Nepal driving tour with Bardia National park
Kathmandu - Daman - Lumbini - Bardiya - Tansen - Pokhara
Royal Bengal Tiger in bardiya National Park.
Himalayan range seen across Pokhara valley.
Himalayas from Daman
Tiger tracking in Bardiya National park
Bardia national park is the least visited but most thrilling safari park in Nepal for its high chances of Tiger sighting. The Nepal driving tour provides you an opportunity to visit Bardiya national park, exploring scenic countryside and hill stations.Nepal Tour to see the Tiger and the Himalaya
This is the best tour to see two wonders of Asia, the Himalayas and the elusive Royal Bengal Tiger. Bardiya has 125 tigers. Tiger sightings are the highest in Bardiya National Park compared to other South Asian national parks. The driving tour starts from Kathmandu and passes through pristine hill stations offering brilliant Himalayan views. There are several sunrise/sunset trips and nature walks to see the Himalayas.
Nepal Driving Tour Highlights
- Scenic overland tour of Nepal with comfortable driving each day.
- Diving tour with friendly and knowledgeable tour guide and driver.
- Stay in handpicked boutique resorts at surreal places.
- Make plenty of stops along the way for side trips, Himalayan views, wildlife activities and cultural experiences.
- Drive pristine hill station towns like Daman, Tansen, Dhampus, Nuwakot.
- Explore the less visited Bardiya national park renowned for Royal Bengal Tiger.
- Visit Lumbini, the birthplace of Buddha.
Nepal Driving Tour Review
Everest, Bardiya National Park and Pokhara - Booked a 14 trip in Nepal through Nepal Tours. Rabindra was easy to deal with and very prompt in replying to emails.
The tour itself was excellent and went very smoothly, even when we added a heli tour at Everest to our itinerary. Our guides and drivers were very capable and went out of their way to ensure we were happy with their service (which we were}.
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The tour itself was excellent and went very smoothly, even when we added a heli tour at Everest to our itinerary. Our guides and drivers were very capable and went out of their way to ensure we were happy with their service (which we were}.
Would have no hesitation in recommending Rabindra and his company to anyone contemplating a trip to Nepal. More Reviews
Mr Edward - Australia
Includes
- Private transportation throughout the trip.
- Guided sightseeing with all entrance fees included.
- Standard Hotel (Ac deluxe room) with breakfast and taxes included.
- 3 day Bardiya jungle safari package with all meals, safari activities and park fees.
Nepal Driving Tour Itinerary
DAY 01: ARRIVE KATHMANDU, NEPAL
Our representative will meet you on arrival with a warm welcome and give you a familiarization walk around Thamel and the old town in the evening.DAY 02: KATHMANDU SIGHTSEEING
The ancient city of Kathmandu, at the crossroads of the trans-Himalayan trade route, offers activities from cultural sightseeing of UNESCO heritage sites to a nature walk in its pristine surrounding hills overlooking the Himalayas. Check for things to do in Kathmandu.DAY 03: DRIVE TO DAMAN
Daman at 2,320 m is the highest hill station in central Nepal. The place offers the widest view of the Himalayas from Daulagiri in the west to Mt Everest in the east. Daman is along the old highway linking Kathmandu with Terai. Even though the road is narrow and winding, the traffic is less, and the drive is scenic.DAY 04: DRIVE TO LUMBINI the birth place of Buddha
Drive down to the east-west highway and then to Lumbini, which takes about 7 hours. Lumbini is now developed in an area of 3 sq miles under the master plan, which includes the World Peace pagoda, Crane Sanctuary, monastic zone with monasteries from around the world, and the Sacred Garden, which preserves the 'Marker Stone', ruins of ancient Mayadevi temple, stupas, and the Ashokan pillar.DAY 05: DRIVE TO BARDIA NATIONAL PARK
From Lumbini, we will drive west on the east-west highway to Bardia National Park. It is about 230 km and takes about 6 hrs. This is the longest highway in Nepal (1,024 km), spanning the length of Nepal along the Terai plains.
DAY 6-7: BARDIYA NATIONAL PARK
Bardiya is more pristine than Chitwan National Park. It is said that probability of " Tiger Sighting " is higher in Bardiya than in Chitwan. Bardia gives the feel of Chitwan from about 3 decades back. We will explore the jungle on foot and by jeep, tracking the Royal Bengal Tiger. The fresh footprints, alarm calls of prey, and the recent dwelling of the Tiger lead the veteran local guides to its hideouts.
