Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1337m)

You will be welcomed to Kathmandu, the capital city of Nepal renowned for historical monuments, Hindu Temples, and Buddhist Stupas/Monasteries. We meet our guests at the Tribhuvan International Airport. A representative will be waiting with a Himalayan Vacation Treks and Expedition placard with our guests’ names displayed. After dropping luggage at the hotel,

 Day 02: Sightseeing in Kathmandu (1337m)

A local guide will be available. According to your wishes, the guide will escort you for sightseeing. Sightseeing may include the Kathmandu Durbar Square, Pashupati, Boudha, Patan Durbar Square, and the Swoyambhu areas.  Starting after breakfast, usually at 9.00am, the exploration of Kathmandu Valley can continue until 4.00pm. Lunch and dinner, you will be responsible for.

Day 03: Kathmandu – Pokhara (827m) – Beni(900m) 7-8 hours’ drive

This day, we travel for 6-7 hours if we are going the bus. But if we are going by air, it will take just 35min to fly from Kathmandu to Pokhara. Immediately after you left Kathmandu you climb to the pass over the mountain ridge that surrounds Kathmandu valley. If it is a clear day, you can enjoy the phenomenal view of Ganesh Himal, Lamjung Himal, Manaslu and Annapurna on the way. The road descends to about 400 meters and runs along the Trishuli River. Sometimes you can see a group of people in rafts in the Trisuli River. The bus stops for lunch on the way. Finally, you reach Pokhara the most beautiful city of Nepal by the afternoon. After Pokhara, we drive a few hours to Beni where we spend the night in a lodge. From today onwards, after the dinner or before we go to bed, the Himalayan Vacation Treks and Expedition trekking guide will take a report and give a briefing in every evening about the trek that we are going to make next day.

Day 04: Beni (900m) – Sinbang (1607m) 3-4 hours’ drive

Today we drive from Beni to Sinbang offers a scenic journey through the mid-hills of western Nepal along the bank of Myagdi river. The road gradually climbs from the Myagdi river valley, passing terraced farmlands, small Magar villages, and lush green forests. As the vehicle winds along narrow hillside roads, travelers can enjoy views of traditional houses, local farms, and distant mountain landscapes. The trip reflects the rural charm of Myagdi District, giving visitors a glimpse of everyday life, natural beauty, and the peaceful countryside along the route.

Day 05: Sinbang to Boghara (2080 m) 5-6 hours

Today our walking begins from Sinbang to Baghara follows a scenic rural trail through the mid-hills of western Nepal. Starting at Sinbang, the route gradually descends along narrow footpaths that pass through terraced farms, small villages, and patches of forest. We cross several small streams and walk alongside ridgelines that offer views of surrounding hills and valleys. The trail is commonly used by local villagers for daily travel, so we may meet farmers, livestock, and children along the way. As we approach Bagar, the path widens slightly and the landscape opens into cultivated fields near the riverside settlement. The trek is generally moderate and provides a glimpse into traditional hill life and natural scenery

Day 06: Boghara to Dobhan (2440 m) 5-6hours

Today, we will cross a number of big and small streams on the way. Also, we see some shepherds’ huts instead of a village in this area. Cattles are herded in this region in summer. We come to see a small memorial park with the name of two deceased climbers carved in a stone plate and placed on the shrine. We view a great waterfall that rushes into three stages into the Myagdi Khola on the way. The path is mossy so we need to be careful while walking. We have lunch at a large Kharka (green pasture) and then head to Dobang. We cross a dense forest where the path goes up and down. Over some streams, we cross through a log bridge, if not we cross the stream where the water is shallow or we jump over it from the narrow point. Dobhan where we gonna camp is a large clearing in the forest. We can view the Konaban Peak (6570 meters), Myagu Matbi (6273) and snowy slopes of Dhaulagiri I from Dobhan.

