Meals

All standard meals during the trek (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner).

Transport

Airport / Hotel / Airport pick up & drop off service by private tourist vehicle. Guided city tour in Kathmandu by private tourist vehicle. Guided city tour at Pokhara, Chitwan and city to city trip by private tourist vehicle.

Others

Down Jacket and sleeping bag by Sherpa Expedition and Trekking (only during winter which needs to be returned after the trek). All trekking permits, (ACAP) Annapurna Conservation Area permit TIMS and national park fee Travel expense from Pokhara – Kathmandu in a tourist bus Sightseeing/Monument entrance fees in Kathmandu, Chitwan, and Pokhara. Farewell dinner in typical Nepali Restaurant with cultural dance show (on the second last day). All our government taxes, vat, tourist service charges. Official expenses.

Accommodation

Twin sharing accommodation in a three-star hotel in Kathmandu; Breakfast included (3 nights). Twin sharing accommodation in a resort in Chitwan. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner included (2 nights). Twin sharing accommodation in a three-star hotel in Pokhara; Breakfast included (3 nights) Guesthouse accommodation during the trek in mostly twin-share and occasionally dormitory-style rooms.

Optional

The required number of local staff and porters to carry your luggage and equipment during the trek

Guide

Local Sherpa Expedition and Trekking licensed English speaking trekking guide.

Not included:

Insurance

Your personal Travel insurance.

Flights

International flight fare.

Others

Meals in Kathmandu and Pokhara. Nepal entry visa fee. International airfare. Your personal expenses. All the alcoholic and nonalcoholic hot and cold drinks. Battery charging and hot shower during the trek on the tea houses. Tips for the guide, porter, and driver (Tipping is expected).

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Day 1 Day 1: Arrival In Kathmandu (1,350M) & Transfer To Hotel.
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Arrival In Kathmandu (1,350M) & Transfer To Hotel.

A representative from Sherpa Expedition & Trekking will meet you at Tribhuvan International Airport and take you to your hotel in Thamel. Kathmandu.

Note: Either on Day 01 or 02 depending upon your arrival, there will be a pre-trek meeting. During the meeting, we will introduce you to your tour leader/guide. Please seek this opportunity to ask questions about the trip. We will also supply you with our trek duffel bag and sleeping bag. For the meeting, please make sure you bring your passport, three passport-size photos and a readable copy of your travel insurance policy. We will ask you to sign a legally binding trip form as well as a non-liability disclaimer.

Overnight at a hotel. No meals included.
Day 2 Day 2: Guided Sightseeing Around Kathmandu Valley.
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Guided Sightseeing Around Kathmandu Valley.

Today we head out sightseeing in Kathmandu Valley with our guide. We will visit Pashupatinath, which is the holiest Hindu temple in Nepal and a place where pilgrims worship Lord Shiva (situated on the banks of the holy Bagmati River), Bouddhanath, a Buddhist temple known as ‘Little Tibet’ and then to Swayambhunath (the Monkey Temple). From Swayambhunath we drive to Kathmandu’s celebrated Durbar Square, a UNESCO World Heritage-listed site located in front of the former royal palace. The next stop is a visit to Bhaktapur Durbar Square and Patan Durbar Square. After the tour of Kathmandu Valley, you will be taken back to your hotels in Thamel where you can browse the shops or relax over a coffee in one of the many cafes.

Overnight at a hotel. Breakfast included.
Day 3 Day 3: Drive To Charaudi For Rafting At The Trishuli River & Head Over To Chitwan (4,15M) Duration 7-8 Hours.
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Drive To Charaudi For Rafting At The Trishuli River & Head Over To Chitwan (4,15M) Duration 7-8 Hours.

This morning we head to Charaudi, a 2 hour 85-kilometer drive from Kathmandu. At Charaudi we will head out on a 2.5-hour white water rafting adventure down the Trishuli River. The Trishuli River passes through some impressive gorges, on a few rapids and then on to some calmer waters. We will then head for Chitwan in a private tourist vehicle through the hills and over rivers until we arrive at Kurintar after a three-hour drive.

Overnight at a resort hotel. Breakfast, lunch and dinner included.
Day 4 Day 4: Activities In Chitwan National Park.
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Activities In Chitwan National Park.

This morning we will head into the national park for a Jeep Safari/Jungle Walk. After lunch, we will take a canoe ride down the river and see crocodiles on the riverbanks. Chitwan National Park is a World Heritage site that is home to several rare and endangered species, such as the Bengal Tiger, rhinos, elephants, and crocodiles. After lunch, we will visit the Elephant Breeding Centre and learn about their eating and breeding habits. In the afternoon we will witness a Tharu Cultural Program.

Overnight at the resort hotel. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.
Day 5 Day 5: Drive To Pokhara 98,50M0 Duration 5-6 Hours.
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Drive To Pokhara 98,50M0 Duration 5-6 Hours.

This morning we head off by private tourist vehicle to Pokhara, an approximately 5-hour drive from Chitwan. It is a scenic drive where you get to view many rural settlements along the way and also have some great views of the Himalayan Mountains. On arrival, we will check in to our hotel near “Lakeside” and prepare for our trek tomorrow.

Overnight at a hotel. Breakfast included.
Day 6 Day 6: Drive To Nayapul & Trek To Ghandruk (1,950M) Duration 6-7 Hours.
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Drive To Nayapul & Trek To Ghandruk (1,950M) Duration 6-7 Hours.

Today we have a 3-hour drive from Pokhara to Kimche via Nayapul and Birethanti (a tourist checkpoint). We then follow head out on the trail to Kimche and pass through the charming villages of Sauli Bazaar and Chane. We then cross the Khumnu Khola (river) before coming to the Gurung town of Ghandruk where we will stay overnight. At Ghandruk we have fantastic views of Machapuchare (Fishtail 6993m), Annapurna South (7219m), and Hiunchuli (6441m).

