Annapurna Ghorepani Poonhill Trekking

Overview

Day by day itinerary

1. 1Day 01:Arrival at Kathmandu, Tribhuvan International Airport (1,300m/4,264ft)⌄

   Nepal Horizon Trek & Expedition Airport Representative will meet you outside the airport terminal hall. Please, look for our airport trek & expedition play card. You will be transferred to the hotel and introduced to your trekking guide. Stroll around the bustling city of Thamel in the evening.

   Meals: Breakfast

   Overnight: bouget hotel in kathmandu

2. 2Day 02:Kathmandu: Sightseeing and preparation for the trek (1,300m/4,264ft)⌄

   After breakfast, we proceed for exploration tour to cultural and religious sites in Kathmandu. We explore the UNESCO world heritage sites: Pashupatinath Temple – the holiest temple located on the bank of sacred Bagmati River, Swayambhunath (2,000 years old monkey temple), Boudnath Stupa – the biggest Stupa architecture in the world! Patan Durbar Square (oldest city in Kathmandu valley with ancient culture and tradition). The sightseeing tour also covers Durbar Square, the Krishna Temple, the Kumbheswore temple, the golden temple and many more.

   Meals: Breakfast

   Overnight: bouget hotel in kathamndu

3. 3Day 03:Drive from Kathmandu – Pokhara (910m/2,986ft) – 5 – 6 hour drive⌄

   After morning, we drive via private car to Pokhara through the spectacular countryside and follow the down steam of Trishuli River. Trishuli River is famous river rafting for travelling with family & beginner. Upon arrival at Pokhara, we will be transferred to the hotel at Pokhara. Free afternoon in Pokhara.

   Meals: Breakfast

   Overnight: Overnight at star hotel in Lakeside Pokhara

4. 4Day 04:Drive to Nayapul and trek to Ulleri (1,950m/6,395ft) via Tikhedhunga (1,495m/4,905ft) – 3 – 4 hours trek.⌄

   After breakfast, drive along the zigzag route to Nayapul, the starting point of the trek. We trek to Birethanti – a large riverside village located at the confluence of the Modi and Bhurungdi Kholas. Next we climb above to Sudame along the off road and then rise gradually up to the side of the valley to Tikhedhunga. Now we move head and cross suspension metal bridge to make steep climb on a stone staircase to reach the village of Ulleri. It is amazing landscape of valley floor which exhibits the amazing view of Annapurna South and Hiunchuli.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: T house in mountain

5. 5Day 05:Tikhedhunga – Ghorepani (2,850m/9,35ft) – 5 – 6 hours trek⌄

   After breakfast, we continue our trekking through the dense forest of rhododendron and oak. The spectacular scenery around will energize you to continue taking up the steps. After couple of hours walk and several breaks, we reach Ghorepani. Upper Ghorepani (Deurali) exhibits the mesmerizing views of Dhaulagiri and the Annapurna Himalayan range.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: Overnight at teahouse in Ghorepani

6. 6Day 06:Hike to Poon Hill (3,210m/10,528ft) and trek back to Nayapul. Drive back to Pokhara ( – 6 – 7 hours then trek⌄

   After early morning breakfast, we hike up for 45 minutes to reach Poon Hill (3210m/10530ft). This scenic uphill route offers the fascinating glimpse of rhododendron forest. As reach the grassy summit of Poon Hill, we get the unobstructed view of sunrise over the high Himalayas and panoramic view of Dolpo to the far western region, Mt. Dhaulagiri, Annapurnas, Machhapuchhre (fish tail) and Manaslu. After some magical moments in Poon Hill, we trek downhill to Nayapul. Here we catch a private vehicle to take short drive back to Pokhara.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: Overnight at star hotel in lakeside

7. 7Day 07:Pokhara – Kathmandu (1300m/4,264ft) – 5 – 6 hour drive⌄

   After morning breakfast, we drive back to Kathmandu via same route we used previously. Upon arrival, we dive back to hotel and take our time to rest and refresh. We enjoy the free day or catch up on some last minute shopping or explore any physical landmarks. In the evening, we attend farewell dinner hosted by Nepal Horizon Treks & Expedition in typical Nepali restaurant with cultural shows.

   Meals: Dinner · Breakfast

   Overnight: bought hotel in kathmandu

8. 8Day 08:Departure⌄

   It’s your last day in Nepal! Take some breakfast and if you wish, you can catch last-minute shopping Kathmandu. Our airport representative will transfer you to airport with plenty time before your flight home. Farewell!!