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About Us Seto Himal Excursion Pvt. Ltd is a government registered travel agency Located in Kingsway (Durbar Marg) Kathmandu, Nepal. We are a young and motivated team, conducting treks and tours throughout Nepal as well as across India, Tibet and Bhutan. We offer great variety of pre-arranged tours which will take you to the most famous and picturesque sites across the Nepalese Himalaya, Indian, Bhutan and Tibet. Expertise, friendliness, flexibility and sustainability are our guidelines to maintain affordable travels to the last genuine civilizations and into the spiritual center of the world. Our tour and trek guides are experienced and prepared for every eventuality and our office staff and correspondents all over the world are friendly and willing to help you with all the formalities and questions you might have. In fact, we correspond in different parts of the world to make the process of planning the tour as easy as possible for you. It’s more than a decade now, since our history in the tourism sector began and we proudly bring in all of our experience to make your plans become memorable reality. We’ll all give our best to make it come true!
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Everest Base Camp Trek
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Gokyo Chola Pass Trek with Valley
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Annapurna Base Camp Trek
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Annapurna Circuit Trek with Thorong La Pass Adventure
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Upper Mustang Trek - The Land of Forbidden Kingdom
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Manaslu Circuit Trek
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Mountain Biking
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Annapurna Circuit Biking
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Tour
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Experience Nepal Tour with Poon Hill Trek
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Buddhist Cultural Tour
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Exotic Nepal with Wild Life Safari
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Nepal Heritage Tour
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Nepal Splendor Tour
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Peak Climbing
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Adventures Activities
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Volunteer Program for International Student 23
Why travel with Seto Himal Excursion? As a legitimate agency, we are proud to have highly qualified and professional staffs, who are dedicated to customer service and satisfaction. Along with the highly recognized international programs, we put efforts for personalized tours and travel services in Himalayas. We really care about each and every aspect, what a visitors expecting from us during the time of visit. It’s pleasure to know what visitors have in mind; we will help our visitors to explore the Himalaya in your own way. Here are some evidence causes regarding why you should book with us.
Wild Life Safari
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White Water Expedition
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Yoga & Meditation
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We are Experts of Himalaya
Bungee Jumping
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We care for your Health & Safety
Canyoning
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Groups Size & Personalized Itineraries
Mountain Flight
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Our Policy for Guides & Porters
Paragliding
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Food
Zip Flying
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Other Popular Destinations
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Bhutan
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Social Corporate Responsibilities
Tibet
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Commitment to You, Our Client
India
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Transportation Our Environment Policy Preserving Cultural Heritage
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eto Himal Excursion is a government registered trekking agency located in Kingsway (Durbar Marg) Kathmandu, Nepal. We are young and motivated team, conducting treks and tours throughout Nepal as well as across India, Tibet and Bhutan. Seto Himal Excursion provides adventure and best holiday experiences in Himalaya. The company is established by Raju Poudel in 2010 after a decade long experience in the field. As a founder & CEO of an agency he gathered several experiences and completed several level of adventurous journey. Besides this profession he had completed Master Degree in Economics. Our group at Seto Himal Excursion’s takes pride in arranging exceptional and remarkable treks, custommade to each individual need and wish. We have
created incredible schedules that accentuate the society and beautiful magnificence of our objectives, which can get modified to fit our customer’s desires. Throughout the years we have developed an abundance of experience and information, providing for us the likelihood to give amazing treks, mountain lower case Expedition and social visits for either gatherings or individual voyagers in Nepal, Tibet, Bhutan and India. We have faith in offering over to the superb zones we travel and delight in. The group gives 15% of its aggregate salary to social establishments that work for underprivileged parts of our country group. We furnish our esteemed customers with unlimited chances to get included in society trade programs. The Seto Himal Excursion group is glad to be at your administration, and we anticipate reaching you.
Nepal The Land of Himalaya
Nepal is one of the most beautiful as well as amazing land within Asia and home to the world’s highest mountain “Mount Everest”. It is one of the richest country in the world in terms of bio-diversity due to its unique geographical position and latitude variation. This is one of the most famous destinations in the world that offer an ever-growing range of outdoor activities. The vibrant colorful culture and the way of freaky living styles made Nepal a unique country that you should visit once in your life time.
Nepal at Glance:
Requirements for Visa Visa Charges:
Name: Nepal Area: 147,181 sq km Population: 20.5 Million (2012)
Passport must be valid for at least six months
Government: Federal Democratic Republic of Nepal
You need to have two Passport size photos.
Capital: Kathmandu
Visa can be obtained on the arrival at the Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu, or any border entry points of Nepal.
People: More than 100 ethnic groups (Kathmandu Newar and Brahmin-Cheetri dominate the cultural Landscape) Language: Officially Nepali Religion: Hindu, Buddhist and others, but officially Hindu. Highest and Lowest Points: 70 m to 8848 m (230 ft to 29,021 ft) Currency: Nepalese Rupee Time: GMT + 5:45
Children under age of 10 years need not pay any visa fees. Two passport size photos are mandatory for visa application on arrival. Tourist Visa with Multiple Entry for 15 days- US$25 or equivalent foreign currency. Tourist Visa with Multiple Entries for 30 days - US $ 40 or equivalent foreign currency. Tourist Visa with Multiple Entry for 90 days - US $ 100 or equivalent foreign currency.
