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Arrival in Kathmandu-Transfer to Hotel
You will be met at the airport by our Adventure Jaljale representative and transfered to your hotel in Kathmandu. Rest at the hotel and briefing about the trip. There should be time to explore the city\'s many charms on your own too. Overnight (O/N) in Kathmandu (breakfast included).
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Rest, sightseeing, preparation, assignment and briefing.
Leave for full day sightseeing in Kathmandu valley including the holiest site in Nepal: the Hindu temple complex at Pashupatinath (a UNESCO world heritage site) & the biggest Buddhist Stupa at Boudhanath. We can also visit the Shyambhunath a 2000 year old temple colloquially known as the "Monkey Temple" and visit Patan city of fine arts. In the evening there wil be a briefing at your hotel or at the office. O/N in Kathmandu (breakfast included).
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Drive to Bhulbhule via Dumre and Besisahar
The day begins with drive to Besisahar - Bhulbhule about 5-6 hrs from Kathmandu along to the Prithwi highway. We divert off the highway at the bustling town of Dumre and continue for a further one and half hours to Besisahar. After lunch we complete the short drive to the road head at Bhulbhule (846 meters) in the Marysandi Valley. O/N camping or Lodge/teahouse in Bhulbhule. (all meals and hot drinks included)
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Commence trek Bhulbhule to Shange (1136m)
After breakfast, we will ease ourselves into the treck with an easy climb up to Bahun Danda, a picturesque village at the top of this formidable ridge. Then it\'s down, across terraces and over small streams, before rejoining the Marsyangdi and following it upstream for several km to our overnight camp with teahouse/lodge in full board near the village of Shange. The whole walk should take about 5-6 hours. O/N camping or Lodge/teahouse in Shange (all meals and hot drinks included)
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Trek from Shange to Tal (1710m)
A wonderful walk with many changes in scenery and a range of gradients is in store for today. From Shange we head across the river and ascend steeply and finally reach the ridge top high above. We cross another suspension bridge before a continued ascent up a narrow and beautiful valley where, if there has been rain, we will see many spectacular waterfalls. Just before camp at Tal the first village in Manang, we come over a small rise and enter a wide, flat valley with a long, silvery waterfall to the right. O/N camping or Lodge/teahouse in Tal (all meals and hot drinks included)
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Trek from Tal to Bagarchhap (2160m)
First we will cross a wide, flat valley. The trail then climbs a stone stairway bringing us to 1860m after which we will encounter another stairway. The journey continues with slight inclines and descents to Dharapani at 1890m. There we find a stone entrance Chorten typical of the Tibetan influenced villages from here northwards. We then visit the Bagarchhap at 2160m which boasts the typical flat roofed stone houses of local Tibetans design although the village is still in the transition zone before the dry highlands. O/N camping or Lodge/teahouse in Bagarchhap (all meals and hot drinks included)
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Bagarchhap to Chame (2630m)
Here the trail is often rough and rocky, and climbs to Tyanja at 2360m. It then continues through forest, following the river, to Kopar at 2590m. As we reach Chame, the headquarters of the Manang district, we are rewarded by the fine views of Annapurna II as well as the option of a restaurative bath in one of two small hot springs by the town. O/N camping or Lodge/teahouse in Chame (all meals and hot drinks included)
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Trek from Chame to Pisang (3300m)
The day starts in the deep forest in a steep and narrow valley, crossing a river on a long bridge at 2910m. We then cross another bridge at 3040m, from there the view of the soaring Paungda Danda rock face really begins to appear. At this point, the trail is a steady climb to Pisang, which sprawls between 3200m and 3300m. O/N camping or Lodge/teahouse in Pisang (all meals and hot drinks included)
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Trek from Pisang to Manang (3500m)
Today we continue through the drier upper part of the Manang district, which is cut off from the full effect of the monsoon by the Annapurna Range. People of this region, herd yaks and raise crops for part of the year besides, they also continue to enjoy special trading rights gained way back in 1784. Leaving Pisang, we have a choice of two alternate trails north and south of the Marsyangdi River which meet up again at Mungji. The southern route by Hongde, with its airstrip, at 3325m involves less climbing than the northern route via Ghyaru, though there are better views on the trail that follows the northern bank of the river. From Mungji, the trail continues past the picturesque but partially hidden village of Bryanga at 3475m to nearby Manang at 3500m. O/N camping or Lodge/teahouse in Manang (all meals and hot drinks included)
