Annapurna foothill Trek - 15 days

This trip begins with exploring if the ancient World Heritage sites of Hindu Temples, Buddhist Stupas and old royal palaces famous for its marvelous stone sculptures and woodcarvings with exclusive opportunity to witness the lifestyles, cultures and traditions of Newari ethnic community of Katmandu Valley.

Annapurna Foothills from the viewpoint on Poon Hill offers the best of all trekking in Nepal. Trekking in the magnificent mountain scenery through attractive villages occupied by the Gurungs, dense rhododendron forests full of unique species of birds and deep sub-tropical valleys. Best moment of this trek is when you climb Poon Hill amid one of the most spectacular views of mountains on Earth with sunrise.

Excitement of two days rafting at Trishuli River and spending a night on the river bank, At Chitwan National Park: Elephant back safari, nature walk, canoe ride, Colorful Tharu village walk, bird watching and Tharu stick dance. At the end you will visit world heritage listed town Patan and Bhaktapur (cities of arts). You just bring need along with you a pair of reasonably strong legs and Your Spirit of Adventures.

Glance of Trip

Location	:	Kathmandu, Chitwan, Pokhara and Annapurna
Activities	:	Trekking, Sightseeing Tour, rafting and wildlife
High Altitude	:	3193 meters
Duration	:	15 Days
Accomodation	:	Hotel, Resort and Tented camps

Itinerary in Details

Day 01	:	Arrival at Kathmandu airport and transfer to hotel. Leisure day
Day 02	:	Kathmandu : Breakfast at hotel and start sightseeing by visiting Durbar Square known as the spiritual heart of Kathmandu Valley. The Old Royal Palace in the center is surrounded by temples and other important commercial buildings which make it the most important point in Kathmandu to observe and see the culture and religion of Nepal especially when you visit the temple of living goddess Kumari. After Durbar square we move to visit Swayambhunath and see one of the largest stupa as the most important and oldest site of Buddhist worship in Nepal. Swayambhunath Stupa is famous for the eyes of Buddha which seem to be observing the world from all 4 directions. After Swayambhunath we visit Bodhnath and find the largest Stupa of Nepal. Around the octagonal base of Stupa there are 108 images of Buddha where prayer ceremonies of Buddhist Lamas are taking place since over 2000 years. Hotel-Meals: B
Day 03	:	Kathamndu-Pokhara : Breakfast at hotel transfer to domestic airport for flight to Pokhara (30 minute flight). Pokhara is the second biggest valley in the central hilly region of Nepal after Kathmandu and gateway to Annapurna region Himalayas. The town of Pokhara itself is at an altitude of just 900 m on the Seti Khola River Overshadowed by the fishtail mountain (6,999 m), one of the most beautiful mountains of the world. Half days Pohkara sightseeing- Visiting Davis fall, Guptaswor cave, Seti george, Bindabasini temple with leisure walk at lakeside market and boating at Fewa lake Pokhara Hotel overnight stay - Meals: B
Day 04	:	After breakfast drive from Pokhara to Naya Pul (New Bridge) to begin approximately four hours Trek to Tirkhedhunga/Ulleri. (1577m.) crossing above a river, jungle with flora and fauna, Meals at camping site: BLD
Day 05	:	Tirkhedhunga to Ghorepani (2855m.) : A steep ascending up to Ulleri and gradually climbing up to Ghorepani takes about 7 hours. You will walk whole day through dense forest of Rhododendron, oak trees and bamboo grooves watching beautiful rhododendron and orchid flowers with fluttery enjoyment of the chipping birds and butterflies. Meals at camping site: BLD
Day 06	:	Poon hill to Tadapani (2540m.): Early morning we will climb upwards to Poon Hill (3193m.) to see the beautiful sun rise and colorful mountains in the surroundings; Mt. Annapurna South 7219m., Mt. Dhaulagiri 8167m., Tent Peak, Thapa Peak, Hiun Chuli 6441m., Annapurna III 7855m., Annapurna II 7937m., Annapurna IV 7525 m., Mt. Lamjung 6931m., and many other peaks in Dhaulagiri and Annapurna ranges. Trek back to Ghorepani for breakfast and commence your trek to Tadapani you can enjoy the panoramic Mountain View and flora faunas on the trail. Meals at camping site: BLD
Day 07	:	Tadapani - Modi Khola 1646m, Meals at camping site: BLD
Day 08	:	Modi Khola - Australian Camp 1950m, Meals at camping site: BLD
Day 09	:	Australian camp - Phedi (1000m) and drive back to Pokhara Hotel for relaxing Mealsat Hotel- B
Day 10	:	Breakfast at hotel then drive about three hours to Charaundi from where the rafting adventure begins. Before you start sailing, our rafting guide gives you a small briefing about river, rapids and paddling techniques. No experience is needed to raft but the feeling for pleasure and the spirit of water adventure. After 4 hours rafting we camp at Kuringhat riverside. Meals at camping site: BLD
Day 11	:	After breakfast 3 hours rafting to Mugling, light lunch at Mugling and transfer to Chitwan national park to begin wildlife safari tour- Hotel-Meals: BLD
Day 12	:	Whole day in Chitwan national park for jungle activities such as- Elephant back safari, nature walk, canoeing in the river, cultural show. Hotel- Meals: BLD
Day 13	:	Kathmandu : Early morning bird watching tour- breakfast and drive to Kathmandu with your time at leisure for the rest of the day - Hotel-Meals: B
Day 14	:	Today we drive to Patan previously called to be the second largest town in the valley but now most of it absorbed into Kathmandu City. Patan was previously known as Lalitpur (the beautiful city). The famous King Ashoka built the Stupas at four corners of the town in 250 BC. The temple architectural structure gave this city fame to be unique and most beautiful. After Patan we proceed to Bhaktapur, the third biggest city of the valley which has successfully preserved it's medieval characters better than Patan. Here we visit the golden Door, the Palace of 55 windows (15th century) and Pagoda Nyatapola (18th century). Today at hotel we offer typical Nepali farewell dinner with a cultural show -Meals: BD
Day 15	:	Breakfast and transfer to airport for your next destination----
Note	:	All participants meet and end the trek in Kathmandu. Lodging of your choice and selection in Kathmandu and Pokhara can be arranged for each participant on request prior to your arrival in Nepal. The cost of this package can be set with or without this facility. To extend your trip for any other adventure is at your choice which could be organized at your discretion. The cost of each package /trip is determined on the basis of the size of group.

