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IN THE SHADOW OF SPIRITS

Highlights

     Durbar Squares: The three Durbar Squares of Kathmandu, Patan, and Bhaktapur are UNESCO World Heritage Sites renowned for their exquisite palaces, courtyards, and temples showcasing the finest traditional Newari architecture and wood carvings. These squares were once the royal capital cities of the three Malla kingdoms that ruled the Kathmandu Valley. 

·      Buddhist Stupas: This massive white-domed stupa is one of the largest Buddhist stupas in the world, Boudhanath. Surrounded by colorful prayer wheels and fluttering prayer flags, it's a mesmerizing sight to behold. Pilgrims from across the Himalayan region come to circumambulate the stupa and spin the prayer wheels. And another one of the oldest stupas in the world known as monkey temple, Swayambhunath. 

·      Embark on a moderate trek through quaint villages, rhododendron forests, and scenic mountain landscapes, culminating at the pristine Ponker Lake in the Annapurna region. 

Overview

Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing: 

Explore the rich cultural heritage and ancient architectural marvels of the Kathmandu Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit stunning sites like Boudhanath Stupa, Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple), Pashupatinath Temple, and the durbar squares of Kathmandu, Patan, and Bhaktapur, adorned with intricate wood carvings and stunning palaces. 

Ponker Lake Trek: 

Embark on the Ponker Lake Trek, a moderate hiking adventure in the Annapurna region. This off-the-beaten-path trek takes you through remote villages, rhododendron forests, and offers breathtaking views of the Annapurna and Manshree ranges. Witness the pristine beauty of Ponker Lake, a serene glacial lake nestled amidst towering peaks. 

 

Itinerary

Day 01 : 06 Sept: Kathmandu Arrival

One of our representatives will pick you up at the airport and accompany you to the hotel. Depending on your arrival time, we will visit some of the most important places in the capital. In the evening, we will have a meeting at the hotel to brief you on the entire trip. Airport Shuttle 

 

Yoga: Gentle breathing & relaxation

Day 02 : 07 Sept: Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing

We will explore the historically and culturally rich Kathmandu Valley. Highlights include leisurely tours of Swayambhunath Temple (also known as Monkey Temple), Boudhanath, Pashupatinath Temple, and Durbar Square. After several days in the mountains, we can soak in these iconic sites that represent the essence of Kathmandu and the heritage of Nepal. 

 

Yoga: Morning Restorative Yoga | Evening Pranayama

 

Day 03 : 08 Sept: Drive Kathmandu to Dharapani (1860m)
225 km

DISTANCE

225 km

8-9 hrs.

DURATION

8-9 hrs.

We will drive from Kathmandu to Dharapani, on the way we can see the daily life of people and also the panoramic view of mountains, river and valley.

 

Day 04 : 09 Sept: Dharapani to Gowa (2515m)
10 km

DISTANCE

10 km

3-4 hrs

DURATION

3-4 hrs

Mountain Huts

ACCOMODATION

Mountain Huts

11 km

ELEVATION

11 km

Breakfast , Lunch ,Dinner

MEAL

Breakfast , Lunch ,Dinner

We start our trek towards the Dudh khola valley one the way we will visit the beautiful Tilche village of Gurung ethnic community. 

The trail is easy till Gowa, Gowa offers the amazing view of high mountains. 

 

 

Yoga: Morning Surya Namaskar | Evening gentle yoga & meditation

 

Day 05 : 10 Sept: Gowa to Yak Kharka (3100m)
7 km

DISTANCE

7 km

+634m, -133m

ELEVATION

+634m, -133m

4 hrs.

DURATION

4 hrs.

Mountain Huts

ACCOMODATION

Mountain Huts

Breakfast ,Lunch, Dinner

MEAL

Breakfast ,Lunch, Dinner

Today we will start our trek after the breakfast. We will pass through small settlements of Surke. Apart from surke there are no villages and settlements so there is probability of wildlife sighting musk deer, yellow throated martin, Himalayan Thar, Leopards etc. 

Yak Kharka is situated in the middle of Pine Forest. we can have the forest bathe. 

