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Breakfast: 11
Lunch: 8
Dinner: 8
Private Vehicle
Deluxe coach
Hotel: 6 Night(s)
Home Stay: 5 Night(s)

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Millennium Trek

Millennium Trek committee is one of the newly explored and under-rated homestay trekking trail in the western part of Nepal. The concept of this trek commenced from the beginning of the new millennium 2000. Starting from the height of 420m this trek route elevates up to the height of 1709m from the sea level. It is also known as Mid Hill ridgeline trek. It lies on the southeast of Pokhara and northeast of walling Bazaar.

The major attraction of this trek is diversity in the beautiful landscape and extremely impressive views of snow-capped Mountains which ranges from Kanjiroba to Ganesh Himal. The main inhabitants of this region are Gurung, Brahmin, Chhetri, and Magar. Several sightseeing destinations of the trek route includes DhorBarahi Temple, Millennium Cave - an absolute natural cave with unique underground waterfalls, ancient temple, monasteries, and historical forts.

This trek also provides a unique opportunity to learn Nepali culture. While on the trek, visitors can enjoy various cultural activities like Ghatu, Sorathi, Kauda, Salaijo, Jhora, Thado Bhaka and Krishna Charitra, among others.

Altitude is less of the problem here as the highest trek point in this trial is 1709m. This trek offering an opportunity to observe more than 30 colourful villages within Tanahun and Syanja district is absolutely strain-free and anyone physically fit can be a part of it irrespective of the age.

If you wish to trek through nature while staying in a homestay with local people enjoying the local culture and practices yourself then this trek is definitely for you. Experience traditional Nepali village with Millennium Trek!

Trip Code

MT22

Starts

Dulegaunda

Finishes

Majhkot

Duration

12 Days

Difficulty

Easy

Group-Size

2 - 7

Age

Minimum 12

Seasons

Mar-May,Sep-Nov

Elevation

1709 m/ 5607ft

Trip View

4679

Activities

Trekking

Travel Style

Original

Trip popularity

Special Discount

5 %

TRIP FACTS

  • Millennium Trek began from the beginning of this century in 2000.
  • The starting altitude for the trek is 420m above the sea level and the highest point is 1709m.
  • It covers more than 30 colourful traditional villages of Tanahun and Syangja districts.
  • Explore the beautiful views of Himalayan ranges from Kanjirowa to Ganesh Himal.

Why this Trip

It's one of the lowest-altitude treks possible in near Annapurna region. It's also an easy trek in Nepal. It's perfect for those who want to enjoy the culture and tradition of the overlooked villages of western Nepal without worrying about the altitude sickness. Therefore, it's one of the best low-altitude trekking routes in Nepal.

Trip Notes

  • •We reserve the right to change and that the program may be reversed. Things can happen that make it impossible to meet them as planned. If any meeting or plan would not be feasible, we always try to find an equivalent alternative. In Nepal, you always have a plan B and C!
  • •What follows is a general flow of events. Expect the unexpected and prepare to be flexible

Location

Millennium Trek map

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Brief Itinerary

At the arrival section of Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, one of our representatives will be waiting with a placard-carrying your name on it. The airport representative will explain the program upon arrival and escort you to the hotel on a private vehicle. Overnight in Kathmandu;

Meal:

  • Dinner

Accommodation:

  • Hotel

Activities:

  • Airport pick up
  • welcome dinner
After breakfast, the Kathmandu tour begins. Kathmandu valley is an ancient city with a diverse culture and traditions. It has a significant part in the history of Nepal. Home to 7 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, it has been chosen as a cultural and historical site of study and excursions throughout history. We’ll observe some of the UNESCO world heritage sites in Kathmandu throughout a day. Overnight stay at the hotel;

Meal:

  • Breakfast

Accommodation:

  • Hotel

Activities:

  • Sightseeing of UNESCO World Heritage Sites
After breakfast, we leave for beautiful lake city Pokhara. Passing through beautiful villages and landscapes on the way we head to Pokhara. After approximately 7-8 hrs of drive, we reach the beautiful lake city. Overnight stay at the hotel;

Meal:

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner

Accommodation:

  • Hotel

Activities:

  • Drive to Pokhara
Pokhara (city of lakes) is a beautiful city with alluring natural beauty. We will go for a full day sightseeing around the World Peace Stupa, Tal Barahi Temple, Begnas Lake, and others as per your choice. Boating around Fewa Lake is set to be an astounding experience. You can roam around the beautiful lakeside which comes alive in the evening. Overnight stay at the hotel;

