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Royal Mountain Travel

Tour operator for nepal, tibet, and bhutan.

Royal Mountain Travel, a Nepal based sustainable tour operator established in 2005, is a community of travel experts dedicated to preserving local culture and environment to deliver authentic and meaningful vacation to travellers travelling in Nepal, Tibet, and Bhutan. We work with travel agents and companies to help them build customized trips for their clientele.

Featured Packages

Fixed departure packages, from valleys to mountains.

Departure Dates 16 Jun 2019 | 14 Jul 2019 | 18 Aug 2019 ....

Duration 13 nights Days

Holiday Destination Nepal

Place Covered Kathmandu, Panauti, Pokhara, Annapurna, Chitwan

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Tibet Overland Tour

Departure Dates 13 Jun 2019 | 4 Jul 2019 | 18 Jul 2019 ....

Duration 11 Days Days

Holiday Destination Tibet

Place Covered Lhasa, Shigatse, Gyantse, Sakya, Rombuk

Community Homestay

What is Community Homestay?

Community Homestay  Community Homestay Network (CHN) is a Social Enterprise that connects tourists looking to experience diverse cultures to homestays run by women. From eating home cooked Nepali food to participating in festivals and the daily culturally rich lives of Nepali people, CHN provides a platform for tourists to experience Nepal through the lens of the Nepali people. Initially started as CSR of Royal Mountain Travel with one house at Panauti Community Homestay in 2012, today CHN works in coordination with 17 Communities and 170 Homestays all over Nepal. In addition to Homestay CHN also coordinates with local communities to build community based tourism products such as hiking, cooking classes, cultural dance performances, etc. 

At Community Homestays in our network, women are at the forefront of managing the homestays. In doing so, women are empowered, confident and proud contributors to the household and local economy.  There is a greater economic impact to the community as a whole as a lot of things are purchased from the community for meals, comfort, stay of the guests. 

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After many months of planning and long hours spent developing our new website with our website designer, we would like to welcome you to our new and vibrant website. This website is designed to make searching for information much simpler along with giving us a fresh look for the years ahead. Over the coming weeks we will be transferring information from our old site to this site so if you see something missing please don't panic. Also in the coming month we will be adding in lots of information and new products. With all that said we hope you enjoy using our new website.

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About Royal Mountain Travel

Founded by a group of trekkers in their home city of Kathmandu back in 2005, Royal Mountain have grown to become one of the most reputable and professional travel companies in Nepal, trusted to operate services for giants of the travel industry such as G Adventures and Cox & Kings . Their local knowledge and vast network of contacts are unmatched, so if you travel with Royal Mountain you’ll be in the very safest of hands.

As our primary partners, many of the links on this site will take you to Royal Mountain tours and services.

What makes Royal Mountain really stand out is their values and approach to tourism, which is about far more than just profit. Since the very beginning, they committed to doing things differently and showing how the travel industry in Nepal could succeed in a more ethical and sustainable way.

Historically, tourism in Nepal has served to line the pockets of the privileged few, with little regard for the environment or the rest of Nepali society. Things needed to change.

Tourism is Nepal’s biggest industry, so a fairer tourism industry can create a fairer society.

But what does that mean, in practice?

• Banning single-use plastics from their offices, and working towards removing them from their supply chain entirely.
• Introducing solar power and water-saving equipment in their properties.
• Renewing their fleet of vehicles to include newer, more efficient models (including the introduction of electric cars).
• Removing elements of their tours which damage the environment or Nepal’s wildlife , such as the cruel practice of elephant riding.
• Ensuing that their guides and porters are paid fairly , and not exploited and overworked.
• Addressing gender inequality in Nepal by providing opportunities for women. Around 70% of Royal Mountain’s employees are now female.
• Creating a range of community-focused tours, as well as the award-winning Community Homestay Network which provides both authentic travel experiences and brings huge benefits to rural Nepal.
• Working with local organisations to create a better future for disadvantaged sections of Nepali society.

You can read Royal Mountain’s full sustainability policy here .

