Nepal 9 Tage Varanasi to Kathmandu: Temples, Trails & Himalayan Hikes Erlebnisrundreise Adventure-Trip in internationaler Gruppe

Short on time but big on discovery? This nine-day journey through India and Nepal delivers culture, spirituality, and adventure in one unforgettable package. Cruise the sacred Ganges in Varanasi, experience local life at a community homestay in Barauli, and take in sweeping views on a hike through the Annapurna foothills. From the birthplace of Buddha to jungle safaris in Chitwan, every day offers something remarkable.

• Cruise the Ganges at sunrise in India’s spiritual capital

• Varanasi

• Spot wildlife on safari in Chitwan National Park

• Visit the Maya Devi Temple

• Birthplace of the Buddha

• Hike the Himalayan foothills for breathtaking Annapurna views“

Reiseverlauf:

ACHTUNG wichtige Infos zur Rundreise

Späteste Anreise bis: 12:00 Uhr
Früheste Abreise ab: 00:01 Uhr

1. Tag Varanasi

Arrive to your starting hotel by 2:00 pm. Varanasi is the quintessential Indian holy city where millions of Hindus travel for pilgrimage, to worship, to mourn, or to die. Take an orientation walk along the ghats and visit the old city.

Event: Anreise und Begrüßungstreffen (1.0h)
Event: Orientierungs-Spaziergang (1.0h)
Unterkunft: Hotel Stay Inn Kaashvi

2. Tag Varanasi

Enjoy a sunrise boat tour along the sacred Ganges before free time to explore this holy city. Walk the narrow alleys, visit some of the hundreds of temples and shrines, or wander the Old City. Opt to visit the site of the Buddha’s first sermon or sit on the banks of the Ganges watching life unfold around you. In the evening, embark on a Ganges boat trip at sunset to witness a candlelit flower ceremony.

Freizeit: Varanasi
Event: Abendliche Bootsfahrt auf dem Ganges (2.0h)
Event: Morgendliche Bootsfahrt auf dem Ganges (1.0h)
Unterkunft: Hotel Stay Inn Kaashvi

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

3. Tag Varanasi / Lumbini

Cross the border into Nepal and step back in time as you 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 – Sunauli (6.0h)
Event: Grenzüberquerung (Nepal) (0.5h)
Event: Besuch beim Maya Devi Tempel, dem Geburtsort Buddhas (1.0h)
Transport: Bhairahawa – Lumbini (1.0h)
Unterkunft: Bhairahawa Garden Resort

4. Tag Lumbini / Royal Chitwan National Park

Travel through a belt of marshy grasslands, savannas, and forests at the base of the Himalayas. The region is home to rhinos, elephants, Bengal tigers, bears, and leopards. Enjoy an overnight homestay with the indigenous Tharu community and discover their culture through dance and song. Opt to go on a cycling excursion through the area.

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

Optionaler Ausflug:
Radfahren (**)

5. Tag Royal Chitwan National Park

Explore the diverse ecosystems of the UNESCO Chitwan National Park on a 4×4 safari before a walk through the village and rice paddies. Settle in for another night of dance, songs, and Nepalese food with your Tharu community hosts. (A)

Event: Safari in Chitwan mit dem Allradfahrzeug (3.0h)
Freizeit: Royal Chitwan National Park
Event: Aufenthalt in einer Barauli-Gemeinde
Unterkunft: Barauli Community Homestay

6. Tag Royal Chitwan National Park / Pokhara

Travel toward the beautiful scenery of the Annapurna Range to Pokhara. On arrival, take in the pristine lakes and stunning panoramic views of Himalayan peaks. Opt to relax in a café, hire a boat and float around the lake, or shop for Nepali and Tibetan souvenirs in the endless stalls and shops.

Transport: Royal Chitwan National Park – Pokhara (8.0h)
Freizeit: Pokhara
Event: Pokhara Orientation Walk
Unterkunft: Pokhara Crown Plaza

7. Tag Pokhara

Visit nearby Sarangkot for a sunrise walk with breathtaking views of the Annapurnas. Enjoy breakfast at Sharing Seeds and learn how organic arabica coffee and beekeeping helps uplift the community. Afterwards, taste the delicious dishes made during a traditional lunch. Explore Pokhara during free time in the afternoon. (F)

Event: Wanderung in Sarangkot bei Sonnenaufgang (2.0h)
Event: Sharing Seeds Experience
Freizeit: Pokhara
Unterkunft: Pokhara Crown Plaza

Optionale Ausflüge:
Ausflug zur World Peace Pagoda (**)
Besuch im Gorkhamuseum (**)

8. Tag Pokhara / Kathmandu

Drive to Kathmandu, visiting the iconic Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple) en route. Arrive to the capital in the afternoon and get your bearings on an orientation walk. In your free time, choose between highlights in Kathmandu including world-famous Durbar Square, the King’s Palace, the burning ghats at Pashupatinath, and the Boudhanath Stupa.

Event: Orientierungs-Spaziergang in Kathmandu (1.0h)
Transport: Pokhara – Kathmandu (8.0h)
Event: Besuch in Swayambhunath
Unterkunft: Hotel Traditional Comfort

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

9. Tag Kathmandu

Depart at any time.

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,A=Abendessen)

Leistungen:

Dein G-for-Good-Moment: Aufenthalt in einer Barauli-Gemeinde, Royal Chitwan National Park
Dein G-for-Good-Moment: Sharing Seeds Experience, Pokhara
Dein Welcome-Moment: Anreise und Begrüßungstreffen
Dein Local-Living-Moment: Besuch in einer Tharu-Gemeinde, Royal Chitwan National Park. Free time in Varanasi. Varanasi Orientation Walk. Evening Ganges Boat Tour. Morning Ganges Boat Tour. Maya Devi Temple Buddha’s Birthplace Visit. Chitwan National Park Safari. Free time in Pokhara. Pokhara orientation walk. Sarangkot Sunrise Walk. Swayambhunath Temple Visit. Kathmandu Orientation Walk.
Unterbringung: Hotels (6 nts), homestay (2 nts).
Transport: Train, private vehicle, Riverboat, 4×4, walking.
Mahlzeiten: 1 Frühstück, 1 Abendessen

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

25.10.2026 -05.01.2029 EUR 229

Gruppengröße: Max 16, avg 12