Itinerary

1. Annapurna Base Camp Trek Itinerary

   • Day 01. Arrive at Kathmandu airport (1345 meters) and transfer to hotel ( No meals):  You will be met & greeted by our airport representative, who will be on standby to pick you up and transfer you to the hotel; your evening is free and overnight at hotel.
   • Day 02.Full-day sightseeing of Kathmandu Valley & an orientation ( B):  After having breakfast at the hotel, we will take you on the sightseeing tour in Kathmandu Valley; a professional tour guide will escort you, we will take you to visit Kathmandu Durbar squire, Monkey Temple, Pasupatinath Temple and Bouddhanath Stupa and return to the hotel, you will have some time to shop your trekking equipment and overnight at hotel.
   • Day 03. Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (200 Kilometers west of Kathmandu) - 6 Hours ( B):  We drive along the scenic Trisuli and Marsyangdi River to reach Pokhara; it's a pretty good drive as we go by the beautiful river, which is also suitable for rafting;  we view Ganesh Himal and the Manaslu peak as well during the driving. Pokhara is a tourist's paradise full of natural and cultural heritage sites such as lakes, caves, & temples of Buddhists and Hindus, along with her lovely mountains; after 6 hours of driving; we will arrive in Pokhara, the city of lakes…Welcome to this beautiful town of serene lakes that gives so much meaning to your holidays; overnight at your hotel.
   • Day 04. Drive from Pokhara (915 m.) to Nayapul (1050m.) and Trek to Tikhedunga (1577m) - 4 Hours ( B, L, D):  After having breakfast at the hotel, we start our driving to Nayapul, which takes approximately one and half hours, then we start the first part of our hiking out to Tikhedunga (1577M) Via Birethanti (1065m.) this part of trekking is a pretty easy flat out hike as we pass through several small lively villages and settlements. After some time, we will ascend gently to the day's final destination, overnight at Guesthouse.
   • Day 05.Trek to Ghorepani (2675m) - 6 Hours ( B, L, D):  We start our trekking after having breakfast at the guest house, and we ascend steeply for the first 2 hours and then ascend gently, passing through Ulleri (2070m.) and Banthanti. This path gives us breathtaking views of Machhapuchhare or Fish Tail (6997m.), Hiunchuli (6441m.), and the grand Annapurna (7219m) south on the way. Our trail now gets relatively easygoing as we pass through rhododendron and shadowy forests amidst the cackling of birds, which gives us good feelings till we ascend gently up to the final camp, overnight at the Guesthouse.
   • Day 06. Hike to Poonhill (3180m.) and trek to Tadapani (2675m.) - 6 hours ( B, L, D): Today, We hike to Poonhill (3232m.) to enjoy the sunrise views over Mt. Dhaulagiri (8167m.), Tukuche Peak (6920m.), Nilgiri (6940m.), Varaha Shikhar (7847m.), Mt. Annapurna I (8091m.), Annapurna South (7219m.), Annapurna III (7855m.), Machhapuchhare (6993m.), Annapurna IV (7525m.), Annapurna II (7937m.), Lamjung Himal (6931m.) and other numerous snowcapped mountains in the morning; Poonhill has always been a symbol of beauty for the Annapurna region; we then hike down to Ghorepani, have a hot breakfast at our lodge and trek to Tadapani (2650m.), Most of the trail we trek is through blooming rhododendron forest; the beautiful flower makes the jungle colourful in spring when they bloom, overnight at Guesthouse.
   • Day 07.Trek from Tadapani (2675m) to Chomrong- 5 Hours ( B, L, D): We start our trekking after breakfast at the lodge and enjoy our hike by descending gently all along the way through rhododendron, oak and other kinds of dense forests. We hear the chirping of different kinds of birds on the way to Kimrung Khola. We then ascend steeply straightaway and walk at a flat level for 45 minutes with gentle steep paths in-between and flat all the way to Chomrong, the gateway to Annapurna Base Camp. Chomrong is a village situated at the base of the Himalchuli; overnight at the Guesthouse.
