Ghorepani Poonhill Trek from Kathmandu | Best Short Trek in Nepal

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10 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

A short trek into the Anapurnas and towards the beautiful Ghorepani and the Himalayan vantage-point ‘Poon Hill’. The trekking trail is filled up with spectacular mountain views of the entire Annapurna range and passes thru beautiful ethnic Gurung villages. This is a few days of adventure with relatively easy hiking and witnessing the local culture and tradition. Observe the panoramic view from Poon hill from mountains like Dhaulagiri, Annapurna, Nilgiri, Fishtail and other peaks of the western region.

What's Included

Accommodation during the trek at guest houses/lodges on twin sharing, Meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) with tea and coffee during the trek.
Kathmandu city tours inclusive of vehicle transfer & professional English speaking tour guide.
Airport pick up and transfer by private vehicle as per the itinerary.
Trekker's Information Management System (TIMS)
Lunch (Optional[4])
Lunch
Dinner (Optional[4])
Dinner
First aid medical kit & Duffle bag.
Breakfast (Optional[9])
Breakfast
Surface transportation to and from trekking start and end point by tourist bus (Upgrade to flights/private car available on extra cost)
Highly experienced government licensed guide and necessary porters during the trek and their transportation, food, accommodation, salary, equipment and insurance.
Accommodation in Kathmandu at 3 star hotel including breakfast for twin share.
Government taxes & service charge.
Any meals other than breakfast in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
International airfares.
Rescue and travel insurance, trip cancellation costs, accident or health emergency, evacuation, loss, theft or damage to baggage and personal effects. We strongly advise you to take out personal travel insurance.
Items of a personal nature.
Any kind of alcoholic drinks, hot water, hot shower, cold drinks, laundry, phone call, and internet.
Tips and gratuities (Tipping are expected but not mandatory)

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Please look for your name-card outside Kathmandu airport.

Itinerary

Duration: 10 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Arrive Kathmandu/meet & transfer to hotel

    3 stops
  • 1
    Tribhuvan International Airport

    Meet/greet at the airport then transfer to your hotel in Kathmandu. The rest of the time is free to explore or relax at the hotel.

    10 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Thamel

    Thamel is at central Kathmandu and the popular tourist hub.

    10 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Kathmandu

    Kathmandu is the captial of Nepal and your entry/exit point out of Nepal

    10 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 2

    After breakfast sightseeing around Kathmandu at 4 UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

    5 stops
  • 4
    Kathmandu Valley

    Meet at your hotel, and go for cultural sightseeing in Kathmandu visiting 4 UNESCO World Heritage Sites then back to the hotel.

    10 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Swaymbhunath

    Swayambhunath aka 'Monkey Temple' is locate atop hill giving great view of the Kathmandu City. (UNESOC World Heritage Site)

    45 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 6
    Pashupatinath Temple

    Pashupatinath is the ancient Hindu temple located at the banks of the holy Bagmati River. (UNESCO World Heritage Site)

    45 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 7
    Boudhanath Stupa

    Boudhanath is the largest Buddhist Stupa inside the Kathmandu Valley. (UNESCO World Heritage Site)

    1 hour • Admission ticket not included
  • 8
    Kathmandu Durbar Square

    Kathmnadu Durbar Square is the age-old seat of royalty with palaces, temples, shrines.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
    • Day 3

    Kathmandu to Pokhara 6-7 hours bus ride

    2 stops
  • 9
    Pokhara

    Drive to Pokhara after breakfast via a scenic route passing along village, small towns, rivers etc.

    8 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 10
    Pokhara

    Pokhara is the beautiful lakeside town in Nepal and the starting point for treks into the Annapurna region.

    8 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 4

    Pokhara to Tikhedhunga (1540m) 4-5 hrs walk

    1 stop
  • 11

    Drive to Nayapul (1 hr drive) & trek to Tikhedunga (1540m) 4-5 hrs. past Modi Khola, Birethanti & reach Tikedhunga.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
    • Day 5

    Tikhedhunga to Ghorepani (2870m) 5-6 hrs walk

    1 stop
  • 12
    Ghorepani

    Trek Tikhedunga to Ghorepani (2870m) 5-6 hrs passing Ulleri, Banthali crossing oak & rhododendron forests & Ghorepani.

    9 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 6

    Ghorepani to Poonhill (3210m) to Tadapani (2710m) 6-7 hrs walk

    2 stops
  • 13
    Ghorepani

    Early morning hike to Poon Hill (3210m) for Himalayan sunrise & back to Ghorepani & trek to Tadapani (2710m) 6-7 hrs

    3 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 14
    Poon Hill

    Poon Hill is the popular Himalayan view point to witness sunrise view over the mountains like Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Nilgiri, Himchuli and Machhapuchchhre.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket included
    • Day 7

    Tadapani to Ghandruk (1940m)

    2 stops
  • 15
    Ghandruk

    Trek Tadapani to Ghandruk (1940m) 4 hrs crossing over forest to Baisi Kharka & arrive Ghandruk.

    9 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 16
    Ghandruk

    Ghandruk is a beautiful Gurung village provide spectacular views of Annapurna South and other Himalayas.

    9 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 8

    Ghandruk to Nayapul (1070m) to Pokhara

    1 stop
  • 17

    Trek Ghandruk to Nayapul (1070m) 3-4 hrs passing along Kliu, Shauli Bazaar, Birethanti & Nayapul then drive to Pokhara

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
    • Day 9

    Pokhara to Kathmandu (drive by bus)

    1 stop
  • 18
    Kathmandu

    Drive to Kathmandu from Pokhara tracing the same route back to Kathmandu City.

    8 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 10

    Transfer to the Airport for your onward destination

    1 stop
  • 19
    Thamel

    Trip concludes & drop-off at the airport for your onward flight.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
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Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

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