Honeymoon in Nepal

Activities: We will meet you at the airport and drive you to your hotel, just relax for the rest of the day to recover from your long journey.

Highlights: Bustling Thamel, an array of restaurants, bars and shops.

Accommodation: Kathmandu 3 star hotel.

Highlights: Pashupatinath, Boudhanath Stupa, Swaymbhunath and Patan Durbar Square, cultural and historical sights of the Kathmandu Valley.

Accommodation: Kathmandu 3 star hotel.

Hours of walking: 3.

Difficulty: Easy.

Elevation reached: 2840m in Lukla and 2610me in Phakding.

Terrain: Flat and downhill, well developed paths, stone steps.

Views on offer: Amazing Himalayan views on approach to Lukla.

Highlights: The breathtaking flight between the mountains.

What’s to see?: The traditional Sherpa people and Buddhist shrines

Accommodation: Basic Teahouse.

Hours of walking: 6.

Difficulty: Moderate.

Elevation reached: 3440m.

Terrain: Rocky and dirt tracks, stone steps, mostly uphill, gradual with some steep inclines.

Views on offer: Spectacular approaching views of Namche Bazaar, snow capped peaks and the river valley.

Highlights: The colourful Sherpa town of Namche Bazaar – the gateway to the high Himalaya and crossing some impressive suspension bridges over the river valley.

What’s to see?: The milky waters of the Dudh Kosi River, thick rhododendron, magnolia and fir tree forests, herds of yaks carrying supplies.

Accommodation: Basic Teahouse.

Hours walking: 4.

Difficulty: Easy – moderate.

Elevation reached: 3962m at Mountain View Hotel, 3790m at Khumkung.

Terrain: Hilly, grassy trails, some steep inclines and flat tracks.

Views on offer: Everest, Lhotse, Lhotse Shar, Taboche Peak and Ama Dablam.

Highlights: Your first sight of Everest!

What’s to see?: Khumjung Edmund Hillary School, Sherpa museum, shops and markets around Namche Bazaar.

Accommodation: Basic Teahouse.

Hours of walking: 5

Difficulty: Moderate.

Elevation reached: 3860m.

Terrain: River bank path, some steep inclines, some flat and some short descents.

Views on offer: Kwangde, Nuptse, Lhotse, Kangtega, Ama Dablam and Everest.

Highlights: Tyangboche monastery, magnificent panoramic views from Tyangboche.

What’s to see?: The Lamas and Monks in the stunning Tyangboche Monastery, ornate wall hangings and a 20 foot statue of Lord Buddha.

Accommodation: Basic Teahouse.

Hours of walking: 5.

Difficulty: Easy.

Terrain: Steep descents, stone steps, rocky trails and grassland

Views on offer: The River Valley and snow-capped peaks in the distance.

Highlights: Returning to this vibrant Sherpa town.

What’s to see?: Check out the local markets, bars and restaurants.

Accommodation: Basic Teahouse.

Hours of walking: 7.

Difficulty: moderate.

Elevation reached: 2840m.

Terrain: By the banks of the river, stone steps and some descents and last ascents up to Lukla.

Views on offer: The glistening river amidst a mountain backdrop.

Highlights: Last day of walking in the Khumbu region. Well done, you completed your trek!

What’s to see: Thick forests, an array of birds and some final views of the mountains.

Accommodation: Basic Teahouse.

Highlights: Another breathtaking airplane ride on a twin-engine otter amidst the mighty Himalayas.

Accommodation: 3 star hotel in Kathmandu.

Highlights: Boating on the Phewa Lake, the peace and tranquility by the lakeside, the spectacular views from the lake and relaxing in the many cafes and restaurants by the lakeside.

Accommodation: Pokhara 3 star hotel.

Highlights: Sunrise over the mountains in Sarangkot. Climbing to the Peace Pagoda across the lake and enjoying the views from on top of the hill. You could even go paragliding over the lake if you are feeling daring!

Accommodation: Pokhara 3 star hotel.

Ride a car to Chitwan that takes about 6 hours.

Highlights: Jeep Safari into Chitwan National Park to spot the wildlife; you may be lucky to see crocodiles, rhinos and many species of birds, even a Royal Bengal Tiger! Canoe ride on the Rapti River, a trip to the elephant breeding centre, helping to bathe the elephants, bird watching, a cultural dance show and jungle walks.

Accommodation: 3* lodge.

Highlights: Staying in the beautiful Gokarna Forest Resort where you will have an Adam and Eve spa package, especially for couples, and a romantic dinner in beautiful settings in the evening. A perfect way to end your adventurous honeymoon in Nepal.

Accommodation: 5* Gokarna Forest resort.

Goodbye and farewell from Nepal!