Day 01 : Arrive in Kathmandu airport and you will be transferred to the Bioroling Monastery guest house by one of our representatives. Welcome dinner at one of the typical Nepali restaurants in Thamel.

Overnight: Bioroling Monastery guest house.

Day 02 : Bhaktapur and Kathmandu (1334m): Today, you will be escorted by our experienced city tour guide as we travel approximately one hour by bus/van to visit Bhaktapur, the oldest, ancient city and previous capital city of Kathmandu Valley. Kathmandu Valley used to be one kingdom itself and later became three different kingdoms, until one of the kings unified the country. We will visit four different squares in this city: Durbar Square (palace square), Tamaudi Square (public square), Pottery Square and Dattatre Square.

After lunch we will return Kathmandu where you will have the afternoon free for sightseeing and shopping.
Overnight: Bioroling Monastery guest house

Day 03 : Kathmandu to Pokhara (820m); Trek to Astham: We will have a short scenic flight to Pokhara and then a short drive to Milanchok. Our short trek to Astham starts from Milanchok. We will have a short introduction with our host (Adhikari) family once we get to their home (Astham) and observe their daily chores: farming; gardening; cooking and taking care of their cattle. We will have traditional Nepali food (Daal Bhat) for dinner with the whole Adhikari family in their typical Nepali kitchen.

Overnight: Adhikari family home (Astham)
Flight Time: 30 minutes
Walking Time: 1 ½ hours
Difference in Elevation: - 514m

Day 04 : Astham to Sedi Bagar; Trek to Thapa family home: After our short hike back to Milanchok, we will drive to Sedi Bagar. Then we will have a short hike for 30 minutes to our new home for the next three nights. We will have an introduction with our new host (Thapa) family then settle down in their beautiful home which is combination of ancient and modern designs. They own four separate buildings which are completely different from each other. We will be staying in a round building, which is a symbol of an energy saver according to ancient spiritual view.

Overnight: Thapa family home
Walking Time: 2 hours
Drive Time: 45 minutes

Day 05 : Pokhara (820m): In the morning, we will visit Devis Falls (the waterfall goes into a very deep and narrow canal), Guptesowri Cave (a very attractive natural cave) and Fewa Lake (second largest lake in Nepal, 4.5 km long) which are the main tourist attractions in Pokhara.

Overnight: Thapa family home

Day 06 : Sarangkot (1592m): Today, we will have exciting uphill trek to Sarangkot in the morning. The view from Sarangkot is superb. You will be able to see several different peaks of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges, including the two highest peaks in the world,-Annapurna I (8091m) and Dhaulagiri (8167m).

Overnight: Thapa family home
Walking Time: 4 hours

Day 07 : Flight Pokhara to Kathmandu (1334m): During your short morning flight you will enjoy the panoramic views of the Himalayas again and be able to take some spectacular pictures.

Overnight: Bioroling Monastery guest house
Flight Time: 30 minutes
Difference in Elevation: + 514m

Day 08 : Kathmandu: In the morning we will visit Kopan Monastery, the first monastery to start teaching Buddhist meditation in English for foreigners in Nepal. In the afternoon we will visit Patan, a true open air museum with its pagodas, temples, and monasteries.

Overnight: Bioroling Monastery guest house

Day 09 : Transfer to the airport and departure

The tour price includes:

1. Transfers airport/hotel/airport.
2. Accommodations in Kathmandu and Pokhara on twin sharing BB basis
3. Transport, guided visits and entry of the monuments in Kathmandu/Patan/Bhaktapur/Pokhara
4. Domestic flight tickets Kathmandu-Pokhara-Kathmandu as per Itinerary.
5. Domestic airport taxes
6. A professional tour/ trekking guide
7. Meals Full board during tour
8. Drinks (Tea and Coffee only)
9. Your international flight re-confirmation.
10. All necessary documents and government tax.
11. Insurance for staff

The tour price does not include:

1. International Flight.
2. Nepal entry visa fee USD 40. (Total 30 days from the date of issue) and you may easily obtain your visa upon your arrival in Kathmandu international airport.
3. NOTE: You need 2 Passport size photos for the visa.
4. Dinner in Kathmandu
5. Travel Insurance (compulsory and we strongly advise you to take out to cover accident/repatriation helicopter/medical care)
6. Personnel hiking equipment.
7. Personal expenses such as cold drinks, mineral water, alcoholic drinks, telephone etc.
8. Emergency evacuation rescue charge, if needed.
9. Personal medical supplies.
10. Tips for trekking staff or car/van/bus driver.

Special Note:

This Itinerary can be customized according to the duration of your holiday. We have many options for shorter visits based on your interests and budget.

NOTE:The price of the tour will be adjusted according to the group size.