Overnight at a guesthouse. Breakfast, lunch and dinner included.
Day 7 Day 7: Trek To Tadapani (2,700M) Duration 3-4 Hours.
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Trek To Tadapani (2,700M) Duration 3-4 Hours.

This morning we head for Tadapani, a trail that is uphill and heading to higher elevations. On the trail, you will see rhododendron trees, white monkeys in the treetops, and the Himalayan Mountains around you.

Overnight at a guesthouse. Breakfast, lunch and dinner included.
Day 8 Day 8: Trek To Ghorepani (2,860M) Duration 6-7 Hours.
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Trek To Ghorepani (2,860M) Duration 6-7 Hours.

Today we have a 6 to 7-hour trek to Ghorepani. The trail follows hundreds of stairs uphill and through the forest. Along the trail, you will see several waterfalls while following the trail through the dense forest.

Overnight at a guesthouse. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.
Day 9 Day 9: Hike To Poonhill (3210M) And Trek Down To Ulleri (2070 M) Duration 5-6 Hours.
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Hike To Poonhill (3210M) And Trek Down To Ulleri (2070 M) Duration 5-6 Hours.

We are up early this morning and trek for about one hour in order to reach Poon Hill as the sun comes up. From the top, we have some awesome views of Annapurna, Machapuchare, Dhaulagiri, Hiunchuli and other snow-covered peaks. We will then head back to the guesthouse for breakfast. The trail heads on through rhododendron trees, past streams and you will hear the birds twittering among the trees. Ulleri is a gorgeous village where we will stay overnight.

Overnight at a guesthouse. Breakfast, lunch and dinner included.
Day 10 Day 10: Trek To Nayapul & Drive To Pokhara (8,50M) Duration 5-6 Hours.
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 10: Trek To Nayapul & Drive To Pokhara (8,50M) Duration 5-6 Hours.

Today is the last day on the trail as we head to Nayapul and then a short drive back to Pokhara. After reaching Pokhara, you can sit back and relax at Lakeside and enjoy a drink while watching the sunset over the Annapurna Mountains.

Overnight at a hotel. Breakfast and lunch included.
Day 11 Day 11: Sightseeing At Pokhara.
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 11: Sightseeing At Pokhara.

This morning we begin with a tour by private vehicle of Pokhara. From Pokhara you can see the Annapurna Ranges in the distance and best seen in the clear morning light. We will first head to Sarangkot to see the magnificent sunrise. There are eight mountains that seem to be so close when viewed at sunrise. You will be able to clearly identify Mt. Machapuchare (Fish Tail) in the distance. Our next stop is Devi’s Falls just two kilometers from Pokhara. The water plunges directly down into a narrow gorge and is considered a risky place to swim. A tourist by the name of David drowned here, hence it also being referred to as David Falls. Close to the falls is Gupteshwor Cave that is almost 3 kilometers long and of special significance to Hindus with its phallic symbol of Lord Shiva is preserved here. We will also visit The Tibetan camp Tashi Ling, which is behind Gupteshwor Cave and is 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. We will then head back to Phewa Tal where you can take a boat trip along the 1.5 kilometer lake and visit Barahi Temple that sits on an island in the middle of the lake. At one end of the lake is the Seti Gandaki River.

Overnight at a hotel. Breakfast Included.
Day 12 Day 12: Drive Back To Kathmandu (1,350M) Duration 6-7 Hours.
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 12: Drive Back To Kathmandu (1,350M) Duration 6-7 Hours.

Today we head back on a 6 to 7-hour drive to Kathmandu with many fond memories of Nepal and its unique culture and geography. These memories will be with you for a lifetime. After arriving back at Kathmandu you will have time to explore the city or wander around Thamel and do some last-minute shopping. This evening we will have a farewell dinner at a typical Nepalese restaurant with a cultural performance and a chance to say farewell to your guide and fellow travelers.

Overnight at a hotel in Kathmandu. Breakfast and farewell dinner included.
Day 13 Day 13: Transfer To The International Airport For Your Final Departure.
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 13: Transfer To The International Airport For Your Final Departure.

A representative from Sherpa Expedition and Trekking will drop you to the Kathmandu international airport three hours prior to your scheduled departure from Nepal. Now you have had a taste of what is to offer in Nepal you can now plan your next exciting journey to this magnificent mountainous country.

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Itinerary of your trip Nepal Himalayan Highlights

Day 1: Arrival In Kathmandu (1,350M) & Transfer To Hotel.

Day 2: Guided Sightseeing Around Kathmandu Valley.

Day 3: Drive To Charaudi For Rafting At The Trishuli River & Head Over To Chitwan (4,15M) Duration 7-8 Hours.

Day 4: Activities In Chitwan National Park.

Day 5: Drive To Pokhara 98,50M0 Duration 5-6 Hours.

Day 6: Drive To Nayapul & Trek To Ghandruk (1,950M) Duration 6-7 Hours.

Day 7: Trek To Tadapani (2,700M) Duration 3-4 Hours.

Day 8: Trek To Ghorepani (2,860M) Duration 6-7 Hours.

Day 9: Hike To Poonhill (3210M) And Trek Down To Ulleri (2070 M) Duration 5-6 Hours.

Day 10: Trek To Nayapul & Drive To Pokhara (8,50M) Duration 5-6 Hours.

Day 11: Sightseeing At Pokhara.

Day 12: Drive Back To Kathmandu (1,350M) Duration 6-7 Hours.

Day 13: Transfer To The International Airport For Your Final Departure.

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