What immunizations will I need?

No vaccinations are compulsory fro travelling in Bhutan, but we do recommend you are covered for diphtheria TB, hepatitis A, hepatitis B, *malaria, typhoid, polio and tetanus. We also recommend: · A dental check-up prior to travelling. · That you know your blood group in case of emergency. If you have any pre-existing medical conditions which might affect you on tour, you make these known to your tour leader and Ace the Himalaya at the time of your booking.

Can I add extra days to my trip?

A holiday should never be about making it to the final point quickly. Along your trek we can add days at your request with additional costs to cover guides, porters, accommodation and food.

What essential documents do I need to bring with me on tours?

Here are some documents that you will need to carry with you: · Valid Passport – must be valid for up to 6 months after you return from your tour, keep a separate photocopy. · Travel insurance, keep a separate photocopy · Cash and Traveller’s Cheques, keep numbers and proof of purchase separately · Flight tickets · Emergency contact numbers for T/C’s, banks, insurance, family contacts.

Are the Ace the Himalaya's staff insured?

Our company insures all our staff members, including guides, cooks, Sherpas and porters. Please browse through Company Information pages to view insurance details.

Is the water fine to drink? Do I need to bring purifying tablets/filter?

Bottled water is available in all places. If you wish to drink normal water, you are suggested to use purifying aid, which you need to bring with you.

Do I need to tip my guide, porter and driver? How much would that be?

Tips are always expected. It is a small gesture of thanks to the field staff towards the end of the tour USD 20 per guide and USD 10 per driver per day is recommended per group, but it is entirely up to your wishes.

How much additional money do I need per day?

It depends on your spending habits. We estimate USD 12 to 20 a day will be enough to buy lunch, dinner, chocolates and a few drinks.

Can I use credit cards in the places I visit?

ATMs are available in Kathmandu and Pokhara. Major credit cards are accepted in all places but you need to pay 4% extra as bank levy, which might make cash more preferable.

Is there any communication while we are on tour?

There are telephones and Internet facilities available so you can always stay in contact with your family.

Can I charge my digital camera or other equipments on my trip?

These facilities are available in all the places in your hotel and guesthouse. Remember to bring your adapters!

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Operator: Ace the Himalaya
Active: Thrilling adventures designed to keep you moving
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Partially Guided: Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Guided in English
Group Size 2 - 14
All Ages Welcome

