An excellent introduction to the joys of Nepal, exploring the Kathmandu and Pokhara valleys and enjoying the immense beauty of the Himalaya. 3 nights are spent in the Chitwan National Park and we allow time for low altitude walks around Pokhara.
Kathmandu & Gorkha
First we wander around the bustling bazaars of Kathmandu and visit Pashupatinath, Nepal's holiest Hindu temple and Boudhanath Stupa - from which four pairs of eyes which looks at the four corners of earth with wisdom and compassion.
We then head to the Historic town of Gorkha - which gave the feared Gurkha soldiers their name - we head up to the old King's Palace for some great views of the Annapurnas and Manaslu. On the way to Gorkha you may like to take an optional half-day white water rafting trip on the Trisuli River, a really exhilarating experience.
Chitwan Wildlife
From Gorkha we drive down to the sub tropical Terai and Chitwan valley. We spend 3 nights at the Chitwan National Park, which supports a variety of game. Known for it's great one horned rhino and Royal Bengal tigers, there are also leopard, sloth bear, four kinds of deer and over 300 species of birds. After Chitwan we visit the old trading post of Bandipur, which is located under a canopy of pine and Sal forests. We spend two days doing short walks and exploring this historic town.
The 'Fishtail' Mountain
We continue to the verdant Pokhara valley, to enjoy the lakeside tranquility and breathtaking views of Machapuchare, the 'fishtail peak' (6997m). Various walks are possible, perhaps along a ridge between the pretty lakes of Begnas and Rupa, where we can enjoy mountain views of Dhaulagiri (8167m) in the west to Annapurna II in the east.
| Day | Activities |
|---|---|
| Day 1: | Join Kathmandu. |
| Day 2 : | In Kathmandu, walking tour of old bazaar; visit Pashupatinath temple and Boudhanath Stupa. |
| Day 3 : | Drive to Nalang village. |
| Day 4 : | In Nalang. Walks |
| Day 5 : | Drive to Chitwan. |
| Day 6-7 : | In Chitwan, nature walks, elephant safaris. |
| Day 8: | Drive to Bandipur, walks. |
| Day 9 : | In Bandipur, walks, Gorkha visit. |
| Day 10 : | Drive to Pokhara. |
| Day 11-12 : | In Pokhara, choice of walks; half-day visit to Tibetan refugee village. |
| Day 13 : | Fly to Kathmandu. |
| Day 14 : | In Kathmandu possibility of Everest flight and optional tour of Bhaktapur in the afternoon. |
| Day 15: | Departure. |
| Day | Activities |
|---|---|
| Day 1: | Join Kathmandu. |
| Day 2 : | In Kathmandu, walking tour of old bazaar; visit Pashupatinath temple and Boudhanath Stupa. |
| Day 3 : | Drive to Nalang village. |
| Day 4 : | In Nalang. Walks |
| Day 5 : | Drive to Chitwan. |
| Day 6-7 : | In Chitwan, nature walks, elephant safaris. |
| Day 8: | Drive to Bandipur, walks. |
| Day 9 : | In Bandipur, walks, Gorkha visit. |
| Day 10 : | Drive to Pokhara. |
| Day 11-12 : | In Pokhara, choice of walks; half-day visit to Tibetan refugee village. |
| Day 13 : | Fly to Kathmandu. |
| Day 14 : | In Kathmandu possibility of Everest flight and optional tour of Bhaktapur in the afternoon. |
| Day 15: | Departure. |
| Duration | - | 15 days |
| Trip Details: | - |
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| Activities | - | Cultural, Touring, Walking |
| Trip Grade | - | Easy |
| Mode of Travel | - | Bus/Elephant/Dugout Canoe, Domestic flight |
| Group & Staff | - | Min 2, Max 12, Responsible Adventures leader, local guides plus driver. |
| Accommodation | - | Boutique hotels in Kathmandu & Pokhara, Tented camp in Nalang, Resorts in Chitwan and Bandipur |
| Land Cost | - | US$ 1750.00 |
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