Itinerary:
Day 01: Arrival to Kathmandu [1,330 m]
Day 02: Drive to Pokhara [970 m] Via Rafting. (B,L)
Day 03: Drive to Nayapul trek to Ulleri [2,020 m]. "B,L,D". (Drive 01-01:30 Hours). Trek (05-06 Hrs).
Day 04: Trek to Ghorepani [2,810 m]. "B,L,D". Trek (03-04 Hrs).
Day 05: Sunrise trip to Poonhill in the morning back to Ghorepani, Trek to Chule [2,375 m] via Tadapani [2,645 m]. “B,L,D”. Trek (06-07 Hrs).
Day 06: Trek to Ghandruk [1,945 m] afternoon village visit. “B,L,D”. Trek (03-04 Hrs).
Day 07: Trek to Kimchel and drive to Pokhara [930 m]. “B,L”. (Trek+Car). Trek (05-06 Hrs). (Drive 01-01:30 Hours).
Day 08: Pokhara drive to Chitwan National Park [850 m]. (B,L,D).
Day 09: In Chitwan National Park [850 m]. (B,L,D).
Day 10: Breakfast at Hotel drive to Kathmandu [1,330 m]. (B).
Day 11: Free day in Kathmandu [1,330 m]. (B).
Day 12: Fly back home [1,330 m]. (B).
Detail Itinerary:
Day 01: Arrival to Kathmandu [1,330 m] - (B): Upon your arrival, a representative from Adventure Treks Nepal will be waiting outside the airport gates to take you to the hotel. Depending on time of arrival, plans will be made for a briefing meeting once you have settled in. Please let us know if there is anything special you would like to do while in Kathmandu and we can help you arrange that. Overnight stay at Hotel.
Day 02: Drive to Pokhara [970 m] Via Rafting- (B): After an early breakfast, you drive to the rafting starting point where we will begin rafting for about two to three hours on exhilarating rapids. You will then drive to the city of Pokhara to get the chance to view the natural beauty of this area. Overnight stay at Hotel.
Day 03: Drive to Nayapul, trek to Ulleri [2,020 m] - (B,L,D): After your breakfast at the hotel in Pokhara we begin our drive to Nayapul which is approximately 40 k.m. from Pokhara. The drive will take around 1 hour 30 min after which we will begin our trek. The first part of the trail takes us to Birethati where we will check in our ACAP permit and TIMS. We then cross the river at Birethati and head left along the gentle slope to Tikhedhunga where we cross the BhurungdiKhola River on two suspension bridges. After crossing the river we will start the steep climb to Ulleri where we will be spending the night. Overnight stay at Tea House.
Day 04: Trek to Ghorepani [2,810 m] - (B,L,D): After breakfast we continue our trek towards Ghorepani through the settlements of Banthati and Nangethati. We also pass a spring inside the forest after Banthati. Crossing the spring by a bridge we continue towards our destination. Occasional views of the peaks give way to a narrower valley, passing through Rhododendron forest then eventually reaching the village of Ghorepani where we spend a night. Overnight stay at Tea House.
Day 05: Ghorepani to Chule [2,375 m] via Tadapani [2,630 m] - (B,L,D): Your guide will check the weather forecast and let you know the sunrise time. We will hike up to Poonhill early in the morning and return back to tea house for breakfast. The sunrise from Ghorepani is said to be one of the best sunrise as the Annapurna, Dhaulagiri and Manaslu Himalayan Range which includes Nilgiri, Tukuche Peak, Annapurna South, Dhaulagiri, Annapurna I, Barahi Shikhar, Machhapuchhre offer breathtaking views.
After breakfast we continue trekking towards Chuile. The first part of the trek is a ascend to Thabala Hill from where we will observe magnificent views of the Himalayas. We will then descend down to Deurali where we pass few teahouses and continue towards Banthanti where we will have our lunch. The trail then is a descend to a river from where we again climb up to Tadapani from where we take a left towards Chule. Overnight stay at Tea House.
Day 06: Chule Ghandruk [1,945m] - (B,L,D): From Chule the trail descends through forests to Ghandruk. Ghandruk is 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 within easy reach from Pokhara and Kathmandu. We have the afternoon to visit the Annapurna conservation office, Museum and explore the village. Overnight stay at Tea House.
Day 07: Trek to Kimche drive to Pokhara [970 m] - (B,L): This is the last day of our trek. Today we will be having a relatively easy trek as we will just be trekking for around 02 hours. The views of Annapurna south, Hiunchuli, Annapurna III, Gangapurna and Fishtail are just extraordinary from Ghandruk . After breakfast we begin to descend on a trail towards Batase Danda. From Batase Danda it is just an approximately half an hour trek to Kimche. We take a Jeep or Bus from Kimche to Pokhara. The Jeep or Bus ride will be around 2-3 hours and the road moves along the Modi Khola. The evening is free time so you can have a good time around the lakeside area. Overnight stay at Hotel.
Day 08: Pokhara Drive to Chitwan National Park [850 m] - (B,L,D): Today we will head towards Chitwan. After your breakfast at the Hotel we will begin our drive which will take 4 to 5 hours. Once you arrive at Chitwan, a short briefing is made regarding your stay in Chitwan. If any queries feel free to ask us. After Lunch visit to Tharu village. Tharu are the local people living in Chitwan area since a long period of time. Then we head towards Tharu Cultural museum where we will know more about the history of the Tharu people followed by a walk to the Rapti River Bank to observe spectacular sunset. Return back to hotel for Dinner and head to Tharu Stick Dance programme to observe outstanding display of Dance with sticks by Tharu people. Overnight stay at Hotel.
Day 09: In Chitwan National Park [850 m] - (B,L,D): Today we will be having remaining wildlife activities. After breakfast we will head out for Dog-out canoeing followed by a short jungle hike that takes us to elephant breeding centre. We will spend some time in the Breeding centre and return back to hotel for Lunch. We then will head to Rapti River to witness elephant bath. You can also join the elephant while it is bathing which is a great experience. After that we will go on elephant safari where we will be on elephants back exploring the Chitwan National Park furthermore. Return back to hotel. Remaining time is free for refreshments. Dinner will be served at the Hotel. Overnight stay at Hotel.
Day 10: Breakfast at Hotel Drive to Kathmandu [1,330 m] - (B): Our last day at Chitwan allows us to enter the National Park for bird watching session. A wildlife Guide will lead you to the Jungle to see some of the birds around the National Park. We will then return back to Hotel for Breakfast. After breakfast drive back to Kathmandu. On arrival, we transfer to the hotel. The remainder of the day is at leisure. Overnight stay at Hotel.
Day 11: Free day in Kathmandu [1,330 m] - (B): There are plenty of interesting sites to visit in the Kathmandu valley like the Old Palaces at Patan, Bhaktapur, Durbar square, Swayambhunath (the monkey temple or you may wonder down town Thamel to shop for souvenirs and sample the various restaurants of Kathmandu. We are happy to offer you some recommendations. Overnight stay at Hotel.
Day 12: Fly back home [1,330 m] - (B): A representative from Adventure Treks Nepal will drop you to the airport. Return back with memories that will last lifelong.
Note: If the above itinerary does not meet your needs, we can design individualized travel plans based on your preferences.