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Nepal tour and trek for winter months of December, January and February

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Most of the guidebooks mention Autumn and Spring as the tourist season for Nepal. It is actually true for hardcore trekking and mountaineering. But for those coming only for cultural tours, short treks, walking, and wildlife safari tours, the weather is perfect throughout the winter months of December, January and February. Actually, it is mostly clear from morning till sunset during these months, offering some of the best sunrise and sunset views over the Himalayas. Days are mostly sunny and warm. The temperature is moderate for hiking, sightseeing, and wildlife safari tours. The temperature of higher viewpoints of the short treks may get down to 0 or below freezing points. But it is manageable with warm clothing and heating available in the teahouses/lodges. It doesn't snow in the lower valleys like Kathmandu and Pokhara. The other popular destinations, like Chitwan and Lumbini, are more in the tropical region, making winter a perfect time to visit. Lumbini, the birthplace of Bud...

Nepal, an active holiday destination for all

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The layers of mountains ascending to some of the highest peaks in the world make Nepal the best destination to connect with nature and adventure. This is the best place for an active holiday for all age groups and people with different fitness levels. While there are hardcore technical climbing and expeditions to many virgin peaks, the gentle hiking from the luxury resorts at the pristine hill stations makes comfortable active Nepal holidays for seniors . The 800 km stretch of the Himalayas in Nepal has eight out of the ten highest peaks in the world. The glacial river gushing down the valleys cut deep gorges. The daunting peaks, steep valleys, and harsh weather kept the mightiest enemies away for centuries, making it a country without an independent day. The hidden valleys sheltered several cultures and practices of the region, while its counterpart went through several upheavals. This small country is a natural paradise with religious and ethnic tolerance among the 125 ethnic group...

Top 5 Nepal holiday packages

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You may have just heard about the daunting peaks of the Himalayas with rough terrain and trekking in Nepal. It is not a surprise that Nepal is also popular as a holiday destination. With easy access to several Himalayan Shangri-Las and the availability of luxury resorts and hotels, Nepal is the top holiday destination in nature. Nepal holiday is a combination of soft adventures, cultural immersion tours, and wildlife and nature safari activities. Extension of domestic flights and helicopter services has made it possible for tourists to enjoy the surreal Himalayan valleys without compromising on the luxury. Annapurna I (8,091 m), the 10th-highest peak in the Himalayas. Kathmandu Pokhara Nagarkot Tour – 6 days  Pokhara valley with Phewa Lake and Himalayan background The 6-day Kathmandu Pokhara Nagarkot tour is the most popular holiday for those with limited time. The two cities represent the country's rich cultural and natural heritage. During the medieval and anc...