Explore Nepal With Soft Trek

Day 1 :- ARRIVE KATHMANDU

Upon arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu, met and assisted by our representative at the arrival gate and transfer to the hotel.

Kathmandu is the capital of Nepal and the largest urban agglomerate of Nepal. The agglomerate consists of Kathmandu Metropolitan City at its core, and its sister cities Patan, Kirtipur, Thimi, and Bhaktapur. It also includes the recently recognized urban areas of Shankhapur, Karyabinayak, Champapur, Banepa, Dhulikhel and Panauti. According to a census conducted in 2011, Kathmandu metropolis alone has 975,453 inhabitants, and the agglomerate has a population of more than 2.5 million inhabitants. The city stands at an elevation of approximately 1,400 meters (4,600 ft) in the bowl-shaped Kathmandu Valley of central Nepal. It is surrounded by four major mountains: Shivapuri, Phulchoki, Nagarjun and Chandragiri.

Rest of the day Free at hotel
Overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.

Day 2 :- IN KATHMANDU

Breakfast: In hotel

AM: Sightseeing tour of Kathmandu Durbar Square and Swayambhunath

PM: Half day sightseeing tour of Patan city

Kathmandu Durbar Square : Kathmandu’s number one tourist attraction swarms with life. Though a few of the square’s 50-plus monuments date from the 12th century, most are from the time of the Malla Kings. Probably the most famous building here is the Kumari Bahal, a building richly decorated with beautiful woodcarvings, which is home to the Royal Kumari, the Living Goddess, and a manifestation of the great goddess Durga. Nearby the former Royal Palace is a Mall Dynasty dwelling, once considerably more extensive than today. Within, the courtyard Nassal Chowk, originally hosted dramatic dance performances, now it is the coronation site of the Shah kings and contains some of the finest wood carvings you will see anywhere in the kingdom. The 14th century Jagannath Mandir is the oldest temple in the area, its steps carved with inscriptions in many languages, nearby Taleju Mandir is one of the largest and finest temples in the Valley.

Swayambhunath : The most ancient and enigmatic of the Valley’s holy shrines the golden-spired stupa of Swayambhunath tops a wooded hillock. Records of its history date as far as the 5th century, but its origins are believed to be older. It is the Kathmandu Valley’s most sacred Buddhist shrine and whilst its worshippers include the Vajrayana Buddhists of northern Nepal and Tibet, Newari Buddhists are the most fervent devotees.

Sightseeing tour of Patan Durbar Square

Patan Durbar Square : Patan, the ancient city, once a kingdom in itself, is situated across the Bagmati River to the south of Kathmandu. Patan Durbar Square offers the finest display of Newari urban architecture in Nepal. There are temples devoted to Shiva, Krishna, Ganesh and Vishnu all actively visited by residents and visitors. At the northern end of the square the ancient sunken water tap has been restored and is still in use with young girls filling huge jugs from the carved stone waterspouts. The courtyards of the Royal Palace with their ornamented windows, columned arcades, shrines and sunken royal bath are amongst the loveliest in all Kathmandu.

Overnight at Hotel in Kathmandu.

Day 3 :- KATHMANDU- CHITWAN BY SURFACE (APPROX. 180 KM/ 5-6 HOURS’ DRIVE)

Breakfast at Hotel.
After breakfast drive to Chitwan. Upon arrival in Chitwan you will be transfer to the resort.

Chitwan National Park is one of Asia’s riches and the best conserved National Park. It is situated 75 air miles southwest of Kathmandu. Chitwan National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is one of the Asia’s remaining jungles. Here, you will discover a lost world of towering trees and twisting vines, of pre-historic rhinos and lumbering elephants, of crocodiles, pythons and deer, of brilliantly colored birds and if you are fortunate – the majestic Royal Bengal Tiger.
Lunch at Resort in Chitwan
PM: Jungle activities as per program.
Dinner & Overnight at Resort in Chitwan.

Day 4 :- IN CHITWAN

Breakfast at Hotel
Full day jungle activities as per program
Lunch, Dinner & Overnight at Resort in Chitwan.

Day 5 :- DRIVE KATHMANDU / POKHARA

Breakfast: In hotel
After breakfast drive to Pokhara which is approximately 185 km and 5 – 6 hours’ drive.
Pokhara is a place of remarkable natural beauty. The enchanting city has several beautiful lakes and offers stunning panoramic views of Himalayan peaks. The serenity of the lakes and the magnificence of the Himalaya rising behind them create the ambience that has made Pokhara such a popular place to relax and enjoy the beauty of nature. Tourism focuses on the districts of Dam-side and Lakeside (or Pardi and Baidam, in Nepali, respectively). These two areas, packed with hotels and restaurants, are a few kilometers southwest of the main Pokhara bazaar.
Rest of the day at Leisure
Overnight at hotel in Pokhara.

