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Family tours combined with a short trek have become a lot more popular in Nepal over recent years. Families are realizing in an ever more online world that by doing things together in the great outdoors is an excellent way of spending quality time with the ones you love.
This 13-day tour is a great introduction to the cultural heritage of Nepal and the customs of its people. It also gives the family time to relax and enjoy the freshness and beauty of the nature Nepal is gifted with. Time to wander around and soak up the art and architecture to be found in Kathmandu. Relax in the beautiful lake town of Pokhara and marvel at the mountain backdrop with the Himalayas towering above. Then go and get up close to them on a beautiful five-day easy trek in the foothills of these grand mountains.
On your return to Pokhara relax for a day before embarking on a Safari adventure to Chitwan. Chitwan National Park is widely acknowledged as one of the best national parks in Asia. The Park covers an area of 967square kilometers. It was in the past hunting grounds for Nepali and British Royalty. King George V and Edward VIII both visited the park. It was declared a World Heritage Natural Site by UNESCO in 1984.
Here the jungles await you with wildlife experiences like no other. Track wild Royal Bengal tigers and watch Greater One-Horned rhinos at the river’s edge. Bathe with the elephants and just simply relax in the sheer beauty of it all.
N.B. If you have a very young family we provide porters, horses and child carriers if needed, as well as all the items necessary for hiking in Nepal with young children.
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<li>Cultural sightseeing tour in Kathmandu</li>
<li>Majestic Pokhara</li>
<li>Sunrise over the mountains from Poon Hill</li>
<li>Jungle Safari in Chitwan</li>
<li>Wonderful Mountain views on the trek</li>
<li>Bathing with the elephants</li>
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<p>Today there is a full day sightseeing around the Kathmandu Valley touring its premium destinations that have managed to find a place in the UNESCO world's heritage list. We begin with Swayambhunath climbing its stairs which are said to encompass the 13 paths to reach enlightenment. The Hindu heritage of Pashupatinath is next on our list resonating in the prayers of thousands who visit the temple each day. We head towards Kathmandu Durbar square to witness a historical journey encompassing generations of Nepalese Kings before ending our journey at Boudhanath well known for its sunset views.</p>
<p>Our whole team leaves for Pokhara today. We check out of the hotel for the drive to Pokhara, 200 kilometers west of Kathmandu. The drive is an excellent experience of Nepal's highway system and a very scenic one with the rolling foothills, mountain views and along fast flowing rivers. When we reach Pokhara,this beautiful lake town always provides a welcoming gesture with stunning views of the mountains on a clear day. We check into our hotel and relax.</p>
<p>Time to just relax perhaps some boating or swimming during the day we will visit The Peace Pagoda that sits on a high hill around the lake.</p>
<p>After an early breakfast, we drive to Nayapul, our starting and ending point of this trek it takes around an hour by car from Pokhara. Then start our trek to Birethati, a prosperous small town beside the Modi River.Our trek today is fairly easy one starting with a walk on a broad dirt road along the Modi Khola valley for the first half-hour. We leave the valley and head towards Tikhedhunga. A small settlement of tea houses, Tikhedhunga makes a perfect place to spend overnight. On the way we pass local villages and see waterfalls, cascading from above.</p>
<p>Today we make our way to Ghorepani. The trail is a long but steady incline passing small waterfalls and streams along the way to the village of Ghorepani. It is tougher than yesterday as we have to climb 3300 steps the reward is well worth it though from Ghorepani we have some fantastic snow capped views of Annapurna South Dhualagiri and Macchapucchare..</p>
