Itinerary
- Day 1
Kathmandu
You'll arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport where someone from Asian Heritage meets you and takes you to your hotel. After settling in, meet with a representative to go over what you'll be doing during your stay. From there, the rest of the day is yours to wander around Thamel's bustling streets and get a feel for the city at your own pace.
- Start point
- Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal (Arrival Hall)
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Stroll through the streets of Thamel
Landmarks Thamel Tribhuvan International Airport 
- Day 2
Kathmandu to Nepalgunj
Your rep picks you up from the hotel early and drives you to the airport for a domestic flight heading to Nepalgunj. During the flight you'll see snow-capped mountains spread out below you. Once you land, someone transfers you to your lodge where you have free time to check out the town on your own.
Included Activities
- Domestic flight to Nepalgunj with views of snow-capped mountains
Optional Activities
- Walk around the town and surroundings of Nepalgunj
- Day 3
Nepalgunj to Jumla to Padmara Trek
Head to Nepalgunj airport early for your flight to Jumla, the main administrative hub for the Karnali Zone. Your trek kicks off toward Padmara, walking through river confluences and pine forests. You'll pass through Dansanhu and Urtus on the way to your lodge for the night.
Included Activities
- Domestic flight from Nepalgunj to Jumla
- Trek from Jumla to Padmara via Dansanhu and Urtus
Landmarks Jumla - Day 4
Padmara to Bumra Trek
Trek towards Burma along the Ghurseni stream and climb to Khali Langa (11,631 ft/3545m), the first major pass about 4 kilometers from Padmara. You'll cut through dense forest and cross a log bridge over Sinja Khola, then climb up to Bumra where you'll spend the night.
Included Activities
- Trek from Padmara to Bumra via Khali Langa Pass (3545m)
Landmarks Khali Langa Pass - Day 5
Bumra to Pine Trek
After a good breakfast, trek along the river for roughly 1.5 hours to reach Bhargaon at 9,482 ft/2890m. Cross several tributary streams using log bridges, climb to Chautha, and walk through quiet meadows toward Pine. Later you'll navigate a narrow gorge on the northeast slope before arriving at your lodge.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Filling breakfast at local lodge)
Included Activities
- Trek from Bumra to Pine via Bhargaon and Chautha
Landmarks Bhargaon - Day 6
Pine to Rara Lake Trek
From Pine you'll head up a steep north-facing slope after breakfast, cross into a flat meadow, then climb to Jhari (8,202 ft/2500m) which takes around 2 hours. Continue west along a ridge to a low pass, then come down to the south meadows of Rara Lake. Finish with a 2-hour walk to Rara village on the lake's north shore.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Trek from Pine to Rara Lake via Jhari hamlet
Landmarks Rara Lake Jhari - Day 7
Rara Lake
Spend your day around Rara Lake, which is Nepal's largest at about 5 km long and 3 km wide and sits inside Rara National Park surrounded by green hills and forests. Hike up to Chuchemara Danda at 13,411 ft/4087m for views of the lake and peaks beyond. Back at camp you can rest and recharge.
Included Activities
- Explore Rara Lake and surrounding landscapes
- Hike to Chuchemara Danda (4087m) for views of the lake and snow-capped peaks
Landmarks Rara Lake Rara National Park Chuchemara Danda - Day 8
Rara Lake to Ghorasain Trek
Leave Rara Lake after breakfast and trek downstream along Khatyar Gad for about an hour. Cross via a log bridge on the south side and climb through dense forest until the trees thin out. Walk along the ridge heading south through remote mountain terrain, then take a steep descent from the ridge's east side down to Ghorasain.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Trek from Rara Lake to Ghorasain via Khatyar Gad outlet
- Day 9
Ghorasain to Sinja Trek
Trek from Ghorasain toward Sinja after breakfast. Descend into the valley to Botan at 9,498 ft/2895m, then climb to Diyabala Ridge where you can see panoramic views across the landscape. From Diyabale Danda head to the high fields of Lumsa and come down to Okharpati village sitting on a high shelf above Mindrabali Gad. The final descent to Sinja village takes about 2 hours.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Trek from Ghorasain to Sinja via Botan and Diyabala Ridge
Landmarks Botan Diyabala Ridge - Day 10
Sinja to Chere Chaur Trek
Start your trek toward Chere Chaur by crossing a log bridge over Sinja Khola heading east. Follow Jaljale Gad's bank for a bit, then climb over a ridge at 9,383 ft/2865m. Head downhill until you reach Jumla's administrative center, then walk one more kilometer to reach Chere Chaur.
Included Activities
- Trek from Sinja to Chere Chaur via ridge crossing
Landmarks Chere Chaur - Day 11
Chere Chaur to Jumla
Trek through the alpine pasture of Chere Chaur which gives you views of Jumla town, Tila Valley, and Chyakhure Hill. After several hours of walking, you'll get to Jumla and check into your lodge. Later you can relax and walk around the scenic area.
Included Activities
- Trek through Chere Chaur alpine pasture to Jumla
Optional Activities
- Explore the scenic surroundings of Jumla
Landmarks Jumla Tila Valley Chyakhure Hill - Day 12
Jumla to Kathmandu
Your trek ends today. Travel to Jumla airport for your flight to Nepalgunj, then catch a connecting flight to Kathmandu. When you land in Kathmandu, someone drives you to your hotel, bringing your adventure through western Nepal to a close.
Included Activities
- Domestic flights Jumla to Nepalgunj to Kathmandu
- Day 13
Departure from Kathmandu
Your tour finishes this morning. After breakfast, your representative comes to pick you up in a private van and drives you to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport about 3 hours before your flight departs for home.
- End point
- Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal (Departure Hall)
- Meals
- Breakfast
Landmarks Tribhuvan International Airport
