Arrive at Kathmandu Airport with the beautiful views of the valley, Himalaya and the terraced fields below. Meet & be greeted by Donkeys Adventures’ (DA) airport representative in the arrival section who will be holding the name card of the group leader. He / She will guide you through the initial cultural shock of Kathmandu narrow streets, cultures, people around and transfer to hotel. Then DA will organize to meet in a traditional Nepalese restaurant for a welcome dinner where we will have introduction to DA staffs who will be directly involve during your stay in Nepal. For the late night arrivals, we will either meet in the hotel lobby or during lunch the next day. Overnight in the hotel.  

Meals: D

After breakfast, drive to the golden spire of the 5th-century Swayambhunath Stupa which is adorned with a colorful fluttering of prayer flags; it crowns a hill overlooking the Kathmandu Valley and offers fantastic views over the city of Kathmandu. The stupa consists of a dome at the base which represent the entire world, above which is a cubical structure painted with eyes of Buddha looking in all four directions and between them, the number one in Nepali is painted in the fashion of a nose which meant to be unity. Swayambhunath is also known commonly as the Monkey Temple as there are holy monkeys living in the north-west parts of the temple. The Swayambhunath Stupa is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the holiest Buddhist sites in Nepal.

Then, drive to Patan Durbar Square one of the three royal cities in the Kathmandu Valley which has a rich cultural heritage known for its fine crafts, evident in the elaborate architecture, stone carvings, and metal statues found all over the city. A center of both Buddhist and Hindu culture, Patan is home to more than 1,200 monuments. One of the most stunning is the Krishna Mandir, a stone temple with magnificent friezes built in the 16th century. Patan Durbar Square is also a good place to see beautiful examples of palaces, temples and shrines, and the stunning stone carvings in the Sundari Courtyards. Nearby is the Patan Museum which displays the traditional sacred arts of Nepal in an illustrious architectural setting. Its home is an old residential court of Patan Durbar, one of the royal palaces of former Malla Kings of the Kathmandu Valley. Its gilded door and window face one of the most beautiful squares in the world. The Museum’s exhibits cover along span of Nepal’s cultural history and some rare objects are among its treasures. Their meaning and context within the living traditions of Hinduism and Buddhism are explained. The entire city of Patan was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979.

After lunch, drive to Pashupatinath which is one of the most significant Hindu Temple of Lord Shiva in the world, located on the banks of the Bagmati River in the eastern part of Kathmandu. Pashupatinath Temple is the oldest Hindu temple in Kathmandu its existence dates back to 400 B.C.  One of the major Festivals of the temple is Maha Shivaratri on which day over 800,000 devotees visit here. Open air cremation is done in the holy Bagmati River at Pashupatinath area. The temple is listed in UNESCO World Heritage Sites list. Drive back to hotel. Overnight in the hotel.

Meals: B

Early morning after breakfast, check-out from the hotel and drive towards Sauraha, Chitwan National Park – 180 Km from Kathmandu. We will stop on the way at Charaudi after 85 km where a crowd of friendly local people will be eagerly waiting to watch the proceedings. The Crew Prepares the rafts, after which all head towards the brief river safety talk and lessons on how to use paddles. Trishuli River (Grade III) includes the scenery of small gorges and numerous rapids as the name of Snail’s nose, Teendevi, Malekhu rapid, Monkey rapid, Upset, Surprise, Monsoon, Cotton Pony, Ladies Delight, S-Bend, Highway, Monsoon and Pinball Rapid. After the glimpse of the cable car leading to the famous Hindu Temple of Manakamana in Kuringhat, we will end our raft to have lunch and continue our drive to Chitwan. Upon arrival our representative will meet and transfer you to resort. On reaching resort, our guest relations officer will brief the guest to give some information about jungle activities and then Check-in at hotel. We will get ready for one of the following jungle activities either Elephant Back Safari or Nature Walk through jungle to observation tower or Dugout Canoe Ride in Rapti River or 2 hours Jeep Safari. 70% of the vegetation is sal tree where more than 700 species wildlife is accommodated, 19 species of snakes, 113 species of fishes and crocodile, 543 species of birds, 68 species of mammals including Bengal Tiger, clouded leopard, sloth bears, golden jackals, leopard cats, one horn rhinoceros, wild elephant, sambar deer, hog deer, four horned antelopes and langurs can be encountered at any time We will return passing through the Tharu Village also famous as Tharu Cultural Tour, along the River Side Sunset View and finally enjoy Tharu Stick Dance Show followed by dinner. Overnight in the hotel.

