This 12-day Taste of Nepal Tour gives you a perfect taste of everything Nepal is famous for. It includes the ancient temples and shrines of the Kathmandu, soaking up the history and culture, a trek into the famous Annapurna region for unrivalled views of the Himalayas and on a jungle safari, spotting wildlife in Nepal’s famous Chitwan National Park.
Nepal is a country steeped in natural beauty, rich heritage and cultural diversity. Home to the mighty Himalayas, an array of wildlife and the most beautiful ornate monasteries, stupas and temples, this trip showcases what Nepal has to offer and will leave you with vibrant memories for years to come of the magnificent views from Poon Hill, seeing a one-horned rhinoceros in the wild and of the local people still practising time-honoured traditions. This really is a gem of a trip in one of the most naturally beautiful countries in the world.
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5 Star Accommodation
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Day 1: Welcome to Nepal!
Activities: We will meet you at the airport and drive you to your hotel, just relax for
the rest of the day to recover from your long journey.
Highlights: Bustling Thamel, an array of restaurants, bars and shops.
Accommodation: Kathmandu 3 star hotel.
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Day 2: Meeting with trekking guide, last minute shopping for your trek and Kathmandu sightseeing.
Highlights: Pashupatinath, Boudhanath Stupa, Swaymbhunath and Patan Durbar Square, cultural and historical sights of the Kathmandu Valley.
Accommodation: Kathmandu 3 star hotel.
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Day 3: Ride a bus to Pokhara and free time to explore in the afternoon.
Highlights: Boating on the Phewa Lake, the peace and tranquility by the lakeside, the spectacular views from the lake and relaxing in the many cafes and restaurants by the lakeside.
Accommodation: Pokhara 3 star hotel.
Note: Flight option available at an extra cost.
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Day 4: Drive to Nayapul (1.5 hours) and trek to Tikhedunga.
Hours of walking: 4.
Difficulty: Easy to moderate.
Elevation reached: 1540m.
Terrain: Gentle inclines, well defined paths, riverbank trails.
Views on offer: The towering, snow-capped Annapurna range.
Highlights: Tasting the sweet, local oranges, walking alongside the Bhurungdi Khola.
What’s to see?: Orange groves and rice fields.
Accommodation: Basic Teahouse.
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Day 5: Ghorepani.
Hours walking: 6.5.
Difficulty: Moderate to difficult.
Elevation reached: 2810m
Terrain: Stone staircase, steep inclines.
Views on offer: Machhapuchhre (Fishtail Mountain), Gandharba Chuli and Annapurana II and III.
Highlights: Conquering the 3300 steps to Ulleri to enjoy magnificent views.
What’s to see?: Rhododendron and oak forests, langur monkeys and musk deer.
Accommodation: Basic Teahouse.
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Day 6: Poon Hill and Tadhapani.
Hours of walking: 6.
Difficulty: Moderate to difficult.
Elevation reached: 3210m at Poon Hill and 2700 at Tadhapani.
Terrain: Steep, hilly descents and jungle paths.
Views on offer: Panoramic views of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges.
Highlights: Reaching the top of Poon Hill for amazing, panoramic views.
What’s to see?: The village of Durali and lots of langur monkeys.
Accommodation: Basic Teahouse.
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Day 7: Trek to Kimchi and a 2.5 hour drive to Pokhara.
Hours of walking: 5.
Difficulty: Moderate.
Elevation reached: 1010m in Nayapul and 850m in Pokhara.
Terrain: Gentle descents, well defined trekking paths and riverbank trails.
Views on offer: Fishtail Mountain, Annapurna III, Gangapurna, Annapurna South and Himchuli and The Annapurna range surrounding the Phewa Lake in Pokhara.
Highlights: The last day of trekking! Congratulations on finishing your trek.
What’s to see?: Modi Khola River, last glimpses of the mountains.
Accommodation: Pokhara 3 star hotel.
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Day 8: Pokhara.
Highlights: Davis Fall, Gupteshwor Cave, Mountain Museum and World Peace Stupa.
Accommodation: Pokhara 3 star hotel.
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Day 9 & 10: Chitwan, jungle safari.
Highlights: Jeep Safari into Chitwan National Park to spot the wildlife; you may be lucky to see crocodiles, rhinos and many species of birds, even a Royal Bengal Tiger! Canoe ride on the Rapti River, a trip to the elephant breeding centre, helping to bathe the elephants, bird watching, a cultural dance show and jungle walks.
Accommodation: 3* lodge.
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Day 11: A morning of jungle activity and ride a bus back to Kathmandu.
Highlights: A activity in the morning at Chitwan and time to relax in Kathmandu in the evening.
Accommodation: 3* Kathmandu hotel.
Note: Chitwan Kathmandu flight option available at an extra cost.
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Day 12: Departure
Goodbye and farewell from Nepal!