SOAK UP MAGICAL NEPAL
WITH @ABIGAILHANNNAH
25th October - 3rd November 2024 for only $2,765 USD
Secure your spot with a $550 USD deposit
Meet @ABIGAILHANNNAH
Kia ora and namaste! I'm Abigail Hannah, your trip host, thrilled to have you here. If we haven't crossed paths before, I'm a content creator and small business owner with a background in urban planning. Born in New Zealand, I grew up in India until the age of 18, when I moved back to Auckland.
My mission has always been to inspire people to get outdoors and explore their own backyard. I absolutely love sharing the beauty of New Zealand with the world, a passion I channel through my photography, social media, and my top-rated podcast, Aotearoa Adventures.
Now meet Isaac, my husband and high school sweetheart. We met in India and Isaac lived in Nepal for 14 years, with his family still living in Kathmandu. His biggest flex is that he hiked to Everest Base Camp when he was five years old! Isaac’s childhood is made up of amazing memories exploring the beautiful Himalayan mountains and being immersed in Nepali culture.
Have you ever dreamed of exploring Nepal's stunning landscapes? Join us in 2024 for a magical journey to our home-away-from-home. We've crafted an enchanting itinerary filled with adventure, culture, and the joy of discovering this special country.
Secure your spot early, and get ready for an unforgettable experience. Isaac and I can't wait to share the beauty of Nepal with you. Come join us — you'll be in safe hands, and we'll have a lot of fun!
@AbigailHannnah
Itinerary: Welcome to Nepal
Day 1
Kathmandu
Day 2
Kathmandu
Day 3
Pokhara
Day 4
Ulleri
Day 5
Ghorepani
Day 6
Tadapani
Day 7
Ghandruk to Pokhara
Day 8
Chitwan National Park
Welcome to Nepal! On your arrival at the Kathmandu airport, your guide will meet you and transfer you to your hotel in the heart of Thamel, where you'll meet Isaac and Abigail and the rest of your the amazing crew. There's time to settle in, relax and maybe even start to explore Kathmandu!
Meals Included - Welcome Dinner
We'll start the day with a cultural tour of Kathmandu valley. Today you will be visiting some of the most popular cultural heritage sites which includes a visit to Pashupathinath Temple, beautiful Boudhanath Stupa (one of the most important Buddhist pilgrimage sites) and Patan Durbar Square - a beautiful UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Meals Included - Breakfast
Today we will be having an early start for the drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara. The early start will allow us to take the opportunity to stop and experience some of Nepal's world famous white water rafting on the way to Pokhara. After lunch we will continue on to Pokhara which is known for peaceful calm lakes, beautiful natural scenery and as a trekking gateway to the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri region with the magnificent Annapurna range just 27 km away to its north. You will have some well deserved down time to relax at the hotel and explore the cafes, shops and lakefront.
Meals Included - Breakfast
This morning we drive to Nayapul, eat a hearty breakfast and muster up our energy for our day trek to Ulleri (2073 m). We'll pass through charming hamlets and pass tea shops and guest houses as we follow the Burungdi stream up through the valley of Hile and Tikhedhunga. We'll trek through lush forests, terraced fields and witness awe inspiring mountain panoramas that surround us. That evening we feast like Kings and settle into our accommodation in Ulleri.
Meals Included - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Today the trail leads you to the Ghorepani, one of the most popular destinations of the Annapurna region situated at an altitude of 2856 meters. You will gently ascend up to
Banthanti through some oak and rhododendron forests - it's a rewarding and stunning trek that finishes in Nangeythanti. Lots of people finish the day with a chilled beer, overlooking the Annapurna Mountain Range - it's not a bad place to be.
Meals Included - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Start the day early with a morning climb up to Poon Hill (3210 metres) to see the panoramic views of Annapurna, Dhaulagiri and Lamjung ranges. The mesmerising sunrise view over the Himalayas is one you'll remember for the rest of your life. After experiencing the great views of the Himalayan panorama from Poon Hill, you will descend to Ghorepani. After breakfast you will continue the downhill trek to Tadapani (2625 meter), renowned for its biodiversity and natural beauty.
Meals Included - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
After breakfast in Tadapani you will begin your trek to Ghandruk, this is an easier journey than previous days so relax as you make your way downhill along these gentle slopes. You will first head to Bhise-Kharka and then continue along forested trails to Ghandruk (6,400 feet/1,950 m), where you will stop for lunch. This terraced mountain village is populated by one of Nepal's ethnic groups: the Gurung people. Explore the maze of village stairs that connect cafés, shops, and teahouses while admiring the peaks of Annapurna South, Himchhuli, and Machapuchare in the distance. After lunch, there will be free time to rest or you can visit the Gurung Museum and learn about traditional textiles and equipment used by the locals. For the rest of the afternoon you'll make an easy trek downhill to Kimche where a jeep will be waiting to transfer you to your hotel in Pokhara.
Meals Included - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
This will be an incredible day to simply observe the wonders that Nepal has to offer, for many it'll be a day like never experienced before. There will be the option to paraglide from Sarangkot in the morning which is simply one of the most unique places in the world to paraglide. We will finish the day in the Royal Chitwan National Park, one of Asia's best, and will stay in a jungle lodge.
Meals Included - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 9
Chitwan National Park
We change the pace a little today and adventure down the Rapti river in a canoe! We'll stop for a jungle walk, enjoy some bird watching and watch out for other wildlide that crosses our path on our way to Chitwan National Park, a World Heritage Site, nestled into the foothills of the Himalayas. Chitwan is home to single-horned Asiatic rhinoceros and Bengal tiger!
In the afternoon we embark on a half day jeep safari tour, you will get to see incredible wildlife in their natural habitat and your guide will educate you on the environment, the wildlife, conservation efforts and the challenges the National Park faces.
Meals Included - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 10
Fond farewells
Today we travel back to Kathmandu via a spectacular scenic flight! Once landed, we'll visit Bhaktapur, one of Nepal's most charming and well-preserved cities, located in Kathmandu valley. It is also known as Bhadgaon which means City of Devotees. The beautiful city of Bhaktapur is a living museum of Newari culture and architecture and also has the best-preserved palace courtyards and old city center in Nepal. It is rich in culture, temples, and wood, metal and stone artworks. This UNESCO Heritage-listed city is also considered as the city where tradition and modernization walk in synergy.
Of course, day ten is the last day of our tour, so we'll reflect on the journey we've taken together before journeying back to the airport - or going our own separate ways.
Meals Included - Breakfast & Farewell Dinner
What's included:
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All transport
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All accommodation
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Local guides
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Some meals (as per above)
What's not included:
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International flights
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Some food
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Any alcoholic drinks
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Visas and Travel Insurance