Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek (14 Days)
Embark on an unforgettable adventure with the Classic Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek, blending breathtaking Himalayan views with rich cultural experiences. This trek offers a perfect mix of nature and local tradition, taking you through scenic trails, charming villages and vibrant rhododendron forests. Top it off with a stunning sunrise over the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges at Poon Hill, creating memories that will last a lifetime. Ideal for both seasoned trekkers and beginners, this package promises an enriching journey in the heart of Nepal's natural beauty.
For 14 Days / person
€ 1270.00
For 14 Days / person
On request
Duration
14 Days
Starting Point
kathmandu
End Point
Boudhanath
Group Size
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3 Star Hotels option:
Kathmandu (4 nights) - Hotel Tibet International, Hotel Tibet or Similar category hotel on BB
Pokhara (3 nights) - White Pearl Pokhara, Majheri Resort or Similar category hotel on BB
Bandipur (1 night) - Bandipur Village Inn, Durbar Himalya or Similar category hotel on BB
Annapurna Region (5 nights) - Quality Mountain Lodges on FB
5 Star Hotels option (BB basis):
Kathmandu (4 nights) - The Soaltee KTM, Yak & Yeti KTM or Similar category hotel on BB
Pokhara (3 nights) - Temple Tree Resort Pokhara, Barahi Pokhara or Similar category hotel on BB
Bandipur (1 night) - The Old Inn, Gaun Ghar or Similar category hotel on BB
Annapurna Region (5 nights) - Quality Mountain Lodges on FB
Age Group
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Trek Difficulty
Easy
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Arrival to Kathmandu
Welcome by our representative at the airport and transfer to a hotel in Kathmandu.
Introduction to the program with 01 shot of cocktail drink (First round of drink with light snacks only)
Stay overnight in Kathmandu.
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Mountain Flight to Everest (1 hour flight) - Optional
Early in the morning transfer to the airport for a short mountain flight to Everest. This 1-hour flight has guaranteed window seats, and is the most comfortable way to experience the majestic Everest. The flight starts from Tribhuvan Airport and Lands back at Kathmandu after the flight.
Sightseeing in Kathmandu
After having breakfast by 08:30 to 09:30 hrs we will have 01 hour for breakfast and get ready for sightseeing, we meet with our tour-leader at hotel lobby at 10:30 am and leave hotel around 11:00 hrs take a short drive to more than 2000 years old Swayambhunath stupa, The leader will brief about the monuments on the way. The leader will brief about the monument on the spot and will allow free time to explore surroundings. You can explore the bird eye view of Kathmandu and Buddhist and hindu ritual ceremonies, Monks and Monkeys. Further we take a short drive appx. 15 minutes to Kathmandu Durbar Square, which is in the Heart of Kathmandu valley with full Antique temples, old palaces and famous for wood carvings. We will visit the House of Living goddess Kumari and also get around the local market which enthralls us with the feeling of a 17 - 18th Century market. After lunch we drive to Patan which is a 6.3 km drive and takes around 29 minutes.
Patan Durbar Square: Patan Durbar Square is an enchanting mélange of Palace buildings, artistic courtyards and graceful pagoda temples. Listed as a World Heritage Site, the former Royal Palace complex is the center of Patan's religious and social life.
Stay overnight in Kathmandu.
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Drive from Kathmandu to Bandipur.
Breakfast at 7am. After breakfast around 8:30 am Drive from Kathmandu to Bandipur (approximately 5 hours)Lunch enroute around 13:30 hrs. Upon reaching Bandipur, walk around this small village.Bandipur is a small village which is famous for its ancient culture. We stroll around this beautiful ancient city which has beautiful artifacts, natural beauty and village settlement. It was the trading route between India and China and has well preserved the Newari culture. If the weather permits we can also witness the majestic views of the mountain.
Stay overnight in Bandipur.
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Drive from Bandipur to Pokhara. Free day upon reaching pokhara.
After having breakfast in Bandipur, We drive to Pokhara city( 2 hours drive). Pokhara is known as the city of lakes and the starting point for trekking destinations and the second largest city of Nepal is Pokhara. Today we relax and enjoy our free day in the lakeside city of Pokhara.
Stay overnight in Pokhara.
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After breakfast we go for a boating experience in Phewa Lake As the boat rows to the center, the mountain views get spectacular.
After boating we drive to World Peace pagoda. Peace stupa will offer majestic Mountain View in Clear weather and Bird eye view of Pokhara city and Fewa Lake. Short walk around the peace stupa then drive back to Pokhara city. In the evening, we have a lot of dinner options around lakeside Pokhara.
Stay overnight in Pokhara.
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Drive from Pokhara to Nayapul & trek to Trikhedhunga.