Day 07: Dobhan to Italian Base Camp (3660 m) 4-5 hours

Today we walk on steep, muddy, mossy and slippery path to Koban Khola, landslides in several places, so an adventurous but beautiful beginning of trekking because of a beautiful jungle. After an hour we cross a major landslide on. There is now a good path. We walk through crossing a wooden bridge over Myagdi Khola. The path on the bank is composed of mud, water and rocks. So, several difficult path toady. After crossing the Choriban Khola, we reach the lunch spot, Chartare, from where we can view of the valley below us. After lunch again we walk through the forest. We cross American base camp and then for the last part the adventurous trekking today, we climb slowly up to the Italian Base Camp crossing wooden bridge in several places which is a nice and beautiful place with a few huts.

Day 08: Italian Base Camp acclimatization day

Today is acclimatization day. We rest over here in the Italian Base Camp to adjust our body with altitude atmosphere. We can view wonderful scenes around here. We may have windy weather over here. If we are lucky, then sometimes we may see the herd of blue sheep here from here. We can view the Dhaulagiri III (7715 meters), Dhaulagiri II and western side of Dhaulagiri I from here. Himalayan Vacation Treks and Expedition guide and other staffs recheck for the camping/trekking gears/equipments today keep them up to date.

Day 09:  Italian Base Camp to glacier camp (4280 m) 5-6 hours

 Today our path goes to downhill to Myagdi Khola in the beginning which sometimes is covered by snow. We walk along the glacier which is full of gravels and rubbles. In the far away, we see the something like a gate between the Dhaulagiri I and II. We may see the rare Himalayan blue sheep. Many beautiful waterfalls here but they may be in the frozen state; hence they look like organ pipes.  We cross the moraines of the glaciers in several places. Finally, we make camp in the spot called glacier camp today. It is very windy weather over here almost all the time. For drinking water, we may have to heat and melt the ice balls in autumn during the trekking in those high camps.

 Day 10: Glacier camp to  Dhaulagiri Base Camp (4748 m) 3-4 hours

Todays’ route from Glacier camp to Dhaulagiri base camp keep on changing due to glaciers. However, we need to walk crossing the glaciers or along a side of the glaciers seeking the routes ourselves. In some places, we may see the cairns of stones, the special marks left by the previous trekkers showing the path ahead. The trekking leaders know about it. We can view the Tukuche Peak (6920 meters) so beautiful while trekking. We have a wonderful view of the eternal ice of the glacier Chonbarban and Dhaulagiri west icefalls. We pass the pyramids of ice; foothills of the glacier between the Dhaulagiri and the Tukuche. We proceed to Dhaulagiri Base Camp which is located in the corner of Dhaulagiri valley. The panorama from here is grand. We view to the north the glacier towards the French camp to the east the Tukuche Peak, Dhaulagiri to the south, to the southwest of Dhaulagiri VI, II and III above Chhonbarban glacier is very very nice view.

Day 11: Dhaulagiri Base Camp (DBC) Rest/Acclimatization Day 4748 m)

Today we have rest for a day in the DBC to acclimatize because we are going to trek for little higher the next day. We can view the Dhaulagiri II, III & V from this place. It is an icy & windy area. From here we can witness the ice fall in near distance.

Day 12: Dhaulagiri Base Camp to Hidden Valley on the French Pass (5360 m) 5-6hours

Today we walk slowly uphill and downhill to the French pass. We should not hurry but keep on walking slowly. We cross several moraines on the way. The leaders/guides carry ice axe so that they can clear the way for us. After an hour of walking flattens the moraine bit and it’s the path more gradually up. The view of the Dhaulagiri I, is seen fantastic trekkers. At the top of the pass, we are greeted by strings of prayer flags hanged by the previous. We too, add some more flags here and take photographs for the evidence we had been here.  Now, to the south Tukuche Peak, to the southwest a pyramid-like mountain called Sita Chuchura (6611 meters), to the north stretches from Hidden Valley to valley above the western wall of the Mukut Himal, to the northeast is to locate the Dhampus Peak. Now slowly we descend to the Hidden Valley (5140m) for our camp for the night. The night will be very cold. The stay will be most adventurous. We may get altitude sickness too. It depends on our health condition.