Final Check List: We want you to be sure for each and every element before you begin your journey for Himalayan Paradise. Before leaving your home land, we want you to be clear for your stay during tours and trekking periods. Travel Insurance is highly required for all travelers. Before leaving for any trekking trails according to its grade we will sign an agreement that will focus about evacuation procedure in case of emergency. Before leaving to any of these countries please make sure of the food provided during your visit. Please be sure of your local and international means of Transportation during your visit. We want you to bring your Personal Accessories for your trip. We would like to suggest that make your packing as light as you can. Gears & Equipments Visa is an essential matter for a visit in Nepal or any other Himalayan Countries. We want you to be sure about Visa procedure, charges and the condition to obtain it on your passports.
Raju Poudel
Founder & Executive Director
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World Famous Trekking Trails
Remote Treks Kanchenjunga Base Camp Trek 27 Days Lower Doplo Trek 23 Days Limi Valley Trek 21 Days Makalu Baru Valley Trek 24 Days Manaslu Circuit Trek 21 Days Rolwaling Trek 20 Days Upper Dolpo Trek 30 Days Upper Mustang Trek 17 Days Tsum Valley Trek 24 Days
PopularTreks Annapurna Base Camp 14 Days Annapurna Circuit Trek 22 Days GhorePani Poon Hill Trek 11 Days Everest Base Camp Trek 15 Days Everest Three High Passes Trek 21 Days GokyoChola Pass Trek 20 Days Classic Everest Trek 22 Days HelambuCircit Trek 10 Days Langtang Ganja La Pass Trek 14 Days
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Trekking Trekking in Nepal is one of the best walking holidays available suitable to all age group of people and level of experience & fitness. Himalaya offer exceptional mountain sceneries and excellent trekking opportunities from the short & easy trekking holiday to the demanding & strenuous snowy peaks climbing. Rolling hills, thundering rivers, hidden valleys, lush forests and century's old diverse ethno - cultural are crowned by the snowcapped Himalayan peaks of the 08 of the 14 highest mountains on the planet including the Mount Everest. Walking holidays in Nepal could be the best adventure holidays trek as you gain valuable insights of hard life style and firsthand experience of the diverse ethno cultures along with the appreciation of nature. Thus the best way to discover Nepal is to do the trekking to witness from Himalayan vistas to deeply spiritual ethno - culture that has to be explored to be believed.
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Everest Base Camp Trek
Gokyo Chola Pass Trek with Valley
Rising to the unsurpassed height of 8,848m, Mount Everest evokes admiration in climbers and non climbers alike. Many trekkers from around the world call Everest Base Camp their dream destination, and rightly so. Offering the challenge of the harsh high altitude environment and a reward of the finest scenery, this neighborhood of the highest peaks in the world will leave you with memories to treasure for a lifetime.
Gokyo Chola Pass is one of the most popular, adventurous and physically demanding trek in the Everest Region. The Gokyo Chola Pass offers panoramic Himalayan views, including the Mt Everest 8848 m, Mt. Lhotse 8516m, Mt Pumori 7145m, Mt, Thamserku and other numerous mountains, Tibetan Sherpa Culture, Beautiful Gokyo Valley and Gokyo Lake, wild animals and Himalayan Birds and Lush Valleys. This trek is the combination of classic tradition, culture and top class of adventures as it combines entire upper Khumbu, crystal Gokyo Lake, renowned viewpoint Gokyor-Ri and of course the base of the world’s tallest mountain, Everest.
If you want to walk in the footsteps of past explorers and experience the excitement of such expedition, our Everest Base Camp Trek is right for you. Trip Highlights: Scenic Mountain Flight to Lukla and Kathmandu Visiting Tengbouche Monastery Remarkable view of Khumbu Ice fall Cultural Tour of Kathmandu Valley
Inclusion: Pick up and drop for both international & domestic flights, Local SetoHimal Excursion Tour & Trekking Guide, Local Porters, Domestic Flights, and Trekking Permit & National Park Permits, Trekking crew insurance, food & Salary, Accommodation in 3 Star Hotel in Kathmandu, Accommodation in Tea House/Guesthouse during the Trek. Exclusion: International Air Fair, Travel Insurance, Visa Charges Extra Baggage Charge, Personal Goods, Immediate evacuation in emergency
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Itinerary-Day by Day Day 1: Arrival at Kathmandu Airport Day 2: A full day sightseeing tour of Kathmandu Day 3: Flight to Lukla and trekking to Phakding (2652m) Day 4: Phakding trekking to Namche Bazzar (3440m)5-6hr Day 5: Acclimatization day in Namche Day 6: NamcheBazzar trek to Tengboche (3867m) 5-6hr Day 7: Tengboche trek to Dingboche (4360m) 5-6hr Day 8: Dingboche trek to Lobuche (4940m) 5hr Day 9: Trek to Everest Base Camp (5365 meters) then back to GorakShep (5180 meters) 7-8hr Day 10: Trekking to Kala Patthar (5545m) and back to Pheriche (4940m) 5-6hrs Day 11: Trekking Pheriche to Tengboche (4940m) 5-6hrs Day 12: Tengboche to NamcheBazzar Day 13: NamcheBazzar to Lukla Day 14: Lukla to Kathmandu (40 min flight) Day 15: Final Departure Call 00977 9851032443 or visit www.setohimal.com
Trip Highlights: Scenic Mountain Flight Visiting Tengbouche Monastery Observation of Sherpa’s Culture Remarkable view of Khumbu Ice fall Cultural Tour of Kathmandu Valley
Inclusion: Pick up and drop for both international & domestic flights, Local SetoHimal Excursion Tour & Trekking Guide, Local Porters, Domestic Flights, and Trekking Permit & National Park Permits, Trekking crew insurance, food & Salary, Accommodation in 3 Star Hotel in Kathmandu, Accommodation in Tea House/Guesthouse during the Trek. Exclusion: International Air Fair, Travel Insurance, Visa Charges Extra Baggage Charge, Personal Goods, Immediate evacuation in emergency
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Itinerary-Day by Day Day 1: Arrival at Kathmandu Airport Day 2: A full day sightseeing tour of Kathmandu Day 3: Flight to Lukla and trekking to Phakding (2652m) Day 4: Trek to NamcheBazzar (3440m)5-6hr Day 5: Acclimatization day in Namche Day 6: Trek to Tengboche (3867m)5-6hr Day 7: Tengboche treks to Dingboche (4360m) 5-6hr Day 8: Rest day in Dingboche for the acclimatization (4360m) Day 9: Trek to Lobuche (4940m)5hr Day 10: Trek to Everest Base Camp (5365 meters) then back to GorakShep (5180 meters) 7-8hr Day 11: Trekking Kala Patthar (5545m) and back to Lobuche (4940m)5-6hr Day 12: Trek to Dzongla (4830m) Day 13: Crossing Chola Pass Day 14: Trek to Gokyo Lake Day 15: Gokyo and trekking down to Dole (4090m) Day 16: Trek to NamcheBazzar Day 17: Trek to Phakding (2652m) Day 18: Trek to Lukla (2,850) Day 19: Flight from Lukla to Kathmandu Day 20: Final Departure.