Don’t just take our word for it, Royal Mountain Travel are internationally recognised for their approach to tourism in Nepal;

Booking with a local company can be scary, we know, but there are great benefits too. We encourage you to consider Royal Mountain Travel as your go-to travel company in Nepal , and we’re sure you won’t regret it.

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Nepal Popular Tour

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The ‘Kathmandu & Pokhara Tour’ is the best tour package to immerse oneself in close vicinity to nature. Which etches lifelong memories. This magnificent Himalayan country is rich in biodiversity and several landscapes including striking valleys and sparkling rivers in Kathmandu. Pokhara highlights splendid lakes, majestic mountains, enchanting hills, and numerous varieties of flora and fauna richness. Nepal is naturally splendid and a top destination for tourists around the world for nature holidays. This marvelous trip in the Himalayan nation begins with a sightseeing spree to some renowned UNESCO world heritage sites. Explore and relish the marvelous sights of the Durbar Squares in Kathmandu, Patan, and Bhaktapur. Drive to the hill station at Nagarkot for marvelous sunset and sunrise views along with magnificent views of the Himalayan peaks.

This Kathmandu & Pokhara Tour” takes you to the hilltop temple at Manakamana with a scintillating cable car ride. The ride offers breathtaking views of verdant forests, secluded hills, and small farming villages. The journey continues towards the awesome Lake city of Pokhara, which is prominently famous for a soothing boat ride at the Phewa Lake. Catch a glimpse of the majestic Machhapuchhre Mountain’s reflection while boating on the lake.

The major highlights at Pokhara comprise a visit to Bindhyabasini Temple, David’s fall, Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave, the Seti River, the Old Bazaar and the International Mountaineering Museum. Besides, it is a delightful experience visiting the Mahendra Cave and the World Peace Pagoda. Furthermore, visit the Chamero Gufa (Bat Cave), the natural habitat of more than 15000 species of bats. Images of elephant tusks, gods, and goddesses can be observed in the inner walls of the cave. In Sarangkot, you can catch sight of the glorious sunrise and indulge in thrilling paragliding adventure, if interested.

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu – Overnight in Kathmandu Your Arrival Time – You will arrive at Kathmandu Airport and our representative will pick you on time and transfer you to your designated Hotel. Welcome drink and Check-In.

Day 02: Full Day Kathmandu Sightseeing (Max 7 hrs)- Overnight in Kathamndu After Breakfast – Visit to Pashupatinath Temple- World Heritage Site Visit Patan Durbar Square – World Heritage Site Visit Boudhanath Stupa – World Heritage Site

Day 03: Sunrise view, Drive to Pokhara (En-route Manakamana Cable Car) – Overnight in Pokhara After Breakfast – Drive Pokhara (200 km – 6 hrs), en route you can visit Manakamana Temple and can pay the Cable Car fees yourself at the station. These rides will offer the view of the Mountain, Cloud, and River

Day 04: Sunrise at Sarangkot & Pokhara Sightseeing – Overnight in Pokhara Early Morning – Drive to Sarangkot hill for sunrise and view the Himalayan ranges. Visit Bindabasini Temple on the way back to the hotel After Breakfast – Visit David’s fall and Gupteshwar Mahadev Cave, visit the International Mountain Museum (spend 1 hour), Seti River, Old Bazaar, Bat Cave, Drive to Phewa Lake and enjoy a boat ride & relax the rest of the day

Day 05: Drive to Bandipur and walk through Bandipur Street – Overnight in Bandipur After Breakfast, – Drive to Bandipur – 4 hrs. visiting Bandipur town & enjoy the beautiful street of Bandipur Walk around the area self and explore

Day 06: Drive to Nagarkot via Kathmandu – Overnight in Nagarkot After Breakfast: Drive to Nagarkot via Kathamndu Rest in hotel or relax in Nagarkot hotel, as it is a hill station near by Kathmandu

Day 07: Transfer to Airport You will rest at Hotel till your international flight time to your Home Country and we will make your transfer to the airport before 3 hours and will fly with the beautiful memory of Nepal Trip.

