Sikles Trek has been one of most demanded and loved trekking areas in the Annapurna region. This is one of the picturesque trekking trails that unfold the natural beauty, where you can explore the charming villages, intriguing patterns of terraced fields, rhododendron forest and high alpine meadows nestled below the towering mountains of Annapurna II (7937m) and IV (7525m). This trekking is also known as royal trek as Prince Charles had a trek through the area in 1980 to visit the villages of Gurkha recruits, as part of an effort to develop this into a model Eco-trekking route.
Sikles Trekking
Sikles Trek begins from Pokhara, where you reach either by direct flight or bus from Kathmandu, generally, you will camp near the Begnas lake, next day you begin the trekking from Begnas Tal (Lake) and heads to the north to Baral along with the Madi Khola. Subsequently, to Chymarang and finally you will reach at well-preserved Siklis (1,980m) through the Gurung villages. Throughout the way, you will have magnificent views of Himalaya, farms and scattered forests filled with various kinds of birds. You make trips along the Sikles and explore the areas which have not yet been explored and then you will head up to Hoga and explore the areas and take snaps of the Himalayas and natural inhabitants of the area and then you will head to Chipli, Burijung Khola, Bharaburi and then to Chisopani and subsequently you will reach Pokhara and return back to Kathmandu.
USD985 – Per Person
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PACKAGE DETAILS
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu
Arrive in Tribhuvan International Airport Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264ft) and transfer to Hotel then Alliance Adventure will brief about your trip Sikles Trek. Overnight at Hotel – Included Breakfast & Dinner.
Day 02: Drive to Pokhara
Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (9,50m/3,116ft) 6 to 7 hours. During the journey you will be l seeing the countryside of lifestyle, that’s offering green hill, rivers, farms and beautiful sceneries. Overnight at Hotel – Included Breakfast
Day 03: Drive to Bijaypur Khola than trek to Kalikasthan
Day 03: Drive from Pokhara to Bijaypur Khola than trek to Kalikasthan (1,370m/4,500ft) 5 hours. Today the trekking will be through into the local village of Chhettri. During the trek, you will see best views of Begnas Tal and Pokhara valley. Overnight at Camp – Included Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 04: Trek to Lama Khet
Trek from Kalikasthan to Lama Khet (1,680m/5,515ft) 5 to 6 hours. The trail will be walking into the mixed cultural groups in the village, Mardi Khola by along the riverbank to cross Bhaise and Nawal-Danda where you can catching small village and beautiful sceneries. Overnight at Camp – Included Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 05: Trek to Sikles
Trek from Lama Khet to Sikles (1,980m/6,500ft) 5 to 6 hours. Trek will be through by Khilan Guan and gradually climb up the steeply then you will reach in Sikles village, one of the oldest and largest Gurung village in Nepal, where every house has British and Indian Army. Overnight at Camp – Included Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 06: Trek to Neuli kharka
Trek from Sikles to Neuli Kharka (2,200m/7,216ft) 4 to 5 hours. After breakfast trekking through into the Oak and rhododendron forest and enjoy the cool walking along the trail. Overnight at Camp – Included Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 07: Trek to Ghale Gaun
Trek from Neuli Kharka to Ghale Gaun (2,000m/6,560ft) 5 hours. Again walk into the rhododendron forest which is the highest pass of this trekking. Ghale Gaun is another small Gurung and Magar village from where you will see surrounded Annapurna Himalayas, after check in the camp guide will explore the local village of cultures and can catch the amazing sunset over the Annapurna range. Overnight at Camp – Included Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 08: Trek to Hyamja than drive back to Pokhara and Explore Pokhara city
Trek from Ghale Gaun to Hyamja (1,070m/3,510ft) 3 hours and Drive back to Pokhara. After breakfast trek through going down to Hyamja and back to Pokhara Hotel. After lunch guide will take around to explore the Pokhara valley that includes Davis fall, peace Stupa, and Boarding in Phewa Lake. Then you will be free around lakeside and celebration of Dinner with your trekking guides and potters. Overnight at Hotel – Included Breakfast
Day 09: Drive back to Kathmandu
Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu 200km 6 to 7 hours. The journey through the Prithvi highway road passing by terraces, streams, rivers, local settlements, hills and along the Marshyangdi and Trishuli rivers. Check the Hotel, rest and free. Overnight at Hotel – Included Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 10: Sightseeing and Farewell Dinner
After breakfast Alliance Adventure tour guide will explore one of the most historical and spiritual attractions in Kathmandu’s Landmarks, are considered World Heritage Sites; including the historic Durbar Square, the houses of living Hindu goddess and “Kumari House’’.
