Welcome to the Himalayan country of Nepal! Upon your arrival at the Tribhuvan International Airport, a representative will welcome you and assist you in transferring to your Hotel in Kathmandu. After some time to rest in the evening, you will be transferred to a traditional Nepalese restaurant in the heart of Kathmandu for a welcome dinner, a trip briefing, and an overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast, head to Pashupatinath temple, known as the largest Hindu religious complex in Nepal. This complex is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is significant from a spiritual, historical, artistic, and cultural perspective. After lunch, you will travel to Patan Durbar Square, which was located in the medieval royal palace of Patan until the mid-19th century. The area is surrounded by beautiful, imposing monuments that tell stories that recount fascinating, esoteric legends and fascinating historical events. Finally, you will visit the stupa of Swayambhunath, situated at a vantage point that gives you a good view of the valley. From there, you will have a beautiful view of Kathmandu.

After breakfast, an early morning drive by tourist bus to Pokhara through the beautiful Nepalese countryside. Once you reach the Pokhara lakeside and transfer to the hotel, take the rest of the time to explore the surrounding lakeside areas and overnight at the hotel.

Distance: Approximately 5 - 6 hr drive

Today, after breakfast, your trekking guide will take you for an hour's drive to Naya Pul and start your trek to Birethanti, a large and prosperous town beside the Modi River. You will head up the main trail to Sudami, where you climb gradually up the side of the valley, reaching Hile (1495m) before pushing on to Tikhe Dhunga.

Overnight at a local mountain lodge

Elevation: 1,577 m / 5,173 ft
Distance: 1 hr drive and approximately 4 hrs walk
 

After breakfast, prepare for a long uphill with steep stone steps to Ulleri village and its incredible landscape and Himalayan scenery. You will spend a pleasant day trekking through rhododendron and oak forests. The view will give you the inner power to climb up these steps and encourage you to walk more! After a few hours of walking with several breaks in between, you can enjoy the fantastic views of the Dhaulagiri and Annapurna Himalayan ranges.

Overnight at a local mountain lodge

Elevation: 2,850 m / 9,350 ft
Distance: Approximately 5- 6 hrs walk

Today, start very early in the morning for a 40-minute hike up to Poon Hill.  A brilliant viewpoint provides you with an unobstructed sunrise over the high Himalayas and a wide range of panoramic scenery from the far western Himalayas of Dolpo, Mt. Dhaulagiri, and Annapurna, including Mt. Machhapuchre (Fish Tail) and Manasalu. After a fun morning of hiking and spectacular views, head back to Ghorepani for breakfast before continuing to Tadapani for the night.

Overnight at a local mountain lodge

Elevation: 2,540 m / 8,332 ft
Distance: Approximately 6 - 7 hrs walk

After breakfast, you will trek to Ghandruk, a traditional Gurung village in the foothills of Annapurna. Here you will observe the Gurung tradition and lifestyle, unique to the mountainous people of Nepal.

Overnight at a local mountain lodge

Your journey will end here, and you will travel to Pokhara to spend the night. Enjoy the evening to rest and relax, or head out for Pokhara's nightlife. 

After breakfast, drive through the picturesque Nepali countryside in the early morning to get to Kathmandu. The guide will take you to your hotel after you arrive in Kathmandu, where you can rest or explore for the rest of the day.
 

Today is free for you to do any last-minute shopping for gifts or souvenirs for your loved ones before your departure flight. Drive to start any additional trips or activities you may have scheduled. If you are leaving, you will transfer to the international airport to catch your flight to your next destination.

Goodbye, Nepal!