Welcome to Kathmandu, Nepal. Upon arrival at the airport, clear all the immigration formalities and outside the airport, our team members will be waiting outside with the Placard. You will then be transferred to the hotel.

Remaining day at leisure or stroll around the area. 

Overnight at Hotel in Kathmandu (-/-/-)

Breakfast at the hotel. Today we will visit some of the UNESCO heritage sites along with some last minutes of trekking shopping.

First, visit the Pashupatinath. The magnificent Pashupatinath temple with its astonishing architectural beauty is situated on the bank of the sacred Bagmati River. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Pashupatinath is also Nepal’s most renowned Hindu cremation site.

Then we will visit Swayambunath. Swayambunath a UNESCO WORLD Heritage Site is an ancient stupa is the most sacred Buddhist shrine of Nepal and is also known as a Self-Created stupa. The stupa lies in the heart of the valley above a hill.

Later visit Kathmandu Durbar Square. Kathmandu, the largest city of Nepal is the political as well as the cultural capital of the country. Kathmandu is blessed by a living goddess. The Kumari Devi is the most important of several living goddesses in Nepal. Walk across the Ason Bazaar exploring the spices and vegetable market all the way to Thamel a buzzing, visitor-friendly area. 

Also, Thamel is the ultimate place for trekkers to buy all the trekking stuff, ranging from local to an international brand, once can buy or rent trekking items as needed.  

Note: The Museum is under the restoration process.

Later drive back to the hotel.

Overnight at the hotels in Kathmandu (B/-/-)

After breakfast, we will drive to Pokhara. Enjoy the 5.5 hrs. drive along the Trishuli river. 

Upon arrival in Pokhara, we will check in to the hotel, where the remaining day will be at leisure.

Overnight hotels in Pokhara (B/-/-)

Breakfast at the hotel. Today you are transferred to the starting point of the trek, Darbang village. The drive takes you through the winding road and to the Beni bazaar, from where the ride takes you to a bit off-road path. 

Upon arrival at Darbang village, commence the trek by crossing the suspension bridge. Then start ascending to reach Dharapani. Dharapani is a village mixed with Chhetri and Gurung communities. On clear weather, witness the first glimpse of Dhaulagiri.

NOTE: From Day 4 to Day 17, the accommodation will be on a tented camp with basic and limited facilities.

Overnight at Tented Camp (B/L/D)

We start the trek by walking past the Takum and Sidang village. Enjoy the path as you walk across traditional villages with terraced farms and a backdrop view of the Himalayas like Gurja Himal and Puta Hiunchuli. Once you cross Dhara Khola, continue your path to Muri.

Overnight at Tented Camp (B/L/D)

Continue your trek by descending to cross Muri Khola. As you walk past the bamboo stands and a few farmhouses start ascending. You will come across some steep path before reaching Boghara village, where we will camp near the primary school.

Overnight at Tented Camp (B/L/D)

From Boghara onwards, we begin our trail trekking along the bank of Myagdi Khola for a few days. We walk past gentle up and downhills and through the lush sub-tropical forest. You will come across several bees’ hives nestling above the cliffs. Villagers come to collect the honey during the season.

After lunch at Lipshe, we continue walking through the jungle. As the forest starts clearing out, you will reach Dobang. 

NOTE: 

From Boghara to Sallighari camp, the valley receives a high level of precipitation due to its north-to-south orientation. So expect to get some rain in the afternoons. However, it usually clears off in the evening. Because of the climatic condition, the area abodes to a lush sub-tropical forest hence, make sure as you walk along the slippery path.

Overnight at Tented Camp (B/L/D

We continue our journey by carefully trekking past the dense forest. Before reaching our camp, Sallaghari, we cross over to the east bank of Myagdi Khola.  

Overnight at Tented Camp (B/L/D)

Today you walk through the forest of pine trees, rhododendron, and birch. As you start to ascend, you will find yourself walking along the forest of heather, juniper, and azaleas and further to the grassy area where Italian Base Camp is situated. From Italian Base Camp, you will witness the west face of Dhaulagiri and Tsaurabong Peak on the other side of the valley.

Overnight at Tented Camp (B/L/D)

As the altitude starts to attain, you will need to acclimatize your body. Hence, we will stay an additional night in the Italian Base Camp. Explore the area and spend some relaxing time to regain your energy for an upcoming trek.

