Nepal · Trekking

7-Day Poon Hill Trek from Kathmandu through Ghorepani and Ghandruk

7 Days Round trip from Kathmandu 44600 Moderate pace

Experience the breathtaking view from Ghorepani in Nepal

Witness the beautiful sunrise from Pooh Hills in Nepal

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Trek through Tikhedhunga, Ghorepani, and Ghandruk on a short Himalayan route
02 Climb to Poon Hill in the foothills of the Annapurna massif
03 Take in brilliant views of Annapurna, Machhapuchhre (Fish Tail), and Dhaulagiri
04 Walk through farm terraces, mountain villages, and lush river valleys

Embark on one of the shortest treks to Poon Hill, set in the foothills of the Annapurna massif, passing through farm terraces, mountain villages, and lush river valleys. Trek through Tikhedhunga, Ghorepani, Ghandruk, and other scenic sites, and enjoy beautiful views of the Himalayan giants, including the many peaks of Annapurna, the holy Machhapuchhre (Fish Tail), and Dhaulagiri, along with the surrounding valleys. This trek offers a rewarding Himalayan experience with stunning natural beauty and memorable mountain panoramas.

Embark on one of the shortest treks to Poon Hill, set in the foothills of the Annapurna massif, passing through farm terraces, mountain villages, and lush river valleys.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

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

Languages English, Nepali

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Travel from Kathmandu to Pokhara

Fly or drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara.

Day 02

Drive to Nayapul and Trek to Tikhedhunga

Drive to the small village of Nayapul.
Trek to Tikhedhunga, a small mountain village northwest of Pokhara.

Day 03

Trek to the Village of Ghorepani

Trek to Ghorepani, a village in Myagdi District in the Dhaulagiri Zone of northern-central Nepal.

Day 04

Sunrise Trek to Poon Hill and Return to Tadapani

Trek to Poon Hill, which lies in the foothills of the Annapurna massif. Located just 400 metres above Ghorepani, Poon Hill offers brilliant views of the Himalayan giants, including the many peaks of Annapurna, the holy Machhapuchhre (Fish Tail), and Dhaulagiri (8167 m), and gives you the chance to witness one of the most beautiful sunrises of your life.
Head back to Tadapani, a small village in the Annapurna Himalaya.

Day 05

Trek through the Modi Khola Valley to Ghandruk

Proceed on a trek to Ghandruk, a mountain village set in the Modi Khola Valley at around 2,000 m.

Day 06

Trek to Nayapul and Drive Back to Pokhara

Trek to Nayapul, a small village located in the Pokhara region.
Drive to Pokhara, a city on Phewa Lake in central Nepal. The overland drive from Pokhara takes you to Nayapul within one and a half hours.
Start the trek through farm terraces, mountain villages, and lush river valleys.

Day 07

Fly Back to Kathmandu and Depart

Fly back to Kathmandu.
Catch your flight back home.

Where this trip takes you

Poon Hill sunrise, Ghorepani village, Annapurna massif, Phewa Lake

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Kathmandu 44600 7 cities · 7 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Airport pick-up and drop-off
Flights from Kathmandu to Pokhara and back to Kathmandu
Annapurna Conservation Entry Permit fees
TIMS Card
Accommodation at lodges during the trek
1 night of hotel accommodation in Pokhara
An English-speaking, licensed Nepali trekking guide and porter(s)
All programs according to the itinerary
Nepali staff wages, equipment, accommodation, transport, insurance, and other facilities

What's Not Included

Nepal entry visa fee
Personal expenses
Items of a personal nature, including soft and hard drinks
Personal insurance
Emergency rescue
Tips for the trekking guide and porter(s)

Know before you go

Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking in the Nepali Himalaya is easy and can be organized throughout the year. The facilities on the trail are well developed.
Note: This package can be customized according to the duration of your holiday. The departure schedule could change in case of unavoidable circumstances such as weather hazards, landslides, and avalanches. Extra costs will be added if the trip is extended.

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