SIGHT SEEING WITH EASY TREK(10 Night/11 Days)Tour Code: NEPAL/TRV/017
ITINERARY,
Day 01 Kathmandu
Pick up from airport and transfer to Hotel.
Day 02 Kathmandu
Sightseeing of Pashupatinath Temple- the most sacred of the Hindu temples in Nepal dedicated to lord Shiva, built in 1696. Boudha Nath Temple- the worlds largest stupa; a sight of great reneration to the Buddhist., Swayambhunath temple - the oldest Buddhist shrine. Looking east from here, one can see the entire Kathmandu valley spread out below. and lunch break in Kathmandu durbar square. – the temple of the Living Goddess and the old Royal Palace. Finally, visit Kasthamandup – a temple built from a single tree from which the Kathmandu derives its name.And then transfer to Hotel.
Day 03 Kathmandu-Pokhara-Phedi - Trek
After early breakfast transfer to airport and fly to Pokhara or drive straight to phedi the trek starting point which is about 6 hour drive from Kathmandu. Upon arrival, you will be met a sherpa team to commence your trek. Overnight at camp/lodge.
Day 04 Phedi-Lndrung - Trek –1900m Walk approx 5 hours
This is an interesting day as we trek through forest and out of gullies as the path takes us towards the mountains. The rhododendron forests as lush and offer a protective canopy for the smaller delicate flora, such as primal and Danphe. It also provides a haven for bird life and we can hear their varied calls as we move through. The trail soon opens into fields as we approach the village of Landrung. Stay at camp/Lodge.
Day 05 Landrung-Ghandrung - 2500 m - Walk approx 3 ½ hours
Our destination today is easily seen across the valley, the attatactive Gurung village of Ghandrung. Unfortunately, we must descend to the valley floor to reach it ! Slowly descending through rice terrace, we cross the steel cable suspension bridge across the glacial river of the Modi Khola and commence od ascent. As we trek up the many staircases, we contemplate the beauty of the Himalaya at a relatively close range and imagine the glaciers flowing from them to form the river below us. It really is a magnificient location and a photographer's delight. Our leisurely approach along these ridges with their fine mountain views ensures proper acclimatization and the un-hurried apportunity to fully savour this magnificient scenery. Stay at camp/lodge.
Day 06 Ghandrung- Tadapani - 2650 m Walk approx 5 hours
Our trail meanders uphill through fields and into the forest of rhododendron and magnolia. We pass by waterfalls that cascade down narrow gullies that provides the perfect home for many small ferns and delicate plants. Tadapani is a clearing in the forest and a rest place for porters. We can observe the local people as they travel by. Stay at camp/lodge.
Day 07 Tadapani-Ghorepani - 2713m Walk approx 3 ½ hours
This area offers some of the finest trekking in Nepal. The Annapurna range & Machhapuchhre dominate the mountain through glimpses further east to Lamjung Himal and the Manashlu range are possible. The route to Ghorepani( horse water) passes through the villages and is rewarded with the most attractive scenes of rural village life in the hills of Nepal. About an hours climb to poon hill from Ghorepani provides an even better, Unobstructed view of the high Himalaya. Stay at camp/Lodge.
Day 08 Ghorepani-Tikledhunga- 1577m walk approx 4 hours
There will not be a single uphill step today as we descend all morning and afternoon to our camp while most of the descent is gradual and easy. The descent from Ulleri to Tikledhunga is memorable, a stone staircase built into the side of mountain that seems to have been constructed for giants. Stay at camp/Lodge.
Day 09 Tikledhunga-Pokhara – Trek /Drive
Approx 2 hour of walk through the villages of Gurungs '' Gorkhas'' down to Nayapul and drive to Pokhara. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 10 Pokhara-Kathmandu
Take a drive of approx 6 hours back to Kathmandu. Evening dinner followed by Nepali cultural program. O/N at Hotel.
Day 11 Breakfast & final departure transfer
Includes:
Arrival /departure transfers
Hotel accommodation on twin sharing basis with breakfast
Full board meal plan during trekking
Trekking guide,permit,porter
Luxury Ac transport as per itinerary for sightseeing and long drive
All sightseeing with English speaking guides, entrance fees
Reconfirmation of your flight ticket
Excludes:
Personal expenses, lunch & dinner in Kathmandu & Pokhara, telephone calls, laundry, bar bill