After driving 30 minutes from Pokhara, you will reach to the trek starting point is Birethanti. As you proceed slowly along the trek upward, the varied characteristics of the nature and those of the cultures and customs of different ethnic groups are noticed. On the day you arrive at an altitude of 2800m. You will have a pleasant feeling for being quite near to nature. The day after as you get to a place called Poonhill after walking up a distance of around an hour, you can not only enjoy a superb panorama of both Annapurna and Dhaulagiri but also very splendid and magnificent view of sunrise. Poonhill is one of the most interesting features of this trekking tour. The downward return trek becoming different from that of upwards, foes through one of the big forests of rhododendron of the world. If it is the month of May the complete forest becomes a mixture of white and red blossoms of rhododendron.
| Starts from : | Drive Kathmandu to Pokhara |
| Ends at : | Drive back Pokhara to Kathmandu |
| Grade : | Easy |
| Highest Access of the Trek : | 3200m (Poon hill) |
| Communities : | Gurungs, Magars, Thakalis |
| Trekking type : | Teahouse |
| Best Season | March/April.May & September/October/November |
| Himalayan sights : | Dhaulagiri, Fishtail, Annapurna range, Manaslu, Nilgiri etc |
| Attraction of the Trek | Close mountain views and Sherpa villages |
| Meal : | Breakfast, lunch & dinner |
| Transportation : | Car/Van |
| Minimum Group Size : | 1 |
| Per day walking : | 5 to 7 hours |
| Itinerary type : | Fixed / Customized |
| Day 1 | Arrive in Kathmandu Airport & Transfer to Hotel. O/N Hotel<>Namaste and welcome to Nepal, You’ll be meet and assisted at the airport by our local representatives who will arrange your transfer and check in to your hotel. |
| Day 2 | Kathmandu Sightseeing. O/N Kathmandu Hotel In the morning we explore Kathmandu on an organized sightseeing tour visiting Bodhnath Stupa & Swoyambhu Nath Stupa. Here we may observe Buddhist monks in prayer in the monasteries surrounding the Stupa. Where we can visit the surrounding monasteries and perhaps watch the monks as they chant their daily mantras. In addition, we visit Pashupatinath, the most famous Hindu temple in the country, located on the banks of the holy Bagmati River. Here we will see Hindu holymen (or Sadhus), pilgrims bathing and, occasionally, funeral pyres burning on the ghats. In the evening, you will be supplied with your trek packs and final departure details for tomorrow. |
| Day 3 | Drive Kathmandu To Pokhara. O/N Pokhara Hotel Today we drive to Pokhara(200km), approximately 7 hours away by tourist bus. We will be arriving late afternoon at Pokhara around 2:00 o’clock. Pokhara is an enchanting Himalayan Valley of remarkable beauty. We can explore its scenic land on bicycle/on foot or as your own like boating in Fewa Lake over looking the region of Annapurna Himalayan ranges. In the evening prepare for the trek. O/N. |
| Day 4 | Pokhara – Tikhe Dhunga Or Uleri After breakfast in the morning we drive to Nayapul (48 km.) 1.5 hr by vehicle over via hilly ridges of Lumle/kande and walk about 20 minutes to Birethanti, a large and prosperous town. Beyond a pasture used by pony caravans, the trail reaches Sudami where we have Lunch. After lunch climb steadily up the side of the valley, reaching Hile at 1495m near by Tikhedhunga. Along the way various hamlets offer ample camping possibilities but if Gorepani is the objective for the next day it is better to push to Tikhe Dhunga. Q/N at Tikhe Dhunga. |
| Day 5 | Tikhe Dhunga – Ghorepani. O/N Ghorepani Breakfast served in the morning around 7:am. From Tikhedhunga the trail crosses a stream (Bhurungdi Khola) on a suspension bridge to start the long steep climb to the large Magar village Ulleri at 2070m. Above the village where the trail climbs gently through pastures and cultivated fields. There are magnificent rhododendron and oak forest. Lunch spot in Nangethanti. Thanti is a Nepali words meaning “rest house”. In the winter the trail can be covered with show. From Nangethanti about one hours walking to Ghorepani at 2848m. Arrive at the top of the Ghorepani pass and camp there. Q/N in Ghorepani. |
