15 Days Annapurna Experience Tour | Bandipur, Sarangkot & Dhampus Villages of Nepal

Trip Overview

This 15 day Annapurna Experience Tour is a relaxed holiday trip to experience the best of Nepal in a reasonably relaxing pace. Your trip route through the landmark destinations of the country including Kathmandu valley including Bhaktapur, Namobuddha in the east of Valley, Bandipur, Pokhara with Annapurna Foothill villages Dhampus and Sarangkot, and Chitwan National Park makes it the most special holiday trip. Given trip activities and the destinations you visit - we call it an Annapurna Experience Tour. 

Trip Info 

Itinerary Overview

You’ll explore the culture and heritage of Kathmandu and Bhaktapur, visit charming hill towns like Bandipur and Dhampus, enjoy mountain views from Sarangkot, spend time by the lakeside in Pokhara, and experience wildlife activities in Chitwan National Park. It’s a well balanced journey that combines culture, village life, nature, and safari adventure without requiring a high altitude trek.

This 14 Nights 15 Days Annapurna Experience Tour takes you from the temples and stupas of Kathmandu into the peaceful hill villages that surround the Annapurna range. After heritage sightseeing in Kathmandu, we continue to Namobuddha and Bhaktapur, then travel west to Bandipur, a beautifully preserved Newari hill town. From there, we head toward Naudanda, Dhampus, and Sarangkot for gentle foothill walking with close-up views of Annapurna and Machhapuchhre. From Sarangkot, we descend to lakeside Pokhara for boating, sightseeing, and a relaxed pace of life, before continuing to Chitwan for jungle activities and wildlife experiences. We then return to Kathmandu for a cable car ride to Chandragiri Hills and conclude the holiday with a farewell dinner before departure.

Here is a quick look at how your 15 day Annapurna Experience Tour unfolds:

• Day 1: Arrive in Kathmandu, airport transfer, and overnight stay at Hotel Mulberry.

• Day 2: Kathmandu heritage sightseeing including Pashupatinath, Bouddhanath, Swayambhunath, and Kathmandu Old Town.

• Day 3: Drive to Namobuddha with a stop at Panauti; visit Namobuddha Monastery and nearby village areas.

• Day 4: Enjoy the village surroundings, then drive to Bhaktapur for guided exploration.

• Day 5: Drive to Bandipur and explore the cultural hill town.

• Day 6: Drive to Naudanda and hike to Dhampus.

• Day 7: Hike from Dhampus to Australian Camp and Kande, then transfer to Sarangkot.

• Day 8: Leisure day at Sarangkot with sunrise and Himalayan views.

• Day 9: Descend to Pokhara and enjoy boating on Phewa Lake.

• Day 10: Full day Pokhara sightseeing including Pumdikot Shiva Temple, World Peace Stupa, Gupteshwar Cave, Devi’s Falls, and the International Mountain Museum.

• Day 11: Drive to Chitwan and enjoy village activities and sunset views.

• Day 12: Full day Chitwan safari activities including jeep safari, canoeing, and cultural performances.

• Day 13: Drive back to Kathmandu and take the cable car to Chandragiri Hills.

• Day 14: Return to Kathmandu city, enjoy free time, and attend a farewell dinner.

• Day 15: Breakfast and departure transfer for the onward flight.
   

Why You Will Love This Trip

• Bandipur Hill Town: You will enjoy walking through the quiet car free streets of Bandipur and seeing its beautifully preserved Newari houses. We also take time to enjoy the peaceful hilltop atmosphere and lovely Himalayan views.

• Sarangkot Sunrise: You can start the day with a beautiful sunrise over Machhapuchhre and the Annapurna range. This is one of the most memorable mountain view experiences of the whole trip.

• Gentle Walking and Relaxed Pace: The walks on this trip are comfortable and enjoyable. We keep the pace relaxed so you can fully appreciate the scenery, village life, and mountain views without strenuous trekking.

• Pokhara and Phewa Lake: You can relax by the lakeside in Pokhara, enjoy boating on Phewa Lake, and explore some of the city’s popular attractions. This part of the trip offers a calm and refreshing break.

• Chitwan Wildlife Experiences: You will experience a different side of Nepal through jungle activities and wildlife encounters in Chitwan. This adds variety and adventure to the holiday.

• Chandragiri Cable Car: You can enjoy a scenic cable car ride above the Kathmandu Valley and take in wide Himalayan views. It is a memorable final mountain experience before returning to the city.

• Smooth and Comfortable Travel: We take care of the arrangements from your airport pickup to your farewell dinner. This allows you to relax and enjoy the journey with confidence and comfort.

Altitude & Activity

This is an easy to moderate holiday, with altitudes ranging from 415 m in Chitwan to 2,551 m at Chandragiri Hills, the highest point of the trip. The 15 day holiday tour moves at a relaxed pace with short to moderate driving and walking activities eachday. 

Accommodation and Meals

Throughout the trip, you will spend 3 nights at Hotel Mulberry in Kathmandu, 1 night at Namobuddha Resort, 1 night at Hotel Traditional Bhaktapur, 1 night at Old Inn Bandipur or similar, 1 night at a mountain lodge in Dhampus, 2 nights at Sarangkot Mountain Lodge, 2 nights at Hotel Barahi or Temple Bell Boutique Hotel in Pokhara, 2 nights at Hotel Green Park in Chitwan, and 1 night at Chandragiri Hills Resort. Meals are included according to the itinerary, with breakfast included on all mornings, 3 lunch and  7 Dinners.