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Itinerary

Day 1
Kathmandu
Day 2
Kathmandu
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Kathmandu Durbar Square - complex of palaces, courtyards and temples (12th-18th centuries)
- Visit Swoyambhunath Stupa (Monkey Temple) - major Buddhist site on hillock
- Visit Pashupatinath Temple - sacred Hindu shrine 5 kms east of city center
- Visit Bouddhanath Stupa - largest stupa in the valley, 36 meters high
Landmarks
Kathmandu Durbar Square
Swoyambhunath Stupa
Pashupatinath Temple
Bouddhanath Stupa
Day 3
Trishuli River
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Rafting on Trishuli River - approximately 3 hours of rafting with big bouncy rapids
Landmarks
Trishuli River
Day 4
Pokhara
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Continue Trishuli River rafting - approximately 3 hours until lunch
Day 5
Tikhedhunga
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Nayapul to Birethanti - 15 minutes walk along Modi Khola
- Trek from Birethanti to Tikhedhunga - passing through villages and ascending via Hille
Day 6
Ghorepani
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Tikhedunga to Ulleri - steep climb to Magar village at 2070m
- Trek from Ulleri to Ghorepani - through oak and rhododendron forests via Banthanti and Nangethanti
Day 7
Tadapani
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Hike to Poon Hill (3210m) for sunrise view - 1 hour hike with 1 hour at summit
- Trek from Ghorepani to Tadapani - through forests via Deurali, Banthanti
Landmarks
Poon Hill
Day 8
Ghandruk
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Tadapani to Ghandruk - descent through forests
- Visit Annapurna Conservation Area Office and Museum
- Explore Ghandruk village
Landmarks
Ghandruk
Day 9
Pokhara
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Trek from Ghandruk to Nayapul - final trek section
Day 10
Pokhara
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Sunrise viewing from Sarangkot
- Visit Phewa Lake and Barahi Temple - two-storeyed pagoda dedicated to Shakti
- View Seti River Gorge - natural wonder with impressive bridges
- Visit Davis Fall (Patale Chhango) - stream from Fewa Lake collapsing into deep gorge
- Visit Gupteshwor Cave - 3 kms long cave with Shiva phallic symbol
- Visit Tibetan Refugee Camps - Tashiling and Tashi Palkhel villages for woolen carpets and handicrafts
Landmarks
Sarangkot
Phewa Lake
Barahi Temple
Seti River Gorge
Davis Fall
Gupteshwor Cave
Day 11
Lumbini
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided sightseeing in Lumbini - birthplace of Lord Buddha
Landmarks
Lumbini
Day 12
Chitwan National Park
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Elephant safari in Chitwan National Park
- Jungle walk in Chitwan National Park
- Nature walk with boat ride in Chitwan National Park
Landmarks
Chitwan National Park
Day 13
Chitwan National Park
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Early morning bird watching tour
- Early morning elephant safari
- Early morning jungle walk
- 45-minute walk through grassland and forest upstream of Narayani River
- Local boat ride observing crocodiles
- Late afternoon elephant safari
- Late afternoon jungle walk
- Visit observation tower
- Nature walk with boat ride
Landmarks
Narayani River
Day 14
Nagarkot
Meals
Breakfast
Landmarks
Nagarkot
Day 15
Dhulikhel
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Sunrise viewing from Nagarkot
- Visit Changunarayan Temple - built 323 AD by King Haridutta Verma, richly decorated with sculptures
Landmarks
Changunarayan Temple
Day 16
Kathmandu
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Bhaktapur Durbar Square - pagoda and shikhara temples with 55-window palace
Optional Activities
- Local market visits - taste local fruits and fish
Landmarks
Bhaktapur Durbar Square
Day 17
Kathmandu
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Pharping - ancient city in southern Kathmandu with Hindu temples and Buddhist monasteries
- Visit Dakshinkali Temple - dedicated to goddess Kali at confluence of two rivers
- Visit Chobhar and Chobhar Gorge caves - with Adinath Lokeshwar temple
Landmarks
Pharping
Dakshinkali Temple
Chobhar Gorge
Adinath Lokeshwar
Day 18
Kathmandu
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Bungmati - 16th century Newari village with Rato Machhindranath Temple
- Visit Karya Binayak Temple - dedicated to Lord Ganesh with valley views
- Visit Khokana - tiny Newari village for mustard oil and local temple
- Visit Patan Durbar Square - palace buildings, courtyards, pagoda temples with 17th century Krishna temple
Landmarks
Bungmati
Rato Machhindranath Temple
Karya Binayak Temple
Khokana
Patan Durbar Square
Day 19
Kathmandu
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Farewell dinner in a typical Nepalese restaurant with cultural dance and music)
Included Activities
- Farewell dinner in typical Nepalese restaurant with cultural dance and music
Optional Activities
- Visit Narayanhiti Palace Museum
- Shopping in Kathmandu
- Extend trip - Chitwan jungle safari
- Extend trip - Rafting adventure
- Extend trip - Kathmandu valley shopping tour
- Extend trip - Scenic Everest flight
- Extend trip - Mountain biking
- Other optional activities
Landmarks
Narayanhiti Palace Museum
Day 20
Kathmandu
Meals
Breakfast

Landmarks
Kathmandu Durbar Square
Swoyambhunath Stupa
Pashupatinath Temple
Bouddhanath Stupa

Landmarks
Trishuli River

Landmarks
Poon Hill

Landmarks
Ghandruk

Landmarks
Sarangkot
Phewa Lake
Barahi Temple
Seti River Gorge
Davis Fall
Gupteshwor Cave

Landmarks
Lumbini

Landmarks
Chitwan National Park

Landmarks
Narayani River

Landmarks
Nagarkot

Landmarks
Changunarayan Temple

Landmarks
Bhaktapur Durbar Square

Landmarks
Pharping
Dakshinkali Temple
Chobhar Gorge
Adinath Lokeshwar

Landmarks
Bungmati
Rato Machhindranath Temple
Karya Binayak Temple
Khokana
Patan Durbar Square