Deluxe Tour

Price : USD 1130 per person
*     Price based on minimum group size of 4 pax
*     A trip can be conducted for individuals on extra cost only
*     50% discount for one person on a group of above 10 pax
*     100% discount for one person on a group of above 15 pax
*     Flight fare and conservation fees are payable
*     Single room supplement US$ 180 per occupancy

Accommodations

Kathmandu	Hotel Himalaya or Hotel Shankar
Pokhara	Hotel Trek-O-Tel or Hotel Kantipur
Chitwan	Machan or Island jungle Resort
During Trekking	Tented camps
(5 stars hotels are dealt on extra cost)

Service Includes •     Private ground transportation by car/jeep/van/coach as per itinerary
•     Accommodation in Kathmandu/Pokhara with breakfast in twin sharing basis
•     Sightseeing as per itinerary escorted by tour guide
•     Tented camp trekking on full board basis
•     All camping equipments: Tents (sleeping, dinning, kitchen, and toilet) dining table set, mattress, sleeping bag, all kitchen equipments
•     ACAP fees
•     Trekking leader (guide) and necessary trekking crew
•     Two days rafting on full board basis
•     Two night Chitwan jungle safari tour on full board basis
•     Kathmandu Pokhara flight fares
•     Domestic airport tax
•     Entrance fees of heritage sites, temples, stupas and old royal palaces

Service Excludes
Expenses of personal nature, personal gears, hard/soft drinks, personal medication, rescue in case of emergency, any extra expenses due to un-avoidable circumstances, lunch and dinner while in Kathmandu and Pokhara

STANDARD TOUR

Option :     Tea house trekking can be available in this region- Our priority of this trek is to Provide opportunity for local’s to generate income, stay at small family run lodge

Standard Tour Cost

Price : USD 1130 per person
*     Price based on minimum group size of 4 pax
*     A trip can be conducted for individuals on extra cost only
*     50% discount for one person on a group of above 10 pax
*     100% discount for one person on a group of above 15 pax
*     Flight fare and conservation fees are payable
*     Single room supplement US$ 125 per occupancy

Accommodations

Kathmandu	Hotel Thamel
Pokhara	Hotel Lake palace
Chitwan	Tiger camp/ unique wild life resort in Sauraha
During Trekking	Guest house/Lodge
(5 stars hotels are dealt on extra cost)

Service Includes
•     Arrival, departure, Kathmandu sightseeing by private transportation by car/van/coach
•     Long distance transportation by regular tourist bus/Public bus like: Kathamndu-Pokhara Pokhara-Trisuli, Chitwan-Kathmandu – (Private transportation US$ 80 per person extra)
•     Accommodation in Kathmandu/Pokhara with breakfast on twin sharing basis
•     Sightseeing as per itinerary escorted by tour guide
•     Tea house trekking in full board basis
•     ACAP fees
•     Trekking leader (guide) and Porters
•     Two days rafting on full board basis
•     Two night Chitwan jungle safari tour in full board basis
•     Kathmandu Pokhara flights fare and airport departure tax

Service Excludes
Expenses of personal nature, personal gears, hard/soft drinks, personal medication, rescue in case of emergency, any extra expenses due to un-avoidable situation, lunch and dinner while in Kathmandu and Pokhara and entrance fees of heritage sites, temples, stupas and old royal Palaces.