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We offer
treks
with different options,
each of
which
takes
you
through
the
beautiful
mid-hill
region
of
Gorkha
(maximum
altitude
is
approximately
3500 m).
These
treks
are
technically
easy,
however
strenuous.
Average
walking
time is
about 6
hours
per day.
Trip highlights
-
cultural touring of Kathmandu valley and historic hill town - Gorkha Bazzar,
-
trek
through
pristine
countryside
"off
the
beaten
path"
from
other
populated
tourist
routes,
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different community with different cultural groups ,
-
stay
with
the
local
family,
explore
typical
Nepali
village
life,
experience
typical
Nepali
food,
-
explore
community
development
activities
managed
by
the
communities,
-
excellent landscape, superb views of mountains,
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accommodation:
camping,
homestay
or
both
mixed,
All our
journey
begins
from
Nepal’s
capital
city
Kathmandu,
exploring
its
world
heritage
sites,
medieval
temples,
palaces,
stupas,
monasteries,
arts and
architectures,
markets
etc and
then you
will
drive to
Historic
town
Gorkha
where
you will
explore
old
historic
Gorkha
palace.
From
Gorkha,
you will
start
your
trek
passing
through
different
villages
with
different
cultures.
Among
them, in
one
village
we will
manage
home
stay
accommodation,
(if you
are
interested
we can
manage
homestay
in all
villages)
where
you will
be
welcomed
into the
community
and
invited
to stay
in one
of the
villages
home.
The
accommodation
is
simple
but
comfortable
with
good
bedding
as well
as clean
toilet
facilities.
The food
is
delicious
and you
will be
eating
your
meals
with the
family.
You will
be
entertainment
provided
by the
community, this
will be
in the
form of
traditional
Nepali
dancing
and
singing.
and
community
may ask
you to
join
them.
During
your
stay you
will be
able to
see and
feel
what it
is like
to live
the life
of a
Nepali
villager.
Walk
with
your
family
while
they go
about
their
daily
activities,
tending
animals,
tilling
the
fields,
going to
community
school
with the
children
etc. You
can have
look at
the
developments
that the
community
have
supported
and
funded,
the
community
school,
community
development
bank,
income
generating
activities
and
many
more.
At the
end of
your
stay,
you will
be
overwhelmed
by the
farewell
that
your new
family
will
give
you. If
you
never
come
this way
again
the
village
and its
people
will
remain
in your
heart
forever.
After
enjoying
the trek
You will
be given
farewell
dinner
with our
team.
You
feedback
and
suggestion
are very
important
for the
promotion
of
Community
Tourism
in the
Region.
We offer
community
treks
specialising
on the
following
areas
-
Glimpse
of
village
life
-
Nepali
culture
and
Himalayan
wilderness
-
Festival
Trek
(Tihar
festival)
-
Educational
Trek
-
Medical
Trek
(Health
camp)
-
Volunteering
Trek
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Detailed Itinerary : |
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Trip name: |
Glimpse of village Life, Mountain Views and More |
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Duration: |
13 days with 9 days trekking |
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Maximum altitude: |
2200m |
Note: Suggested itinerary should be taken as an example and on the basis of
this we can tailor to suit your exact needs and visions. Once you have
formulated your ideas, or if you require some advice, please
contact us, We will then provide
you with a full information together with our suggestions and recommendations
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Day 01: |
Welcome you at the airport in Kathmandu and transfers to the hotel. |
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Day 02: |
Sightseeing in Kathmandu valley: Sight seen in Kathmandu Valley to some of the world cultural heritage sites like Bhaktapur Durbar Square, Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa, Swayambhunath Stupa (the Monkey Temple) etc. Welcome dinner in the evening together with trekking team. |
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Day 03: |
Drive to Gorkha (4-5 hrs, 140k.m.), explore Gorkha Bazaar and ascend to the famous Gorkha Palace. Spend the night at hotel or tented camp. |
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Day 04: |
Trek to Chhoprak (900m, 4-5hrs): Descend to Daraundi valley. Cross the river and ascend to Chhoprak village. Accommodation is in tent or in the village homestay. |
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Day 05: |
Trek to Chipleti (1500 m, 5-6hrs): Once we reach the top, you may be rewarded by a breathtaking view of the Himalayas! Pass through several villages and thick forest along the ridge. It is an easy day walk to Chipleti Accommodation is in tent or in the village homestay. |
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Day 06: |
Trek to Sirandanda (2200m, 5-6hrs): Enjoy the close-up views of Himalayan Peaks (weather-permitting) during the whole day along the ridge in an easy walk to Sirandanda. Visit the Buddhist gompa (monastery) at Sirandada. Accommodation is in the tented camp. |
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Day 07: |
Trek to Lamidanda (1400m, 2-3hrs): Steep descent to Lamidanda, a typical Hindu Brahmin village. Community organizes the cultural Program in the evening. Accommodation is in the tent or in the village homestay. |
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Day 08: |
Explore the village activities and life style. Visit the Community managed activities ( i.e. Community School, Community Bank, or other activities). Village walk |
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Day 09: |
Trek to Bhirsing (1200m, 3-4hrs): From Lamidanda we follow a scenic trail to Batase. We have our cookout lunch close to the village school and continue to Bhirsing a Gurung settlement. While staying in this beautiful village, you will get another very special experience of Nepalese village life. Enjoy the evening with cultural program. Accommodation is in the tent or in the village homestay. |
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Day 10: |
Trek to Sailitar: (6-7hrs). Descent to the Chepe River. Cross the river. It is an easy day walk along the river side (alleviated by a quick swim). Enjoy river-side camping close to Sailitar |
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Day 11: |
Trek to Baisejangar (3-4 hrs.). and Drive back to Kathmandu. Continue walk in the valley. A great swimming hole is in the river! After crossing a plateau, we hit the road at Baisejangar after an ultimate short uphill climb Arrive at our Kathmandu hotel in the evening. |
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Day 12: |
Free day in Kathmandu :There are plenty of places to see and enjoy in Kathmandu |
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Day 13: |
Departure: Transfers you to the airport to say bye-bye and Pheri Bhetaunlaa |
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