iExplore Nepal Active(Trip #37066)

Tour Overview

From Kathmandu it’s on to Pokhara, a quiet lakeside town and the starting point for your three-day trek. You’ll hike through terraced fields, subtropical rainforest, and typical Nepali villages, with stunning views of the mountains to the north. Followed by a 2 night safari in Chitwan National Park.

Day by Day Itinerary

Day 01: Kathmandu, Nepal
Arrive Kathmandu and transfer to your hotel. This afternoon, meet with your guide for a trip orientation.
Hotel Malla

Day 02: Kathmandu
Enjoy a morning sightseeing tour around the Kathmandu Valley, you may choose one of the following; Pashupatinath, Bodhnath or Bhaktapur. Pashupatinath; the holiest of Hindu temples dedicated to Lord Shiva the destroyer of the Hindu Trinity. Boudhanath: one of the largest Buddhist stupas in the world, Boudhanath is built around a plinth resembling the holy Mandala. The third city of the valley, Bhaktapur is a storehouse of medieval architecture. In the afternoon, Kathmandu is yours to explore.
Breakfast
Hotel Malla

Day 03: Kathmandu - Pokhara - Dhampus (6,012M)
Private transfer to the Kathmandu Airport to board your flight to Pokhara to begin your three-day trek.

Arrive Pokhara airport and transfer (about 35 minutes) to Phedi Lake to begin the trek to Dhampus and encounter spectacular views of the Annapurna range, including Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, and Machapuchare. Spend three hours hiking through the deep forest, passing Brahmin’s, Chettri’s, and Gurung’s villages. Dhampus is a beautiful village with spectacular views of Annapurna, Fishtail, Mt. Manasulu and Himal Chuli.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Lodge at Dhampus

Day 04: Dhampus - Naudhada (2,500 M) - Sarangkot (1,592M)
Today descend to the Surkhet River and then ascend to Naudhada to take in the fabulous view while we stop for lunch. After lunch the trek to Sarangkot is three hours.

Sarangkot sits north of Pokhara and overlooks the valley and Fewa Tal. This village is best known for its sunrise where on a clear day you have an unobstructed view of the Annapurna range, Dhauligiri, and Fishtail Mountain. Another attraction here is to spend an hour paragliding (extra cost) to really view the mountains and the city below or experience the Nepali culture by taking a three hour tour around the city and meet the locals and see how they live.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Lodge at Sarangkoat

Day 05: Saranagkot - Pokhara
Descending to Pokhara you will pass through the Schima-Catonopsis forest with many opportunities for bird watching. The last trek to Phewa Lake is two hours . Upon arrival, you will be transferred to Pokhara for the afternoon at leisure. Pokhara is a lively trade route city beautifully situated on Lake Phewa. The rare combination of snow clad peaks and snowfed lakes and rivers has made the Valley of Pokhara one of the most picturesque natural attractions in the Kingdom.

Guests at the Fishtail Lodge are treated to some of the most breath-taking views in the world there's nothing to equal the sight of the sun rising over the Annapurna massif and Machhapuchhare (Fishtail Mountain) - and you can enjoy the view without even getting out of bed.
Breakfast
Fishtail Lodge

Day 06: Pokhara - Chitwan National Park
Morning transfer (4-hours) to Chitwan National Park. The Royal Chitwan National Park is the lush Valley of Chitwan situated in the foothills of Churia Ranges, 75 air miles South West of Kathmandu, houses the first National Park of the Kingdom. Enjoy a safari game drive this afternoon and overnight.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Narayani Safari Hotel

Day 07: Chitwan National Park
Indulge in jungle safari activities featuring elephant rides to see the rare one-horned rhino, sloth bear, four species of deer, a dazzling array of tropical birds and perhaps a leopard or tiger. The birdlife is fantastic – some 450 species have been sighted within the park. Also take a dugout canoe ride into the watery realm of the threatened gharial crocodile, mugger crocodile, and numerous waterfowl.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Narayani Safari Hotel

Day 08: Chitwan National Park - Kathmandu
Morning jungle walk, then transfer to the airport for flight to Kathmandu. Private transfer to your hotel for check-in and overnight.
Breakfast
Hotel Malla

Day 09: Kathmandu
Enjoy a half-day sightseeing tour of the medieval city of Patan. Listed as a World Heritage Site, the former Royal Palace complex is the center of Patan’s religious and social life. Here you will visit the Durbar square with it’s collection of temples, the most famous being the Krishna temple a stone structure instead of the usual brick and wood used for temples in Nepal. Proceed to the Golden Temple, visit the Mahabouddha temple also known as the temple of the thousand Buddha’s due to the carving of Buddha on each brick, Uku and Kwa Bahal. This afternoon at leisure and catch up on last minute shopping and farewell dinnner tonight.
Breakfast, Dinner
Hotel Malla

Day 10: Kathmandu - Depart
Transfer to Kathmandu International Airport for departure flight.
Breakfast