Ultimate Nepal Exploring on Everest Base Camp and Annapurna Region with Helicopter Experience plus Chitwan National park

Day 01: Pick up from Airport and drive to your hotel (1,300m/4,264 ft) Welcome to Nepal! Upon your arrival, our representative will greet you at Tribhuvan International Airport and transport you to the finest hotel at Thamel. After some rest at the hotel, you’ll join our team meet-up in the office. During this program, you will meet and greet with your guide and other trekkers. In the evening, you can stroll around the main tourist area of Kathmandu. Day 02: Half Day Sightseeing Tour of Kathmandu, Hotel Accommodation. You will have breakfast at your hotel in the morning. Then, you will go to a half day sightseeing of Kathmandu city. Kathmandu, the capital city of Nepal, is an advanced city that retains the heritage of its ancient culture. Architecture of this city is also really beautiful. Here, you can see modern buildings as well as temples of the medieval age. Pashupatinath Temple: The largest as well as the most popular Hindu temple in the world-Pashupatinath Temple- lies on the banks of the river Bagmati. Tens of millions of Hindu devotees visit this temple yearly. Lord Shiva is the main deity. The temple is especially full on the occasion of Maha Shivaratri. It is a two-storied temple that has various other temples surrounding it. Boudhanath Stupa: The peaceful eyes of the Boudhanath temple is the greatest symbol of Buddhism in Nepal. This UNESCO World Heritage SIte made in in 1979 A.D. The temple was made about two thousand five hundred years ago. You can find people of all faiths in Boudhanath. The prayer wheels of this stupa are beautifully carved. Kathmandu and Patan Durbar Squares: Kathmandu Durbar Square and Patan Durbar Square lie in the districts of Kathmandu and Patan respectively. The kings of Kathmandu and Patan resided in the palaces in these squares in the past. Displays of the Newari artists and craftsmen’s skills are replete in these squares. Krishna Mandir in Patan Durbar Square and Hanuman Dhoka complex in Kathmandu Durbar Square are the most important places there along with the museums there.

Day 03: Fly to Lukla from Kathmandu and trek to Phakding (2,651m/8,695 ft) 3 – 4 hours, Tea House Accommodation: Today you’ll begin your Everest Base Camp Trek with a thrilling mountain flight from Kathmandu to Lukla. It lies at an altitude of 2,860 m above sea level. After the scenic flight, you’ll begin your trek through beautiful rhododendron and pine forests to Phakding. The total walking distance between Lukla to Phakding is 8 km. It will take around 3-4 hours to reach Phakding (2,651 m) Once you reach Phakding, you can explore the surroundings and take rest. In Phakding, you’ll get plenty of options for accommodations. You’ll spend a night in one of the finest tea houses there.

Day 04: Phakding to Namche Bazaar Trek (3,430 m/11,283 ft), 5 – 6 hours, Tea House Accommodation: After a peaceful night, you head towards Namche Bazaar from Phakding for the second day. It is a full day walk which is about a few hours long. As you head out of the town, you can get a slight glimpse of Mt. Thamserku. Walking a bit in the up and downhill sections, you gradually make a slight climb in the trails. As you walk further into the trails, it gets narrower. After a while, you cross a suspension bridge over the Dudh Koshi river. Crossing the bridge, you do a steep climb on the trails. The routes are quite dusty, so better cover your face and hair. As you walk, you get a peek of the awe-striking mount Everest. Viewing the magnificent mountain, you keep climbing the trails. After some time you get to see small buildings and houses. You arrive at Namche Bazaar. Namche Bazaar is pretty developed compared to other towns. This town offers many lodges, restaurants, and shops. You can explore around and know more about the town. Few of the shops offer free wifi for travelers.

Day 05: Trek to Tengboche (3,87 0m/12,694 ft) 5 – 6 hours, Tea House Accommodation. The trek from Namche Bazaar to Tengboche (3,870 m) takes about five to six hours and covers a 6 km distance. On the way to Tengboche, you’ll enjoy the stunning views of Mt. Everest, Amadablam, Nuptse, and Lhotse. From this day, the trail goes little challenging with full of ups and downs yet, gives the great view of the Himalayas. Further, you’ll trek down to cross the Dudh Koshi river and pass through Alpine forests. After a few hours of walk, first, you’ll reach Phunki Tenga. Again, continuing your trek through a pine forest you’ll reach Tengboche. Here you’ll visit one of the biggest Buddhists monasteries of the Khumbu region- Tengboche Monastery. This monastery sits on the top of the hill at an altitude of 3,870 m. During your visit to the monastery, you’ll get a chance to observe the prayers of the monk. This monastery holds great religious significance as trekkers and climbers come and pray for their successful expeditions. You’ll spend overnight at the best possible teahouse in Tengboche.