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Annapurna Circuit Trek with Thorong La Pass Adventure
Annapurna Base Camp Trek Annapurna base camp trek exceeds the excitement and adventure involved in any other treks in Nepal. Attracting almost 70,000 trekkers a year, Annapurna base camp trekking is a unique experience for adventurers, beginner and experts alike. Annapurna Base Camp (4,140m/13,582ft) is a small campsite surrounded by mighty mountains from all sides, Machapuchhare (6,993m/22,943), Annapurna I (8091m/26505ft), and Hiunchuli (6,441m/21,131ft), respectively.
Itinerary-Day by Day
Trip Highlights: Sightseeing around Kathmandu &Pokhara Impressive Sunrise and Mountain views Typical Gurung Village along trekking route Spectacular Mountain and Glacier views from Annapurna Base Camp Natural Hot Spring at Jhinu
Inclusion: Transfer Services, Local SetoHimal Excursion Tour & Trekking Guide, Local Porters and Trekking Permit & National Park Permits, Trekking crew insurance, food & Salary, Accommodation in 3 Star Hotel in Kathmandu &Pokhara, Accommodation in Tea House/ Guesthouse during the Trek Exclusion: International Air Fair, Travel Insurance, Visa Charges Extra Baggage Charge, Personal Goods, Immediate evacuation in emergency
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Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu Day 2: Sightseeing around Kathmandu Valley Day 3: Drive/Fly to Pokhara Day 4: Pokhara to Tikhedhunga (1570m) Day 5: Trek from Tikhedhunga to Ghorepani (2785m) 5-6hrs Day 6: Trek from Ghorepani to Tadapani (2660m) 4-5hrs Day 7: Trek from Tadapani to Chomorong (2,000m). Day 8: Trek from Chomorong to Doban (2,500m). Day 9: Trek from Doban to Annapurna Base Camp (4,130m). Day 10: Trek from Annapurna Base Camp to Bamboo (2,500m). Day 11: Trek from Bamboo to Jhinu (1,750m). Day 12: Trek from Jhinu to Pokhara. Day 13: Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu. Day 14: Final Departure from Kathmandu. Call 00977 9851032443 or visit www.setohimal.com
The most popular of the trekking routes, Annapurna Circuit with its outstanding scenery is considered one of the best trekking routes in the world. Due to the geography the Circuit one can experience the climate and cultural diversity available in Nepal; from lush sub-tropical lowlands of the Indian subcontinent to the cold high altitude deserts of the Tibetan plateau. The circuit usually takes about 22 days (3 weeks) to complete the 160-230 km distance. Annapurna circuit Trek opened to foreigners trekkers in 1977 and has been witnessed as a highly demanded and spectacular trekking route in this region. Trip Highlights:
Inclusion: Transfer Services, Local SetoHimal Excursion Tour & Crossing the Thourng-La Pass over 5416 meters Trekking Guide, Local Porters Sunrise View from Poon Hill and Trekking Permit & National Park Permits, Trekking crew Visiting Muktinath Temple insurance, food & Salary, Walking through the world’s deepest gorge and Accommodation in 3 Star the Kali Gandaki River Valley Hotel in Kathmandu &Pokhara, Accommodation in Tea House/ Impressive Sunrise and Mountain views Guesthouse during the Trek. Sightseeing of Kathmandu &Pokhara
Exclusion: International Air Fair, Travel Insurance, Visa Charges Extra Baggage Charge, Personal Goods, Immediate evacuation in emergency
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Itinerary-Day by Day Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu Day 2: Kathmandu Excursion Day 3: Drive to Besisahar by Bus-8hrs Day 4: Trek from Besisahar to Bahundanda (1,300m) Day 5: Trek from Bahundanda to Chyamje (1,410m) Day 6: Trek from Chyamje to Bagarchaap (2,160m) Day 7: Trek from Bagarchap to Chame(2,630m) Day 8: Trek from Chame to Pisang(3,190m) Day 9: Trek from Pisang to Manang(3,540m) Day 10: Day10: Acclimatization at Manang Day 11: Trek from Manang to Yak Kharka (4,250m) Day 12: Trek from Yak Kharka to ThorngPhedi (4,420m) Day 13: Trek from ThorngPhedi to MuktiNath (3,800m) via Thorng La Pass Day 14: Trek from Muktinath to Marpha(2650m) Day 15: Trek from Marpha to Ghasa(2,010m) Day 16: Trek from Ghasa to Tatopani(1,190 m) Day 17: Trek from Tatopani to Ghorepani(2,810m) Day 18: Trek from Ghorepani to Poon Hill (3,210m) to Tikhedunga(1,570m) Day 19: Trek from Tikhedunga to Nayapul (1,010m) and drive to Pokhara Day 20: Excursion at Pokhara Day 21: Drive back to Kathmandu Day 22: Final Departure
