YANTRA TOURS & TRAVELS

DETAIL ITINERARY DAY 01: Arrival in Kathmandu: Arrival in Kathmandu the capital city of Nepal (1350M), meeting at the airport, and transfer to hotel. After a short test, you will be escorted on a day tour to Svayambhunath Stupa located on the top of the hill. The shrine is over 2000 years old and considered as one of the ancient Buddhist monuments enlisted in the UNESCO world heritage sites. In the evening we will join dinner in a traditional Nepali restaurant with live dance and music. Overnight in a Hotel. DAY 02: Kathmandu Sightseeing: We began our day tour from an ancient cave named “Asuri Gufa” (Cave) located on a cliff of mountains about 20 kilometers from the center the cave holds historical importance, as a Tantric Master “Guru Padmasambhava” in the 7th century meditated here, and it is believed that he initiated his first visit to Lhasa from here eventually he brought Buddhism to Tibet. We drive back to Patan “The city of fine art” this medieval town is one of the most beautiful places in terms of art and architecture. Most of the preserved monuments are built in Nepali-style architecture, also enlisted in UNESCO world heritage sites. We will then visit “Baudhanath Stupa” built around 5 AD nicknamed “Little Tibet” which has many ancient legends from Tibet and Nepal says that this stupa was built by “Guru Padmasambhava” in his previous form of life. It is why this stupa is so very important for Tibetans living in or outside Nepal. You stay overnight in a hotel. DAY 03: Drive to Pokhara: Pokhara is situated at an elevation of 710 meters above sea level and about 200 kilometers northwest of Kathmandu valley. The road that leads to Pokhara is through many twists and bents, of the mountains. On arrival, you will check in to the hotel and after a short break go for a boat ride in Fewa Lake. During winter when the sky is clear the Annapurna range mountain reflects on the lake, with a spectacular view. We spend about one hour on the boat and the rest of the time you can spend in Lake Side Street. You stay overnight in a hotel. DAY 04: Fly to Jomsom - Altitude 2,743 m (8,999 ft): Early flight to Jomsom which is about 30 minutes on air, we arrive in Jomsom and have a cup of hot tea and walk to Marpha via a small and beautiful village typically built with flat Tibetan styled roof, we pass through village upwards to Dhumba lake a small lake with crystal clear water also holds religious importance among the locals. We walk further upwards to an old monastery built around 10th AD located on the top of the cliff mountain. From here we ascend almost to the Kaligandaki Riverbank and once we cross the river head further right to Marpha. Marpha is one of the most amazing towns in the region offers a pleasant stay. We spend time here exploring the monastery, and other places. We stay overnight in a guest house. DAY 05: Drive from Marpha to Muktinath (Altitude 3800m): Early in the morning just after having breakfast, we drive to Muktinath passing Jomsom and Kagbeni. Muktinath (3800M.) is located on the foot of the Himalayas, just below the Thorung-La pass 5416M. We will visit a temple dedicated to the Hindu god Vishnu, another most famous temple in Nepal. Many myths and legends about this temple are found in ancient Hindu literature such as Vedas and Upanishads. The 108 holy spouts around the temple are said to be so blissful that taking bath in it can eliminate the sins of all previous lives. We descend from here gradually through “Jharkot”, an old monastery in town that is the main attraction of this village. Once we left Jharkot we are heading to Kagbeni on the way we can see ruins of abandoned caves on the mountain cliffs once used by distance travelers more than two thousand years ago. These caves are built on the riverside cliffs and some of these caves still contain evidence of previous life and hardship in the form of Archeological Artifacts. About two hours walk to Kagbeni where we are about to spend the night but before that, we will have Lunch and an easy walk-through village, we will also visit Monastery here. You stay overnight in a lodge. DAY 6: Kagbeni to Jomsom: (Altitude 2170m). 4-5 hours Breakfast in the guest house and we move slowly to Jomsom through Kaligandaki River. Once we get to Jomsom we check in to the hotel, and after some rest, we will visit the mountain museum and spend the rest of the time exploring the town. Overnight in a hotel. DAY 07: Fly back to Pokhara: Early flight to Pokhara, on arrival in Pokhara we will continue our sightseeing in the city, evening we will spend in the lakeside street. You stay overnight in a hotel. DAY 08: Sarankot hikes and drive to Kathmandu: Early hike to Sarankot for the sunrise from the viewpoint on an elevation of 1510 M. a majestic sunrise and breathtaking view of Annapurna range Himalaya. Getting back to the hotel is easy. We have our breakfast and move slowly to Kathmandu for another five hours to get back to Kathmandu valley. On arrival check in to the hotel. The rest of the evening is free for last minutes shopping in Thamel. Overnight in a hotel. DAY 09: Mountain flight (Optional) fly home: You can choose to fly on a plane to catch up with Everest and other high Himalayas on the eastern Himalayan ranges. The flight is about an hour-long takes off from the domestic airport in the valley. Check out your hotel at Noon, transfer to the airport and fly out from Nepal.

