Description

This is one of the shortest but amply rewarding treks in the Annapurna region in the Himalayas. The trek commences at Ulleri which is about a 2.5 hour drive from Pokhara. It is a somewhat demanding hike up to Ghorepani, a village which was until recently a watering stop for mule caravans that carried luggage from Pokhara to Jomson.

Poon Hill is about an hour’s climb from Ghorepani. It is best to reach Poon Hill early-morning in order to catch the sunrise. The spectacular panoramic view from Poon Hill stretches from Dhaulagiri to the Annapurna peaks to Himchuli and Tarke Kang.

The return journey is via Tadopani and Ghandruk.

Itinerary

• Day 1Your City - Kathmandu

  Take a flight from your city and try to reach Kathmandu by evening. Check into a comfortable hotel.

• Day 2Kathmandu - Pokhara

  Start for Pokahra after breakfast in a private luxury bus/mini-van. It is a scenic 6-hour drive to Pokhara.

• Day 3Pokhara - Ulleri (2000 m) - Ghorepani (2800 m)

  Drive to Ulleri (2000 m) via Nayapul and Hille (3.5 hours) Be prepared for a very bumpy ride for the last 30 min or so! The trek from there to Ghorepani (2800 m) should take around 3 hours. The trail meanders through dense forests and is dotted with a few waterfalls. You will cross a few villages and several teahouses before reaching the destination for the day.

• Day 4Ghorepani - Poon Hill (3210 m) - Ghoderani - Tadopani (2650 m)

  Start early in the morning to catch the sunrise at Poon Hill (3210m). Enjoy views of the lofty Himalayan peaks, return to Ghorepani. It should take about 45 min each way. Leave for Tadopani (2650 m) after breakfast. The 10 km downhill stretch of the trail should take about 3 hours.

• Day 5Tadopani - Ghandruk - Saulibazar - Pokhara

  The 6 km trek to Ghandruk (1950 m) is mostly downhill and one can negotiate it in about 2 hours. Proceed to Saulibazar (2 hours trek) and drive back to Pokhara (1.5 hours). Check into a comfortable 3-star hotel there. You will have some time in the evening for shopping.

• Day 6Pokhara - Kathmandu

  Optional trek to Sarangkot view point (2.5 hours) in the morning. You can take the cable car on the return. Catch an afternoon flight to Kathmandu. Check into a comfortable 3-star hotel there. Shop for some souvenirs and enjoy dinner at one of the numerous restaurants in the Thamel area.

• Day 7Kathmandu - Your City

  Check out after breakfast. Visit Pashupatinath temple before heading to the airport to catch a flight back to your city.

Inclusions

• – Four nights in 3 star hotels on twin-sharing basis, two nights in teahouses
• – Breakfast on all days. All meals during the trek
• – Airport pickup and drop
• – Kathmandu to Pokhara by private luxury bus/ mini-van
• – Flight from Pokhara to Kathmandu
• – Transfers to/from start/finish of the trek by Jeep
• – Trekking permits (TIMS card and ACAP)
• – Guides and porters
• – Travel insurance for guides and porters

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