Nepal Adventure By World Journeys

Nepal Adventure By World Journeys

14 Days / 13 Nights from $4,445 Price Per Person

Sales from 12 May 2023 to 31 December 2026

**Day 1: Kathmandu**
You will be met and transferred to your hotel.

**Day 2: Kathmandu**
Visit the holy sites of Pashupatinath Temple and Boudhanath Stupa, one of Nepal’s most distinctive monuments. Continue to Sankhu Village for a walk around the ancient town centre. Visit the old bazaar and Bajra Yogini, a temple dedicated to a tantric goddess.

**Day 3: Kathmandu > Nagarkot**
See the Palace of 55 Windows in the peaceful Bhaktapur Durbar Square and the Temple of Changunarayan, considered to be the stateliest example of the pagoda style in Nepal. Continue to Nagarkot, enjoying stunning views of the Himalayan peaks.

**Day 4: Nagarkot > Pokhara**
Watch the sunrise over the Himalayas before travelling to Fishling for a rafting adventure on the Trishuli River. Impressive gorges, moderate white water and exciting rapids make this a real delight. After an included hot lunch, continue to Pokhara, a picturesque city boasting several beautiful lakes and stunning views of the Himalayas.

**Day 5: Pokhara > Hile > Ulleri**
Drive to Hile and start your trek (all meals included). See Mt Anapurna to the south and Hiunchuli. Overnight in a guest house.
Trekking time: 3 to 3.5 hours, from 1470m to 1960m above sea level.

**Day 6: Ulleri > Ghorepani**
A very pleasant trek today with the opportunity to experience the flora and fauna of the region. As you pass villages you will be able to see the lifestyle and customs of the friendly highland people.
Trekking time: 4 to 5 hours, from 1960m to 2675m above sea level.

**Day 7: Ghorepani > Poon Hill > Tadapani**
An early morning hike along stone stairs and through a rhododendron forest will take you to Poon Hill, one of Nepal’s most famous viewpoints. Continue along the trail to Tadapani for overnight.
Trekking time: 6 to 6.5 hours, from 2675m up to 3180m then down to 2675m above sea level.

**Day 8: Tadapani > Ghandruk**
A gradual descent today takes you to the large village of Ghandruk. Enjoy the mountain views and visit the museum and handicraft centre.
Trekking time: 3 to 4 hours, from 2675m to 1950m above sea level.

**Day 9: Ghandruk > Nayapul > Pokhara**
Your trek descends through Kimshe to Shauli Bazaar. A 30 minute walk leads you back to Nayapul, where you will meet your driver and continue to Pohkara.

**Day 10: Pokhara**
Visit the World Peace Pagoda, a Buddhist stupa designed to inspire peace and unite people of all races and backgrounds. Walk to the lake edge and travel by boat to Tal Barahi Temple, a two-storied pagoda temple on a small island on Lake Phewa.

**Day 11: Pokhara > Naudanda > Sarangkot > Pokhara**
Drive to Naudanda and commence your hike to Sarangkot. This route is popular both for mountain views and to experience Nepalese village life. The view point at Sarangkot offers views of the Annapurnas, while Naudanda offers the dramatic view of the twin tails of Machapuchhre and the massif Dhaulagiri view.

**Day 12: Pokhara > Kathmandu**
Fly to Kathmandu and enjoy an afternoon sightseeing tour of Kathmandu Durbar Square, Swayambhunath Stupa and Patan Durbar Square.

**Day 13: Kathmandu**
Visit Dakshinkali Temple, a favourite pilgrimage destination. The temple is dedicated to Kali, the fearful form of Lord Shiva’s wife. Continue to Chovar Gorge and the quaint streets of Kirtipur before returning to Kathmandu.

**Day 14: Kathmandu**
You will be transferred to the airport.

Tailor-made journey: This itinerary can be tailor-made, with the number of days, places visited, and activities varied to suit you.

Inclusions

• • 9-nights’ accommodation in your category of choice
  • 4-nights accommodation in guest houses during your trek
  • 13 breakfasts, 5 lunches, and 4 dinners
  • Meet & Greet at Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport
  • Private transfers as per the itinerary
  • English-speaking local guides & trekking guide
  • Private sightseeing and activities as per itinerary
  • Entrance fees as per itinerary
  • Trekkers’ Information Management Systems (TIMS) Card
  • Annapurna Conversation Area Permit (ACAP)