PRE-TRIP ESSENTIALS: HEALTH: Visit Nepal does not require special vaccination; however, we recommend consulting with the attending physician and to stock up with necessary drugs before you depart Medical services in Nepal are limited in mountainous areas. If you wear glasses, it is better to have at itself spare couple. MOUNTAIN SICKNESS: Any person traveling above 2500m can get easy symptoms of a mountain illness. The first signs are headache, increased fatigue, sleeplessness, appetite loss, liquid loss by an organism, and puffiness. At the emergence of such signs, it is necessary to remain at this height before full acclimatization of an organism. It is necessary to use from 2nd to 4 liters of liquid a day. If symptoms don't pass and the state worsens, it is necessary to go down immediately. Sometimes even 300m can play a crucial role. Planning the travel, leave spare days on acclimatization at height 3700m and 4300m. After 4000m try not to rise more than 500m in one day. You can inadequately estimate the condition therefore always follow the advice of the accompanying guide or locals. WEATHER: Weather conditions on the mountain are unpredictable. It might be sunny during the day and cold as well as windy at night, especially at the high altitudes. Sudden rainstorms or snow flurries are always a possibility. Better be prepared! PACKING: Choosing the right clothing for your trip is very important. You always want to pack everything, but that could make a hassle. Keep in mind that in almost every mountain region in Nepal the days are warm and nights are cool. Usually, we recommend people bring a warm jacket either fleece or down, long underwear, and worm shocks. Pair of pants and comfortable boots for the long day while sports shoes/sandals for hiking or during the less active period. The boots are another important factor while on trek make sure that they are waterproof. The basic principle of packing is comfort not luxury. In Kathmandu and Pokhara you can get any necessary gear at a very comfortable price. But if you just enquire before you start packing things we provide you better advice depending upon present weather conditions. Do not pack unnecessary things like hairdryers, lots of and lots of cosmetics, and electronics, while a battery power bank (Backup) for your mobile phone, iPod is recommended. Another important factor is that the porter/support you hire for the trip has a certain limitation of how much weight he will carry on his back. THINGS THAT YOU BEAR: Baggage, backpack you give to a porter shouldn't exceed 15 kg. Your small backpack for day transitions has to be designed for the most necessary way: the camera, water, additional clothes on a case of rain or a cold snap, cream from suntan, toilet paper, and other personal accessories if any. EMERGENCY AND YOUR SUPPORT TEAM: All our guide are well trained in first aid and can handle most of the basic illness that occurs at high altitude or in the jungle. Every group is equipped with a basic first aid kit, every traveler must have full travel insurance before coming to Nepal. And should make available a copy of the policy at our office in Kathmandu. If an emergency occurs, we will evacuate you from the mountain to one of the internationally recognized hospitals/clinics in Kathmandu and contact your insurance company.

Just tell us about your preferences, interests and the amount of time available to you and we will take care of the rest. We will help design a tour and work out a comfortable itinerary that best suits your needs.

