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Everest
Panorama Trek
Trip profile: 15 Days Trip
04 Nights in Kathmandu
07 Days Everest Trekking
02 Nights / 3 Days Wildlife activities in Chitwan
02 Nights in Pokhara
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With eight of the worlds ten highest peaks,
Nepal is loaded with spectacular mountains vistas. Everest trek
in justifiably famous, not only for its proximity to the world's
highest mountain ( 8848m ) but also for its friendly Sherpa
people, picturesque villages great variety of cultures and traditions,
colourful festivals and monasteries. The flora and fauna
are other ornaments of the Sagarmatha National Park. The story
of the yeti is still a mystery to the world from the Kahumbu
region.
Itinerary
DAY 01: ARRIVE IN KATHMANDU
When you arrive in Kathmandu, you'll be taken to your hotel.
While in Kathmandu you will have time fascinating Buddhist and
Hindu temples and shrines reflecting ancient local traditions
are highlighted on our guided tour. There's time to explore
the city's many charms on your own too. In the evening delicious
traditional Nepali well come dinner await for you. O/N in Kathmandu.
DAY 02: KATHMANDU CITY TOUR
After breakfast, we'll visit Swayambhunath temple, and said
to be 2000 years stupa on a hillock offers breath-taking view
of Kathmandu City. We will then processed to Visit Pasupatinath
and Bouddhanath. After lunch we'll visit Kathmandu Durbar Square,
Patan (Lalitpur) - which is the oldest of the three major cities
in Kathmandu Valley - famous for its Buddhist monuments and
Hindu temples, and you can catch the traditional artisans working
with wood, stones and metals. O/N in Kathmandu.
DAY 03: KATHMANDU - LUKLA - PHAKDING
This morning we will be transferred from your hotel to
Kathmandu airport for our domestic flight to Lukla. The flight
itself is awe-inspiring as we fly parallel to the Himalayan
giants bordering Nepal and Tibetan China. Flying time to Lukla
is approximately 40 minutes. Upon arrival in Lukla, we will
be met by our local guides and porters. There will be time to
explore the village whilst the Sherpa crew sort and load equipment.
Lukla lies at an altitude of 2850m ("luk la" = place
of sheep). From Lukla we descend on a wide trail northwest to
the village of Choblung in the Dudh Kosi Valley. The valley
radiates energy through beautiful pine and rhododendron forest.
The walking is easy and we follow the river's course, passing
through the village of Ghat. Our destination is the small village
of Phakding where accommodation is provided in the form of Tea
House Lodges.
DAY 04: PHAKDING - NAMCHE BAZAAR
From Phakding we head up valley on a busy trail: porters from
the lower Solu district in the south ferrying supplies to Namche,
Sherpas with their Zopkio (half yak, half cow) taking trekking
or climbing expedition equipment to the higher valleys. Continue
along beside the Dudh Kosi amongst beautiful alpine scenery,
through the fragrant blue pine and fir forest, glimpsing spectacular
views of Kusum Kangru (6369m) and Thanserku (6608m) along the
way. We again cross the Dudh Kosi, to the western bank at Jorsale
prior to trekking through the entrance to the Sagamartha National
Park. Continuing upstream along the banks to the confluence
of the Bhote Kosi and Dudh Kosi, it is here we begin our first
sustained ascent to Namche Bazar after crossing the large suspension
bridge. Walking at a slow pace, we have a fantastic photographic
opportunities as the peaks of Everest (8848m), Lhotse (8511m),
Nuptse (7879m), Arna Dablam (6856m) and Taweche (6542m) come
into view for the first time. Climbing again, the path takes
us through pine trees to reach the distinctive horse-shoe shaped
bowl containing the village of Namche Bazar. Stay in the heart
of the village. O/N in Namche Bazaar.
DAY 05: NAMCHE BAZAAR - KHUMJUNG
Breakfast served in your Tea House Lodge. From Namche, we trek
out of the village bowl and follow a small trail high above
the Dudh Kosi River, where the views are incredible; behind
to the west, the ridge of Nupla and Kwangde Himal (6194m); across
the valley to the south, the towering ice-fluted walls of Thamserku
(6623m), and to the east at the head of the valley, the Lhotse
and Nuptse wall, towering a full three and a half thousand metres
above the valley at Dingboche. Everest looms above the ridge,
a black, triangular rock; Sagarmatha, "Goddess Mother of
Earth", is a truly magnificent sight. On a small ridge
across the valley, the monastery of Thyangboche can be seen,
a small speck against the gigantic mountain background. We descend
to Khumjung, and after staying in the more westernised town
of Namche Bazar, these villages make a welcome change. Here
tourism has hardly changed the life of the Sherpas. It is possible
to take the opportunity to sample the Sherpa speciality, Riki
Kur - a type of potato fritter enriched with yak butter. The
afternoon has been left free to assist with further acclimatization.
O/N in Khunjung
DAY 06: KHUNJUNG - THENGBOCHE (THYANGBOCHE)
In the morning we descend to the village of Shanasa and then
contour to Trashinga where the trail drops steeply to cross
the Dudh Kosi at Phukitenga (3250m). A break is taken here by
a series of water-driven paryer wheels. In the late morning
we initially climb steeply before the trail levels out to ascend
gradually towards Thyangboche. It is a steady ascent of approximately
2 ½ hours through pine fir, black juniper and rhododendron forest.