 Meals: B / L / D

We will enjoy our breakfast with beautiful birds crippling in the surrounding then check out from the hotel, we will still have some time if we have missed the jungle activities previous day or if we want to add some more Jungle activities as we will be driving further west for almost 3 hours and reach Lumbini – birth place of Lord Buddha.  En route we will pass by Shashwat Dham, a destination for all to attain spiritual strength, get exposed to the eternal knowledge passed over generations through saints and sages of Vedic times and experience the true nature of our inner being which is love and joy. We will further continue west and reach Ramagrama, the relic stupa of Lord Buddha which is the only undisturbed original stupa containing relics of Lord Buddha among the 4 parts. It was built in 6^th century and enlarged by being enveloped with bricks subsequently. The site includes adjacent monasteries.  We will continue our drive from there and finally reach Lumbini (150m) hotel and check-in. Overnight in the hotel. 

Meals: B

After breakfast explores Lumbini for a whole day, it is popular among Buddhist pilgrimage in Nepal. Lumbini (The birthplace of Gautam Buddha) is not only famous for Buddhist pilgrimage travelers alone but also popular for having views of the beautiful architecture namely of Maya Devi temple, Ashok stupa, Sacred Garden, Peace flame, Museum, Thailand Temple, Myanmar Temple, Chinese Temple, Wall Carvings, Buddha Stupa and Chinese Buddhism culture and other breathtaking places. Buddha is known as the light of Asia. Lumbini is listed in the World Heritage Monument List by UNESCO.  Lumbini is divided into a ratio of 1:3 which means it is 3 km long for every 1 km wide. In total its 2 km by 6 km. The holy site of Lumbini is bordered by a large monastic zone in which only monasteries can be built, no shops, hotels or restaurants. It is separated into an eastern and western monastic zone, the eastern having the Theravadin monasteries, the western having Mahayana and Vajrayana monasteries. The holy site of Lumbini has ruins of ancient monasteries, a sacred Bodhi tree, an ancient bathing pond, the Ashok pillar and the Maya Devi temple, where the precise place of birth of Buddha is located. From early morning to early evening, pilgrims from various countries perform chanting and meditation at the site. Overnight in the hotel.

Meals: B

After breakfast we will drive to Kande (1770m), first on Siddhartha Highway for almost 6 hours and then for an hour on Baglung Highway. From there we will begin our trek starting with slow upward trail inside the quite, lush green forest and then a bit steeper climb on the stone paved trail for an hour and half to reach the ridge of Australian Camp (2060m) through colorful rhododendron and other sub alpine flowers during spring. It is a clearing in the forest with lodge settlement where Australian used to camp in the early 60s during Annapurna summit. The place is scenic with magnificent view of Annapurna Range, Machhapuchre (Fishtail) to the north and head of Fewa lake with Pokhara valley on the north. Overnight in the lodge. 

Meals: B / L / D

After breakfast we will start our easy leveled trek through the rhododendron forest with some path paved with stone. Within half an hour we will reach a beautiful village of Pothana (2100m) where will pass through ACAP / TIMS check post and entry our permits. From there we will trek through another Jungle gradually upwards for almost 2 hours until Pitam Deurali (2100m). We will leave the Mardi Himal Trail on our right and take the left hand side trail on an easy level and some downhill trail through beautiful village of bhedi Kharka and reach Tolka (1700m), we will take a short break for lunch here. After lunch we will trek along the Modi Khola in an easy descend trail and soon cross the Tigu Khola over suspension bridge and pass through other small Gurung villages like Jugepani, Kumkum Ghoridanda within the rhododendron forest teeming with exotic birds and no sooner reach our final destination for today at Landruk (1565m), a small and beautiful Gurung village. Overnight in the lodge. 

Meals: B / L / D

After breakfast we will take an easy downhill steady trail through the shade of forest with the carpeted path with leaves where we listen birds singing and calling their mates. We will have occasional glimpses of Annapurna South and Machhapuchre through the forest, soon it will lead to terrace farming landscape probably of millet in the Chuile village (2309m) and get exposed to the sun, from where we will ascend to cross the suspension bridge of Kimrong Khola. After crossing the river, we will climb up on a stone step towards Ghurnung (2060m), have our lunch there and then take a level trail all the way to Taulung (2180m). From there we will meet more trekkers as this will be the only way to and from Annapurna Base Camp, the trail starts with steep ascend to reach the beautiful Gurung village of Chhomrong (2170m), a hamlet just above the Chhomrong khola. We will also have a view of narrow gorge and the train for the next day. Overnight in the lodge.

