Itinerary:
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu [1,338m] Transfer to the Hotel. (Car).
Day 02: Cultural Tour in Kathmandu [1,338m] "B". (06-07 Hrs).
Day 03: Drive to Pokhara [970 m] "B". (06-07 Hrs).
Day 04: Fly to Jomsom, drive to Kagbeni [2,810m] via Muktinath [3802 m] "B,L,D".
Day 05: Drive toTatopani [1,190 m] "B,L,D". Trek (03-04 Hrs).
Day 06: Trek to Shikha [2,210 m] "B,L,D". Trek (04-05 Hrs).
Day 07: Trek to Ghorepani [2,810 m] "B,L,D". (03-04 Hrs).
Day 08: 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 09: Trek to Ghandruk [1,945 m] afternoon village visit. “B,L,D”. Trek (03-04 Hrs).
Day 10: Trek to Kimche and drive to Pokhara [930 m]. “B,L”. (Trek+Car). Trek (02 Hrs). (Drive 02-03 Hours).
Day 11: Fly to Kathmandu [1,330 m] "B". (22-25 m flight).
Day 12Trip ends! Fly back home, taking with you the memory of a life time. "B".
Detail Itinerary: (Old).
Day 01: Arrival to Kathmandu (1,338m): 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: Cultural Tour in Kathmandu (1,338m) - (B): After breakfast in the Hotel we have a sightseeing tour around Kathmandu vally which takes in the key attractions in and around Kathmandu. Including AM: Visit 2000 years old Buddhist shrine Swyambhunath, situated on the top of the hill west of the city the most popular and instantly recognizable symbols of Nepal. The temple is colloquially known as the "Monkey Temple". There are many small buildings and shrines down the hillside behind Swayambhunath. Explore the colorful Kathmandu Durbar Square - The Old Royal Palace of Kathmandu, Temple of living goddess Kumari, the Jagannath temple, 17th century temple known for colorfully painted erotic carvings, Kasthmandap temple a three story temple built from a single tree in 12th century.
PM: Visit Pashupatinath temple one of the most sacred Hindu shrine in the World. The holy river Bagmati and the burning ghats and also visit one of the oldest and biggest stupa of Boudhanath. Overnight stay at Hotel. (06-07 Hrs).
Day 03: Drive To Pokhara (970 m) - (B): Early in the morning, we drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara, Nepal's lake city. Our bus follows a winding road over the valley rim and descends onto the Trisuli River. The journey is slow and steady as the road winds through villages and passing terrace fields before reaching our destination.
Pokhara is best known for its tranquil atmosphere and the beauty of the surrounding countryside. Normally, we arrive by mid afternoon so you have time to explore or relax as you prepare for the journey ahead. (06-07 Hrs).
Day 04: Pokhara - Fly to Jomsom Trek to Kagbeni [2,810m] - (B,L,D): After breakfast we transfer you to the domestic airport to mountain flight to Jomsom (20-22 m). then we continue up the vast gravel riverbed of the Kali Gandaki, passing mule trains travelling down from Tibet. The medieval village of Kagbeni lies right on the border of Mustang and there is time to explore the intriguing alleys and courtyards of this timeless place. All around is the strange rocky landscape that is typical of mysterious Mustang and quite alien to the lushness of Pokhara and Tatopani just a few days ago. (20-25 m. flight). (02-03 Hrs).
Day 05: Kagbeni - Trek to Muktinath [3802 m] - (B,L,D): We start our Journey after mountain breakfast in Kagbeni. Head up the wide riverbed about an hour and we’ll come to a lodge for refreshment before deciding on the high path of Muktinath or low path of Kagbeni. Both are interesting and meet halfway up the hill. As we turn east away from the Kali Gandaki river there are views to Muktinath and the Thorung Pass in the distance. Jarkot is much more real then the trekking village of Muktinath and it is possible to stay here and visit the temple the next morning without your heavy pack. Muktinath Temple is a point of Pilgrimage for Buddhist and Hindus where flame, water and air meet. (04-05 Hrs).
Day 06: Trek to Marpha [2,675 m] - (B,L,D): We now begin the descent down the Kali Gandaki Gorge. After passing through Jharkot and Khingar, villages with typical Tibetan architecture, we follow the valley floor most of the way to Jomsom. As the trail continues towards Jomsom, the landscape becomes increasingly arid and impressive with its mixture of browns, yellows and greys, contrasting with the white snowcaps of Tilicho and Nilgiri. By afternoon, the stiff winds begin to blow, hastening our way to Jomsom. The wind generally picks up after about midday, but will at least be blowing at our backs as we head up to Jomsom. After passing through stone-walled orchards, a stone gate marks the entrance to Marpha. White walled houses line both sides of the narrow paved street, under which flows a cleverly made drainage system. Marpha makes a good lunch stop and the courtyards of the many lodges make ideal resting and refreshment places. The local apple brandy is well-known! O/n in Lodge. (Walking time 06-07 Hrs).
