Departure Dates 2022:
- September: 5, 15, 25
- October: 5, 15, 25
- November: 5, 15, 25
- December: 5, 15, 25
Departure Dates 2023:
- January: 5, 15, 25
- February: 5, 15, 25
- March: 5, 15, 25
- April: 5, 15, 25
- May: 5, 15, 25
- June: 5
- September: 5, 15, 25
- October: 5, 15, 25
- November: 5, 15, 25
- December: 5, 15, 25
Note: these departure dates are from Nepal, international flights not included.
Inclusions:
- Airport picks up on arrival and drops on departure
- Total 11 nights of accommodation (3-night hotel in Kathmandu, 2-night hotel in Pokhara, 4-night accommodation in lodges/tea houses on the trek, and 2-night Chitwan)
- Total 25 meals (11 breakfasts, 7 lunches, and 7 dinners)
- The transport from Kathmandu – Pokhara – Chitwan – Kathmandu by tourist bus
- A guide for up to 10 people and two guides for 11-14 people
- A porter for every two people and a porter carries 20kg, which means about 10kg from each
- Sightseeing tour in Kathmandu
- Annapurna conservation area entry fees
- Sleeping bag and down jacket
Exclusions:
- Nepal entry visa fee
- Travel insurance
- Meals, which not stated in the itinerary
- Your expenses and entrance fees while you do the tour in Kathmandu
- All the alcoholic and nonalcoholic drinks and sweets like chocolate
- International airfare
- Tips for the guide, porter & driver
- Any other expenses not mentioned in inclusion section
Hotels used:
- Kathmandu: Hotel Jampa (3-nights)
- Pokhara: Hotel Splendid View (2-nights)
- Trekking- Mountain Lodge (4-nights)
- Chitwan: Rhino Land Lodge (2 nights)
About:
The 12-day Nepal Adventure starts with your arrival in Kathmandu, followed by a day tour there, a drive to Pokhara and trek to Poonhill and return to Pokhara. This is followed by a drive to Chitwan Park for the Jungle Safari and finally return to Kathmandu to take your return flights home.
The highlights of the tour are to trekking to Ghorepani Poon Hill which is one of the most popular short and sweet treks in the Annapurna Region. Here, you will have views of the beautiful Himalayas of the Annapurna Himalaya range. A must-do on this trek is to climb on Poon Hill. When the sun rises, it touches the snow-capped summits Dhaulagiri (8,167m) and Annapurna (8,091m). The Ghorepani trek leads to the west of Pokhara, giving superb Himalayan scenery of the whole Annapurna trekking region. The treks in the area offer spectacular mountain scenery along with charming villages, inhabited particularly by the Gurungs and Magars communities, thick rhododendron forests, which are full of birds, and deep sub-tropical valleys; all set below the Annapurna’s with the scenic peak of Machhapuchhare (Fishtail).
Another highlight is the Jungle safari in Chitwan. Chitwan is accessible for all the travellers as it is located in the southern middle part of Nepal and is linked by well paved roads and a regular tourist bus service from Kathmandu and Pokhara. Experience various species of raremplants and animals. Chitwan is situated only 150m above the sea level, during March-June the fog covers all the way around. Feb-May is the best game-viewing season.
Itinerary:
Day 01: Arrive at Kathmandu airport transfer to hotel (No meals)
You will be met & greeted by an airport representative who will be on standby to pick you up and transfer you to your hotel. Your evening is free and after you’ve refreshed, you can go for a stroll down the street to get familiar with your surroundings. Window shopping would be a good start to look around, your first overnight in the valley of temples & cows. Probably the most in the world; however, these unusual sights are sometimes welcome & interesting.
Day 02: Full day sightseeing of Kathmandu Valley & an orientation ( Breakfast Included)
After having breakfast at hotel, you will be taken for a sightseeing tour in Kathmandu Valley; you will be escorted by a professional guide and your tour will include Kathmandu Durbar Square, Monkey Temple - Swayambhunath (note, there are real monkeys down here & they can be a pain in the neck, especially if you are munching something while climbing the steps to the temple; whatever your munching could vanish from your hands in seconds if you’re not careful. The best way to appease these monkeys is by buying some bananas from vendors just by the roadside to the temple & distribute them on your way up, they’d be happy & leave you alone).
Pashupatinath Temple and Baudhanath Stupa. The Pashupatinath is a significant place of visit because this is a heritage site & is the most important religious site for Hindus in Nepal & India. Within the boundaries of this temple are cremation zones where the bodies of Nepalese, right from the pauper on the streets to the king of Nepal. In the early evening you get back to your hotel & refresh after which your trek leader will meet the group & orient you on the whole program related to your trip. You will even have sufficient time to buy some trek gear if you need any in Thamel area, overnight at hotel.
Day 03: Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (Breakfast Included)
A drive along the scenic Trisuli and Marsyangdi River to reach Pokhara, it’s a pretty good drive as you go by the beautiful river which is also good for rafting; you can view Ganesh Himal and the Manaslu peak. Pokhara is a tourist's paradise full of natural as well as cultural heritage sites such as lakes, caves, & temples of Buddhist and Hindus along with lovely mountains; after 6 hours of driving; you will arrive in Pokhara, the city of lakes, welcome to this beautiful town of serene lakes that gives so much meaning to your holidays, overnight at your hotel.