| Day 6 | Ghorepani – Ghorepani – Tadapani. O/N Tadapani Today we walk on the long descent into Kali Gandaki canyon. Enjoy the cool quite of the forest as we descend steeply through Chitre, Shikha and Ghara all of which offers refreshment and a chance to rest your knees. After about 6000 ft. of descend we cross we have our first sight of the Kali Gandaki River, which we cross to reach Tatopani. Tatopani consists several clusters of building with excellent food, hot spring and nice view of Nilgiri mountain. Sipping your beer as you enjoy your soak, drinking in the lovely atmosphere and surroundings of the riverside. Day 07: Tadapani – Ghandruk |
| Day 7 | Tatopani – Ghandruk |
| Day 8 | Ghandruk – Pokhara. O/N Pokhara Hotel |
| Day 9 | Pokhara rest day and sightseeing in Pokhara freely. O/N Pokhara Hotel Spend the days relaxing in this lovely town, with its wonderful lakeside setting. |
| Day 10 | Drive Pokhara – Kathmandu. O/N Kathmandu Hotel An early start to take the tourist bus back to Kathmandu. Overnight at hotel. |
| Day 11 | Kathmandu rest day. O/N Kathmandu Hotel |
| Day 12 | Transfer to International Airport flight with WARM GOOD BYE and Warm Namaste..!! and Namaste..!! |
Our Package cost will be included with Following services: -
- Transfer International Airport and domestic airport/hotel/airport.
- Well come dinner at the arrival day in the evening
- 3 times food (Veg/non Veg.) during the Trekking (breakfast, lunch & dinner) as a menu as you preferred.
- Required numbers of experiences Licenses holder English speaking guide and supporters during the Trek.
- All Government taxes and Annapurna Conservation Fee
- Meal/accommodation/salary/insurance/equipments (All Nepali crew).
- All Capable transportation during the trek with private car/Jeep/Landcrusier/tourist bus/hiace as a group size
- All accommodation best available lodges during the trek
- All the nights hotel in Kathmandu and Pokhara as a program schedule with breakfast
- First aid medicine during the traveling in Nepal
- The sleeping bag during the trekking trip if necessary
- TIMS Card (Trekkers Information Management System)
- Good Bye Dinner at the last day with Nepali traditional food and typical dances
Our Package cost will be Excluded with following services: -
- Kathmandu meal (Lunch and Dinner)
- Tourist entry visa can be obtained for the following duration from Nepal Embassy/Consulate or Mission offices abroad, or at the following immigration offices in Nepal.
- 01. Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu 02. Kakarvitta, Jhapa (Eastern Nepal) 03. Birganj, Parsa (Central Nepal) 04. Kodari, Sindhupalchowk (Northern Border) 05. Belhiya, Bhairahawa (Rupandehi, Western Nepal) 06. Jamuna, Nepalgunj (Banke, Mid Western Nepal) 07. Mohana, Dhangadhi (Kailali, Far Western Nepal) 08. Gaddachauki, Mahendranagar (Kanchanpur, Far Western Nepal).
- TOURIST VISA
Visa Duration Fees:
Multiple entry for 15 days US $25 or equivalent convertible currency
Multiple entry for 30 days US $40 or equivalent convertible currency
Multiple entry for 90 days US $100 or equivalent convertible currency - TOURIST VISA EXTENSION
01: Visa extension fee for 15 days or less is US $30 or equivalent convertible currency and visa extension fee for more than 15 days is US $2 per day
02: Tourist visa can be extended for a maximum period of 150 days in a single visa year (January-December). - TRANSIT VISA
Transit visa, for one day, can be obtained from Nepal’s immigration offices at the various entry points upon showing a valid departure flight ticket via the Tribhuvan International Airport in Nepal, by paying US$5 or equivalent convertible currency.
- Expenses of a personal nature such as alcoholic drinks, cold drinks, laundry, tips for your guide and support staffs etc. (Tipping is expected but it is not mandatory)
- Rescue charge, if needed our company can arrange it.
- Any kind of unforeseen expenses.
- Personal trekking equipments.
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