Meal:

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner

Accommodation:

  • Hotel

Activities:

  • Guided Pokhara tour
Starting our journey from Pokhara, we drive 22 kilometres towards Gachhepani via Dulegaunda. Gachhepani is located at the Gandaki Zone of the western region in Nepal. It is about 621 meters above sea level. Upon arrival at Gachhepani, we start our trek towards Rajasthal. At Rajasthal we observe the ruins of the palaces of early kings in Nepal. Gachhepani also opens to the panoramic view of nearby villages Dulegaunda, Khairenitar, and Bhimad. At evening, we enjoy the cultural show. Overnight in Rajasthal;

Meal:

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner

Accommodation:

  • Homestay

Activities:

  • Drive to Dulegaunda
  • trekking
After the beautiful sunrise view, we have our breakfast and proceed with our trek to Millennium Cave. Millennium Cave is a natural cave with unique underground waterfalls and historical forts. Continuing with our trek, we reach Gharedi. Overnight in Gharedi;

Meal:

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner

Accommodation:

  • Homestay

Activities:

  • Trekking
On the following day, after breakfast, we continue our Millennium trek and walk towards Pokharichhap. Pokharichhap also is known as “Kolma”, is one of the culturally rich villages of Syangja district located 143 kilometres away from Kathmandu. Enjoying the beautiful sceneries and splendid views of snowcapped mountains, we reach Pokharichhap. Upon arrival, we enjoy the local cultural dance, traditional food and culture. Overnight in Pokharichhap;

Meal:

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner

Accommodation:

  • Homestay

Activities:

  • Trekking
On this day, after breakfast, we head towards Pelkachaur. Pelkachaur is a small village inhabited by diverse ethnical groups like Brahmin, Chhetri, and Magar etc. Overnight in Pelkachaur;

Meal:

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner

Accommodation:

  • Homestay

Activities:

  • Trekking
Today we start our trek to Majhkotsibalaya after breakfast. After a walk of approximately 5 hours, we reach Majhkot (Majkotsibalaya). It is another beautiful village surrounded by hills all around where one can enjoy the local culture, lifestyle and be a part of daily activities such as cooking, washing, drinking, weaving, farming, cattle herding etc. In the evening, we observe local cultural music performance. Overnight stay in Majhkotsibalaya;

Meal:

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner

Accommodation:

  • Homestay

Activities:

  • Trekking
On the very last day of our trek, we have our breakfast in Majhkotsibalaya and descend down to Rambachha. After 3 to 4 hours of easy walk, crossing several beautiful villages we reach Rambachha where a private vehicle will be waiting for pickup. We will then be transferred to Pokhara. Overnight in Pokhara;

Meal:

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch

Accommodation:

  • Hotel

Activities:

  • Drive to Pokhara
Early in the morning, after breakfast, we drive towards Kathmandu from Pokhara. Driving along the Trishuli River, we gradually move along the winding road enjoying the beautiful landscapes of hilly terrains and small houses on the way. After almost 6-7-hour drive, we reach Kathmandu in the evening. Overnight in Kathmandu;

Meal:

  • Breakfast

Accommodation:

  • Hotel

Activities:

  • Drive to Kathmandu
Depending on your flight time you will be transferred to the airport. The airport check-in is 3 hours prior to the departure time.

Meal:

  • Breakfast

Accommodation:

Activities:

