Nepal Highlight Tour 13 Days

Poon Hill Hot Spring Trekking with Chitwan Jungle Safari 

Kicks off with visiting Kathmandu valley, “The City of Temples”. Exploration of some of the UNESCO World Heritage Listed Sites, Soyambhunath-The Monkey Temple, Pashupatinath- The Crematorium, Boudhanath-The Largest Stupa in South Asia and Kathmandu Durbar Square- historical palace place and the home of “KUMARI” who is believed to be a living goddess. 
 After Kathmandu, take a scenic drive through small villages to the wonderful city of Pokhara. Next day drive to Nayapul and star the stunning trek to Ghorepani Poonhill. Walking through the rhododendron forest, collecting the glimpses of snow-capped mountains, the green hills, several small to big streams and the welcoming locals is amazing. The sunrise view from Poon Hill in the Himalayas is something spectacular. Ghandruk, the next pick of the trekking is a wonderful village situated in the lap Snow Mountains. Addition of Jhinu Danda- Natural Hot Spring Place makes the trip complete one.
An extra day in Pokhara is always nice to visit some of the best places in Pokhara including, Devi’s fall, Gupteshowr Cave, boating on Phewa Lake and visiting Tal Barahi Temple.  
Ending the trip Chitwan with exploring the animal heritage of Nepal is always special. One-horned rhinoceros, Bengal Tigers, Sloth bears and many other wild animals, more than 500 species of birds and other flora and faunas are the highlights of Chitwan.

Itinerary 

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,334m.) and transfer to the hotel. Rest in free time. Welcome dinner in authentic Nepali restaurant. (D). 
Day 2: Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing. Visit Soyambhunath, Pashupatinath, Boudhanath and Kathmandu Durbar Square. Evening welcome dinner in traditional Nepali restaurant. (B)
 Day 3: Drive to Pokhara. (5 hours drive). Explore in free time.(B)

• Walk around Phewa Lake

  Day 4: Drive to Nayapul and trek to Tikhedhunga. (1577m./3-4 hours trek)(B/L/D)

• Gentle walk through stone paved way.

 Day 5: Trek to Ghorepani (6-7 hours trek/2,750m.)(B/L/D)
Highlights:
-Trek through rhododendron forest. (Best in spring as rhododendron blooms with seven different colors)
 Day 6: Visit Poon Hill (3,210m./1 hours trek) and trek to Ghandruk (1,940m./6-7 hours trek)(B/L/D)
Highlights:
-Fantastic sunrise view in the mountains in Poon Hill.
-Walking through the rhododendron forest
-Explore local cultures and living style in Ghandruk.
Day 7: Trek to Jhinu Danda (1900m./3-4 hours trek).(B/L/D).
Highlights:
-Gentle trekking through local villages 
-Bathe in natural hot spring.
 Day 8: Trek back to Nayapul (3-4 hours trek) and drive back to Pokhara. (1.5 hours drive)(B/L/D)
 Day 9: Explore Pokhara.
Highlights:
- Visit Devi’s Fall, Gupteshwor Cave, boating on Phewa Lake and visit the Tal Barahi Temple. (B)
Day 10: Drive to Chitwan (5 hours drive.). Enjoy Tharu cultural program with delicious dinner.(B/D)
Highlights:
Day 11: Explore Chitwan National Park. Go Elephant back safari, do canoeing, visit elephant breeding center and enjoy jungle walking.(B/L/D)
  Day 12: Early morning bird watching and after breakfast drive back to Kathmandu. (5 hours drive). Last minute shopping.Enjoy farewell dinner in traditional Nepali kitchen.(B/D)
 Day 13: Fly back home. (B)

Total Cost: USD 580 per person (At least 2 persons)