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How to Plan a Budget Trip to Nepal from Gorakhpur (Complete Guide 2025)
By Shubham Verma – India Tourist Taxi
Planning an international trip doesn’t always mean breaking the bank—especially when your destination is Nepal, and your journey begins from Gorakhpur. Whether you're traveling solo, with family, or in a group, this guide will help you plan a budget-friendly Nepal tour with smart tips, low-cost travel routes, and must-know savings hacks.
🧳 Why Choose Nepal for a Budget Trip?
Nepal offers:
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No visa for Indian citizens
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Easy access by road from Gorakhpur
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Affordable hotels, food, and transport
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Rich culture, scenic beauty, and adventure options
🛣️ Step-by-Step: How to Reach Nepal from Gorakhpur
✅ Route: Gorakhpur → Sunauli Border → Nepal (Lumbini / Pokhara / Kathmandu)
Options:
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Private Taxi (Recommended)
✔ Direct, safe, and comfortable
✔ No border hassle — full assistance provided
💰 Approx. ₹2,000–₹4,000 per vehicle (Gorakhpur to Sunauli/Nepal) -
Bus or Shared Jeep (Budget)
✔ Available at Gorakhpur Bus Stand
✔ Costs ₹300–₹500/person to the border -
Train to Nautanwa
✔ Budget-friendly: ₹100–₹150
✔ 7 km from Sunauli border, take auto/rickshaw onward
🎫 Documents Required: Aadhaar Card or Voter ID (No passport or visa needed)
🏨 Where to Stay in Nepal on a Budget
📍 Lumbini:
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Budget hotels: ₹800–₹1,200
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Great for peaceful, spiritual stays
📍 Pokhara:
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Guesthouses & lodges: ₹1,000–₹1,500
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Best value in Lakeside area (near Phewa Lake)
📍 Kathmandu:
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Thamel area has budget hotels ₹900–₹1,500
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Walkable access to shopping and temples
🍛 Food & Expenses: What to Expect
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Street Food: ₹50–₹150 (Momos, Chowmein, Thukpa)
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Veg Meals: ₹150–₹250
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Indian Restaurants: Widely available
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Local transport: ₹15–₹50 (buses), ₹200–₹500 (taxis)
🤑 Daily Budget: ₹1,500–₹2,500/day (stay + food + transport)
🧭 5-Day Sample Itinerary (Budget Tour)
Day 1: Gorakhpur → Sunauli Border → Lumbini
Day 2: Lumbini → Pokhara (via Palpa or Siddharth Highway)
Day 3: Pokhara sightseeing (Phewa Lake, Davis Falls, Sarangkot sunrise)
Day 4: Pokhara → Kathmandu
Day 5: Kathmandu sightseeing → Return to Gorakhpur
💸 Budget Tips to Save More
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Travel in off-season (June, July, or mid-Jan)
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Book cabs/tours in advance via India Tourist Taxi
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Choose shared group packages
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Carry Indian rupees (₹100/₹500 notes; avoid ₹2,000 notes)
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Don’t exchange money at border stalls—rates are poor
🚖 Why Choose India Tourist Taxi for Your Nepal Budget Tour?
✅ Daily cab service from Gorakhpur
✅ Group & solo budget packages
✅ Hotel booking assistance
✅ Local Nepali drivers familiar with routes
✅ Start to end border documentation help
📞 Call/WhatsApp: +91 8808600013.
🌐 Website: www.indiatouristtaxi.in
📧 Email: info@indiatouristtaxi.in
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