  • Airport drop off

FAQS

Yes, our representative will be there to greet you at the airport. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel by a private car/jeep.
Yes, there is going to be a small orientation/briefing program before we embark on our adventure by the tour manager, leader/guide.
For nights in cities, we use standard/superior standard/deluxe rooms whereas, during the trek, we use homestay for our clients, and whatever is available and accessible. We also arrange sleeping bags for our clients, on their request.
We believe in operating small intimate group to provide personal attention and services to our guests. Small groups can enjoy the trek hassle free and enjoy the customized trip according to their need and suitability. We do not incorporate more than 14 People in a group, unless we get special requests from our clients.
Nepal is a safe country for anyone who wants to explore on their own although professional guidance is highly recommended by our team for the safety in remote mountainous lands.
Yes, Nepal can boast as one of the safest country in South Asia for women, you will find people very friendly and respectful towards foreigners especially towards women. Millennium Trek is one of the off beaten village trek and home stay areas where you can find people with respectful and helpful nature with welcoming hospitality towards the trekkers.
We make sure to take security measures during trek to make your trip delightful. We hire experienced and license holding guides to safeguard your life in mountains. We suggest you to follow the guide’s instruction carefully and take responsibility for personal belongings. Always keep your valued belongings near you and lock the door from inside during the night.
Millennium Trek is off beaten village trek where most of the night; we spend on homestay. They provide delicious Dal Bhat (Rice, Lentils and Vegetables) are great way to gain energy for the strenuous trek. We recommend to avoid meat on high altitude
There are plenty of water stations on each stop on the route. You can easily fill up the bottle from the open taps. We recommend that you bring water purifier tablets with you or at least get it from Kathmandu before you depart for trekking. You can also buy mineral waters but we usually recommend tap water which is pure and it helps us not promoting plastic bottled water.
We use private car/jeep/van depending on the size of the group for sightseeing inside the Kathmandu Valley and transfer to Pokhara on private transportation and back.
The best seasons for Millennium Trek are March to May, September to November.
Before coming to Nepal, make sure that you are covered by insurance for about 5500 meters. In case of emergency like altitude sickness, dehydration or any medical condition ask your tour leader to contact us ASAP so that we can manage the rescue team. You then will be transferred to hospital for the treatment.
Trekking is a tiresome activity that requires a lot of physical movement so pack your active wears and trekking pants for at lower altitudes. Weather at high altitude is unpredictable so carry a light weight waterproof jacket along with thick down jacket, pant and thermal innerwear t to escape severe cold. Needless to say that, good shoes are very important for trekking in rough and snowy terrain, so invest on good quality shoes or rent it from us in a minimum price. As you are trekking in remote village, try to wear modest clothes to quickly gel up with the local people without hesitation.
We customize the trip according to your preference but if you need to change plan during the trek, consult the guide.
We contact homestay owner for reservation of the room before trekking on a particular day. On other days, porters reach the destination on advance and book the rooms for you. But there are always going to be exceptions but even in those cases, we may have to be flexible about very basic sleeping arrangements. We always try to make sure that we have everything well arranged.
All our guides are trekking experts holding license from Nepal Tourism Board, Nepal Government. They are the most valuable assets of the company. Guides know the trekking route like the back of their hand and use their expertise in ensuring your safety in the mountains.
While trekking in higher lands, you need to pay for charging the electronics upon request to the owner. The best idea always is to bring your own power bank with you. It's easier and cheaper.
Whilst trekking in Millennium region, you can make local and international calls from telephone provided by the guesthouse/teahouse owner after paying certain amount directly.
If you need extra day to complete the trekking, you'll need to inform the guide in advance and the guide will let the company know. Adding a day to trekking can result in many changes in other arrangements such as transportation, guides' schedule, flight details, hotel bookings and all, so we really don't recommend this to our clients unless there's an emergency cases. But it's true that those changes could be made but it will cost extra. The best way to do it is to inform the agent company about it.
Before coming to Nepal, make sure you are covered for diphtheria & TB, hepatitis A, hepatitis B, malaria, typhoid, polio and tetanus. Make sure you are in best shape to complete the trekking without any complication.
Usually, we have to walk about 6-8 hours a day. But it should not be taken as certain thing because the hours of walk depends on client’s speed. So it is really relative.
To confirm your booking, a deposit of 15% of total trip amount is required if you are booking at least a year in advance before trip departure date. If booking is made between 100-364 days before the trip departure, you'll need to pay 20% to confirm the trip. If payment is made between 99-60 days, 25% of the total trip amount will need to be paid and if booked between 59-30 days, 50% of the total trip amount needs to be paid and finally, if you are booking 29 days prior to trip departure, then 100% payment should be made. The payments can be easily made by the bank transfer. The due balance is payable on arrival in Kathmandu with cash (preferably USD/EURO) or card on POS/credit card machine. Please note that non refundable fee is 10% or $200 whichever is greater.
No, you cannot use the credit card during the trek. You have to withdraw the money before you start the trek. You can use credit card only in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
You have to carry your personal bags with water bottle and medicines remaining bags will be carried by porters to make you easy to trek. The weight limit for porters is 15 KG..

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