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Poonhill – Ghorepani – Annapurna Trek

11 days
Suggested Length
Private
Tour

Overview

  • Day 1–2: Kathmandu

    Arrival + sightseeing of UNESCO heritage sites in Kathmandu

  • Day 3: Kathmandu → Pokhara

    Drive to scenic Pokhara; enjoy lakeside views and local sightseeing.

  • Day 4: Pokhara → Nayapul → Tikhedhunga

    Begin trekking, transitioning from city to trail through villages and forests.

  • Day 5–6: Tikhedhunga → Ghorepani → Poon Hill → Tadapani

    Trek through forests and villages, reach Ghorepani, early-morning hike to Poon Hill for sunrise panoramic Annapurna views, then trek to Tadapani.

  • Day 7–9: Return from trekking and Chitwan adventure

    Descend to Nayapul, drive back to Pokhara, transfer to Chitwan National Park for jungle safari, wildlife spotting, canoeing, and cultural village experiences.

  • Day 10: Chitwan → Kathmandu

    Drive back to Kathmandu; farewell dinner with cultural show.

  • Day 11: Kathmandu

    Departure.

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Day 1

Kathmandu – Arrival

Your private tour guide will meet you at Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) and will escort you by private car to your selected hotel in Kathmandu. Your knowledgeable guide will be happy to answer any questions along the way regarding your adventure in Nepal and will assist you with check-in and registration at the hotel. The rest of the day will be yours to explore at your leisure.

Overnight in Kathmandu

Day 2

Kathmandu Exploration Day

After breakfast, you will leave for an exciting sightseeing tour of UNESCO Heritage Sites in Kathmandu, which includes Syambhunath or Monkey Temple – one of the oldest Buddhist Stupa in Valley Pashupatinath – the cremation places of Hindu death body, Boudhanath – the biggest Buddhist temple, Patan Durbar Square – the finest example of metal and stone carving back to 14th century.

Overnight in Kathmandu

Breakfast
Day 3

Kathmandu – Drive to Pokhara – Sightseeing Tour

After breakfast, you will be taken to Pokhara– 200 km west of Kathmandu by tourist coach ( You can also choose the flight option with an extra cost). This is a famous sightseeing destination for travelers with beautiful lake and majestic mountain ranges. Pokhara is considered as one of the most beautiful lakeside cities in the world. Sightseeing in Pokhara: Temple in Phewa Lake, boating in Phewa lake.

Overnight in Pokhara

Breakfast
Day 4

Pokhara – Drive to Nayapul– Trekking to Tikhedhunga

After breakfast, you will go on a 1.5-hour drive to Nayapul and start trekking to Tikhedhunga with the total 4-hour trek through the scenic village area.

Overnight in Tikhedhunga

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Day 5

Tikhedhunga – Trekking to Ghorepani – Poon Hill

Today you will continue your trek to Ghorepani, with a total 6 hours walk through Jungle and villages. You will stay just below Poon Hill to prepare for the Poon Hill trek in the next day.

Overnight in Ghorepani

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Day 6

Poon Hill – Sunrise and Mountain view

You will start hiking up to Poon Hill from early morning for the spectacular sunrise and mountain view of Annapurna & fishtail range. After breakfast, you will continue trekking to Tadapani – a viewpoint of the panoramic view of 12 Himalayan peaks.

Overnight in Ghorepani

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Day 7

Poon Hill – Trekking back to Nayapul – Drive to Pokhara

This morning, after breakfast, you will trek back to Nayapul via Ghandruk village, a very beautiful Gurung village and drive to Pokhara.

Overnight in Pokhara

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Day 8

Pokhara – Drive to Chitwan National Park

After breakfast, you will drive to Chitwan National Park by tourist bus, one of the most beautiful National Parks in Asia.

Overnight in Chitwan National Park

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Day 9

Chitwan National Park – Full-day tour

Today you will spend the whole day to discover Chitwan National Park and participate in Jungle Safari activities, which include elephant ride, jungle walk, canoeing, bird watching, visiting Tharu villages and elephant breeding center, etc.

Overnight in Chitwan National Park

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Day 10

Chitwan National Park– Drive back to Kathmandu

In this day, you will be transferred back to Kathmandu by tourist bus ( or have option to fly at extra cost). In the evening, you will join Nepali cultural show and dinner.

Overnight in Kathmandu

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Day 11

Kathmandu – Departure

After breakfast and a leisurely morning on your own, you will check out by midday and your private driver will pick you up and take you to the airport for your departure flight home.

Breakfast

Useful information

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What’s Included?

  • Accommodation with daily breakfast at selected hotels
  • Private Vehicles and Drivers
  • Private English Speaking Guides (Other languages if available, upon request)
  • Meals as mentioned in the itinerary (B= Breakfast, L= Lunch, D= Dinner)
  • Entrance fees for all mentioned sights visited
  • Service Charge & Government Taxes

What’s Not Included?

  • Your International Flights to and from Nepal
  • Nepal entry Visa Fees (contact us for further information)
  • Personal Expenses (such as laundry, telephone, drinks, etc.)
  • Any bank fees or charges at your end
  • Meals other than those mentioned in the itinerary
  • Personal Travel Insurance
  • Tips for guides and drivers

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Poonhill – Ghorepani – Annapurna Trek

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