Meals: B / L / D

After breakfast we will begin our trek and take a descent stone steps towards Chhomrong Khola. After crossing the river, the trail climbs steeply again on stone steps and brings you to the hamlet of Tilche village. After few more steps we will ascend to the charming village of Sinuwa (2360m) from where we can view the Ghandruk village and the Annapurna. Thereafter the mud trail climbs gradually towards upper Modi Khola Valley through dense forests of cane, rhododendron and oak. You will get good views of Machhapuchhare and Annapurna III from the viewpoint. Than half an hour descent on stone steps will take you to Bamboo (2310m). All this while you are walking through dense forest. The Modi Khola flows alongside but you can only hear it. As you approach Bamboo you feel yourself getting closer to the source of the sound of this running river. We will further ascent stone steep staircase and gradually cross two wooden bridge and reach Dovan (2520m) village. This stretch is one of the most beautiful walks of the trek. The forest is dense and the climb is not too strenuous. Only the tip of Machhapuchhare is visible from Dovan. Overnight in the lodge.

Meals: B / L / D

After breakfast, we will join the trail again which winds slowly up again and soon after crossing the wooden bridge we will continue ascending. The path is a mix of short stretches of steep and gradual ascents. After few minutes of climbing brings you to a point where the trail opens up to the Modi Khola. Machhapuchhare becomes visible again here. At this point we will be in Himalaya (2920m) village. From here, as the altitude increases, terrain starts to shift from dense forest to alpine boulder with scrub and grasses. We will climb up steadily for an hour to reach an overhanging rock called Hinku Cave (3170m). We will slowly descend and reach two big snow patches, from there we will climb for about 20 minutes and reach Deurali (3200m). Overnight in the lodge.

Meals: B / L / D

The trail opens up to the valley with Modi Khola thundering past next to you. We will see Machapuchare and Gangapurna in the distance. We will keep walking ahead till we reach descending stone steps leading to Bagar in about 40 minutes. Continue past the abandoned lodges here and climb steadily up from for about 1 hour. We will reach a bridge and cross Modi Khola. Machhapuchre Base Camp (3700m) is 20-30 minutes from here, up steep steps. Soak in the magnificent views of Machapuchare (6993m) in front and Annapurna South (7219m), & Annapurna I (8093m) to your left. The terrain on this stretch is marked with small snow bridges that need to be crossed. You are also entering grasslands, marked with few Daphne trees. Small flowering plants adorn the trail with their colors. The mountains on either side are rocky. Small waterfalls flow from either side into Modi Khola. This is also marked as an avalanche prone area. After lunch at MBC we will climb up again for almost 2 hour and reach Annapurna Base Camp (4130m), our ultimate goal of this trek. We also call it as summit day. We also can do the summit next day early in the mooring with wonderful sunrise. Overnight in the lodge.

Meals: B / L / D

A pre-dawn wakeup calls promises unforgettable views and photo opportunities from the rim of the glacier. The board will have declared that we are at ABC (4130m). The view 360 degrees will be only mountains. A circle of peaks from Hiunchuli, past Annapurna South to the vast ice wall topped by Annapurna I and Khangsar Kang towering above you round, to Gangapurna, Annapurna III and Machhapuchhare. Below, in its U-shaped valley the glacier grinds relentlessly. After breakfast, retrace your steps slowly down all the way to Bamboo (2310m) for a more comfortable night. Perhaps this will be the longest day of the trek but will be downhill trail. Overnight in the lodge.

Meals: B / L / D  

After breakfast with the lovely view we will begin our trek tracing back all the way down to Chhomrong khola suspension bridge, passing by the village of Kuldhigar (2540m), and Sinuwa (2360m). We will climb to reach beautiful village of Chhomrong (2170m). From there we will take steep tail to Taulung (2180m) and further descend to Jhinudanda (1780m). We will reach early in the lodge of Jhinudanda as we will take a short steep hike to Hot Spring Water to clean ourselves which is enrich of medical value too. We will hike back to the lodge. Overnight in the lodge.

