NEPAL’S COLORFUL HIGHLIGHTS – TEMPLES OF KATHMANDU TO PEAKS OF ANNAPURNA DHAULAGIRI RANGES

  • 12N 13D
  • 415 M - 2005 M
  • 2-10 PAX

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

  • Understand the ancient history of Kathmandu valley and its old-century arts and crafts listed by UNESCO heritage sites
  • Experiencing 8th century Bhaktapur city, Durbar square, and learn Newari culture & taste Juju Dhau.
  • Community homestay experience at old Kritipur Town
  • Visit Colourful Pokhara Valley & beautiful Begnas Lake  
  • Learning about organic Arabica Coffee farming and Beekeeping with small farmers & their importance in our food chain
  • Spectacular sunrise view over Annapurna Dhaulagiri ranges from Sarangkot hill station
  • Relaxation at Gurung village and eco-lodge natural beauty with organic food
  • Visit Asia’s best wildlife sanctuary Chitwan National Park and Canoe Ride over the Rapti River
  • Spot endangered Marsh Mugger Crocodiles, One-horned Rhino and Royal Bengal Tiger through thrilling jungle walking
  • Experience the unique lifestyle of the Tharu People by staying at their community homestay.

This is one of the authentic holidays to experience Nepal’s untamed wilderness of diverse culture, lifestyle, and landscape which is perfect for those who are not prepared for hard adventure. This is not an ordinary tour, but full of adventure and lifetime memories to explore a magical country that is rich in ancient customs and pristine world-class natural beauty. Visiting Kathmandu’s UNESCO heritage sites to the Newari cultural city of Bhaktapur and the tourism capital of Nepal, Pokhara, you can enjoy the various ethnics groups community homestay experience and learn more about their own culture and lifestyle like Tharu & Newari people and enjoy the view of a highest snow-capped mountain in the world.

These 13 days trip to Nepal will make your journey lifetime memorable & gives you various authentic experience by tasting organic food from various communities visiting various community social projects & understanding the challenges of sustainable development. Breath-taking Views of amazing Annapurna range from Pothana & Sarangkot Hill station is beyond imagination & sunrise from Sarangkot is beyond your imagination lifetime experience. You can also enjoy the peaceful environment of the eco-lodge and exploration of Asia’s best Chitwan National Park to spot One-horned Rhinos and Bengal Tiger is the best experience included on this tour. Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to explore Nepal like a local with us.

MEAL GUIDE: YOUR INCLUDED MEAL GUIDE: B= BREAKFAST, L= LUNCH, D=DINNER

DAY 1- ARRIVAL IN KATHMANDU: D

Departure from your place and landing at Tribhuvan International Airport, our representative will come to pick you up and overnight at Kathmandu Hotel.

DAY 2 – EXPLORE ANCIENT KATHMANDU VALLEY: B/L/D

Today we will visit the historic Kathmandu’s main attraction & UNESCO world heritage sites Kathmandu Durbar Square and Hanuman Dhoka. We will pray at Swoyambhunath Temple Nepal’s holiest Buddhist Chaityas which was built by king Manadeva in the 13th Century and important religious site for Buddhism and understand the principles of Lord Buddha. During the daytime, we will head towards another durbar square called Patan Durbar Square which is very rich in arts and crafts. We will observe the Newari culture and traditions while visiting Patan city. End of the day we will go to Nepal’s historic city of Bhaktapur which has its own proud Newari Culture & Language 

DAY 3: KATHMANDU/KRITIPUR: B/L/D

Today we will head towards 8th-century-old Newari town also the cultural capital of Nepal Bhaktapur city. This cultural city is a living museum of arts, handicrafts, and heritage sites displaying the vibrant depth of Newari culture. Great festivals of local Newari people their lifestyles, rituals, traditional dance, and various Jatras are giving life to the intangible heritage of this city. We will also visit the well-preserved Bhaktapur Durbar Square which is also the UNESCO world heritage site recognized in 1979 AD and taste the locally produced Juju Dhau (Famous Yogurt). Depart the city to Kritipur for a unique overnight stay at a Kritipur community homestay. Learn about the small town of Kritipur heritage and experience the local lifestyle staying locally by enjoying local organic food.

DAY 4: PHARPING TO POKHARA: B/D

This day early morning after your breakfast journey starts from Kritipur to Pokhara by scenic drive. You will enjoy the magical landscape and white water Trishuli river. During the ride, you will also enjoy the farmlands, beautiful villages and understand the lifestyle of Nepali people. Upon arrival to Pokhara, you will be staying at the beautiful Pokhara hotel with organic Nepali food and the rest of the day for relaxation around the Phewa lake pathway.

DAY 5: AROUND POKHARA VALLEY & BEGNAS LAKE: B/L/D 

This day early morning after breakfast we will visit the Iconic peace pagoda where you can feel & immerse into the vibe of Buddhism and mantras of peace. On the way back, we will visit the local social enterprise women’s skill development center and learn more about women’s involvement in handicraft making and organization efforts towards women’s empowerment. After a day time, we head towards Pokhara’s beautiful Begnas lake situated under the majestic landscape of the Annapurna ranges.