Landmarks
Narayanhiti Palace Museum

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Rating: 4.6(163 reviews)
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Response rate: 100%
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Reviews from other tours by Ace the Himalaya

Tour Operator
4.6

Aerin
September 30th, 2025
Honestly I was a bit sceptical given all the glowing reviews and all the fake reviews that seem to be out there these...
Honestly I was a bit sceptical given all the glowing reviews and all the fake reviews that seem to be out there these days, but ACE were truely fantastic. I arrived in Nepal just after the riots during the final day of lockdown and it was very calm and peaceful. Everyone was very happy to see tourists and the place was very clean. I was supposed to do the Everest Base Camp trek but bad weather cancelled all flights including helicpoters to Lukla, so our group decided to do ABC instead. Throughout the process both Sujan in the office and our guide Ram were very professional and made sure we understood all the options. They picked me up from the airport even though I arrived early and was staying at a different hotel, and then picked me up again to transfer me to the group trek hotel. What I really liked about ACE, and the main reasons I chose them was that they are a local company with extremely experienced guides (15+ years), but also they actually include things that many of the other big operators like Intrepid and G do not, like nearly all meals, as much filtered water as we wanted as well as hot drinks. This to me made a huge difference overall. The food was also varied and actually very good at all the teahouses. It certainly wasnt Dal Bhat every meal. It was at times even too much food. I think I actually put on weight during the trek. The porters were also always friendly and smiling, helping out with food and filtered water. The trek itself was more geueling than I anticipated with a lot of stairs and a lot of up and down compared to Everest, but we had clear days and excellent mountain views at the top. Seriously, if you are looking for value for money and a professional local operator you will not go wrong choosing ACE.Show more
Anonymous
January 21st, 2023
Once in a lifetime experience! Went in April and the weather was sunny with temperatures dropping as we got higher....
Once in a lifetime experience! Went in April and the weather was sunny with temperatures dropping as we got higher. The organisation right from the start was excellent. Everything worked like clockwork throughout. The pre-trek briefing prepared us for the trip and the Kathmandu hotel was first class. The Porters actually did the hard work and seemed to make it look easy! For me though the guy who really made it an extraordinary adventure was our Guide: Milan. Nothing was too much trouble, he coaxed and cajoled us when the going was tougher and set a pace that meant that we all made Base Camp. Absolutely one of the nice guys! Fab company and fab crew!Show more
Anonymous
January 19th, 2023
Guide Pasang Dawa Sherpa - An Amazing Man! By: Larry C In completing the challenging trek to Mt. Everest Base...
Guide Pasang Dawa Sherpa - An Amazing Man! By: Larry C In completing the challenging trek to Mt. Everest Base Camp in October 2022 with Ace the Himalaya, we were so blessed to have Pasang Dawa Sherpa as our guide! Pasang was absolutely amazing! He not only led us every step of the way, but he was always so positive and encouraging. Pasang literally guided us from our hotel in Katmandu, riding with us on the long, winding road to Manthali for the flight to Lukla, then following our trek to Everest Base Camp, and Mt. Kalapathar, he remained with us all the way back to Kathmandu. The following day, we met with him for a celebratory dinner, and he presented us with special certificates for completing the trek successfully. During the trek, Pasang took care of all arrangements, even helping serve our meals and making sure we all remained healthy and acclimatized to the high altitude trekking. Pasang is such a friendly, humble man, but he always took charge of everything, and every village we came to he was so well known and respected by everyone. Pasang had a great sense of humor and an unlimited knowledge of the mountains, the cultures, the religions, and the history of the Khumbu Region we were hiking through. He was such a great guide in every way, and I would feel so privileged to follow his lead again when I make my next trip to Nepal. Larry ComptonShow more

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Asked on May 23rd, 2017
What immunizations will I need?
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  Dale
  Traveler•Written May 2017
  No vaccinations are compulsory fro travelling in Bhutan, but we do recommend you are covered for diphtheria TB, hepatitis A, hepatitis B, *malaria, typhoid, polio and tetanus.
  