Meals: B / L / D

Today will be our last day in the trek and so after breakfast we will do our final packing of the trek and begin to descend in an easy trail towards New Bridge (1340m). We will further descend along the Modi River to reach Siwai where our jeep will be waiting for us. We will drive for an hour and half on the dirt road and catch the Baglung highway at Nayapul (1070m) to reach Pokhara (825m) on an easy drive. Overnight in the hotel.

Meals: B / L

Wake up early in the morning around 4:00 am and get ready to drive 5 km away and hike for half an hour to Sarangkot Hill (1592m). Within a moment we will have great view of Pokhara Valley.  Sarangkot is the small hilltop which is famous for its breath taking view of sunrise and Annapurna range with Fishtail (Virgin Mountain). From here, we can see a panoramic sweep of Himalayan peaks, from Dhaulagiri (8167m) in the west to the perfect pyramid that is Machhapuchare (6997m) and the rounded peak of Annapurna II (7937m) in the east. Most people come here at dawn, when the sun picks out the peaks in brilliant colors. Sarangkot is the highest view point for a sunrise and it is just 1592m high. Drive back to hotel.

After breakfast, we will take a wooden boat and visit island temple Barahi Temple which is island itself in the middle of Fewa Lake. This temple is the most important religious monuments in Pokhara. The Barahi Devi is considered as the protector Goddess representing the female force. The peaceful surrounding or typical structure of the temple does attract everyone towards the temple. The temple is worth visiting for both spiritualist and materialist. One can observe the Nepali culture, art and architecture and spiritualist can satisfy their inner feeling and belief praying to Devi.

From there we will cross the lake and hike for an hour and half to World Peace Pagoda which is also locally know as Shanti Stupa. It was built by Nipponzan-Myōhōji monk Morioka Sonin with local supporters under the guidance of Nichidatsu Fujii, a Buddhist monk and the founder of Nipponzan-Myōhōji. Shanti is a Sanskrit word meaning peace, also widely used in Nepali and Hindi language, and Shanti Stupa means Peace Pagoda. Shanti Stupa is the shrine build as symbol of peace. The spot situated at the height of 1100 meters on the Ananda Hill was chosen by Nichidatsu Fujii and he laid the foundation stone as well with the relics of Buddha on the hilltop on 12 September 1973. Nepal has two of the eighty peace pagodas in the world: Shanti Stupa in Lumbini, the birthplace of Buddha and Shanti Stupa in Pokhara. Shanti Stupa in Pokhara has also become a tourist attraction. It provides a panoramic view of the Annapurna range, Pokhara city and the Fewa Lake.

After Lunch, we will drive to David’s Fall also known as Patale Chango in Nepali. Patale Chango (Hell's fall), more commonly called "Devi's or David's Falls" for the tourist with some melodramatic story behind it. The water from this falls comes from the Fewa Lake flowing to the Seti. The water plunges into a hole and disappears! In monsoon this sight is most spectacular. The scenic and natural beauty near the falls is extremely impressive.

Nearby, across the street of Davi’s fall is a cave called Gupteshwor Cave. This venerated cave contains a huge stalagmite worshipped as a Shiva lingam. It allows you to clamber through a tunnel behind the shrine, emerging in a damp cavern adjacent to the thundering waters of Devi’s fall. It has some big hall-size rooms and some passages where you have to crawl on all fours. This cave holds special value for Hindus since a phallic symbol of Lord Shiva is preserved here in the condition it was discovered.

Than we will drive to International Mountain Museum which was established to record document and chronicle, past and present development of mountaineering activities in the world in general and to preserve the saga of the momentous feats in the history of mountaineering in the Himalayan peaks in particular. The foundation stone of IMM was laid on 1 Dec, 1995. The soft opening of IMM took place on 29 May, 2002 where it was officially opened on 5 Feb, 2004. Drive back to hotel and overnight in the hotel.

Meals: B

After breakfast check out from the hotel and get ready to drive back to Kathmandu. Check in in the hotel get fresh and hang around the narrow bending streets of Thamel for shopping, night life and spend some leisure time in dining around the touristic place near by your hotel.