YANTRA TOURS & TRAVELS

DETAIL ITINERARY DAY 01: Arrival in Kathmandu: Arrival in Kathmandu the capital city of Nepal (1350M), meeting at the airport, and transfer to hotel. After a short test, you will be escorted on a day tour to Svayambhunath Stupa located on the top of the hill. The shrine is over 2000 years old and considered as one of the ancient Buddhist monuments enlisted in the UNESCO world heritage sites. In the evening we will join dinner in a traditional Nepali restaurant with live dance and music. Overnight in a Hotel. DAY 02: Kathmandu Sightseeing: We began our day tour from an ancient cave named “Asuri Gufa” (Cave) located on a cliff of mountains about 20 kilometers from the center the cave holds historical importance, as a Tantric Master “Guru Padmasambhava” in the 7th century meditated here, and it is believed that he initiated his first visit to Lhasa from here eventually he brought Buddhism to Tibet. We drive back to Patan “The city of fine art” this medieval town is one of the most beautiful places in terms of art and architecture. Most of the preserved monuments are built in Nepali-style architecture, also enlisted in UNESCO world heritage sites. We will then visit “Baudhanath Stupa” built around 5 AD nicknamed “Little Tibet” which has many ancient legends from Tibet and Nepal says that this stupa was built by “Guru Padmasambhava” in his previous form of life. It is why this stupa is so very important for Tibetans living in or outside Nepal. You stay overnight in a hotel. DAY 03: Drive to Pokhara: Pokhara is situated at an elevation of 710 meters above sea level and about 200 kilometers northwest of Kathmandu valley. The road that leads to Pokhara is through many twists and bents, of the mountains. On arrival, you will check in to the hotel and after a short break go for a boat ride in Fewa Lake. During winter when the sky is clear the Annapurna range mountain reflects on the lake, with a spectacular view. We spend about one hour on the boat and the rest of the time you can spend in Lake Side Street. You stay overnight in a hotel. DAY 04: Fly to Jomsom - Altitude 2,743 m (8,999 ft): Early flight to Jomsom which is about 30 minutes on air, we arrive in Jomsom and have a cup of hot tea and walk to Marpha via a small and beautiful village typically built with flat Tibetan styled roof, we pass through village upwards to Dhumba lake a small lake with crystal clear water also holds religious importance among the locals. We walk further upwards to an old monastery built around 10th AD located on the top of the cliff mountain. From here we ascend almost to the Kaligandaki Riverbank and once we cross the river head further right to Marpha. Marpha is one of the most amazing towns in the region offers a pleasant stay. We spend time here exploring the monastery, and other places. We stay overnight in a guest house. DAY 05: Drive from Marpha to Muktinath (Altitude 3800m): Early in the morning just after having breakfast, we drive to Muktinath passing Jomsom and Kagbeni. Muktinath (3800M.) is located on the foot of the Himalayas, just below the Thorung-La pass 5416M. We will visit a temple dedicated to the Hindu god Vishnu, another most famous temple in Nepal. Many myths and legends about this temple are found in ancient Hindu literature such as Vedas and Upanishads. The 108 holy spouts around the temple are said to be so blissful that taking bath in it can eliminate the sins of all previous lives. We descend from here gradually through “Jharkot”, an old monastery in town that is the main attraction of this village. Once we left Jharkot we are heading to Kagbeni on the way we can see ruins of abandoned caves on the mountain cliffs once used by distance travelers more than two thousand years ago. These caves are built on the riverside cliffs and some of these caves still contain evidence of previous life and hardship in the form of Archeological Artifacts. About two hours walk to Kagbeni where we are about to spend the night but before that, we will have Lunch and an easy walk-through village, we will also visit Monastery here. You stay overnight in a lodge. DAY 6: Kagbeni to Jomsom: (Altitude 2170m). 4-5 hours Breakfast in the guest house and we move slowly to Jomsom through Kaligandaki River. Once we get to Jomsom we check in to the hotel, and after some rest, we will visit the mountain museum and spend the rest of the time exploring the town. Overnight in a hotel. DAY 07: Fly back to Pokhara: Early flight to Pokhara, on arrival in Pokhara we will continue our sightseeing in the city, evening we will spend in the lakeside street. You stay overnight in a hotel. DAY 08: Sarankot hikes and drive to Kathmandu: Early hike to Sarankot for the sunrise from the viewpoint on an elevation of 1510 M. a majestic sunrise and breathtaking view of Annapurna range Himalaya. Getting back to the hotel is easy. We have our breakfast and move slowly to Kathmandu for another five hours to get back to Kathmandu valley. On arrival check in to the hotel. The rest of the evening is free for last minutes shopping in Thamel. Overnight in a hotel. DAY 09: Mountain flight (Optional) fly home: You can choose to fly on a plane to catch up with Everest and other high Himalayas on the eastern Himalayan ranges. The flight is about an hour-long takes off from the domestic airport in the valley. Check out your hotel at Noon, transfer to the airport and fly out from Nepal.