Day 13: Hidden Valley to Yak Kharka (3680m) 6-7 hours

Today our trek gradually climbs to the Dhampus for about one and a half hours until 5244 meters. From the Dhampus pass, we have beautiful views of the Hidden Valley and in the east Nilgiri and Annapurna Himal. The weather is windy almost all the time after the noon here. So, we need start to leave the area early. We can have a magnificent view of Mustang the range of Tibetan plateau. Also, we can get the view of the Thorong La and the Kali Gandaki, the deepest valley in the world from this area. In the northwards, we can see down the valley of Jomsom. We head to Yak Kharka (the meadow of Yak) for the camp.

Day 14: Yak Kharka to Tatopani (1190) via Marph (2670m) 3-4hours walking & drive 2/3 hours

Today we head to Marpha, a beautiful village in the mountain. In the beginning, we walk through the Yak trails from Yak Kharka. We see the shepherd’s hut on the way. After several days of the trek in the past, we come to a very beautiful place, Marpha, where the routes to the Annapurna Circuit Trek, Mustang trek, Jomsom-MuktinathTrek meet. Those routes are nicknamed by Coca Cola trek in this region because Coca Cola is found here.

After having launch in Marpha, we hire vehicle & drive to Tatopani. From Marpha to Tatopani takes us through one of Nepal’s most scenic Himalayan valleys. The journey follows the Kali Gandaki River, passing traditional villages, apple orchards, and dramatic landscapes between the Dhaulagiri and Annapurna ranges. Along the way, we experience changing terrain—from the dry, windswept Mustang region to greener hillsides—while enjoying views of snow-capped peaks and local Thakali culture. The trip ends at Tatopani, a small-town famous for its natural hot springs, where we can relax after the adventure trek.

Day 15: Tatopani –Pokhara (822) 3-4 hours’ Drive

After breakfast, we take a locally run vehicle (bus or jeep) to Pokhara. From Tatopani to Pokhara offers a scenic journey through the diverse landscapes of Nepal. As the road winds away from Tatopani’s hot spring area, we pass terraced hillsides, traditional villages, and flowing rivers. The drive gradually descends from the mountainous region toward greener valleys, revealing views of forests, suspension bridges, and bustling roadside towns. As we approach Pokhara, the scenery opens into a peaceful lakeside city known for Phewa Lake and stunning Himalayan backdrops, making the journey both adventurous and visually rewarding.

Day 16: Pokhara resting (822m)

Pokhara is a great little city to recover from the fatigue of a journey. The climate is extremely pleasant, the views magnificent. You can swim and sail in a boat to the other side of the lake. You can do well in all kinds of incredibly tasty dishes in the numerous restaurants. And there is anything for sale in the many souvenir shops.

Day 17: Pokhara to Kathmandu    6-7 hours travel by tourist bus

Today we travel to Kathmandu by bus that takes about 7 hours in generally reach Kathmandu in the afternoon, so we still will have some time to look around, go shopping and to prepare ourselves for the flight back to home country.

 Day 18: Rest/Shopping in Kathmandu or Bhaktapur (1401m) Sightseeing 3-4 hours

This day is free too. If you wish, a sightseeing trip to the ancient temple/king’s seat of the world heritage site of incredible Bhaktapur can be arranged.  The tour lasts 4 hours, and will cost an additional upcharge. In the evening, a Farewell Dinner is given by Himalayan Vacation Treks and Expedition.

 Day 19: Departure from Kathmandu (1337m)

Today, we check the list of all necessary documents and goods of our guest. We confirm the flight tickets before 72 hours of departure flight. We advise our guest to put passport and tickets at their handbag for convenience. Himalayan Vacation Treks and Expedition staff representative will take our valuable guests to the airport (3 hours prior to your flight) and bid goodbye. It will be not only goodbye, but also the welcome for next visit to Nepal.