Fitness Level: low to medium
Every day presents the ‘wow’ factor.
Nepal provides extreme experiences … contrasts from truly inspiring to truly confronting. “However”, Lyn says, “it is contrast that moves us through life and creates learning and expansion. I must say I returned home with energy and a lovely feeling of connection, with me!
Variety is presented in the itinerary where we travel from Kathmandu, to Nagarkot, to Chitwan, to Pokhara and then to the amazing Himalayan mountains and Rhododendron forests, finishing with Ayurvedic massages and steam baths”.
Lyn goes on to say “A country such as Nepal, which seems to have so little, in fact has so much in many aspects. I found myself in a state of quiet, slow paced, being in the moment. I felt a deep sense of appreciation, gratefulness and acceptance.” She continues, “Yes, there is extreme poverty and corruption. However, once we were out of Kathmandu, and opened up to country Nepal, we settled into a more relaxed and accepting mode. It was such a delight to be amidst the Nepalese people who we found to be so very kind, caring and thoughtful, trustworthy, honest and hardworking. It was an honour to walk together with them.”
The age range of the group is generally around 35 to 75. The trek, along with all the adventures included in the tour, are suited to most levels of fitness. There is never any rush, we purposely create the itinerary so, as a group we can stop and smell the roses!! We are big on flexibility and if something will work better in that moment, we are happy to change it.
We end our adventure in Pokhara and utilise the Ayurveda Health Home for daily Ayurvedic massages and steam baths. This is incredibly beneficial, inspiring, educational and informative. We leave this amazing country feeling healthy, energised and well prepared for whatever is awaiting us at home.
I hope you are ready and able to come on the next amazing journey to Nepal. Please be aware that booking early ensures your place and also gives you big savings on your air travel. Small groups are our specialty.
Couples are welcome, including non-yoga partners.
DATE
Pending safety whilst Covid 19 is still active, this may be postponed until 2022
4 to 22 October 2021 – 18night/19day (includes travel time)
LOCATION
Hotel Ambassador – Kathmandu
Country Hotel – Chitwan
Tuki Resorts – Pokhara
GETTING THERE
RATES
Early Bird – book prior to 1 April 2021
Prices will be reviewed February 2021
To Be Reviewed .. AUD$4300.00 TwinShare – Save (AUD$95.00)
NonShare (if available) – Add $300
Book after 15 March 2021
To Be Reviewed .. AUD $4395.00 TwinShare
NonShare (if available) – Add $300
DEPOSIT
A deposit plus comprehensive travel insurance (not included in price) is required at time of booking
AUD $ 800.00 per single
AUD $1400.00 per couple
FINAL PAYMENT
Full payment required 10 weeks prior to departure
PART PAYMENT SCHEDULE
A wonderful way to create your holiday with ease is to pay a small monthly payment. For example : $3995 minus $800 Deposit = $3195 divide by 9 months = $355 per month. Contact Lyn to arrange a schedule suited to you.
This service is FREE.
PLEASE NOTE: If you are travelling alone and wish to book twinshare, please be aware that this can only happen if another single person (of the same gender) wishes to twinshare as well. If this scenario does not happen, upgrading to nonshare will be necessary. This will incur an additional cost. We always do our best to accommodate all clients preferences.
Please call Lyn if you have any questions.
TRAVEL INSURANCE
Travel insurance is compulsory. Sunshine Yoga & Health can assist with your insurance. Please contact Lyn for further information and cost.
AIR TRAVEL
Air travel is NOT included in your package. However, we arrange your flights with a very experienced travel consultant Kurt Hufer. He makes this a wonderfully stress-free experience!
VISA
A travel visa is required to enter Nepal. This is purchased prior to leaving Australia. Lyn will assist with this.
CANCELLATION AND REFUND POLICY
Payments and deposits are non-refundable. Compulsory comprehensive travel insurance with a cancellation component, covers costs with a valid and accepted reason for non travel.
Please contact Lyn for details and set-up, adjusted to your requirements
ITINERARY
DAY 1 : 4 October : Arrive Kathmandu
Overnight stay in Hotel
DAY 2, 3, 4 : 5, 6, 7 October : Chitwan
Road trip to Chitwan, settle into hotel.
Dinner and a Cultural Program with Traditional Dance at the local hall.
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner provided each day
Enjoy the Jangal Safari through the Chitwan National Park.
Ride down the river in a dug-out and a leisurely walk through national park.
Walk to the river at sunset and enjoy a wine and be mesmerised by the view.
DAY 5 & 6 : 7 – 8 October : Bandipur
Breakfast
Depart and travel to visit the school and present the children with gifts donated from Australia and Nepal.
Travel to hotel at Bandipur, that sits high on the hill. Dinner and an early night.
DAY 6 : 8 October : Pokhara
Breakfast.
Depart for Pokhara and settle into hotel.
Free time
DAY 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 : 9 to 14 October : Poon Hill 6-day Trek
Breakfast.
Depart Pokhara and head to the pickup point to start the trek .
All meals provided on the Trek.
TwinShare only available.
ALTERNATE ITINERARY IF NOT TREKKING – Based in Pokhara
You will have a guide to take you out each day. Itinerary provided with booking
DAY 12, 13, 14, 15 : 14 to 17 October : Pokhara
Settle into hotel after returning from the Trek.
Breakfast each morning at the hotel.
Ayurvedic Health Home – daily massage and a steam treatment
Sightseeing, shopping and leisure time. Tours in Pokhara as outlined above for non-trekking clients, can be arranged for the trekking group (additional cost).
Additional treatments at the Health Home can be arranged. Highly recommended. Ask Lyn for the costs.
Lunch and dinner at the Health Home are fresh-made and authentic Nepalese food. We can eat there if desired – the cost is minimal.
DAY 15, 16, 17, 18 : 17 – 20 October : Kathmandu
Breakfast.
Fly back to Kathmandu (cost not included in package deal)
Transport to Dr Rishi’s Ayurvedic Health Resort for 5 days of Pancha Karma
DAY 18, 19, 20 : 20 to 22 October : Kathmandu
Travel back to Kathmandu City
Visit Monkey Temple
Free time
INCLUSIONS
NON-INCLUSIONS
A non-refund policy applies. Travel insurance with a cancellation policy will cover any cancellation that has a valid and accepted reason for not travelling.
REQUIREMENTS
ACCOMMODATION
The accommodation is varied. A combination of 4-5 star hotels in the cities and towns. On the trek it is motel-style and more rustic.
Twinshare and Nonshare rooms fully appointed with bathroom.
MEALS
Meals are mostly healthy traditional Nepalese food. Western food is not easily available.