Overnight at Tented Camp (B/L/D)

Today we start by descending on a steep moraine to cross the glacier. We then traverse along the moraine on the left side of the Chonbarden gorge and hike through loose rocks in the narrow Chonbarden gorge. Advance further on the glacier to reach Glacier camp. 

Due to climate change, the Chonbarden glacier has started to melt into a fast-flowing stream.

Overnight at Tented Camp (B/L/D)

Today prepare yourself by acclimatizing to make it to Dhaulagiri Base Camp. 

Indulge on a hike, approx 4 hrs, up to glacier towards Base Camp to a large moraine ridge where you will get a glimpse of Tukuche and the icefall on Dhaulagiri. Later we return back to the camp where the remaining day will be at leisure.

Overnight at Tented Camp (B/L/D)

As we make our way to Dhauligiri Base Camp, the trail starts with a rough path along the moraine-covered glacier. From the Base Camp, witness the breathtaking view of Dhaulagiri I, Tukuche Peak, and Little Eiger. Further to the west lies Dhaulagiri II (7,751m) and IV (7,618m). During the climbing season, popularly spring season, you will come across expedition’s team camping at the Base Camp.

Overnight at Tented Camp (B/L/D)

Today, we acclimatize to adjust our body at a high altitude which is crucial for camping at Hidden Valley at 5,000 m. You spend your day at leisure or exploring places around. 

You can also take a small training session with the tour leader to learn some mountaineering skills and get familiar with using ice axes and crampons which is required in crossing the pass to Jomsom.

Overnight at Tented Camp (B/L/D)

We start our day early by walking along the moraine strip. We then head over to the left left-hand side of the Upper Chonbarden glacier and trace a lateral moraine ridge towards French Pass. As you reach the pass, witness the view of the valley to Dhaulagiri I and Tukuche Peak. 

We continue our trek to reach the burial mound on the ridge to start our final ascent to the French Col marked by Buddhist prayer flags and cairns. From the pass, you can witness the astonishing views of Sita Chuchura, Mukut Himal, Tashi Kang, Tukuche Peak, and Dhaulagiri I. We then start to descent into the Hidden Valley on a snow slope. 

Due to the effect of the Dhaulagiri massif, Hidden Valley lies in the rain shadow area having sparse vegetation of isolated patches of moss and grass.

Overnight at Tented Camp (B/L/D)

Today we explore the Hidden Valley. One of the best options is to hike up to the ridge on the North-Western side of the valley. You can have an incredible view of the Himalayan range that includes Dhaulagiri, Nilgiris, and Annapurnas.

Overnight at Tented Camp (B/L/D)

Today we start the most challenging trail of the trek. Start early by ascending on a moderate snow slope to reach Dhampus pass (5,240 m). As you arrive at the Pass, you can see Tukuche Peak. Continue your trek descending downhill. Depending on the ice and snow condition, crampons might be necessary to use. 

We continue trekking along the snowy and rocky terrain with the magnificent view of Nilgiri and the western end of the Annapurna Massif, motivating us to reach our destination. We arrive at Alu Bari once we trek along a steep slope from a large cairn.

Overnight at Tented Camp (B/L/D)

Your last day of the trek will lead you to Marpha Village after walking on a long descent. Explore the whitewashed houses, with paved streets and Buddhist monastery. Marpha is famous for its apple orchards. Make sure that you stop by a local lodge to taste the apple juice. We then continue our walk on an easy trail to Jomsom. Here enjoy a hot shower and share the last meal with your crew members together.

After breakfast, drive back to Pokhara.

Upon arrival, check in to the hotels where the remaining day will be leisure. 

Overnight at Hotels in Pokhara (B/-/-)

After breakfast, we will drive back to Kathmandu.

Upon arrival, check in to the hotel, where the remaining day is at leisure. 

Overnight at Hotels in Kathmandu (B/-/-)

Breakfast at the hotel.

Depending on the flight schedule, you will be transferred to the airport for your final departure. 

NOTE: 

The reporting time at the airport is 3 hrs. prior to the departure.

Most of the hotel’s check-in time is after 2 PM and check-out time is before 12 noon.