Itinerary
- Day 1
Kathmandu
You'll land at Tribhuvan International Airport where you'll get your Nepal visa processed. A representative from Himalayan Planet Adventure picks you up and takes you to your hotel. After you settle in, there's a trek briefing with the staff. Later that evening, you'll watch traditional Nepali dances and songs, then sit down for an authentic Nepali dinner before heading back to rest.
- Meals
- Dinner (Authentic Nepali welcome dinner with cultural presentation)
Included Activities
- Receive Nepal visa at airport
- Kathmandu sightseeing briefing with Himalayan Planet Adventure
- Nepali cultural dance and song presentation
- Authentic Nepali welcome dinner
- Day 2
Kathmandu
Walking through Kathmandu Valley with a professional guide, you'll see four major UNESCO sites. Start at Kathmandu Durbar Square with its roughly 60 temples and historic royal coronation significance. Then head to Swayambhunath Stupa, an ancient 2500-year-old holy site with views across the valley. From there, visit Pashupatinath Temple on the Bagmati River banks, the most significant Hindu shrine in Nepal. End your day at Boudhanath Stupa, Asia's largest Buddhist stupa. You'll return to your hotel by evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Kathmandu Durbar Square (Hanuman Dhoka)
- Visit to Swayambhunath Stupa
- Visit to Pashupatinath Temple
- Visit to Boudhanath Stupa
- All entry fees included
Optional Activities
- Observe sacred cremation ceremonies at Pashupatinath Ghats
- Visit Tibetan Buddhist monasteries at Boudhanath
Landmarks Kathmandu Durbar Square Swayambhunath Stupa Pashupatinath Temple Boudhanath Stupa - Day 3
Kathmandu to Pokhara
The tourist bus takes you from Kathmandu to Pokhara, a trip that shows off the Trisuli River valley and mountain landscapes as you go. You'll cross through the Mugling highway with its valleys and mountain terrain. Once you arrive in Pokhara, check into your hotel near Phewa Lake. Later, explore the city and its various attractions at your own pace.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Tourist bus transfer Kathmandu to Pokhara with scenic views
Optional Activities
- River rafting on Trisuli River
- Fishing on Trisuli River
- Explore Pokhara tourist attractions
- Visit Phewa Lake
Landmarks Trisuli River Phewa Lake 
- Day 4
Pokhara to Deurauli
Travel from Pokhara to Khade village, about 45 minutes away. From there, your trek starts heading toward Deurauli village. The hike gets harder as you climb higher in altitude. After roughly 3 to 4 hours of hiking, you'll reach Deurauli where you'll stay the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Snack (Tea and coffee)
Included Activities
- Transfer from Pokhara to Khade village
- Guided trek from Khade to Deurauli village
- Trek leader and assistant guide services
Landmarks Khade Village Deurauli Village - Day 5
Deurauli Trek
You're trekking through thick forests of oak, maple, hemlock, and rhododendron trees. Small villages with guesthouses appear here and there along the route. This is a newer trekking path, so it feels less crowded. There aren't many places to grab food, so you'll have packed meals. After about 3 to 4 hours of hiking, you'll reach a small teahouse for the night where good meals are waiting after your day.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Packed meals carried due to limited food establishments on route), Dinner, Snack (Tea and coffee)
Included Activities
- Guided forest trek through oak, maple, hemlock and rhododendron forests
- Passage through small mountain villages
- Accommodation in local teahouse
- All meals provided
- Day 6
High Camp Trek
Your hike includes views of major peaks: Dhaulagiri (the 7th highest), Annapurna I (10th highest), and Manaslu (8th highest) spread from west to east. Watch for Himalayan pheasants as you climb to the high camp. You'll trek for about 5 hours and spend the night in a local teahouse.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Snack (Tea and coffee)
Included Activities
- Guided trek to high camp with mountain views
- Observation of three major peaks: Dhaulagiri, Annapurna I, and Manaslu
- Wildlife spotting (Himalayan pheasant)
- Accommodation in teahouse
Optional Activities
- Himalayan pheasant photography and bird watching
Landmarks Dhaulagiri Annapurna I Manaslu - Day 7
Mardi Himal Base Camp
Climbing at high altitude for 3 to 4 hours brings you to Mardi Himal Base Camp at the base of the Mardi hills. The views of Annapurna make this tough trek feel worth it. You'll descend to BadalDanda and stay in a local teahouse with homestay accommodations. Locals grow Khakhra crops here during summer. Total trekking time runs about 7 to 8 hours.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Snack (Tea and coffee)
Included Activities
- Guided trek to Mardi Himal Base Camp
- Mountain views of Annapurna
- Descent to BadalDanda
- Accommodation in local teahouse homestay
Optional Activities
- Learn about local farming and Khakhra cultivation
Landmarks Mardi Himal Base Camp 
- Day 8
BadalDanda to Kalimati
Leaving the high alpine ranges behind, you trek down toward Kalimati village. This small mountain village has homestays where you can stay and eat local food. The hike takes roughly 5 to 6 hours as you descend from higher ground.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Delicious local food at homestay), Snack (Tea and coffee)
Included Activities
- Guided trek from BadalDanda to Kalimati village
- Accommodation in village homestay
- Local meal experiences
Optional Activities
- Interact with local villagers and learn about mountain community life
Landmarks Kalimati Village - Day 9
Kalimati to Lwang Valley
Trekking to Lwang Valley Home, known as a solid adventure location, takes about 4 to 5 hours. Local people run small homestays here and serve authentic food. The hosts are friendly and enjoy talking about their culture and daily life. Your money directly helps fund their children's education.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Excellent local homestay food), Snack (Tea and coffee)
Included Activities
- Guided trek to Lwang Valley Home
- Accommodation in local native homestay
- Authentic local meals
Optional Activities
- Cultural exchange and conversations with local community members
- Learn about local culture and way of life
Landmarks Lwang Valley - Day 10
Lwang Valley to Pokhara
You'll catch a local bus or jeep from Lwang Valley Home back to Pokhara, a drive of roughly two and a half hours. Once you arrive in Pokhara, check into your hotel and rest after several days of trekking and mountain activities.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Transfer by local bus or jeep from Lwang Valley to Pokhara
- Day 11
Pokhara to Kathmandu
After morning brunch, you leave Pokhara on the return trip to Kathmandu, leaving the mountain ranges and valleys behind. In the evening, there's a farewell dinner to wrap up your trek experience.
- Meals
- Brunch, Dinner (Farewell dinner)
Included Activities
- Tourist bus transfer from Pokhara to Kathmandu with scenic views
- Farewell dinner in Kathmandu
Optional Activities
- Private vehicle or flight options available instead of tourist bus
- Day 12
Departure
This is your final day in Nepal. If you want to stay longer, stop by the Himalayan Planet Adventures office to talk about extending your trip. The team will work to add extra time for you if that's something you're interested in.
Optional Activities
- Extend vacation with additional tours or activities