Day 06: Trek to Dingboche (4,360 m/14,300 ft) 5 – 6 hours, Tea House Accommodation. This is the fourth day of your trek. Today your head towards Dingboche from Tengboche. On this day, it feels like you are climbing higher into the elevation. You have been climbing since day one. But this day, you head out of the forest path and walk-in rocky terrains. Heading out of the village, you descend through the forest path. Then passing through a small settlement, you will cross a few no-suspension bridges. From there, you climb the trails, which are not much steep. The paths are paved with stones till Debuche. Debuche is a religious place popular for its monastery. You visit the monastery and explore the area. You can see mesmerizing Thanka paintings inside the monastery. From there, you make a steep climb towards Pangboche. Then walking in flat trials, you reach Orso. After that, following the paths, you reach Dingboche. This is great for acclimatization during your trek.

Day 07: Trek to Lobuche (4940 m/16,203 ft)5-6 hours, Tea House Accommodation. Trek from Dingboche to Lobuche takes about five to six hours and has a distance of 7 km. Today you’ll ascend from Dingboche to 4,940 m at Lobuche through Pheriche at 4,240 m. For the first 40-50 minutes, the trail is easy. After this easy walk, you’ll come across many-prayer stupa. From here the trail descends towards Pheriche village. Today’s walk offers you the magnificent view of Mt. Tawache, Pokalde, and especially Mt. Ama Dablam. From Pheriche, for one and a half to two hours, you’ll have a pleasant walk till you reach the small wooden bridge over the river of Khumbu glacier. This place is well-known as Thugla and it is the only place which has a teahouse before Lobuche. Further, after a strenuous trek for three hours, you’ll reach Lobuche for an overnight stay.

Day 8: Trek to Gorak Shep (5,170 m/16,957ft), visit Everest Base Camp (5,364 m/17,594 ft) 6-7 hours,Tea House Accommodation. Today is the big day as you’ll accomplish your dream to be at the base of the world’s tallest peak, Mt. Everest. You will begin the day’s trek after walking through the grassy field. As you move forward, you’ll notice the icy-glacial ponds and icebergs which lie below the Khumbu glacier. Following the rocky and windy path for about three and a half hours, you’ll arrive at Gorak Shep (5,170 m).

After some rest at Gorak Shep, you will continue your exciting and adventurous journey to the base camp. It will take around two to three hours to reach the Everest Base Camp (5,364 m). So, today you’ll have to walk for six to seven hours and nearly cover 13 km total distance at high altitude. Once you reach the final destination i.e., Everest Base Camp, you’ll be awe-struck by the view of lofty peaks towering over you. You’ll also get a wonderful view of the world’s deepest glacier; Khumbu glacier. This experience will intensify your feelings of achievement of making it up here. After relishing in the beauty of the Khumbu region, you’ll descend along the lateral moraine of the Khumbu Glacier and make your way to Gorak Shep for an overnight stay.

Day 9: Trek to Kala Patthar (5,545 m/18,187 ft) and a Helicopter ride back to Kathmandu. Hotel Accommodation. Today you’ll hike to Kala Patthar at dawn for the sunrise view over Mt. Everest and other peaks. It is your highest point of the trek at an altitude of 5,545 meters above the sea level. It’ll take less than an hour to cover 1.2 km distance from Gorak Shep to Kala Patthar. Kala Patthar is a famous vantage point for the splendid view of Mt. Everest and other surrounding peaks like Mt. Pumori, Mt. Lingtren, Mt. Nuptse, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Ama Dablam, and Mt. Thamserku. After enjoying the 360-degree panoramic mountain views you’ll have a Helicopter ride back to Lukla, then flight back to Kathmandu.

Day 10: Kathmandu fly to Pokhara and Drive to Ulleri and Trek to Ghorepani. Tea House Accommodation: You will encounter one of the most difficult parts of the trek this day. You will walk 2 hours uphill as you trek along thousands of stone staircases to Ulleri. From Ulleri, the path winds gradually through the cool rainforest with gentle uphills and downhills. You can feel a cold wind blowing as you trek. You will also find a change in temperature as well as vegetation on your way to Ghorepani. You will encounter many rhododendron trees along the forests of ACAP region while trekking to Ghorepani. Eventually, after trekking for 6-7 hours, you will reach Ghorepani (2860 meters).

Day 11: Hike to Poonhill (3210 m / 10529) and trek to Ghandruk (1950 m / 6396) 7-8 hrs, Tea House Accommodation: You will go on an early morning hike to Poon Hill (3,190m) to catch mesmerizing views of the sunrise. The sun rises over the great panorama of the great mountains like Dhaulagiri, Annapurna, Manaslu, Machhapuchhre amongst others. From here, you will return back to Ghorepani for breakfast.

