Panchase Danda Trek
Panchase Danda Trek
$850
Tour Overview
This 10 days tour Including Kathmandu and Pokhara sightseeing (Panchase Danda Trek) is one of Nepal’s easier treks, making it ideal for families, the elderly, or hikers who just want to enjoy nature at an easier destination. Every day of hiking is short, at around four to five hours, meaning there is plenty of time to stop and appreciate the views, take photographs, and relax in the local villages at the end of the day to witness or even participate in local Gurung, Magar and Brahmin village life. Major highlights of Panchase Danda Trek is including the beautiful forest through which we trek and the expansive mountain views. The forests in the Panchase Danda area are very biodiverse, and much of this is classified as a protected forest. Especially a large number of orchid species, at over 100, so keep an eye out for the beautiful flowers. Three over 8000 meters mountains we can see from several points along with the route Mt. Dhaulagiri, Mt. Annapurna I, and Mt. Manaslu as well as from Panchase Peak, as can a number of less high Himalayas, such as Mt. Machhapuchhare, Lamjung, and Gangapurna. Panchase Danda trek is an easy trek for people of all ages, however, a moderate fitness level is preferred. A short and easy hike to Panchase will surely invigorate you in the Himalayas of Nepal ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrival in Kathmandu (1,350m) & transfer to hotel.
Location: Kathmandu
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Dinner
Once you arrive at Tribhuwan International Airport Kathmandu, Sherpa Expedition and Trekking representatives will kindly receive you and take you to your hotel at Thamel, in a tourist vehicle. Sherpa representatives will brief you about the trip. After checking in the hotel you can take a rest or explore this vibrant and exciting city. ...more ...less
Day 2 - Kathmandu Valley & trek preparation.
Location: Kathmandu
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today after breakfast, We will start our sightseeing. A specialized tour guide and a comfy private car will be available for your assistance. Begining our sightseeing trip, we will visit the biggest Hindu temple of Nepal, Pashupati Nath Temple, which predates to Lichhavi period. Then after we will move to Boudha Nath, and Swayambhu Nath, shrines of lord Buddha, uniquely built-in Stupa style architecture. This evening we will be spent at Kathmandu Durbar Square, testimonial of middle-age architecture, and return back to the hotel.
Day 3 : Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (8,50m) Duration: 6-7 hours.
Location: Pokhara
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After having breakfast, at 6:30 am Your guide will pick you up from your hotel and escort you to the bus station. The tourist bus to Pokhara leaves at around 7: 00 am. The scenery along the road is dramatic and you will see the river, valleys, cascading rice terraces, and rocky gorges. You will reach in Pokhara, check-in hotel, in the evening, you can enjoy leisure boating on the scenic Fewa Lake and see the reflection of the Mount fishtail and Annapurna Range on the crystal clear water of the Lake. Overnight at 3-star category hotel.
Day 4 : Drive to Shanti Stupa and & to Pumdi Bhumdi (1,500m) Duration: 5-6 hours.
Location: Bhumdi
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today we will drive to Khare Khola or Peace Pagodas stupa, built in an attempt to unite people from all over the world and promote world peace. As well as being an impressive sight in itself, from this vantage point we also get stunning views over mountains, Phewa Lake, and the city below. After a chance to wander rounds this truly peaceful stupa, trek through the village of Lukum Swara. The final climb of today takes us up to Bumdi village, this village is home to Gurung and Brahman people, where we will spend our night.
Day 5 : Trek from Pumdi Bhumdi to Panchase Bhanjyang (2,065m) Duration: 5-6 hours.
Location: Panchase Bhanjung
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Leaving Bhumdi, the trails today enter into the dense forests where the mountains from Annapurna Himalayan Range peek out of the trees giving us wonderful hiking experience. While trekking we will have three of the 8,000er in the background. This trail is one of the easiest trails to witness some of the mountains. we will stay overnight at the local teahouse.
Day 6 : Hike to Panchase Peak (2,500m) viewpoint & trek to Bhadaure; Duration: 7-8 hours.
Location: Bhadaure
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today, we will hike to Panchase Hill to observe the view. We can also reach Panchase early in the morning to observe magnificent sunrise over the mountains. We then begin to trek down towards Bhadaure where you will experience people of different cultures like Gurungs, Brahmins, and Kami living together. We reach Bhadaure after passing Aldana. We will spend our night at Bhadaure.
Day 7 - Trek from Bhadaure to Naudanda & drive to Pokhara (8,50m) Duration: 5-6 hours.
Location: Pokhare
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
After breakfast we trek down the stone steps to the town of Bhadaure, and continue on to the jeep trail that takes us across a small stream and through regular villages, where we will get the chance to interact with locals and children will ask for chocolate! On reaching Naudanda the trail will rejoin the highway and our car will be waiting to pick up us and drive you back to Pokhara.
Day 8 - Explore Pokhara Valley
Location: Pokhara
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, we will go for the Pokhara valley sightseeing where you get to ride a boat in the Fewa Lake and visit the Bindabasini temple. Explore the Mahendra cave and visit the Seti River Gorge. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 9 : Drive from pokhara to Kathmandu (1,350) Duration: 6-7 hours.
