One of the best-known short treks in Nepal is the Ghorepani Trek, commonly referred to as the “Ghorepani” or “Poon Hill” walk. You get to enjoy panoramic views of Dhaulagiri, Nilgiri, Annapurna I, and Annapurna South from Poon Hill in a short period of time and proceed through aesthetic local villages and rhododendron forests. This short trip from Pokhara is a great spot to relax and take in the spectacular alpine landscape and charming hill villages. Thus, Poon Hill Sunrise Trek is a popular and exciting trek route.
Day 01: Arrive Kathmandu
As you fly into Kathmandu, you’ll have beautiful views over the valley, the Himalayas, and of the terraced fields below. After going through customs, a representative will be waiting to guide you through the initial culture shock of Kathmandu’s narrow, winding streets and get you settled into your hotel. Once you’ve settled in, head out and visit one of Kathmandu’s cultural highlights.
In the evening, the tourist hub of Thamel is a good place to grab your first meal, with a variety of restaurants to choose from offering both Western and local Nepali dishes. Overnight at a hotel in Kathmandu.
Day 02: Kathmandu valley tour
After enjoying a sumptuous breakfast at the hotel, our representative will be receiving you for a full day sightseeing tour of Kathmandu. The famous world heritage sites to explore in Kathmandu are as below:
Later transfer back to the hotelovernight. Overnight at a hotel in Kathmandu.
Day 03: Fly to Pokhara & Trek to Tikhedhunga (1480m) [Approx. 3 hours trek]
Our representative will receive you for the morning flight to Pokhara. Upon arriving at Pokhara, you will be greeted by your trekking guide at Pokhara Airport and drive up to Nayapul (40 Kms about 2 hours’ drive) where our trek starts. Today we will trek up to Tikhedhunga. Your first trail will head uphill through fertile farms of rice, maize, and millet fields. Following the main trail of Birethanti, pass by a small waterfall and continue until you reach Sudami where you will stop and have lunch.
Get back on your feet after this midday break and climb steadily along the side of the valley until you reach Tikhedhunga Teahouse for your overnight stay. Overnight at a normal lodge.
Day 04: Trek to Ghorepani (2875m) [Approx. 4 to 5 hours trek]
After your early breakfast this morning, get ready for the steep climb up to Ulleri. The trek begins with stone step stairways climbing up the ridgeline which eventually leads through cultivated fields. After this the rest of the trail continues through a scenic area of blooming rhododendron blossoms and old oak forest.
We’ll stop for lunch at Nangethati. “Thati” literally means rest house in Nepali. During winter this place will be covered with snow. After lunch climb until we reach Ghorepani, a village surrounded by spectacular scenic views. Overnight at a normal lodge.
Day 05: Visit Poon Hill and Trek to Tadapani [Approx. 4 to 5 hours trek]
We will start off with an early morning wake-up call and begin our pre-dawn climb to Poon Hill (10,500 ft) in just about an hour. This is a spiritual place that provides majestic scenery, especially when the rising sun casts golden light on the nearby snow-covered peaks like Dhaulagiri, Annapurna South, Fishtail, and SingaChuli, to name a few Himalayas.
We’ll then return downhill to Ghorepani for a hearty breakfast before continuing a full day of trekking towards the small village of Tadapani. This trail works itself uphill and downhill through a range of landscapes and microclimates. Overnight at a normal lodge.
Day 06: Trek to Nayapul and drive to Pokhara [Approx. 3 hours trek & 2 hours drive]
After breakfast in Tadapani, the trail continues to descend steeply until we reach Syauli Bazar through amazing hillside landscapes, forests, and terraced rice fields. Our trek will end at Nayapul where we will drive back to the hotel in Pokhara. Even from this urban environment of Pokhara, we can enjoy magnificent views of the Himalayas including Dhaulagiri, Manaslu, Machhapuchhre, the peaks of Annapurna, and others.
Enjoy the afternoon and evening on your own. Overnight at a hotel in Pokhara.
Day 07: Fly back to Kathmandu
After a sumptuous breakfast at the hotel, our representative will transfer you to Pokhara airport to fly back to Kathmandu. Receive and transfer to your respective hotel at Kathmandu by our representative.
Rest of the day will be at leisure in Kathmandu. Overnight at a hotel in Kathmandu.
Day 08: Departure Transfer
Today you will be transferred to the International airport for your onward flight.
All information in this itinerary is accurate to the best of our knowledge but please note that changes to our trips can and do occur. This may be due to our effort to improve our program or logistical reasons such as changes in flight schedules, traffic conditions, weather conditions, or government policies. We will make every effort to keep you informed of any changes but cannot be held liable for any alterations made to the published itinerary.
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