 

Yoga: Hanuman Dand & Pranayama

Day 06 : 11 Sept: Yak Kharka to Bhimthang (3720m)
4 hrs.

DURATION

4 hrs.

7 km

DISTANCE

7 km

+704m , -44m

ELEVATION

+704m , -44m

Mountain Huts

ACCOMODATION

Mountain Huts

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

MEAL

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

The trail takes us through the dense coniferous and rhododendron forest that reminds of the fairy tale. We will have the magnificent view of Manaslu also known as the mountain of spirit. we will cross the Dudh khola and ascend to Bhimtang. 

Bhimtang lies in a moraine with an open pasture land offering the 360-degree view of the Great Himalayas 

 

Yoga: Morning Surya Namaskar | Evening meditation

Day 07 : 12 Sept: Ponker Lake (4100m) Exploration
7 km

DISTANCE

7 km

4 hrs.

DURATION

4 hrs.

+414m, - 414m

ELEVATION

+414m, - 414m

Mountain Huts

ACCOMODATION

Mountain Huts

Breakfast, Lunch , Dinner

MEAL

Breakfast, Lunch , Dinner

After the breakfast we will explore the marine, Glacier and Ponker lake. It is one of the amazing places to see the diverse landscape. The breath-taking view of Great Himalayas with the Ponker lake is incomparable. 

 

Yoga: Asanas, Pranayama & Mudra

Day 08 : 13 Sept: Bhimtang to Tilche (2320m)
Mountain Hut

ACCOMODATION

Mountain Hut

17 km

DISTANCE

17 km

7 hrs..

DURATION

7 hrs..

+202, -1632m

ELEVATION

+202, -1632m

reakfast , Lunch, Dinner

MEAL

reakfast , Lunch, Dinner

We will say goodbye to the impressive views of the mountains and enter the dense forest of coniferous, blue pine and oaks. The trail passes through Dudh khola valley through several meadows and we will halt for the overnight stay in Tilche village 

 

Yoga: Restorative Yoga & Hanuman Dand

Day 09 : 14 Sept: Tilche to Kathmandu (1345m) Drive
225 km

DISTANCE

225 km

8-9 hrs.

DURATION

8-9 hrs.

Hotel

ACCOMODATION

Hotel

Jeep

TRANSPORTATION

Jeep

Breakfast, Lunch

MEAL

Breakfast, Lunch

After breakfast we will take a jeep to Kathmandu.

 

Yoga: Surya Namaskar & Pranayama

Day 10 : 15 Sept: Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing
Hotel

ACCOMODATION

Hotel

Breakfast

MEAL

Breakfast

Today we will visit the two UNESCO heritage site Bhaktapur. 

 

Yoga: Morning Yoga Asana | Evening breathwork & meditation

Day 11 : 16 Sept: Departure

You will be dropped off at the airport in a car or jeep prior to your flight departure time. 

 

Trip Route
Trip Code
#YOGI- MAMTA
duration
duration
10
Region
Region
Manaslu Region
Group
Group Size
2-12
Level
Level
Easy
Activity
Activity
Trekking
Accomodation
Best Season
Spring

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What is Included?

  • Airport pickup and transfer to hotel
  • Accommodation in Kathmandu in hotel Marshyandi
  • Sightseeing in kathmandu and Bhaktapur in private vehicle
  • monuments entrance fees
  • Transportation : Kathmandu - Dharapani in private vehicle
  • Transportation : Tilche - Besisahar in private vehicle
  • Breakfast, lunch, dinner and accommodation during the trekking days
  • A professional trekiking guide and assistant guide above 10 pax during the trek
  • Porters to carry your bag in a 2 : 1 ratio
  • Guides and Porter's salary, food, accommodation, transportation and insurance
  • Annapurna conservation area permit
  • All Government Taxes
  • Experienced Yoga Teacher

What is Excluded?

  • International flights , visa fee, and travel insurance
  • Lunch and dinner in kathmandu and Pokhara
  • All personal expences, bar's bill, hot shower and mineral water
  • Personal equipment and gears
  • Personal and medical insurance, emergency and heli rescue evacution
  • All costs arising due to flight cancellations, natural disaster, health problems and poltical unrest
  • Tips for the field staff/guide
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