Nepal · Trekking

15-Day Annapurna Base Camp Trek from Kathmandu with Poon Hill

15 Days Round trip from Kathmandu 44600 Challenging pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Sightsee ancient Durbar Square and the Monkey Temple in Kathmandu
  • 02 Trek to Annapurna Base Camp and enjoy panoramic mountain views
  • 03 Hike to Poon Hill for an unobstructed Himalayan sunrise
  • 04 Walk through colourful forests with blooming rhododendrons and other flowers
  • 05 Refresh with a bath at the natural hot spring in Jinhu

Trek an exciting and blissful trail in western Nepal to Annapurna Base Camp. Witness stunning scenic mountain views, colourful forests with blooming rhododendrons and other flowers, rich wildlife, and vivid local culture along the way. This journey also includes sightseeing in Kathmandu at ancient Durbar Square and the Monkey Temple, a sunrise hike to Poon Hill, and time to refresh at a natural hot spring in Jinhu. Venture into the jungle, relax under the stars, and enjoy soothing views from the mountains.

Hike early in the morning to Poon Hill for a brilliant spectacle.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 15 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Challenging
Accommodation Included · Premium
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Pokhara, Kathmandu, Annapurna, Ghorepani, Chomrong
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Kathmandu

  • Our airport representative will receive you at the airport and transfer you to the hotel.

  • Overnight at the hotel.

2
Day 02

Kathmandu Sightseeing Tour

  • Have a hearty breakfast.

  • Explore Kathmandu.

  • See the ancient Durbar Square and the Monkey Temple.

  • Trek in the evening.

  • Return to the hotel. Dine and stay overnight at the hotel.

3
Day 03

Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara

  • Drive to Pokhara, 200 km west of Kathmandu, along the Prithivi Highway.

  • Pass through beautiful countryside and capture beautiful shots during the journey.

  • Stay overnight at a hotel in Pokhara.

4
Day 04

Pokhara to Nayapool and Trek to Tikhedunga

  • Drive for one and a half hours from Pokhara to Nayapool.

  • Trek up to Tikhedunga (1,565 m), a 3-hour walk.

  • Overnight at a lodge.

5
Day 05

Trek to Ghorepani

  • Trek early in the morning through rhododendron and oak forests and across streams.

  • Finally, climb up to Nangethanti.

  • From Nangethanti, continue up to Ghorepani (2,850 m).

  • Overnight at a lodge.

6
Day 06

Poon Hill Sunrise and Trek to Banthanti

  • Hike early in the morning to Poon Hill for a brilliant spectacle.

  • Relax and enjoy an unobstructed view of the sunrise over the high Himalayas.

  • Head to Ghorepani for a pleasant breakfast.

  • From Ghorepani, the trail climbs along ridges and through pine and rhododendron forests to Deurali (2,960 m).

  • Walk to Tadapani.

  • Descend to reach Banthanti before winding your way to Tadapani (2,540 m).

  • Overnight at a lodge.

7
Day 07

Tadapani to Chhomrong

  • Dropping down from Tadapani Gurjung, the route offers stunning views of the upper Modi valley.

  • The path then begins a long ascent high above the west bank of the Modi Khola.

  • Pass Chhomrong village, which lies tucked at the very base of Himal Chuli.

  • Overnight at a lodge.

8
Day 08

Tadapani Gurjung to Kuldi Ghar and Himalaya Hotel

  • Proceed to Kuldi Ghar with 3 hours of walking.

  • Pass by the pasture of Tomo, then the narrow neck of the gorge at Pantheon Barah, a small trail, and a shrine.

  • The track climbs to the Himalaya hotel at the campsite, where we will stay overnight.

9
Day 09

Trek to Machhpuchhere Base Camp

  • The trek gradually ascends to MBC (Machhpuchhere Base Camp, 3,700 m). Explore its magnificent views.

  • Overnight at a lodge.

10
Day 10

Trek to Annapurna Base Camp

  • Trek up to Annapurna Base Camp and enjoy the panoramic views at sunset and sunrise.

  • Overnight at a lodge.

11
Day 11

Descend from ABC to Bamboo

  • The trek continues down to Bamboo from ABC.

  • Overnight at a lodge.

12
Day 12

Trek to Jinhu Hot Spring

  • Trek down to the natural hot spring in Jinhu and refresh your body with a bath.

  • Overnight at a lodge.

13
Day 13

Trek to Nayapool and Drive to Pokhara

  • The trek continues down to Nayapul.

  • From there, drive to Pokhara and relax.

  • Overnight at a lodge.

14
Day 14

Drive Back to Kathmandu

  • Drive back to Kathmandu early in the morning.

  • Overnight at the hotel. The tour ends here.

Poon Hill sunrise, Annapurna Base Camp panoramas, Ghorepani rhododendron forests

Where this trip takes you

Poon Hill sunrise, Annapurna Base Camp panoramas, Ghorepani rhododendron forests

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Kathmandu 44600 5 cities · 15 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Accommodation in a deluxe category hotel in Kathmandu for 03 nights, as per the itinerary, with breakfast.

  • Kathmandu Durbar Square and Monkey Temple sightseeing with a guide and private tourist transport.

  • Full-board meals during the trekking period (breakfast, lunch, dinner, tea, or coffee).

  • Neat and clean twin shared private room accommodation during the trekking period.

  • Round-trip domestic flight with tax (Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu).

  • All necessary ground transportation by private tourist vehicle.

  • An experienced English-speaking trek leader, well trained in wilderness first aid, an assistant trek leader (1 assistant guide for every 4 trekkers), and Sherpa porters to carry luggage (1 porter for every 2 trekkers), including their salary, insurance, equipment, flight, food, and lodging.

  • Free trek map.

  • Group medical supplies (a first aid kit will be available).

  • Travel and rescue arrangement.

  • All necessary paperwork for Everest National Park entry permits.

  • TIMS Card (Trekking Information Management System).

  • Farewell dinner.

  • English-speaking Nepali tour guide.

What's Not Included

  • Tips and gratuities.

  • Personal expenses.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Kathmandu, Nepal
Tour start
Kathmandu 44600, Nepal
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 15 days finish where they began, in Kathmandu 44600.

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