8-Day Trek to Poon Hill from Kathmandu
Highlights
Annapurna, Ghorepani, Kathmandu, Pokhara, Ghandruk
Locations Covered
Annapurna, Ghorepani, Kathmandu, Pokhara, Ghandruk
nature, trekking, cultural
Private Tour
8 Days
Hard
English
Description
Embark on this 8-day trek through the gorgeous Nepali trails to the magnificent Poon Hill. Pass through beautiful villages and forests, and take in breathtaking views of peaks like Dhaulagiri, Annapurna I, Machhapuchhre, Hiunchuli and Nilgiri from the vantage point. Visit scenic towns like Pokhara, Banthanti and Ghorepani and learn about the local culture.
Itinerary
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Day 1- Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu
Check-in at your hotel and relax.
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Day 2- Kathmandu to Pokhara (910 m/2,984 ft), Duration: 6 hours
Drive to the lake side city of Pokhara.
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Day 3- Pokhara to Tikhedhungga (1,570 m/5,150 ft), Duration: 4 hours
From Pokhara, the trekking trail further opens out to the village of Tikhedhungga.
Crossing the river, the trekking trail finally reaches the celebrated village of Tikhedhungga.
Overnight stay at the guesthouse at Tikhedhunga (breakfast, lunch and dinner included).
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Day 4- Tikhedhungga to Ghorepani (2,850 m/9,348 ft), Duration: 7 hours
Departing Tikhedhunga, the trekking trail passes along a demanding terrain to reach the village of Ghorepani. A stone stairway is famous in the village for containing more than 300 steps carved out of the land itself. The Magar village of Ulleri also makes its appearance along the way.
Then, the village of Banthanti graces the trekking path from where the views of the Annapurna Mountains are magnificent. Rhododendron trees and azalea flowers ornament the trekking trail, making hiking through the landscape delightful. Pine and oak woods make the landscape verdant and lively.
The trekking trail finally reaches Ghorepani. Overnight stay at the guesthouse at Ghorepani (breakfast, lunch and dinner included)
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Day 5- Hike up to Poon Hill and onto Tadapani (2,610 m/8,560 ft), Duration: 7-8 Hours
Wake up at dawn to hike up to the vantage point of Poon Hill to see panoramic views of the entire Annapurna mountain massif. The sunrise view from the vantage point of Poon Hill is a breathtaking affair! Peaks like Dhaulagiri, Annapurna I, Machhapuchhre, Hiunchuli, Nilgiri and more can be seen from Poon Hill.
Walk to Tadapani, a beautiful village set at the height of 2610 meters. Overnight stay at the guesthouse (breakfast, lunch and dinner included).
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Day 6- Tadapni to Pokhara (910 m/2,984 ft) via Ghandruk
Get to Ghandruk and walk downhill for approximately 3 hours to reach at a setting that has a few tea houses.
Pass by the settlement of Birethanti and walk ahead to Nayapul to drive back to Pokhara. The trek back is a great way to take in the landscapes and the villages along the way. The natural terrain of the land is quite stunning and it is filled with tranquil moments and a serene atmosphere.
Overnight stay at a hotel in Pokhara. Breakfast included.
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Day 7- Pokhara to Kathmandu
Drive back to Kathmandu. The drive back offers the same beautiful views and sights of the landscape and the hilly terrain, with winding roads cut into the side of the hills and open gaping valleys with deep river gorges and distant mountain views.
Overnight stay at the hotel in Kathmandu. Breakfast included.
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Day 8- Farewell
Drop-off at the airport approximately three hours before your scheduled flight.
What's Included
What's Excluded
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Meeting Point
Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price
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This is a private tour |
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