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Upper Mustang Trek - The Land of Forbidden Kingdom Mustang trekking trail is one of the most famous and stunning trails named as “The forbidden kingdom of Himalaya”. Mustang trekking trail was officially opened in 1992 for foreigners. Mustang allows limited numbers of trekkers each year in order to preserve and protect the local ancient style of Tibetan traditional environment. Entire trek of Mustang represents the great influences of ancient Tibetan culture. A distinctive culture and promising traditional values that made Mustang really an isolated part from the entire world. Mustang offers amazing views of Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Nilgiri, Tukche. Mustang, “Off the Beaten Trail” offers all the opportunities in Himalaya also known as an Ideal destination. Trip Highlights: Sightseeing of Kathmandu &Pokhara Sceinc Flight to and from Jomsom Exploring the Kaligandaki Valley Exploring the Forbidden Kingdom of Mustang Impressive views of the Himalaya
Inclusion: Transfer Services, domestic flights, Local SetoHimal Excursion Tour & Trekking Guide, Local Porters and Trekking Permit & National Park Permits, Trekking crew insurance, food & Salary, Accommodation in 3 Star Hotel in Kathmandu &Pokhara, Accommodation in Tea House/ Guesthouse during the Trek. Exclusion: International Air Fair, Travel Insurance, Visa Charges Extra Baggage Charge, Personal Goods, Immediate evacuation in emergency
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Manaslu Circuit Trek The Manaslu Trek exists with its amazing and mesmerizing view of the glorious Mountain, fascinating culture and has most of the amazing Himalayan high altitude passes called Larkya. All the way of Manaslu Trail is in the region known as Nupri, an area of still Tibetan influence with trade route between the regions still popular. This trek will observe in the land, where still Buddhist prayer flags and chortens are abundant. Tented Manaslu camping treks make you a real adventure dream of your entire life with full of experience in virgin spot.
Itinerary-Day by Day
Trip Highlights:
Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu Day 2: Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing Day 3: Drive/Fly to Pokhara Day 4: Morning flight to Jomsom and trek to Kagbeni Day 5: Trek from Kagbeni to Chaile (3045m) Day 6: Trek from Chaile to Geling Day 7: Trek from Geling to Charang Day 8: Trek from Charang to Lo Manthang Day 9: Excursion of NamgyalGompa and Tingkhar and back to Lo-Manthang Day 10: Trek from Lo-Manthang to Dhi Day 11: Trek from Dhi to Tangbe Day 12: Trek from Tangbe to Tetang/ Chusang Day 13: Trek to Jomsom Day 14: Morning flight to Pokhara Day 15: Exploration day in Pokhara Day 16: Drive/Fly back to Kathmandu Day 17: Departure
Sightseeing around Kathmandu City
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Scenic road driving to Arughat Experience the Nepalese and Tibetan mixture cultural Crossing Laryka La Pass over 5215 meters Stunning views of Landscapes and Himalaya
Inclusion: Transfer Services, Local SetoHimal Excursion Tour & Trekking Guide, Local Porters and Trekking Permit , Trekking crew insurance, food & Salary, Accommodation in 3 Star Hotel in Kathmandu &Pokhara, Accommodation in Tea House/ Guesthouse or camping during the Trek. Exclusion: International Air Fair, Travel Insurance, Visa Charges Extra Baggage Charge, Personal Goods, Immediate evacuation in emergency
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Itinerary-Day by Day Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu Day 2: Kathmandu Sightseeing Day 3: Kathmandu To Arughat (570m) Day 4: Arughat To SotiKhola (730m) Day 5: SotiKhola to MachhaKhola (930m) Day 6: MachhaKhola To Jagat (1350m) Day 7: Jagat To Deng (1860m) Day 8: Deng – Namrung (2540m) Day 9: Namrung To Lho (3525m) Day 10: Lho To Samagaon (3390m) Day 11: Explore in Samagaon Day 12: Trek from Samagaon To Samdu (3850m) Day 13: Samdu To Dharmasala(4390m) Day 14: Larkya La To Bhimphedi (4460m / 4hrs) Day 15: Bhimphedi To Tijle (2300m) Day 16: Tijle To Taal (1680m ) Day 17: Trek from Taal to Bahundanda (1060m) Day 18: Bahundanda To BesiSahar(840m) Day 19: Besisahar To Kathmandu Day 20: Free/ Last Day Day 21: Departure for your Next Destination
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Mountain Biking Nepal is simply a brilliant place to mountain bike – with the whole country track with walking trails, many of which are awesome for biking! Combine this with cycling through beautiful terraced fields and lush forests and getting to experience the village culture of Nepal’s diverse and fascinating ethnic groups. And all this is set against the backdrop of the magnificent Himalayas. What’s not to like about biking in Nepal. Join us for a bike ride and we will guarantee you the highlights of your entire stay in Nepal.
