Itinerary
- Day 1
Kathmandu
Your Nepal adventure kicks off today in Kathmandu. After you arrive, meet your Adventure Leader and the rest of the group on the hostel rooftop for a briefing and safety tips. From there, head out to explore Durbar Square and grab dinner at a local restaurant. Later in the evening, check out the live music scene in the Thamal District.
- Start point
- Hotel Buddha, 25728, Kathmandu, Bagmati Province, Nepal (Meet group at Hotel Buddha, 18:00 - 19:00)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Buddha)
Included Activities
- Trip briefing at hostel
Optional Activities
- Dinner at local restaurant in Durbar Square
- Live music experience in Thamal District
Landmarks Durbar Square Thamal District 
- Day 2
Kathmandu
If you're interested, there's an optional early morning Everest sightseeing flight available for sunrise views. Later, the group regroups for a full day checking out Kathmandu's main sites including the Swayambhunath Stupa Temple, Boudhanath, and Pashupatinath Temple.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Buddha)
Included Activities
- Full day tour of Kathmandu featuring Swayambhunath Stupa Temple, Boudhanath & Pashupatinath Temple
Optional Activities
- Everest sightseeing flight (sunrise viewing)
Landmarks Swayambhunath Stupa Temple Boudhanath Pashupatinath Temple 
- Day 3
Lalitpur - Nagarkot
You'll transfer to Nagarkot with a stopover in Lalitpur to visit local temples and meet a living goddess. Along the way, see the Golden Temple and Bangla Mukhi Temple. Arrive in Nagarkot by lunchtime, then the afternoon is free. There's an optional 30-minute hike to a local viewpoint if you want to catch the sunset.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Mountain Vista Retreat Nagarkot)
Included Activities
- Lalitpur temple tour
Optional Activities
- 30-minute hike to local viewpoint for sunset viewing
Landmarks Golden Temple Bangla Mukhi Temple - Day 4
Nagarkot - Kathmandu
Start with a morning walking tour of Bhaktapur, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Then transfer to Pharphing monastery to explore and check out the cave where Padmasambhava meditated. You'll head back to Kathmandu with the evening free to wander around the city.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Buddha)
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Bhaktapur
- Monastery visit at Pharping
Landmarks Bhaktapur Pharphing Monastery - Day 5
Kathmandu - Chitwan
An early start takes you toward Chitwan with a breakfast stop along the way. You'll arrive midday, have lunch, then head on a jeep safari where you might see deer, monkeys, rhinos, and possibly leopards or tigers. At sunset, there's a canoe trip by the river with coffee. Later, catch a Tharu Cultural Show featuring traditional Nepalese songs and dances.
- Accommodation
- Lodge (Rhino Land Jungle Lodge)
Included Activities
- Jeep safari experience
- Canoe river trip
- Tharu Cultural Show
Landmarks Chitwan National Park - Day 6
Chitwan - Lumbini
Transfer to Lumbini, arriving early afternoon. After grabbing lunch, head on a temple tour. You'll explore the Maya Devi Temple (Buddha's birthplace) and have a meditation opportunity in the Ashok temple grounds. Then visit temples built by Buddhist communities from Cambodia, Germany, and other countries.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel The Holy Birth)
Included Activities
- Maya Devi Temple & Lumbini temples tour
Landmarks Maya Devi Temple - Day 7
Lumbini - Pokhara
Travel to Pokhara, arriving early afternoon. You'll have free time to settle in before regrouping for a momo making class where you'll learn about Nepalese culinary traditions and get to try what you prepare.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Dragon Hotel Damside )
Included Activities
- Momo making class
- Day 8
Pokhara
The morning is yours to choose your own adventure. You can pick from optional activities like bungee jumping (the world's second highest), paragliding, visiting the Mountain Museum, or relaxing by the lakeside. Mid-afternoon, rejoin the group for boating on Phewa Taal Lake with views of the Annapurna range. There's also an optional movie night at the Movie Garden in the evening.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Dragon Hotel Damside )
Included Activities
- Boating on Phewa Taal Lake
Optional Activities
- Kushma Bungee Jumping
- Paragliding
- Mountain Museum visit
- Relax near lakeside
- Movie night at Movie Garden
Landmarks Phewa Taal Lake - Day 9
Pokhara - Ghorepani
Leave Pokhara by bus and jeep heading toward the Himalayas through local villages. The 4-hour journey on mountain roads isn't the smoothest, but it's definitely worth it. Upon arrival, you'll begin a 2.5 to 3-hour uphill hike through jungle and mountains to Ghorepani village. There's a lunch stop at a mountain view restaurant. You'll arrive in the evening at a local guesthouse with dinner and sunset views.
Included Activities
- 3-day Poon Hill trekking experience
Landmarks Ghorepani 
- Day 10
Ghorepani - Tadapani
If you're up for it, there's an optional early wake-up for a 1-hour hike to Poon Hill (3,291m/10,797ft) to watch sunrise over the Himalayas. Back at base, enjoy guesthouse breakfast and say goodbye to your hosts. Then set off on a nearly 6-hour trek to Tadapani village through jungles and peaks. The first 1 hour 45 minutes are uphill, then it's downhill the rest. Breaks happen along the way, including lunch at midday. You'll arrive late afternoon and have dinner with sunset views (weather permitting).
