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  • Duration: 15 Days
  • Destination: Nepal
  • Grade: Easy
  • Group Size: 01-08 pax
  • Highest Altitude on Trek: 1960 m
  • Seasons : all the year
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Annapurna area is the most popular trekking region in Nepal, every year visited by 70 percent of trekkers, and for good reason. the deep valleys and high mountains encircling the giant Annapurna himal embrace a wide range of peoples and terrains, from subtropical jungle to a geographic extension of high, dry , Tibetan Plateau. The scenery is superb mix of lush vegetation, mountain peaks and an endlessly changing procession of people.

Flora and Fauna
The range of geographical and climatic regions has led to a diverse variety of flora and fauna with in the Annapurna region. these parts of area are heavily cultivated and the landscape is terraced paddy fields for most of the year.the higher up in the hills the natural vegetation changes from the tropical species to more temperate stands of forest trees including oak, beech and rhododendron.

Day 01: Arrival and transfer to hotel in kathmandu.

Day 02: Sight seeing around Kathmandu valley with English speaking guide.

Day 03, 04, 05: visiting  Chitwan national park ( 5-6 hour of driving)

Day 06:  Chitwan to Bandipur Hill resort ( 3-4 hour of driving)

Day 07:    Bandipur Hill resort to Pokhara (3 hour of driving)

Day 08: Sunrise tour to Sarangkot than trek to Naudanda for 10k.m.

Day 09: Pokhara to Nyapul than trek to Ghandruk village (1940m)

Day 10: Ghandruk village to Deaurali Danda (2250m)

Day 11:  Deurali Danda to Dampus Phedi to Pokhara

Day12: Free day in Pokhara

Day 13:   Pokhara to Kathmandu by private transport

Day 14: Sight seeing tour to Bhaktapur city and Changu Narayan Temple.

Day 15: Departure for onwards destination (Tour Ends)

Day01: Arrival and Transfer to Hotel in Kathmandu.Upon arrival in Kathmandu, you are met at the airport and transferred to your hotel. Our airport representative will be holding a play card with your name at arrival hall. The drive from the airport to the hotel is around 20 minutes

Day02: sight seeing tour by private car with English speaking culture guide

(Hanuman Dhoka Kathmandu durbar square)

It is the historic seat of royalty. The Durbar Square, with its old temples and palaces, epitomizes the religious and cultural life of people. It is here that kings of Nepal are crowned and their coronations solemnized. Interesting things to see here are, Taleju temple built by king Mahendra Malla in 1954 AD, the temple of Kal Bhairab , the god of destruction, Nautale durbar, the statue of King Pratap Malla, the big drum and the Jaganath temple. It was listed in the UNESCO world heritage monument list in 1979.On the right hand corner, a large wooden lattice screen hides an enormous gilded face of Sweta Bhairab. The screen is removed only during the Indra Jatra festival.. there are also the Numismatic museum and Tribhuban museum inside the Hanuman Dhoka palace building . Photography is prohibited inside the museums. Both the mseums remain closed on Tuesday and government holidays.

Swoyambhunath (Monkey Temple)

This is one of the world‘s most glorious Buddhist Chaityas. It is said to be 2,000 years old. Painted on the four sides of the spire’s base are the all seeing eyes of Lord Budhha. It is 3Km west of Kathmandu city and it situated on a hillock about 77 m commands an excellent view of the Valley. This stupa is the oldest of its kind in Nepal. It was listed in the UNSCO world Heritage Monument List in 1979.

Bouddhanath Stupa

The stupa of Baudhanath lies 8 km east of Kathmandu. This ancient colossal Stupa is one of the beggest in the world. It was listed in the UNESCO world Heritage Monument List in 1979.

Pasupatinath Temple( Hindu Temple)

Situated 5km east of kathamandu, the temple of Lord Shiva, Pashupatinath, with two tired golden roof and silver door is considered one of the holiest for Hindus. Although only Hindus are allowed inside the temple, visitors can clearly see the temple and the activites performed in the Temple premises from the eastern bank of the Bagmati river. The Temple was listed in the UNESCO world heritage Monument List in 1979

Patan

The ancient city of Patan, lying 5 km southwest of kathmandu, is known as the city of fine arts, The city is full of Hindu temples and Buddhist monuments. The diversity of the medieval culture that allowed both Hinduism and Buddhism to flourish has left a rich legacy of impressive sightseeing in this city for today’s visitors.

