Nepal 9 Tage India & Nepal on a Budget: Varanasi to Kathmandu Erlebnisrundreise für junge Reisende zwischen 18- 39 Jahre in internationaler Gruppe

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. Kick things off in Varanasi with a sunrise cruise on the Ganges, then cross into Nepal to explore Buddha’s birthplace, spot rhinos on safari in Chitwan, and soak up Himalayan views in Pokhara. Big on culture, nature, and connection – this is South Asia done right.

• 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

Reiseverlauf:

ACHTUNG wichtige Infos zur Rundreise

Früheste Abreise ab: 00:01 Uhr

1. Tag Varanasi

Arrive at anytime. Meet your CEO and group in the evening for a welcome meeting, an orientation walk around Varanasi and your first night out!

Event: Anreise und Begrüßungstreffen (1.0h)
Event: Orientierungs-Spaziergang (1.0h)
Event: Begegne neuen Freunden
Unterkunft: Hotel Vaibhav

2. Tag Varanasi

This morning, hop on a boat and sail the sacred Ganges River, where you will have the opportunity to witness a candle flower ceremony. Enjoy a free afternoon to uniquely explore the spiritual capital of India. Opt to bathe in the sacred waters or visit Kashi Vishwanath, the Golden Temple, dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva. Varanasi is your oyster!

Event: Morgendliche Bootsfahrt auf dem Ganges (1.0h)
Freizeit: Varanasi
Unterkunft: Hotel Vaibhav

Optionale Ausflüge:
Heritage and Spiritual Walk in Old Benaras (*)
Besuch in Sarnath (**)

3. Tag Varanasi / Lumbini

Today we leave India and travel to the peaceful land of Nepal. Step back in time and experience Buddha’s birthplace – Lumbini, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and pilgrimage centre. Visit the Maya Devi Temple, where the Queen gave birth to Siddhartha Gautama.

Transport: Varanasi – Gorakhpur (6.0h)
Transport: Gorakhpur – Sunauli (2.0h)
Event: Grenzüberquerung (Nepal) (0.5h)
Transport: Bhairahawa – Lumbini (1.0h)
Event: Besuch beim Maya Devi Tempel, dem Geburtsort Buddhas (1.0h)
Unterkunft: Landmark Bhairahawa

4. Tag Lumbini / Royal Chitwan National Park

Experience Nepali rural life at Barauli Village homestay, a G Adventures-supported project. Take an orientation walk, visiting friendly homes and learn about the Tharu daily life. Opt to venture to the Narayani river on a cycle tour.

Transport: Lumbini – Royal Chitwan National Park (4.0h)
Event: Besuch in einer Tharu-Gemeinde
Event: Barauli Community Connection
Event: Orientierungs-Spaziergang in Barauli
Unterkunft: Barauli Community Homestay

Optionaler Ausflug:
Radfahren (**)

5. Tag Royal Chitwan National Park

Enjoy a free day to explore the surrounding village and rice paddies before spending another night with the Tharu community. Opt to take a jeep safari through the diverse ecosystem of Chitwan National Park for a chance to witness rhinos, crocodiles, monkeys, and maybe even the elusive bengal tiger.

Freizeit: Royal Chitwan National Park
Event: Besuch in einer Tharu-Gemeinde
Unterkunft: Barauli Community Homestay

Optionale Ausflüge:
Safari in Chitwan mit dem Allradfahrzeug (**)
Aufenthalt in einer Barauli-Gemeinde (**)

6. Tag Royal Chitwan National Park / Pokhara

Travel from the peaceful plains towards the mystical Himalayan mountains, stopping in Pokhara. Get your bearings in town on an orientation walk. Be sure to capture a panoramic group photo with the stunning Annapurna range backdrop.

Transport: Royal Chitwan National Park – Pokhara (7.0h)
Event: Pokhara Orientation Walk
Unterkunft: Hotel Raraa

7. Tag Pokhara

Enjoy breakfast at Sharing Seeds and learn how organic arabica coffee and beekeeping helps uplift the community. In the afternoon, get to know Pokhara more in-depth by freely exploring this photogenic region. Gear up for your big night out at a lakeside bar with your new friends. Cheers to all the life-changing adventures you’ve just shared! (F)

Freizeit: Pokhara
Event: Bar am Seeufer
Event: Sharing Seeds Experience
Unterkunft: Hotel Raraa

Optionaler Ausflug:
Wanderung in Sarangkot bei Sonnenaufgang (**)

8. Tag Pokhara / Kathmandu

Travel the last leg of this trip through the wild, rugged Himalayan landscape to Nepal’s capital and largest city, Kathmandu. Or opt to skip the drive and fly to Kathmandu for more time in the city. After the whole group arrives, get a feel for the city on an orientation walk. As Kathmandu is fascinating at every turn, simply wander around and see where chance, fate, or the city may lead you. Check out world-famous Durbar Square, King’s Palace, the burning ghats at Pashupatinath, or Boudhanath Stupa. Then join your crew for an optional farewell meal together!

Event: Orientierungs-Spaziergang in Kathmandu (1.0h)
Transport: Pokhara – Kathmandu (8.0h)
Unterkunft: Hotel Serenity

Optionaler Ausflug:
Flug von Pokhara nach Kathmandu (**)

9. Tag Kathmandu

Today is departure day, but do not fret! There is no such thing as goodbye, only until next time. Hug your new friends, exchange social medias, and depart at any time.

Event: Tag der Abreise

Optionaler Ausflug:
Everest-Flug (**)

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Fahrplan-, Flugplan-, Hotel- und Programmänderungen bleiben ausdrücklich vorbehalten.

(*) organisierte Programme sowie Aktivitäten. Diese sind nicht im Reisepreis enthalten und müssen vor Reisebeginn gebucht werden. Änderungen vorbehalten.
(**) organisierte Programme sowie Aktivitäten. Diese sind nicht im Reisepreis enthalten und müssen vor Ort gebucht werden. Änderungen vorbehalten.

(F=Frühstück)

Leistungen:

Dein G-for-Good-Moment: Barauli Community Connection, Royal Chitwan National Park
Dein G-for-Good-Moment: Sharing Seeds Experience, Pokhara
Dein Welcome-Moment: Anreise und Begrüßungstreffen
Dein First-Night-Out-Moment: Begegne neuen Freunden
Dein Local-Living-Moment: Besuch in einer Tharu-Gemeinde, Royal Chitwan National Park
Dein Big-Night-Out-Moment: Bar am Seeufer, 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.
Unterbringung: Simple hotels or guesthouse (twin-share) (6 nts), homestay (2 nts).
Transport: Train, private vehicle, walking, tuktuk, boat.
Mahlzeiten: 1 Frühstück

Aufpreis für Einzelzimmer – nur wenn explizit gewünscht:
Ansonsten wird das Zimmer mit einem gleichgeschlechtlichem Zimmerpartner geteilt

21.12.2026 -18.12.2028 EUR 239

Gruppengröße: 1 Frühstück