Annapurna Poonhill Trek 10 days
- Covid-19 Safe
- Private tour
- Solo friendly
- Eco Aware
Annapurna Poonhill Trek is a popular trekking destination with opulent diverse natural sceneries from paddy field to the alpine terrain along with the constant panoramic view of the World Highest Mountain Range i.e. Annapurna including Manaslu and Dhaulagiri.
We hike through sumptuous forest of romantic red colors of Rhododendron, lively villages and the ancient Trans-Himalayan Trade Route. The true travelers will taste the more diverse range of climate, vegetation and cultures than any place of the entire Himalayan world, from the lush verdant green vegetation of rain and temperate forest to the forest to the terraced rice fields and to the alpine zone making this trip more lively with an introduction to Nepal's cultural and natural beauty.
Day 1 Arrival in Kathmandu
Arrive in Nepal where our company representative receives you at the TIA airport and you are taken to the hotel by a private vehicle. Get a short briefing of the program for the following days.
Day 2 Kathmandu
Sightsee around Kathmandu city after breakfast at the hotel with government liscence holder tour guide.
Visit the UNESCO listed world heritage sites Pashupatinath (Hindu temple), Boudhanath Stupa, and Swayambhunath.
Have the rest of the day to explore the city, and you stay at the hotel overnight.
Day 3 Kathmandu - Pokhara (1,400 m, 4,600 ft)
Report to the tourist bus parking at 6:30 am to leave for Pokhara at 7:00 am by tourist bus. Eat breakfast and lunch served to you on the way, and you reach the destination in 6 to 7 hours. See the landscape and the field along the way to Pokhara, while you also get to see the banks of Trisuli River and Marshyangdi River on the winding road to Pokhara. Can also try river rafting at the Trisuli River.
Day 4 Nayapool - Tikhedhunga (1577m)
Drive to Nayapool in a private vehicle for an hour post breakfast.
Reach Nayapool, and you start the three-hour trek to Tikhedhunga.
Spend the night at the local trekking lodge there.
Day 5 Tikhedhunga - Ghorepani (2855m)
Continue your trek after breakfast, crossing the suspension bridge after Tikhedhunga and then the Rhododendron forest to reach Ulleri and Banthanti after an hour.
Have lunch at Banthanti and continue on your trek towards Ghorepani to reach there in 6 to 7 hours.
Can see the Magar ethnic community at Ghorepani and you spend the night at the hotel with a great view of Mount Dhaulagiri.
Day 6 Poon Hill (3210m) - Tadapani (2630m)
Start your hike to Poon Hill early in the morning to see the sunrise over the snow-capped Himalayan ranges.
Descend to Ghorepani for breakfast and trek through the Rhododendron forest to Deurali Pass, Banthanti.
Have lunch at Banthanti before your descent.
Climb up to Tadapani for 30 minutes after crossing the stream to reach your destination for the night.
Spend the night at the local trekking lodge after a day of trekking.
Day 7 Tadapani - Ghandruk (1940m/6360ft)
Start the trek from Tadapani to Ghandruk early morning after breakfast.
Take a short rest upon reaching Bhaisikharka and then resume the trek.
Reach the destination, and you will experience the local/traditional Gurung culture, see a museum and enjoy Himalayan views amidst all the ethnic hospitality that can be found here.
Spend the night at a local trekking lodge.
Day 8 Ghandruk - Pokhara
Head to Pokhara on this day, and you start with the trek to the Annapurna Conservation Area checkpoint through fields of rice, millet, and corn.
Cross Khimche on the way and then exit from the Annapurna Conservation Area checkpoint to get started for Pokhara in a private vehicle. The drive will take about one hour.
Spend the night at a standard 2/3 star hotel at the lake-side in Pokhara.
Day 9 Pokhara - Kathmandu
Ride the bus for 6 to 7 hours to reach Kathmandu, where you can then rest at a hotel at Thamel, Kathmandu.
Have your farewell dinner at a Nepali cultural restaurant and spend the night at the 2/3 star accommodation.
Day 10 Final Departure
Set off for the Kathmandu TIA airport in a private vehicle.
What's included
* Please check prices for full list of inclusions and exclusions
Inclusions
- All standard meals while on trek (breakfasts, lunch and dinner)
- Luxurious guesthouse accommodation during the trek and standard accommodation in Kathmandu and Pokhara (3-Star Hotel)
- English speaking trek leader/guide
- Porters to carry your bags (1 porter for 2 guests)
- Free branded adventure T-shirt
- Food, accommodation, salary, insurance and equipment for all staff
- Annapurna Conservation Park permits and TIMS permit for trekking
- All government, hotel and other applicable taxes
- Farewell dinner in typical Nepali Restaurant with cultural dance show
- Trip Completion Certificate and Token Of Love
- Official expenses
- Private Car Pokhara-Nayapol-Pokhara
- Pickup from airport to hotel upon arrival and departure
Exclusions
- International airfare and taxes
- Travel insurance which covers emergency Rescue and Evacuation
- Nepal entry visa (visa is obtained in Nepal Airport immigration on arrival 25 per visa for 15 days, USD 40 per visa for 30 days and USD 100 per visa for 90 days. All the visas are multiple entry visas. Please carry 2 passport sized photograph for the visa
- Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu and pokhara
- All items of personal expenses
- Tipping for guide, porters and drivers (tipping is expected)
- Any others expenses which are not mentioned on 'Price Includes' section
- Note: Please bring 4 passport size photos, copy of passport and travel insurance at our first meeting in our office
Details
Available in
English
Available for
Students, Adults, Seniors
Departure & Return
Start city: Kathmandu , Nepal
Pick up times available: 13:00
Pick up location: Tribhuvan International Airport
Ends at: Tribhuvan International Airport
Nearest airport: Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
We are Eco Aware:
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Eco-friendly transportation
Eco-friendly transportation
The product principal transportation is low noise & low emission such as walking, trekking, cycling, paddle boat etc. -
Education & exploration
Education & exploration
The product is educational rather than entertainment focused - it respects and gives insight into local traditions and/or environment -
Interaction with locals or nature
Interaction with locals or nature
The major part of the tour is spent on interacting with local communities, their representative(s) (other than guides) or observing the nature or animals without disturbing their natural habitat and environment - Licensed tour guide
- Local or indigenous tour guide(s)
Cancellation policy
100% cancellation fee - between 0-2 days before the travel date
50% cancellation fee - between 3-6 days before the travel date
0% cancellation fee - 7 days or more before the travel date
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