<p>The trek to Poon Hill (3195m) is a must for us.We make the walk up before dawn to this celebrated viewpoint before the first light of dawn. Sunrise over the Annapurnas is an unforgettable experience,We follow up the well-marked path by the light of our head torches, reaching the summit as the first rays of the sun illuminate Dhaulagiri and Tukuche Peak with a beautiful pink glow. The walk takes around 45 minutes. After enjoying the view, we retrace our steps to Ghorepani for a hearty breakfast, before setting off on our trek to Tadapani. A short early morning climb to the Deurali pass for a spectacular panorama over Dhaulagiri and Annapurna. The trail descends steeply through the dense moss-covered forest with rich bird life to Tadapani which also provides a lovely close-up sunset view.</p>
<p>Today the trekking trail is a lot easier as it descends steeply through rhododendron forests to Baise Kharka. On the way there are troops of monkeys and a wide varietiy of birds. The right-hand trail makes a short, steep descent among rocks to a stream crossing then leads out a ridge towards Ghandruk. Ghandruk is a beautiful village, the second largest Gurung village in Nepal. We reach there for lunch and we have the afternoon to explore the maze-like streets of this thriving old Gurung settlement. There are some splendid mountain views of Annapurna South and Fishtail from Ghandruk.</p><p></p><p></p>
<p>After Breakfast in Ghandruk we have another easy day to end our trek. The trail passes through small hamlets, terraced rice fields and subtropical forests. We head down to the valley floor then mostly follow the ever-flowing Modi Khola. Its an easy and very pleasant walk to Birethanti and a fitting end to some fabulous days in the mountains.. We take lunch in Birethanti before continuing our walk to Nayapul to meet our private vehicle for the one hour drive back to Pokhara and the transfer to our hotel.</p>
<p>On your arrival at your lodge expect the following.</p><p>• Welcome drinks</p><p>• Briefing about the lodge and its facilities</p><p>• Lunch</p><p>• Tharu village tour</p><p>• Dinner</p>
<p>• Wake up and breakfast</p><p>• Elephant back safari</p><p>• Lunch</p><p>• Canoe ride</p><p>• Visit to elephant breeding center</p><p>• Tharu culture program</p><p>• Dinner</p>
<p>• Early morning wake up</p><p>• Tea and coffee</p><p>• Bird watching tour</p><p>• Breakfast</p><p>Our car will be waitinfg for the transfer back to Kathmandu (5 hours) transfer hotel Overnight Hotel. We often arange a farewell meal on this day.</p>
<p>Time to move on one of us will escort to the airport in plenty of time for your departure.We hope you have enjoyed your time with us and we welcome you back again in the future.</p>
Includes
- Pick up & drop off on your arrival and departure
- A full-day guided sightseeing in Kathmandu
- Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu and Pokhara with breakfast
- Three-day Jungle Safari at Chitwan National park including all meals and Jungle activities.
- Basic lodge accommodation during the trek
- A professional trekking guide and the necessary number of porters [one porter in for two people]
- Trekking Entry permit and TIMS (Trekkers Information Management System)
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner during trek
- Road transportation
- Emergency rescue arrangement (Makes sure your insurance will cover it)
- Insurance for the guide that includes their emergency rescue
- Necessary equipment for guide & porter
- First aid kits
Excludes
- International flight fare and travel insurance
- Meals in Kathmandu and Pokhara other than breakfast.
- Alcohol and any drinks on the trip other than tea or coffee on trek at mealtimes.
- Tips for guide and porters
- All expenses of a personal nature
- Any other cost raised by unforeseen circumstances
When’s the best time to visit Nepal?
The main seasons for trekking are the spring (Mar to May) and autumn (Sep to Nov) when you’ll have clear skies and superb mountain views. The winter (Dec to Feb) is also a great time to visit— these months offer a unique experience and fewer crowds but lower altitude treks are better at this time of year as its cold at night.
What is it like during the monsoon season?
(Jun to Aug), Most of Nepal experiences heavy rain for a few hours each day. It’s humid, wet, and the trails in the lower regions (Ghorepani, Ghandruk, Langtang, etc) can be quite muddy. If you don’t mind the rain you’ll have the trails to yourself, the skies often clear up in the morning, and certain treks offer stone-paved trails that drain the rain and make for easy trekking. Also, certain regions, like Mustang and the upper reaches of Everest, lie in the rainshadow of the Himalaya and receive little rain but views however are still likely to be restricted.