Day 04: Drive from Pokhara to Nayapul and Trek to Tikhedunga (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
After having breakfast at the hotel, you start to drive to Nayapul which takes approximately one and half hours, you then start the first part of the hike out to Tikhedunga (1577M) Via Birethanti (1065m.) this is a pretty easy flat-out hike as we pass through several small lively villages and settlements, after some time, we will ascend gently to the final destination of the day, overnight at Guesthouse.
Day 05: Trek to Ghorepani (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
After having hot breakfast at lodge, you start the trek and ascend steeply for the first 2 hours then ascend gently passing through Ulleri (2070m.) and Banthanti, villages. This path gives breathtaking views of Machhapuchhare or Fish Tail (6997m.), Hiunchuli (6441m.), and the grand Annapurna (7219m) south on the way. The trekking trail gets quite easy going as you pass through rhododendron and shadowy forests amidst the cackling of birds. You ascend gently up to the final camp to the Ghorepani, check into the Lodge and overnight at Guesthouse.
Day 06: Hike to Poon Hill and trek to Tadapani (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
Hike to Poon Hill (3232m.) to enjoy the sunrise views over Mt. Dhaulagiri (8167m.), Tukuche Peak (6920m.), Nilgiri (6940m.), Varaha Shikhar (7847m.), Mt. Annapurna I (8091m.), Annapurna South (7219m.), Annapurna III (7855m.), Machhapuchhare (6993m.), Annapurna IV (7525m.), Annapurna II (7937m.), Lamjung Himal (6931m.) and other beautiful snowcapped mountains in the morning. Return down to Ghorepani and have a hot breakfast at the lodge then trek to Tadapani (2650m.). A majority of this trail is through blooming rhododendron forests; the beautiful flower makes the jungle colourful in spring when they bloom. Check in to the lodge in Tadapani and overnight at Guesthouse.
Day 07: Trek from Tadapani to Ghandruk (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
After having breakfast at the lodge, today, its an easy trek by descending gently all the way through rhododendron, oak and other kinds of dense forests, you will hear different kinds of birds chirping on the way, this is one of the popular destinations for the birds' lovers. Ghandruk is a big Gurung village, there is a handicraft centre and Gurung museum, from this village you will see the views of Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, Gangapurna (7455m.), Annapurna III (7755m.) and Fishtail, overnight at Lodge.
Day 08: Trek from Ghandruk to Nayapul & Drive to Pokhara (Breakfast & Lunch)
After having breakfast at hotel, you start the last day of trekking, it is very easy trek by descending gently half of the way through the rice field and local villages to Syauli bazaar until Nayapul then drive to Pokhara, check in to the hotel and your evening is free, overnight at hotel.
Day 09: Drive from Pokhara to Chitwan (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
After an early morning breakfast at hotel, you will take a six hour drive to Chitwan and check into your jungle lodge and embark on a wildlife Tharu village tour, overnight at lodge.
Day 10: Full day of go-wild jungle activities (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
After breakfast amidst the sweet chirping of birds, you set out for a full day of jungle activities that include Jungle Walking and Elephant Back Riding Safari across streams & into the jungles. You can enjoy watching the Elephants bathing and visit the elephant Breeding centre. While having supper, enjoy a scintillating Tharu cultural stick dance that’s real exciting to watch, overnight at lodge.
Day 11: Drive from Chitwan to Kathmandu (Breakfast & Dinner)
After breakfast, enjoy an interesting Bird watching tour in the morning. Drive to Kathmandu and check into the hotel, evening is free, overnight at hotel.
Day 12: Transfer to international airport for your final flight departure (Breakfast)
Having enjoyed wonderful holiday of different ventures that shows you the true depths of Nepal’s natural beauty in unusual climatic conditions and it’s changing landscapes; it is time to return home.
Conditions
Valid from Sep 5, 2022
Expires Dec 25, 2023
Limit: 4 per user and 2 as gift for others
Bookings essential. Valid for the following departure dates from Nepal: 2022 Sept: 5, 15, 25, Oct: 5, 15, 25, Nov: 5, 15, 25, Dec: 5, 15, 25; 2023: Jan: 5, 15, 25, Feb: 5, 15, 25, March: 5, 15, 25, April: 5, 15, 25, May: 5, 15, 25, June: 5, Sept: 5, 15, 25, Oct: 5, 15, 25, Nov: 5, 15, 25, Dec: 5, 15, 25. Subject to availability. Please note there is a GrabOne room allocation per day; these will be allocated on a first come, first served basis. International flights not included. Deal valid for one person on a twin share basis i.e. two vouchers must be purchased at this price. The offer is based on a minimum booking of 2 people. Offer is based on twin/double sharing. The Tour is Group Tour and valid for only the above given fixed dates. Includes 11 nights of accommodation & inclusions as stated in itinerary. Nepal entry visa fee is not included. Travel insurance is not included. Meals not stated in the itinerary are not included. Your expenses and entrance fees while you do the tour in Kathmandu are not included. All drinks and treats not included. International airfare to arrive in Nepal and return from Nepal is not included. Tips for the guide, porter & driver are not included. Any other expenses which are not mentioned in inclusion section are not included. Your NZ passport must be valid at least 6 months beyond your intended stay. Visas are the responsibility of the traveller. Travel insurance recommended. Value of deal is based on current rates, which are subject to change. While stocks last. No refunds unless required by law. No cashback. Not to be used with other offers.
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