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Horse Riding Adventure in Royal Trekking

This horse riding trek design for those who are unable to walk on foot but still wish to do treks adventure in the Himalayan? Royal horse ride trekking trail will be good for those trekkers who like to go in less tourist area of Annapurna region. This horse riding trek can be a lifetime experience for those who dream the Nepal Himalaya trekking. This short trek commences from Pokhara, the valley of lakes offering panoramic views of the Annapurna massif as also of the Lamjung and Manaslu Himal. This horse riding route was first used by His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales Prince Charles was in 1980.

Royal horse riding trek starts after a 20 minute drive from Pokhara and leads up in to a ridge-line through Brahmin and Chettri villages. It has to be climbed gently up to Kalikasthan then ride through top of the green hills, can see mountain ranges of Annapurna, Manasulu and Dhaulagiri including through charming villages inhabited by the Gurungs, Magars dense rhododendron forests full of birds and deep sub-tropical valleys.

The Royal horse riding adventure trip can be combine also an alternative day Helicopter tour programs for a people who have limit time and are not able to trek due to the physical conditions.

  Horse Riding Adventure in Royal Trekking
(Adventure combining with Rafting and Chitwan)

Trip Code

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NAP- HRS – 003

Trip Cost

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USD 1155 per person

Group Size

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Minimum 2 upto 16 person

Accessibility

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Fly or drive to Pokhara, by land 7-hrs drive and by air 25 minute

The Route

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Easy trail, maximum altitude (1370m), about 5-6-hrs average riding per day, in easy trail.

Trip Facilities

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Require camping/Home-stay teahouse can be organized

Season

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Spring: March - April/Autumn: September – November

   Highlight of Royal Horse Riding

  • Visit temple, Art/architecture and pagodas, heritage sites in Kathmandu

  • Scenic road drive from and to Kathmandu

  • Horse riding at beautiful landscape

  • Stunning and spectacular views of Annapurna I, Annapurna II, Annapurna III, Annapurna IV, Machapuchre, Lamjung Himal, Dhaulagiri and other surrounding peaks

  • Experience unbelievable Gurung and many different culture

  • Many Buddhist Monastery and Hindu temples can visit.

  • Visit Pilgrimage famous Hindu Temple Muktinath.

  • Trekking alone with Gurung Village and culture.

  • Day rafting adventure in Trisuli River

  • Wildlife activities in natural heritage sites of Chitwan National Park

Outlined Itinerary

Days

Particulars

Altitude/Time

Highlights

01

Arrive in Kathmandu

1317m

Welcomed you by our representative, transfer to hotel, evening group meeting.

02

Excursion day in Kathmandu

 

Visit Kathmandu Durbar Square, Swoyambunath and Patan Durbar square

03

Kathmandu drive to Pokhara

820m/6-hrs

Scenic drive through the bank of Trishuli & Marshyangdi River

04

Pokhara drive to Bijayapur Khola and horse ride to Kalikasthan

1370m/5-hrs

Panoramic Himalayan, Begnas Tal and rim of Pokhara valley

05

Kalikasthan horse ride to Syaklung

1730m/5/30-hrs

Panoramic views of Annapurna ranges

06

Syaklung horse ride to Chisopani

1550m/6-hrs

Different mountains view with green hills and terraces, home of Gurung community.

07

Chisopani horse ride to Pokhara via Begnas Tal

850m/5-hrs

Begnas and Rupa Tal

08

Pokhara drive to Chitwan via Rafting

 

3-hrs raft at Trishuli River and drive to Chitwan

09

Full day Wildlife activities

 

Wildlife activities, brief by naturalist guide.

10

Chitwan drive back to Kathmandu

1317/5-hrs

Scenic drive to Kathmandu, free evening

11

Excursion day in Kathmandu

 

Farewell meeting & Dinner

12

Departure day

 

Flight onward destination

 

  Cost Includes

Fee: National Park entrance permit & TIMS card
Activities: Sightseeing and biking trekking trip as per itinerary.
Accommodation: 4 night’s hotel in Kathmandu, 2 night hotel in Pokhara and 3 nights Tented/lodges during trekking and 2 night lodge at Chitwan National Park. 
Food: Full board on teahouse [Breakfast, lunch and dinner] during the trekking, Chitwan, 6 breakfasts and one farewell Dinner in Kathmandu.
Staffs: Group Leader/Guide, necessary supporter, horse and horsemen, river guide and naturalist guide at Chitwan
Transportation: Arrival/Departure transfer and surface road-head transportation.
Company & Government’s service charge: All applicable Government taxes & official service charges. And Crew’s, daily wages/salary, food, equipment, air and road-head transportation

  Cost Excludes

- - International flight, departure taxes
- Travel insurance covering with emergency Helicopter rescue
- Personal equipment
- Lunch & Dinner while in City
- Bar bills & Beverages
- Tips/Gratuities for trekking crews
- Temple and Monastery entrance fee while sightseeing in city
- Optional activities
And unforeseen expenses which are out of control by Nepal Adventure Point
 

 

  Detail Itinerary

DAY 01: Arrive in Kathmandu: Upon arrival at Tribhuwan international airport, welcomed by our representative and transfer to hotel. The remainder of the afternoon is at leisure. A pre trip meeting and briefing will held all together with you at hotel about the daily program activities by company representative and your trip Leader/Guide where you can discuss your final questions all together.