Annapurna Circuit Mountain Biking 18 Days Kathmandu Valley Rim Biking 15 days Kathmandu Valley Biking 8 Days Kathmandu Daman Mountain Biking 4 days
Annapurna Circuit Biking Annapurna Circuit with its outstanding scenery is considered one of the best cycling routes in the world. Due to the geography the Circuit one can experience the climate and cultural diversity available in Nepal; from lush sub-tropical lowlands of the Indian sub-continent to the cold high altitude deserts of the Tibetan plateau. This mountain biking trip usually takes about 18 days to complete the Annapruan circuit Biking. This outstanding trip starts after a day of sightseeing in Kathmandu. Frist day of the trip we arrive at Besi Sahar via road transportation, from where we start biking anticclockwise around the mighty Annapurna. The trail climbs gently, and we travel along the Marsyangdi Valley. After the crossing of the Thorong-La, we descend down to Muktinath. We descend down the valley reaching Kali Gandaki River, with its stunning views of Macchapuchre. Lastly, we return back to Kathmandu after collecting wonderful moments of the trips. Inclusion: Trip Highlights: Sightseeing around Kathmandu &Pokhara Crossing the Thorung- La Pass 5416 meters Explroing the Muktinath and famous trekking trails Bath in natural hot springs at Tatopani Impressive view of Mountain Range
Mountain Biking, Biking Guide, Porters, Monument Entrace Fees, ground or air transfers, Accommodation in 3 Star Hotel in Kathmandu &Pokhara, Accommodation in Tea House/ Guesthouse or camping during the biking. Exclusion: International Air Fair, Travel Insurance, Visa Charges Extra Baggage Charge, Personal Goods, Immediate evacuation in emergency.
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Itinerary-Day by Day Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu Day 02: Tour around Kathmandu Valley Day 03: Drive from Kathmandu to BesiSahar Day 04: Ride from BesiSahar to Jagat Day 05: Ride from Jagat to Tal Day 06: Ride from Tal to Chame Day 07: Ride from Chame to Pisang Day 08: Ride from Pisang to Manang (19km, 3,540m) Day 09: Rest day and acclimatization in Manang Day 10: Ride from Manang to ThorongPhedi Day 11: Ride from ThorongPhedi to MuktiNath via Thorung-La pass Day 12: Ride From Muktinath to Marpha Day 13: Ride from Marpha (2650m) to Tatopani (1190m) Day 14: Ride from Tatopani to Pokhara Day 15: Pokhara Sightseeing Day 16: Drive to Kathmandu Day 17: Kathmandu Sightseeing/Final day Day 18: Departure for your next Destination
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Tour
Nepal being the paradise for the highest mountains on earth, the country has an extremely rich cultural and natural heritage displayed all around like an open museum. We have designed our Nepal cultural holiday’s package incorporating all the cultural highlights along with Natural beauties that Nepal does unlashes. Holy pilgrimage sites, historical monuments and UNESCO world heritage sites reflect richness of Nepal culture variations in Nepal cultural tour.
Experience Nepal Tour 13 Days Buddhist Cultural Tour 8 Days Everest Trek with Nepal Heritage Tour 23 Days Exotic Nepal 8 Days Foot Step of the Buddha Tour 13 Days Kathmandu Valley Tour 4 Days
Experience Nepal Tour with Poon Hill Trek Experience Nepal Tour is an exciting mixes of adventure to feel and explore the rich diversity Landscapes and cultural heritage that will provide peace of mind and body. This 13 day adventure trips starts by visiting UNESCO world heritage sites in Kathmandu that include Kathmandu Durbar Square, Swoyambhunath Temple, Boudhantah Stupa and Pashupatinath Temple. Under this trip, we also trek in beautiful Annapurna Conservation Area, one of the world famous trekking trails called Poon Hill Trek, visit the popular touristic city Pokhara and the tour will end with amazing nature walks and jungle safari in the tropical jungles of Chitwan National Park. Experience Nepal Tour offers all those options for what visitor comes to experience in Nepal. Trip Highlights:
Nepal Adventure Tour 15 Days
Sightseeing in Kathmandu &Pokhara City
Nepal Cultural Tour 11 Days
Wild Life Activities in Chitwan National Park
Nepal Heritage Tour 10 Days Nepal Splendor Tour 10 Days Pokhara Valley Tour 6 Days
Trekking in Poon Hill Impressive sunrise view from Poon Hill
Inclusion: Transfer Services, Local SetoHimal Excursion Tour & Trekking Guide, Local Porters and Trekking Permit , Trekking crew insurance, food & Salary, Accommodation in 3 Star Hotel in Kathmandu &Pokhara, Accommodation in Tea House/ Guesthouse or camping during the Trek, Full Board basis in Chitwan. Exclusion: International Air Fair, Travel Insurance, Visa Charges Extra Baggage Charge, Personal Goods, Immediate evacuation in emergency
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Itinerary-Day by Day Day 1: Arrival at Kathmandu (1,300 m) Day 2: Kathmandu Sightseeing Day 3: Drive/Fly to Pokhara Day 4: Pokhara to Tikhedhunga (1570m) Day 5: Tikhedhunga to Ghorepani (2785m) Day 6: Ghorepani to Poon Hill to Tadapani (2660m) Day 7: Tadapani to Ghandruk (1990m) Day 8: Ghandruk to Pokhara (823m) 4hrs trek, 1hr drive Day 9: Sightseeing in Pokhara Day 10: Drive from Pokhara to Chitwan (815 m) Day 11: Sightseeing in Chitwan National Park Day 12: Drive from Chitwan to Kathmandu (5-6 hours) Day 13: Final Departure
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Buddhist Cultural Tour
Exotic Nepal with Wild Life Safari
From the beginning of history, Hinduism and Buddhism took a big place in Nepal and can find a chance to trace back to the life of the founder of Buddhism in Lumbini, which is believed to be a birthplace of Buddha. The remains of the stupa, monasteries as well as the important archaeological sites make Limbini this sacred pilgrimage site among Buddhists from around the world. Visiting here, you will absorb a relaxing atmosphere of tranquility of around the world. Destinations and the life of the Buddha, His birthplace, place of His enlightenment and His teachings. The great Ashoka pillar, sacred pond, Temple of lords, Maya Devi temple and the remains of an old monastery in Lumbini can fascinate you completely. This tour is completely designed to highlight the major Buddhist heritage sites of Nepal as well as Buddhism.
