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 TOUR CODE: GTT Vacation Nepal
Duration: 14 Days
Description: The Nepal Vacation package combines a wide variety of activities within in a short, 2-week duration. The trip includes a sightseeing tour to the major points of interest inside the Kathmandu Valley, an overnight trip to the hill station of Nagarkot, a 2-day rafting trip on the Trishuli River, a 2-night stay in the jungles of the Royal Chitwan National Park, a 2-night stay in the lakeside town of Pokhara and a 5-day trek in the Annapurna trekking region.
Itinerary:
Day 01:
On arrival at Tirbhuvan International Airport , you will be met by GTE representative and transferred to hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. Welcome dinner with typical Nepali Cultural show. O/N at Hotel.
Day 02:Sightseeing tours of Bhaktapur in the Kathmandu Valley. Continue on to the hill station of Nagarkot for an overnight stay.
Day 03: After Himalayan views at sunrise and eating breakfast in Nagarkot, drive back to the Kathmandu valley for sightseeing tours of Patan Durbar Square, Kathmandu Durbar Square, Swayambhunath stupa, Boudhanath stupa and Pashupatinath temple.
Day 04: Drive to Chaurandi for whitewater rafting on the Trishuli River. After 3-4 hours of rafting, camp will be set up on the beach.
Day 05: After breakfast, continue rafting for about 4 hours and then drive south to Royal Chitwan National Park. Overnight stay in a hotel inside the park.
Day 06: Full day of wildlife activities inside the Royal Chitwan National Park. Jungle safari on elephant-back or by jeep, river canoeing, jungle walk and cultural program in the evening.
Day 07: Early morning bird watching in the park. After breakfast, drive to the lake-side town of Pokhara. Boating on Fewa Lake during the afternoon and overnight stay in a hotel in Pokhara.
Day 08: Begin 5-day trek in the ACAP trekking region.
Trekking Day 1: Nayapul to Ghandruk at 1990m (4-5 hrs):
The trail starts at the bottom of a river valley and passes through a lovely birch forest. Trek alongside the river and rice terraces.
Day 09: Trekking Day 2: Ghandruk to Tadapani at 2710m (4-5 hrs):
Pass through Gurung villages with pleasant views of Annapurna south, Hinchuli, Machhepuchre and many other mountains.
Day 10: Trekking Day 3: Tadapani to Ghorepani at 2750m (5-6 hrs):
After Tadapani, the trail follows through deep pine and rhododendron forests with some small waterfalls to Ghorepani.
Day 11: Trekking Day 4: Ghorepani to Tirkhedunga at approx. 1500m (4-5 hrs):
Trek starts early around 5am to visit Poon Hill, with one of the best panorama views of Annapurna range, Dhaulageri, Nilgiri, MacchaPuchre and Lamjung Himalayan ranges. After breakfast, hike through deep pine and rhododendron forests with some small waterfalls.
Day 12: Trekking Day 5: Tirkheunga to Pokhara at 915m (4-5 hrs):
Hike through beautiful villages and along river banks to Nayapul. From Nayapul, drive for one hour to Pokhara for an overnight stay in hotel.
Day 13: Morning flight to Kathmandu. The rest of the day is free for personal activities.
Day 14: Transfer to the airport for departure flight .
Included on Cost |
Not Included on Cost |
1. Airport transfers and a flight ticket from Pokhara to Kathmandu.
2. Sightseeing tours as per the program with English speaking tour guides. All site and monument entrance fees are included.
3. All Transportation during sightseeing and between tour destinations will be provided in a private vehicle.
4. Shared room accommodation with separate beds. Breakfast is always included.
5. A 2-day rafting trip on the Trishuli River including: 3-meals per day to be prepared by our experienced cook; Full rafting gear (life vests, helmets, lightweight plastic paddles, camera box and wet suit for winter season rafting); camping gear (two-person tents, mattress, kitchen tent and toilet tent); supporting field staff; and professional rafting guides.
6. A 2-night stay in Chitwan National Park including all program activities, accommodation, 3-meals per day and all park entry permits.
7. A 5-day Pokhara-to-Poon Hill teahouse trek including 3 meals per day and overnight accommodation in guesthouses/restaurants along the trail. Entry permits to Annapurna Conservation Area Project and all supporting staffs (trekking guide and porters), as well as their necessary insurance, meals and allowances, will also be included.
7.Welcome dinner with typical Nepali Cultural show. O/N at Hotel. |
1. Personal Insurance for travel to Nepal
2. Lunch & dinner while in Kathmandu and Pokhara
3. Emergency Rescue evacuation
4. Personal expenses
5. International air tickets and Taxes
6. Piping (Tips) |
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