Pantheism was apparently the religion of the early Vedic people. But its seeds seem to have been sown into the consciousness of the brave hearted men and women of today. If you equate your holiday with adrenalin and adventure this is what you need. To qualify ask yourself if you would like to encounter the mystique and the might of the River Ganges. The Ganga comes rushing down from the mountains, passing through Kaudiyala and Shivpuri before it reaches Rishikesh. Here it slows down, before bursting into white water rapids. Rishikesh has a number of rapids with telling names - Roller Coaster, Three Blind Mice, Daniels Dip and Black Money. All these make this area a favourite with rafters. For the millions of Hindus who revere the Ganga, going to Haridwar is the fulfillment of a life's ambition. Here, it is believed Vishnu left his footprint on a rock at Har-ki-Pauri.The city's sights and sounds change with each passing hour. At daybreak people make offerings of milk to the river at Triveni Ghat. Tourists, mourners and pilgrims bathe to the sound of the temple bells. At twilight, as the evening aarti is performed , hundreds of diyas float down the dark river along with marigolds.

The Ganga , the Hindus believe was sent down by Lord Shiva from his locks. Rafting down its waters of wisdom can be more enlightening than what you bargain for- its sheer majesty can be confounding to some. But confronting it can be the experience of a lifetime. For another taste of nature worship with an edge try rafting/kayaking down the rapids of the Kali Gandaki river in Nepal. Throw in a bit of game viewing at the Chitwan National Park, some sightseeing around the ancient and charming Kathmandu valley and you have the ingredients for a memorable holiday. One that will surely satisfy your appetite for life. This tour gives an opportunity to experience overnight stay at our environment friendly tented camps which offer basic accommodation with attached tents for bathing and toilet facilities.

DAY 1 ARRIVE DELHI
Reception at airport upon arrival and transfer to hotel for immediate occupancy. Morning free. Afternoon - combined sightseeing tour of New Delhi and Old Delhi. Visit New Delhi with a drive through the prestigious streets of Diplomatic Enclave then on to India Gate, Rastrapati Bhawan and Qutub Minar (one of the most perfect towers of the Persian world). Visit to Old Delhi includes the Red Fort, Jama Masjid (the largest mosque in India) and Raj Ghat (memorial of Mahatma Gandhi).

DAY 2 DELHI - HARIDWAR - SHIVPURI
Morning transfer to railway station in time to board train to Haridwar. Breakfast on board. Upon arrival transfer to MHE camp set along the banks of the Ganga. Evening free. Campfire, dinner and overnight stay in tents.

DAY 3 SHIVPURI-SINGTHALI-MAHADEV CHATTI
After breakfast drive to Singthali (1/2 hour), the road head to the trek. Trek to Mahadev Chatti in approx 2 hours. It is a steep 20 minutes climb after crossing the river Ganga that gradually flattens to a wide path. This was an old pilgrimage route from Rishikesh to Badrinath. Camp at a river beach at Mahadev Chatti.

DAY 4 MAHADEV CHATTI-VYASGHAT
After breakfast trek to Vyasghat (12kms / 5-6hrs). En-route visit some ethnic Garhwali villages. Vyasghat is a popular spot for fishing in this region. Camp at the river beach.

DAY 5 VYASGHAT- DEVPRAYAG-RAFT DOWN TO BEACH
After breakfast trek to Devprayag (12kms / 5hrs). Devprayag is situated at the confluence of the Alaknanda and Bhagirathi rivers. Commonly believed to be the birthplace of the Ganga, it is an important pilgrimage. Raft down 6-7 kms.

DAY 6 DEVPRAYAG - SHIVPURI
A scenic float down till Kaudiyala and continue to Shivpuri. After Kaudiyala, we hit thrilling rapids namely Wall, Three Blind Mice, Cross fire, Black Money and the Daniels Dip. In the evening campfire and cultural activities followed by dinner.

DAY 7 SHIVPURI
Day free for leisure. Breakfast, lunch, dinner at the camp.

DAY 8 SHIVPURI - RISHIKESH - DELHI
Camp activities like Rock-Climbing, Rappelling, Kayaking, Dune Jumping, Swimming, trekking and beach volleyball are at disposal for your use this morning. Depart for your most exciting day on the river. Negotiating grade 3 and grade 4 rapids like the Roller Coaster and Golf Course provide for an unequalled and unforgettable experience. After a hot buffet lunch served on the beach camp, transfer to railway station to connect train for Delhi. Upon arrival at Delhi transfer to hotel.

DAY 9 ARRIVAL KATHMANDU
Morning transfer to airport to board flight for Kathmandu. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel.

DAY 10 KATHMANDU
Morning, sightseeing tour of Kathmandu City and Swyambhunath Stupa.and after lunch sightseeing of Patan Durbar Square and Tibetan Resettlement Camp.

DAY 11 KATHMANDU - POKHARA
Check out from hotel and transfer to domestic airport for connecting flight to Pokhara. Upon arrival transfer to hotel. Afternoon - sightseeing of Pokhara City.

DAY 12 POKHARA - CAMP
Rafting at Kali Gandaki River. Pick up from hotel and drive out to the foothills of the Annapurna Mountains where our raft's put-in point is at Naya Pul, approx: 3 hrs drive.

DAY 13 CAMP
After breakfast, we pack our camp gears and start full day white water rafting down the river. Kali Gandaki offers some of the finest scenery in Nepal. On a clear day the Annapurna Mountains hang over the river valley. You will pass through exciting rapids called "python rock" "phale bash" "double bend" and "black rock" before a welcome lunch break.

DAY 14 CAMP - POKHARA
The last day finishes with a bang, as it gives us the biggest rapids of the whole trip. In addition to being the biggest, they are also the cleanest, and we can use the skills that we have developed over the last two days to run tighter, more challenging lines. We will finish rafting just before the hydroelectric dam. Drive back to Pokhara and check in at the resort will take us approximately 4 hrs.

DAY 15 POKHARA - CHITWAN
Check out from hotel and drive to Chitwan.Upon arrival check into the lodge. Afternoon - game viewing.

DAY 16 CHITWAN
Jungle activities which include nature walk, canoe ride, elephant safari etc.Lunch and dinner at the lodge.

DAY 17 CHITWAN - KATHMANDU
Check out from the lodge and drive to Kathmandu. Upon arrival check in at the hotel.Rest of the day free for independent activities.

DAY 18 KATHMANDU
Check out from hotel and transfer to the airport for connecting flight for onward destination. Departure Kathmandu.