One Week in Nepal

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Travel Style: Array Mixed
Physical Level: All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included. Moderate
Lodging Level: You'll stay in no-frills, but clean and comfortable, hotels or guesthouses. A 'Basic' trip might also involve a few nights of camping. Basic (2*)
8 days
From: $ 574 $ 72 / day
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Overview

Highlights (Bullets)

  • Get wet and wild on a whitewater rafting adventure on the Trisuli River, zooming downstream next to giant boulders and between bright green hills.
  • Stretch your legs on an awesome three-night, low-altitude trek through villages and rhododendron forests, taking in the amazing sights of the Annapurna ranges.
  • Kick back in super-zen Pokhara, where you can take a boat out on the smooth water of Phewa Lake and cruise beneath behemoth mountains.
  • Start and end your trip in the bustling metropolis of Kathmandu, explore Durbar Square, wander the chaotic streets or simply kick back with a relaxing massage to soothe those post-3-day-hike feels.
  • Be welcomed into the home of a local family and get an insight into the countryside culture as you enjoy the views from their traditional teahouse.

Short Description

This trip will tick all your boxes – with thrilling outdoor adventures, an insight into bustling city life and an introduction to the slower pace of the Nepalese countryside; you'll get a taste of all things Nepal. Start and end your trip in Kathmandu's bustling metropolis, explore Durbar Square, and wander through the vibrant streets. Then, pull on your adventure boots and hit the road outta town – you'll dive into a rafting experience in Pokhara, camp on the beach and enjoy dinner beneath the stars by the Trisuli River, and get ready to trek the Annapurna Circuit. Phew, to balance out all this action and adventure, you'll get the chance to stay with a local family in a remote village and tuck into a home-cooked dinner with your newfound crew. You've got action, adventure, cultural experiences and breath-taking natural scenery all wrapped up into one epic trip - what's not to love?

Style Small group tour
See all the highlights and popular spots on a classic tour.
Itinerary Focus Classic Highlights
You'll stay in no-frills, but clean and comfortable, hotels or guesthouses. A 'Basic' trip might also involve a few nights of camping.
Lodging Level Basic (2*)
Flight & Transport Inclusions All internal ground transport
Start City Kathmandu
End City Kathmandu

Destinations

Nepal

Attractions & Cities Visited

Kathmandu Pokhara

Activities & Interests

Culture Hiking Trekking

Age Requirement

18-29

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Itinerary

Day 1 Kathmandu

Oh hello Kathmandu! The adventure kicks off with a welcome meeting at 6 pm where you'll meet your tour leader and new travel pals. Look for a note in the hotel lobby or ask the hotel reception where it will take place.If you arrive early, there's plenty to do in this vibrant city. Kathmandu’s most important Buddhist shrine, Swayambhunath Stupa and the nearby ‘City of Devotees’ Bhaktapur are well worth a visit. For some more structure, there are a number of Urban Adventures day tours that can help you delve deeper into Kathmandu's ancient architecture and rich cultural heritage. After the important meeting, why not have an optional dinner together. It's hard to go wrong with a nourishing bowl of dal bhat (thick lentil or bean soup).

Day 2 Trisuli River

Enjoy a morning drive over the rim of the Kathmandu Valley and soak up the views of the Ganesh and Lantang ranges. Arrive in either Baireni or Galaudi, for some rafting on the Trisuli River. Hit the water and enjoy the thrill of the rapids aptly named Ladies Delight, Rock Garden and Snell's Nose. Camp on the beach and enjoy dinner under the stars.

Day 3 Trisuli River - Pokhara

Have more fun on the river including negotiating the Monsoon and Upset. Late morning we end rafting at Kurintar and enjoy a light lunch and drive to Pokhara (4 hours). Arrive in Pokhara in the afternoon and take a walk around with your leader who will point out some of the best sights and sounds. This evening is free for you to chill out at one of the many lakeside restaurants and bars.

Day 4 Ghandruk (1950m / 6397ft)

Today we drive from Pokhara to Nayapul, which takes around 1 hour. Hope you broke in your boots before the trip, cos this is where the trekking bit starts. It's all mostly uphill today - that’s some diverse terrain right there! There’s a dirt track leading to Birethanti and Shyauli villages. Then reach a stone staircase up to Kimche, where you’ll stop for lunch. Continue to follow the stone flags that lead you through fields of wheat to Ghandruk. Total trekking time is approximately 5 hours. Stay in your first Nepalese teahouse tonight.

Day 5 Tolkha (1700m / 5577ft)

Look east. That’s Landruk, the next village on the route.  Look down. That’s the Modi Kola River 600 metres below. Look around the corner. That’s Tolkha, your base for the night. What, you can’t look around corners? Ok, you’ll just have to trek there instead. Begin with a mountain view for breakfast, then start the trek towards Tolkha. It takes about 2 hours mostly descending and then its time for an ascent of around 3 hours to our next teahouse stay.

Day 6 Hemjakot (1530m / 5019ft)

Rhododendron is a tricky word to spell, but super pretty to look at. You’ll see a bunch of these bright pink and purple plants today. Do you know what you won’t see much of? Other people. We’ve picked a pretty remote trail from Dhampus to Hemjakot, and tonight you get to stay with a local family. The first 2 hours are mostly uphill and then its mostly downhill from there for a total of around 6 hours. Pack your best smile and get an even bigger one in return.

Day 7 Pokhara

It's a short descent of around 3 hours to Phedi before catching a transfer to Pokhara in time for lunch (approx. 40 mins). Enjoy free time in the afternoon to do all the things you didn’t do the first time round. We highly recommend taking a rowboat (doonga) out on Phewa Lake. If there’s blue skies you’ll have mountain views for miles.

Day 8 Kathmandu

It’s a long bus back to Kathmandu so bring snacks. Once you’ve arrived back into Kathmandu (approx. 3 pm) there’s time to sip on a banana lassi and wish you didn’t have to go home. No accommodation is included tonight and you are free to depart any time after our arrival back in Kathmandu.

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Flight & Transport Inclusions

All internal ground transport Auto-rickshaw,Local bus,Whitewater raft,Private vehicle

Group Size

Small Group - 24 max

Maximum Number of People in Group: 16

Accommodations

Hotel (3 nights),Tea House (2 nights),Permanent Tented Camp (with basic facilities) (1 night),Homestay (1 night)

Guides

All group trips are accompanied by one of our group leaders. The aim of the group leader is to take the hassle out of your travels and to help you have the best trip possible. Intrepid endeavours to provide the services of an experienced leader however, due to the seasonality of travel, rare situations may arise where your leader is new to a particular region or training other group leaders. Your leader will provide information on the places you are travelling through, offer suggestions for things to do and see, recommend great local eating venues and introduce you to our local friends. While not being guides in the traditional sense, you can expect them to have a broad general knowledge of the places visited on the trip, including historical, cultural, religious, and social aspects. At Intrepid we aim to support local guides who have specialised knowledge of the regions we visit. If you are interested in delving deeper into the local culture at a specific site or location then your leader can recommend a local guide service in most of the main destinations of your trip.

Age Notes :

Min. Age: 18

Max Age: 29

Additional Information

Finish point

  • Mandala Boutique Hotel
  • Chhetrapati, Dhobichour, Kathmandu, Nepal.
  • Kathmandu
  • NEPAL
  • Phone: +9770 14254511

Alternate Finish point

  • For trips departing on the following dates, use this finish point.
  • 31 Mar 2023 (HNYU230331)
  • Mandala Heritage Inn
  • Mandala Street, Thamel, 44600 Kathmandu, Nepal
  • Kathmandu
  • NEPAL

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