Location: Pokhara
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After having breakfast we drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu, we head up to Dumre, Mugling, and Kurintar where Nepal's first Cable car is operated to reach Manakamana Temple, this is a temple Hindus temple where most Nepalese come to have their wishes granted before leaving home or getting married. After arriving at Kathmandu, you can rest in your hotel room or engage yourself in buying souvenirs. Also, you can spend your time in Thamel - the tourist center of Kathmandu.
Day 10 : Transfer to international Airport for your final departure.
Location: Tribhuvan International Airport
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Sherpa Expedition and Trekking team will drop at the Tribhuwan International Airport terminal with sufficient time to check-in for your flight. We hope that you had an incredible time in Nepal and encourage you to share your experiences with us on Trip Advisor or email. We welcome all feedback and hope that you had an experience of a lifetime with us! Have a safe flight! Namaste!
What's Included
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Accommodation
Three Nights accommodation in Kathmandu and Pokhara. (3 night's Kathmandu/ 3 night's Pokhara) Twin/double shearing accommodation in the mountains during the trek.
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Airport Transfers at Destination
All airport pick-up & drop off by private vehicle (international and domestic) Bus transportation from Kathmandu to Pokhara and back to Kathmandu. Private transportation from Pokhara - Peace Pagode and Naudanda to Pokhara. Kathmandu and Pokhara city sightseeing by private car.
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Guide & Porter
English speaking, government licensed guide with all his salary, food, drinks, accommodation, transport and insurance Trekking Porter (One Porter for two-people)
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Meals – Full Board
Three meals a day; breakfast, lunch, and dinner during the trek
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Tims & Permit
Annapurna Conservation Area Permit and Trekkers’ Information Management System (TIMS card)
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Additional service
Down jackets-sleeping bags and comprehensive medical kits. An arrangement of emergency evacuation service (should have insurance for emergency evacuation and will be paid by your travel insurance company)
What's Not Included
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International Flight & Visa Fee
International flight fare. Nepal entry visa fee.
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Drinks with Meals
All the alcoholic and nonalcoholic hot and cold drinks. Meals in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
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Personal Expenses
Battery charging and hot shower during the trek on the tea houses. Your personal expenses.
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Tipping and Gratuities
Tips for the guide, porter, and driver (Tipping is expected).
Check out our Q&As
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What currencies are required for this tour?
Nepalese
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What is the fitness level required to do this tour?
Panchase Danda is an easy trek not require fitness level.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
No, you cant joing the tour once it has departed.
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Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?
Yes, your booking amount will be contributed to the charity.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
TAAN, NMA, TripAdvisor, TourRadar, NTB
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
No documents will be provided before you Travel.
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What essential documents/items do I need to bring with me?
You must bring a valid passport (must be valid for up to 6 months, keep an extra photocopy just in case), a copy of your travel insurance, cash, flight tickets, emergency contact numbers of insurance and family members and any medications.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Yes, we operate a single share option and you need to pay extra if you're a solo traveler as a single supplement.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Our company has been trading since 1977 A.D
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Will somebody come to pick me up at the Airport upon my arrival?
Yes, our Airport Representative will come to the airport to pick you up. Outside of Terminal Hall, he/she will be displaying a play card of Sherpa Expedition and Trekking Team Pvt. Ltd. with your name on it. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to hotel or our office.
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Does Sherpa Expedition and Trekking pvt. ltd accepts credit cards?
Yes, we accept Visa and Master Card for payment (not American Express). The bank will be charge 4.5 % extra to paying by cards.
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Can I get Nepal visa on arrival or online?
Yes, you can get on arrival tourist visa at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. Most of the people can obtain visa on entry to Nepal. There are some countries visa will need to be organised prior to travelling. $30 USD for 15 days of visa from the date of issue, $50 USD for 30 days and $125 USD for 90 days tourist visa.You can apply visa online.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes, the accommodations included meeting local health and safety regulations.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
You can easily change your holiday date easily even after you have once booked.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Sherpa Expedition and Trekking staffs like a guide, porter, and other staffs will be your travelling companions on the tour.
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What currency should I bring to Nepal?
We advise you to bring US dollars /British pound s/Euros to pay for your visa, trip cost and other expenses. Most major currencies are usually accepted also. It is always better to travel with US dollars.
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Free Date Changes
Sherpa Expedition & Trekking allows you to make 30 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 10 days before the start of the tour.
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Low Deposit
Sherpa Expedition & Trekking requires a minimum deposit of 30% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 30 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of sherpa expedition & trekking charges.
Up to 45 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
Panchase Danda Trek
10 Days Starting and ending in Kathmandu
Visiting: Kathmandu, Pokhara, Bhumdi, Panchase Bhanjung, Bhadaure, Pokhare
Tour operator:
Recommended For:
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 10
Age range:
0-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Kosher, Vegans
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Adventure Tours, Camping, Luxury, Small Group, Walking Hiking and Trekking