Included Activities
- 3-day Poon Hill trekking experience
Optional Activities
- Sunrise hike to Poon Hill (3,291m)
Landmarks Poon Hill - Day 11
Tadapani - Chhomrong
Start the Annapurna Base Camp trek today after a hearty breakfast. Descend from Tadapani through spectacular Modi Valley views and walk through forest to a clearing with three lodges offering panoramic vistas of Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, Gangapurna, and Machhapuchhre. The path winds down terraced mountainsides to the Khumbu Khola river in the Annapurna Conservation Area. Cross a suspension bridge, climb briefly, then walk to a tea house on a landslide area. A short easy descent gets you to Jhinnu trail junction. From there, ascend stone steps to Chhomrong, finishing at the New Chhomrong Guest House.
Included Activities
- Annapurna Base Camp trekking experience
Landmarks Modi Valley Annapurna Conservation Area - Day 12
Chhomrong - Dobang
Zigzag down 2,500 stone steps before crossing a bridge high above the Chhomrong Khola River. Then tackle an uphill trek to Sinuwa, a small village at around 2,340 meters. Meander through gorgeous forest to Kuldihar, then enjoy a downhill stroll to Bamboo in time for lunch. After refueling, continue trekking to Dobang where you'll rest up and have dinner in the peaceful forest.
Included Activities
- Annapurna Base Camp trekking experience
Landmarks Chhomrong Khola River - Day 13
Dobang - Deurali
Start by weaving through a misty bamboo forest in chilly, damp conditions with challenging uphill sections. Things open up at Himalaya Hotel where the sun greets you with incredible glacial river views. Continue with a steep but rewarding climb through drier forest to the legendary Hinku Cave, a natural rock shelter historically used by trekkers and porters. The trail dips toward the river then climbs back up to Deurali, where you'll get magical views of the valley, winding river below, and towering cliffs with wispy waterfalls.
Included Activities
- Annapurna Base Camp trekking experience
Landmarks Hinku Cave - Day 14
Deurali - Annapurna Base Camp
As you climb above Deurali, the valley opens revealing snow-covered peaks and the trail finally eases up. Pass Machhapuchhre Base Camp, then take a left turn into the valley for a pleasant stroll up to Annapurna Base Camp (ABC). Take it slow with the thinner air at higher altitude, no need to rush. Soon you'll reach ABC surrounded by a spectacular amphitheatre of snowcapped mountains including Annapurna I (8,091m/26,545ft), Annapurna South (7,219m/23,684ft), and Machhapuchhre/Fishtail (6,997m/22,956ft).
Included Activities
- Annapurna Base Camp trekking experience
Landmarks Machhapuchhre Base Camp Annapurna Base Camp 
- Day 15
Annapurna Base Camp - Bamboo/Dovan
With half the Annapurna Base Camp trek completed, start your descent today. Soak in views over breakfast, then begin heading back toward Dovan or Bamboo. Pass through Machhapuchhre Base Camp (MBC), Deurali, and Himalaya along the way. Take breaks for tea, lunch, and more mountain photographs.
Included Activities
- Annapurna Base Camp trekking experience
- Day 16
Bamboo - Landruk
From Sinuwa, make your way to Chhomrong before trekking down a steep trail to Jhinu Danda. Here you can treat yourself to a relaxing dip in the hot springs (totally optional but highly recommended). If you'd rather keep moving, continue crossing the Kyumnu Khola on an epic suspension bridge high above the river. Hike through a gorgeous ravine valley winding your way to the charming village of Landruk.
Included Activities
- Annapurna Base Camp trekking experience
Optional Activities
- Hot springs dip at Jhinu Danda
Landmarks Jhinu Danda Kyumnu Khola - Day 17
Landruk - Australian Camp
From Landruk, cruise along a pleasant, easy trail to Tolka, then head upward through the forest toward Pitan Deurali. Trek along a scenic ridgeline with views all the way to Pothana. Continue just a half-hour more to the Australian Camp, settling in for the night at Angel's Lodge.
- Accommodation
- Guesthouse (Angel's Lodge Guest House)
Included Activities
- Annapurna Base Camp trekking experience
Landmarks Australian Camp - Day 18
Australian Camp - Pokhara
Kick off with an epic sunrise over the entire Annapurna Range and Manaslu, a view that's totally worth the early wake-up. Soak it all in before making your descent to Kande. Hop on a bus and journey through Kaski Danda and Sarangkot, eventually reaching Pokhara. Spend the afternoon exploring this vibrant lakeside city and enjoy a well-deserved rest.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Dragon Hotel Damside )
Included Activities
- Annapurna Base Camp trekking experience
Landmarks Annapurna Range - Day 19
Pokhara - Kathmandu
Your final day includes one last experience: white water rafting on Nepal's Trishuli River, which has swift rapids, gorges, and lush scenery. It's the perfect blend of excitement and relaxation as you navigate the river's dynamic twists and turns. You'll arrive around lunchtime, spend a couple of hours rafting, then head back to Kathmandu by bus. Bid farewell to your fellow hikers and head onward to your journey home.
- End point
- Kathmandu, Bagmati Province, Nepal (Return to Kathmandu, 17:00 - 18:00)
Included Activities
- White water rafting
Landmarks Trishuli River