Patan Durbar Square:

Situated in the heart of the city, constitutes the focus of visitor’s attraction. The square is full of ancient palaces, Temple and shrines, noted for their exquisite carvings. The Patan durbar Square consist of three main chowks or countryards, the Central Mul Chowk, Sundari Chowk and Keshar narayan Chowk, The Sundari Chowk holds in its center a masterpiece of stone architecture. The Royal Bath called Tushahity. It was listed in the UNESCO world Heritage Monument list in 1979.

Krishna Mandir:

Built in 1637 AD, the temple of Lord Krishaa holds a commanding position in the palace complex of Patan. It is supposed to be the first specimen of Shikhara style architecture in Nepal. It is the only temple in Nepal having 21 spires and is completely 21 spires and is completely mad of stone.

Day03,04 05, : Kathmandu to Chitwan national park by private transport.(5-6 hours of driving)

Jungle Safari in NepalNepal is a land of extreme contrasts in climate and geography. It has a unique topography ranging from lowlands with sub-tropical jungles to arctic conditions in the Himalayan highlands. Within a mere 150 kilometers, the land rises from near sea level in the south to over 8,000 meters in the north. This together with the monsoon rainfall along the south facing slopes has resulted in compacting virtually all climate zones found on planet earth. as result , Nepal has been endowed with the great diversity of life- zones providing a home for a large variety , birds and animals.

Terai lowland is the richest habitat with the tall grasslands interspersed with reverie and hardwood sal forest. Here one can see wild life such as the swamp deer, musk deer, black buck, blue bull, and the Royal Bengal tiger, Gharial and mugger crocodiles, and the last breed of Asiatic wild buffalo. This area is also rich in birdlife with verity of babblers and orioles, Koles and drongos , peacocks and floricans, and a multitude of wintering wildfowl.

Once the famous big game hunting areas in Asia , Chitwan National park now offers protection to a large array of mammals such as the one- horned rhinoceros, tiger , leopard, sloth bear and the gaur ( wild bison ) as well as more then 400 species of birds.

First day

On your arrival at Chitrasari you will be received by our staff. You will then be transferred to our Resort where you will be offered refreshments & be given a briefing on our Resort & its facilities. After being given your programe for the day, your room will then be allocated to you.

1:00- Lunch.

15:00 - Elephant briefing & bathing.

16:00 - Elephant safari. An excellent opportunity to see four different kinds of deer, rhinoceros, wild boar, monkeys, leopard, sloth bear and the Royal Bengal Tiger (if you are lucky). You will also encounter many other smaller mammals that have made Chitwan their home.

19:00 - Thaw cultural dance presentation (which you can also participate in) by the local villagers or a slide show presentation on almost everything under the Chitwan sun.

20:00 - Dinner.

Second day:   Activities at inside the park (Elephant back ride, jungle walk, canoe trip, tharu stick dance and Elephant wash).

05:30 - Wake up call.

06:00 - Tea/coffee followed by nature walk. An excellent opportunity to see a great many of those 524 different species of birds found in Chitwan.

07:50 - Breakfast.

09:00 - Canoe ride along the Rapti river. An excellent opportunity for bird watching and for seeing the 2 rare species of crocodiles; the Marsh Mugger and the fish eating Gharial.

10:00 - Visit to the Government Elephant Breeding Center. Walk/drive back through the Tharu villages to our Resort where you can take a leisurely swim or relax by the poolside. You can also spend the time before lunch to gaze at the fishes found in Chitwan in your own fish pond or play a game of tennis or pool table with your friends or just spend a few quiet moments in our library with a book. You can even let your children play by themselves in our children’s playground. Your choices are limitless.

13:00 - Lunch.

15:00 - Visit to the National Park Visitor’s center where you can learn more about the history of the National Park and about wildlife.

16:00 - Village tour to a nearby ethnic Thaw village where you will learn more about the life and lifestyles of the Thaws.

19:00 - Tharu cultural dance presentation or a slide show presentation.