Cost USD 650 per person

Cost Includes

• Private AC vehicle throughout the trip as per the itinerary
• Airport transfer in private vehicle with an escort
• Daily Buffet breakfast at hotel
• 2 nights’ accommodation at Hotel in Kathmandu on twin sharing
• 3-night accommodation at Hotel in Pokhara on twin sharing basis
• 1 Night accommodation at Hotel in Nagarkot on twin sharing plan
• Excursion to Sarangkot at Morning
• City Tour Guide in Kathmandu & Pokhara during sightseeing
• Airport transfers and escort
• All Applicable Government Taxes

Cost Excludes

• Entrance fees at sites
• Any Airfare
• Any Lunch & dinner
• Tips for staffs
• Personal expenses

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The other side of Nepal

A striking pagoda with cantilevered wooden roofs, towers above Bhaktapur, a royal city in the Kathmandu Valley, Nepal. Close by is an Indian-style temple whose statues of deities are carved in stone. Nepal is a staple on the Indian tourist map and had a 33 per cent rise in Indian travellers flying into the country in 2023. The mountain country’s religious diversity evidenced in its wealth of temples, monasteries and stupas is no secret. Historically it stands at the cultural crossroads of India, Tibet and China since myriad ethnic groups and communities have influenced its architecture.

Nepal is witnessing an indigenous architectural rediscovery as can be observed in Bhaktapur’s new boutique hotel, The Nanee (Nepalese for small courtyard), tucked into a narrow lane which takes inspiration from the Newari houses built around a courtyard. “The homes here are typically multi-storeyed, with large courtyards that serve as gathering places for families and friends,” explains host Aditya Piya. Aware of seismic dangers, traditional Newari houses incorporated earthquake-resistant techniques such as interlocking bricks, flexible joints and stone foundations. The five-tiered Nyatapola Pagoda temple is an example since it has never been destroyed ever by any earthquake.

A striking element of Nepali architecture is its intricate woodwork. The Bhaktapur palace of 55 windows at the Durbar Square has dozens of carved timber windows, each with different designs. Some have mythological and religious themes with geometric and floral motifs. Bhaktapur local Rita Suwal explains that Nepal has three distinct architectural styles—the Pagoda, Shikhara and the Stupa. The first features multiple tiers of roofs, each diminishing in size, creating an elegant and tapering structure. The struts that support each level are elaborately carved and decorated. Inspired by ancient Indian architectural principles, Hindu temples in Nepal showcase the Shikhara style through towering spires and stone carvings reminiscent of pyramids. A prime examples is the Pashupatinath Temple. Its dome-shaped Stupa style is thought to have been introduced to Nepal by Emperor Asoka. With a broad base and tapering towards the top, Boudhanath Stupa in Kathmandu exemplifies his taste. The soft chants and smell of incense imparts a Zen vibe here.

Like all indigenous architecture, Nepal’s too is influenced by topography. On the western edge of Chitwan National Park in southern Nepal, along the banks of the Narayani River stands the Sanctuary Resort. Designed by Sri Lankan architect Palinda Kannangara, who is influenced by the legendary Geoffrey Bawa, it has stone cottages with rustic interiors that mirrors the dwellings of the local Tharu people. “We designed the property to merge seamlessly with the landscape using local bamboo and stone. The bamboo screens were made by women from the village,” explains Palinda.

For an architecture aficionado, Nepal is Shangrila. Owner Dwarika Das Shreshta of Dwarika’s Hotel in Kathmandu is a time traveller through his country’s design age. In 1952, he saw a man cutting an old carved pillar of a building to use as firewood. The thought of his country’s artistic ancestry being burned, set him on a mission. He started collecting old window frames, pillars and doors for his hotel, which feels more like a heritage museum than a tourist refuge. Red brick and exposed wooden beams, intricately carved windows and doors including a 13th-century door, are reminders that Nepal has woken up to its past treasures.