Nepal · Trekking

7-Day Annapurna Trekking Tour with Annapurna Base Camp

7 Days Round trip from Phedi Challenging pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Trek through cultivated fields and traditional Gurung villages on the Annapurna trail
02 Walk the forest trails of Kuldighar through deep bamboo and rhododendron woodland
03 Reach Machhapuchhare Base Camp and Annapurna Base Camp for breathtaking Himalayan views
04 Visit Ghandruk, a lovely and large Gurung village with sweeping mountain panoramas
05 Enjoy the option to relax at the natural hot spring at Jhinu Danda if time permits

Enjoy a scenic 7-day trek through the Annapurna peaks in north-central Nepal. This tough and renowned route leads into the glacial basin of Annapurna Sanctuary, surrounded by the Annapurna Himalaya range, Gangapurna, and Machhapuchhare. Along the way, trek through cultivated fields, local villages, forest trails, and mountain valleys while taking in breathtaking Himalayan views. The journey also includes stops at Gurung villages such as Landrung and Ghandruk, with the chance to visit Jhinu hot spring if time permits.

This tough and renowned route leads into the glacial basin of Annapurna Sanctuary, surrounded by the Annapurna Himalaya range, Gangapurna, and Machhapuchhare.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Challenging

Accommodation Included · Budget

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Pokhara, Kathmandu, Annapurna, Ghandruk, Chomrong

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Phedi to Landrung via Dhampus and Pothana

Drive to Phedi by car in about 30 minutes, then begin the trek up to Dhampus and Pothana, walking mostly uphill through cultivated fields and local villages. This scenic Gurung village is inhabited by a mix of communities, including Gurung, Brahman, and Magar, and it offers spectacular views of the Himalayan ranges, including Annapurna and Machhapuchhare.
After lunch at Dhampus or Pothana, continue walking to the lovely village of Landrung, another Gurung village on the Annapurna trail.

Lodge/guest house accommodation.

Duration: 6-7 hours walk.

Day 02

Trek to Chhomrong via Jhinu Hot Spring

After breakfast, continue the trek toward Jhinu hot spring. If time permits, you can enjoy the natural hot spring at Jhinu Danda.
From here, continue another hour uphill to Chhomrong.

Lodge/guest house accommodation.

Duration: 6 hours walk.

Day 03

Forest Trek to Dovan

Walk through the forest of Kuldighar.
The trail winds steeply up through deep bamboo and rhododendron forest to the village of Dovan.

Duration: 6 hours walk.

Day 04

Trek through Modi Khola Valley to Machhapuchhare Base Camp

Trekking through the narrow Modi Khola Valley brings you almost to the base of Machhapuchhare Base Camp. Here, you will spend the day gazing at the snow-covered peaks above and admiring the beauty of the surrounding landscape.

Lodge/guest house accommodation.

Duration: 6 hours walk.

Day 05

Annapurna Base Camp Excursion and Return to Dovan

Set out early in the morning for a walk to Annapurna Base Camp. The 360-degree views here are breathtaking.

Lodge/guest house accommodation.

Duration: 6 hours walk.

Day 06

Return Trek to Chhomrong

After about an hour of climbing down to Kimrong Khola, begin ascending again as you walk through rhododendron forest and beautiful terraced rice fields.

Lodge/guest house accommodation.

Duration: 6 hours walk.

Day 07

Trek via Ghandruk to Nayapul and Drive to Pokhara

Trek via Ghandruk village, an ideal vantage point in this pristine settlement that offers breathtaking views of Annapurna South, Gangapurna, Annapurna III, Machhapuchhare, and Hiunchuli. It is one of the lovely and large Gurung villages in the region.
Continue the trek to Birethanti along terraced fields beneath the splendid panorama of glaciated Himalayan mountain ranges, then drive back to Pokhara from Nayapul.
Drive to Pokhara - 1 hour.

Duration: 6-7 hours walk.

Where this trip takes you

Annapurna Base Camp, Machhapuchhare Base Camp, Ghandruk vantage point, Modi Khola Valley

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Phedi 5 cities · 7 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

All meals and accommodation in a lodge/tea house during the trek.
Service of a trek guide.
Porters to carry personal baggage (15 kg each).
Accident insurance for staff and porters.
Annapurna Conservation entry permit (please bring 2 passport-size photos for the permit).
Private transfers to the trek start and endpoint from Pokhara airport or hotel.

What's Not Included

Personal clothing and sleeping bag.
Airfare and transportation to and from Pokhara.
Personal accident and health insurance.
Emergency evacuation and medical box.
Alcoholic and bottled beverages, laundry, and tips.
Hotel accommodation, sightseeing, and meals in Kathmandu and Pokhara.

What to bring

The following list shows suggested items that you should take on the short trek. It covers most of the items that are essential for the trek. It is not necessary for you to bring all the items mentioned. Use your discretion depending on how long you are planning to be on the mountain and your own past experience with outdoor activities. For a day hike, all these are not necessary except a daypack and sunglasses, and perhaps a sunhat and a walking stick.

Sleeping bag - either down or fibre-filled (available for rental in Kathmandu - US$ 15 per week)
Rucksack or backpack - day pack (waterproof)
Duffel bag or stuff-bag (waterproof) - without frame, made of nylon or canvas
Sunglasses or dark goggles are better.
Sun hat with brim and woollen hat
Water bottle (1 litre) with a good cap
Down jacket, wool shirt, and heavy sweater for autumn and early spring treks
Socks - woollen or pile, and cotton (3 pairs each)
Gloves or mittens - woollen
Shorts and trousers or skirts. Long skirts are better for women.
Shirts - cotton, long- and short-sleeved
Shirts - woollen, long-sleeved
Walking shoes - trekking boots are useful in all conditions. Running shoes are sufficient for short treks and hikes.
Slippers or sandals - to use at a campsite
Flashlight
Pocket knife (if you are travelling by air, put it inside your check-in baggage)
Medical supply
Sun lotion
Chapstick
Foot powder
Bandages and tape
Moleskin or blister tape
Lomotil or medicine for diarrhoea
Decongestant medicine
Aspirin
Antiseptic cream
Cough syrup
Water purification tablets

Know before you go

How long is a day walk?

On average, you will be walking about 5 to 6 hours a day. This depends on a suitable camping site and the availability of water in the case of a tented trek, while for a lodge trek, lodging and eating facilities determine where and when you stop. At higher elevations above 4000 meters, the pace of walking is slower, so in a day you would cover about 5 to 6 hours only. All short treks are below 4000-meter elevation.

Some don'ts:

Don't pollute. Pick up paper, film wrappers, and other junk.
Take back what you bring in.
Burn or bury toilet paper.
Don't pass candy, pens, balloons, or money to children.
Don't tempt people into thievery by leaving cameras, watches, and valuables around the camp and lodge.
Don't endanger the lives of other trekkers, staff, and porters by insisting on continuing when there is an unforeseen danger in the trail conditions.
Do not throw away batteries and plastics.
Do not swim in the nude.

Recommended injections:

Cholera
Typhoid - paratyphoid
Tetanus
Polio (oral)
Typhus
Hepatitis
Meningitis
Malaria

Responsible travel: We encourage minimum impact on the land as far as possible. As you may be aware, climate change is very real and the mountain environment is very fragile. We should strive to preserve our present so that future generations can also enjoy the bounties and joy that nature provides.

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