Accommodation

Twin sharing accommodation in a three-star hotel in Kathmandu, Nagarkot, Pokhara, Lumbini, Tansen and Chitwan. Best available Lodges, Guesthouses accommodation during the trek (4 nights Trekking Guesthouse in twin sharing and occasionally dormitory style).

Others

Pick up from and drop off at the hotel and the airport on a private vehicle. The required number of local staff and porters to carry your luggage during the trek (We assign one porter for every two guests). Annapurna Conservation Park permits and TIMS permit for trekking. Farewell dinner in Kathmandu in a typical Nepali restaurant with cultural dance performance in the evening before departure. All Ground transportation by private tourist vehicle. All Guided city tour as mentioned in day-by-day itinerary on a private vehicle. Ace the Himalaya’s licensed English-speaking guide. The required number of ground staff during the tour like Driver, helper etc. Food, accommodation, salary, insurance, equipment and medicine for our field staff. Entry permits and fees for all temples, parks, monasteries, and cultural and historical sites. Free Ace the Himalaya duffel/kit bag, sunhat and t-shirt (yours to keep). All government taxes, VAT, Tourist Service charges and official expenses.

Meals

Breakfast included in Kathmandu, Nagarkot, Pokhara, Lumbini and Tansen. Full board meal (breakfast, lunch and dinner) in Chitwan (2N/3D). All your standard Meals during the trek (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner). Farewell dinner in traditional Nepali Restaurant.

Guide

Local Ace the Himalaya licensed English speaking guide.

Not included:

Others

International airfare and airport departure tax. Lunch and dinner whilst in Kathmandu and Pokhara. Your travel insurance. Nepal entry visa – you can obtain a visa easily upon your arrival at the Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu. (Tourist Visa with Multiple Entries for 15 days can be obtained by paying US $ 25 or equivalent foreign currency. Similarly, Tourist Visa with Multiple Entries for 30 days and 90 days can be obtained by paying US $40 and $ 100 respectively. Please bring 2 copies of passport size photos). Lunch and dinner in all places except chitwan(about USD 15 to USD 20 per person per day). All Items of Personal nature like drink, Laundry etc Tips for tour staff and driver. (Tipping is expected) Other expenses not mentioned in the Price Includes section.

Flights

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Day 1 Day 1: Arrive At Kathmandu Airport (1345 Meters).
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Arrive At Kathmandu Airport (1345 Meters).

Our airport representative will be receiving you at Tribhuvan International airport, Kathmandu and s/he will be displaying an Ace the Himalaya signboard outside the airport terminal. You will be then transferred to your respective hotel in our private tourist vehicle.

Note: If you arrive at Kathmandu before 4:00 PM, we host a pre-trip meeting at your hotel in Kathmandu and introduce your trek leader/guide, else meeting will be arranged at evening after sightseeing. Please seek this opportunity to ask questions about your trek. We will also supply you with our trek Duffel Bag, T-shirt and a Cap. For the meeting, please make sure you bring the passport, three copies of passport-size photos, and a readable copy of your travel insurance policy. During this meeting, please clear the due balance, if any, and sign the legally binding trip form as well as the non-liability disclaimer. Please inform us in advance if you will be arriving late and therefore are unable to attend the pre-trip meeting.

Overnight at Hotel. (No meals included)
Day 2 Day 2: Pre-Trip Meeting And Guided Sightseeing In Kathmandu, Bhaktapur And Drive To Nagarkot On A Private Tourist Vehicle.
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Pre-Trip Meeting And Guided Sightseeing In Kathmandu, Bhaktapur And Drive To Nagarkot On A Private Tourist Vehicle.

After breakfast, your sightseeing trip will start at around 8:45 am. You will have a private vehicle and a professional tour guide at your disposal. We will Visit the following sites.

Pashupatinath Temple (World Heritage Site)

Pashupatinath is one of the most sacred Hindu shrines in the world and lies 5 kms east of the city center. The richly-ornamented pagoda houses the sacred Linga, or phallic symbol, of Lord Shiva. Chronicles indicate the temple’s existence prior to 400 AD. Devotees can be seen taking ritual dips in the holy Bagmati River flowing beside the temple.

Boudhanath

Later visit Boudhanath, the 2500 years old Buddhist stupa in the Valley built in 5th century with four pairs of eyes of Lord Buddha in four cardinal directions keeping an eternal watch over the people and their doings. You will find Buddhist pilgrims from Tibet going round the stupa spinning the prayer wheels.

