Itinerary Details
Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu
Arrive Tribhuvan International Airport , Meet and greet by our representative and transfer to the hotel. O/n at Hotels (B/B Basis,)
Day 02 Kathmandu Sightseeing
The day starts with a tour to Swayambhunath . It is considered as one of the holy place and has been counted as the power place for local Buddhists as well as for the pilgrims from all over the world. The stupa landed over Swayambhunath depicts the importance of Buddhism in Nepal. Lunch En route.The other half of the day continues with the sightseeing to Patan Durbar Square. and Golden Temple. Patan also known as Lalitpur is probably one of the old Buddhist City in the world. Patan is famous for its arts and crafts. Major tour highlights are Krishna Mandir and ancient Royal Palace of the malla kings. The square boasts of many famous sites and unique architectures. Golden Temple is few minutes north to the square. It is considered as one of the richest temple in Patan. Built in 12th century, this temple is very famous amongst the local Buddhists as it has many images of Buddha and Bodhisattvas. Also visit Patan Industrial Area for shopping to find beautiful and interesting souvenirs for your dearest people back home. O/n at Hotels (B/B basis,)
Day 03 Kathmandu-Chitwan
After breakfast, take a pleasant 5 hrs (approx) drive to Chitwan. Chitwan is 165 Kms drive from Kathmandu valley and is also popularly known as the home to wild animals.We can do 4 hours white water rafting at Trishuli River.Chitwan the gigantic flat lands of Terai that stretches through out the southern part of Nepal remains incomplete without viewing the beauty of Terai. The Chitwan National Park , established in 1973, provides a great wildlife experience with its rich flora and fauna. Lunch at Chitwan. Enjoy the jungle walk in the evening. Overnight stay at Chitwan. In the evening, enjoy the special Tharu cultural dance performed by the locals. O/n at Jungle Resort (Full Board Basis)
Day 04: Chitwan
Enjoy the full day jungle safari activities including boating, elephant ride and Jeep drive to the Jungle. Know more about elephants while watching them take bath. One of the best ways to view the flora and fauna of Chitwan is from elephant back enabling you to penetrate deep into the jungle through tall grasslands. Enjoy the canoe ride watching the crocodiles, birds, variety of fishes and wild animals over Rapti River. The trip is a paradise for birdwatchers with possible spotting of kingfishers, ospreys, and egrets.O/n at Jungle Resort (Full Board Basis)
Day 05 Chitwan-Pokhara
Enjoy the bird watching early in the morning. After breakfast, take a scenic 5 hrs drive to Pokhara. Pokhara is a enchanting city with several beautiful lakes and offers stunning panoramic views of Himalayan peaks. The serenity of lakes and the magnificence of the Himalayas rising behind them create an ambience of peace and magic. So today the city has not only become the starting point for most popular trekking and rafting destinations but also a place to relax and enjoy the beauty of nature. O/n at Pokhara, (B/B basis)
Day 06 Pokhara Sightseeing
Wake up early in the morning for Sarangkot . Sarangkot is the paradise for the viewers of Himalayas. Enjoy the beautiful sunrise, mountains and Himalayan Ranges. Return back to hotel for the breakfast. After breakfast, depart for the full day sightseeing. Major tour highlights are Bindebasini temple, KI Singh Bridge, Devi�s fall. Later enjoy the boating at Fewa Lake . In the evening, enjoy your free time for shopping and other individual activities. O/n at Pokhara,(B/B basis)
Day 07: Pokhara–Nayapul–Hile(1,490m.)
From Pokhara to Nayapul, it takes about 1 ½ hour by driving. The road is reasonably good. At the place of Nayapul, within short walk, one can cross suspension bridge. After that, follows up bank of Modi River to Birethanti. From there mountain trail leads through bamboo forest and passes a large waterfall-summing hole. The trail stays on the north bank of Bhurundi River to Bajagara. Beyond a pasture used by Pony caravans, the trail reaches sudami then climbs steadily up through the valley reaching Hile (1495m). Walking time takes about 5 hours. O/n at Hile,
Day 08: Hile - Ghorepani (2,850m.)
From the place of Hile, after a short walk the trail crosses a steam on suspension bridge and leads the climb very steeply on a stone staircase. It leads continuously steep to the large village of Uleri at 2,070m. From there one can see first eye catching mountain views of Annapurna south (7,219m), Himchuli (6,440m) and Fishtail (6,996m). After that, the trail leads through deep magnificent oak and Rhododendron forest up to Ghorepani (2850m). Walking time takes about 7 hours. O/n at Ghorepani,
Day 09: Ghorepani-Tadapani ( 2,590m.)
At the place of Ghorepani to Poonhill (3,193m), trail leads climbing very steeply on a stone staircase. Walking time takes about 1½ hour to the top. From the Poonhill, one can see view of Sunrise and breath taking mountains views such as Dhaulagiri, Nilgiri, Annapurna I, and Annapurna south, Himchuli, Annapurna III, Fishtail, Annapurna IV, and Annapurna II and so on. After Poonhill, ascends to Ghorepani from there to Tadapani (2590m). Mountain trail leads several times ascending and descending. It passes several villages through oak and Rhododendron forest. Walking times takes approximately 6 hours, O/n at Tadapani,
Day 10:Tadapani–Ghandrung (1,940m.)
Trail leads to Ghandrug from Tadapani all the way of descends and flat through the oak and Rhododendron Forest. Walking time takes about 3 hours O/n at Ghandrung,
Day 11: Ghandrung – Nayapul (1050m.)– Pokhara
At the place of Ghandrug trail leads to Nayapul, the route almost descending and flat through the bank of Modi River and passes several villages such as Kimle, Shyauli Bazzar, and Birethani and comes Nayapul. Walking times takes about 5 hours, after Nayapul drive back to Pokhara. O/n at Pokhara,
Day 12 Pokhara Sightseeing- Kathmandu
After breakfast, take a 6 hrs (approx) drive to Kathmandu. Upon arrival in Kathmandu, take a tour to Boudhanath.Boudhanath is a Buddhist temple and one of the world heritage sites. The local Buddhists take it as a holy place for their daily prayers. It is also considered as one of the largest stupa in the world and a center for Tibetan school of Buddhism. O/n at Kathmandu, (B/B basis)
Day 13: Kathmandu
(Optional: Mountain flight). After breakfast, Visit Kathmandu Durbar Square . Major tour highlights in this square are Hanuman Dhoka Museum., Living Goddess Kumari, and Kasthamandap. In the noon, enjoy your free time on own for shopping around Thamel Area or other personal activities. In the evening, enjoy the typical Nepali dinner with cultural dance at a good Nepali cultural restaurant. After dinner, transfer to the airport for the departure flight back.