Nepal · Trekking

10-Day Poon Hill Hot Spring Trek from Kathmandu via Ghandruk

10 Days Round trip from Kathmandu 44600 Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Sunrise hike to Poon Hill for spectacular views of the Annapurna Himalayan range
02 See Dhaulagiri, the world's seventh-highest mountain at 8,167 m
03 Trek through charming Gurung and Magar villages below the Annapurna mountains
04 Walk through dense rhododendron forests and deep subtropical valleys
05 Relax at the Jhinu Danda hot spring during the trek

Go on a 10-day trek to Poon Hill Hot Spring and experience one of the best panoramas in Nepal. View spectacular mountain scenery through charming villages inhabited particularly by the Gurung and Magars, dense rhododendron forests full of birds, and deep subtropical valleys, all set below the Annapurna mountains. See the picturesque peak of Machhapuchhare, the sacred fishtail mountain dominating the skyline, and enjoy one of the easiest treks in the Annapurna range.

Go on a 10-day trek to Poon Hill Hot Spring and experience one of the best panoramas in Nepal.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 10 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Pokhara, Kathmandu, Dhaulagiri, Annapurna, Ghorepani, Ghandruk

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arrival in Kathmandu

Arrive in Kathmandu and transfer to the hotel.
Prepare for the trek.

Overnight in Kathmandu.

Day 02

Tourist Bus Journey to Pokhara

Travel to Pokhara by tourist bus.

Overnight in Pokhara (820 m).

Day 03

Drive to Nayapul and Trek to Ulleri

Depart from Pokhara to Nayapul by private transport.
Trek to Ulleri (2010 m).

Day 04

Trek from Ulleri to Ghorepani

Trek from Ulleri to Ghorepani (2874 m).

Day 05

Sunrise at Poon Hill and Trek to Tadapani

Early in the morning, hike uphill to Poon Hill to see the sunrise and the Annapurna Himalayan range, including the world's seventh-highest mountain, Dhaulagiri (8167 m).
Head downhill to Ghorepani and have breakfast.
After breakfast, trek to Tadapani.

Day 06

Trek to Jhinu Danda Hot Spring

Trek from Tadapani to Jhinu Danda (1780 m) Hot Spring.

Day 07

Trek from Jhinu Danda to Ghandruk

Trek from Jhinu Danda to Ghandruk (1940 m).

Day 08

Trek to Nayapul and Return to Pokhara

Trek from Ghandruk to Nayapul (1070 m).
From Nayapul, take private transport to Pokhara (820 m).

Day 09

Return to Kathmandu by Tourist Bus

Arrive in Kathmandu (1336 m) by tourist bus.

Day 10

Departure or Stay in Kathmandu

Depart for the international airport or stay in Kathmandu.

Where this trip takes you

Poon Hill sunrise, Jhinu Danda hot spring, Ghandruk village, Machhapuchhare peak

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Kathmandu 44600 6 cities · 10 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Airport pickup and drop-off by private vehicle
TIMS Card (Trekkers Information Management System)
Three meals a day (breakfast, lunch, and dinner), with three cups of tea or coffee per day
Tea house accommodation during the trek
English-speaking guide
Accommodation, food, salary, and insurance for staff
Medicine for all staff and a medikit
Porter service (1 porter between 2 persons, basic)
Snickers chocolate for each person during the trek
Snacks such as Oreo cookies and peanut biscuits
Trip certificate
Member and guide
All government and local taxes
Annapurna Conservation Area trekking entry permits, including Poon Hill Park
Two nights' accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast
Two nights' accommodation in Pokhara with breakfast
All ground transportation, including Kathmandu - Pokhara - Kathmandu by tourist bus
Pokhara - Nayapul by private transportation
Domestic flight ticket (Jomsom - Pokhara)

What's Not Included

Lunch and dinner during your stay in Kathmandu
Travel medical insurance and emergency evacuation costs
Nepal entry visa fee and international airfare
Personal equipment
Tips for the guide and porter (tipping is expected)
Personal expenses such as alcoholic beverages, hot showers, water bottles, cold drinks, hot water, battery charging, donations, etc.
Any other expenses not mentioned in the price-included section