Itinerary

1. Day 1- Arrival in Kathmandu

   • Our representative will receive you at the airport and drive you through the bustling corner of the city to the hotel. After refreshment, you can visit our office and discuss the tour in detail. You will also meet your tour guide, who will brief you about everything related to the tour. Your guide will procure the Annapurna Conservation Area permit and other documents on your behalf. As nothing is planned for today, you can choose to go out and enjoy the beautiful evening in the city.

2. Day 2- Kathmandu Sightseeing Tour

   • The day begins with a delicious breakfast on the hotel’s roof overlooking the beautiful mountains. Today, you’ll embark on a sightseeing tour of the city accompanied by an experienced tour guide. The tour kicks with a short drive to Swayambhunath. You will climb the 365 stone steps to reach the top, from where you can witness the 360-degree panorama of the city.
   • The tour moves to the historical site of Kathmandu Durbar Square. A bustling part of the city, it is well gifted with many cultural and religious monuments and an ancient Malla-Palace. 
   • Post lunch, you will drive towards Pashupatinath Temple, the largest Hindu temple in the country. 
   • After witnessing the throngs of pilgrims and arrays of Hindu monuments, you’ll drive to the final destination of Boudhanath. Boudhanath is the largest spherical stupa in the world. It is surrounded by throngs of shops, restaurants, and hotels, mostly influenced by Tibetan Buddhism. 

   Overnight in Kathmandu.

3. Day 3- Drive to Pokhara (Rafting Adventure on the Way)

   • The day starts early as you embark on a drive towards Charaudi, the rafting starting point. After the raft is set up, you will be provided guidelines and separated into groups. The rafting will last anywhere from 3-4 hours. Trishuli River is gifted with different rapids such as Ladies delights, surprise, upset, monsoon, twin rock, butterfly, and monkey. During monsoon, the rapids may rise as maximum as grade 4.
   • After enjoying the rafting adventure, you’ll hit the road and drive to Pokhara. Pokhara will welcome you with the majestic sights of Annapurna I and Machhapuchhre.

4. Day 4- Hike to Australian Camp

   • After breakfast, you’ll embark on a jeep and drive for almost 1.5 hr to arrive at Kande. The hike begins with an uphill climb through the small Gurung settlements and advances into lush forests. 
   • You will continue hiking through the lush forested trail and cross a few small villages to arrive at Australian Base Camp. Located at an intersection between Dhampus and Landruk, Australian Base Camp offers a panoramic view of the lush Annapurna Valley along with the close sights of Annapurna I, Machhapuchhre, Nilgiri, and Himalchuli peaks. 

   Spend the night inside a comfortable teahouse.

5. Day 5- Hike to Dhampus Phedi and Drive back to Pokhara

   • The day begins with a delicious breakfast outside the teahouse overlooking the beautiful mountains. Afterwards, you’ll retrace your path and continue trekking downhill towards Dhampus Phedi. Dhampus remains a popular tourist destination. The village is gifted with lush green fields and small houses inhabited mostly by Gurung and Magar tribes.
   • After exploring the village, you’ll embark on a jeep and drive back to Pokhara. You can take a brief sightseeing tour of the city and visit Davis Fall, Gupteshwor Cave, and Tal Barahi Temple. Don’t forget to indulge in a boat ride at Phewa Lake. 

   Overnight in Pokhara.

6. Day 6- Drive to Chitwan

   • Leaving Pokhara, you’ll embark on another road journey and drive towards Chitwan. Located in the country's southern part, Chitwan is gifted with warm weather, lush tropical forests, and exotic wildlife. Established in 1973, Chitwan National Park was granted the status of UNESCO Heritage Site in 1984. The former hunting destination for the hunting-enthusiasts, the park today serves as a sanctuary for hundreds of exotic wildlife. 
   • The noon will be spent visiting the ethnic Tharu village and the nearby Elephant Breeding Center. Enjoy the delicious local cuisine with a cultural dance performance.

7. Day 7- Jungle Safari Activities

   • The day begins early as you leave for the jungle safari. A jeep will drive you to the starting point of the safari, where you’ll embark on one of the many Asiatic elephants. The safari may last anywhere from 2-3hr and will take you into the vast expanse of the tropical forest where you may encounter numerous animals such as striped hyenas, Bengal foxes, Gharial, and mugger crocodiles, Sambar deer, Hog deer, and Rhesus monkey. It’s very common to spot the Great One-horned Rhino inside the forest.
   • Afterwards, you’ll take a tour of the nearby ethnic Tharu village. The evening will be spent boating in a canoe down the Rapti River. 

   Overnight in Chitwan.

8. Day 8- Drive/fly back to Kathmandu

   • You can indulge in a short birding experience in Chitwan before driving back to Kathmandu. You can also shop for souvenirs at Sauraha. 
   • Afterwards, you’ll have breakfast and embark on a jeep ride back to Kathmandu. It may take almost 5hr to reach Kathmandu. 
   • En route, you can catch the pristine sights of lush forested hills, massive Rapti and Trishuli River, and beautiful towns. Upon arrival, you will check into the hotel. 
   • We will take you for a delicious farewell dinner in one of the finest Nepali diners in the evening.

   Fly cost Extra: 100 Us dollars per person.

9. Day 9- Kathmandu Departure

   • We’ll drop you off at the airport at the time of your flight. 

   Trip ends.