Nepal
The mountains are calling, and you don't even need a visa.
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Where the Himalayas feel close enough to touch — no visa, no passport hassle for Indians
Nepal is the easiest big trip an Indian traveller can make. Thanks to the long-standing India–Nepal friendship treaty, you need no visa and no visa fee at all — a valid passport (or even your Voter ID) gets you in, by air or road. From Bangalore you can be standing under the snow peaks in a single afternoon's flight. It is a country where ancient temples, prayer-flag-draped stupas and the world's tallest mountains all sit within a few hours of each other.
Base yourself in Kathmandu for the living heritage — Pashupatinath, Boudhanath, Swayambhunath and the old Durbar Squares — then drift to Pokhara for boating on Phewa Lake and a Sarangkot sunrise over the Annapurnas. Add a Himalayan dawn at Nagarkot, a rhino-and-tiger jungle safari in Chitwan, or a once-in-a-lifetime Everest mountain flight.
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What you'll see and do
Pashupatinath Temple
Nepal's holiest Hindu shrine on the Bagmati river.
Boudhanath Stupa
One of the world's largest stupas — walk the kora at dusk.
Swayambhunath & the Durbar Squares
The hilltop Monkey Temple and the carved palace courtyards.
Pokhara & Phewa Lake
Boat across mirror-still Phewa with the Annapurnas reflected.
Sarangkot Sunrise
First light on the Annapurna and Machhapuchhre peaks.
Nagarkot Himalaya Views
A hill station 90 minutes from Kathmandu with a sweeping panorama.
Chitwan Jungle Safari
Jeep and canoe for one-horned rhinos, elephants and tigers.
Everest Mountain Flight
A one-hour scenic flight eye-level with Everest — every seat a window seat.
Ways to do Nepal
Kathmandu & Pokhara Classic
Nepal Highlights — Mountains, Heritage & Jungle
Indicative routes only — every itinerary is customised to your dates, budget and pace.
Families & first-time travellers
No visa, short flights and a familiar rupee economy; temples, lake boating, a jungle safari and snow views keep every age happy.
Spiritual & temple travellers
Pashupatinath, Boudhanath, Muktinath and Lumbini, the birthplace of the Buddha — a deeply rewarding pilgrimage.
Couples & nature lovers
A Sarangkot sunrise over the Annapurnas, a quiet boat on Phewa Lake and the Nagarkot dawn — soulful and far cheaper than a Europe honeymoon.
Travel tips from our team
- Carry ₹100 notes or smaller — ₹2,000 notes are NOT accepted; ₹200/₹500 are allowed up to ₹25,000 per person (eased Dec 2025)
- Travel Oct–Nov or Mar–Apr for clear mountain views; the Jun–Sep monsoon hides the peaks
- Carry your passport even though it is not legally required — airlines insist on it; Aadhaar is not accepted
- Book Kathmandu–Pokhara flights and the Everest mountain flight early in peak season
- For onward third-country flights from Kathmandu, you need an NOC from the Embassy of India
- Pack layers — valley days are mild but Nagarkot and Sarangkot mornings get genuinely cold
Nepal, answered
Do Indians need a visa or passport for Nepal?
No visa is needed for Indian citizens — entry is free under the India–Nepal friendship treaty. You do not strictly need a passport either (a Voter ID is accepted), but we strongly recommend a valid passport, as airlines require photo ID with date of birth. Aadhaar is not accepted.
What is the best time to visit Nepal?
October–November and March–April are ideal — clear skies and the sharpest Himalayan views. Avoid the June–September monsoon, when rain and cloud hide the mountains and roads can be affected by landslides.
How do I fly from Bangalore to Nepal?
Air India runs a direct Bengaluru–Kathmandu flight of about 3 hours. Most options are one-stop via Delhi or Kolkata, taking around 5–6 hours including the layover.
Can I use Indian rupees in Nepal?
Yes, but with limits. ₹2,000 notes are NOT accepted; ₹200 and ₹500 notes are allowed (rule eased December 2025) but only up to ₹25,000 per person. Carry plenty of ₹100 notes or smaller for the easiest spending.
Is Nepal good for a family trip from Bangalore?
Absolutely — with no visa, short flights, a familiar rupee economy and a mix of temples, lake boating, a jungle safari and snow-mountain views, it is one of the easiest and most rewarding first international trips.
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