Exotic Nepal is the specially designed itinerary to provide the complete reflection of Nature in Nepal. This trip include to some of the most significant places in Nepal, offers you great fun and pleasure. The trip begins in Kathmandu, with visits to the major tourist attractions around Kathmandu Valley. After you visit the major places of Kathmandu, you head off to Chitwan. In the Royal Chitwan National Park, you get too involved in interesting jungle activities like elephant safari and jeep safari for sightseeing exotic wildlife and diverse ecosystem, canoeing and a walk in the wilderness. After a tour of Chitwan, you will be traveling to the exotic and the most beautiful city, Pokhara. Phewa Lake, Mahendra Gupha, the gorge of Seti River and Davis Fall are the major sightseeing places in Pokhara. You experience nature at its best, amidst the enchanting natural beauty and snow-capped peaks of Pokhara.
Trip Highlights: Sightseeing and Cultural Tour in Kathmandu Centuries Old Monasteries Visit Exploring Pokhara City Exploring Buddhism in Lumbin
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Inclusion: Transfer Services, Local SetoHimal Excursion Tour Guide, Entrance Fees for Monuments , food & Salary, Accommodation in 3 Star Hotel in Kathmandu &Pokhara, Accommodation in Tourist Standard Hotel in Lumbini. Exclusion: International Air Fair, Travel Insurance, Visa Charges Extra Baggage Charge, Personal Goods, Immediate evacuation in emergency
Itinerary-Day by Day Day 1: Upon Arrival at Kathmandu International Airport Day 2: Visit Boudhanath, Some Monasteries at Boudha & Kapan Monastery Day 3: Visit Swoyambhunath& Drive to Pokhara Day 4: Pokhara: World Peace Pagoda, MalepatanGumba, Hyangja Tibetan Refugee Camp Day 5: Drive to Lumbini Day 6: Excursion around Lumbini Day 7: Drive back to Kathmandu Day 8: Fly Home
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Trip Highlights: Sightseeing around Kathmandu city Exploring the typical Newari Culture Stunning views of Himalaya from Dhuilkhel&Nagarkot Wild Life Safari and various Activities in Chitwan National Park
Itinerary-Day by Day Day 1 : Arrive Kathmandu & Transfer to Nagarkot Day 2 : Nagarkot&Dhulikhel Day 3 : Jungle activities in Chitwan National Park Day 4 : Jungle activities in Chitwan National Park Day 5 : Sightseeing in Pokhara Day 6 : Transfer to Kathmandu Day 7 : Sightseeing in Kathmandu Day 8 : Depart Kathmandu
Inclusion: Transfer Services, Local SetoHimal Excursion Tour Guide, Entrance Fees for Monuments , food & Salary, Accommodation in 3 Star Hotel in Kathmandu, Nagarkot&Dhulikhel,
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Full Board basis in Chitwan. Exclusion: International Air Fair, Travel Insurance, Visa Charges Extra Baggage Charge, Personal Goods, Immediate evacuation in emergency
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Nepal Heritage Tour
Nepal Splendor Tour
We invite you to join our 10-day Nepal Heritage Tour which includes mountain flight over the Himalayan Range including Mt. Everest. The tour covers all of Nepal’s Heritage Sites recognized by the UNESCO as the World Heritage Site. We start the tour with an hour’s superb mountain flight over the whole Himalayan Range including the Mt. Everest. The same day, we make a tour of four of Kathmandu’s Heritage Sites -Kathmanu Durbar Square, Pashupatinath, Swayambhu, Boudhanath. According to this itinerary we discover the most beautiful Lake city Pokhara, Lumbini “the place of Lord Buddha” and Chitwan National Park.
Make an unforgettable tour of some of Nepal’s most important natural and cultural sites with our 10 Days Nepal Splendor Tour Package. The tour starts from Kathmandu: the cultural, historical and political center of Nepal. The valley holds a considerably high number of places recognized by UNESCO as World Heritage Sites, and contains three medieval cities famous for their arts and architectures – Kathmandu, Patan and Bhaktapur. There are also some interesting cultural centers on the outskirt of the valley: Dhulikhel and Panauti. Driving further deep into the mountains, we spend a day at Bandipur and continue our travel to the picturesque Lake City of Pokhara. The trip encompasses some of the most spectaculars natural and cultural destinations of Nepal and you will enjoy the company of dozens of waterfalls and mountains, flora & fauna, and rural villages sprawled over the mountains representing a variety of ethnic groups and cultures.
