12 Day Nepal: Annapurna Hiking, Rafting and Chitwan National Park

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Trip Length

12 Days

Trip Starts

Kathmandu

Trip Finishes

Kathmandu

12 Day Nepal: Annapurna Hiking, Rafting and Chitwan National Park Itinerary (G Adventures)

Countries Explored: Nepal

Trip Operator

G Adventures

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Trip Style

Geluxe Collection

Departures

Feb 2025 to Dec 2026

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Premium

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Challenging

Guide Level

Fully Guided

Trip Code

ANKG

Overview

Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on G Adventures 12 Day Nepal: Annapurna Hiking, Rafting and Chitwan National Park. Nepalese hospitality is on full display during this epic adventure. Over 12 breathtaking days, featuring a four-day hike from village to village, community to community, along the base of the Annapurna range. Savour traditional Nepali cuisine and learn about local life, and discover a bee-keeping village. The adventure continues with a two-day rafting expedition along the Seti River and a safari in Chitwan National Park spotting endemic wildlife by boat and jeep. Adventure...read more

Itinerary

After a welcome meeting with your CEO and fellow travellers, tuck into a delicious three course Royal Thali meal served on-site at the hotel. We can't guarantee that life will always be served up on a silver platter, but your very first meal in Kathmandu certainly will be. Stay: Baber Mahal Vilas (D)

After a walking tour throughout the square, make your way to Kirtipur where your friendly hosts welcome you. Women from the Kirtipur community are eager to interact with you-providing a Newari script demonstration and serving you a delicious Newari lunch. Join your hosts and try your hand at Ranjana Newari Script writing. Stay: Baber Mahal Vilas (B/L/D)

A short flight brings you from Kathmandu to Pokhara, and after a short drive you arrive to the start of the trek. Grab your hiking poles provided, and join your guide for a 3 hour trek from Phedi to Dhampus. Upon arrival to the mountain lodge, relax with a cold drink and devour a delicious local lunch. Your CEO will take you on a fascinating walk through Dhampus village in the afternoon. Don't forget to grab a cold drink and take in the views of the Phedi valley. Stay: Dhampus Lodge (B/L/D)

The terrain during this 5 hour trek consists well maintained dirt trails and stone steps. Plenty of stops along the way allow for time to refuel with water and snacks and most importantly, to soak in the panoramic views of the Dhaulagiri mountain ranges before you. After a delicious lunch, explore Lumle village with your CEO. Stay: Tomijong Lodge (B/L/D)

Today's 8 hour trek takes you from Lumle to Ghandruk on the longest day of your Annapurna adventure. Stop for lunch along the way, and a refreshing tea break in the village of Kimche. For your incredible efforts today, you are rewarded with beautiful views of the peaks of Annapurna South and neighbouring Hiunchu. Dinner is crafted by your local lodge hosts this evening. Stay: Ghandruk Lodge (B/L)

After returning to Pokhara this afternoon, revitalize your muscles with a complimentary one hour massage at your hotel. Stay: Hotel Barahi (B/L)

Your group comes back together this afternoon as you travel together to a Tibetan refugee village to engage in a fascinating momo making class with your local hosts. Momos were brought from Tibet to Nepal by the refugees who came during the Chinese invasion. The village you visit this afternoon are preserving their cultural heritage by continuing to tell their story and cook their cuisine. Engage with your hosts by getting involved in kneading the dough, filling the dumpling with their savoury filling, and sharing a delicious meal with your new friends. Stay: Hotel Barahi (B/L)

Kingfishers and egrets mingle about as you arrive to your remote tented river camp and settle in with the jungle soundtrack in the background. Rustic tented wooden cabins are dotted along the riverbank with a communal fireplace area to gather and sip a warm beverage after your days adventure. Get dry and fill up on a delicious meal, and settle in for an evening around the fire. Tonight you are fully disconnected from the world. Stay: Seti River Camp (B/L/D)

Chitwan National Park, Nepal's first national park, covers an area of over 900 square kilometres. Spend a full afternoon exploring by vehicle with your local guide. Your lodge this evening welcomes you with a captivating cultural performance after dinner. Stay: Barahi Jungle Lodge (B/L/D)

Your river safari ends at midday as you approach the riverbank, greeted by welcoming new friends. Your hosts for lunch are from the Barauli Community homestay. This social enterprise provides meals, accommodation and much more to travellers visiting this remote part of Nepal. Dine on a delicious Tharu specialties and learn more about the community. Stay: Barahi Jungle Lodge (B/L/D)

A relaxed morning and short flight from Chitwan back to Kathmandu brings you to your hotel by lunchtime. In the afternoon, your CEO will lead a walking tour of Bhaktapur town. In Bhaktapur, local people are predominantly farmers or engaged in the traditional crafts of pottery, metalwork, art and woodwork which have supported the city since its establishment in the 12th century. Visit an expert potter and try your hand using ancient techniques. This evening, join your CEO and fellow travellers for one final farewell feast. Stay: Hotel Bhadgaon (B/D)

Your adventure has come to an end, you can depart at any time. (B)

Trip Inclusions

Village Trekking in the Annapurna Himalayas.
Overnight river rafting on the Seti River.
Safari in Chitwan National Park.
Explore Kathmandu and Pokhara.

Your G for Good Moment: Barauli Community Homestay Lunch and Visit, Royal Chitwan National Park
Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
Your Wellness Moment: Spa Experience Pokhara, Pokhara Your OM
G Day: Cycling Around Pame or Boating and Yoga in Phewa Lake, Pokhara
Your Foodie Moment: Tibetan Momo Making, Pokhara
Complimentary Arrival Transfer
Welcome and Farewell dinner
Guided walking tour of Patan Durbar Square
Three-day village trek in the Annapurna range
2- Day Rafting trip on the Seti river
Chitwan safari excursions via road and boat
Welcome by the Barauli Community Homestay
Cycling through villages in Chitwan
Free time in Kathmandu, Pokhara, and Chitwan
Tips for all included meals and activities, except for CEO and porterage
All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Hotel (7 Nights), Guesthouse (3nts), River Camp (1 Night)
Clean comfortable hotels (7nts), Traditional Guesthouse (3nts), Seti River Camp (1nt).

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides

11 breakfasts, 9 lunches, 8 dinners

Private vehicle, plane, 4x4 vehicle, walking, river raft

Accommodation, itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included

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Nepal: Annapurna Hiking, Rafting and Chitwan National Park

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Day 1: Kathmandu: A Royal Welcome

Day 2: Kathmandu: Patan Durbar Square

Day 3: Dhampus: Trekking Begins

Day 4: Tomijong: Trekking Onward

Day 5: Ghandruk: Over the bridge

Day 6: Pokhara: Descent to Sayauli Bazaar

Day 7: Pokhara: Your OMG Day

Day 8: Seti River Camp: Rafting to Camp

Day 9: Chitwan: Jungle Safari

Day 10: Chitwan: Safari on the Rapti River

Day 11: Kathmandu: Bhaktapur Discovery

Day 12: Kathmandu (Bhaktapur)

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