Dhaulagiri Base Camp and Hidden Valley Trek - 19 Days

Today is your arrival day in Kathmandu! We heartily welcome you to the country of the Himalayas. A team member will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel. You will be brought to our office after checking in to the hotel and getting a refreshment. We will have a briefing session on the Hidden Valley trek commencing the day after tomorrow. Then in the evening, we will enjoy dinner together at Kathmandu’s finest cultural restaurant. Dream of the offbeat and adventurous trekking holiday in Nepal- Dhaulagiri Circuit Trek and have a sound sleep.

Included: Airport pick up and Kathmandu Hotel with breakfast

After breakfast, we will escort you to Pashupatinath- the largest Hindu Temple of Nepal in a private vehicle. The temple dedicated to the supreme Hindu God, Shiva banks Bagmati River. At Pashupatinath, you will get to see exceptionally carved statues and idols of Hindu deities, a long row of Shiva-Lings, series of small temples and the golden hood at the top of the main Temple is truly fascinating. Moreover, an opportunity to witness the Hindu Death ritual at Aryaghat Pashupatinath is an offbeat cultural experience. After the exploration of Pashupatinath, we will walk along the busy streets of Kathmandu to Boudhanath. A large domed shaped Buddhist stupa, Boudhanath holds huge religious significance among the Tibetan Buddhists of Nepal. A major shrine on ancient Indo-China trade route Boudhanath offered blessings to traders and scholars for a safe journey through the high Himalayan passes to Tibet. Saffron robed monks circumambulating Boudhanath, colorful prayer flags touching the skyline from the dome pinnacle to the base of the large monument and the and outlets selling Tibetan souvenirs make this place a true Tibet outside Tibet. Post lunch the sightseeing tour continues to Kathmandu Durbar Square. The exemplary wooden and stone craftsmanship at the site makes a place the prominent attraction for tourists. The stone-paved streets, pagoda-style religious monuments inclusive different Hindu deities are the cultural delights of ancient and medieval Nepal at Kathmandu Durbar Square. Today’s final destination for sightseeing tour in Kathmandu takes you to Swayambhunath. A self emerged Buddhist stupa lies on a hilltop overlooking Kathmandu with its watchful eyes. You will get to experience more about Tibetan Buddhism at Swayambhunath. After the full day; a sightseeing tour a private vehicle will escort you to your hotel.

Included: Day sightseeing and Kathmandu Hotel with breakfast

Everything set for the go towards the trek starting point, Beni. We start early on a tourist bus that drives on the snakelike Prithivi Highway to Pokhara. The drive is fun. Rural culture can be very well observed throughout the drive and the glimpses of adrenaline junkies enjoying white water rafting at Trishuli River can be seen in scores. Between 2 and 3 in the afternoon, we arrive at Pokhara. Now, we board a public vehicle and continue to hit the roads. This time the road is narrower and has more bends. However, the landscapes are wonderful. At around six in the evening, we arrive at Beni. Check in to the hotel in Beni and go for the sleep quite early as tomorrow the exciting and challenging Dhaulagiri Circuit Trek begins.

Mountain Accommodation with Full board of meals (breakfast, lunch, and Dinner)

Though the trek begins today, we still have three hours to travel on a four-wheeler. Enjoy the breakfast and board a public Jeep. On the mishmash road, the jeep goes ahead bumping and honking- this part of the drive is truly fascinating as only a few nations in the world can have them and Nepal is one of them. It is unique, thrilling and wonderful. As the road ends, we unboard the vehicle and begin to trek right away. Today’s trek is just an introductory to wonderful Dhaulagiri Circuit Trekking. We cross pass terraced farmlands and lush vegetation on the trail beside Myagdi Khola to arrive in the school playground at Darbang. It is a short trek of 3-4 hours but a great one. We set our camps in the playground.