PRE-TRIP ESSENTIALS: HEALTH: Visit Nepal does not require special vaccination; however, we recommend consulting with the attending physician and to stock up with necessary drugs before you depart Medical services in Nepal are limited in mountainous areas. If you wear glasses, it is better to have at itself spare couple. MOUNTAIN SICKNESS: Any person traveling above 2500m can get easy symptoms of a mountain illness. The first signs are headache, increased fatigue, sleeplessness, appetite loss, liquid loss by an organism, and puffiness. At the emergence of such signs, it is necessary to remain at this height before full acclimatization of an organism. It is necessary to use from 2nd to 4 liters of liquid a day. If symptoms don't pass and the state worsens, it is necessary to go down immediately. Sometimes even 300m can play a crucial role. Planning the travel, leave spare days on acclimatization at height 3700m and 4300m. After 4000m try not to rise more than 500m in one day. You can inadequately estimate the condition therefore always follow the advice of the accompanying guide or locals. WEATHER: Weather conditions on the mountain are unpredictable. It might be sunny during the day and cold as well as windy at night, especially at the high altitudes. Sudden rainstorms or snow flurries are always a possibility. Better be prepared! PACKING: Choosing the right clothing for your trip is very important. You always want to pack everything, but that could make a hassle. Keep in mind that in almost every mountain region in Nepal the days are warm and nights are cool. Usually, we recommend people bring a warm jacket either fleece or down, long underwear, and worm shocks. Pair of pants and comfortable boots for the long day while sports shoes/sandals for hiking or during the less active period. The boots are another important factor while on trek make sure that they are waterproof. The basic principle of packing is comfort not luxury. In Kathmandu and Pokhara you can get any necessary gear at a very comfortable price. But if you just enquire before you start packing things we provide you better advice depending upon present weather conditions. Do not pack unnecessary things like hairdryers, lots of and lots of cosmetics, and electronics, while a battery power bank (Backup) for your mobile phone, iPod is recommended. Another important factor is that the porter/support you hire for the trip has a certain limitation of how much weight he will carry on his back. THINGS THAT YOU BEAR: Baggage, backpack you give to a porter shouldn't exceed 15 kg. Your small backpack for day transitions has to be designed for the most necessary way: the camera, water, additional clothes on a case of rain or a cold snap, cream from suntan, toilet paper, and other personal accessories if any. EMERGENCY AND YOUR SUPPORT TEAM: All our guide are well trained in first aid and can handle most of the basic illness that occurs at high altitude or in the jungle. Every group is equipped with a basic first aid kit, every traveler must have full travel insurance before coming to Nepal. And should make available a copy of the policy at our office in Kathmandu. If an emergency occurs, we will evacuate you from the mountain to one of the internationally recognized hospitals/clinics in Kathmandu and contact your insurance company.

Just tell us about your preferences, interests and the amount of time available to you and we will take care of the rest. We will help design a tour and work out a comfortable itinerary that best suits your needs.