Nepal: Annapurna Hiking & Chitwan National Park

Arrive at Kathmandu and enjoy a seamless transfer to your hotel where you can relax and settle in before the day’s activities. Later, join the group for a welcome meeting to meet fellow travelers and get oriented for the journey ahead. The day concludes with an unforgettable six-course Nepali dining experience at Krishnarpan, Dwarika’s Hotel, where traditional flavors and slow-dining hospitality offer a perfect introduction to Nepal’s rich culinary heritage, before returning to your hotel to rest and prepare for the adventure ahead.

Please book any arriving flights to land by 1pm.

Included Experiences

• Arrival Transfer: You will be met at the airport and transferred to the hotel to start your adventure.
• Meet Your CEO and Group: Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.
• Dinner at Dwarika's Hotel: Experience the signature slow-dining journey at Krishnarpan, the acclaimed restaurant of Dwarika’s Hotel. Indulge in a six-course feast that celebrates Nepal’s rich culinary heritage, offering a vibrant and immersive taste of traditional flavors crafted to delight every sense.

After breakfast in Kathmandu, take a short flight to Pokhara before transferring to Lumle, the gateway to the Annapurna foothills. Begin a scenic 1.5–2 hour trek from Lumle to Tomijong Lodge, winding through cultivated fields, local homesteads, and forested trails with panoramic views of Machapuchhare. Enjoy lunch and free time at the lodge, soaking in the terraced gardens and Himalayan backdrop. Later, stroll through the Gurung village, meet retired Gurkha soldiers, and glimpse rural life and local honey-harvesting traditions, before returning to the lodge for a relaxing dinner.

Included Experiences

• Plane: Look! Up in the sky! It's a bird! It's a plane! It's... yup, it is a plane, actually.
• Lumle to Tomijong Trek: Arrive in Lumle and set out on a short yet scenic trek to Tomijong, typically 1.5–2 hours on foot. The trail begins with a gentle ascent through cultivated fields and traditional village homesteads, offering glimpses into daily life in the hills. Beyond the villages, the path winds into mixed forest, following an earthy, occasionally rocky trail beneath a canopy of trees. The final stretch climbs gradually toward your lodge, where sweeping mountain views and a warm welcome await.
• Afternoon in Tomijong: After lunch at the lodge, unwind in the terraced gardens and take in sweeping views of Machapuchhare. In the afternoon, explore the Gurung village, meet retired Gurkha soldiers, and discover local life, including traditional honey harvesting.

After breakfast at the lodge, embark on a scenic hike from Tomijong through the lower Annapurna foothills, passing terraced farmlands, wooded hillsides, and charming villages. Stop in Tolkha Village to meet the local Magar and Gurung communities before continuing to Landruk Village, where stunning views of Annapurna South and Hiunchuli await. After lunch at Landruk Lodge, return downhill to Tomijong, enjoying the lush rice terraces and traditional stone paths, and spend the evening relaxing at the lodge before dinner.

Included Experiences

• Trek Tomijong to Tolkha: Today’s hike begins from Tomijong (1,400 m), winding through the lower Annapurna foothills with scenic farmlands and charming villages. You’ll follow a mix of gentle ascents and descents through wooded hillsides and rice terraces to reach Tolkha (1,840 m), a picturesque village home to Magar and Gurung communities. Terrain: gentle ascents/descents, wooded hillsides, rice terraces, farmland Length: 6km (3.7 miles) Duration: 2-3 hours Elevation: +440m
• Trek Tolkha to Landruk: After exploring Tolkha, continue to Landruk Village, walking along level paths and gradual descents through terraced fields and scattered settlements. On clear days, enjoy stunning views of Annapurna South and Hiunchuli. Terrain: gradual descents, level walking, terraced fields, scattered settlements Length: 3 km (2 miles) Duration: 45 minutes - 1 hour Elevation: -120
• Trek Landruk to Tomijong: Stop for lunch at Landruk Lodge before returning to Tomijong. Terrain: mostly downhill, terraced rice fields, stone-paved paths Length: 9 km (5.6 miles) Duration: 3-4 hours Elevation: -320

Start the day with breakfast at the lodge before hiking to Australian Camp, perched at 2,050 m and offering breathtaking panoramic views of Machhapuchhre, Annapurna South, and Hiunchuli. Enjoy lunch amid the stunning scenery before trekking back to Lumle and driving to Pokhara. After checking in to your hotel, unwind with a Trekkers Healing Massage, then take an orientation walk around the vibrant Lakeside area to explore its bustling streets, shops, and lakeside charm.

Included Experiences

• Trek Tomijong to Australian Camp: Trek from the lodge to Australian Camp (2,050 m) along a short route near Pokhara. The trail offers clear-day views of Machapuchhre, Annapurna South, and Hiunchuli. Enjoy lunch at the camp while taking in the panoramic scenery. Terrain: mix of gentle paths and some steeper, stone-stepped sections Length: 3-4 km (2-2.5 miles) Duration: 1.5-2 hours Elevation: +650
• Spa Experience Pokhara: Be pampered with a one-hour massage at the hotel spa to relax after trekking.

