Breakfast at the hotel

After breakfast proceed for sightseeing tour of UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Kathmandu Durbar Square: Listed as one of the eight Cultural World Heritage Site by UNESCO, Kathmandu Durbar Square is cluster of ancient temples, palaces, courtyards and streets that date back to the 12th and 18th centuries. The visit of Durbar Square includes thetemple of Living Goddesses, who acknowledges the greetings of the devotees from the balcony of her temple residence, the Hanuman Dhoka Royal Palace, the historic seat of the Royalty; the magnificent Taleju Temple towering 40 meters. The capital takes its name from the giant pagoda of Kasthamandap, which is said to have been built of a single tree. The Kasthamandap has been destroyed in recent massive earthquake and will take some time to rebuild it. It has been the main focal point of the city’s social, religious and political from the Malla kings.   

Swayambhunath Located approximately 4 km west of Kathmandu, Buddhist stupa this is said to 2500 years old, the stupa which forms the main structure is composed of a solid hemisphere of brick and earth supporting a lofty conical spire capped by a pinnacle of copper gilt. Painted on the four sided base of the spire are the all-seeing eyes of Lord Buddha. This hill is a mosaic of small Chaityas and Pagodas temples. It is one of the holiest Buddhist Chaityas in Nepal and oldest of its kind. 

Patan 05 km from Kathmandu Patan also known as Lalitpur is the city of fine arts, enclosed within 4 stupas said to be built in 3rd century AD, by Emperor Ashoka. The city retains much of the old charm with its narrow streets, brick houses and multitude of well-preserved Hindu temples, Buddhist monasteries (vihars) and monuments. Here you will visit the Shikahara style Krishna Temple built by King Siddhi Narshing Malla, Hiranya Varna Mahavihar - dating from the 12th century, the three-storied shrine, also known as the Golden Temple. A trip to the Tibetan Refugee Camp and the Handicraft Center will also be done while visiting Patan, where you will witness the hand weaving of Tibetan carpets and molding of metal statues.

Overnight at hotel

Breakfast at the hotel

After breakfast proceed for Pokhara.

Pokhara The rare combination of snow-clad peaks and snow fed lakes and rivers has helped to make the valley of Pokhara one of the most picturesque natural attractions in the kingdom. The altitude of Pokhara varies from 780 m to 1350 m. It is located virtually in the geographical center of Nepal. Located on the main road between Kathmandu and Bhairahawa, there may be no other place in the world from where Great Himalayas peaks can be admired from such a close distance. Three out of ten highest mountains in the world; Dhaulagiri, Annapurna and Manaslu – are within a linear distance of 50 km from the city. The Bindhyavasani Temple on its well-kept platform overlooks a modest amusement park. Phewa Lake, Skirted by a large numbers of unpretentious lodges and simple restaurant, is the most congenial spot for visitors. Due to its proximity to the Annapurna mountain range, the city is also a base for trekkers undertaking the Annapurna Circuit through the ACAP region of the Annapruna ranges in the Himalayas. The city offers a combination of nature and culture and is mostly known as the gateway to the trekking route “Round Annapurna”. Pokhara is also home of many Gorkha Soldier

Upon arrival Check In at hotel. Rest of the evening at leisure to walk around lake side (main tourist hub of Pokhara) on their own.

Overnight at hotel

Breakfast at the hotel

Pick up from hotel in Pokhara and drive to Kande (1770 m), 31 km and one hour drive on Baglung highway. We take the right hand track while gradually ascending through thin forest and reach Australian Camp (2220 m). It takes 1 hr 15 minutes time to reach Australian Camp, which offers the spectacular view of snow-clad mountains of Annapuran ranges (Annapurna South, 7219 m, Annapurna I, 8091 m, Annapurna III, 7555 m, Annapurna IV, 7525 m, Annapurna II, 7939), Hiunchuli (6441 m), Fish Tail (6993) Lamjung Himal (6932 m), Manaslu (8163) etc. Then, reach Pothana (1900 m) in 30 minute time, where ACAP check post is.

In next one and half hour time, stop at Deurali (2100 m) for lunch. Afterwards, reach Tolka (1700 m) in 1 and half hour for overnight stay and njoy view of Annapurna South & Himchuli.

Approx walking time 5 hours- depending on walking capacity of client

Overnight at Local Lodge

After breakfast in the morning, walk to Landruk (1565 m ) which can take about 1 and half hour time. Then walk down hill to Modi Khola in 30 minute time and after crossing the Modi Khola (river), a steep uphill walk will take you to Ghandruk, a large Gurung village, for the night stop. The walk is around 2 and half hrs offering the view of Annapurna South, Himchuli & Machhapuchhre (Fish Tail).