Wake up call (0630 hrs)After breakfast (0700 to 0730 hrs), we take a drive from Pokhara (appx 0800 hrs) to Nayapul (01 hour drive) and get introduced to our trekking crew. Nayapool is the starting point of our trekking activity following the river bank at the beginning for 20 minute and start gradual uphill walk with many beautiful waterfalls showcasing its beauty. We stop en route so that we can enjoy white water from the Himalaya. We dip our feet in water to refresh yourself. Then our trekking crew will be ordering lunch while we take rest at river bank. We enjoyed our lunch after a 20 minute walk to a mountain restaurant on the way (1230 hrs to 1300 hrs).
We further walk gradually uphill for 1.5 to 2 hours to reach our destination of the day “Tikhedhunga” (at around 1500 hrs). Tirkhedhunga will be welcoming you with beautiful waterfalls and greenery around the Rest at Mountain Lodge in Tikhedhunga. During free time one can visit Hanging Bridge and waterfall nearby.
Every day during trekking, Our trekking crew will organize a short Tea/Coffee break at 1630 hrs to 1700 hrs. Dinner will be at 1900 hrs.
Stay overnight at Mountain Lodge in Tikhedhunga (1500 mt.).
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Trek from Trikhedhunga to Ghorepani.
Wake up call at 0630 hrs. After having our early breakfast at Tikhedhunga (at 0700 hrs), we start walking (0730 hrs) straight uphill taking many steps. It will be kind of chilly at the beginning but after 10 minutes’ walk our body will be warm. Slowly we get a chance to view Annapurna South after a 45 minute walk. In this way, we will further see excellent close views of High Himalayas despite being far.
We feel like we can touch it. We can take it as an adventurous day in our trekking. We walk for further 2 hours in total to reach the top of Ulleri, then gradually walk uphill through dense forest like in fairy tales for 2 hours to reach Banthanti for our lunch (appx. 1230 hrs). We will have enough time to relax yourself during lunch time and finally we walk further 2 hours through rhododendron forest to reach Ghorepani (by around 1600 hrs) for night halt.
Our trekking crew will organize a short Tea/Coffee break at 1630 hrs to 1700 hrs. Dinner will be served around 1900 hrs.
Stay overnight in Ghorepani (2870 mt.).
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Trek from Ghorepani to Tadapani.
Wake up early in the morning (0430 hrs) for a short excursion to Poonhill (45 to 60 minutes walking one way). Poonhill is the highlight of our trekking. From there we can see excellent Mountain views of the 8000m Himalayas like Dhaulagiri, Annapurna 1 & Nilgiri and the beautiful Annapurna range. It would be Heavenly feeling to watch excellent sunrise views over the Himalayas.
Then after we get back to Lodge for breakfast (at 0730 hrs) and after Breakfast, we walk further uphill for approx. 80 minutes to Gurung hill following the fantastic Mountain view. Then walk slightly downhill for 90 minute through dense rhododendron forest to reach Banthanti where our lunch will be served(appx. 1200 hrs).
After the Lunch walk for approx. 90 minutes Following short uphills and downhills walking to reach Tadapani (2600 mt.) by 1500 hrs. Enjoy magnificent views of Annapurna South and Himchuli from Tadapani which is also a perfect place to order chill beer and enjoy the mountain view with a sip of beer.
Our trekking crew will organize a short Tea/Coffee break at 1630 hrs to 1700 hrs. Dinner will be served around 1900 hrs.
Overnight stay in Tadapani (2600 mt.).
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Trek from Tadapani to Ghandrung.
Wake up at 0700 am and After having our breakfast (0730 hrs) at Tadapani, by 0800 in the morning we start our trek. We continue our trekking journey through the dense forest for 3 hours in total to reach Ghandrung (1200 hrs to 1300 hrs) which is also our stop for lunch and rest.
You may explore Ghandrung “Gurung village”. Gurung womens will be welcoming you in the village with their charming face and warm Hospitality. Majority of the people are from Gurkha battalions in England, India and Nepal. Exploring this beautiful Gurung village would be a great chance to experience their culture, traditions and lifestyle.
Our trekking crew will organize a short Tea/Coffee break at 1630 hrs to 1700 hrs Dinner will be served around 1900 hrs.
Stay overnight at Ghandrung (1950 mt.)
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Trek from Ghandrung to Pothana.
Wake up at 0630 hrs, After having our breakfast (0700 hrs), We start trek (0730 hrs), we walk downhill for 90 minute to KyumiKhola. Then 1 hour Gradual uphill walk to reach Landrung village. We will take a short rest in Landrung then proceed further 90 minute to reach Tolka for lunch (approximately 1230 hrs to 1300 hrs).
After lunch and rest (1 hour), we further start walking to Pothana (2 hours walking). We will have a wonderful time at Pothana in a welcoming peaceful environment with excellent mountain views of Fishtail and other gigantic mountains. We will have a trekking farewell dinner together with our trekking crew members. Normally we celebrate with singing and dancing in folk music with the whole group and trekking crew to make the trekking lifelong memorable and forget the difficulty of walking during trekking.
Our trekking crew will organize a short Tea/Coffee break at 1630 hrs to 1700 hrs. Dinner time starts appx. At 1900 hrs.
