14-Day Khopra Danda Trekking

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Visit two of the World Heritage sites in Kathmandu. Pashupatinath houses a sacred lingam or the phallic symbol of Lord Shiva, and the Buddhists shrine of Boudhanath is one of the largest stupas in the world. Kathmandu Durbar Square and Swayambhu meaning the "the self-existent" is popular among travellers as is the Monkey Temple owing to a large number of monkey population residing in the area.

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We leave for Pokhara after breakfast. The drive to Pokhara takes around 6-7 hours and is a very scenic one, so sit back and relax. Alternatively, it is possible to do a 30-minute scenic flight at an additional cost. The afternoon is free at leisure for you to explore Pokhara on your own. You can take a leisurely walk around Phewa Lake or even take a boat tour.

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In the morning drive to Nayapool and start your trekking. The trail steadily progresses along Modi Khola to Birethanti then gradually passes through paddy fields criss-crossed by a road. Up ahead the muddy trail snakes through terraced hills via Sauli bazaar, a perfect lunch spot. The trek goes north to the Modi valley on an uphill journey until you reach Ghandruk. Settled by ethnic Gurung communities, the village is instantly recognised by slated roof houses.

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It will take at least 3-4 hours of steady trekking to reach Tadapani from Ghandruk. The trail passes through quiet rhododendron forest that reverberates with occasional singing and chirping of birds. The final section of this trek runs through the village of Bherikharka on a slightly uphill leg to Tadapani. Once checked into your teahouse, you'll be free to walk around Tadapani, a very popular stop for trekkers on various routes.

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The trail from Tadapani to Dobato has fewer trekkers, equally mesmerising panorama of Dhaulagiri range including Kali Gandaki valley. There are no settlements or tea houses along the trail that inclines gradually. By late afternoon you will have reached Bayeli Kharka, a seasonal yak pasture. The pasture is a good viewpoint to watch spectacular peaks of Dhaulagiri range, as well as sprawling valley of Kali Gandaki and Ghorepani.

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The first section of the trail from Bayeli Kharka to Upper Chistibang descends continuously passing through thick wooded area. The trail offers picturesque views of green hills and faraway villages with a backdrop of beautiful snow-capped Himalayan peaks. After leaving Upper Chistibang, the trail begins to climb steadily through alpine meadows to reach the isolated yak pasture known as Khopra Danda. Located above tree-line, Khopra Ridge is an excellent viewpoint.

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Get up early for breakfast in preparation for the most difficult day yet. Since there are no tea houses along the way and around Khayer Lake, you will have to carry along a lunch pack. The trek immediately begins to ascend crossing nearby cliffs with stunning views of Himalayan mountains. The final part of the trek is very steep until you reach Khayer Lake. Dedicated to Goddess Barahini, the lake is sunk deep into a hill just below the summit of Annapurna South.

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From Khopra Danda, the trek is downhill all the way to Paudwaar, a beautiful lively Magar village with a community cheese factory and local honey. The village is surrounded by greenery and has a resounding atmosphere of calm. You'll enjoy spending the remainder of your day relaxing at the tea house and getting to know locals.

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Paudwaar to Tatopani is a downhill walk on unpaved roads. Tatopani has a famous natural hot spring where you can relax and heal yourself. After trekking between remote tea houses, Tatopani's hustle might surprise you. To relax, head to the natural hot springs that are from the Kaligandaki River. These mineral springs are both medicinal and relaxing, working through your aches and pains from the trek.

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After your breakfast, drive to Pokhara from Tatopani. The rest of day is free at leisure in Pokhara. You may visit Davi's Fall and Gupteshwar Cave or go boating on the Phewa lake. However, you will no doubt want to relax after your days of trekking.

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You'll take one final long drive back to Kathmandu by tourist bus. If you chose to go exploring a little more yesterday, this will be a welcomed rest from walking. You'll arrive mid-afternoon in time to stretch your legs while walking around Thamel before it gets dark. At night, continue to explore Thamel by dining at one of the many restaurants there.

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Today, you will visit two more UNESCO World Heritage sites; Bhaktapur, the town of devotees and Patan, the city of fine arts. After the sightseeing, you will have plenty of time for shopping in Thamel area. We invite you to a farewell dinner in a Nepali kitchen where you can reminsnce over your best moments of the trip over food and drinks.