Top Nepal Car Tours in 2026

Learn about the history of Nepal, with a focus on Newari culture, on this small group guided tour that takes you to Patan, Bungamati, and Khokana. Your guide and driver will pick you up in an air conditioned vehicle, then drive you from place to place. You’ll stop to try a traditional Newari lunch, but that is at your own expense. Visit pagodas, temples, and much more along the way.

Discover the wild heart of Nepal on this 2 to 3-day Chitwan National Park adventure. Spot rhinos, crocodiles, deer, and exotic birds on jeep safaris and canoe rides. Visit a traditional Tharu village and enjoy a cultural dance show. Includes guided nature walks, a visit to the elephant breeding center, and optional birdwatching on Day 3. Stay in a comfortable lodge with meals and activities included. Perfect for nature lovers, families, and adventurers seeking an authentic jungle experience in one of Asia’s top wildlife destinations.

Visit two UNESCO World Heritage sites—Pashupatinth Temple and Boudhanath Stupa—on a private half-day tour from Kathmandu. Explore sacred Pashupatinth temple, located on the Bagmati River, and observe Hindu funeral rituals at cremation ghats on the riverbank. Then go to Boudhanath Stupa, considered the center of Tibetan Buddhism outside of Tibet. Learn from your guide about the spiritual traditions at each place as you experience two holy sites near Kathmandu. Includes private guide and air-conditioned vehicle, entrance fees, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Enjoy a private half-day sightseeing tour of old Kathmandu and visit Swayambhunath stupa. A private vehicle whisks you away to the UNESCO-listed Kathmandu Durbar Square while your own knowledgeable guide provides personalized commentary on landmarks like the 12th-century Kasthamandap, the Tribhuvan Museum and Kumari Bahal, known as the Temple of the Living Goddess. Finish at Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple), another World Heritage site, located on a hilltop with sweeping views of Kathmandu Valley and the Himalayas.

In this tour we visit the temple in Kathmandu Valley that carries a history of almost 3000 years and visit Patan, the city of fine arts and Bhaktapur, the city of devotees which is a living heritage and cultural gem of Nepal, all of which are UNESCO Listed World Heritage Sites.

Explore the city of Kathmandu on this half day private sightseeing tour. You’ll see the mixture of historical buildings and modern architecture, and your guide will tell you the significance of them all. Hear about the religious symbolism of Patan Durbar Square, Swyambhunath Stupa, Boudhanath Stupa, and Pashupatinath Temple, too.

If you have a free preparation day in Kathmandu before your Everest Base Camp trek, why not use it to see a little of the city? Trekkers often arrive one day before their Lukla flight, as flights are scheduled early in the morning. This private half-day tour gives you time to visit Chandragiri Hills and Swayambhunath while keeping the rest of the day free for trek preparation and rest. Take the cable car to Chandragiri Hills for views across Kathmandu Valley and, on a clear day, the Himalayan ranges. Visit Bhaleshwor Mahadev Temple and enjoy some time on the hilltop before continuing to Swayambhunath, also known as the Monkey Temple. Explore the historic stupa, prayer wheels and surrounding temples, and enjoy the view over Kathmandu. Your private vehicle, driver, fuel, parking and hotel pickup and drop-off are included. This is a practical option for travelers with limited time, a free morning before a trek, or a late-night flight.

Experience life in Nepal's traditional villages on a private full-day tour to Bungamati and Khokana. The two villages are located near Kathmandu, but retain culture and traditions that go back to the 6th century. You'll explore Bungamati and its Machindranath Temple, then learn about the farming traditions and Karya Binayak Temple in Khokana. Your private guide provides commentary about the villages and region throughout the day. Includes private guide and vehicle, bottled water, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

The Upper Seti emerges down from Machapuchare (Mount Fishtail) and enters a beautiful gorge decorated with a suspension bridge and prayer flags. Upper Seti Rafting offers the adrenaline adventure for about 1 and half hour filled with class III and IV rapids. It is just 30 minutes drive from the lakeside. Experience the adrenaline white water rafting on the Upper Seti along with the awesome Annapurna range. Upper Seti Rafting is especially suitable for family and children.

Pokhara is surrounded by some of Nepal’s most impressive mountain and countryside scenery, but the only way to truly appreciate the views is from the air. On this tour, begin with pickup at your centrally located Pokhara hotel, and take to the skies on a paragliding adventure. Taking off from Mt. Sarangkot, drift gracefully along the Pokhara Valley and admire panoramic views over soaring peaks including Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, and Machhapuchhre.

Embark on a private family-friendly hiking tour in the Shivapuri Nagarjun National Park on a half-day excursion to Nagarjun Hill. Admire the sweeping views of the Kathmandu Valley as your guide leads you on an invigorating hike to the summit. Have a picnic lunch at a scenic overlook, and view a Buddhist meditation cave and monastery, a military fort, and a former royal residence.