This itinerary provides a 14-day tour of Kathmandu, Pokhara, and the Ghorepani Poonhill Trek in Nepal. Key activities and destinations include sightseeing in Kathmandu including visits to Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa, and Kathmandu Durbar Square; day trips to the historic cities of Patan and Bhaktapur; a jungle safari in Chitwan National Park; rafting on the Trisuli River; hiking on the Ghorepani Poonhill Trek with views of the Himalayas from Poon Hill; and exploring Pokhara and its lakes and mountains. The tour concludes with a free day in

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Kathmandu, Patan, Bhaktpur Pokhara tour and Ghorepani Poonhill Trek 13 Nights 14 Days
Day Date Day to Day Itinerary
01 12th
October
Welcome to Nepal!! Upon Arrival in Kathmandu Airport you will meet and assist you our
Company representative then transfer to the Hotel rest, evening guide will brief our Nepal tour and
trekking program and overnight stay at hotel. (B)
02 13th
October
Kathmandu Sightseeing Tours (09:30 – 17:00)
Sightseeing of Pashupatinath Temple- the most sacred of the Hindu temples in Nepal dedicaed to
lord Shiva, first established in 5th century. The holiest Hindu pilgrimage place in Nepal pashupati
has received the attention of worshippers for at least fifteen hundred years.
Boudha Nath Temple- the world’s largest stupa; a sight of great reneration to the Buddhist.
Boudhanath is a colossal stupa north east of Pashupatinath and lies a further two 2 kilometers by
road. The origin of this stupa is rather obscure. A legend says that a woman named Kangma was
banished from heaven by Indra for stealing flowers and was reborn on earth as a swineherd’s
daughter.
Swayambhunath temple - the oldest Buddhist shrine. Looking east from here, one can see the
entire Kathmandu valley spread out below. And lunch break in Kathmandu durbar square.
Swayambhunath is a best place to observe religious harmony between Nepalese Buddhists and
Hindus.
Kathmandu Durbar Square– the temple of the Living Goddess and the old Royal Palace. Finally,
visit Kasthamandup – a temple built from a single tree from which the Kathmandu derives its
name. And then transfer to Hotel. (BB)
03 14th
October
Sightseeing Tour: Patan & Bhaktapur
Patan Durbar SquareWe starts our tour of two more UNESCO World Heritage Site cities adjacent
to Kathmandu: Patan & Bhaktapur. Patan is also known as The City of Fine Arts. Patan Durbar
Square is one of the places in the Kathmandu Valley where the medieval arts and architecture still
remain in its original state. The Durbar Square is full of ancient places, temples and shrines, noted
for their exquisite carvings, mostly the Hindu and Buddhist monuments. Similarly, the medieval
town of Bhaktapur, or the Town of the Devotees, preserves medieval arts, architecture, culture, and
lifestyle to this date. One is sure to feel like travelling back into the past while walking along the
Bhaktapur thoroughfares, squares and streets. Overnight at Kathmandu. (BB)
04 15th
October
Drive to Chitwan
Today we take an early morning breakfast and drive to Chitwan, 150 kilometers from Kathmandu
and a 5 hour's drive into the mountains. All the way we descend down along the winding road on
the banks of the Trishuli River. After checking in to the hotel and getting refreshed you will be
briefed about full nature programs by our nature guide. Then we head on for activities. There will
be a guided village walk and a walk on the banks of the Rapti River to watch the charming sunset
views in the sub-tropical jungle. In the evening, dinner with cultural program by ethnic tribal
people with their stick dance and tribal drums. Overnight at Chitwan. Included meals: (B, L, D)
5 16th
October
Full Day at Chitwan National Park including Jungle Safari
