Nepal Compact Program

AT KATHMANDU:

While in Kathmandu visit you will have an opportunity to discover spiritual temples and shrines of historical and archaeological interest. On this tour you will gain an insight into the rich culture and tradition of Nepal.

AT POKHARA & GHOREPANI TREK:

This trip is about a small mountain trip where we can view sunrise from Poonhill and dense forest of rhododendron etc and also we make the little detour through Pokhara and it offers a wonderful opportunity to witness the beauty of the Annapurna chain of Himalaya. We have a free afternoon to discover the Bazaar or the surroundings of the Fewa Lake.

AT LUMBINI:

Lumbini is the birth place of Lord Buddha. It is on the list of the UNESCO world heritage. Around Buddha’s house, there is a huge park with many Buddhist temples. And it is a top destination for bird watching with, among others, the rare Sarus Crane.

AT BARDIYA:

You will have an opportunity to discover wild life expedition. If you are lucky tigers, elephants, rhinoceroses, deers, monkeys, crocodiles and birds may show up.

Do not be afraid, all these animals are scared by people and none of them has human being on its’ menu. Nepal is one of few countries to allow walking safaris. You shall enjoy the Tharu cultural program in a village nearby. The Tharu evening, organized in a remote village usually out of the tourism loop, is an essential excursion to encourage local people, to protect the national park and show the tourist the real face of the Tharu culture. The show is really authentic (not done for tourists but for local festivals) and really great.

An unforgettable experience!!

Day 01: Arrive Kathmandu

Arrival in Kathmandu, check in the hotel, diner according to the time of arrival, the participants may have some free time to visit Thamel, the tourist quarter of the Nepalese capital.

Day 02    Kathmandu to Pokhara (910m)

On the second day, we embark in our vehicle to reach Pokhara (5-6 hours). This trip is about small trek in mountain. We make a little detour through Pokhara. We have a free afternoon to discover the Bazaar or the surroundings of the lake.

Day 03:    Pokhara to Tikhedhunga (1577m)

One hour drive from Pokhara takes us to the starting point of our trek. After crossing the Nayapul over the Modi Khola River, we ascend slowly through terraced fields and classic mountain villages. Along the way, we will encounter mule or goat carrying supplies to the mountains, signal by the musical bells they wear. The amazing peaks of Machhapuchchhre and Annapurna peaking over the green elevation will greet us from time to time as we continue up to Tikhedhunga.

Day 04: Tikhedhunga to Ghorepani (2855m) 5-6 hours

Next day begins with a real first local drink. We have a steep ascent to get us going and then a more gradual uphill walk takes us to our camp at Ghorepani. We will pass through the beautiful, dense rhododendron forest and some delightful villages. If the weather is clear, then, we will see amazing mountain views from Ghorepani. At Ghorepani, we are on the main Annapurna Circuit route and we will be passing through this ridge-top settlement in both directions. The meaning of Ghorepani is “horse water" and is a popular for the mule trains. The majestic peak which can be seen across the broad valley of the Kali Gandaki to the northwest is Dhaulagiri.

Day 05: Ghorepani to Poonhill to Tadhapani (3210-2630m)

The Ghorepani – Poon Hill Trek is very popular and the best 'short and sweet' trip into the hills of Nepal. You may be able to buy coffee and breakfast from an enterprising local who has carried his produce up to Poon Hill to take advantage of the morning trade. Otherwise, we return to Ghorepani for breakfast, before trekking on to Tadapani through rhododendron forest. We also can see some wild animals, such as langur monkeys climbing through the trees. There are excellent views of Annapurna South and others like Machhapuchre, Himchuli etc.

Accommodation: Local Tea House

Day 06: Tadhapani to Pokhara, 7-8 hours

We can enjoy a final downhill walk through forest and villages about 5 hrs to Nayapul. From Nayapul, we drive about 1 hour back to Pokhara where our trek ends.

Day 07: Pokhara to Lumbini, 6 hours

Today, we go to Lumbini (6-7 hours of vehicle). Lumbini is the birth place of Lord Buddha. It is on the list of the UNESCO world heritage. Around Buddha’s house, there is a huge park with many Buddhist temples. Lumbini is a top destination for bird watching with, among others, the rare Sarus Crane.

Day 08: Lumbini to Bardiya

Early departure for Takurdwara (Bardia 7 hours by road). Check in “Racy shade resort”. In the afternoon, we visit of the Tharu village, the local ethnical group of Terai, and of the “Bardia National park visitor centre” with its crocodile farm where you will see the rare garhial crocodile. When visiting the village, you will enter a typical Tharu house. They are long buildings where big families live and gather incomes and work for the common well being. You will get an insight of local crafts and customs from this mysterious but fascinating ethnical group.

Day 09: Jeep safari

The jeep is great to explore remote areas of the national park that you can’t reach with other safaris. We can stop in watching towers locally called “Machan”. If we are lucky, deers, elephants, rhinos and more will cross our way..

Day 10: Full Day Walking Safari

Full day walking safari in the national park. You will be in a small group of four people with two guides specialized in this activity. You will walk until watching towers or waiting spots to admire the local fauna and flora. If you are lucky tigers, elephants, rhinoceroses, deers, monkeys, crocodiles and birds may show up.

Do not be afraid, all these animals are scared by people and none of them has human being on its menu. Nepal is one of few countries to allow walking safaris. This system exists since more than 15 years and no tourist has ever been put in danger.

Day 11: Floating Safari

After breakfast, we drive one hour to Chisapani (Floating starting point) and we start the safari after having our lunch (with local fish) in typical local restaurant.

There are no big rapids on the river and this excursion offers good opportunities for magnificent landscapes and birdlife among other animals. In the evening, we enjoy the Tharu cultural program in our resort, is an essential excursion to encourage local people as well as to protect the national park and show the tourists, the real face of the Tharu culture. The show is really authentic (not done for tourists but for local festivals) and really great.

An unforgettable experience!!

Day 12: Free Day

Free day, it is possible to buy additional elephant, jeep or walking safari.

Day 13: Back to Kathmandu

Back to Katmandu by road (2hours) and plane (one hour).

Day 14: Kathmandu Visit

Today, we visit the main tourist attractions of Kathmandu, that is, Swayambhudnath, the monkey temple, Pasupatinath with the burning ghats, Boudhnath, the Tibetan stupa.

Day 15: Departure

According to your departure time, you may have time for some shopping.

Optional activity: Everest flight (1 hour)

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