- Duration: 8N 9D
- Minimum Group Size: 1
- Maximum Group size: 20
- Max. Altitude: 2200m
Are you looking for an opportunity to experience an adventurous holiday in Nepal in a short duration? Then trek through the Himalayas in the shortest period of time through the easiest way by choosing Annapurna Royal Trekking!
The Annapurna Royal Trek takes you on an easy route with occasional ascents and descents along ridges and valleys. As you walk through the rhododendron forest, you will be blessed with beautiful Himalayan scenery. The panoramic views of the Pokhara Valley, the mountains north of Annapurna, and Mount Machhapuchare are simply awe-inspiring. On the way, you will pass through villages of different ethnic groups with different cultures. It is a valuable opportunity to interact with the local people and get a glimpse into their culture, customs, traditions, and lifestyle. Best of all, you don't have to worry about altitude sickness at all.
The Annapurna Royal Trek is both exciting and challenging. After touring the UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Kathmandu, drive along the Trishli River to Pokhara to see the beautiful scenery. After about 30 minutes by domestic flight from Kathmandu, the trekking begins when you arrive at Kalikastan, which is 25 kilometers away by car from Pokhara. Follow the small mountain roads of Annapurna to the beautiful village of Gurung. As you climb along the terraced fields, you will be blessed with views of the majesty of the Annapurna Range, Mount Machhapuchare, and Langtang. After this exhilarating experience, we will finally finish our trek at the beautiful Begnas Lake. After this trek, we will go to Chitwan National Park (recreation area), one of Nepal's most famous jungle safaris, where you can stay and enjoy culture, life, and wildlife. You can also observe animals and many types of birds.
Package Highlights
The Annapurna Royal Trek is one of the easiest treks to do for anyone going to the Annapurna region of Nepal. Even beginners and older people can do it. This is called “Royal Trekking” because Prince Charles walked this route in the 1980s!
Day 1: Pick-up from Tribhuvan International Airport
From the airport, transfer to a 3-star hotel, and have welcome drinks & snacks. Then rest at the hotel after dinner and trekking preparation.
Day 2: Flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara, and drive to Kalikasthan
After breakfast, head to the airport and take a 30-minute flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara. After arriving, drive for 1 hour to Vijayapur River to start the trek. After a 4-hour trek along paddy fields and hills, we reach the destination. There, we go for sightseeing and have dinner. Then we rest there for a night.
Day 3: Kalikasthan to Shaklung
We start trekking after breakfast. We trek for about 5 hours on a gentle uphill path along villages and hills to Saklung (1730m). On the way are beautiful Rhododendron trees and scenery of the Himalayas. In the evening, we have dinner there and stay overnight.
Day 4: Shaklung to Chisapani (2200m)
We start trekking after breakfast. We trek uphill on gentle slopes for 5 to 6 hours in total on the fourth day. On the way, we pass through traditional Gurung villages and observe the lifestyles and culture of the Gurung people. We then have lunch and reach Chisapani, one of the best places to see the Himalayan mountain range's panoramic views. We will stay overnight there after dinner. The place will have views of Annapurna Mountain and many others around it. The trek itself is 5 to 6 hours long.
Day 5: Chisapani to Pokhara via Rupa lake
We start trekking after breakfast. Almost half of the trekking path is downhill today. We will reach the famous Rupa Lake, a beautiful lake located to the East of Pokhara, as well as Begnas Lake just a kilometer away from Rupa. There, we will have lunch and go boating. From there, we travel to Pokhara Lakeside by vehicle and also go on a city tour. We will have dinner and stay overnight at a 3-star hotel.
Day 6: Pokhara to Chitwan National Park
After breakfast, we depart to Chitwan. After a 5-hour long drive along the Trishuli River that flows across several hills, we reach the Chitwan National Park. There, we will check into a resort and have lunch. Then we will visit the surrounding villages and go sightseeing. At night, we will have dinner and enjoy the cultural programs of the Tharu tribe.
Day 7: Chitwan National Park Safari
On this exciting day, we will go on a jungle safari and canoeing after breakfast. Then after lunch, we go on an elephant ride and enter the forest. We will see one-horned Rhinos, deer, foxes, and many other animals (If lucky, we may also see tigers). Then we return to the resort and have dinner.
Day 8: Chitwan National Park to Kathmandu
On the eighth day, we will return to Kathmandu after breakfast in a car. We will arrive in Kathmandu in five hours and have lunch. Then we visit the Thamel area, go shopping, and visit the old Kathmandu Durbar Square, a UNESCO world heritage site. Then we either have dinner and rest at the hotel in Kathmandu, or go to the airport to catch the flight.
Day 9: Departure
On this day, we bid farewell and you reach your destination.
Include
- Airport pickup and dropoff
- Guide with knowledge of Nepali, English, and Korean
- Travel permit for National Park
- All domestic travel costs
- Accommodations for all nights during the travel
- Breakfast, lunch, and dinners
- Vehicles and entry fees to all locations in Kathmandu
- All taxes included
Exclude
- Visa on arrival cost
- Travel Insurance
- Personal expenses (water, alcohol, other drinks and snacks)
- Tips for hotel staff
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