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Is Wi Fi available on treks:
The main trekking regions of Everest / Annapurna / Langtang have Wi Fi facilities on the major trekking routes. There will be times when trekking in remote areas when it is not available.
What is Altitude Sickness?
Many sites on Google speak about 2.500 meters as when problems may arise. In our experience this is misleading you may feel a slight headache but rarely anything more that a painkiller won’t relieve. If we are talking about the possibility of contracting a more severe form of altitude sickness it is likely to occur over 4.000 meters and once again rare and easily resolved by descending to a lower altitude. Altitude sickness describes several symptoms that happen to your body when you’re exposed to a higher elevation within a short period of time. When people are traveling or either climbing to a higher elevation quickly. The higher you climb, the lower the air pressure and oxygen levels get. Our bodies can handle the shift, but they need time to gradually adjust. Himalaya Heart carefully designs treks to minimise any risk.Having said that genrally people will experience the following to a lesser or higher degree.
Lack of appetite/ nausea /Fatigue/ Shortness of breath.
Payment in Nepal:
Payment in hotels, trekking/travel agencies, and airlines are made in foreign exchange. Most of the International Cards including Visa Card, Master Card, JCB, Maestro, Americal Express etc. are widely accepted by hotels, restaurants and leading travel/trekking agents. The receipts may be needed to change left-over Nepalese Rupees into hard currency before leaving the country. However, only 10 percent of the total amount may be converted by the bank. ATM and Debit cards are widely in use in major cities of Kathmandu, Pokhara, Chitwan, Lumbini and others.
Nepalese Rupees are found in denominations of 1000, 500, 100, 50, 20, 10, 5, 2 and 1. One rupee equals 100 paisa. The rate regularly fluctuates and is fixed and published by Nepal Rastra Bank every other day.
What’s the difference between private and group tours?
Private tours are tailor-made itineraries built by us around your travel dates and personal interests, whereas group trips are pre-packaged and depart on specific dates. Group trips are also open for others to join, whereas private trips are just for you. You will find a list of fixed departure dates on our website.
How do I get my visa for Nepal?
For most nationalities visa can be obtained on arrival in Kathmandu. It takes around 45 minutes and is the most convenient way to get your visa you will need passport size photos.. You can also apply for a visa in advance from a local Nepali consulate in your country if you’d like to have everything arranged in advance. Cost15 Days – 25 USD / 30 Days – 40 USD / 90 Days – 100 USD
How much luggage can I take on domestic flights?
For mountain flights, you’re allowed 5 kg. carry-on to the plane and 10 kg. for checked-in luggage. For non-mountain sector flights, the check-in allowance increases to 20-25 kg.
Are hotels included in the tour price?
Himalaya Heart organise complete tours, meaning everything is taken care of from the moment you arrive in Nepal to the moment you leave, including all of your accommodation in a three star Hotel. If you require better accommodation please let us know and we can arrange this and adjust the tour cost accordingly. Each of our tour pages shows clearly what is and what is not included in the tour price.
Are there any extra expenses not included in my tour price?
Personal expenses (tips, soft drinks, bar bills, laundry, telephone calls, donations, and extra snacks, etc) are not included in your tour price. When checking a particular trek page on our website we have clearly stated what is and what is not included. If you’re going trekking, the only things you’ll need to pay for out of pocket are wifi and battery charging (when available), extra meals outside of what’s included, alcohol, and soft drinks and perhaps hot
Himalaya Heart provides total support to you all the way. Our mountain guides have spent many years leading groups at high altitude and are well able to deal with any problems. Our teams are always well prepared, we provide our porters and support staff with excellent equipment for travel into the mountains. Your trip leader will be paying careful attention to all clients and staff, making sure everyone stays as comfortable as possible and has the best chance of attaining their goals and completing the trip successfully.
