The Royal Trek is one of the short trek follows a shrub like path along the foothills of Annapurna, north of the Pokhara valley. This route was used by HRH the Prince of Wales Prince Charles was in 1980. The scene from the first campsite overlooking the entire Pokhara valley offers mountain spectacular views Annapurna and Lamjung Himal, in the south east and can see chain of lakes. This Royal Trek provides the opportunities for meaningful cultural experiences with the diverse mix of peoples and cultures that inhabit this region. The journey of Royal trek begins in the beautiful lakeside city of Pokhara passes through beautiful Gurung hamlets. During the trek, we are able to enjoy stunning views of the eloquently built hillside rice terraces, and the magnificent view Annapurna range, Machapuchhre [fishtail] and the Langtang Mountain. The trip finally ends at the scenic Begnas Lake which is about 30 km west of Pokhara City.
The Royal trekking trip is basically recommended for beginners who are restricted by time to trek longer. This Royal trek presents a true picture of uniqueness and allowing us the chance to capture the traditional lifestyles of the tribes whose ancient religious practices and traditions have remained unchanged for thousands of years. Compared to other trekking areas in Annapurna region, Royal trekking route is less crowded, so you can get more close to nature, culture and lifestyle.
Meet our representative at the airport who will transfer you to the Hotel. Hotel checking-in and go for sightseeing tour. Overnight in Kathmandu.
After breakfast drive for Pokhara, takes about 6 hours by road. The beautiful scenery will make our drive interesting. Arrive in Pokhara, hotel check-in and then you will be free for your own activities. Evening, you will be taken for an hour boating trip on the Nepal’s Largest Fewa Lake. Overnight in Pokhara.
A road trail starting in rice fields near the army camp. Then ascends through Rakhigaun to Chautaara, a resting place under a large papal tree. The trail climbs gently along a ridge top through Brahman and Chhetri villages towards Kalikastan at 1370m. Depending on the time that you start walking, you can camp either before or after Kalikastan. Both campsites are on ridge tops with good mountain views, including of Machhapuchhare and Annapurna.
The trail follows along the forested ridge top through Thulokot to Mathi Thana, where there are a few teashops. There is a short climb, then the trek reaches Naudanda. Continue along the ridge to a school at Lipini village, then make a steep but short climb through forests to the Gurung village of Ahaklung at 1730m.
The Himalayan skyline continues to change as the route comes abreast of Annapurna ll, Lamjung Himal, Manaslu and Himalchuli. FromShaklung, the trail drops steeply down the south side of the hill to a large tree, a chautaara, several teashops and a police check-post. This is a trail junction, trails lead west to Begnes Tal and east to the Marsyangdi Khola. The Royal trek rout climbs towards Chisopani, winding around the back of the hill to the village short distance above Chisopani is a high knoll where there is a small temple. This is Chisopani Danda (danda means ridge top) and there is a camp here with splendid mountain views.
From Chisopani Danda, descend along the ridge for an hour or so, then descend steeply on the stone steps, into a small valley and a stream that feeds Rupa Tal. Continue for a short distance through the rice fields, then make a final ascent to the ridge that separates Begnas Tal and Rupa Tal. On a wide path that you will share with many local people. From the ridge, descend into the Pokhara valley, joining the road at the crowded, dirty and noisy Begnas Bazaar. Take a taxi or a bus for the 12km, 30 minute drive back to Pokhara.
After breakfast, drive back to Kathmandu takes about 5 hours of drive. Arrive Kathmandu, transfer you to the hotel and after that you will be free for your own activities. Overnight in Kathmandu.
In the morning, you will be free. Afternoon we will drop you to the Kathmandu International Airport for the departure flight to home.
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