Day 07: Trek to Ghasa [2,050 m] - (B,L,D): Today we continue up the vast gravel riverbed of the Kali Gandaki, passing mule trains travelling down from Tibet to Tukuche, a delightful village with a large gompa. Beyond Tukuche we walk along the west bank of the Kali Gandaki towards Larjung. Here, as in many of the villages in this area, narrow alleyways and tunnels connect houses with enclosed courtyards, providing protection against the winds blowing up the valley. We make our way through pine, juniper and cypress forests to Kalopani, enjoying fine views of Annapurna I and Fang. After Kalopani we continue to Ghasa. O/n in Lodge. (Walking time 05-06 Hrs).
Day 08: Trek to Tatopani [1,190 m] - (B,L,D): Descending steeply through forests to Ghasa, the last Thakali village and the southern-most limit of Tibetan Buddhism. We enter the steepest and narrowest part of the gorge shortly after Ghasa and at the hamlet of Rupse a magnificent waterfall tumbles down beside the trail. Continuing on we come to Dana, a Magar village from where the large peak of Annapurna South can be seen across the valley. The trail then descends to Tatopani. Tatopani means ‘hot water’ and to plunge into the Geothermal water in the well-maintained pool near the river is worth after the days walk. O/n in Lodge. (Walking time 06-07 Hrs).
Day 09: Trek to Shikha [2,210 m] - (B,L,D): After breakfast at Tatopani, A short distance downstream from Tatopani, we cross the river on a large suspension bridge and leave the Kali Gandaki behind. After passing through the villages of Sikha where we spend our Overnight. (Walking time 04-05 Hrs).
Day 10: Trek to Ghorepani [2,810 m] - (B,L,D): After breakfast we start our trek to Ghorepani through the village of Chitre, we begin to climb through the forest to Deorali, Where we are going to Stay o/n. a 2,834m pass from which there are excellent views of Dhaulagiri, Nilgiri, Annapurna I, Annapurna South, and Hiunchuli. Just 10 minutes beyond the pass is the village of Ghorepani. Ghorepani literally means "horse water" and is a welcome watering spot for the teams of mules, which ply the route between Pokhara and Jomsom. O/n in Lodge. (Walking time 03-04 Hrs).
Day 11: Sunrise trip to Poonhill then trek to Trikhedhunga [1,540m] - (B,L,D): During the night, your guide will check for clear weather to make the one-hour climb up to the Poonhill viewpoint at 3,210m. It’s usually misty when you start off and arrive, then at sunrise the clouds part to reveal one of the most majestic sunrises in the world; Machapuchhre, Annapurna South, Nilgiri and Dhaulagiri mountain are all viewable from here.
We then head back to Ghorepani for breakfast before trekking down to Trikhedunga. This is Another part of excitement is passing through colorful villages inhabited by different ethnic groups who being so different from each other still lives in close harmony. This gives plenty of opportunity to understand their culture and way of life. One the way down we pass the Village called Nangethani, Banthanti & Ulleri. Tirkedhunga a tiny village for an overnight where you have another chance to mix with Nepalese people. O/n in Lodge. (Walking time 06-07 Hrs).
Day 12: Trikhedhunga Trek to Nayapul and drive to Pokhara [980 m] - (B,L,D): After Breakfast we start our trekking to Nayapul which is Another change in the landscape, today you walk mostly along the bank of Bhurungdi River where you have chance to cross suspension bridge which adds your excitement more. We follow the theory what goes up must come down, that is today's walk. After a nice walk passing through villages you get to Nayapul (literally means New Bridge). We drive to Pokhara. O/n in Hotel. (Walking time 03-04 Hrs and drive 1.30 hrs).
Day 13: Fly to Kathmandu[1,338 m] - (B): After breakfast in Pokhara, we have a mountain flight to Kathmandu; it is a thrilling exciting flight over forests, fields and villages with the Himalayas at the background. On arrival, we transfer to the hotel. The remainder of the day is at leisure. (22-25 m flight).
Day 14: Fly back home - (B): We will transfer you to the airport and assist with check-in procedures.
Note: If the above itinerary does not meet your needs, we can design individualized travel plans based on your preferences.