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Acclimatization day at Manang
Today we spend a day acclimatizing in Manang. The whole day we spend by doing some fine day walks and enjoying the magnificent views around the village and gaining some altitude for the sake of aclimatization. At the end of the day, we return back to our accommodation and have a night rest. O/N camping or Lodge/teahouse in Manag (all meals and hot drinks included)
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Trek from Manang to Ledar (4250m)
Today we leave Manang, and the trail makes an ascent of nearly 2000m to the Thorong La pass. We will make the climb steadily through Tenki, leaving the Marshyangdi Valley. Continuing along the Jarsang Khola Valley, we will reach Ledar at 4250m. At this altitude we can see the vegetation become steadily more sparse. O/N camping or Lodge/teahouse in Ledar (all meals and hot drinks included)
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Trek from Ledar to Phedi or High camp (4600m)
The trail descends to cross the river at 4310m we then climb up to Phedi at 4420m. At High Camp (elevation of 4600m), there have recently been some good Guesthouses built. Your overnight stay can be in one of these. O/N camping or Lodge/teahouse in Phedi or High Camp (all meals and hot drinks included)
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Trek from Phedi or High Camp to Muktinath (3710m)
The journey from Phedi “foot of the hill” or at the foot to the 5416m Thorong La pass, begins the day. We then make the climb steeply that is regularly used and easy to follow. However, the problem may arise due to the altitude and snow. It often causes terrible problem to cross the pass if it is covered by snow. About four hours climb up to the pass marked by the Chortens and prayer flags. As you reach the top, you are rewarded by the magnificent view from the top. O/N camping or Lodge/teahouse in Muktinath (all meals and hot drinks included)
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Trek from Muktinath to Tukuche (2600m)
Tukuche is a pituresque settlement of a little more than 100 houses of Thakali people. It has also 2 monasteries, and one apple brandy factory. If you are interested to see how apple brandy is produced, a visit can be arranged. O/N camping or Lodge/teahouse in Tukuche (all meals and hot drinks included)
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Trek from Tukuche to Ghasa (2100m)
From Tukuche the trek begins today with a descent along the Kaligandaki river beach where the trail becomes a motorable road. If you are tired at this point and need a rest you can ride a bus or jeep at your own expense up to Ghasa where we will be spending the night. O/N camping or Lodge/teahouse in Ghasa (all meals and hot drinks included)
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Trek from Ghasa to Tatopani (1200m)
From Ghasa the trek continues along the Kaligandaki river beach. The same option of a bus or jeep ride up to Tatopani where we will spend the night. O/N camping or Lodge/teahouse in Tatopani (all meals and hot drinks included)
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Trek from Tatopani to Ghorepani (2850)
Today is a bit of a tough trek up to Ghorepani with a 50-60 degree slope up via Ghara, Shikha and Chitre. The will be opportunities for interaction with the Braman and Magar Indigenous inhabitants. Lunch will be taken on the way and overnight stay is at Ghorepani. O/N camping or Lodge/teahouse in Ghorepani (all meals and hot drinks included)
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Explore Poonhill and Trek to Tikhedhunga (1495m)
Early morning trip to Poonhill (3232m) to enjoy the sunrise view over Mt. Dhaulagiri , Tukuche Peak Nilgiri, Varaha Shikhar , Mt. Annapurna I, Lamjung Himal and other numerous snowcapped mountain peaks of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges. After breakfast we will engage on a 4-5 hour trek to Tikhedhunga where dinner and overnight stay are scheduled. O/N camping or Lodge/teahouse in Tikhedhunga (all meals and hot drinks included)
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Trek from Tikhedhunga to Nayapul and Drive to Pokhara
This last day of the trek takes us from Tikhedhunga down to Nayapul in about 4 hours with lunch on the way. From here you will be taken by private vehicle to Pokhara and to your hotel (breakfast included).
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Return to Kathmandu
After breakfast you will journey back from Pokhara to Katmandu by tourist Coach (about 7 hours) or you can take a flight (25 minutes) and accomodation will be arranged for you in Kathmandu. O/N at guesthouse in Kathmandu (breakfast included).
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Transfer to international airport for your final departure.
If you are interested in continuing on to the Chitwan Jungle Safari, River Rafting Adventure or any other tours you can start today.
