Begin your journey in Kathmandu, a city of vibrant culture and spiritual depth! Upon your arrival, your guide will greet you and take you to your hotel. Enjoy your evening unwinding and preparing for the adventure ahead.

After breakfast, take a short flight to Pokhara, often referred to as the gateway to the Annapurna region. Upon arrival, you’ll embark on a scenic 2-hour drive through terraced fields and winding roads to reach Kande, the starting point of your trek. The journey to Australian Base Camp begins with a trail through dense forests, offering stunning views of the Annapurna range, including the majestic Machapuchare. After reaching Australian Base Camp, explore the charming village of Pothana, and enjoy an evening of relaxation amidst nature.

Accommodation	Meals	Flight Duration	Drive Duration	Trek Duration
AccommodationLodge	MealsB/L/D	Flight Duration30min	Drive Duration2 hrs	Trek Duration2-3 hrs

After breakfast, enjoy a leisurely morning, taking in the mountain views before beginning your descent towards Dhampus Village. Upon arriving at Dhampus, you’ll embark on a drive back to Pokhara.

Accommodation	Meals	Drive Duration	Trekking Duration
AccommodationLodge	MealsB/L/D	Drive Duration1-2 hrs	Trekking Duration2-3 hrs

An early morning cable car ride to Sarangkot, a hilltop located at an altitude of 1,592 meters, with panoramic views of the Himalayan mountain range. Continue to Pumdikot, a viewpoint featuring a 16m statue of Lord Shiva. Stop at Shanti Stupa, one of Nepal’s two peace pagodas. From this vantage point, relish breathtaking panoramic views of the Annapurna Mountains and the lakeside city of Pokhara. For the thrill-seekers, engage in paragliding, ziplining, or boating in the surrounding hills. Alternatively, embrace the culinary arts with cooking lessons or a singing bowl class.

Accommodation	Meals
Accommodation3-star hotel	MealsB/L/D

After breakfast, take a flight to Nepalgunj, where you’ll be picked up and driven to Bardiya National Park. As you travel along the national highway, enjoy scenic views of small villages, forests, farmlands, and rivers teeming with crocodiles. Upon arrival, settle into your serene jungle retreat, where you can relax before the evening’s campfire dinner.

Accommodation	Meals	Flight Duration	Drive Duration
AccommodationLodge	MealsB/L/D	Flight Duration40 min	Drive Duration2-3 hrs

Embark on a full day of thrilling wildlife exploration in Bardiya National Park, beginning with an early morning jeep safari that takes you deep into the heart of the park’s diverse landscapes, keeping a keen eye out for one-horned rhinos, elephants, and an array of bird species. In the afternoon, venture out on a tranquil river safari along the Karnali River, observing wildlife along its lush banks. Drift along the water, encountering mugger crocodiles and a chance to experience the remote side of the park, and spot crocodiles and perhaps the rare pink dolphin up close.   Note: the river safari is only during monsoon and summer.

Accommodation	Meals
AccommodationLodge	MealsB/L/D

Begin your morning with an exhilarating jeep safari, exploring Bardiya’s rugged landscapes in search of elusive wildlife such as Bengal tigers, one-horned rhinos, and elephants. After lunch, set out on a half-day walking safari led by expert naturalists, giving you an intimate, ground-level experience of the park’s diverse flora and fauna. The walking safari offers a unique opportunity to track wildlife up close, observe birds, and connect deeply with the natural environment.

Accommodation	Meals
AccommodationLodge	MealsB/L/D

After breakfast, take a morning flight back to Kathmandu, followed by an excursion to Bhaktapur Durbar Square, a UNESCO World Heritage site and former royal palace complex. Once the seat of the Malla kings from the 14th to the 18th centuries, Bhaktapur is celebrated for its intricate woodcarvings, vibrant pottery, and traditional Newari cuisine, including the famous “king of yogurts,” Ju Ju Dhau. Wander through the square, marveling at its stunning pagoda temples, ancient sculptures, and the captivating medieval architecture.

Accommodation	Meals	Altitude	Drive Duration	Flight Duration
Accommodation4-star hotel	MealsB/L/D	Drive Duration2 hrs	Flight Duration40 min

Begin your day with a visit to Swayambhunath (the Monkey Temple), believed to be over 2,500 years old. This UNESCO World Heritage Site offers panoramic views of Kathmandu Valley and the Himalayas, and the symbolic eyes of Buddha on the stupa watch over the city. Next, explore Patan Durbar Square, once the kingdom palace during the Malla Kingdom, and home to Nepal’s oldest stone temple, Krishna Mandir, carved from a single stone block. The Royal Palace Museum offers a rare glimpse of copper engravings and religious artifacts. Wander through the narrow streets to experience the Newari culture, and refresh over a traditional Newari lunch and, Juju Dhau, a rich, sweet yogurt drink. Try singbowel, see thangka paintings, handcarved stone and copper work. Conclude your day at Boudhanath Stupa, one of the largest stupas in the world towering 36 meters high. Participate in a kora (walking around the stupa in a meditative circle), feel the stupa’s spiritual pull before enjoying a rooftop dinner overlooking this sacred site.

Accommodation	Meals
Accommodation4-star hotel	MealsB/L/D

Depending on your flight schedule, you will be transferred to the airport for your final departure.