Nepal Classic Hiking Tour
Kathmand, Dhulikhel, Pokhara, Trishuli River rafting, Chitwan
The following 15 days program strives to encapsulate Nepal’s charm in its entirety. The tour begins with the visit of the three city centers with their magnificent palace squares with plethora of unmatched artistic displays in the form of ornately carved temples, monuments and other artifacts. Then you will gain an insight by visiting village alive with ancient cultures with their rich ethnic mixes. Our exploration continues with and enthralling encounters with Nepal’s pristine nature in the form of Mountain vistas, white water thrills and jungle safaris. So, the presented itinerary tries to fulfill the desire of most discerning travelers.
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu. Meet, greet and transfer to your hotel.
Day 02: Morning, walking tour of old Kathmandu city following the old path across Vishnumati river to Swayambhunath. In the afternoon, visit Pashupatinath and Bodhnath. (B)
Day 03: Drive south to Dakshinkali. Visit Pharping village and continue on to Bungmati and Khokana. (B)
Day 04: Drive to Changunarayan, the oldest and finest pagoda temple. Commence walking through paddy fields and typical villages of Newar farmers to Bhaktapur. Late afternoon drive to Dhulikhel to check in at your hotel. (B)
Day 05: Magnificent sunrise views. After breakfast, commence on a full-day hike to Namoboudha carrying lunch boxes. Walk through scattered huts and farms to Panauti, an old interesting Newari village. Later drive to Khopasi and walk to Balthali. (B,L,D)
Day 06: Hiking around the villages of Balthali. (B,L,D)
Day 07: Drive to Bandipur on the way rafting on Trisuli river. (B,L,D)
Day 08: Sightseeing and hiking of Bandipur village. (B,L,D)
Day 09: Drive Bandipur to Pokhara. Sightseeing tour of Pokhara city visiting Devis waterfall, Bindabasisni temple, Gupteswor Mahadev cave and stroll around the colorful Phewa Lake side with its quaint markets, restaurants and second-hand bookstores. (B)
Day 10: Full day Phoksing hike. (B,L)
Day 11: Cycling trip to Pame. (B,L)
Day 12: Early morning hike to Shanti Stupa. After a leisurely breakfast, drive to Royal Chitwan National Park and check in at your jungle resort. PM: Elephant back safari through the jungle. (B,L,D)
Day 13: Full day jungle activities; nature walk, canoe ride or safari. (B,L,D)
Day 14: Drive back to Kathmandu and check-in at your hotel. Rest of day free for shopping. (B)
Day 15: Transfer to the airport to connect your outbound flight. (B)
