 Standing on a plateau, just beyond Panauti about 40 km away from Kathmandu, is a small sleepy settlement of Balthali village which rests at the junction of Roshi and Ladku Khola rivers. High above the southern ridge of this exceptional hamlet stands Balthali Village Resort (1650 m) - an outstanding place of isolation and relaxation amidst a surrounding of typical Nepali countryside with terraced rice fields and ochre thatched farm houses. With snow peaks of Dorjee Lhakpa,Langtang and whole range of mountains rests clear and bright on the northern horizon. Whilst the back yard is dominated by high hill of lush green Mahabharat Range which makes Balthali village Retreat - a perfect for solitude and then to relax midst a countryside where times stands still , upper-turbid , almost like the middle ages . This is a place to rediscover what nature does to your soul....................
The area surrounding the Balthali Retreat is thickly forested with luxuriant growth of various floras. Colorfull rhododendron, magnolia and Sal trees cover the hills that undulate and open out to terrace fields. After dusk a myriad of flickering of lights below the valley of Balthali Village comes alive. Nature lovers and birds watcher can spend days exploring and discovering some exceptional species of wildlife, tradition and culture.
Trip Itinerary :
Day 01: Meet our representative at Kathmandu International Airport and transfer to Hotel.
Day 02 : 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 Patan city of fine arts. Return to the hotel.
Day 03: One hour drive from Kathmandu to historical and holy town Panauti. Then visit Hindu temple Indreshwor, which is eight hundred years old, very famous for it's very intricate woodcarving. You also find here status of Sun God Surya, Moon God Ghandra etc. You also find here crematorium (ghat), where a dead body is cremated. Panauti is totally renovated by French aid. Afterwards drive to Khopasi about 4 Km then luggage will be carried by hotel staffs or by jeep. And you will walk about one hour up to the Resort. Also for those who like walking, a long time from Panautii to the Resort can be arranged. A easy walk through rice & Potato field to the Resort takes about 3 hours.
Day 04: This morning your tour starts through the terraces field and you will reach Buddhist stupa, Namo Buddha, one of the holiest site for the Buddhists. It is believed that the ancient Buddha was born here as a Prince. From here you have a nice view of Gauri Shanker and other peaks as well. Then return to the Resort crossing Rosi Khola (river) through a hanging bridge. The day tour takes almost five to six hours.
Day 05: After breakfast you start to walk down to Ladku Khola where you have
an opportunity to see the seasonal fishing activities of the villagers. Walk up to Lukuwa danda(1850m) for birds eye view of the whole Balthali Village area. From here you have a nice view of Himalayas Annapurna to Mt.Everest. .Also the thick greenery forest of Mahabharat range which stands in front of you. Then after you returned to the Resort through the bushy trail, it takes five to six hours.
Day 06: This day you get to visit a typical Tamang Village Dada gaun where theBuddhist folks have been living. The place is very secluded from the modern world. Here the people as well as animal live together. Then walk to Pada Gaun (2100m.) from where you have an extremely goad view of long range of Himalayas .On the other side you also have a beautiful views of green forest of Mahabharat. Almost, which stands very close to you. Afterwords walk to Karthali, a hamlet of nature and then along the (Ladku) river banks back to the resort. It takes about five hours.
Day 07: Drive to Kathmandu and overnight in hotel.
Day 08: Transfer to airport for onward journey.
Cost Includes :
- 2 nights hotel in Kathmandu B / B
- All meals during trekking [3 meals a day + tea & coffee]
- Kathhmandu Valley Sightseeing
- English Speaking trekking guide and porter
- All ground transportation as per itinerary
- Insurance for all staffs
- Trekking permits or national park entrance permits
Cost Excludes :
- Airfare domestic / international
- Hard / Soft Drinks like alcohol and coke and mineral water
- Any kind of personal expense / Helicopter rescue
- Personal travel and medical insurance
- Tips for guide / porter / sherpa
For more details,Please contact us.
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