DAY 6: VILLAGE HIKING & ARABICA COFFEE & BEEKEEPING EXPERIENCE: B/L/D

On this day we will visit the various social projects based in Sarangkot village by hiking & experience village life. We will learn more about Arabica coffee farming and the entire coffee processing method by visiting a non-profit community-based organization at Padeli village. We will also meet with small coffee farmers and understand their challenges in organic Coffee farming and Beekeeping. We will also taste the organic coffee produced locally and learn about the environmental aspect of Beekeeping & Arabica coffee farming to cope with climate change & economic sustainability. Overnight at a beautiful guest house in Sarangkot hill.

DAY 7: SARANGKOT SUNRISE & HIKE TO POTHANA VILLAGE: B/L/D  

Early morning, we will go to the Sarangkot Hill station for the magnificent sunrise over the Annapurna Dhaulagiri Mountain ranges which is one of the best lifetime memories over 8000 m for this kind of experience. We will do the scenic drive from Sarangkot to Naudanda and hike up to the traditional Gurung village called Pothana which is on the lap of the Annapurna Dhaulagiri ranges.

DAY 8: ENJOY THE NATURE & ECO LODGE: B/L/D

Today will be a relaxation day and enjoy yourself more with nature. After enjoying the local organic food we will head towards the ecolodge and enjoy the vibrance of silence and more into the Natural life. Overnight at a beautiful eco-lodge enjoying the wildlife & organic food.    

DAY 9: BACK TO POKHARA: B/L/D

This morning we will hike early hour for downhill and reach stone thatched beautiful world-famous Dhampus Village and get more insights into rural life and its vibrant Gurung culture. We will hike up to the Phedi and drive towards the lakeside.    

DAY 10: POKHARA TO CHITWAN: B/D

After exploring the colorful Pokhara Valley we will head towards Asia’s best National Park Chitwan to see endangered one-horn Rhinos and many wildlife activities. We will do the scenic drive to Sauraha Chitwan and upon your arrival at Sauraha, you will be transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day we will do a Jeep Safari over the National Park and enjoy the wildlife & sunset view from the Rapti river beach. 

DAY 11: EXPLORATION OF CHITWAN: B/L/D

Today after breakfast, we will do Canoe ride over the Rapti River which will be an excellent opportunity to see various beautiful birds around the national park area. Depending upon luck we may encounter rare species of crocodiles (Marsh Mugger and Fish-eating Gharial) which are native to Chitwan National Park. Jungle walking is one of the best experiences we will do and have a thrilling experience with various wildlife with licensed National Park guides. Overnight with Tharu community homestay.

DAY 12: EXPERIENCING THARU CULTURE & LIFESTYLE: B/L/D

Tharus are the natives of Nepal’s Terai region who have their own unique culture and tradition. Exploring the authentic lifestyle of Tharu people visiting their village is another interesting way to enjoy Nepal’s holidays. Experiencing their lifestyle and organic food is another great experience of authentic Nepal.

DAY 13: DRIVE BACK TO KATHMANDU: B/L/D

Final preparation back to Kathmandu via a scenic drive and enjoy the nightlife of Thamel.

DAY 14: BACK TO HOME: B

WHAT’S INCLUDED

Shared Double Room Accommodation every night in Kathmandu, Pokhara, and Chitwan

B&B / Tea houses Accommodation during the Hiking Days

Community homestay experience in Kritipur and Sauraha

Meal Specified on the day Itinerary

All pickup and drop off from International, Domestic Airports and other City bus Station

Private Transportation with a friendly English-speaking guide during all exploration day

English Speaking professional Local Guide for Hiking days

Scenic Domestic Flight tickets from Kathmandu to Pokhara

All tourist bus tickets mentioned on the itinerary

Entry tickets to all the attraction points

WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED

Your international flight Tickets

Nepal Visa fees & Airport Taxes

Extra Expenses besides those mentioned in the Itinerary

Personal Travel Insurance for all the travelers

Tips for your drivers, hotels, restaurants, etc.

WHAT TO BRING WITH YOU?

Trekking Shoes & Pair of Slippers

Warm Jacket, Trousers & Extra Clothes

Hat or Cap to Avoid the Sun

Head Lamps

Trekking Poles

Water Bottle & Water Purification Tablet

Basic First Aid Supplies

Insect Repellent Sprays

Camera for your Photography (Optional)

Reusable shopping bags for your plastic trash

NEPAL'S HIGHLIGHT TOUR-(12N 13D)

  • COMMUNITY HOMESTAY EXPERIENCE TO ETHNIC COMMUNITIES

  • CULTURAL & NATURE EXPERIENCE IN NEPALI VILLAGES

  • ADVENTUROUS TREKKING TRIPS TO THE HIMALAYAS

  • TOURS VISITING CBT PROJECT & LOCAL COMMUNITY

  • PERSONAL TRAVEL INSURANCE IS RECOMMENDED

  • GOOD FOR PEOPLE WITHOUT HIKING EXPERIENCE

  • MINIMUM 2 PERSONS TO START THE TOUR

USD 1300

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