20:00 - Dinner.

Third day: Activities at chitwan national park

05:30 - Wake up call. Tea/coffee followed by elephant safari, nature walk or you can just spend the morning as you prefer.

07:30 - Breakfast.

09:00 - Drive to Bees Hazzar Taal (Twenty thousand lakes) where you will see crocodiles and lots of birds in and around these lakes.

11:00 - Back to our Resort where you can spend time at leisure.

13:00 - Lunch.

15:00 - Jungle Drive through the grasslands, riverine forests and sal forests to Kasara (the National Park’s head quarters) Gharial hatchery farm where you will learn about how crocodiles are brought up at this farm & then later released into the rivers.

19:00 - Thorn cultural dance presentation or a slide show presentation.

20:00 - Dinner.

Day06: Chitwan national park to Bandipur Hill Resort.(3-4 hours of driving)

05:30 - Wake up call. Tea/coffee followed by elephant safari, nature walk or you can just spend the morning as you prefer.

07:30 - Breakfast.

09:00 - Departure for Bandipur hill resort

Bandipur

A tiny village with spectacular view of mountains, Bandipur is located in Tanahu district about 140KM from Kathmandu. This is the best hill station to view mount everest, Bandipur’s hallmark is its beautiful scenery. At the eastern part of the town is the pagoda roofed Bindabashini temple which houses goddess Durga, Bandipur’s guardian deity. The rich wooden carvings and detailed brass-work that adorn the temple are replicas of those found in the many old pagoda structures of the kathmandu valley. The other important temples and shrines in the vicinity include the Mahalaxmi temple with its exquisite woodwork and the Khadga Devi temple which comes alive once a year during the Dashain festival.

Day07: Bandipur to Pokhara valley(3 hours of driving)

After sight seeing around Bandipur Hill resort. Take a drive for 3 hours to Pokhara, it is about 75k.m.

Beautiful Pokhara valley

The beauty, they say, lies in the eyes of a beholder. That might be true to something beautiful, but what you want to tell about something sublime. If there is something that challenges Biblical Garden of Eden in its splendor and magnificence, it’s Pokhara – the ultimate destination for the wanderlusts and those who appreciate, of course, beauty in its pristine glory.

The enchanting valley of Pokhara valley is situated at an altitude of 827 meters from sea level. An incarnation of the religious heaven, this celestial city is also known as the “city of seven lakes”. Just 200 kilometers west of Kathmandu, it is linked by Air and by road from Kathmandu and the Indian border Sunauli. Pokhara offers magnificent views of Dhaulagiri, Fishtail, Manaslu, five peaks of Annapurna and others. This is one of the few places in the world to provide such a dramatic view in a sub-tropical setting. The nearest snow-capped mountain, Fishtail, is less then 30 kilometers from Pokhara. Pokhara’s numerous lakes offer fishing, boating and swimming.

Day08: Sunrise tour to Sarangkot by private bus than trek for 4 hour to Naudanda

Early in the morning drive about haif an hour to Gothadi village. From here trek for 45 minate to one hour to reach a tower of Sarangkot ( 1600mtr). From where you can see very beautiful sunrise and views of Annapurna range. After breakfast trek for 10 k.m. to Naudanda. Which will take approximate 3 hour.  Along the way, we will pass many different villages and school. There is a good views of Fewa lake , annapurna range and passing through rice paddy and beautiful terrace  along the way. After finishing trek take a bus ride for haif an hour to pokhara. During the day there is possible to visit different sight seeing spot in pokhara. Such as

Sarangkot       

The view of the Annapurna Himalaya from Sarangkot is almost a religious experience. From here, you can see a panoramic sweep of Himalayan peaks, from Dhaulagiri (8167m) in the west to the perfect pyramid that is Machhapuchhare (6997m) and the rounded peak of Annapurna II (7937m) in the east. Most people come here at dawn or dusk, when the sun picks out the peaks in brilliant colours.

Fewa lake

Fewa Lake, the second largest lake in the Kingdom, is the center of attraction in Pokhara. It is the largest and most enchanting of the three lakes that add to the resplendence of Pokhara.

