Overview
Trip Details:
Grade: Moderate
Max. Altitude: 3180m
Duration: 10 days
Trek Days: 5 days
Type of trek: Lodge/Teahouse
Itinerary
DETAILED ITINERARY:
Day 01. Arrive at Kathmandu airport (1345meters) and transfer to hotel:
Our airport representative will pick you up and transfer you to hotel. Overnight hotel.
Day 02.Full day sightseeing of Kathmandu valley & an orientation:
After breakfast, our professional tour guide will take you for the sightseeing tour in Kathmandu Valley. We visit Kathmandu Durbar squire, Monkey Temple, Pasupatinath Temple and Bouddhanath Stupa and return to hotel.
Day 03.Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (200 Kilometers west of Kathmandu) - 6 Hours:
To reach Pokhara- the city of lakes, we drive along the scenic Trisuli and Marsyangdi River, famous for rafting; whilst on the way, we can also view Ganesh Himal and the Manaslu peak. Pokhara is a tourist's paradise full of natural as well as cultural heritage sites such as lakes, caves, & temples of Buddhist and Hindus along with her lovely mountains. Welcome to this beautiful town of serene lakes that gives so much meaning to your holidays, overnight hotel.
Day 04.Drive from Pokhara (915 m.) to Nayapul (1050m.) and Trek to Tikhedunga (1577m) - 4 Hours:
After breakfast, we start our driving to Nayapul which takes approximately one and half hours, then we start the first part of our hiking out to Tikhedunga Via Birethanti this part of trekking is a pretty easy flat out hike as we pass through several small lively villages and settlements. After some time, we will ascend gently to the final destination of the day. Overnight lodge/teahouse.
Day 05.Trek to Ghorepani (2675m) - 6 Hours:
We start our trekking, after breakfast by ascending steeply for the first 2 hours and then ascending gently passing through Ulleri and Banthanti. This path gives us breathtaking views of Machhapuchhare or Fish Tail (6997m.), Hiunchuli (6441m.), and the grand Annapurna (7219m) south on the way. Our trail now gets quite easy going as we pass through rhododendron and shadowy forests amidst the cackling of birds which gives us good feelings till we ascend gently up to the final camp. Overnight lodge/teahouse.
Day 06. Hike to Poonhill (3180m.) and trek to Tadapani (2675m.) - 6 hours:
Today, We hike to Poonhill to enjoy the sunrise views over Mt. Dhaulagiri (8167m.), Tukuche Peak (6920m.), Nilgiri (6940m.), Varaha Shikhar (7847m.), Mt. Annapurna I (8091m.), Annapurna South (7219m.), Annapurna III (7855m.), Machhapuchhare (6993m.), Annapurna IV (7525m.), Annapurna II (7937m.), Lamjung Himal (6931m.) and other numerous snowcapped mountains in the morning; Poonhill has always been a symbol of beauty for the Annapurna region; we then hike down to Ghorepani, have a hot breakfast at our lodge and trek to Tadapani. Most part of the trail we trek is through blooming rhododendron forest; the beautiful flower makes the jungle colorful in spring when they bloom. Overnight lodge/teahouse.
Day 07.Trek from Tadapani (2675m.) to Ghandruk (1950m.)- 3 Hours.
Today, it is easy trekking by descending gently all the way through rhododendron, oak and other kinds of dense forests. We will hear different kinds of birds chirping on the way. This is one of the popular destinations for the birds' lovers. Ghandruk is a big Gurung village. There is a handicraft centre and Gurung museum. From this village we will see the views of Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, Gangapurna (7455m.), Annapurna III (7755m.) and Fishtail. Overnight Lodge/teahouse.
Day 08.Trek from Ghandruk to Nayapul (Pokhara) & Drive to Pokhara- 4 Hours:
Today is our last day trekking of our trekking and it is very easy trek by descending gently half of the way through the rice field and local villages to Syauli bazaar and walks flat part until Nayapul then drive from Nayapul to Pokhara. It takes around 1.13 Minutes, Overnight Hotel.
Day 09. Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu (6 Hours):
We take tourist bus at 7 AM after b/fast to drive to Kathmandu and the driving will be a fantastic experience as we drive past many satellite towns on the way and we are able to see rural settlements, gushing rivers, terraces and green rural landscapes. Overnight hotel.