Day 6 :- IN POKHARA

Breakfast: In hotel
Early morning excursion trip to Sarangkot to view sunrise over Himalaya (Subject to weather condition)

From Pokhara, Sarangkot is the most popular tourist destination from where the tourist can enjoy the great view of the Pokhara valley and the magnificent view of the mountains. Sarangkot is only 5 km from Lake Side. Sarangkot is the highest view point for a sunrise and it is just 1592m high. Sarangkot is 5 degrees cooler than Pokhara.
PM: Half day sightseeing tour of Pokhara city + 01 Hour Boating at Phewa Lake
Devi’s fall : Locally known as Patale Chango (Hell’s fall) also known as Devin’s and David’s is a lovely Waterfall is about 2 km south West of Pokhara airport on the Siddhartha Highway. Legend has it that a trekker by the name of Davy was washed away by the Padi Khola and mysteriously disappeared down into an underground passage beneath the fall.

Gupteshwor Cave : Gupteshwor Gupha, a sacred cave, lies 2 km from Pokhara airport on the Siddhartha Highway leading southwest from the city. The entrance is right across from Devi’s fall and the cave is almost 3 km long. It has some big hall-size rooms and some passages where you have to crawl on all fours. This cave holds special value for Hindus since a phallic symbol of Lord Shiva is preserved here in the condition it was discovered. An entrance fee of Rs. 5 is charged and taking pictures inside the cave is prohibited.
The Old Bazaar + Bindyabasini Temple : Pokhara’s traditional bazaar is colorful and so are its ethnically diverse traders. In its temples and monuments can be seen ties to the old Newar Architecture of the Kathmandu valley, located about 4 km from Lakeside, the market S original charm is still evident. This area is strewn with shops selling commodities ranging from edibles to and cloth to cosmetics and gold is a pleasant and shady spot to stroll around.
The old Bazaar is also home to one of Pokhara’s most important shrines. Locally called the Bindyabasini Mandir, this white dome- like structure dominates a spacious stone – paved courtyard built atop a shady hillock. It is dedicated to Goddess Bhagawati, yet another manifestation of Shakti. The park – like grounds offers a fine picnic area, and on Saturdays, and Tuesdays when devotees flock there to offer sacrifices, it takes on a festive flavor.
Overnight at hotel in Pokhara.

Day 7 :- DRIVE TO NAYAPUL (TREK POINT) WITH 4 HRS TREK TO ULLERI 1,940M

After breakfast drive to Nayapul, start trekking from Nayapul, walk 2 and half hour to Tikhedhunga, after crossing the Tikhedhunga Khola on the suspension bride, climb up quite steeply on a stone staircase that is more than 3200 steps, after climbing the hill arrive Uleeri, cn see first mountain view of Mt Annapurna South (7219M) and Hiunchuli (6441M).
Overnight at local Lodge.

Day 8 :- TREK TO GHOREPANI 2,850 M – 06 HRS.

Morning starts with slow climb into enchanting cool rhododendron and pine forested area to reach at Ghorepani village, located on a ridge surrounded with beautiful rhododendron trees, this village inhabited mostly by poon people of Magar tribe and famous for the Poon Hill view top which is an hour climb.
Overnight at local Lodge.

Day 9 :- HIKE TO POON HILL 3,210 M AND TREK TO TADAPANI 2,640M – 05 HRS

Early morning climb to the top of poon hill to catch the stunning sunrise over array of Himalayan peaks from world 7th highest Dhaulagiri – 10th highest Annapurna with range of the peaks including world 8th highest Manaslu with Majestic Machhapuchare peak ‘Fish Tail” after enjoying exciting moment head back to Ghorepani and continuous trek with uphill and downhill through cool forest then reaching at Tandapani for overnight stop
Overnight at local lodge.

Day 10 :- TREK TO GHANDRUK – KIMCHE, (04 HRS) – DRIVE TO POKHARA (2 HRS)

From this peaceful village walk downhill into cool forest of rhododendron and pines trees to reach on top of Ghandruk villages on reaching Ghandruk a Gurung Village famous as Gorkha soldiers in foreign countries UK – Indain and Singapore enlisted as soldiers, besides army services are traditional farmers and cattle herders of Buddhist bon religion and culture. Ghandruk is one the largest villages around Annapurna areas, here in the comfort of a nice cozy lodge after a good day walks of few hours. We will stop Ghandruk for Lunch then walk an hour to Kimche.
Drive from Kimche to Pokhara.
Overnight at hotel in Pokhara.

Day 11 :- DRIVE BACK TO KATHMANDU

Breakfast: In hotel
After breakfast drive back to Kathmandu which is approximately 210 km and 6 – 7 hours’ drive.
After arrival in Kathmandu, you will be transfer to the hotel.
Rest of the day at Leisure
Overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.

Day 12 :- DEPART KATHMANDU

Breakfast at hotel
Free till departure
On time transfer to International airport to connect onwards flight.

Check-in at 1400 hrs. & Check-out at 1200 hrs.