Description

Nepal Experience (14D13N)

 

At a Glance

• Kathmandu, 3 nights
• Bandipur, 1 night
• Pokhara, 3 nights
• Trekking, 4 nights
• Chitwan, 2 nights

Day 1. Arrival in Nepal

Welcome to Nepal! On arrival the guide will be waiting outside the exit gate for the transfer to your hotel.

Kathmandu is the capital and the largest city of Nepal, with a population of around 1 million inhabitants. Also known as the City of Temples, the city stands at an elevation of approximately 1,400 metres above sea level.

Kathmandu is and has been for many years the centre of Nepal’s history, art, culture, and economy. It has a multi-ethnic population within a Hindu and Buddhist majority. Religious and cultural festivities form a major part of the lives of people residing in Kathmandu.

Your guide will assist you with the check-in. The rest of the afternoon is free at leisure before your evening welcome meal.

Overnight in Kathmandu

Meal(s): Welcome Dinner

 

Day 2. Kathmandu City Tour

Optional: Buckle up for a flight to the top of the world! Early morning, transfer to the airport for a one-hour scenic Everest flight. Enjoy eye level views of the snowcapped peaks of the Himalayas, including the awe-inspiring Mount Everest, the highest mountain in the world.

After breakfast and we leave for a cultural tour of Kathmandu valley.

We visit Durbar Square, the epicenter of Kathmandu’s religious and cultural life. Some of the sights include Kal Bhairav, Hanuman Dhoka, Taleju Temple, Kasthamandap, and Kumari Ghar, which is home to the Living Goddess.

We’ll also visit Swoyambhunath Stupa, one of the world’s oldest Buddhist stupas. It sits high on a hill overlooking Kathmandu Valley. You’ll see Pashupatinath Temple, a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, and located alongside the holy Bagmati River. Boudhanath is also on the tour. This is a Buddhist stupa, known to be one of the largest in the world.

After sightseeing tour, transfer back to the hotel.

Overnight in Kathmandu

Meal(s): Breakfast

 

Day 3. Travel to Bandipur Hill Station

Breakfast and we drive to Bandipur Hill Station which is one of pleasant and charming hill towns known for its beautiful view of the central Nepal Himalayas and the Marsyangdi valley. Beautifully preserved village crowning a lofty ridge, its main street lined with traditional row houses, its preserved old time cultural atmosphere are other major attractions of Bandipur.

Overnight in Bandipur

Meal(s): Breakfast

 

Day 4. Travel to Pokhara 

Breakfast and we drive to Pokhara. Pokhara is known for peaceful calm lakes, beautiful natural scenery and a trekking gateway to the Annapurna, Dhaulagiri region. The magnificent Annapurna range is just 27 km away to its north. 

Arrival in Pokhara, hotel check-in and you are free for relaxation.

Overnight in Pokhara

Meal(s): Breakfast

 

Day 5. Drive to Nayapul and trek to Ulleri (2073 m.) – 5 hrs walk

Breakfast and we take a short drive to Nayapul. After you reach Nayapul, you will start your trekking slowly. After 20-minutes walking along the Modi stream, you will reach at Birethanti – a beautiful village that has plenty of tea shops and guest houses. Then follow the left route through the village. Your trek continue heading to Ulleri following the bank of the Burungdi stream. You will climb slightly up to the valley of Hile (1495 meters) and Tikhedhunga (1525 meters). The trail leads steep up to Ulleri (2073 meters), a large beautiful Magar village. Ulleri is stopping point for today.

Overnight: Local Tea House

Meal(s): Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

 

Day 6. Trek to Ghorepani (2874 m.) – 5 hrs walk

After breakfast you start your walking. Today the trail leads you to the Ghorepani, one of the popular destinations of Annapurna region situated at an altitude of 2856 meters. You should gently ascend up to Banthanti (2250 meters) through Oak and rhododendron forest. Then the continue trek towards Ghorepani through Nangeythanti (2460 meters). 

Overnight: Local Tea House

Meal(s): Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

 

Day 7. Visit Poonhill and Trek to Tadapani (2630 m.) – 5 hrs walk

Early in the morning climb up to Poon Hill (3210 meters) to see the panoramic views of Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Lamjung Himalayan ranges as well as an exciting sunrise view over the Himalayas. After experiencing the great views of the Himalayan panorama from Poon Hill, you descend to Ghorepani. After breakfast, continue the downhill trek to Tadapani (2625meter). The trail goes along the ridges of rhododendron and pine forest till the Tadapani. 