Changunarayan Temple (World Heritage Site)

Situated on a ridge overlooking the Kathmandu valley, about 12 kms to the east of the city. It is dedicated to the Hindu god Vishnu. It is one of the finest and oldest specimens of pagoda architecture built in 323 AD by King Haridutta Verma. The temple is richly decorated with sculptures and carvings, and its position above the Kathmandu valley affords a beautiful view of the surrounding countryside.

Bhaktapur Durbar Square (World Heritage Site)

As you walk in, you will feel a sense of inner harmony. Bhaktapur Durbar Square is a collection of pagoda and shikhara – style temples grouped around a fifty-five-window palace of brick and wood. The attraction of the Bhaktapur Durbar Square is the Lion gate, the Golden gate, the Palace of fifty five windows, art galleries, and the statue of King Bhupatindra Malla.

Later in the evening we will drive to Nagarkot which take about one hour.

Nagarkot

Nagarkot is a popular location for tourist and developed into a favorite weekend getaway among those seeking mountain views in comfort and quiet. The overwhelming panorama of the major peaks of eastern Nepal’s Himalayas including Mount Everest, Manaslu, Ganesh Himal, Langtang, Choba Bhamre, Gauri Shankar and Numbur can be seen from here. At sunrise, the Himalayan range, stretching from Dhaulagiri in the west all the way past Everest to Kanchenjunga in the east, emerges from the darkness to greet the happy visitors with its awe inspiring majesty & beauty.

Overnight at Hotel in Nagarkot. (Breakfast Included)
Day 3 Day 3: Nagarkot – Chitwan Drive On A Private Tourist Vehicle.
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Nagarkot – Chitwan Drive On A Private Tourist Vehicle.

We wake up early today to catch a glimpse of the spectacular sunrise over the Himalayas. Weather permitting, the seemly endless chain of mountains appear glossy in the north, while the entire Kathmandu valley can be clearly seen towards the west.

After we have breakfast we head to Chitwan National Park. On reaching the resort in the National Park, our Guest Relations Officer will brief guests after which you will be participating in an elephant safari, jungle walk, nature walk with boat ride and dinner will be ready at about 8pm.

Overnight at Resort in Chitwan. (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included)
Day 4 Day 4: Full Day Jungle Activities
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Full Day Jungle Activities

Wake-up call followed by tea or coffee, and then proceed for canoeing/jeep safari.

A traditional dug-out canoe takes you on a silent trip down the Rapti River to view aquatic birds and the animals of the river banks. Jeep safari by land rover starts from canoeing put out point covering the distance of approximately 10km with chances of seeing rare wildlife. Elephant briefing: to learn more about the life of these fascinating animals during a visit to our elephant stables. Remaining hours before the afternoon program: take a dip in the pool, or relax on your verandah. Hammocks and the library are at your disposal and our bar is close by to refresh you with a drink of your choice.

Overnight at Resort in Chitwan. (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included)
Day 5 Day 5: Chitwan – Lumbini Drive On A Private Tourist Vehicle- 5 Hrs Drive.
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Chitwan – Lumbini Drive On A Private Tourist Vehicle- 5 Hrs Drive.

Today transfer to Lumbini from Chitwan. Arrive at Lumbini. Upon arrival transfer to hotel.

Lumbini is the birthplace of Lord Buddha and a World Heritage Site 285 km southwest of Kathmandu. This pilgrimage site in southwest Nepal attracts devout Buddhists from around the world, who arrive to pay homage at the Sacred Garden where the ‘Enlightened One’ was born. A famous landmark is the Ashoka Pillar raised by the great Emperor who converted to Buddhism. Today Lumbini has been enlivened by the multitude of architecturally beautiful temples, stupas and monasteries built by various international Buddhist communities.

Overnight at Hotel in Lumbini. (Breakfast Included)
Day 6 Day 6: Sightseeing In Lumbini And Same Day Drive To Palpa On A Private Tourist Vehicle.
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Sightseeing In Lumbini And Same Day Drive To Palpa On A Private Tourist Vehicle.

Half Day Sightseeing of Lumbini.

Lumbini is hallowed ground as Shakyamuni Buddha was born here in southern Nepal more than twenty-five hundred years ago. As a sacred birthplace, it is an important pilgrimage site for Buddhists from around the globe. Many excavations have taken place here around this small town in the southern Terai plains of Nepal. Ruins of the old city are clearly visible and many artifacts were unearthed during the excavation. Shakyamuni Buddha was born a prince to the ruler of the little principality. Important landmarks are the Maya Devi temple and the Ashoka pillar. The remains of many ancient stupas and monasteries can be found in the surroundings of Lumbini. The Ashoka pillar is said to have been erected by the Indian Emperor Ashoka in 250 BC and bears an inscription confirming this as the birth place of the Buddha. A stone image of Maya Devi giving birth to Lord Buddha as she holds onto a branch is seen in the Maya Devi temple.