Meals: B

After breakfast, we will drive to Boudhanath Stupa, which is the largest stupa in Nepal and the holiest Tibetan Buddhist temple outside Tibet. The stupa is located in the town of Boudha, located about 11 km from the center and northeastern outskirts of Boudhanath is a stupa.  Boudhanath was probably built in the 14th century after the Mughal invasions; various interesting legends are told regarding the reasons for its construction. After the arrival of thousands of Tibetans following the 1959 Chinese invasion, the temple has become one of the most important centers of Tibetan Buddhism. It was declared World Heritage Site by UNESCO since 1979. The Stupa is said to entomb the remains of Kassapa Buddha.

From above, Bodnath Stupa looks like a giant mandala, or diagram of the Buddhist cosmos. There are other symbolic numbers here as well: the nine levels of Boudhanath Stupa represent the mythical Mt. Meru, center of the cosmos; and the 13 rings from the base to the pinnacle symbolize the path to enlightenment, or "Bodhi" — hence the stupa's name. At the bottom, the stupa is surrounded by an irregular 16-sided wall, with frescoes in the niches. The mantra of Avalokiteshvara - Om Mani Padme Hum - is carved on the prayer wheels beside the images of Avalokiteshvara around the base of the stupa. The base of the stupa consists of three large platforms, decreasing in size. As at Swayambhunath, Bodnath is topped with a square tower bearing the omnipresent Buddha eyes on all four sides. Instead of a nose is a question-mark-type symbol that is actually the Nepali character for the number 1, symbolizing unity and the one way to reach enlightenment—through the Buddha's teachings. Above this is the third eye, symbolizing the wisdom of the Buddha. The square tower is topped by a pyramid with 13 steps, representing the ladder to enlightenment.

Than we will drive 14 km east of Kathmandu and explore the Bhaktapur Valley.  The valley is said to be founded by King Ananda Deva in 889 AD. It is an inhabited museum of medieval charm as it retains past glories and structures of the Malla rulers. Throughout the city there are glorious examples of temples and pagodas dedicated to gods and goddesses plus palaces, monuments, woodcarvings, sculptures and pottery. The central area and main attraction is Bhaktapur Durbar Square featuring The Lion Gate (1696 A.D.) guarded by two enormous stone lions. Then, visit to The Golden Gate, also said to be the most beautiful and richly crafted specimen of its kind in the entire world; some have said it's the loveliest work of art in the whole Kingdom. The Palace of Fifty-five Windows built in 1427 of brick displays a balcony containing fifty-five windows, each a masterpiece of woodcarving. An amazing five-storied pagoda, Nyatapola Temple built in 1702, 108 ft., dominates the Square. It is the tallest temple in Kathmandu Valley and stands on a series of five terraces. Likewise, visit another two temples in Durbar Square:  the three-storied Bhairab Nath Temple and the Temple of Dattatraya. Dattatraya temple is believed, originally was carved out of the trunk of a tree and subsequently renovated in 1458. Many temples, bahals (monastery courtyards), and residences, the city is still a living proof of the highest craft standards in this part of the world. As the visitor wanders through narrow brick paved streets, many alleys will show hidden shrines and statues. Clay craftsmanship as well as cloth weaving is still practiced here very much as in the past. Fourteen kilometers east of Kathmandu, this peaceful, conservative town stands in sharp contrast to the bustle of its two adjacent cities.

After lunch, we will drive back to Kathmandu Durbar Square, while browse around Kathmandu Durbar Square you will visit Hanuman Dhoka, the old and historic palace of Kathmandu named after monkey God, Hanuman, a historic seat of royalty. The Kings of Nepal are crowned and their coronations also held inside the court yard here. There is a statue of King Pratap Mall sitting on the stone pillar in the front and temple of Jagannath from mediaeval period. Within the walking distance you will find the tall temple of Taleju from 1549 AD, the large stone statue of Kal Bhairav, the God of destruction. The Big Bell and Big Drum and Hindu Lord Shiva and his consort Parvati peeping from window. Visit the temple of Kumari, the residence of Living Goddess within the vicinity. Kumari means the virgin girl. The girl is selected from Newar Buddhist family. The building has profusely carved wooden balconies and window screen.

Meals: B

Today will be the last day of our Nepal visit and we will spend today packing and maybe catching up on some last-minute souvenir shopping for your family, relatives and friends back home. Check out from the hotel. Meet DA airport representative for farewell and then drop to Airport for onward journey, with the last minute mountain views from the sky.

Meals: B