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Arrival into
Kathmandu. Meet upon arrival with traditional garland ceremony and
transfer to your hotel, Soaltee Crowne Plaza ( 5 star deluxe).
Evening cultural program depicting the folk dances of the various
tribes of Nepal followed by an authentic Nepali dinner. Return to
hotel for overnight.
(Dinner) |
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| Day
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After breakfast at the
hotel, commence for a whole day sightseeing tour of Kathmandu
City, Patan City, Tibetan refugee Camp, Swayambhunath and Bodhnath
Stupas, Kumari temple, etc. Return to hotel for dinner and
overnight.
(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) |
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3 |
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After breakfast,
transfer for your flight to Pokhara. Transfer to Lamachaur by our
trekking crew. From here the trek goes through villages and
cultivated fields for about one hour before lunch stop. It is an
easy walk along the Seti and Mardi rivers before crossing a small
suspension bridge to the camp site (1150 m). A 2 hours walk.
(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) |
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4 |
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Early morning start
with a steep climb and then an easy undulating walk towards
Ghachowk village passing rice and millet fields. The trail
continues with a climb to Diprang village and descends to the Seti
river to Kharpani (1275m) where we camp. Small natural hot springs
are located here. A 4 hours walk.
(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) |
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| Day
5 |
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The trek goes along
the Seti river and ascends towards Nayangaon a fairly large Gurung
village. We continue the trek and climb a steep hill to Chianglung
village to Sardi Khola river for lunch. After lunch we will visit
Khaibrang village and Ghalekharka (2250 m) village to camp for the
night. A 5 hours walk.
(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) |
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| Day
6 |
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The route becomes
steeper as the trail goes through a beautiful Rhododendron forest
upto the ridge top (2560 m). From here we walk through a Cedar
forest before reaching Parje (1870 m). A 7 hours walk.
(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) |
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| Day
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Rest day visit Siklis
(2850 m), which is the largest Gurung settlement in Nepal. Set
overlooking the Mardi river valley. Siklis is inhabited by Gurungs,
one of the many Nepalese hill tribes. Magnificent front views of
Lamjung Himal and the Annapurna range.
(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) |
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| Day
8 |
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A steep 2 hours
descent along stone steps. We follow the Mardi river passing
through numerous villages and cultivated fields and Lamakhet. A 6
hours walk.
(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) |
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| Day
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Continue to follow the
trail along the Mardi river through rice fields and forests to
reach Bhainse for lunch. From here we walk to Kalikasthan (1518
m). A 5 hours walk.
(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) |
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| Day
10 |
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This camp spot has
good views of the surrounding Annapurnas. Hike towards Begnas.
Lunch at the lakeside. A 3 hours walk. Transfer by van to Pokhara.
Overnight at a Shangrila Village Resort.
(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
NOTE: Trek can be shortened by
not taking rest day. |
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11 |
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After breakfast, start
your five hours’ drive through picturesque countryside to the
Royal Chitwan National park. Upon arrival, pick up by jungle camp
vehicle and transfer to Machan Wildlife Resort. Lunch and briefing
upon arrival and assignment of accommodation. Late afternoon
elephant back safari into the wild grassland of Chitwan for views
of the wildlife in their natural habitat. Return to camp for
dinner and overnight.
(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) |
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12 |
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There is an
opportunity for early birds to take nature walks to view birds
that flock to the riverside in the morning. After breakfast,
various wildlife activities such as dugout canoe rides on the
Narayani river, elephant back safari, nature walks, etc. Lunch in
lodge. Evening ethnic Tharu cultural dances with dinner.
Overnight.
(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) |
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13 |
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After breakfast, drive
back to Bharatpur for your return flight to Kathmandu. Meet upon
arrival and proceed for lunch. After lunch, drive to the ancient
medieval city of Bhadgaon for a half day sightseeing tour. Evening
free for shopping, etc. Dinner and overnight.
(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) |
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14 |
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After breakfast, free
until departure.(Breakfast) |
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