Khopra Danda Trek

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness. Day 01: Kathmandu Arrival (1300m/4264ft). One of the representative from Himalayan Sanctuary Adventure will be waiting you outside the international terminal gate holding your name and transfer you to the hotel.. Day 02: Kathmandu Sightseeing( Breakfast Included). Full-day Sightseeing of Kathmandu Vally . After breakfast in the morning you will be Proceed for Sightseeing place as given below. 1. Boudhanath Stupa , Lies about 6 kms to the east of downtown Kathmandu and is the largest stupa in the valley. It looms 36 meters high and presents one of the most fascinating specimens of stupa design. Buddhanath is also known as Khasti, or dew drops, after an account that builders had to use dew to mix the mortar as Kathmandu was suffering from a severe drought during the construction of Bouddhanath. 2. Pasupatinath Temple , Pashupatinath is one of the most sacred Hindu shrines in the world and lies 5 kms east of the city center. The richly-ornamented pagoda houses the sacred Linga, or phallic symbol, of Lord Shiva. Chronicles indicate the temple’s existence prior to 400 AD. Devotees can be seen taking ritual dips in the holy Bagmati River flowing beside the temple 3. patan Darbar Square , Patan Durbar Square is an enchanting combination of palace buildings, artistic courtyards and graceful pagoda temples. The former royal palace complex is the center of Patan’s religious and social life, and houses a museum containing an array of bronze statues and religious objects. One remarkable monument here is a 17th-century temple dedicated to the Hindu god Krishna, built entirely of stone 4. Swayambhunath Stupa , The Monkey Temple (World Heritage Site) Watches over the valley from the top of a hillock on its western side. The huge stupa is one of the holiest Buddhists sites in Nepal and its establishment is linked to the creation of the Kathmandu Valley out of a primordial lake. Swayambhu is also known as Samhengu and the Monkey temple because of the countless monkeys living in the premises. Day 03 : Drive to Pokhara ( 900 mtr). Our trekking staff will pick you up at the hotel at around 6:30 am and escort you to the tourist bus station. The bus to Pokhara leaves at around 7:00 am. Pokhara is also known for its panoramic views of Annapurna and Machapuchare (shape of fish tail) in the north, Dhaulagiri in the west and Lamjung Himal and Manaslu in the east. It is smaller and much less hectic than Kathmandu, hence providing the perfect starting point for our trek. Overnight at a hotel. Breakfast included.. Day 04 : Drive to Nayapul (1,010 m) and Trek to Tikhedunga (1,570 m) – 4 hours. We begin our trek at Nayapul after a hour drive on a private vehicle from Pokhara. After a short 15-minute walk along the banks of the Modi Khola, we reach Birethanti (1,015 m), a large village with many shops and teahouses. From there, the trail continues through the village and follows the north bank of the Bhurungdi Khola. The trail climbs steadily up the side of the valley to Hille at 1,495 m. After a short climb, we reach Tikhedhunga at 1,570 m. Today’s walk is relatively short and easy, a prelude to the trekking experience in the Annapurna region. Included meals : Breakfast ,Lunch ,Dinner. Day 05 : Trek to Ghorepani (2,840 m) – 5 hours . We move on towards the steep climb to Ulleri, a large Magar village at an altitude of 2,070 m. The trail ascends more gently from this point, through fine forests of oak and rhododendrons, towards Banthanti at 2,250 m. Then we trek towards Nangethanti at 2,460 m. After an hour walk we arrive at Ghorepani (2,840 m). Included meals : Breakfast ,Lunch ,Dinner. Day 06 : Ghorepani to Tadapani (2,700m/8,860ft) with a visit to Poon Hill (3,210m/10,529ft): 6 – 7 hours. We get up early in the morning to reach Poon Hill just in time to see the sunrise over the Himalayas. Poon Hill is the most popular destination to enjoy close up views of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges and enjoy the sunrise from these majestic mountains. From Poon Hill, we also get incredible views of Mustang, Pokhara and more than 20 of the highest mountains. After enjoying a cup of coffee, we trek back to Ghorepani. We have breakfast here then walk towards the east and climb a ridge. Included meals: Breakfast ,Lunch ,Dinner. Day 07: Tadapani (2675m.8,630 ft) – Bayeli Kharka (3450m/11318 ft) 5 hours.. From Tadapani we walk the first and half hours through the forest of rhododendrons and Primula.then after 4 hours of gradual climb we reach above the timberline with amazing views of the Annapurna .we will stop for lunch my a streams and continue through the through open countryside to reach a small pass from here the trail descends through rhododendron to a clearing known as Bayli Kharka, and the lodge.From the village, we can enjoy superb views of Mt. Dhaulagiri,. Day 08: Bayli Kharka (3450m.) – Khopra Danda (Ridge) (3660m/11811 ft) 5 hours.. From Bayli Kharka we will descend through forests to reach the pastures of Chistibang . From Chistibang we trek for around 2 hours to ascend above the timberlines to reach the ridge at Kopra,You might get to see Himalayan tahr and Danfe pheasant on the way.On top we will see amazing views on all sides of Dhaulagiri, Damphus Peak, Tukuche Peak,Nilgiri, Annapurna 1, Annapurna South and deep down Sikha. Overnight at lodge. Included meals :Breakfast,Lunch,Breakfst. Day 09: Khopra Danda (3660m.) – Swanta (2214m/7874m) 4-5 hours.. From Khopra Ridge we can walk to Khayar Lake at 4600m which will take around 5 hours we'll take a steep trail on the ridge with stone steps with a gorgeous view of nature. After visiting the lake we will come back down to Khopra. For those who don't want to visit the lake we will trek down a trail to reach the nice little village Swanta ,with incredibly friendly people, it is also also the community cheese factory. where not many other tourists come. You can explore the place as well as taste cheese. Overnight at lodge. Included meals :Breakfast ,Lunch,Dinner. Day 10: Trek from Swanta - Baili Kharka (3450m.) 6 hours.. Day 11: Trek from Baili Kharka - Ghandruk (6-8 hours).. Day 12 : Trek to Naya Pul then drive to Pokhara: 5 hours trek, 1 hour drive. We leave Jhinu Danda and enjoy the beautiful hill landscape of western Nepal on our way to Naya Pul. We have lunch on the way and drive back to Pokhara .Overnight in Pokhara. Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch. Day 13 : Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu. We will be driving back to Kathmandu in the morning.We will take you for a cultural dinner in the evening as a successful completion of Nepal trip .Overnight in Kathmandu.. Day 14: Departure Day. Our Driver will transfer you to the International Airport to connect the international flight.