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21-Day Everest Base Camp Trek & Jungle Safari

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Overview

This Everest Base Camp Trek and jungle safari trip is a combination of Everest Base Camp tour, a Pokhara city tour and jungle safari in Chitwan National Park!

The Everest Base Camp trek is famous for its spectacular mountain peaks including Mt. Everest and several other giants. Rich Sherpa culture and their friendly nature are the extra bonus of this awe-inspiring trip.

Hiking on Khumbu Glacier to reach your final goal to Everest Base Camp and the hike up to Kalapatthar for its breathtaking mountain views are the most challenging parts of your whole trip, which makes this trekking perfect for this Nepal adventure tour.

Chitwan National Park, the first national park of Nepal, was established in 1973 and listed on the list of UNESCO natural heritage site in 1984. Chitwan National Park is the most popular safari destination and famous for its diversities in both flora and fauna, which offers a wilderness of rich ecosystem that includes mammals, birds, reptiles and water animals of several kinds.
Hiking & Trekking
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Sightseeing
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Itinerary

Day 1

Welcome to Kathmandu, Free Time & Pre-Trip Meeting

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Welcome to Kathmandu, Free Time & Pre-Trip Meeting

You will arrive at Kathmandu airport where you will be transferred by private car to Kathmandu City Hotel for check-in. You'll attend a pre-trip meeting at Kathmandu city Hotel in the afternoon and then you are free to explore the city for the rest of the day. There is a variety of interesting markets and museums to visit in Thamel.

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    Activities

    Free Time in Thamel

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Tribhuvan International Airport to Kathmandu

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    Destinations

    Kathmandu

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    Notes

    During this meeting, your guide will greet you at your hotel and provide all of the necessary information regarding your upcoming trip. Feel free to ask questions regarding the trek if you have any.

Day 2

Sightseeing Tour in Kathmandu

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Sightseeing Tour in Kathmandu

Your guide will pick you up from your hotel after breakfast for a sightseeing tour in Kathmandu. During the day you will visit Swyambhunath Stupa, also known as Monkey temple, Kathmandu Durbar Square, Pashupatinath and Boudhanath Stupa. After the tour, you will return to Kathmandu City Hotel. Here, you can prepare your trip to organise the things you may need during the trek.

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    Activities

    Kathmandu Sightseeing

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Kathmandu

Day 3

Fly to Lukla and Trek to Phakding

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Fly to Lukla and Trek to Phakding

Today you will check out of the hotel and will be transferred to the domestic airport to catch a flight to Lukla. Begin your first 3-hour trek to Phakding where you will enjoy a delicious local Nepali lunch. Check in to your tea house in the afternoon and you will have some free time to explore the village before dinner in the evening. Have an early night to prepare for an adventurous trek in the morning.

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    Accommodation

    Phakding Tea House- Khumjung

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Lukla to Phakding

    Free Time in Phakding

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Hotel Moonlight to Tribhuvan International Airport

    Plane from Kathmandu to Tenzing-Hillary Airport (LUA)

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Phakding

Day 4

Phakding to Namche Bazaar

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Phakding to Namche Bazaar

Today you will have your breakfast at 7 am and check out of the tea house after. Enjoy a 6-hour trek to Namche Bazaar. Stop at Jorshalle for lunch, where you will enjoy a local Nepali meal before continuing your trek. You will have a magnificent view of Mt. Everest from Top Danda. In the afternoon check in to your tea house where you can rest or explore Namche Bazaar before dinner.

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    Activities

    Phakding to Namche Bazaar, Khumjung

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    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Phakding

    Namche

Day 5

Acclimatisation Hike to Syangboche

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Acclimatisation Hike to Syangboche

Today is an acclimatisation day, and you will be hiking to the Everest viewpoint at Syangboche (3,880 metres) after breakfast. You will experience the panoramic views of the Everest Himalayan range including Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Tawche, Thamserku and more. After, head back to Namche Bazaar to have lunch at the same tea house. You may take a rest or explore around Namche Bazaar in the afternoon.

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    Activities

    Acclimatisation Hike Syangboche

    Free Time in Namche Bazaar

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Khumjung

    Sagarmatha

Day 6

Namche Bazaar to Tengboche

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Namche Bazaar to Tengboche

Enjoy breakfast at 7 am and check out of the tea house for hiking today. You will embark on a 6-hour trek to Tengboche where you can see the Buddhist monastery and the daily puja ceremony held here. You will have lunch in Phunki Tenga before continuing upward to Tengboche. Check in to a tea house and explore the village before dinner. Go to bed early tonight to prepare for your challenging trek in the morning.