Later transfer from Lumbini to Tansen, Palpa; approximately 85 Kms / 3 hrs drive.

Tansen is a small ancient hill town situated 4300 meters above sea level. It is located on the way from Pokhara to Lumbini. Major attractions here are the ancient culture, excellent mountain views, serene atmosphere and friendly people. The weather here makes it a pleasant place to visit in any season. On clear days Dhaulagiri, Annapurna, Manaslu, Gauri Shankar and other peaks can be seen. Dhaka - the most popular hand woven cloth of Nepal comes from this region. The Nepali topi (national cap) is made of Dhaka and you can see the weavers at w work on their looms or see a bazaar of Dhakas in Tansen.

Overnight at Hotel in Palpa. (Breakfast Included)
Day 7 Day 7: Palpa – Pokhara Drive On A Private Tourist Vehicle.
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Palpa – Pokhara Drive On A Private Tourist Vehicle.

Transfer from Palpa to Pokhara; 115 kms/ 6 - 7 hours drive.Upon arrival, check in at hotel.

We wake up early today to catch a glimpse of the spectacular sunrise over the Himalayas. After we have breakfast we head to Pokhara on a tourist bus, van or a car, depending on the size of the group.

Overnight at Hotel. (Breakfast Included)
Day 8 Day 8: Sightseeing In Pokhara.
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Sightseeing In Pokhara.

Breakfast at the hotel. You will have a private vehicle and a professional tour guide at your disposal. The places we visit are as below:

Visit Sarangkot

Early in the morning about 45 minutes drive with 25 minutes hike take us to the top of Sarangkot to see the best sunrise and close views of many mountains like Annapurna range, Dhaulagiri, Fishtail including views of the beautiful the Pokhara Valley and Phewa lake. After we have some breakfast at Sarangkot, it’s a 15-minute walk down and 45 minutes drive to the hotel in Pokhara. Return to hotel for breakfast.

The rest of the day sightseeing tour of Pokhara consists of:

Bindhabasini Temple

Lies in the center of religious old bazaar. It is dedicated to Goddess Bhagwati, yet another manifestation of Shakti. The park grounds offer a fine picnic and relaxing area.

Davis fall

Locally known as Patale Chhango and in the southern flank of the Pokhara valley is where the stream flowing from Fewa Lake collapses and surges down the rock into a deep gorge, leaping through several potholes. This is hugely popular with tourists and locals alike.

Gupteshwor Cave

The revered Gupteshwor Cave is situated 2 kms from Pokhara airport. The entrance is right across from Devi’s fall and the cave is almost 3 kms long. It has some big hall-sized rooms and some passages where you have to crawl on all four. This cave holds special value to Hindus since a phallic symbol of Lord Shiva is preserved here in the condition it was discovered.

Phewa Lake and Barahi Temple

Situated at an altitude of 800m above sea level, it is the second largest lake in the kingdom. With the Barahi Island Temple in the middle of the lake it is the most important religious monument in Pokhara. Built almost in the middle of Phewa Lake, this two-storied pagoda is dedicated to the female force Shakti. The reflection of Mt. Machhapuchhare and Annapurna can be seen in its serene water. Thick forest lies on the adjoining southern slopes of the lake.

Seti River Gorges

Carved by Seti-Gandaki is one of the natural wonders of Pokhara. K.I. Singh bridge at Bagar, Mahendrapool & Prithivi highway Bridge near bus park, provides a perfect view of the river’s dreadful rush and the deep gorge made by the turbulent flow of white water.

Tibetan Refugee Camps

The Tibetan village Tashiling in the south and the Tashi Palkhel village in the north of Pokhara are renowned for the production and trade of woolen carpets and other handicrafts. The original Tibetan settlers in this region migrated to Nepal in the ‘50s.

Overnight at Hotel in Pokhara. (Breakfast Included)
Day 9 Day 9: Drive To Nayapul (1,010M) - 1 Hr. Trek To Tikhedunga (1,570M) - 3 Hrs
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Drive To Nayapul (1,010M) - 1 Hr. Trek To Tikhedunga (1,570M) - 3 Hrs

We begin our trek at Nayapul after a 1-hour drive on a private vehicle from Pokhara. After a short 15-minute walk along the banks of the Modi Khola, we reach Birethanti (1,015m) a large village with many shops and teahouses. From there, the trail continues through the village and follows the north bank of the Bhurungdi Khola. The trail climbs steadily up the side of the valley to Hille at 1,495m and after a short climb, we reach Tikhedhunga at 1,570m. Today’s walk is relatively short and easy, a prelude to the trekking experience in the Annapurna region.