Overnight: Local Tea House

Meal(s): Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

 

Day 8. Trek to Ghandruk Village (1950 m.) – 4 hrs walk

After breakfast in Tadapani, begin your trek to Ghandruk, also known as the ‘Switzerland of Nepal’. This is an easier journey than previous days so relax as you make your way downhill along these gentle slopes. 

You’ll first head to Bhise-Kharka and then continue along forested trails to Ghandruk (6,400 feet/ 1,950 m), where you will stop for lunch. This terraced mountain village is populated by one of Nepal’s ethnic groups: the Gurung people. Explore the maze of village stairs that connect cafés, shops, and teahouses while admiring the peaks of Annapurna South, Himchhuli, and Fishtail in the distance.

After lunch, there will be free time to rest or you can visit the Gurung Museum and learn about traditional textiles and equipment used by the locals. Enjoy the rest of the afternoon on your own.

Overnight: Local Tea House

Meal(s): Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

 

Day 9. Travel back to Pokhara, 5 hrs walk 

After breakfast in Ghandruk, you’ll make an easy trek downhill to Kimche where a jeep will be waiting to transfer you to your hotel in Pokhara. After hotel check-in, today you have a free day for relaxation.

Overnight in Pokhara

Meal(s): Breakfast

 

Day 10. Pokhara City Tour

After breakfast, we take your for sightseeing tour of Pokhara. 

Pokhara is also known as “the city of lakes” is one of the famous tourist destinations of Nepal. Sightseeing in Pokhara offers you an opportunity to witness the natural and phenomenal beauty of the gorgeous city which includes Davis fall, Gupteshwor cave, Suspension bridge, Bindabasini temple, Seti river gorge and the Gorkha Museum. And on top, the majestic Annapurna Range along with Mount Machhapuchhre takes your breath away.

Overnight in Pokhara

Meal(s): Breakfast

 

Day 11. Lower Seti River Rafting – Chitwan National Park

Breakfast and we drive to rafting starting point. Today we will be rafting in the lower seti river. This unique river passes through two beautiful and contrasting scenic areas offering a good variety of Nepal’s landscapes. With fairly small water volume and a very pleasant warm water temperature the Lower Seti is a great introduction to white water adventure, perfect for families, first-timers, and nature lovers.

After rafting, we take our lunch and continue drive to Chitwan.

Overnight in Chitwan

Meal(s): Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

 

Day 12. Jungle Safari Activities in Chitwan

We will spend a full day in Chitwan for jungle safari activities such as full day jeep safari, jungle walk, canoe ride and visit to Elephant breeding center.

Chitwan National Park is located in natural area in the Terai, the subtropical southern part of Nepal. A total of 68 species of mammals, 544 species of birds, 56 species of fauna and 126 species of fish have been recorded in the park. The park is especially renowned for its protection of One Horned Rhinoceros, Royal Bengal Tiger and Gharial Crocodile. This park has covered around 932 sqkm area.

Overnight in Chitwan

Meal(s): Breakfast

 

Day 13. Travel back to Kathmandu

Breakfast and we take a short flight back to Kathmandu. It is about a 20minute-flight from Chitwan to Kathmandu. Arrival in Kathmandu and we drive to Bhaktapur. 

It is one of Nepal’s most charming and well preserved city in Kathmandu valley. It is also known as Bhadgaon which means City of Devotees. This beautiful city of Bhaktapur is living museum of Newari culture and architecture that has the best-preserved palace courtyards and old city center in Nepal that is rich in culture, temples, and wood, metal and stone artworks. This UNESCO Heritage listed city also considered as the neat city where tradition and modernization walk in sustainability.

In Bhaktapur we visit the major attractions such as Bhaktapur Durbar Square, 55 Windows Palace, Taumadhi Square, Nayatapola Temple, Pottery Square, Dattatraya Square and more.

During your stay in Bhaktapur, you can also experience the pottery learning course with a local.

After sightseeing tour, drive back to Kathmandu.

Overnight in Kathmandu

Meal(s): Breakfast

 

Day 14. Departure from Nepal

Breakfast and as per our flight departure time, we prepare our luggage and drive to airport for your flight to onward destination with the beautiful memories of Nepal.

Meal(s): Breakfast