Himalayan Adventure
14 or 17 Days
You can...
- See amazing mountain views
- Sample the atmosphere of old Kathmandu
- Learn to climb and meet a Sherpa
- Enjoy a 'mini-trek' in the Himalayas
- Try a white-water rafting
- See wildlife and jungle
This classic adventure will simply take your breath away. From wonderful old Kathmandu you'll be whisked off to Pokhara to see the incredible views of the famous 'Fishtail' - a sacred mountain in the Annapurnas.
You'll enjoy a 'mini-trek' - a one day expedition into the hills with an overnight camp near a spectacular lookout - visit typical Nepali villages, have a chance for white-water rafting, and then explore the jungle at Chitwan, by jeep and elephant-back. A brilliant itinerary interspersed with learning experiences for your children about Nepali life. Making pottery, learning to climb, meeting a Sherpa...
- Day 1/2. Overnight flight to Kathmandu
- Day 3/4. Kathmandu
- Walking tour of Old Bhaktapur. Pottery making. Farm stay in Nuwakot.
- Day 5/6. Trisuli Centre & rafting
- Drive to Trisuli Centre; village visit. White-water rafting. Continue to Pokhara.
- Day 7. Annapurna Footlhills
- Easy walk in the Annapurna foothills to overnight camp, boulder climbing.
- Day 8. Pokhara
- Walk to Pokhara; end of trek party.
- Day 9. Bandipur village & NP
- Drive to Bandipur village. Continue to Royal Chitwan National Park.
- Day 10. Chitwan National Park
- In Chitwan; elephant-back rhino watch and game viewing on foot and by jeep.
- Day 11. Canoe Safari & Bathe Elephants
- See wildlife by canoe and then bathe elephants! Also village walk and Tharu Stick Dance.
- Day 12. Chitwan to Kathmandu
- Drive to Chitwan airport and fly to Kathmandu.
- Day 13. Free day then fly to London
- Day 13. Arrive London
- Is it right for your family?
- This trip is suitable for any family with a sense of fun and adventure. Our day-walk and overnight stay is not challenging and is taken at a very leisurely pace. Porters can carry kids in panniers if necessary! Fresh bedding and mattresses are provided for our night's camping. Whitewater rafting can be done by children, but you can opt out; if you're not sure - you can decide when you get there. Accommodation is comfortable.
- Extensions
- Why not extend your holiday for a few days? Fly up to the magical city of Lhasa and explore Tibet for a few days. Add £ 1,399 per person. Alternatively for those with older children try a short trek in the lower Everest region. Add £599 per person.
- Tailor-Made Holidays
- We are able to offer a full tailor-made holiday service for families in Nepal. We can put together any type of package you wish and would design it for you and your family. This can be any duration, time of year or standard - just contact one of our family experts for more information.
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- Accommodation and meals: Hotels (4nts), camping (1nt - fresh bedding and mattresses provided), lodge (5nts). 11 breakfasts, 7 lunches & 7 evening meals incl.
- Flight details: Scheduled flights from Heathrow with Gulf Air.
- Departures 2010: 10 Feb; 03, 07 Apr; 16, 23 Oct; 21 Dec.
- Departures 2011: 11 Feb; 02, 09 Apr; 15, 22 Oct.
- Prices: Land only prices from £829 per person. Including flights from London from £1,599 adult, £1,449 child.
- Age Guideline: 5+ Years
- Trip Code: FNHA