  We also recommend:
  
  · A dental check-up prior to travelling.
  · That you know your blood group in case of emergency.
  
  If you have any pre-existing medical conditions which might affect you on tour, you make these known to your tour leader and Ace the Himalaya at the time of your booking.
D
Dale
Asked on May 23rd, 2017
Can I add extra days to my trip?
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  Dale
  Traveler•Written May 2017
  A holiday should never be about making it to the final point quickly. Along your trek we can add days at your request with additional costs to cover guides, porters, accommodation and food.
D
Dale
Asked on May 23rd, 2017
What essential documents do I need to bring with me on tours?
Other
Visa
- D
  Dale
  Traveler•Written May 2017
  Here are some documents that you will need to carry with you:
  
  · Valid Passport – must be valid for up to 6 months after you return from your tour, keep a separate photocopy.
  · Travel insurance, keep a separate photocopy
  · Cash and Traveller’s Cheques, keep numbers and proof of purchase separately
  · Flight tickets
  · Emergency contact numbers for T/C’s, banks, insurance, family contacts.
D
Dale
Asked on May 23rd, 2017
Are the Ace the Himalaya's staff insured?
Travel Support
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  Dale
  Traveler•Written May 2017
  Our company insures all our staff members, including guides, cooks, Sherpas and porters. Please browse through Company Information pages to view insurance details.
D
Dale
Asked on May 23rd, 2017
Is the water fine to drink? Do I need to bring purifying tablets/filter?
Other
- D
  Dale
  Traveler•Written May 2017
  Bottled water is available in all places. If you wish to drink normal water, you are suggested to use purifying aid, which you need to bring with you.
D
Dale
Asked on May 23rd, 2017
Do I need to tip my guide, porter and driver? How much would that be?
Travel Support
- D
  Dale
  Traveler•Written May 2017
  Tips are always expected. It is a small gesture of thanks to the field staff towards the end of the tour USD 20 per guide and USD 10 per driver per day is recommended per group, but it is entirely up to your wishes.
D
Dale
Asked on May 23rd, 2017
How much additional money do I need per day?
Price / Availability
- D
  Dale
  Traveler•Written May 2017
  It depends on your spending habits. We estimate USD 12 to 20 a day will be enough to buy lunch, dinner, chocolates and a few drinks.
D
Dale
Asked on May 23rd, 2017
Can I use credit cards in the places I visit?
Payments
- D
  Dale
  Traveler•Written May 2017
  ATMs are available in Kathmandu and Pokhara. Major credit cards are accepted in all places but you need to pay 4% extra as bank levy, which might make cash more preferable.
D
Dale
Asked on May 23rd, 2017
Is there any communication while we are on tour?
Other
Travel Support
- D
  Dale
  Traveler•Written May 2017
  There are telephones and Internet facilities available so you can always stay in contact with your family.
D
Dale
Asked on May 23rd, 2017
Can I charge my digital camera or other equipments on my trip?
Other
- D
  Dale
  Traveler•Written May 2017
  These facilities are available in all the places in your hotel and guesthouse. Remember to bring your adapters!

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Vaccines
- These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
- Typhoid - Recommended for Nepal. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Hepatitis A - Recommended for Nepal. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Cholera - Recommended for Nepal. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Tuberculosis - Recommended for Nepal. Ideally 3 months before travel.
- Hepatitis B - Recommended for Nepal. Ideally 2 months before travel.
- Meningococcal meningitis - Recommended for Nepal. Ideally 1 week before travel.
- Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for Nepal. Ideally 10 days before travel.
- Japanese B encephalitis - Recommended for Nepal. Ideally 1 month before travel.
Visa
- Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
- Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
Payment information
- For any tour departing before June 11th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after June 11th, 2026, a minimum payment of 30% is required to confirm your booking with Ace the Himalaya. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 35 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
- Some departure dates and prices may vary and Ace the Himalaya will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
- The following cards are accepted for "Ace the Himalaya" tours: Visa, Maestro, Mastercard, American Express or PayPal. TourRadar does NOT charge you an extra fee for using any of these payment methods.
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