Rhinos in Chitwan National ParkThe Chitwan National Park have been declared by the UNESCO
as a World Heritage Site. Today you will discover why the National Park holds an important place
in preserving the wild lives that are rapidly getting extinct from this planet. You're almost sure to
spot water buffalo, egrets, woodpecker, and deer in their natural habitat. The Park is also home to
rhinoceros, tigers, leopards, sloth bears, wild bison, gangetic dolphin, 500 birds, butterflies, as well
as the near extinct Gharials crocodiles. You can do a number of activities here - an elephant safari,
a nature walk, bird watching, a jungle drive or a canoe trip. You may even take a bath with an
elephant and learn how to wash your elephant! Don't forget take a video of your elephant-bath
which will be one of the fondest memories of the lifetime. Overnight at Chitwan. Included meals:
(B, L, D)
6 17th
October
Drive to Pokhara & Pokhara Sightseeing
Today after enjoying bird watching or jungle safari in the morning, we drive to Pokhara - about 140
kilometers from Chitwan and a 5-6 hour's drive. The drive is very much similar to that we had

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while coming to Chitwan from Kathmandu. From Mugling, we drive further west into the
mountains, following the rivers for much of the day. Pokhara, also nicknamed as the Lake City, is
not only Nepal's but one of the most beautiful places on earth. The town offers magnificent views
of Dhaulagiri, Manaslu, Machhapuchhare, five peaks of Annapurna and others. Pokhara is also the
gateway for trekking in the Annapurna Region. After arriving Pokhara, we make a sightseeing trip
to some of Pokhara's marketplaces, old bazaars, and landmarks. In the evening, explore the
surrounding lakeside areas. Overnight at Pokhara. (BB)
7 18th
October
Pokhara – Tikhe Dhunga (3/4 hrs,1491 m.) o/n in lodge
After breakfast in the morning we drive to Nayapul (48 km.) 1.5 hr by vehicle over via hilly ridges
of Lumle/kande and walk about 20 minutes to Birethanti, a large and prosperous town. Beyond a
pasture used by pony caravans, the trail reaches Sudame where we have Lunch. After lunch climb
steadily up the side of the valley, reaching Hile at 1495m. Nearby Tikhedhunga. Along the way
various hamlets offer ample camping possibilities but if Gorepani is the objective for the next day it
is better to push to Tikhe Dhunga. Overnight at Tihke Dhunga. (B+L+D)
8 19th
October
Tikhe Dhunga – Ghorepani (6/7hrs, 2848 m.) o/n in lodge
Breakfast served in the morning 7: am. From Tikhedhunga the trail crosses a stream (Bhurungdi
Khola) on a suspension bridge to start the long steep climb to the large Magar village Ulleri at
2070m. Above the village where the trail climbs gently through pastures and cultivated fields.
There are magnificent rhododendron and oak forest. Lunch spot in Nangethanti. Thanti is a Nepali
words meaning “rest house”. In the winter the trail can be covered with show. From Nangethanti
about one hour walks to Ghorepani at 2848m. Arrive at the top of the Ghorepani pass and camp
there. Overnight in Ghorepani. (B+L+D)
9 20th
October
Ghorepani – Poon Hill – Tadapani- Ghandruk (6/7 hrs, 2540m) in lodge.
We will wake up early morning to hike up to the famed vantage point of Poon Hill excursion at 5
AM. You can hear the sounds of all tourists preparing for the pre-dawn assault on Poon Hill. The
journey climb to Poon Hill (3210m.) takes around 45minutes. As the sun rises, the views are
literally breathtaking, a wide Himalayan panorama stretching from Dhaulagiri 8167m. (The world's
seventh highest peak) to Manaslu 8156m (the world's eighth highest peak) in the east, with the
mighty Annapurna range in between them. Then we will return to our camp and time for breakfast.