Day 10: Transfer to the airport for your final departure:
You will be transferred to the international airport for your final departure to your loving home.
Dates & Prices
| SELECT FIXED DEPARTURE DATES 2018/ 2019!!! |
| 26th Mar- 04th Mar 2018!!!!! |
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| 22nd May - 31st May 2018!!!!! |
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| 17th Aug - 26th Aug 2018!!!! |
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| 21st Nov - 30th Nov 2018!!!!! |
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| 26th Mar - 04th Mar 2019!!!!! |
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| 22nd May - 31st May 2019!!!!! |
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The total cost of your trip depends on how big a comfort cushion you need based on your travel style, type of hotels, level of service/quality, requirement of facilities and number of people travelling together. To get the right kind of budget for your trip, please ask us at E-Mail: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
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Single room supplement: US$ 230/net extra per person
Extra cost [subject to change if revised]:
* Airfare/Kathmandu-Pokhara-Kathmandu: US$ 220.00 per person
What's Included
The above cost includes the following services:
✓Airports pick up and drop by private vehicle in Kathmandu transfers
✓05 nights at 3 star hotel accommodation in Kathmandu on B/B basis
✓World Heritage sites for Sightseeing Tours during your stay in cities
✓All land Transport Including Cities to Cities, from hotel to starting and ending point of trek
✓Lodges/ tea house accommodation in double occupancy or family bed room during the entire trek and climb
✓Meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) during the entire trek and climb
✓Services of a trained and Professional license holder English speaking trekking guide (leader)
✓Required number porters to carry your luggage (one porter for every 2 guests) during the trek
✓Expenses for all Staff including their salary, insurance, domestic airfare, transportation, food and accommodation
✓Warm Clothes and Shoes for porters during the trek
✓Medical First Aid Kit (carried by your guide)
✓Guide with experience of First Aid treatment, AMS safety training certified
✓All necessary paper work; trekking conservation/ National Park/ TIMS Card/ Special permits fee as per the itinerary
✓Guided city tour in Kathmandu by private tourist vehicle
✓Entrance fee in all monuments during tour
✓All government taxes, 24.3% VAT & service charges.
What’s not included
The above cost doesn't include the following services:
* International and Domestic Airfare not listed in the Itinerary
* Nepal entry visa fee which can be issued on your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport
* Lunch and dinner whilst in Kathmandu
* Emergency Rescue, Evacuation cost or any types of travel, Personal interest items insurance fee
* Airfare for the sector Kathmandu/Pokhara/Kathmandu. Quoted separately
* Any item of personal nature such as beverages, hot cold drinks, laundry, telephone call, battery charges, bottle or boiled water, shower, etc.
* Personal trekking Equipment
* Altitude chamber (PAC) or oxygen
* Personal climbing equipment
* Personal climbing guide if requested
* Food and accommodation if clients stock due to flight cancellation
* Excess baggage charges (if you have more than 15 kg of luggage, a cargo charge is around $1.5 per kg)
* Tips for trekking, tour staff and driver (Tipping is expected)
* Any others expenses which are not mentioned on ‘Cost Includes' section.
Insurance:
Travel insurance coverage for high rescue & evacuation, Medical treatment, loss of belongings and trip cancellation is strongly recommended.
Note:
The price does not include: undue escalation in fuel prices, new taxes levies on hotels and transportation services or any hikes in entrance fees. Any large tax hikes and new levies shall be payable extra and shall be billed accordingly with prior notice.
Equipment List
NT AND CLOTHING REQUIRED:
General Items
Daypack, Rucksack, Sleeping bag, Duffel bag, Walking sticks, Toiletries (Soaps, Sanitizers)
Bring Items/Snacks with you:
Strong water bottle/ Thermal flask, Sun/Snow Glasses, Sun hat, Sun Cream, Torch Light with extra batteries, Mask, Lip balm, chocolates, dry food, Walking Stick, Cameras (chargers and batteries), Water purification Iodine tablets, Energy bars and snacks. Your own regular medicine etc.
Clothing Items:
Casual wears & comfortable trekking shoes, warm clothing for nights & mornings, Raincoats, Towels, Warm jacket, Fleece Jacket, Thermal inner wear, warm trousers(wind proof jacket ) and shirts, woolen gloves, Sun Hat, Woolen socks(some pears)
