A Taste of the Real Nepal by Himalayan Gateways Eco Trek

Tour Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu. Arrive Katmandu, assistance upon arrival and transfer to Hotel. Brief evening program and welcome dinner. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 2: Kathmandu sightseeing. Start a sightseeing trip to the famous Hindu temple Pashupatinath, where you can experience the reality of life at the temple. Then, in contrast, visit a Buddhist temple, or stupa, experiencing the Buddhist way of life. Swyambhunath, popularly known as Monkey temple, provides chance for pictures.

Day 3: Kathmandu - Village. Let's start a scenic mountain drive along the Trishuli River. This drive offers, again, a great chance for pictures. After a five hour drive we reach our destination: a remote village. After a warm welcome by the villagers you will enjoy the authenticity of village life.

Day 4: Village- Village. Wake up call with the birds. Start your days activities. Enjoy your daily life- involving farming, animal husbandry etc. Participate in the evening cultural program organized by the Villagers.

Day 5: Village -Village. This is your Workshop day. Let's get involved in sharing your ideas with children at the local village school. You may be involved in teaching, planting, construction, health etc.

Day 6: Village - Pokhara. Continue your drive to Pokhara. Evening: Boating on Fewa Lake.

Day 7: Hiking in surrounding village. Overnight stay.

Day 8: Pokhara - Chitwan National Park. Drive to Chitwan National Park. A brief about the activities.

Day 9: Chitwan National Park - Jungle activities. Chitwan National Park - Jungle activities such as elephant ride, jungle walk, culture program.

Day 10: Chitwan - Kathmandu. Drive back to Kathmandu. Afternoon and evening at leisure.

Day 11: Final Departure. Transfer to airport for departure.