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11 Day itinerary in Nepal, Asia

Annapurna Panorama Poon Hill Trek

Annapurna Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek is one of the shortest and classic trekking trails in the lower part of the Annapurna region. The trek passes through traditional villages, terraced farms, and rhododendron forests and culminates at the top of Poon Hill (3210m), making a comfortable trek circuit. P... Read More

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Overview

Physical Difficulty

Challenging
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Recommended Age

Everyone

Operated in

English

GUIDANCE

On Some Day Trips

starting point

Kathmandu

trip type

Private

trip attributes

Nature & Wildlife

Start/End

Night

Highlights

1

Hike up to Poonhill to watch sunrise and sunset

2

Spectacular views of Annapura I, Annapurna South, Dhaulagiri, Macchapuchre

3

Visit Ghorepani, Gurung museum and enjoy ethnic Gurung culture

4

Walk through the forests of bamboo, rhododendron, pine and juniper

Itinerary

Mid-Range Accommodation expand_more

Day 1

place Arrival

Upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport (TIA), you will be met by our Airport Representative, and transfer to the hotel.

Meals: Dinner

Day 2

place Kathmandu Sightseeing

We start our sightseeing tour after breakfast; we take you to the Swayambhunath Stupa (Monkey Temple) and tour of Patan City to have a look and study many beautiful and interesting arts and architecture and historic and cultural phenomena. You will proceed to Kathmandu Durbar Square where you will visit Kumari - the Living Goddess of Nepal, Legendary Kasthamandap Temple, Hanuman Dhoka Palace and many other shrines.

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast

Day 3

place Kathmandu to Pokhara 202 km by Private Vehicle

After breakfast drive to Pokhara. It's a very scenic drive that lasts for about 5-6 hrs through the beautiful riverbanks & gorges. After reaching Pokhara you will visit Seti George, Davis fall & Bindubasini temple. Optional Trip Rafting: A 3 hours rafting on the Trishuli river on the way to Pokhara: Starts from Charaundi and ends at Kuringhat

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Day 4

place Pokhara to Ulleri 2200m 5 hrs

One hour drive to Nayapul by private bus we then begin trek to Tikhedhunga We begin our trek from Nayapul, driving to the road head. After 15- minutes short walk along the bank of the Modi Khola, we reach Birethanti (1065m) a large village that has many shops & teahouses. The trail continues through the village. The trail follows the north bank of the Bhurungdi Khola. We then climb steadily up the side of the valley to Hille at 1495m and Tikhedhunga at 1525m. Leaving Tikhedunga, we begin our journey with steep climb to Ulleri. Ulleri is a large Magar village at 2200m.

Guide: Included for the day

Day 5

place Ulleri to Ghorepani 2800m 4.30 hours

The trail continues to ascend more gently, through fine forests of oak & rhododendron towards Banthanti at 2250m. Then we make our trek towards Nangethanti at 2460m. After an hour walk brings you to Ghorepani at 2775m.

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6

place Ghorepani to Tadapani 2680 7 hours

This morning, we will get up early in the morning, and go hiking to Poon Hill. From here you will see a superb view of the sunrise, and a panoramic view of Himalayas, including Mt. Dhaulagiri, Annapurna South, Fishtail, and many others. After visiting Poonhill, we will come back to Ghorepani, have a hot breakfast, and continue walking to Ghandruk. We take lunch at Banthanti or Tadapani.

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation:

  • Mid-Range Accommodation: Teahouse
Day 7

place Tadapani to Ghandruk- 1951m 4 hours

From Tadapani the trail drops down through rhododendron and oak forests, arriving at Ghandruk for lunch. Ghandruk is traditional Gurung Village, and one of the highest permanent settlements in the valley with a tremendous view across to Annapurna South and Machhapuchhare 6097m.

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 8

place Ghandruk- 1951m - Pokhara 6 hours

It's fairly easy to walk down to Saul bazaar the flat until arriving at Nayapool. Private Vehicles will be used for the transfer to Pokhara.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 9

place Drive back to Kathmandu

Drive back to Kathmandu via the same way. Take a rest for a few while then come out for shopping /walking

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 10

place Sightseeing in Kathmandu and Bhaktapur City

We drive you to the Pashupatinath Temple the holiest Hindu Temple. Cremation of the dead body takes place on the banks of Bagmati River. Then proceed to the tour of the biggest of the Buddhist Stupa architecture. Erected in the 17th century and is believed to be a "must visit" pilgrimage site for Buddhists in their lifetime. Boudhanath area is densely inhabited by Tibetan refugees and carries the name, Little Tibet. Then after Sightseeing Tour of Bhaktapur City is just 14 km east of Kathmandu. Bhaktapur means the city of devotees and is a center of potter and intriguing masks. The major sightseeing places are, Durbar Square, with 55 windows, Nyatapola, Bhairavnath Temple, Dattatreya Temple etcTM Evening: Farewell Dinner with Nepali Cultural program show

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 11

place Fly Back Home

Fly back Home. Airport drop off.

Meals: Breakfast

What’s Included

Accommodation expand_less

  • Teahouse

Meals expand_less

  • Dinner (7)
  • Breakfast (8)
  • Lunch (6)

Transport expand_less

  • Airport Pick up and Drop off Kathmandu Airport
  • Welcome and farewell dinner in Kathmandu

Activities expand_less

  • Trek throughout Nepal with a knowledgable guide

Extras expand_less

  • Trekkers Information Management System (TIMS)
  • Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP)

Not Included expand_less

  • International Flights
  • Travel Insurance (this is a mandatory condition of booking)
  • Meals not specified as included
  • Tips for Guides and Drivers

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