Included: Mountain Accommodation with Full board of meals (breakfast, lunch, and Dinner)

The adventures of Dhaulagiri Base Camp or the Hidden Valley Trek begins to unfold today. The real adventure of the trek begins with the uphill climb to the ridge, which caters to incredible views of wide hillsides of terraced fields. Savoring the view of rushing Myagdi River, we slide down to the riverbed and trek on to traverse through the villages like Phedi and Takam. We descend for quite a while and arrive at Dhara Khola, which we cross over a narrow bridge. Crossing the bridge is a surprise as we need to conquer the steep uphill climb to get into our destination, Muri. A village inhabited by the Magar tribe is culturally authentic and also caters to the magnificence of Himalayan panorama. Overnight in a tent at Muri.

Included: Mountain Accommodation with Full board of meals (breakfast, lunch, and Dinner)

Our trek today is a typical trekking day in Nepal. Dhaulagiri Base Camp or the Hidden Valley Trek drops down to Dhola Khola and right away gains elevation over to the pass on the ridge at Gorban Khola. Mt. Ghustang majestically rises the valley, which is a great view from the pass. Descending to Myagdi Khola to climb up and down several times, at the end of day’s trek we arrive at Bagar via beautiful and narrow gorges. Overnight in a tent at Bagar.

Included: Mountain Accommodation with Full board of meals (breakfast, lunch, and Dinner)

Let the troublesome part of Dhaulagiri Base Camp Trek begin today. Traversing through the temperate forest for hours, we encounter lots of leeches hunting for our blood. However, a few parts of the day’s trek have dry trails. The uphill trek on the trail above Myagdi River on the stony staircases takes us to Simal Kharka. Cross pass the beautiful Hot Springs and Single Hut and get to Lipsaba. Now the leech-infested part of the trek begins. Cross passing the cascading waterfall, dense rhododendron forest, and high pastures, we traverse through the temperate forests up and down and arrive at the campsite, which is a jungle camp full of leeches.

Included: Mountain Accommodation with Full board of meals (breakfast, lunch, and Dinner)

Let us gain some elevation today. Beginning the trek, we cross Myagdi River and instantly climb uphill on a steep trail to the land of glacial moraines and arid land that stretches out from Mt. Dhaulagiri. Then, we slide down to the river, cross it and begin to penetrate the temperate forest. This part of the Hidden Valley Trek offers an excellent view of the Dhaulagiri West wall. Emerging out of the temperate forest we move into the low alpine forest that comprises rhododendron and conifer woodlands and reaches above the treeline, which is our campsite-the the Italian Base Camp. The ideal site to dry our stuff, the camp also caters the striking views of the southwest face of Dhaulagiri I looming above flanked by Mt. Manapati (6380m) to the south whereas; the gigantic rock forts of Tsaurabong Peak (6395m) and the elevated Dhaulagiri II Dhaulagiri III and Dhaulagiri V dominate the western skyline.

Included: Mountain Accommodation with Full board of meals (breakfast, lunch, and Dinner)

A rest day for acclimatization before heading towards elevated Dhaulagiri Base Camp and French Col. is a necessity. However, the rest day at Italian Base Camp can be used for hiking around.

Included: Mountain Accommodation with Full board of meals (breakfast, lunch, and Dinner)

Today, we will have a relatively short trek. Trekking in the higher elevation needs proper acclimatization and to put extra effort into such treks, where things to support are relatively not that fast to get. So we have designed the trek so carefully that we can enjoy this offbeat trek in Nepal to the fullest. Today as the trek begins, the trail gradually ascends to the glacial moraine. Traverse through it and hit the trail, which is steeper at places. The final push up brings us to Japanese Base Camp 4000m. The camp has negligible signs of human activities but the views of peaks including Manapati, Dhaulagiri, and Tsaurabang are striking.

