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Kathmandu, Chitwan and Annapurna foothills, Nepal / Tour

Nepal Culture, Nature and Foothills

Bring together Kathmandu heritage, Chitwan nature activities and a village trek above Pokhara.

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Sunset over Phewa Lake in Pokhara
Sunset over Phewa Lake in Pokhara.
Duration
12 daysOutline programme
Valley, lowlands and foothills
TourKathmandu, Chitwan and Annapurna foothills
Season
Autumn, winter and springAsk for current dates
Experience
Moderate tour with several walking daysTour

A closer look at the journey.

This twelve-day journey moves from Kathmandu Valley cultural places to the lowland habitats of Chitwan and the villages of the Annapurna foothills. The opening visits include Kathmandu, Patan, Bhaktapur and the main stupas and religious places. Travel then continues to Chitwan for locally arranged nature activities.

From Chitwan, the programme travels to Pokhara and begins a walk through Dhampus, Landruk and Ghandruk. The trek adds several active days, with steps and changes in elevation between villages, before returning to Pokhara and Kathmandu. Nature activities and mountain views depend on local conditions, so the programme should leave room for the guide to adjust the daily sequence.

  • Kathmandu Valley cultural places
  • Chitwan nature and birdwatching
  • A village trek in the Annapurna foothills

The route, day by day.

This is an outline programme. The team will confirm the route and arrangements with you, allowing for weather, access and local conditions.

Day 1Arrive in Kathmandu

Begin the programme with your arrival connection and time to settle in. Meet the local team to review the journey ahead.

Day 2Kathmandu, Swayambhunath and Patan

Explore historic squares and religious places in Kathmandu and Patan, with a visit to the hilltop stupa at Swayambhunath.

Day 3Boudhanath, Pashupatinath and Bhaktapur

Visit the stupa setting of Boudhanath, the Pashupatinath area and the streets and squares of Bhaktapur.

Day 4Travel to Chitwan

Continue the agreed road or onward travel stage, with stops and the overnight location coordinated locally.

Day 5Chitwan nature activities

Explore with a local nature guide. Wildlife sightings depend on conditions.

Day 6Travel to Pokhara

Continue the agreed road or onward travel stage, with stops and the overnight location coordinated locally.

Day 7Drive to the trailhead and walk to Dhampus

Continue the agreed road or onward travel stage, with stops and the overnight location coordinated locally.

Day 8Dhampus to Landruk

Follow the walking route from Dhampus to Landruk. Overnight arrangements follow the agreed programme.

Day 9Landruk to Ghandruk

Follow the walking route from Landruk to Ghandruk. Overnight arrangements follow the agreed programme.

Day 10Walk to Nayapul and return to Pokhara

Continue the planned walking stage, with breaks and the overnight stop arranged around the route and conditions.

Day 11Fly to Kathmandu

Take the planned flight connection, subject to the operating schedule and weather. Coordinate the onward stage with the local team.

Day 12Depart Kathmandu

Complete the programme with the agreed departure transfer and onward travel arrangements.

A clear plan and quotation.

Request an itemised quotation for your group, dates and preferred level of support. Agree the inclusions before booking travel.

Services to discuss

  • Local guiding and sightseeing arrangements
  • Accommodation standards and the meal plan
  • Ground travel and any flights shown in the agreed programme
  • Site visits and any local access arrangements

Budget separately

  • International travel and connections outside the agreed programme
  • Personal travel insurance and personal equipment
  • Drinks, personal purchases and optional activities
  • Tips and changes requested beyond the agreed programme

Before you set out.

Comfort with sightseeing walks and steps. Optional hill walks can be discussed separately when arranging the daily programme.

Accommodation: Hotels along the route, with walking-stage accommodation where shown; standards and meal plans to be agreed.

Use the trip preparation guide to plan equipment, travel documents and questions for the team.

Can the visits be tailored?

Discuss your interests and preferred pace with the team. Site access, opening times and travel connections shape the final daily order.

Are wildlife sightings assured in Chitwan?

No. A nature guide selects locally available activities, but wildlife moves freely and sightings depend on conditions.

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