DAY 08: DRIVE TO TANSEN, PALPA - (230 km / 7 hrs)
After another beautiful morning in Bardiya National Park, we will drive back to Butwal on the east-west highway. From Butwal, the winding road of Siddhartha highway climbs up to the Srinagar hill of Tansen. Srinagar Hill of Tansen is the most scenic hill station in western Nepal. Often, canopies of snow peaks are seen floating above the foggy valleys.
DAY 09: DRIVE TO POKHARA and to DHAMPUS (1,900 m / 4 hours)
Sunrise view over the Himalayas is an option. Later, the Old Tansen which was a trading hub along the trans-Himalayan trade route. One can still see a reminiscence of the medieval Newari town. The town is popular for ‘Dhaka’, Nepalese garments, and brass and copper casting. Drive 4 hrs to Pokhara and enjoy a relaxed time.
DAY 10: FREE DAY IN POKHARA
Pokhara has several resorts in its surrounding hills which offers tranual stay and an up-close view of the Himalayas. Sarangkot and Dhampus are two popular places to stay if you want to be in a serene place. If it is your second time in Pokhara, we can drive to Sarangkot or Dhampus and go on an easy hike and village tour. Check out hiking around Pokhara and things to do around Pokhara to choose the best activities that suit you.
DAY 11: DRIVE BACK TO KATHMANDU
After spending a relaxed time in the serenity of Pokhara valley, drive back to Kathmandu. You can stop along the way to visit the Manakamana temple in a cable car. The ridgetop temple of the 'wish-granting goddess' is the most popular temple where people sacrifice animals as per their vow. The ridgetop also offers a magnificent view of Mt Manaslu. If you have an extra day, you can also take a detour via Nuwakot and visit the Nuwakot Durbar (palace), staying in one of the less touristy boutique farm, The Famous Farm.
DAY 12: DRIVE TO THE AIRPORT FOR FINAL DEPARTURE
Customize Overland Tour of Bardiya
The Nepal overland tour to Bardia could be customized from minimum 4-day and longer with activities, transportation (flight) and destinations of your choice. The tour could also start from Pokhara or with pick up from Sunauli border between Nepal and India.
When is the best time for the Nepal Tour?
Unlike trekking, the Nepal tour season spans from September to May, i.e., from Autumn till Spring. Since the tour visits the tropical and subtropical foothills of the Himalayas, the temperature remains moderate with bright and sunny days and clear skies throughout these months. While Autumn and Spring see more tourists, the winter months are relatively quieter. September has some cloudy days with rain in the late afternoon or night as the monsoon rain subsides. Winter mornings and nights are a bit chilly in the hill stations. The month of April and May is best for Tiger sighting in the Baridya tour.
What is transportation like?
We have good, reliable, spacious, and comfortable cars with professional and experienced drivers who know the road well.
How is the road condition?
Since the tour drives on the main highway, road conditions in the Nepal tour are good. Roads are two-lane and snake along the mountain valleys. So driving is slow with breaks to enjoy the landscape. In Terai (lowland Lumbini and Brdriya), the road is straighter and wider.
How is the accommodation and food?
Accommodation and food in this Nepal tour are excellent, with a mixture of boutique resorts and standard hotels that cater to organic food with a Western flavor. Accommodation will have spacious rooms with modern amenities like AC and a private bathroom with a hot shower. They mostly serve organic foods fresh from the farm in continental, Nepali, and Indian options.
How difficult is the tour?
The Nepal overland tour with Bardiya National Park is an easy tour with gentle nature walks and cultural sightseeing. Instead of trekking, the tour includes driving to some serene mountain locations to stay in nature and an authentic village. Maximum elevation is about 1,900 m only, and the availability of a proper standard hotel/resort with an ensuite bathroom, hot shower, Air conditioning, and soft bed in the natural setting makes the Nepal tour rejuvenating.
Nepal tour with us:
- Support local company.
- Expertise over 20 years.
- Cost effective Treks.
- Cultural immersion experience.
- High quality services.
- Eco friendly & sustainable practices.
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