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There’s far more to Nepal than just trekking and climbing. If the thought of lacing up hiking boots isn’t for you, don’t fret – there are plenty of highlights to see that don’t involve clambering up cliffs. Learn more about Buddhist culture and history in Kathmandu and Pokhara, then immerse yourself in the great outdoors on a safari in Chitwan National Park. Take in the stunning views of the Himalayas and Annapurna mountain ranges from a monastery guesthouse and get to know the women of the SASANE Sisterhood of Survivors, a G Adventures-supported community project.
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Nepal
Day 1Arrive any time. Arrival transfer and welcome dinner are includedKathmanduArrive at the joining point hotel at any time on Day 1 as no group activities are planned except for a group meeting in the early evening, followed by dinner. Enjoy a 6 course dinner at Krishnarpan Restaurant – it serves fine Nepali cuisine (organic, too) and is a slow dining experience reminiscent of the meals relished by the Kings of yesteryear. Kathmandu is fascinating at every turn and a great place to just wander, seeing where chance, fate. or the city may lead you.
KathmanduArrive at the joining point hotel at any time on Day 1 as no group activities are planned except for a group meeting in the early evening, followed by dinner. Enjoy a 6 course dinner at Krishnarpan Restaurant – it serves fine Nepali cuisine (organic, too) and is a slow dining experience reminiscent of the meals relished by the Kings of yesteryear. Kathmandu is fascinating at every turn and a great place to just wander, seeing where chance, fate. or the city may lead you.
Day 2Spend the day exploring Kathmandu and the surrounding areaVisit the Sisterhood of Survivors Project, a grassroots organization that trains survivors of human trafficking to become certified paralegals. Meet some beneficiaries of the program and learn about traditional Nepali food. Learn how to make Nepalese momos (dumplings) from some of the women before enjoying an authentic local lunch.
KathmanduVisit the Sisterhood of Survivors Project, a grassroots organization that trains survivors of human trafficking to become certified paralegals. Meet some beneficiaries of the program and learn about traditional Nepali food. Learn how to make Nepalese momos (dumplings) from some of the women before enjoying an authentic local lunch.
Day 3Opt to take a morning Everest experience flightExperience the serenity of a Tibetan Buddhist monastery. The monastery guest house offers comfortable accommodations in a peaceful setting with balconies and private western-style bathrooms. Opt to participate in the life of the monks: eat alongside them and participate in their practice. There are approximately 200 monks in residence following the Nyingmapa tradition. This is a new monastery (2006), and income from the guest house directly supports it.
Experience the serenity of a Tibetan Buddhist monastery. The monastery guest house offers comfortable accommodations in a peaceful setting with balconies and private western-style bathrooms. Opt to participate in the life of the monks: eat alongside them and participate in their practice. There are approximately 200 monks in residence following the Nyingmapa tradition. This is a new monastery (2006), and income from the guest house directly supports it.
Day 4Drive to Kurintar and our nature lodge…Arrive at our lodge, which sits on a ridge amidst the hills and overlooks sandy beaches and a river. Forests cascade down the hillsides, enclosing tiny settlements of tribal people.
Arrive at our lodge, which sits on a ridge amidst the hills and overlooks sandy beaches and a river. Forests cascade down the hillsides, enclosing tiny settlements of tribal people.
Day 5Drive to the UNESCO World Heritage Site…Royal Chitwan National Park (RCNP) is the oldest national park in Nepal and offers some of the best wildlife viewing opportunities in Asia. Established in 1973, it became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1984. Within its area of 932km² (579 mi²), RCNP is home to at least 43 species of mammals, 450 species of birds, and 45 species of amphibians and reptiles, including sambars, chitals, rhesus monkeys, and langurs.
Royal Chitwan National Park (RCNP) is the oldest national park in Nepal and offers some of the best wildlife viewing opportunities in Asia. Established in 1973, it became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1984. Within its area of 932km² (579 mi²), RCNP is home to at least 43 species of mammals, 450 species of birds, and 45 species of amphibians and reptiles, including sambars, chitals, rhesus monkeys, and langurs.
Day 6Explore Chitwan National Park and the villages surrounding it
Explore Chitwan National Park and the villages surrounding it. Enjoy a village walking tour, boating, nature walks, and a jeep safari in the park in search of Bengal tigers, rhinos, leopards, wild elephants, black bears, monkeys, and crocodiles.
Day 7Drive across the mountains to beautiful Pokhara…Nestled in a tranquil valley at an altitude of 827m (2,713 ft), beautiful Pokhara lies on a once vibrant trade route between India and Tibet. To this day, mule trains can be seen bringing goods to trade from remote regions of the Himalayas. This enchanting city has several beautiful lakes and offers stunning panoramic views of Himalayan peaks. It is popular place to relax and enjoy the beauty of nature.
Nestled in a tranquil valley at an altitude of 827m (2,713 ft), beautiful Pokhara lies on a once vibrant trade route between India and Tibet. To this day, mule trains can be seen bringing goods to trade from remote regions of the Himalayas. This enchanting city has several beautiful lakes and offers stunning panoramic views of Himalayan peaks. It is popular place to relax and enjoy the beauty of nature.
Day 8Enjoy the early morning sunrise and mountain views…
Enjoy the early morning sunrise and mountain views from Sarangkot. Later, go boating in Phewa Lake and hike to the World Peace Pagoda. Opt to go paragliding or just explore on your own.
Day 9Catch a flight back to the capital, KathmanduEnjoy free time in the afternoon for explorating and shopping. Visit the burning ghats at Pashupatinath and Swayambhunath, or the monkey temple. Kathmandu is fascinating at every turn, and some travelers prefer to just wander, seeing where chance, fate, or the city may lead them.
KathmanduEnjoy free time in the afternoon for explorating and shopping. Visit the burning ghats at Pashupatinath and Swayambhunath, or the monkey temple. Kathmandu is fascinating at every turn, and some travelers prefer to just wander, seeing where chance, fate, or the city may lead them.
Day 10Departure dayDepartureFeel free to depart at any time today, but remember that check out time from the hotel is 12:00 midday.
Feel free to depart at any time today, but remember that check out time from the hotel is 12:00 midday.
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