Overnight at a guesthouse. (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included)
Day 10 Day 10: Trek To Ghorepani (2,840M) - 5 Hrs
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 10: Trek To Ghorepani (2,840M) - 5 Hrs

We move on towards the steep climb to Ulleri, a large Magar village at an altitude of 2,070m. The trail ascends more gently from this point, through fine forests of oak and rhododendrons towards Banthanti at 2,250m. Then we trek towards Nangethanti at 2,460m. After an hour walk we arrive, at Ghorepani (2,840m).

Overnight at a guesthouse. (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included)
Day 11 Day 11: Hike Up To Poon Hill (3,210M); And Onto Tadapani (2,610M) - 6 Hrs
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 11: Hike Up To Poon Hill (3,210M); And Onto Tadapani (2,610M) - 6 Hrs

Today, very early in the morning, we start an hour hiking to Poon Hill at an elevation of 3,210m, a brilliant mountain range spectacle; this vantage point provides an unobstructed view of the sunrise over the high Himalayas. There we spend about 1 hour, then returning to Ghorepani we take a hot breakfast at a hotel. Then we make a climb along ridges, and through pine and rhododendron forests to Deurali (2,960m). After that we descend to the Banthanti, then turning off to Tadapani.

Overnight at a guesthouse. (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included)
Day 12 Day 12: Trek To Ghandruk (1,940M) - 4 Hrs
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 12: Trek To Ghandruk (1,940M) - 4 Hrs

From Tadapani the trail descends through forests to Ghandruk, a village of Gurung people, one of the ethnic groups of Nepal. They have their own dialect, culture, costume, and life style. Ghandruk is also home to many Gurkha soldiers. It is a famous destination for trekkers as it is known for its beautiful mountain views and also because it’s within easy reach from Pokhara and Kathmandu. We have the afternoon to visit the Annapurna Conservation Office, museums and explore the village.

Overnight at a guesthouse. (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included)
Day 13 Day 13: Trek To Nayapul (1,010M) And Drive To Pokhara.
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 13: Trek To Nayapul (1,010M) And Drive To Pokhara.

Today, we are going to end our trek at Nayapul followed by a short drive back to Pokhara. After reaching pokhara,you can have a relaxing afternoon and take some stroll around the lake side.

Overnight at the hotel. (Breakfast and Lunch Included)
Day 14 Day 14: Pokhara – Kathmandu Drive By Private Tourist Vehicle.
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 14: Pokhara – Kathmandu Drive By Private Tourist Vehicle.

Today transfer to Kathmandu from Pokhara by surface; 200 Kms / 6 hrs drive.

After returning to Kathmandu, you have the afternoon and the evening to stroll along the streets of Kathmandu for some last-minute shopping. There is a farewell dinner in a typical Nepalese restaurant with cultural performances. You have the option to extend your trip to continue onto rafting adventure, Kathmandu valley shopping tour, mountain biking and other activities.

Overnight at Hotel. (Breakfast and Farewell Dinner Included)
Day 15 Day 15: Transfer To The International Airport For Your Final Departure
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 15: Transfer To The International Airport For Your Final Departure

The trip concludes - our airport representative will drop you at the international airport in Kathmandu for your flight departure from Nepal.

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Day 1: Arrive At Kathmandu Airport (1345 Meters).

Day 2: Pre-Trip Meeting And Guided Sightseeing In Kathmandu, Bhaktapur And Drive To Nagarkot On A Private Tourist Vehicle.

Day 3: Nagarkot – Chitwan Drive On A Private Tourist Vehicle.

Day 4: Full Day Jungle Activities

Day 5: Chitwan – Lumbini Drive On A Private Tourist Vehicle- 5 Hrs Drive.

Day 6: Sightseeing In Lumbini And Same Day Drive To Palpa On A Private Tourist Vehicle.

Day 7: Palpa – Pokhara Drive On A Private Tourist Vehicle.

Day 8: Sightseeing In Pokhara.

Day 9: Drive To Nayapul (1,010M) - 1 Hr. Trek To Tikhedunga (1,570M) - 3 Hrs

Day 10: Trek To Ghorepani (2,840M) - 5 Hrs

Day 11: Hike Up To Poon Hill (3,210M); And Onto Tadapani (2,610M) - 6 Hrs

Day 12: Trek To Ghandruk (1,940M) - 4 Hrs

Day 13: Trek To Nayapul (1,010M) And Drive To Pokhara.

Day 14: Pokhara – Kathmandu Drive By Private Tourist Vehicle.

Day 15: Transfer To The International Airport For Your Final Departure

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