   • Day 08. Trek from Chhomrong to Himalaya - 7 Hours (B, L, D):  We start our trek after taking a hot breakfast at the lodge; the trail descends on a stone stairway for the first one and half hour and crosses the Chhomrong Khola on a suspension bridge, then climbs out of the side valley. High above the Modi Khola on its west bank, the trail passes through Bamboo, rhododendron and oak forests. Climbing further on a rocky path, we will reach Sinuwa at 2350m & then we will trek gently through the forest and descend a long, steep stone staircase into deep bamboo and rhododendron forests to reach Bamboo and walk on gently towards Dovan and Himalaya.
   • Day 09. Trek from Himalaya to Annapurna Base Camp (4170m) via Machhapuchare Base Camp (3820m) - 6 Hours ( B, L, D):  We start our trek after having breakfast at the lodge, the valley widens and becomes less steep, and you can see the gates to the sanctuary from here. As the trail continues into the sanctum, it crosses two avalanche tracks on a narrow trail that hurdles up against the cliffs. After a short trek, we will be at Bagar (3310m.), a green meadow with abandoned hotels. The typical trail follows the left side of the valley. The trail appears gently ascending until Machhapuchare Base Camp (3820m.) Which is one place where we enjoy some of the best landscapes in the venture; we will enjoy the view of Mount Hiunchuli (6441m.), Annapurna South (7229m.), Annapurna I (8091m.), Annapurna III (7555m.), Gangapurna (7454m.) and Machhapuchhare or Fish Tail (6997m.). The path follows through alpine meadows, and our trails go gently up after some distance. After a short trek, we approach Annapurna Base Camp at (4170m.); congratulations that you have now reached the Annapurna Base Camp, our holiday destination, overnight at the Guesthouse.
   • Day 10. Trekking from Annapurna Base Camp to Dovan (2630m.) - 6 hours ( B, L, D):  After having breakfast at the guest house, we will visit the Base camp and surrounding views, the Views of the Himalayas from the base camp is fantastic, then we will start our trekking back to the Dovan, It takes about six hours, it's much easier as we go down. You should have no problem reaching Sinuwa from Annapurna Base Camp in a single day; however, we have chosen this route as some trekkers may have problems going down due to shaking or wobbling legs that could be fatigued overnight at Guesthouse.
   • Day 11. Trekking from Dovan to Jhinudanda (1750m) - 6 Hours (B, L, D):  After having breakfast at the lodge, We start our trekking, and the path is a descent to Bamboo passing through forests with varieties of rhododendron, oaks and bamboo plants. After Bamboo, the trail goes steeply up for an hour and is relatively flat until Sinuwa. We trek gradually descending to the Chhumrong Khola and must follow a stone staircase for almost an hour to reach Chhumrong. The last part of the trail is steep down to Jhinudanda. We enter our rooms at the guest house; then we could go to the Hot Springs to take a refreshing bath in the warm natural hot waters overnight Guesthouse.
   • Day 12.Trek from Jhinudanda to Nayapul and drive to Pokhara- 6 Hours ( B, L): After having breakfast at the hotel, we start our trekking. The first part of the trek is descent and then appears through flat land until Birethati, we will stop at Birethati for lunch, and after walking about 30 minutes to Nayapul, there will be our car/van waiting for us to take us back to the civilization, Pokhara the city of lakes and natural wonders, overnight at hotel.
   • Day 13. Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu (6 Hours) ( B, L, D):  We take a tourist bus at 7 AM after b/fast to drive to Kathmandu, and the driving will be a fantastic experience as we drive past many satellite towns on the way and we can see rural settlements, gushing rivers, terraces and green rural landscapes; after 6 hours driving we will arrive Kathmandu and its overnight at your hotel.
   • Day 14: Transfer to the airport for your departure ( B):  You will be transferred to the international airport for your final departure to your loving home. We have enjoyed serving you all these weeks; you counted on us & we didn't let you down because we know how hard you've worked to enjoy this holiday. Meeting you was an immense pleasure & we hope you will remember us down the years with memories of the time you've spent in this amazing country, Nepal. A safe BON VOYAGE home…take care!!!.