Trip Highlights: Sightseeing in Kathmandu &Pokhara Visiting to the typical cultural capital city, Bhaktapaur&Patan Exploring the UNESCO World Heritage Sites Jungle Activities in Chitwan National Park Sightseeing in Lumbini
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Inclusion: Transfer Services, Local SetoHimal Excursion Tour Guide, Entrance Fees for Monuments , food & Salary, Accommodation in 3 Star Hotel in Kathmandu &Pokhara, Accommodation in Lumbini, Full Board basis in Chitwan. Exclusion: International Air Fair, Travel Insurance, Visa Charges Extra Baggage Charge, Personal Goods, Immediate evacuation in emergency
Itinerary-Day by Day Day 1: Arrive in Kathmandu Day 2: Sightseeing of Kathmandu Durbar Square, Pashupatinath, Swayambhu, Boudhanath Day 3: Sightseeing Tour of Patan&Bhaktapur Day 4: Drive to Chitwan Day 5: Full Day at Chitwan National Park including Jungle Safari Day 6: Drive to Lumbini Day 7: Drive to Pokhara& Sightseeing Day 8: Full Day Pokhara Sightseeing Day 9: Drive to Kathmandu Day 10: Depart Call 00977 9851032443 or visit www.setohimal.com
Trip Highlights: Sightseeing in Kathmandu &Pokhara Visiting to the typical cultural capital city, Bhaktapaur&Patan Exploring the UNESCO World Heritage Sites Visiting Daman &Bandipur
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Inclusion: Transfer Services, Local SetoHimal Excursion Tour Guide, Entrance Fees for Monuments , food & Salary, Accommodation in 3 Star Hotel in Kathmandu &Pokhara, Accommodation in tourist standard hotel inDhulikhel, Panuati&Bandipur Exclusion: International Air Fair, Travel Insurance, Visa Charges Extra Baggage Charge, Personal Goods, Immediate evacuation in emergency
Itinerary-Day by Day Day 1: Arrive in Kathmandu Day 2: Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing Day 3: Sightseeing Tour: Patan, Bhaktapur&Nagarkot Day 4: Dhulikhel&Panauti Day 5: Drive to Daman Day 6: Drive to Bandipur Day 7: Drive to Pokhara&Pokhara Sightseeing Day 8: Explore Pokhara Day 9: Drive to Kathmandu Day 10: Final Departure
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Peak Climbing
The Himalayas have always been the focus of outstanding achievements in the world of mountain climbing with their identified 1310 peaks above 6000 meters. One quarter of them are officially opened for mountaineering activities, which offer the great opportunity of adventure peak climbing in Nepal. By Himalayan standards, there are smaller mountains known as “trekking peaks” (ranging from 5587 to 6654 meters), which any fit and keen trekkers can climb. These Trekking Peak climbing trips offer a chance to climb a Himalayan summit and a taste of being in the white wilderness, without burning a big home in your pocket. We only offer Peak climbing in popular trekking destination with relatively easy access to the mountains. Most of these trips can be completed within a short period of time. Here is some of the list of Peak Climbing offering from our agency.
Volunteer Program for International Student
Chulu East Peak Climbing (6584 Meters) – 24 days Chulu West Peak Climbing (6419 Meters) - 22 days Dhampus Peak Climbing (6012 Meters) – 19 days Island Peak Cilmbing (6189 Meters) – 16 days Lobuche Peak Climbing (6119 Meters) – 19 days Mardi Himal Peak Climbing (5588 Meters) – 16 days Meera Peak Climbing (6650 Meters) – 19 days Pisang Peak Climbing (6090 Meters) – 23 days
Volunteers Program is designed to coordinate several efforts of all the experts’ individuals with specialized expertise under one platform and thereon work towards achieving the common goal and mission. This program may offer you a sense of serving the community to change their life styles and also you can taste the diverse culture and the beauty of Nepal. On the base of your subject interest and qualifications, you are free to choose the area of volunteering either as teacher, a health official, or as a community development leader. The volunteers will work for 6 hours a day. In your free time, you may visit village, temples, working with farmers, hiking or sharing experience with locals. Seto Himal Excursion is eager to offer volunteers with unique opportunities to work in Nepal to change the society. By placing the volunteers in remote and non- touristic areas, we want you to experience the real experience of Nepalese and the beauty of Nepal. Volunteers Program provides volunteers with an opportunity to share about the people and development in their country with the rural and socially and economically marginalized people in Nepal. Even under the critical development infrastructure and poor economic, educational and health condition volunteers can work with the smiling Nepali people and learn real happiness of life. We
have social organizations and networks working with women, children, persons with disabilities, indigenous peoples, gender/sexual and religious minorities and victims of conflict. Therefore, we can design various volunteers’ tour packages according to their preferred subject and geographical area. To know more about Volunteer Program, please drop us your queries.