Approx walking time 5 hours- depending on your walking capacity.

Overnight at Local Lodge

Breakfast at the Lodge

After breakfast walk through beautiful forest from Ghandruk. After around 4 hours, we reach Tadapani and have good relaxation there to store energy for the days walk to Ghorepani.

Overnight at Local Lodge

The earlier part of our walk is downhill trek for ½ hours and then about 45 minutes uphill walk to Banthanti (2520m). We then see a gradual ascent through forest until Deurali (2990 m), 3 hour walk, the point from which we can see the views of Mt. Dhaulagiri,Tukche Peak, Putna Hiuchuli etc. An easy walk on levelled land for an hour will take us to Ghorepani for overnight stop. Here too we can go to local excursion of Ghorepani Villages.

Overnight at Local Lodge

An early morning excursion to POON HILL (3200 m) about an hour climb, which provides an unobstructed view of the high Himalayas such as Dhaulagiri (8167 m), Annapurna South (7219 m), Annapurna I (8091 m), Tukuche Peak (6920 m), Hiunchuli (6441 m), Fish Tail (6993 m), Annapurna III (7555 m), Annapurna IV (7525 m), Annapurna II (7939), Lamjung Himal (6932 m), Nilgiri South (6839 m), Manaslu (8163 m) etc. Poon Hill is one of the best places in the world for we can see superb views of the Himalayas. Come down to Ghorepani for breakfast. We take our return journey to Pokhara and walk all the way down to village of Ulleri (1960 m). We may encounter herds of mule carrying the essential commodities for Jomsom, which are considered to be the reliable means of transportation in the mountain. We have our lunch at Ulleri. Then further downhill walk to Tikhedhunga where we stop for the night.

Overnight at Local Lodge

Today we walk on flat land passing through several villages such as Hillle (1475 m), Sudame (1340 m), Lamdauli etc witnessing many trekkers and local habitant en-route. We reach Birethanti (1025 m) for lunch and a further 20 min trek to Nayapul to end our trek. Then, drive to Pokhara, a 41 km one and half hour drive.

Approx 4 Hours - depending on walking capacity of clients.

Overnight at hotel

Breakfast at the hotel

After breakfast proceed for Kathmandu

Upon arrival Check In at hotel

Rest of the day at Leisure for independent activities

Overnight at hotel

Breakfast at the hotel

Later proceed for sightseeing tour of Swayambhunath and Kathmandu City.

Swayambhunath located approximately 4 km, Buddhist stupa this is said to be more than 2000 years old. The stupa which forms the main structure is composed of a solid hemisphere of brick and earth supporting a lofty conical spire capped by a pinnacle of copper gilt. Painted on the four sided base of the spire are the all seeing eyes of Lord Buddha. This hill is a mosaic of small Chaityas and Pagoda temples.

Kathmandu City known as Kantipur, the capital of the Kingdom of Nepal. Here you will visit the temple of the Living Goddess, who acknowledges the greetings of the devotees from the balcony of her temple residence. Kasthamandap-the source of the name Kahtmandu and supposed to be made from the timber of a single tree and the Durbar Square are with its array of temples overlooked by the Hanuman Dhoka Palace, the ancient place of the Ex Nepalese Royalty.

Later in the afternoon proceed for sightseeing tour of Pashupatinath and Boudhnath.

Pashupatinath Temple Dedicated to Lord Shiva it is one of the most sacred Hindu shrines in the world. It lies 5 km. east of the city on the bank of the sacred Bagmati River. Thousands of pilgrims visit this temple every year during Shivaratri, the birthday of Lord Shiva. Entrance to the temple precinct is forbidden to non-Hindus. The Large, gilded triple-roofed temple was built in 1696 A.D. though 300 years earlier these was a structure on this site. Hindus are cremated on the cremation ghats here and their ashes scattered in the sacred river. One can usually see a cremation in progress.

Boudhnath This is the largest stupa in Nepal and one of the largest in the world located east of the valley. It was built by the Lichchhavi King Mana Dev in the 5th century A.D. The Rinpoches who reside here established Boudhnath as one of the most flourishing centres of Tibetan Buddhism in the world. The colossal ancient stupa is 36 metres high.

Overnight at hotel

Breakfast at the Hotel

Later transferred to Tribhuwan International airport to take flight back home with some great STORIES OF INDIA.  

END OF THE TOUR