After the months of planning and preparation the wait is finally over! You will need to check in at the International Airport 2 hours prior to your flight. On arrival you will be met at Kathmandu airport and transferred to the Radisson Hotel. A pre-trek briefing will be given around 5pm where arrangements will be made for the distribution of your kit bag, sleeping bag and down/fiberfill jacket. Tonight we will head out as a group and enjoy a welcome dinner at a local restaurant. Overnight Radisson Hotel

Meals:  D

Today we will explore some of the cultural and historical highlights of Kathmandu. Our exploration will include some of the main points of interest including the Hindu temple Pashupatinah, the Boudhanath stupa and Durbar Square. Our exploration will give us a greater understanding of the history and culture of the Nepali people before we head into the mountains tomorrow. Lunch and dinner today will be at the students expense. Overnight Radisson Hotel

Meals:  B

This morning we take a flight west to Pokhara, Nepal's second largest town (820 m). On arrival we have the opportunity to explore Pokhara town for an hour before we transfer to the roadhead to start our trek to Dhampus. We immediately leave the main road and ascend steeply towards the ridge where we gain panoramic views of the Annapurna mountain range in the distance. The scale of the imposing mountains astounds us as we gaze at the adjacent peaks of Machapuchare (6993m), Hiunchuli (6441m) and Annapurna South (7219m). Following a ridge through fields and clumps of bamboo we soon arrive at the village town of Dampus, the first stop on our trek. Villagers in the region may greet us with "Namaste", the traditional Nepalese greeting as we explore the surroundings of the local community. Overnight wilderness camp

Meals:  B,L,D

The views over breakfast are excellent, and morning generally offers the best opportunity to view the huge peaks. As we walk, the peaks of the Annapurnas will be visible through the scattered rhododendron forest, offering a sample of the trek to come. We leave the periforal trails behind and head into spectacular wilderness as we reach Deroli (2200m) We can get our first views of Dhaulagiri, the world's 6th highest peak. We take lunch at Forest Camp, and after our longer uphill morning session, this afternoon will be a more gradual ascent to our wilderness camp. Overnight Kooker Wilderness Camp

Meals:  B,L,D

Our trail winds through terraced fields and mixed oak and rhododendron forest. We drop down into Landruk where we stop for refreshments before continuing our journey traversing down towards Modi Khola River. We follow the valley whilst slowly gaining altitude. We enjoy the beauty of the Himalaya at a relatively close range and observe the glaciers flowing from them to form the rivers below us. It really is a magnificent location and a photographer's delight. We come out of the woodlands forest and set up camp near Jhinu Danda. Overnight Jhinu Danda Wilderness Camp

Meals:  B,L,D

Today is only a short distance looking at the map however it is a decent days walk. Our trail winds in and out of the forest and up onto ridge lines as we make our way towards our campsite. Our destination today is a beautiful spot for camp gaining us lovely views of the mountains. Our trail meanders uphill through fields and into the forest of rhododendron and magnolia. We pass by waterfalls that cascade down narrow gullies that provide the perfect home for many small ferns and delicate plants. Tadapani is a clearing in the forest and a rest place for porters. We make camp here and observe the local people as they travel by. This afternoon we will consult our maps and study the distance we have traveled as well as where our trek will take us over the coming days. Overnight Tadapani Wilderness Camp

Meals:  B,L,D

Our walk today joins the old Tibet-Nepal trade route. The trek offers excellent views of the Dhaulagiri range as the trail zigzags until we reach Ghorapani. This is a sizeable town complete with interesting markets and bazaars. We have the chance to wander through the trading areas this afternoon before heading to bed early in preparation for our early morning climb on Poon Hill. . Overnight Ghorapani eco lodge

Meals:  B,L,D

This morning we wake early for our steep climb to the famous view point of Poon Hill. From Ghorepani a pre dawn 45 minutes mostly staired climb brings us to the summit of Poon Hill (3200m). The view of the Himalaya from here are tremendous, with forested foot hills as a fore ground and some of the world's greatest mountain ranges surrounding us. The glow of the rising sun catches Dhaulagiri, Nilgiri and Annapurna, making the early morning rise more than worth the effort. From Poon Hill we leave the larger trail and traverse along old Yak herder trails towards Lespar. Today we have a long days trail and will have time to make rest breaks as required. The scenery affords stunning views. Overnight permanent campsite

Meals:  B,L,D

This morning we rise and have breakfast before we head out on the trail for our trek to the project site at Bukha. Our trek will only take 4 - 5 hours so on arrival we will have time to inspect the site and discuss the work that awaits us. We will set up camp that will be our home for the next 4 nights. The project work will be determined after consultations with the local villages heads and school community. Last year the St Kevin's students completed the flooring work for two new classrooms with the help of a local labour force as well as building and renovating all the desks and chairs for the class. The project work att he school may involve: Mixing the cement and setting in place. Levelling the fresh cement to create level flooring All outside plastering work for the new two classrooms Create new furniture for the classrooms Paint the old furniture (bench/chairs) of high school Proof and paint the new classroom buildings inside/outside Overnight wilderness camp

Meals:  B,L,D

Over the next 3 days we will be working alongside the local community helping improve the local school, Shree Bukha Daurali, and grounds. The project is set up alongside our Travel, Give, Grow concept offering unique experiences to help foster respect for the natural world as well as the diverse peoples and cultures that live in it. This style of travel helps develop confidence, resilience, tolerance, problem solving abilities, team work, fitness and key life skills. The students will be responsible to put together a presentation on their lives to show to the local students in a culture sharing program. There will be the opportunity in the afternoon to organise some local sporting games with the local students that may include cricket, soccer and volleyball. Our accommodation will be camping

Meals:  B,L,D

This morning we finish any work required at the project before saying goodbye to our new friends and handing the project back to the local community. It is a wonderful rewarding experience looking back on the work that we have completed and often a sad experience as we leave our new friends. We then trek out to the road head and drive to Pokhara. Overnight permanent eco-campsite

Meals:  B,L,D

After breakfast we will transfer to the airport for your flight to Kathmandu. On arrival transfer to your hotel. This afternoon we will have the opportunity to explore Kathmandu before enjoying a final group dinner.

Meals:  B,D

Today you will be transferred to the airport for your Thai Airways flight to Melbourne.

Meals:  B

Meals:  Nil