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Balthali Village Trekking
Balthali Village tour is one of the best tourist destinations for those who are relatively looking for easy, short and family trekking with children. This village is situated just beyond to Panauti about 40 km away from Kathmandu . It offers a sun rise in the east, speculating Himalayan range from Manaslu to Mt. Everest in the north, innumerable rice terraces in the west and the huge bodied green forest of Mahabharat range in the south. One of the most important factors of this spot is that it is warm in the winter and cool in the summer. The area of Balthali is cover of various flora, colorful rhododendron forest, magnolia and Sal trees. Balthali village is a perfect place for nature lovers and bird watchers. Nature lovers and birds watcher can spend days exploring and discovering some exceptional species of wildlife, different species of birds, tradition and culture untouched by modernity. Many of the sacred and ancient temples and monasteries such as Namobuddha , Indreshwor Mahadev , Bramayani Temple are located in this region and still needs to be discovered and unveil its mysterious past.
Trip Highlights
One of the finest trekking destinations of Kathmandu valley, Explore the remote and spectacular area of Balthali, Namo Buddha, Dhulikhel, and Panauti, Explore the rare species and rich bio-diversity of the region, warm in the winter and cool in the summer, Breathtaking panoramic mountain views of speculating Himalayan range from Manaslu to Mt. Everest in the north, Himal, & Jugal Himal range in the north & birds eye view rich terraces in the west
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Trek Name:Balthali Village Trekking
Trek Duration: 07 Days
Best Season: February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November are the best seasons. However, July & August are okay and trekking can be done but not so clear visibility due to rain.
Trek Grade: Easy
Accommodation: Home Stay
Group Size: Min.1 to Max 10 persons in a group
Min. altitude: 1150 m
Max altitude: 2400 m
Mode of Travel:Drive: Car/Van/to Dhulikhel
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Tour Itinerary Details
Days 1: Meet at Kathmandu Airport and transfer to hotel
Days 2: Sight-seeing of Kathmandu: Full day’s sightseeing in Kathmandu valley includes the Hindu temple complex at Pashupatinath (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) & the biggest Buddhist Stupa at Boudhanath. Also visit Monkey Temple the Swyambhunath (2000 years old temple) and visit an ancient city of Bhaktapur a world heritage site. From here continue drive to Dhulikhel. You can see the Newari culture and Newari style houses and living style of local people in Dhulikhel over night in a Dhulikhel Lodge Resort. This village is 500 years old. You can see the village Newari culture and Newari style houses and living style of local people in Dhulikhel over nigh in a Dhulikhel Lodge Resort.
Days 3: Dhulikhel to Namo Buddha (1982m.) and then to Balthali (2400m.) After working 3 hours with a view of local villages and nice terraces we will arrive to Namo Buddha a scared Buddhist place where Lord Buddha saved the life of a tiger dying from hunger, by giving him his flesh. From here another 3 hour pleasant work will take you to the Balthali village at the altitude of 2400m. Overnight in a Balthali Village Resort,
Days 4: Explore around a Balthali Village: You can explore around a typical Buddhist village Danda Gaon where a Buddhist community lives. Similarly we can work to pada gaon (2100m) from here you can have a majestic view of whole Himalayan ranges to north and beautiful green forest to Mahabharat Range. After having a pleasant walk come back to Resort.
Days 5: Balthali to Panauti (around 1400m.) And then to Kathmandu: After breakfast continue walk to the Typical Newari village of Panauti . This traditional Newar settlement has a particularly rural character and a variety of farm products are offered for sale throughout the town. Panauti boasts a large number of fascinating temples. This village is connected to our religion. In history they say that under the ground there is only one large atone on which Panauti village rests. There are also several years old temples, from here drive back to Kathmandu .
Days 6: Free day in Kathmandu join Nepali cultural show dinner.
Days 7: Final departure transfer to airport.
Price For The Trip:
The total cost for the trek or tour you decide you want to do will depend on several different factors. The type of accommodation you prefer in Kathmandu and/or Pokhara will make a difference to the overall cost (budget to 5 star accommodation) The mode of transport you prefer will also affect the cost of your package, for example prices vary greatly between flying versus private car/van, tourist or local buses. The number of guides and/or porters required will also affect the total cost of your trek. For these reasons the same trek/tour can vary in price quite substantially.
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Cost Include:
- Airport / Hotel / Airport pick up & drop by private car/van
- 3 night’s accommodation in Kathmandu on a twin sharing bed and breakfast basis.
- Guided Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing tour with English speaking Tour guide, and transport by private car / van.
- All necessary Trekking permits
- Full board meals during the trekking (meals are choices from Menu) Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner).
- Twin sharing Lodges, Guesthouses accommodation during the trekking
- Seasonal fresh fruits like orange, apple, banana and grape etc
- An Experienced & Professional Government license holder Trekking guide trained in wilderness first aid.
- Above The Himalaya’s duffle bag if necessary.
- Group medical supplies (first aid kit will be available).
- Trekking porter carry all personal gear and group equipment( 1 porter for 2 person basis)
- Food, accommodation, salary, local tax, all trekking equipment and medicine for all trekking staff.
- Proper Insurance for all trekking staff including porter.
- All necessary paper works, office Service charge and all Government Taxes
- Comprehensive pre-departure information and trip dossiers
- Above the Himalaya Special Gifts (T shirt, Pashmina shawl, Trekking certificates and others)
- Welcome/Fare well Nepali Culture Dinner in Kathmandu
- All local transportation to and from the starting and ending points by private Car/Van
Cost Exclude:
- Meals whilst in Kathmandu Aprox US $ 10- US$ 12 per day
- Nepal entry Visa Fee (You can obtain a visa easily upon your arrival at Nepal ’s Airport in Kathmandu )
- International/Domestic Airfare and Airport Tax, sightseeing entry fee
- Any kind of Alcoholic, hot and cold drinks, hot water
- Dessert, chocolates, personal shopping, laundry, phone call, internet, Camera battery charging.
- Personal trekking Equipment, travel and medical insurance & helicopter rescue, personal expences.
- Tips and Gratitude (Tipping is expected, but it is not mandatory)
- Any others expenses which are not mentioned on Price Includes section
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