Mahendra cave

Another of nature’s wonders in Pokhara is the Mahendra Gupha. This large limestone cave is locally known as the House of Bats, an apt name for it. A two-hour walk to the north of Pokhara, it is best to bring your own torch to see the stalactites and stalagmites, as well as the local winged residents.

Seti River

Another of Pokhara’s natural wonders that unfailingly interests visitors is the Seti river. Flowing right through the city, this river runs completely underground at places. Amazingly, at certain points the river appears hardly two meters wide. But its depth is over 20 meters!  Mahendra Pul, a small bridge near the old MissionHospital, provides a perfect view of the rivers’s dreadful rush and the deep gorge made by its powerful flow.

Barahi Temple

The Barahi temple is the most important monument in Pokhara. Built almost in the center of Phewa Lake, this two-storied pagoda is dedicated to the boar manifestation of Ajima, the protectress deity representing the female force Shakti. Devotees can be seen, especially on Saturdays, carrying male animals and fowl across the lake to be sacrificed to the deity.

Museum

The Pokhara Museum, located between the bus stop and Mahendra Pul, reflects the ethnic mosaic of western Nepal. The lifestyles and history of ethnic groups such as the Gurung, Thakali and the Tharu are attractively displayed through models, photographs and artifacts. One major attraction is a display highlighting the newly-discovered remains of an 8000-year-old settlement in Mustang.

Open daily, except Tuesdays and holidays, from 10 am to 5 pm

Devi’s Fall     

Locally known as the Patale Chhango (Hell’s Fall). Devi’s Fall (also known as Devin’s and David’s) is a lovely waterfall lying about two km south-west of the Pokhara airport on the Siddhartha Highway. Legend has it that a trekker (Devin, David..) was washed away by the Pardi Khola and disappeared down into an underground passage beneath the fall.

Day09: Pokhara to Nyapul than Trek to Ghandruk village ( 1940m)

After breakfast take a private transport to Nyapul. the drive will take one hour to reach Nyapul Bazar. From here trek about 20 minate to Birethanty. where all the permit will be checked. Follow the trail of bank of River ( Modi khola) till Sauli Bazar. from here Trail ascent all the way to Ghandruk village.

Ghandruk is one of the biggest and famous village in central Nepal. it is also known as village of Gurkha army. from where Mt Annapurna south, Himchuli, Fishtail and Mt Gangapurna can be seen. During the trek there is good views of rice paddies, river and small valley. over night at guest house.

Day 10: Ghandruk to Deurali Danda ( 2200m)

From here trail decent through village all the way to Modi Khola. after having a tea break at Modi Khola trail acents all the way to Deurali Danda. it is in middle of  forest and  top of hill. From where there is good views of valley and mountain.

Day11: Deurali Danda to Dhampus phedi to Pokhara

Today is very easy walk through forest and passing through  villages along the way. it will take about 3 hours of walking till Dhampus Phedi. from here take a private transport for 20 minate to Pokhara.

Day12: Free day in Pokhara

Day13: Pokhara to Kathmandu by private transport (6-7 hours of driving)

Day14: Sight seeing tour to  Bhaktapur city and Chagunarayan Temple

Bhaktapur is lying at 12 KM east of capital city Kathmandu. Bhaktapur is "the city of Devotees". It is locally known as "Khwopa and Bhadgaon" which is world renowned for its elegant art, fabulous culture , colourful festivals, traditional dances and indigenouslifestyle of different people of different religion. For its majestic monuments, temples and the native typical newar lifestyle best known for their long history of craftsmanship, the ancient city is also variously known as the " City of Culture ", "Living Heritage " , "Nepal’s Cultural Gem " and "An open museum". Given such unequaled opulence in ancient art and culture, Bhaktapur is more like an open museum, and the ambiance here is such that it instantly transports visitors back by centuries. This conch shaped hostoric city is spreading over an area of 6.88 square KM at 1,401 meters above sea level, which was founded in the 12th century by King Anand Dev Malla.Bhaktapur was the capital city of the Greater Malla Kingdom till the 15th century AD. The many of Bhaktapur’s greatest monuments were built by thethen Malla rulers.