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    Accommodation

    Tengboche Accommodation-Tea house

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Namche Bazaar to Tengboche at 3867 Metres

    Tengboche Monastery

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Khumjung

Day 7

Tengboche to Dingboche

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Tengboche to Dingboche

Wake up early in the morning, check out of your house after breakfast and begin your trek today. The start of the trek will lead you downhill with a gradual ascent after crossing a bridge. Arrive at Pangboche where you will stop for a tea break and continue to Somare for lunch. Continue your climb to Dingboche, where along the way you will enjoy a magnificent view of mountains. Arrive at the next tea house and take a rest or explore Dingboche village before dinner in the evening.

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    Accommodation

    Dingboche Tea House - Khumjung

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Trek from Tengboche to Dingboche at 4,345 Metres

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Khumjung

    Dingboche

Day 8

Acclimatisation Hike to Nangkartshang Peak

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Acclimatisation Hike to Nangkartshang Peak

Today you are hiking to Nangakarsanga Peak (5,100 metres) for acclimatisation. Take a 5-hour challenging hike to Nangakarsanga Peak, which is all uphill. You will enjoy your first sight of Mt. Makalu, the 5th highest mountain in the world and 360-degree views of the Himalayas. After, make your descent down to Dingboche, have lunch and relax in the afternoon before dinner.

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    Accommodation

    Dingboche Tea House - Khumjung

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Hike to Nangkartshang Peak

    Free Time in DingbocheOptional Activity

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    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Dingboche

    Khumjung

Day 9

Dingboche to Lobuche

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Dingboche to Lobuche

Leave Dingboche after breakfast. You will begin your day with a steep climb up to the ridge above Dingboche, which has incredible views. The climb becomes gradual until reaching Thukla where you will stop for lunch. Then, have an hour-long steep climb to the memorial ridge called Thukla Pass and finally make your way to Lobuche. Check into the local tea house and rest for an hour. In the afternoon you can go on acclimatisation hike if you wish.

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    Accommodation

    Lobuche Tea House

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Trek from Dingboche (4350m) to Lobuche (4910m)

    Acclimatisation Hike in Lobuche

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    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Dingboche

    Khumjung

Day 10

Lobuche to Gorakshep and Trek to Everest Base Camp

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Lobuche to Gorakshep and Trek to Everest Base Camp

Today is your main goal of this trek, so leave Lobuche early in the morning after breakfast and walk along the left side of the Khumbu glacier to arrive at Gorakshep, where you will enjoy spectacular views of Mt. Everest on the way. After lunch, take a trip to Everest Base Camp where you will spend around 30 minutes exploring and enjoying the incredible panoramic view of Khumbu icefall before returning to Gorakshep.

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    Accommodation

    Gorak Shep Tea House

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Lobuche to Gorakshep

    Trek to Everest Base Camp

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    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Khumjung

Day 11

Hike to Kalapatthar & Trek to Pheriche

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Hike to Kalapatthar & Trek to Pheriche

Today, you'll take on one of the most challenging hikes to Kalapatthar early in the morning for a spectacular sunrise view of Mt. Everest and others from Kalapatthar. Now it is time to descend to Pheriche, at around 4200 metres, via Gorakshep picking up your belonging from there on your return from Kalapatthar. You will take a slightly different route to Pheriche, and the trek takes around five hours.

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    Accommodation

    Pheriche Tea House

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Hike to Kalapatthar

    Gorakshep to Pheriche

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Khumjung

Day 12

Pheriche to Namche Bazaar via Tengboche

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Pheriche to Namche Bazaar via Tengboche

This morning, you'll begin your trek back of seven hours to Namche Bazaar, almost the same route you took on ascending. Along the way, you'll pass Pangboche and Somare village and stop at Tengboche for a tea break. You'll then continue on down to Namche Bazaar where you'll stay the night.

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    Accommodation

    Namche Bazaar Teahouse

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Tengboche to Namche Bazar

    Free Time in Namche Bazaar

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Khumjung

    Namche

    Sagarmatha

Day 13

Namche Bazar to Lukla

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Namche Bazar to Lukla

Leave Namche Bazar after breakfast. The trail at the beginning is downhill until the high bridge at Dudhkoshi river. From here you can enjoy the last view of Mount Everest from Top Danda. After a tea break at Jorsalle you will continue to Phakding, passing by Monjo and Benkar villages. Stop at Phakding for lunch and continue your trek to approach Lukla. You will check into a tea house and explore Lukla before dinner. The trek today takes around seven to eight hours.

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    Activities

    Namche Bazaar to Lukla

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Namche

    Chaurikharka

Day 14

Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu

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Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu

Wake up early in the morning and after breakfast, you will walk 10 minutes to the airport. On this scenic 30-minute flight, you can take one last look at the spectacular Himalayas. Once you arrive in Kathmandu you will be transferred to your hotel and you will have some free time in the afternoon to explore Thamel.

