8-Day Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek with Pokhara and Ghandruk Stay

8 Days Duration

Experiences

About This Tour

Embark on an 8-day adventure on the Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek, where awe-inspiring sunrise views from Poon Hill meet breathtaking landscapes in the Annapurna reg...

Duration: 8 Days · Tour type: Shared · Activity level: Moderate · Accommodation: Included · Standard · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: No · Cities: Pokhara, Kathmandu, Dhaulagiri, Annapurna, Ghorepani, Ghandruk · Languages: English

Know before you go: Travel AdviceWhen planning a vacation and booking any holiday package with a trekking or travel agency, there are certain things you need to know about the company you choose to travel with. Is the company genuine or registered with government authorities? Are they financially secure? Does the company insure staff against accidents? Is the company environmentally conscious?There may be many companies running businesses without observing the legal formalities of the country. Also, some companies whose licenses have expired continue to run their business illegally.Additionally, it has been found that some tour operators abroad have been directly operating tours and trekking without the required governmental licenses and without paying the appropriate taxes. Similarly, many individuals and freelancers have been found operating trekking illegally by creating their own websites or contacting others personally.Finally, if you book your trip with an unauthorized agency in Nepal or abroad, you may face trouble and many risks. There is a big chance that problems may occur during your time in Nepal. To protect yourself from these problems, you are kindly requested to check the company before booking any trip so that you can make your holiday more enjoyable and memorable.Always use a reputable trekking company, as there have been reports of rogue guides robbing trekkers in remote areas.Take a guide and ensure your trekking guide or company is registered with the Trekking Agency Association of Nepal.Ensure your trekking guide or company has registered your trek with the Trekkers Information Management System (TIMS).Never trek alone.Ensure someone at home has a copy of your itinerary and the contact details of your travel agent.Call or email home to let people know you are all right if your plans change.Never venture from your planned route or itinerary without advising someone or leaving a message to tell them what you plan to do.; When planning a vacation and booking any holiday package with a trekking or travel agency, there are certain things you need to know about the company you choose to travel with. Is the company genuine or registered with government authorities? Are they financially secure? Does the company insure staff against accidents? Is the company environmentally conscious?; There may be many companies running businesses without observing the legal formalities of the country. Also, some companies whose licenses have expired continue to run their business illegally.; Additionally, it has been found that some tour operators abroad have been directly operating tours and trekking without the required governmental licenses and without paying the appropriate taxes. Similarly, many individuals and freelancers have been found operating trekking illegally by creating their own websites or contacting others personally.; Finally, if you book your trip with an unauthorized agency in Nepal or abroad, you may face trouble and many risks. There is a big chance that problems may occur during your time in Nepal. To protect yourself from these problems, you are kindly requested to check the company before booking any trip so that you can make your holiday more enjoyable and memorable.; Always use a reputable trekking company, as there have been reports of rogue guides robbing trekkers in remote areas.; Take a guide and ensure your trekking guide or company is registered with the Trekking Agency Association of Nepal.; Ensure your trekking guide or company has registered your trek with the Trekkers Information Management System (TIMS).; Never trek alone.; Ensure someone at home has a copy of your itinerary and the contact details of your travel agent.; Call or email home to let people know you are all right if your plans change.; Never venture from your planned route or itinerary without advising someone or leaving a message to tell them what you plan to do.

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What's Included

Arrival and departure transport by car, including pickup from Kathmandu International Airport and transfer to the hotel
Half-day sightseeing in Pokhara and necessary transport
Accommodation (2 persons per room) in Kathmandu and Pokhara in a 3-star standard hotel with breakfast
Kathmandu - Pokhara - Kathmandu airfare, including airport taxes
Accommodation and all meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) while on the trek in normal teahouses
Salary, insurance, food, and accommodation for guides and porters
A porter to carry your luggage on the trek (15 kilograms per person)
National Park entry fee and Trekkers Information Management System (TIMS)
Group first aid kit
Government taxes and service charges

Not Included

Nepal entry visa fee
Personal travel insurance (compulsory)
Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu and Pokhara
Entry fees at the sightseeing sites
Personal expenses such as beverages (mineral water, alcohol, soft drinks), telephone bills, laundry, bar bills, personal tips, etc.

Itinerary

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Day 01

Arrival in Kathmandu and Trek Briefing

We will greet you outside the arrival terminal and transfer you to your hotel. The trek leader will meet the group for a briefing and provide all the required information regarding the trek.
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Day 02

Fly to Pokhara and Trek to Tikhedunga

Take an early morning 25-minute flight to Pokhara. Pokhara is the country's lake city, less polluted and crowded than Kathmandu. Views of the Annapurna range and the dominating figure of Machapuchhre, also known as Fishtail, at 6997 meters, fill the skyline and reflect beautifully in Phewa Lake. A private car will take us to Naya Pul, about an hour and a half from Pokhara. The trek starts at Nayapul and passes through the villages of Birethanthi, Sudame, and Hille. The trail follows the Bhurungdi Khola, with Khola meaning river in Nepali, throughout the day before finally reaching Tikhedunga. This is an easy and short day to kick off the trek. (1:30 hours drive and 3 hours trek)
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Day 03

Trek Through Ulleri to Ghorepani

After crossing the Bhurungdi Khola on a suspension bridge at the start of the day, we climb steep paved steps to the village of Ulleri, which gets the trek properly underway. The trail then becomes steadier and gradually ascends to Banthati. After Banthati, the path continues gently uphill through the shade of the rhododendron forest and passes Nange Thati, the last village before reaching Ghorepani. (5 hours)
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Day 04

Sunrise at Poon Hill and Trek to Tadapani

Set out early in the morning for a hike up to Poon Hill (1 hour), one of the best viewpoints in the region, to enjoy the sunrise above the spectacular mountain ranges of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri. We then return to Ghorepani for breakfast before continuing the trek towards Tadapani. The trail climbs a gentle ridge through another rhododendron forest, with views of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges continuing to delight us. After Deurali, the trail leaves the ridge and descends steeply to Nange Thati. A steady and easy walk is followed by another descent to a small stream, with a final climb in the afternoon bringing us to Tadapani. (5 hours)
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Day 05

Descend to Ghandruk and Visit the Gurung Museum

The day starts with a descent through the जंगल passing through a couple of teashops at Bhaisi Kharka, and continues steeply down to the famous Gurung village of Ghandruk. Ghandruk is one of the ideal villages, located at an altitude of 1940 meters above sea level in the lap of Annapurna South. After lunch, visit the local village and the Gurung Museum, then stay overnight at Ghandruk. (3 hours trek)
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Day 06

Drive from Ghandruk to Pokhara

After breakfast, we will meet our land transport at Ghandruk and drive to Pokhara via Birethanti and Nayapul. The drive takes about three and a half hours and brings us back to the lake city of Pokhara. In the late afternoon, visit the area around Fewa Lake and stay overnight at your Pokhara hotel.
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Day 07

Pokhara Sightseeing and Flight to Kathmandu

After breakfast, enjoy sightseeing in Pokhara and visit the World Peace Stupa. In the afternoon, take a flight to Kathmandu, where you will be received at the airport and transferred to your hotel for an overnight stay.
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Day 08

Final Departure from Kathmandu

We will check your flight tickets and transfer you to the airport two hours before your flight. Hoping to see you again in the future.