The ancient ritual dances and festivals are still observed by the locals with the same fervour and ehthusiasm as their ancestors did centuries ago. King Yaksha Malla (15th ventury) heavily fortified this city. Bhaktapur has its gem in Durbar Squareand Changu Narayan temple-- a World  Heritage site listed by the UNESCO. Strewn with unique palaces, temples and monasteries best admired for their exquisite artworks in wood, metal and stone, the palatial enclave has bewitched pilgrims and travelers for centuries.Yet, they are not all though. Stretching all along the township, the panoramic Himalaya levitates in the skyline as if to keep vigilance on the city’senviable beauty and splendor.It grows from a collection of villages strung along the old trade route between India and Tibet.

Day15: Departure for onwards destination ( Tour Ends)

Price per person US$

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Hotel we use in this tour

Kathmandu Prince Hotel

Thamel, Chhetrapati, kathmandu, Nepal

Tel : 4255961, 4255282, Fax : 977-1-4255282

E-Mail : [email protected]

Website : www.kathmanduprincehotel.com

Or

Potala Guest House

Thamel, chetrapati, Kathmandu

Tel : 4226566, 4220467

Email: [email protected]

Website  : www.potalaguesthouse.com

Hotel we use in Chitwan national park

Tiger residency resort

Sauraha, Chitwan

Tel: 0977-56-580053

www.tigerresidency.com

Or

Unique wild resort

Kathmandu Office:

P. O. Box: 13818, Thamel, Kathmandu, Nepal.

Tel: +977 (1) 4258087, Fax: 4258573

E-mail: [email protected]

Website: www.uniquewildresort.com

Hotel we use in Bandipur

Bandipur Mountain resort

http://www.islandjungleresort.com.np/view.php?resort=bandipur-mountain-resort&pageid=5

Hotel we use in Pokhara

Pokhara village Resort

Lakeside, Pokhara, Nepal

Phone: 061-462427

Email: [email protected]

[email protected]

www.pokharavillage.com

or

Hotel Kantipur

Lakeside, Pokhara, Nepal

Phone: 977-61-460286, 461004, 464705

Fax: 977-61-464806

Website:- www.hotelkantipur.com

Or

Hotel Snowland (p) ltd

Lakeside-6, Pokhara

Website: www.hotelssnowlandpkr.com

What’s Included

  • Airport pick up and drop by private transport (International flight)
  • 3 night hotel in kathmandu at tourist standard hotel with Bed and Breakfast (centrally located, room with attach bathroom and hot and cold shower)
  • 4 night hotel in pokhara at standard hotel with Bed and Breakfast (Centrally located , room with attach bathroom and hot and cold shower)
  • All the ground transportation  by private transport
  • 2 night 3 days trekking in lodge with Bed and Breakfast ( Lodges are simple but clean
  • Enough and has a hot and cold shower)
  • Sleeping bag and down jacket for trekking
  • Annapurna park permit with Tims card ( we need two photograph for permit)
  • An experience trekking guide trained by ministry of tourism and one porter for every Two client ( price will include their salary, meals, transportation, equipment and insurance)
  • Trekking map for Annapurna region and necessary medicine
  • 1 night hotel in Bandipur mountain resort with Bed and Breakfast
  • All the sight seeing tour by private transport with English speaking guide
  • 3 night hotel in chitwan with all the meals ( Breakfast, lunch and Dinner)
  • All the activities at chitwan national park ( such as Elephant back ride, jungle walk, jeep drive, canoe trip, visiting elephant breeding center, culture dance and Elephant wash)
  • Nature guide with all the entrance fees at chitwan national park
  • English speaking guide for entire tour

What’s not Included

  • Personal bar bill, travel insurance/International airfare/Domestic airfare.
  • Items of personal expenses such as alcoholic drinks, cold drinks, laundry, tips for trekking staffs and hotels etc.
  • Nepal entry visa fee US$ 40 (duration 30 days from date of issue)- Available at Royal Nepalese Embassies and Royal Nepalese Consulates abroad or on arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu.
  • All the entrance fees of temple in Kathmandu and Pokhara valley
  • Lunch and Dinner beside chitwan national park (Allow US$20 per person per day. it is good enough for lunch and dinner and drinks)
  • Tips for trekking guide, nature guide, trekking porter, driver and tour leader
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