Stay overnight in Pothana (1900 mt.).
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Trek from Pothna to Phedi. Drive to Pokhara.
Last day of trekking, wake up at 0700 am then we will enjoy a beautiful sunrise view from pothana and after breakfast (0730 hrs), proceed to walk (0830 hrs) down to Phedi for 2.5 hours (reach appx. at 1100 hrs ). We will take lunch at Phedi and say goodbye to the trekking crew before driving to Pokhara (30 minutes). Check in Hotel (appx 1300 hrs) Rest and Relax at Hotel in Pokhara.
Stay overnight at Pokhara.
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Today, we fly back to Kathmandu. Enjoy scenic mountain views along the way. Upon your arrival our airport representative will be at the airport to pick you up and you’ll be transferred to the hotel. Unwind and relax at the hotel.
Stay overnight in Kathmandu.
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Full Day Sightseeing
After breakfast we drive to Pashupati, 10-15 minutes’ drive. Main attraction at Pashupatinath temple is Hindu rituals and live view of Hindu cremation process, During short free time you can explore the Hindu Sadhu’s using different way to make lord shiva happy, You may take pictures of Sadhu’s but they will expect few amount for helping you take their picture.
After sightseeing in Pashupatinath, we will take a short ride to Boudhanath, one of the biggest stupa in the world with high religious value. It is also a center of meditation due to the meditating environment and locality. Short free time will be offered to explore monasteries around and to see the people/ Monks praying to Buddha with Butter Lamps and pray wheels.
We have lunch options around Boudhanath and hence we eat lunch here before we head to Bhaktapur for our evening Sightseeing. This durbar square will mesmerize you with the beauty of different temples and palaces. You will not only be able to see the spectacular view of 15th century architecture but also will be acquainted with the palaces and the courtyard of the ancient times.
Stay overnight in Kathmandu.
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Enjoy your final breakfast in Kathmandu before checking out of your hotel. Depending on your flight schedule, you will be transferred to Tribhuvan International Airport for your departure.
Reflect on the memories and experiences gathered during your enriching tour of Nepal as you board your flight home.
Accommodation & Meal plan
Best Time to Visit
February – June
Last Week of September - December
Inclusion
English speaking staffs
Accommodation as per below
Mentioned hotels on BB basis
Quality Mountain Lodges in Annapurna Region on FB basis
All transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary
English Speaking Tour Guide in KTM and Pokhara
English Speaking Trekking Guides/Porters (One porter can carry up to 30 Kgs/Porter to Clients Ratio = 1:2) during the trek
Entrance Fees/Monuments Fee
All permits, TIMs Card and ACAP Fees
Farewell Dinner
Exclusion
Visa Fees of Nepal (On arrival visa given)
Insurance of any kind / medical expenses
Beverages (alcoholic /non–alcoholic)
Expenses of personal nature (like tipping, laundry, Telephone/fax calls, camera/video fees, shopping, etc)
Airfare & airport taxes (Mountain flight to Everest/Heli Flight is mentioned in Supplement)
Lunch and Dinner
Services not mentioned in inclusions
Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek
Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek from Pokhara in Annapurna region is a short and easy trek. It is a very ideal trek for every trekking enthusiast. This Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek offers trekking and hiking experiences through beautiful forests and terraced fields.
It offers a glimpse of the best sunrise views over the Himalayas from the iconic Poon Hill. Along with the exploration of local culture and tradition in Ghandruk and Landruk villages. These 14 days of trekking in the Annapurna region would certainly delight you in every way.
Journey To Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek
We embark on our Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek from one of the most attractive cities of the world, Pokhara. Initially, we took a short drive towards Suikhet Phedi. And then start trekking through the west of Henjakot to arrive at Dhampus. This place offers dazzling views of snow-capped mountains like Mt. Machapuchare (Fishtail Mountain) and Mt. Annapurna South. Next day we will be passing through beautiful rhododendron forests to reach Ghandruk village which is locally inhabited by Gurungs.
The following day after having our usual breakfast, we head towards the beautiful Ghandruk village. Ghandruk village exhibits the terrace fields with the views of glorious Himalayas at the backdrop. The Ghorepani quest begins the next day with approx. 8 hours of walking through Tadapani, forests in Deurali and finally arrive at the Magar village of Ghorepani.
Further, we will be hiking early in the morning towards Poon hill to capture the best sunrise views over the Himalayas. We will be returning to Ghorepani for further exploration of the village and head towards Birethanti next day. The trails generally involve descending through stone paved staircases and sight of breathtaking views. Finally, we conclude our trek after arriving at Birethanti and driving back towards Pokhara city. By doing so, we plan on ending our dramatic experience trek in the heartland of Annapurna region.
Trip Highlights
Guided City Tour in Kathmandu Valley and Pokhara.
Explore Typical Gurung village.
Sunrise excursion from Poon hill to Annapurna range.
Unique experience of Gurung culture and hospitality.
Magnificent view of Annapurna Range.
Excursion to Poon Hill.