Celebrate your OMG Day with a choice of morning activities designed to refresh your body and mind: Yoga or a Sound Bath session. After breakfast and some free time at the resort, your group comes back together as you travel together to a Tibetan refugee village to engage in a fascinating momo making class with your local hosts. Momos were brought from Tibet to Nepal by the refugees who came during the Chinese invasion. The village you visit this afternoon are preserving their cultural heritage by continuing to tell their story and cook their cuisine. Engage with your hosts by getting involved in kneading the dough, filling the dumpling with their savoury filling, and sharing a delicious meal with your new friends. After the cooking class, your options continue with either cycling around Pame or a Mandala Art workshop, making this a fully customizable day of wellness, culture, and hands-on experiences.

Included Experiences

• Tibetan Momo Making: Drive to a village of Tibetan refugees who settled in Nepal. While here take part in a momo making session and lunch served by the local families.
• Yoga or Sound Bath Session and Cycling around Pame or Mandala Art Making Workshop: Morning Option 1: Start the day with a morning yoga session. Morning Option 2: Start the day with a morning sound bath session. Afternoon Option 1: Cycle through the village of Pame featuring stunning mountain views. Peddle along the river that feeds into the nearby Phewa Lake. The distance covered is 26km (16 miles) with an elevation gain of 300m, and a total time of 2-3 hours. Afternoon Option 2: Take part in a Mandala art-making workshop to explore local artistic traditions.

After breakfast, journey from Pokhara to Chitwan, following scenic highways to the serene setting of Barahi Jungle Lodge. After lunch and time to relax, set out on a cycling ride through a nearby Tharu village, soaking in the local atmosphere and experiencing the authentic lifestyle of the Tharu community. The day concludes with an evening cultural dance performance by locals, followed by dinner.

Included Experiences

• Tharu Villages Cycling: Cycle around the nearby paddy fields and Tharu Villages in this region. Helmets are provided and the activity lasts for around 45 minutes along a flat surface trail.
• Tharu Community Cultural Dance Show: Spend the evening listening to traditional song and watching cultural dance performances by Tharu community members. You will see dances like the Bhajayati and Thekara stick dance, the peacock dance, and the fire dance. Join with the dancers if you wish and learn the moves while adding your own flair. Dinner will be served buffet-style in the community dining hall following the performance.

Wooden canoes, seating only six people, carry you slowly down river, expertly paddled by your local guide. In relative silence, watch for kingfishers diving into the river. Keep your eyes peeled for crocodile on shore sunning themselves. Your boat ride brings you down the Rapti river until it meets with the Narayani. This morning river safari is an incredibly unique experience in Chitwan, and without the noise of the vehicle motor, witness as wildlife comes remarkably close. Your river safari ends at midday as you approach the riverbank, greeted by welcoming new friends. Your hosts for lunch are from the Barauli Community homestay. This social enterprise provides meals, accommodation and much more to travellers visiting this remote part of Nepal. Dine on a delicious Tharu specialties and learn more about the community. Afterwards, your adventure continues by jeep through the secluded edge of Chitwan National Park. Slowly navigating the forest, you’ll have the chance to spot a wide array of wildlife—including the elusive Royal Bengal Tiger—making this an unforgettable finale to a truly unique day.

Included Experiences

• Boating to Almatari: Row through the gentle run flowing Rapti River towards the Narayani River in a canoe on this unique way of visiting Chitwan. There will be ample opportunity at the leisurely pace to view the flora, fauna and wildlife around you.
• Barauli Community Homestay Lunch and Visit: Enjoy the hospitality of the Tharu, an indigenous community from the Teral belt of Nepal who live in eco-friendly homes. Experience their unique culture through dances, songs, and a delicious traditional meal.
• Chitwan 4x4 Safari: Explore the diverse ecosystems of Royal Chitwan National Park from the comfort of a 4x4 vehicle. Keep your eyes peeled for the many animals that live there, including birds, monkeys, crocodiles, and rhinos. If you're lucky, you might get to see an elusive tiger.

After breakfast, transfer to Bharatpur Airport and fly back to Kathmandu, then continue to Bhaktapur for a guided exploration of this UNESCO heritage city. Experience its ancient architecture, vibrant local life, and participate in a hands-on pottery-making session, learning to craft traditional clay objects. Return to Kathmandu for some rest before concluding your journey with a farewell dinner at Bricks Café, celebrating your adventure and the memories shared along the way.

Included Experiences

• Plane: Look! Up in the sky! It's a bird! It's a plane! It's... yup, it is a plane, actually.
• Bhaktapur Excursion: Visit this unique old town known as the City of Devotees. Explore Hindu temples, pagodas, palaces, and monuments, including the beautiful wood-carved palace in Durbar Square. You can pick up clay pots and other souvenirs in the colourful open markets and taste home made yogurt, known as khopa dhau, which Bhaktapur is famous for and before you leave, participate in a hands-on pottery making workshop.

Your adventure has come to an end, you can depart at any time.