DAY 02: Kathmandu Excursion: After breakfast the day will start with a guided tour of Kathmandu's historical and spiritual key attractions; including the historic Kathmndu Durbar Square, the famous 'Monkey Temple' (Swayambunath) and then finally visit to Patan Durbar square which is situated the heart of the city constitutes the focus of visitor's attraction. In the evening there will be pre-trip discussion where you can meet your group leader/guide then you can ask any questions you may have.

DAY 03: Kathmandu drive to Pokhara: Our guide pick you up from your hotel and transfer to the tourist bus station and drive approximately 6/7 hours to Pokhara (200km) through the beautiful river view & Nepalese countryside to reach the Pokhara. You will be arriving late afternoon at Pokhara approximately 2:00 O’clock and transfer to the hotel and rest of the time explores the surrounding lakeside areas. From the Pokhara valley you can see one of the most beautiful Himalayan panoramas in the world. The Annapurna and famous "Fishtail" mountain peak of Machhapuchhare tower over the tropical setting of Pokhara and you spend there will be the scenic highlight of your trip. You can also fly from Kathmandu to Pokhara which takes about 25 minutes.

DAY 04: Pokhara drive to Bijayapur Khola and horse ride to Kalikasthan: We horse ride trail starts through rice fields near the Army camp, and then ascends through Rakhi Gaon to a Chautara, a resting place under a large Pipal tree. En-route, you can enjoy the views in panorama. From here the horse ride trails climb gently along a ridge top through the Brahmin and Chhetris villages towards Kalikasthan at (1370m). At the end, you should climb a short distance to the campsite which is situated above the village with panoramic view of mountain, Begnas Tal and Pokhara city.

DAY 05: Kalikasthan horse ride to Syaklung: After breakfast the horse ride trails follow along the forested ridge top walking through the villages. We ride along the ridge of the mountain with good views of Annapurna and Lamjung Himal. This day we can explore many villages and the rhododendron forests. At the end, you could descend gently towards Syaklung. From here, you can see panoramic views of Machhapuchhre, Annapurna ranges, Lamjung Himal and Manasalu.

DAY 06: Syaklung horse ride to Chisopani: We ride through the Gurung village, rhododendron and Sal forest. Half way through the ride there is a 400m descent, then a 600m ascent to arrive at Chisapani. This is the best view point at which to see the Himalayan Panorama. You will see Dhaulagiri to the west of Annapurna.

DAY 07: Chisopani horse ride to Begans Tal then drive to Pokhara : From Chisopani Danda, you descend along the ridge for an hour or so and descend steeply along the stone steps, into a small valley and stream that feeds Rupa Taal. Continue horse ride for a short distance through rice fields, and then make a final ascent to the ridge that separates Begnas Tal and Rupa Tal. This ridge is called Sundari Danda (720m) means pretty Hills. From these hills, your horse ride trek continues climb gently and descends into Begnas Tal Bazaar. Now you can take a vehicle to get back to Pokhara.

DAY 08–10: Pokhara drive to Rafting starting point, Chitwan National Park and drive back to Kathmandu: You will proceed to your rafting destination on tenth day, i.e., to rafting starting point of Trisuli river. You will enjoy whitewater rafting in Trisuli River along with lunch by its side. Later that day, you drive to Chitwan to enjoy the flora and fauna of Chitwan National Park, the oldest national park in Nepal which is situated in subtropical inner Terai lowlands of South Central Nepal. In Chitwan enjoy elephant back safari, canoeing elephant ride and breeding centre visit, bird watching and see wild animals like rhinos, peacocks, crocodiles, deer’s etc. You will visit deep in the national park on elephant back. You will see one-horned rhinoceros, several types of deer, monkeys, wild boar, bison, sloth bear, leopard and, if lucky, the Royal Bengal tiger. After 2-3-hours of elephant safari, you can enjoy canoeing river. Later in the evening, you will enjoy Tharu cultural program. The next day, you will finish your tea/coffee rather fast because you will be going for bird watching. You can have the most thrilling and exciting wildlife experience of your lifetime in Chitwan National Park. You will be back to Kathmandu the same day.

DAY 11: Leisure day in Kathmandu: This full day at leisure to rest, relax or explore the local area in Kathmandu or do a bit of last minute shopping. You also have the option of doing some sight-seeing. Evening will have farewell meeting & dinner at Nepali typical restaurant.

DAY 12: Departure day: After breakfast you will have some free time until the time to leave the international airport for your final departure.

 
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