WALKING & HIKING
NEPAL
ANNAPURNA CONSERVATION AREA
Fishtail Mountain
NEW DELHI
DAY 1 A local expert introduces us to the complex history of Kathmandu • Stroll this bustling city where ancient relics meet modern influences. » Dwarika’s Hotel - Premiere DAY 2 A scenic flight delivers us to Pokhara, a gateway city to the Himalayas • Hike to our first mountain lodge, set under the watchful gaze of sacred Fishtail Mountain • Interact with local villagers and get to know a former Gurkha. » Tomijong Lodge - Casual DAY 3 Hike in the shadow of the dramatic Annapurna Massif Trek along the famed Annapurna Trail • Stop in at a trailside teahouse for a pick-me-up. » La Bee Lodge - Casual DAYS 4–5 Jagged spires create a spectacular backdrop for a hike • Cross over a river to Ghandruk, hailed as one of the most beautiful villages in Asia • Sip a drink on our abode’s panoramic terrace beneath the towering Himalayas. » Snowland Lodge - Casual DAY 6 Hike down to a handcrafted lodge on the Modi River, where lunch is served with stunning views of Fishtail Mountain • Soak up the majestic beauty of the Himalayas from your private balcony at our peaceful lodge. » Sarangkot Mountain Lodge - Casual Plus DAYS 7–9 Fly to Chitwan National Park, a refuge for endangered animals • Join a 4x4 jeep safari for the chance to spot elephants and very occasionally, elusive tigers • Meander downriver on a sunset longboat cruise. » Taj Meghauli Serai - Premiere The Himalayas, home to the world’s tallest mountains. Vibrant Kathmandu. Trailside tea stops. Jungle wildlife. Fascinating culture. An adventure of countless high points. Trekking in the Himalayas to Chitwan National Park NEPAL LODGE-TO-LODGE
Ghandruk
Landruk
Kathmandu
Tomijong
Sarangkot
Phewa Lake
Begnas Lake
Pokhara
From/To Kathmandu
Meghauli Serai
Rapti River
CHITWAN NATIONAL PARK
INDIA
9 DAYS ACTIVITY LEVELS 2-4 ACCOMMODATIONS Casual & Premiere $6,199 to $6,899 per person double occ. + $500 internal air CHOOSE A TRIP FOR • Couples, Friends & Solos shown here • Your Private Group Price & availability varies based on date & group size o \ Search NPLW on backroads.com OUR GUESTS SAY IT BEST “ We are obsessed with Backroads. Love the value, the service, the activities, the ‘special’ stuff that happens along the way, the leaders who are so knowledgeable, and the ‘like minded’ guests/friends that we meet on the trips.” DANA STEELE | TIBURON, CA
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