The trail from Ghorepani takes you to an upper ridge as you walk through rhododendron forest. The path then narrows downhill as you walk through the temperate forests. You might encounter some steep paths along the way before reaching Bhanthahti. Birethanti lies in the middle of the forest where you can take a small lunch-break. Then, we will hike along a trail for an hour through rhododendron forests and small streams. After trekking uphill for an hour, you will reach Tadapani (2630 meters). Tadapani is in the middle of the forest of Rhododendron, Magnolia, and Oaks. From this place, you can have grand views of Annapurna South and Machhapuchhre (fishtail). Today’s trek to Tadapani, including the hike to Poon Hill and back, is 6-7 hours long.

Day 12: Trek to Landruk (1565 m / 5133 ft) 5 – 6 hrs, Tea House Accommodation. Today’s walk from Tadapani to Landruk (1565 meters) is 5-6 hours long. The walk initially leads through some beautiful forests of the ACAP region. You will also get to see the Annapurna mountain range occasionally along the way. After a while, the trail is downhill and takes you through a few small villages you reach Ghandrung. Ghandrung a major large village of this area. You will have your lunch at Ghandrung. After walking for more than an hour, you will reach a suspension bridge over the Modi River. Another slow uphill trek for about an hour takes you to Landrung village, where you will spend your night.

Day 13: Trek to Australian Camp (2230 m/ 7314 ft ) (Thulo Kharka) via Pothana 5-6 hrs, Tea House Accommodation: The trail from Landrung takes you through villages and terraced fields along windy roads. After trekking for two hours, the trail leads you to a small pass at Deurali ridge 2,150m. From Deurali, you will trek downhill through forests of ACAP with magnificent view of the Annapurna and Mt.Manaslu range. These mountains will be by your side all the way to the small village of Pothana. This village lies in the midst of the woods overlooking magnificent view of snow-capped mountain range, valleys and Phewa lake in Pokhara. 50 minutes of good walk from Pothana through the cool shades of forests brings you at Thulo Kharka, which is also known as Australian Camp (2230 meters). Overall, the trek to Australian Camp from Landrung is 5-6 hours long. Australian Camp is a wonderful spot with large meadows. It overlooks magnificent views of the Himalayan range of mountains from Annapurna to Manaslu.

Day 14: Trek to Kande & drive to Pokhara (828 m /2690 ft) . Approx 1 hr walk and 1 hr drive, take an evening flight to Kathmandu or stay 4 or 5 more days in Pokhara before the flight to Kathmandu. After enjoying some fabulous views of the Himalayas from Australian Camp, you will head out to Kande. Today’s trek is the shortest of your journey. It only takes 1 hour to get to Kande (1770 meters) from the Australian Camp. You will trek through an easy downhill will lead to the village of Kande. It lies by the Baglung-Pokhara highway. A one hour drive from Kande will lead you to your hotel located near Phewa Lake.

We will hike to Sarangkot Hill early morning for a sunrise view. It takes around 2 hours to reach the top of Sarangkot; there are both black-topped roads and remote routes to reach Sarangkot. As we hike uphill through the hill, we can have magnificent views of Machhapuchhre, Dhaulagiri, Annapurna, and other famous peaks. Sarangkot has just been considered one of the top paragliding destinations in the world. You can participate in activities such as hiking, zip lining, bird watching and paragliding. After returning from Sarangkot, we will explore Phewa Lake on a boat and visit Tal Barahi Temple. The diverse environment around Lakeside is very vibrant.

Pokhara Sightseeing: David's fall, Guptshwor cave, Tibitean refugee camp, world peace stupa. Davis Falls and Mahendra Gufa. We can also visit International Mountain Museum, Seti Gorge, and Shanti Stupa. Drive to the World Peace Pagoda and enjoy panoramic views of Pokhara and the surrounding mountains Rupa lake. We will take the short hike that allows you to see both Begnas and Rupa Lake from a view tower.

Pokhara to Chitwan National park Next day: Chitwan National Park ,jungle activities. After having breakfast, you will go on safari at Chitwan National Park. You will do activities like Elephant Safari or Jeep Safari, Bird Watching,Jungle Walk,Canoe ride,Tharu Village tour,Tharu cultural show,Elephant Breeding Center,Elephant Bathing,Sunset View.

Drive from Chitwan to Kathmandu. We will drive to the hill station of Nagarkot to witness a stunning sunrise over the Himalayas. Take a day trip to Bhaktapur, another UNESCO World Heritage site, renowned for its well-preserved medieval architecture and craftsmanship. Swayambhunath Stupa, also known as the Monkey Temple, to enjoy panoramic views of the city and soak in the spiritual atmosphere. Get ready for next day Final depart.