Swayambhunath; stands top of the hill and west of the city, people mostly know as “Monkey Temple”. This has been registered in UNESCO heritage site.
Buddhanath stupa is 5 km east of Kathmandu, one of the largest in the world and has a number of monasteries and many Tibetan artifacts selling shops.
Pashupatinath is the Hindus holy pilgrims, most impotent Hindu Temple in Nepal and all over from India. Bathing at occasionally, funeral pyres burning on the Ghats and Stands on the banks of Bagmati River.
After this pleasant Adventure activities we will offer you Nepali typical culture dinner and Alliance Adventure hand over your Trekking Permit, TIMS Card and Certificate for the Nepal Adventure memory of your life. Overnight at Hotel – Included Breakfast & Dinner
Day 11: Departure your Destination
Departure to Tribhuvan International Airport. Today is last minutes shopping packing and Alliance Adventure takes you to the airport for an onward destination of your country. Included Breakfast
- Arrival Pick-Up and Departure transportation.
- 2Nights Hotel in Kathmandu with BB Plan.
- 2Nights Hotel in Pokhara with BB plan.
- All comfortable Lodges, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, tea, coffee, Hot lemon, Ginger Honey, hot chocolate during the trekking.
- Warm down Jacket, Sleeping Bag, and walking pole after trek return to Company.
- Trekking Duffel bag waterproof and Company T-shirt.
- Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara to Bijaypur Khola and Hyamja to Pokhara by private transportation.
- Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu by private transportation.
- Friendly Speaking English Guide and strong helpful potters lodging and fooding, during the trek.
- Pokhara and Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing with entries fee.
- Trekking Permit and TIMS Cards.
- Insurances for Guide and Potter during the trek.
- All government and local taxes if necessary.
- Medical Kit Bag during the trek.
- All camping gear like two men tent (very high-quality north face or similar), kitchen, dining, toilet, mattress and necessary kitchen and Camping equipment.
- Cold drinks coke, Fanta, sprite, mineral water, Phone calls, laundry, beer and bar bills on the trek.
- Tips for guide and potters.
- Mountain Sickness Insurance.
- Kathmandu and Pokhara Lunch and Dinner.
- International flight ticket and entry Nepal visa fee.
- Kathmandu to Pokhara or Pokhara to Kathmandu Domestic flight cost.
- Optional trips and sightseeing if extend.
- Keep all receipts that you have until back your home.
- No flashy stuff-jewelry, valuables etc.
- Strongly advised not to go wandering unless in large group (the “poor” men would have to suffer at the hands of the ladies who would want to shop), Always be aware of your surroundings.
- Do not / not give money to street children/beggars.
- Entrance to some temples may be prohibited for non-Hindus & Leather articles are prohibited inside temple precinct.
- Windproof outer jacket and warm down-filled jacket if afraid of cold.
- Comfortable trousers for men and loose skirts for women during the day.
- Gloves, hat or cap, sunglasses, sunblock, lip balm, etc, to avoid sunburn as the sun in high altitude can be quite intense.
- Lightweight trekking shoes, warm woolen/ thermal socks. (If one is afraid of cold, otherwise, plain ol’ ordinary socks will suffice.
- Thermal undergarments this is for the night which might be a bit cold, otherwise, tracksuit should suffice.
- Flashlight and spare batteries.
- Tawal, Sandle and Shower Shoap, Shampoo.
- Day bag 25 to 30 litters
- You must train yourself once a week or once day hiking in Mountain in your country or jogging 2/3 hours morning OR evening.
- We have to need your flight detail and your passport photocopy and passport size photo for the trekking permit and Tims cards.
- 50% deposit in the company account and rest of balance whence you arrive in Kathmandu airport then clear the payment in the office.
- Nepal visa can apply on arrival gate in Kathmandu airport immigration. Nepal visa charge for 15 Days USD25 and for 30 Days USD 40.
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