Included: Mountain Accommodation with Full board of meals (breakfast, lunch, and Dinner)

Dhaulagiri Base Camp Trek or the Hidden Valley Trek, which is also called Dhaulagiri Circuit Trek today asks for something more. We hike across the glaciers and head up to the pass. We trek up to the origin of Myagdi Khola and the Chonbarban Glacier and take a swift bend of the valley, to sight the impressive view of Mt. Tukuche. After 4 hours of walk, we arrive at Dhaulagiri Base Camp. Sitting at the end of the glacier, the base camp offers the striking views of Dhaulagiri I, II, III, V, Tukuche Peaks and the baronial icefall cascading from the northeast Col of Dhaulagiri. Feel the mountain with your hand and set the camps. Overnight at Dhaulagiri Base Camp.

Included: Mountain Accommodation with Full board of meals (breakfast, lunch, and Dinner)

The Hidden Valley part of the trek is achieved today. Beginning the trek, the trail leads us the way out of glacier to the steeply upclimb to French Col via rocky scree. The last section of 100m up to the pass requires the basic climbing skill of ropes. Almost 4 hours of effort put to overcome the drifting terrains takes us to the acme of the French Pass 5360m. Mt. Sita Chuchura and Tukuche Peak West are in the closest proximity to the pass, Dhaulagiri I soars behind them, and Mukut Himal and Tashi Kang decorate the northern sky. But the most beautiful view lies down- The Hidden Valley. So beautiful and so enchanting Hidden Valley is Nepal’s one of the most beautiful places. Slide down gradually to the valley and set your camps at an ideal campsite.

Included: Mountain Accommodation with Full board of meals (breakfast, lunch, and Dinner)

Hidden Valley during Dhaulagiri Circuit Trek is probably the biggest reward. Today we explore around the valley. Ringed by mountains in all directions, the valley is the perfect habitat of Blue sheep. Today, we can explore to the Base Camp of Dhampus Peak and trek back to our camps in the Hidden Valley. Overnight in a camp at Hidden Valley.

Included: Mountain Accommodation with Full board of meals (breakfast, lunch, and Dinner)

Today, we trek for an hour to get the Dhampus Pass. Beyond the pass, we slide down for a few hours on the barren terrains and slowly get into the forested region. While sliding down towards Yak Kharka, we savor the striking frontal view of Nilgiri Range and to the valley floor, we witness the expansion of wonderful Kali Gandaki Valley. We arrive at Yak Kharka and set our camps.

Included: Mountain Accommodation with Full board of meals (breakfast, lunch, and Dinner)

The last day of Dhaulagiri Base Camp or the Hidden Valley Trek slides down the whole day through pleasant forests. Today we enter the trail of famous Annapurna Circuit Trek. At the end of the day’s trek, we reach to Jomsom, which is a major town of the Kali Gandaki Valley and for travelers, traders and pilgrims it is the place to let go all the trek exhaustion.

Included: Mountain Accommodation with Full board of meals (breakfast, lunch, and Dinner)

Today we fly to Pokhara, which is thirty minutes scenic flight from the Windy City, Jomsom. On arriving at Pokhara, we drive to our hotel and set out to explore the city. The mystical Davis Fall, underneath Mahendra and Bat Caves, deep-seated Seti River Gorge and of course the fantastically indelible boating at crystal clear Fewa Lake are the most highlighted must experience highlights in Pokhara. At the end of the day, you will drive back to your hotel.

Included: Pokhara Hotel with breakfast

Today you will drive on the snaky Prithivi Highway to Kathmandu in a tourist coach. Witnessing the rural landscapes dominated by lush vegetation and rushing rivers is full of fun throughout the drive. The rural culture is also a fascinating reward for the ride. 200 kilometers of ride that takes seven full hours will finally bring you to Kathmandu. On your arrival to Kathmandu, you will be transferred to your hotel.

Included: Kathmandu Hotel with breakfast

A free day in Kathmandu after the challenging Dhaulagiri Circuit Trek is a very good idea. Explore around the places in Kathmandu, stroll in the streets of Thamel or simply chill in your hotel- the choice is yours. In the evening, you are invited to a cultural restaurant for the farewell dinner.

Included: Kathmandu Hotel with breakfast

As per your flight schedule, you will drive with our representative to the airport in a private vehicle. Have a safe flight and visit Nepal time and again.

Included: Breakfast and final airport drop