Luxury Soft Adventure – 2 weeks in Nepal

After breakfast in the morning, we go for the Kathmandu sightseeing tour. We are going to do the UNESCO CULTURAL HERITAGE TOUR today which includes

Swoyambhunath – The oldest Buddhist Stupa in Kathmandu Valley, a beautiful abode for lots of monkeys thus also known as Monkey Temple, is also a perfect vantage point to see Kathmandu valley.

Boudhanath– the biggest Buddhist temple in the world; a site for Tibetan Buddhism where we can visit monasteries, watch the Holy Monks busy in their chanting ritual going around the temple.

Patan Durbar Square– A Medieval Royal Palace area which is also known as the city of fine arts, we can see the finest example of metal and stone carving back to 14th century and also the amazing Nepali Architecture

After breakfast drive about 5 beautiful village of Bandipur where you can enjoy the countryside nature. The village itself gives the impression of a medieval town and the walk along the village street is wonderful. Drive to Bandipur is very scenic alongside a beautiful river passing through many small towns.
The view of the Annapurna, Manaslu and many other mountain ranges from Bandipur is spectacular. Enjoy the natural beauty of Bandipur.

Stay overnight. B, D

Early morning see sunrise and mountain view from the laid back town of Bandipur and we drive to the lake city of Pokhara  stay in Pokhara – one of the most beautiful cities with view in the world.

Prepare for short 3 night 4 days trek. B

After breakfast we drive about 1 hour and follow the old trekking route that passes Through Traditional Villages like Nau Danda, Kande, Australian Camp. The trek offers Himalayan panorama views of Dhaulagiri 8140m, Annapurna South 7235m, Himchuli 6450m,Fishtail 6993m, and the entire amazing Annapurna range.

Stay in Australian camp. B, L, D

After breakfast we continue on a trail towards Landruk via the ridge to Deurali. You’ll pass through rhododendron forests teeming with exotic birds, as well as friendly Gurung villages like Chandrakot, Tolka, and Bheri Kharka. Keep an eye out for a small lake and panoramic mountain views, especially of the Annapurna South, as you get higher. The trail then descends through more scattered forests and villages with traditional houses until you reach Landruk where you’ll spend the rest of the day. B, L, D

Trekking time: 4 hours

Trekking distance: 5 miles (8 km)

Overnight: Landruk (5,135 feet / 1,565 m)

Accommodation: Teahouse

Enjoy the last moments of your higher elevation views with breakfast in Landruk. Then, the trail begins with a steep descent towards the Modi Khola (river) for about an hour, followed by a gentle ascent of 2 hours through forest with a long suspension bridge and great views of the Himalayas en route  to Jhinu  Danda, evening we enjoy a natural hot spring bath at Jhinu – 1800 mtr. B, L, D

Trekking time: 4 hours, Trekking distance: about 5 miles (8 km), Overnight: Jhinu

Accommodation: Teahouse

After breakfast we start climbing about 4 hours to Ghandruk , Eventually, you’ll reach the village of Ghandruk, one of the largest Gurung settlements in western Nepal. Once here, you will have time to enjoy the landscapes and snow-capped peaks like Gangapura, Machhapuchhre (Fishtail), and Mount Annapurna.

If time permits, visit the Annapurna Mountain Conservation Area Project (ACAP) headquarters. The ACAP is the first conservation area and the largest protected area in Nepal. Rich in biodiversity, the area offers over 1,000 species of flowering plants, mammals, amphibians, and birds. You can learn about tourism management (and its effect on the environment) and activities that benefit local communities.  B, L, D

Trekking time: 3 hours (3 miles / 5 km)

Overnight: Ghandruk (7100 feet / 2060 m)

Accommodation: Teahouse

Start today with a breakfast in Ghandruk and then trek past small villages and picturesque rice fields to reach Nayapul. Once you arrive, you’ll meet your private bus transfer waiting to take you back to Pokhara  stay in Pokhara. B, L

A day in Pokhara with the option for some extra actives like Paraglading / ZIP flying, Spa, message etc ( optional), boating or shopping, sunrise trip to Sarangkot etc.

Stay in Pokhara.  B

After breakfast we drive to airport and fly to beautiful National Park from Pokhara to the down south of Nepal. Chitwan national park was once the hunting ground of British and Nepalese aristocrats. Today, the animals – elephant, rhinoceros, tiger, leopard and deer – are protected, not shot. The greatest thrill here is to scout for wildlife on the back of an elephant. This national park is enlisted in the UNESCO’s Natural Heritage Site.
 Soaltee west end hotel

Two Full days in Chitwan National Park for exciting activities like: jungle walk, elephant riding ( or can do Jeep riding, but bathing and walking with elephant), village visit, canoeing, visit to elephant breeding center, bird-watching etc. A nature guide will lead us through all the activities giving us more insights about the wildlife, flora and fauna in the national park. View of wild and aquatic life like rhinoceros, deer, bear, crocodile, and different birds can make our day there. In the evening we can enjoy the Tharu cultural show. Tharus are aboriginal people of the area who have their own language, culture and tradition.Soaltee west end hotel

We are driving back to Kathmandu or Fly back today after our breakfast.  Later in the evening, we go for farewell Nepali dinner with cultural show in Kathmandu and can have discussion about the trip experience.
 Nepali Ghar / Lo Mustang

Today is our last day of the tour so we will transfer you to airport for the departure to home. Namaste!