Arrival in Kathmandu

Greetings from Nepal’s capital, Kathmandu. An agent from Mission Nepal Vacations will meet you at the airport and take you, per your schedule, to your accommodation for the night. You can take advantage of your hotel’s cultural supper in the evening.

Kathmandu Sightseeing Tour

We are going on a sightseeing tour of Kathmandu today. We go to the sacred temple of Pashupatinath, the Buddhist pilgrimage site of Boudhanath stupa, Swayambhunath, and Kathmandu Durbar Square. You get a glimpse of our vibrant history and culture in Nepal with this tour. Visitors to Pashupatinath Temple get an opportunity to experience the distinct essence of Hindu customs surrounding life, death, and rebirth. Early in the morning or late in the evening are the ideal times to visit the temple.

The most popular site for sightseeing in Kathmandu is the Bouddhanath stupa. It is one of Nepal’s most well-known World Heritage Sites. Two kilometers further to the north of Pashupatinath Temple is the largest stupa in Nepal. It is regarded as the most revered Tibetan Buddhist shrine outside of Tibet as well. Rich in Buddhist iconography, it is the hub of Tibetan culture in Kathmandu. One of the holiest Buddhist sites in Nepal is Swayambhunath. The stupa stands for the mind of Buddha. It is stated that to visit a stupa is to have a face-to-face encounter with Lord Buddha. In the end, it aids in our pursuit of absolute enlightenment and grants happiness, freedom, and peace to everyone on Earth.

One of the most remarkable examples of traditional architecture is Kathmandu Durbar Square. The old palaces serve as a symbol of the people’s cultural and religious life. The Living Goddess Kumari Ghar, Kastha Mandap, Maru Ganesh, Mahadev Temple, Shiva Parvati Temple, Kal Bhairav, Bhagawati Temple, Big Drums, Old Palace, Saraswati Temple, Jagannath Temple, Krishna Octangular Temple, and Taleju Temple are the main points of interest to view here.

Fly to Pokhara and Trek to Tikhendhunga

We pick you up from the hotel after breakfast and drive you to the domestic airport in Kathmandu so you can catch your early morning flight to Pokhara. The flight is short, lasting only approximately 25 minutes. We take a car to Nayapul once we get to Pokhara. It takes two hours to get from Pokhara to Nayapul. From Nayapul the journey starts. This path is primarily uphill, with several paving stones, stairs, a bridge, and numerous signs to facilitate our navigation. It takes four hours to get from Nayapul to Tikhedhunga. Upon arriving to Tikhedhunga, we discover a delightful celebration that enlivens the night with songs, dances, and displays of the local way of life. Tonight, we spend the night at Tikhedunga.

Tikhedhunda to Ghorepani

We set out on our trip from Tikhedunga after breakfast. To get to the settlement of Ghorepani, we continue our journey uphill and through numerous staircases. Six hours pass. The hike goes through gorgeous natural spaces, including a rhododendron woodland, and paddy fields that offer stunning views of Nepal’s Himalayan range. Numerous untamed animals and birds are visible. Two of Ghorepani’s most remarkable locations for taking in the peace of dawn and dusk are Poon Hill and Gurung Hill View Point.

Ghorepani to Tatopani

We had to rise early on this particular day in order to make the ascent to Poonhill. One hour is needed to go to Poonhill. We can see the stunning dawn over the Dhaulagiri and Annapurna ranges from Poonhill. The location is ideal for taking in breathtaking views of numerous peaks, including the Annapurna South, Annapurna I, II, III, IV, Hiuchuli, Nilgiri, and Dhaulagiri ranges, Tukuche peak, Lamjung Himal, Machhapuchhre, and Mt. Manaslu ranges. We return to Ghorepani and begin our walk to Tatopani after gathering this memories in Poonhill. We go via the villages of Ghara, Sikha, and Chitre. We journey for six hours and arrive at Tatopani. Once we get in Tatopani, we can visit the hot spring area to experience the natural hot spring water.

Tatopani to Ghasa

We begin our walk to Ghasa at Tatopani after breakfast. Trail parallels the River Kali Gandaki. The trail passes via terrifying gorges in the Kali Gandaki River and waterfalls. To get to Ghasa, we have to pass through Kopchepani, Rupse Chhahara, and Dana village. The Thakali community of Ghasa is a birdwatcher’s heaven.

Ghasa to Marpha

After eating breakfast in Ghasa, we begin our journey towards Marpha. Walking takes six to seven hours. The Kali Gandaki River is still followed by the path today. We travel through Lete Khola, Lete, Tukuche, Larjung ancient Thakali village, and Lete before arriving at Marpha. We stop at Taglung Gompa, which has a red roof, en route to Marpha. Marpha made an effort to protect its distinctive history and architecture. It is the majority of the Thakali ethnic group’s members who practice Buddhism. As a result, this village has various stupas and monasteries. It is regarded as Nepal’s apple capital. We sample some apple pie at Marpha. We stay the night at the Marpha Lodge.

Marpha to Kagbeni

We eat breakfast at Marpha today before beginning our hike to Kagbeni. Today’s trail heads back down the valley side. There are 15.5 km separating Marpha and Kagbeni. On foot, it takes six or seven hours. We arrive to Jomsom after a few of hours of hiking. After a quick break in Jomsom, we head to Kagbeni. We explore the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri Ranges, as well as the Lower Mustang Region, today. Along the route, we may witness views of several mountains and the breathtaking Kagbeni landscape.

Kagbeni to Muktinath

Today, we have a unique permit to begin our journey. There are 12.4 kilometers separating Kagbeni from Muktinath. We trek along the Kali Gandaki River. This day hike offers breathtaking views of the Himalayas, vibrant cultures, serene natural beauty, lovely landscapes, and a comfortable environment. From Kagbeni, it takes three to four hours to reach Muktinath, a sacred site for both Buddhists and Hindus. We travel through historic caves and get a glimpse of the striking white mountains covered with snow.

Muktinath to Jomsom

Muktinath is a significant location for Buddhists and Hindus. We go to the Muktinath Temple early in the day. We come across folks on the route to Jomsom who are trying to sell pilgrims handicrafts. It takes five or six hours to go to Jomsom. We stay the night in Jomsom.

Jomsom to Pokhara by flight

In order to catch our flight to Pokhara, we check in at the airport after eating breakfast at the lodge. Only around thirty minutes is needed for the quick flight. Once in Pokhara, we take in the city’s sights and the views of the lake. Here in Pokhara, we spend the day and evening.

Drive to Kathmandu

We have to get up early on this particular day in order to travel to Sarangkot (1600 meters) in time to see the stunning sunrise across the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri mountain ranges. In Pokhara, we have breakfast before setting off for Kathmandu. Six to seven hours pass. Once we reach Kathmandu, one of our staff will take you to the appropriate hotel. You have a goodbye meal in the evening to commemorate finishing the journey. Stay in Kathmandu for the night.

Final Departure

The final day of your journey is today. The specialists from our organization help you get at the airport in time for the departure of your aircraft.