The first part is climbing along the ridges of the hills in pine and rhododendron forest to a top 3030
meters then descend to at a second pass also called Deurali. The steep descent becomes gentle way
to reaches Banthanti where we will stop for Lunch. From Banthanti the trail follow the stream
down to a bridge where the trails start climbing to Tadapani (2540 meters) that offers a brief view
of the mountains. Tadapani means, “Far water”. We will take some half hour rest in Tadapani then
start trek down to Ghandruk. The Ghandruk trail descends steeply from Tadapani, through the
forest of different species of trees & rhododendrons. Ghandrung (1919 m.) it is the most interesting
tribal Gurung village in Nepal, which has provided Gorkha soldiers. It has excellent close -up
views of Annapurna South, Machhapurchhe and Himachuli. There is an ACAP office that provides
information about its activities. Overnight stay. (B+L+D)
10 21th
October
Ghandruk –Nayapul- Pokhara
Breakfast served in the morning 8: am. Trek down to Nayapul on the way we cross the some small
village in Birethati we take our lunch trek after 20minutes ours car is standby in Nayapul then
drive back to Pokhara check in hotel, rest and overnight stay at hotel.(BL)
11 22th
October
Explore Pokhara
Boating in Pokhara We spend a full day to explore Pokhara. Early morning we drive to the
Sarangkot Hill to have the sunrise views over the Himalayas. After breakfast, we make a full day
sightseeing of Pokhara. Enjoy walking along the bank of Phewa Lake, admiring the stunning
reflection of the Fish Tail Peak in the blue Phewa Lake waters. We also take a boat around the
Phewa Lake which is the second biggest lake of Nepal. We take the boat across the lake and take
an hour's walk to the World Peace Pagoda. We also make a short visit to the Gupteshwar Gufa
Cave (also called Shiva Gufa). Some of the other places that we visit today include the Seti River
Gorge, Devi's Fall and the mountain museum etc. Overnight at Pokhara. (BB)

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12 Pokhara-trisuli river rafting –Kathmandu
Morning after breakfast drive back to Kathmandu on the way we stop for rafting in Trisuli River,
around 4 hours rafting on Trisuli river and dinner and overnight at river beach/back to kathmandu.
(BLD)
13 23th
October
Free day
Morning after breakfast, drive to Kathmandu, check in hotel, Free day for rest and shopping,
evening we give you farewell dinner at typical Nepali restaurant with Nepali typical folk songs and
dance, then back to hotel overnight stay at hotel.(BB)
14 24th
October
Fly Home: Farewell Friend
You are saying good bye to the mountains as your journey in Nepal comes to an end today! We
hope you enjoyed the tour with us, and are sure you'll be back in your trip somewhere in the
Himalaya again. Approximately 3 hours before your scheduled flight a representative from Etrip
Nepal will transfer you to the airport. On your way home you'll have plenty of time to plan your
next adventure in the wonderful country of Nepal. (B)
Above Package Tour Cost Per Person in US $:
Hotel Price Single
Supplementary
Name of the Hotel
Rafting No Rafting
5 Stars $ 920.00 $ 850.00 $ 450.00 Kathmandu- Gokarna Forest Resort, Pokhara-Hotel Pokhara Grande,
Chitwan- Unique Wildlife Safari or similar, Trekking- Local Lodges
4 Stars $ 1005.00 $ 935.00 $ 345.00 Kathmandu- Hotel royal Singi, Pokhara-Hotel Landmark, Chitwan-
Jungle Safari lodge or similar, Trekking- Local Lodges
3 Stars $ 1110.00 $ 1040.00 $ 260.00 Kathmandu- Hotel Manang, Pokhara-Hotel lake View resort,
Chitwan- Hotel Rain Forest or similar, Trekking- Local Lodges
Cost Includes:
• All transportation as per itinerary,
• All accommodation as per itinerary on BB basis during tour,
• English speaking tour guide.
• All sightseeing and entrance fees as per itinerary.
• Farewell dinner in Typical Nepali Restaurant.
• A bottle of mineral water per person per day during tour only.
• ACAP entry permit and TIMS card for trekking
• English speaking trekking guide.
• Porter during trek ( 2 cum 1 Porter)
• All meals during trek.
• Local lodges during trek in full board basis.
Cost Excludes:
• Nepal Visa fees.
• All meals during tour.
• All beverage and personal things.
• Any international/ domestic flight tickets.
• Tips for guide and drivers.
• Any lost or damage during tour and trekking.
• Insurance during trip.
• Other things which are not mentioned in itinerary
• Mountain Flight to view Mt. Everest: USD $ 185 per person

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Note:
• Hotels are mentioned above as per availability and may change to similar type.
• In case of use of single room, single supplementary will be charged.
• The given quotation is based on the present market rates of hotel, transport and airlines
ticket but may change without prior notice.
• The whole itinerary and program might be change, if there is strike and blockage of road
to manage the itinerary and your required program.
• No refund is made in case of the cancellation of program at the time of tour or road
blockage or flooding or strike.
Validity: 31st
December 2014.
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