Thyangboche is set in a beautiful meadow, high on a ridge surrounded
by towering Himalayan peaks. A peaceful, tranquil position,
surely one of the wonders of the world and the Thyangboche Monastery
is spectacularly situated. The monastery dominated by the gompa
with its prayer flags and mani stones was founded in 1916 as
a meditation centre. O/N in Thengboche.
DAY 07: TENGBOCHE - MONJO
Follow a similar trail through a forest of juniper, rhododendron
and fir to Phunkitenga, you continue on to cross the Dudh Kosi
for a steep descent to Trashinga. After lunch at Shanasa you
make you way back to Namche Bazar. Following a steep descent
passing the Bhote Kosil, crossing the river, follow the bank
to Jorsale, then to Monjo for overnight. O/N in Monjo
DAY 08: MONJO - LUKLA
This morning you will depart Monjo and continue your descent
along the Dudh Kosi, before making a final ascent to reach the
Lukla plateau by mid afternoon. On arrival in Lukla you will
have time to relax and celebrate the completion of your trek.
O/N in Lukla
DAY 09: LUKLA - KATHMANDU
This morning you will be transferred to Lukla Airport for
your flight back to Kathmandu. On arrival in Kathmandu, you
will be met and conveyed to the Hotel Shanker. The remainder
of the day has been left free. O/N in Kathmandu
DAY 10: KATHMANDU RAFTING - ROYAL CHITWAN
NATIONAL PARK
After breakfast scenic drive to Chitwan, on the road that follow
the Trisuli River for the most of the distance. Along the drive
you see beautiful scenery, we'll continue our journey to till
rafting spot point. We've Rafting on the Trisuli River. Trisuli
River. This River is very popular as access to the Prithivi
Highway makes "breaking off" the journey easy. Trisuli
is also an ideal beginner's River . After few hours rafting
drive to Chitwan National Park upon arrival, rooms assigned
and there will be a short briefing on the program and our facilities.
4:00 PM: Elephant-back safari: Guests will ride on an elephant
to explore the jungle and wildlife you will be able to see the
one-horned rhinoceros, several types of deer, monkeys, wild
boar, bison, sloth bear, leopard and, if lucky, the Royal Bengal
tiger. This exciting ride lasts for 2-3 hours. 7:00 PM: Dinner
in the central dining hall.
DAY 11: ROYAL CHITWAN NATIONAL PARK
5:30 AM: Wake-up call followed by tea or coffee, then proceed
on a Nature Walk. This encounter on foot with the environment
will introduce the main features of eastern Chitwan. Sal forest,
open grassland and reverie jungle. Our guides will help you
identify some species of birds, plants and other wildlife that
you may encounter.
8:30 AM: Breakfast
9:30 AM: Elephant briefing program: Learn more about these fascinating
animals during a visit to our elephant stable. (For the brave
ones there is even a crash course in riding and leading the
elephants)
1.00 PM: LUNCH. After lunch, Canoeing : A traditional dug-out
canoe takes you on a silent trip down the Rapti river to view
aquatic birds and the animals of the river banks. Back to resort
through the Jungle.
7:00 PM: Tharu Stick dance: Farmers of the nearby villages will
show some of their traditional skills and dances.
8:00 PM: Dinner around the campfire.
DAY 12: ROYAL CHITWAN NATIONAL PARK - POKHARA
5.30 AM: Bird Watching (or another elephant ride) after early
morning tea/coffee.
8.00 AM: Breakfast
9.00 AM: Luggage down and departure at 9.30 AM. To Pokhara.
The actual program for your stay, will be given to you on arrival
at Resort / camp. The activities are adjusted to the season
and weather conditions. Naturally, it may not always be possible
to follow this schedule to the minute and the circumstances
may force us to alter the program at short notice. On safari
in the jungle you will be accompanied by expert naturalists
who will advise on safety procedures and we request you to respect
their judgement at all times. If you wish to stroll in the forest
alone, a guide will have to accompany you for your safety. O/N
in Pokhara
DAY 13: POKHARA CITY TOUR
After breakfast we've sightseeing around Pokhara valley. Pokhara
lakeside villages sits, "front row centre" to one
of the most beautiful Himalayan panoramas in the world. The
Annapurna and famous "Fishtail" mountain peak of Machapuchhare
tower over the tropical setting of Pokhara and you spend there
will be the scenic highlight of your trip. You're free in Pokhara
Valley also called "Magic Land" or Dreamland"
of Nepal, to explore the various interesting place like a boating
in Fewa lake over looking the region of Annapurna Areas, David
Falls, Mahendra Cave and some Temples. Evening you're free to
explore the colorful town. O/N in Pokhara.
DAY 14: POKHARA – KATHMANDU
After breakfast you're return to Kathmandu by road. After
arrive in Kathmandu you're free to shop and pick up some last
minute souvenirs, rest and visit the shop etc. O/N in Kathmandu.
DAY 15: DEPARTURE
After breakfast free for you until time to leave the international
airport for your final destination.
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