Day 01
Arrival in Kathmandu
- On the first day of your arrival, you will be welcomed at the hotel, marking the start of your trekking trip.
Stay overnight at the hotel in Kathmandu.
Nepal · Trekking
7-Day Poon Hill Trek from Kathmandu with Ghorepani Sunrise Views
The journey
Trip highlights
- 01 Enjoy a scenic drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara
- 02 Cross the beautiful Modi Khola River
- 03 Explore the typical settlements of Gurung, Thakali, and Magar villages
- 04 Enjoy sunrise and sunset views from Poon Hill
Embark on a trekking adventure to Ghorepani Poon Hill via Pokhara, one of the most well-known trekking destinations in the Annapurna Himalayas. Enjoy striking views of majestic mountains such as Fishtail, Annapurna South, and Hiunchuli, along with dramatic sunrise and sunset sights from Poon Hill over Mt. Dhaulagiri and Annapurna I. This journey combines scenic drives, traditional mountain villages, and rewarding Himalayan landscapes.
Go for an early morning climb to Poon Hill to enjoy the sunrise view over Mt. Dhaulagiri, Tukuche Peak, Nilgiri, Varaha Shikhar, Mt. Annapurna I, Annapurna South, Annapurna III, Machhapuchhre, Annapurna IV, Annapurna II, Lamjung Himal, and numerous other snow-capped mountain peaks.
From the itinerary
At a glance
What this trip includes
Duration
7 Days
Tour type
Shared
Activity level
Easy
Accommodation
Included · Budget
Transport
Included
Wheelchair access
No
Cities
Pokhara, Kathmandu, Dhaulagiri, Annapurna, Kurintar, Dhamauli, Ghorepani, Ghandruk
Languages
English
Day by day
The itinerary
Day 02
Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara
- Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara and observe the glistening white peaks of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges.
Stay overnight at the hotel in Pokhara.
Day 03
Trek from Nayapul to Tikhedhungga via Birethanti
- Today, begin your trek from Nayapul and pass via Birethanti. The first part of the trek is comfortable, passing alongside numerous small hamlets and settlements.
- Afterwards, ascend gently to Tikhedhungga, the final destination of the day.
Stay overnight at the lodge.
Day 04
Ascend through Ulleri to Ghorepani
- Start the day with a steep 2-hour ascent, then continue more gently through the Magar villages of Ulleri and Banthanti.
- On the way, see scenic views of Machhapuchhare or Fish Tail, Hiunchuli, and Annapurna South.
- Descend gently to the final camp.
Stay overnight at the lodge.
Day 05
Sunrise at Poon Hill and trek onward
- Go for an early morning climb to Poon Hill to enjoy the sunrise view over Mt. Dhaulagiri, Tukuche Peak, Nilgiri, Varaha Shikhar, Mt. Annapurna I, Annapurna South, Annapurna III, Machhapuchhre, Annapurna IV, Annapurna II, Lamjung Himal, and numerous other snow-capped mountain peaks.
- After breakfast, trek from Ghorepani to Tikhedhungga, then continue toward Pokhara through deep forests of rhododendrons, bamboo, and oak.
- En route, see waterfalls, rocks, wild animals, local birds, and green scenery.
Day 06
Drive toward Kathmandu via Kurintar
- While driving from Pokhara to Kathmandu, head up to Damauli, Dumre, Muglin, and Kurintar, where Nepal's first cable car operates to reach Manokamana Temple.
- En route, enjoy the sights of mountains, green scenery, rice terrace fields, vegetable fields, and people engaged in their daily activities.
- From Naubishe, climb up to Thankot, the gateway to Kathmandu.
Day 07
Return to Pokhara and conclude the trip
- Finally, reach Pokhara to conclude the trip.
The route
Where you'll travel
The fine print
Trip details
What's Included
- International airport to hotel and airport pick-up and drop-off by private car, van, jeep, or Hiace, depending on the group size
- Transportation service from Kathmandu - Pokhara - Kathmandu by tourist bus
- Pokhara - Nayapul - Pokhara by taxi
- All meals on a full-board basis: breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with Italian, Chinese, Indian, Nepali, and many European food options to choose from the menu
- Three cups of tea or coffee of your choice at every mealtime
- All necessary entry fees, including ACAP Permit (Annapurna Conservation Area Project) and TIMS Card (Trekking Information Management System)
- Himalayan local guide team, including a professional, honest, strong, and government-trained English-speaking guide, with salary, three meals a day, insurance, and equipment
- Himalayan experienced, strong, and honest porters during the trek (2 clients for 1 porter)
- Trekking lodges (tea house or homestay) during the trek
- Assistant guide for groups of 5 or above
- Certificate upon successful completion of the trek
- Supplementary energy bars, crackers, cookies, and Halls
- Seasonal fruits such as apples, oranges, pomegranate, and blackberries
- First aid kit box carried by the guide during the trek
What's Not Included
- Cold drinks such as beer, mineral water, Coke, Fanta, and whisky
- Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone, Wi-Fi, hot shower, and shopping
- Your international airfare
- Nepal visa fee (15 days - 25 USD, 30 days - 40 USD, and 90 days - 100 USD)
- Hotel in Kathmandu and Pokhara, with lunch and dinner
- Trekking equipment
- Travel insurance
- Tips for guide and porters
What to bring
- Sleeping bag
- Down jacket
- Three pairs of trekking T-shirts
- Long-sleeved shirts
- Thermal shirt for colder places
- Fleece jacket
- Warm wool sweaters
- Waterproof and windproof jacket
- Cotton trekking pants with folding
- Waterproof and windproof pants
- Sun hat
- Wool or fleece hat
- Headlight
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen SPF 50
- Face wipes and towel
- Trekking boots
- 3/4 pairs of preferably cotton socks
- Crampons
- One pair of extra sports shoes
- Gaiters, just in case of snow
- Gloves and thick gloves
- Big rucksack above 40 L
- Waterproof bag cover
- Raincoat
- Trekking pole (if needed)
- Laundry soap
- Shampoo
- Toothbrush
- Toilet paper
- Water pills
- Bottle for drinking water
- Pen and notebook
- Copy and tourist guidebook
- Camera
- Battery charger
- Memory card
- Cell phone and charger
- Money wallet
- Altimeter and playing cards
- Diamox
- Cotton bandages
- Paracetamol
- Painkillers
- Loperamide to control diarrhoea (just in case)
- Water purification tablets
- Lozenges
- Elastic bandages
- Thermometer
- Moleskin and sling
Logistics
Meeting & route
Meeting point
Thamel, Kathmandu, Nepal
Tour start
Ring Rd, काठमाडौँ 44600, Nepal
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey
Your 7 days finish where they began, in Ring Rd.
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Single Room
$22.50 — $540.00
Double Sharing
$22.50 — $260.00
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