Nepal · Trekking

Annapurna Panoramic 8 Day Trek from Kathmandu

8 Days Round trip from Kathmandu Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 8-day trek in the Ghorepani Poon Hill area
02 Sunrise hike to Poon Hill View Point
03 Panoramic views of the Annapurna range
04 Walk through forests, streams, villages, and farm terraces
05 Visit Ghandruk and experience Gurung culture
06 Round-trip flights between Kathmandu and Pokhara included
07 Lodge accommodation during the trek
08 Farewell Nepali dinner with cultural show in Kathmandu

Discover the beauty of Nepal on this 8-day Annapurna panoramic trek, combining mountain scenery, village life, and rewarding walks through forests and terraced landscapes. This popular route in the Ghorepani Poon Hill area is a great choice for travellers looking for a shorter Himalayan trekking experience with comfortable lodge stays along the way.

Travel from Kathmandu to Pokhara before trekking through Tekhedunga, Ghorepani, Tadapani, and Ghandruk, with a sunrise hike to Poon Hill for sweeping views of the Annapurna range. Along the way, enjoy the atmosphere of Gurung culture, scenic trails by streams and woodland, and a farewell Nepali dinner with cultural show back in Kathmandu.

After your early morning wake-up call, hike 45 minutes to Poon Hill View Point to enjoy the scenic beauty of the mountains and sunrise.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Pokhara, Kathmandu, Annapurna, Ghorepani, Ghandruk

Languages English, Japanese

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport

You will be picked up at Tribhuwan International Airport and transferred to a hotel. For the rest of the day you will be free to do leisure activities. Overnight at hotel on BB basis.
Meals not included
Accommodation included: Overnight at Hotel.

Day 02

Kathmandu to Pokhara (30 minute flight) and Trek to Tekhedunga

After breakfast, you will be transferred to Kathmandu Domestic Airport where you will catch a morning flight to Pokhara. From there you will drive to Naya pool and then trek for 3 hours to Tekhedunga where you will stay the night at a lodge. (B/L/D)
Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight at Lodge.

Day 03

Tekhedunga to Ghorepani (6 hour trek)

After breakfast you will trek 6 hours up to Ghorepani to see the glorious view of the mountains and the rhododendron forest. You will spend the night here at a lodge. (B/L/D)
Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight at Lodge.

Day 04

Ghorepani to Tadapani (5 hour trek)

After your early morning wake-up call, hike 45 minutes to Poon Hill View Point to enjoy the scenic beauty of the mountains and sunrise. After that, you will hike back to Ghorepani where you will have breakfast. After breakfast, trek to Tadapani and where you will stay the night at a lodge. (B/L/D)
Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight at Lodge.

Day 05

Day 5 : Tadapani to Ghandruk (4 hour trek)

After breakfast trek to Ghandruk, a popular destination for tourists from past decades with the view of Annapurna South, and Mt Fishtail. You will spend the night here at a lodge. (B/L/D)
Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight at Lodge.

Day 06

Ghandruk to Pokhara via Nayapool

After breakfast, trek to Nayapool following the bank of the Modi River, and then drive back to Pokhara by a local vehicle. From there, you will be transferred to a hotel and the rest of the time can be spent on leisure activities. Then you will spend the night at a hotel in Pokhara. (B & L)
Meals included: breakfast, lunch
Accommodation included: Overnight at Hotel.

Day 07

Pokhara to Kathmandu (30 minute flight), evening Nepali dinner with cultural show

After breakfast, transfer to Pokhara domestic airport and fly back to Kathmandu. From there, transfer to a hotel and in the evening you will have a farewell dinner at a typical Nepali Restaurant which will be accompanied by a cultural show. Overnight at a hotel in Kathmandu. (B & D)
Meals included: breakfast, dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight at Hotel.

Day 08

Final Departure

An airport representative of the tour operator will assist you at your hotel and then you will be transferred to Tribhuwan International Airport for your final departure. (B)
Meals included: breakfast
Accommodation not included

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Kathmandu 5 cities · 8 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

7-nights accommodation
Dinner
Breakfast
Lunch
Driver/guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Kathmandu-Pokhara-Kathmandu round ticket
Porter during Trek
All permits

What's Not Included

Excess luggage charges (where applicable)
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Drinks
Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

Know before you go

INFANTS MUST SIT ON LAPS
PASSPORT REQUIRED
Not wheelchair accessible
Not stroller accessible
Not suitable for pets
No public transportation nearby
Infant seats unavailable
Not recommended for people with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for people with heart conditions
Not recommended for child aged 12 and under
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
The listed price does not include a $X per person security surcharge, payable at the time of tour check-in. The security surcharge is required by our local supplier and is not within our control.
Please note: entrance tickets and transport included. This voucher will not be accepted if presented directly at the venue.
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
Due to the nature of this tour and the safety of all guests, the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who are intoxicated or show signs of intoxication. If, as a result, your tour is canceled, you will not be entitled to a refund.
Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
If you will not be arriving at your destination within the specified reconfirmation period, please reconfirm with the local service provider prior to travel, or upon arrival at your destination. Please note that departure times and locations may vary slightly.
A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
You MUST confirm and obtain any visa requirements prior to border crossing. All visa requirements are the sole responsibility of the traveler
We are happy to pickup with in Kathmandu city and Airport