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Rhino spotting on elephant back at Chitwan NP/Rachel Harfield
Annapurna views
Amongst prayer flags, Kathmandu/David Laurie
Himalayan Discovery
* Experience Kathmandu's bustling markets and exotic temples * Explore the jungle lowlands of Chitwan by elephant back and dugout canoe * Mini trek to overnight camp with breathtaking views of the Himalaya's snowy peaks
14 DAYS HOTELS/LODGE/CAMP
Itinerary Day 1 Fly London/Kathmandu. 2 Arrive Kathmandu. 3 Explore old city on foot and by rickshaw; PM visit Pashupatinath. 4 Drive Nagarkot via Bhaktapur, sunset tour. 5 Village walks. 6 Drive Kurintar; optional whitewater rafting or cable car ride. 7 Drive Khare; trek to overnight camp with mountain views (2 hours). 8 Trek through villages to Dhampus (2.5 hours); drive Pokhara. 9 In Pokhara. 10 Drive to Chitwan NP; PM activities. 11 Activities in Chitwan. 12 Final activity; drive Kathmandu. 13 Optional Everest flight. 14 Fly London.
perfect vantage point from which to watch the sunset over the snow-capped peaks of the Himalaya. It's also a great place to discover something of rural life; we take a walk through nearby villages and plan to pay a visit to the local school. Rafting & Trekking The Trisuli is one of Nepal's most popular white-water rafting rivers and we've the chance to take an exhilarating trip (optional) to our hotel at Kurintar on the river banks. We also make a mini trek through fields and villages to an overnight camp with outstanding views of some of the world's highest peaks. On a clear night the sky sparkles with millions of stars; a magical experience. Back in charming Pokhara, on the shores of Lake Phewa and a popular chill-out place for trekkers; we've time to take a boat out on the lake, hire a bike or even eat a pizza Nepali style! Chitwan Jungle Adventures Travelling through the foothills we head to Chitwan National Park, famous for its one-horned rhino and Bengal tigers.
We've a number of treats in store including a dugout canoe trip, jungle walks, elephant back safari and, provided it's not too cold, joining the elephants for their daily bath! In the evening the local Tharu villagers visit our lodge to perform traditional dances we're most welcome to join in. Finally it's back to Kathmandu where the excellent shops of Thamel await and you can choose to take a flight (optional) for some close-up views of awesome Mount Everest.
Annapurna I 8091m Annapurna South 7219m Annapurna III 7555m Machhapuchhre 6997m Trekking Optional cable car to Manakamana Shrine
Kids will love...
* Weird & wonderful characters en route! * Elephant back rhino spotting * Our overnight mountain camp-out
Xixabangma Feng 8012m Loenpo Gang 6979m
Himalayan Discovery Ref FDN
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Kathmandu & Nagarkot Old Kathmandu is a captivating mix of spice sellers and potters, rickshaws and sacred cows. Our sightseeing takes in both the well-known, such as the majestic temples of Durbar Square, and the fascinating and unusual; we travel by cycle rickshaw and discover the child-eating demon of Yitum Bahal! Delightful Nagarkot perches on a high ridge (2175m) at the rim of the Kathmandu Valley and is the
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Factfile
Group Size: Approx. 13 to 18. Minimum Age: 5 years. Accommodation & Meals: 9nts hotel, 2nts Lodge, 1nt Camp Kathmandu and Pokhara hotels graded comfortable all others as standard our overnight wild camp is graded basic but we will be very well looked after by our Nepali crew; 12 breakfasts, 3 lunches & 6 dinners included. See p91 & tour dossier for details. Swimming: The hotels at Kathmandu, Kurintar and Pokhara have swimming pools. Transport: Bus/Jeeps/On Foot/Canoe/ Elephant/Raft (optional) & Flights (optional). Tour Staff: Explore Tour Leader plus driver(s).
Tour Ref: FDN
Temperature Average daily maximum °C J F M A M J J A S O N D
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Dates & Prices
2009 Sat to Fri
in £
2010 Sat to Fri
14 Days from London
Flight Incl Land Only Adult Child* Adult Child*
Flight Incl Land Only Adult Child* Adult Child*
Rainfall Average rainy days per month J F M A M J J A S O N D
01 05 02 06 10 15 21 20 12 04 01 00
14 04 24 19
Feb-27 Feb Apr-17 Apr Oct-06 Nov Dec-01 Jan
1635 1745 1635 1925
1480 1590 1480 1770
895 895 895 930
855 855 855 890
20 Feb-05 Mar 1685 1530 930 27 Mar-09 Apr 1815 1660 930
890 890
Comment & Activity Level: A trip focusing on the Great Outdoors and chance to experience some of the many activities this mountain nation has to offer. The optional whitewater rafting is graded easy/moderate and full equipment and instruction will be given. You can chose to opt out of our overnight trek and stay in Pokhara, but must advise your tour leader at the start of the tour.
Land Only tour: 13 days start Kathmandu day 2 (Sun), end Kathmandu day 14 (Fri) * Aged 5-11 years on date of departure. These are guide prices, see p.94 for details. Flight Details: Flights to Kathmandu via Delhi with Jet Airways from London Heathrow, flight time approx. 12 hours. Note: flight details may change see p.96 for information.
For essential information about our tours see pages 91-99
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