Wild Life Safari
For those who wish to experience the natural environment at its best there is no other better places than Nepal to visit. The outdoor adventure sports into the wilderness to see wild animals, birds and natural beauty. You ride on an elephant’s back or on a four wheeler jeep accompanied by a fully trained guide (Naturalists) to view the nature and animals. From a tourist point of view, Chitwan, Koshi Tappu and Bardia are the most popular National Parks for wildlife safari in Nepal. Most jungle safari consists of canoe rides on the jungle’s rivers, nature walks, birds watching excursions and quick Tours around the villages to discover unique culture and traditions of the local village people. Wildlife Safari Packages organizes from us is listed below;
Chitwan Wild Life Safari 3 Nights – 4 Days Bardiya Wildlife Safari 3 Nights – 4 Days Koshi Tappu Wildlife Safari 2 Nights – 3 Days
Yala Peak Climbing (5730 Meters) – 15 days Call 00977 9851032443 or visit www.setohimal.com
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White Water Expedition Nepal is also known as the world’s best whitewater destination. Come and explore Nepal’s paddling paradise with us! We offer family friendly day trips, adrenaline-fuelled action, and breath-taking adventures. Team up with people from all over the world in our 8 man rafts, or go solo in a kayak. We provide everything you need, including the best helmets & life jackets. A separate raft carries all our equipment, food and luggage. We’ll suggest some items to pack, and provide waterproof bags and camera storage boxes to keep everything dry. As a pioneers of commercial river rafting in Nepal, Seto Himal Excursion run successful descents on most of the major rivers in Nepal. Trishuli River Rafting/ Kayaking 1 Night – 2 Days Tamakoshi River Rafting/Kayaking 1 Night – 2 Days Marshyangdi River Rafting/ Kayaking 2 Night – 3 Days Kali Gandaki River Rafting/ Kayaking 2 Night – 3 Days Bhote Koshi River Rafting/ Kayaking 1 Night – 2 Days Seti River Rafting 1 Night – 2 Days Sunkoshi White Water Expedition 8 Night – 9 Days
Yoga & Meditation
Yoga and Meditation has an inter relationship. Yoga denotes simple physical exercise to a larger spiritual value of life. Likewise Meditation is a concentration connecting human value to super consciousness. In fact we learn a real art of living performing yoga and meditation. For practicing yoga and meditation we
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need proper place otherwise we cannot achieve what we desire. Himalayan region is a most appropriate place for Yoga and meditation. Lots of great saints and people got self realization in this holy place. Actually this region is isolated place from the world. We proudly announce you that Seto Himal Excursion has been arranging different meditational and yoga programs as our guest interest. We have a good connection with numerous spiritual institutions. So please let us know your interest and time period. Accordingly we arrange you programs.
Bungee Jumping
Bungee Jump is classified as extreme sport. It involves jumping from a tall structure while connected to a large elastic cord. The jumps are usually made from tall structures usually fixed objects, such as building, bridges and from any kind of height. Bungee jump allows the person to feel the thrill of free-falling which makes it exciting and heart pounding. Bungee Nepal must be the most thrilling jump in the planet. Bungee Jump in Nepal is considered as one of the tallest bungee in whole world, at the height of 160m. It is also the longest free fall that the person can experience in a one single bungee jump. The natural beauty around the bungee site makes the jump even more exciting and one of the best experiences that you could ever have. Bungee usually has 2 option first is the regular ‘head first’ bungee which is done on rubber rope and provides about 2 to 2.5 seconds of free-fall. The second is called swing, which is ‘legs first’ and secures about six seconds of free-fall at a speed about 150km/h, and you end up swinging like a pendulum.
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Canyoning
Nepal is one of the best options for Cannoning. The country itself being a mountainous country provides the best sites for professional cannoning trips in the world. The highest Cannoning site in the world lies in NaarPhu (Annapurna Region) which is approximately 5200 m. Annapurna area is also one of the best tourist destinations in the Himalaya for trekking and climbing. There are various locations all over Nepal that offers Cannoning they are; Marshyangdi, Sunkoshi, Bhotekoshi and Kakani. All these areas have their own different features which make Cannoning more distinct and exciting. As many true adventure seekers have discovered, the most exciting spot for swimming begins at the very edge of a 45m waterfall. After the first descent, abseil another 25m down a steep canyon, past wild rock formations, through powerful blasts of water. At the end of the excursion, make your last jump and submerge into a pool. Once on the ground, rest on a beach within the canyon walls and swim out between narrow boulders. This will be a once in a lifetime experience which will change your lives forever.
Mountain Flight
This is a fantastic opportunity to glance at the Himalayas of Nepal, up-close in a single 1 hour flight starting from Domestic depart of Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu. It presents the passengers with an incredible sight of pristine mountain peaks up close. Mount Everest the world’s tallest mountain is a prime attraction of this flight. Apart from this, it also lets you experience the natural beauty of our country and eyeful view of the entire Himalayan range. The flight also includes flying close to Mt. Langtang and Jungal Himal while returning back to Kathmandu. The flight ends with a beautiful sight with of the entire Kathmandu Valley. The Call 00977 9851032443 or visit www.setohimal.com
unsurpassed beauty of the Annapurna, Langtang and Everest range is guaranteed to overwhelm you throughout the tour. It will be the once in a lifetime experience which will change your lives forever. Once you get addicted to it you will want to come back over and over again. The best time for the flight is from September to May.
Paragliding
The most famous spot for Paragliding in Nepal is in Annapurna region, more specifically Sarangkot (1592 m), Pokhara. Float over monasteries, lakes, Raging Himalayan Rivers, exotic jungles and villages. Pokhara is also termed as a Paragliding paradise of Nepal. The thrill of jumping off the cliff and then suddenly moving with the flow of wind can be best experienced in Sarangkot, Pokhara. It is also one of the famous jump sites in the world. Each year people from all over the world come to Pokhara to make this thrilling and exciting jump from Sarangkot. The beautiful view of the Himalayas makes the jump even more heartwarming and exciting. This will be the experience of your lifetime, which you will never forget. There are other sites too; Bandipur, Sirkot (one if the nicest cross country flight), Korchon and Galem.
Zip Flying
Pokhara is an adventure paradise, offering activities such as Paragliding, trekking, mountain biking, cannoning, rafting, kayaking, jungle tours and much more. Recently another form of adventure has been introduced in the region, the World’s most incredible Zip line, Zip- Flyer. The moment of madness, the feeling of utmost excitement, the sense of being free! Flying through the clear, beautiful and picturesque surroundings with the Annapurna range ahead and the dense green forest canopy below it is set to be the best adventure experience in Nepal. 25
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Roof of the world Tibet
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