, hemp handicrafts. Sharing Seeds has ensured that this community gains new skills and employment opportunities while retaining their culture and addressing the problem of rural urban migration. Enjoy a local breakfast in the fields of the picturesque village of Tallathar, led by women from this rural community, and take a walk through the village to learn more about the coffee grown in the region.Accommodation - Hotel Raraa
Day 8: Pokhara/Kathmandu
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Get a taste of this lively capital city, which is fascinating at every turn. Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Accommodation - Hotel Serenity
Day 9: Kathmandu
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure.
- Flights to and from origin and destinations
- Airport transfers (unless otherwise stated)
- Anything else not explicitly listed in tour inclusions
- Recommended gratuities/tipping
- Optional activities/tours
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Visas, meals and beverages not stated in the list of inclusions.
When meals are not included, your tour leader (where available) will be happy to help with restaurant recommendations, bookings, and directions. Please let us know if you have any dietary needs or preferences. We will do our best to accommodate these, though we cannot guarantee that every request can be met.
You are responsible for your personal belongings throughout the tour. You will need to carry your own bags between the vehicle and your hotel room. Drivers will assist with loading and unloading luggage from the vehicle.
Travellers requiring wheelchair access should contact our sales and service team, who can make enquiries on your behalf.
This tour requires an average level of fitness. Activities are paced gently and include leisure time. You may be expected to join guided walks of up to one hour, navigate short stairways and mild inclines, and manage your own luggage. You should also be able to board and exit all transport without assistance.
Travellers are expected to be self-sufficient and capable of handling all aspects of their journey. Please discuss your circumstances and support needs with your booking agent to confirm this trip is suitable.
If you are unsure, we recommend consulting your doctor before booking or travelling.
If a planned site visit is unavailable due to changes in operating hours or holiday closures, the itinerary may be altered, or a comparable activity will be substituted where possible and subject to availability.
Visa conditions can change. Once you receive your travel documents, check with the relevant embassy, consulate, or immigration office of your destination for the latest information.
- It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct and valid travel documents and to comply with all entry requirements.
- Non-Australian citizens must also confirm visa and identification requirements with the appropriate consulate or visa agency.
- Certain occupations (for example, journalists, government officials, or those working in charities) may face additional restrictions when applying for visas, which could affect the type of application required.
From
AUD $749
Duration: 9 days
Trip Type: Small Group
Activity Level: Average
From sacred rivers to soaring peaks, this nine-day adventure through India and Nepal serves up epic sights and spiritual vibes in one whirlwind trip.
Price based on per person in Double Room for departure 22 Jun 2026
Tour Operator
G Adventures, founded in 1990 by Bruce Poon Tip, is a global adventure travel company specializing in small-group tours that emphasize authentic, sustainable, and culturally immersive experiences. Originally launched as GAP Adventures (“Great Adventure People”), the company pioneered the concept of community-driven travel by offering affordable trips that connect travelers with local communities while minimizing environmental impact. Today, G Adventures operates in more than 100 countries, offering a wide range of itineraries across themes such as active adventures, wildlife, wellness, family, and National Geographic–partnered tours, while maintaining a strong commitment to responsible tourism and social enterprise through its Planeterra Foundation.
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