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    Activities

    Free Time in Thamel

    Garden of DreamsOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Plane from Tenzing-Hillary Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport

    Private Driver from Tribhuvan International Airport to Hotel Moonlight

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Kathmandu

Day 15

Fly to Pokhara & Sightseeing

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Fly to Pokhara & Sightseeing

This morning, you will take a flight to Pokhara. Pokhara is the tourism capital of Nepal, with its laid-back charm, you can't help but fall in love with its ambience. After checking in at your hotel, your guide will take you for some sightseeing. You'll visit Phewa Lake, Davi's Fall, Mahendra cave, Bat Cave and Seti Bridge.

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    Activities

    Pokhara

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Hotel Moonlight to Airport Customs, Kathmandu

    Plane from Tribhuvan International Airport to Pokhara

    Private Driver from Pokhara Airport to Kantipur Hotel Training Center

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    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Pokhara

Day 16

Sightseeing in Pokhara City

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Sightseeing in Pokhara City

Pokhara is the tourism capital of Nepal, with its laid-back charm, you can't help but fall in love with its ambience. Looking over the spectacular snow-capped mountain scenery you'll discover a variety of adventurous activities to choose from. The city is also surrounded by white-water rivers and tremendous waterfalls waiting to be discovered, as well as the stunning Phewa Lake which lines the city. During your free time, you can visit Davi's Fall, Mahendra Cave, Bat Cave and Seti Bridge.

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    Activities

    Pokhara

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    Restaurants

    Moondance Restaurant & BarOptional Activity

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    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Pokhara

Day 17

Fly from Pokhara to Chitwan

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Fly from Pokhara to Chitwan

Today you will check-out of the hotel and be transferred to the domestic airport where you will catch a 25-minute flight to Pokhara. Upon arrival, you will transfer by private car to Green Park Resort for check-in. You'll then have the rest of the day free to engage in the activities on offer here in Chitwan National Park.

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    Accommodation

    Green Park Chitwan Resort4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Chitwan National Park

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Pokhara to Pokhara Airport

    Plane from Pokhara to Bharatpur Airport

    Private Driver from Bharatpur Airport to Green Park Chitwan

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    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Ratnanagar

    Central Development Region

Day 18

A Day of Jungle Activities in Chitwan National Park

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A Day of Jungle Activities in Chitwan National Park

This morning, you'll take a canoe ride along the Rapti River, an excellent opportunity for bird watching and seeing the two rare species of crocodiles: the Marsh Mugger and the fish-eating Gharial. You'll then take an exciting and invigorating walk through the lush sub-tropical jungles of Chitwan. Your trained naturalist guides will take you to prime spots to view deer, rhinos, sloth bears and other wildlife. In the afternoon, you can head to the market to buy souvenirs!

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    Accommodation

    Green Park Chitwan Resort4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Canoeing and Jungle Walk

    Explore around Sauraha

    Tharu Cultural Programme

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    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Ratnanagar

    Narayani

Day 19

Fly from Chitwan to Kathmandu

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Fly from Chitwan to Kathmandu

This morning, before you leave, you will go and do some bird watching on a tour about an hour before your departure to Kathmandu. Then, you will transfer to Bharatpur where you will catch the flight to Kathmandu. Upon arrival, you'll be transferred to your hotel in Thamel, the trendy area of Kathmandu. You'll then have the rest of the day free to spend as you wish.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Annapurna5 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Bird Watching in Chitwan National Park

    Free Time in Thamel

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    Restaurants

    The Ship Restaurant Bar and LoungeOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Green Park Chitwan to Bharatpur Airport

    Plane from Bharatpur Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport

    Private Driver from Tribhuvan International Airport to Kathmandu

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Ratnanagar

    Central Development Region

    Kathmandu

Day 20

Sightseeing in Patan & Bhaktapur

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Sightseeing in Patan & Bhaktapur

Today, you'll start the tour after breakfast. You will be taken for a guided sightseeing tour by private car to visit two of the seven UNESCO World Heritage sites in Kathmandu Valley; Patan and Bhaktapur Durbar Square. You'll have the day to explore these sites and in the evening, you'll have a farewell dinner with a local family.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Annapurna5 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Bhaktapur Durbar Square

    Basantapur Durbar Square

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    Restaurants

    Farewell Dinner with a Local Family

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    Meals

    Breakfast and dinner

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    Destinations

    Kathmandu

    Bhaktapur

Day 21

Departure from Kathmandu

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Departure from Kathmandu

After breakfast in the morning, you will have some free time to do some last minutes shopping and explore around Thamel before your departure. After check out from your hotel you will be transferred to the airport for your flight home.

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    Activities

    Free Time in Thamel

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Kathmandu City Hotel P.Ltd to Tribhuvan International Airport

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    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Kathmandu

Included in Price

  • 12 nights accommodation
  • 23 activities
  • 20 breakfasts, 13 lunches and 14 dinners
  • Airport transfer
  • Domestic flights
  • Entrance fees
  • Ground transportation
  • Licensed English speaking guides
  • Trekking permits

Not Included in Price

  • Alcohol beverages
  • Entry visas / airport departure tax
  • Gratuities
  • International flights
  • Laundry
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
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