Day 1
Arrival in Kathmandu 1337 meter
Your trip day starts today when you arrive to Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. Upon your arrival, you will be received by our representative at the airport. He will be carrying a signboard with our company’s name on it. Then you will be transferred to the tour hotel and checked in. A trip briefing will follow later today and the time will be notified to you by the representative who picks you up from the airport. We will come to meet and brief you about the trip at the fixed time. Until then just relax or explore a bit of surrounding.
Day 2
Heritage Tour of Kathmandu
We take you for a day tour of cultural heritage monuments in Kathmandu valley after breakfast. The tour will give you a mixed insight of history, culture, art, architecture and spirituality of Kathmandu valley. The sites include;
Swoyambhunath aka Monkey Temple: The oldest of all sites in Kathmandu valley, Swoyambhunath is an important Buddhist spiritual site having the history over two thousand years old. This site has gained a popular name as monkey temple as this small forested hill is a good habitat for hundreds of monkeys. The visit there will heighten your spiritual and cultural experience.
Patan City including Patan Durbar Square: A tour to medieval city of Patan gives you a great insight about ethnic Newari culture, Budhhist spirituality, religious harmony, art and architecture while you stroll around the charismatic alleys taking you to magnificent local community squares known as Bahal and eventually leading you to an incredible medieval palace square. The monuments and skill of the local artisans displayed on those monuments in the square will stun you with their unbelievable charm.
Boudhanath Stupa: The largest of its kind in the world, this magnificent stupa is a very important center of faith for the people following Tibetan Buddhism. This place is nice Circular Square with the stunning stupa in the middle of it which spreads a lot of spiritual vibrations around the atmosphere.
Day 3
Kathmandu – Rafting – River Bank Camp.
We drive early morning from Kathmandu to go to rafting starting point about 85 kilometers south of Kathmandu. Once we reach the rafting point, a briefing about the safety and other issues during rafting trip will be given. After briefing the rafting trip of about three hours start and time to play with the Himalayan water paddling down with the flow of the gushing rapids starts. Three hours of fun time in the river brings the trip to end at a river bank camping resort where we will have lunch and stay overnight as well.
Day 4
River Bank Camp – Pokhara 827 meter
We will drive to Pokhara by tourist bus in the morning after breakfast. After driving for about four hours through scenic countryside of Nepal, we reach an eloquently charming city of Pokhara. The drive will have enough stopovers necessary on the way. Once we reach Pokhara, the charm of the city will capture our attention for a good feeling of being amidst the natural wonders from close up Himalayas to the surrounding lakes. A lake nearby our hotel is a nice place to take an evening stroll and the lakeside town has lots of options to dine.
Have an option to fly to Pokhara at an extra cost.
Day 5
Pokhara – Tikhedhunga 1530 meter
Today is the first day of our trek which starts after a one and half hours’ drive. Starting from the place called Nayapul, the trek goes alongside the Modi Khola, a Himalayan river flowing down from the Annapurna, to Birethanti and to Hile and finally to Tikhedhunga. We spend approximately five hours including the lunch time before we reach Tikhedhunga where we will stay overnight today in a simple tea house.
Day 6
Tikhedhunga – Ghorepani 2875 meter (9413 feet)
The second day of trek, we trek to Ghorepani today after breakfast. It is an uphill walk all the way through and the trek passes through beautiful Himalayan foothills settings of villages and rhododendron forest. As we walk up on the well-trodden mountain trails, it brings some of the incredible things in our view including the majestic Himalayas. Once we reach to Ghorepani at the elevation of 2875 meters above sea level, we will be stunned by the real close up view of the Himalayan peaks. If we reach there for the sunset time, it will be one rewarding sunset experience.
Day 7
Ghorepani – Tadapani 2610 meter
It is going to be a very early morning today as we are hiking up to Poon Hill at the elevation of 3210 meters above sea level to see a breathtaking panoramic view of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri mountain range in the Himalaya. Given the good weather condition, the one hour hike up early in the morning will be rewarded by a heavenly view of the mountains and sunrise that makes us feel exalted. After sunrise we hike down to Ghorepani tea house to have our breakfast and start the trek to Tadapani. After an approximately five hours trek, we reach another spectacular place, Tadapani, and stay overnight in a tea house there.
Day 8
Tadapani – Ghandruk 2050 meter
Trek to Ghandruk from Tadapani for about five hours after breakfast. Ghandruk is a beautiful Gurung village which boasts a beautiful view of the Annapurna range in the Himalaya. Spend rest of the day exploring the beauty of the village and mountains.
have an option If you prefer to go via hot spring we could go to hot spring but I suggest you to the original plan is better.
Day 9
Ghandruk – Pokhara 827 meter.
Trek down to Nayapul after breakfast and drive one and half hours back to Pokhara. Once in Pokhara, you will have some free time to relax and wash the tiredness away.
Day 10
Pokhara Exploration 827 meter.
A free day in Pokhara to do some sightseeing, boating or some adventure sports like paragliding, zip flying, ultra-light flight, bungee jumping etc. The day’s activities would be at an extra cost. We will be happy to organize those extra activities for you, should you choose to do any.
Or simply take your leisurely time on your own to get some massage, strolling around lakeside, shopping etc.
Day 11
Pokhara – Chitwan
After taking breakfast at the hotel, we drive to Chitwan for an exceptional jungle safari tour. A five hours drive by tourist bus takes us to the tropical Chitwan National Park area where we will have various jungle safari activities. Once we reach the hotel in Chitwan, we will be briefed about the activities schedule. We will go for an ethnic Tharu cultural show in the evening.
Day 12
Jungle Safari Activities Day
A full day jungle safari activities are scheduled for today. From Elephant ride to Jungle walk and canoe ride to cultural village walk, all activities are scheduled and we will follow the scheduled activities accordingly. The activities today will bring us face to face with some beautiful animals in the jungle like one horned rhinoceros, deer, bear, crocodiles, different species of birds and occasional encounter with royal Bengal tiger. We also visit the elephant breeding center and elephant bathing place.
Day 13
Chitwan – Kathmandu 1337 meter
We take early morning breakfast and drive to Kathmandu by tourist bus. There is an option to fly back by paying an additional flight cost. The drive will take around five hours to bring us Kathmandu. Once we arrive at the hotel in Kathmandu, we will have some free time to relax or explore around before we go for the farewell dinner. have an option fly back to Kathmandu with additional cost
Day 14
Departure
You will be transferred to the airport as per your flight schedule. We will pick you up from the hotel three hours prior to your flight time.
Is Combo Ghorepani Poon hill trekking suitable for me?
Trekking to Ghorepani Poon hill loop in Annapurna is obviously for all with fair fitness level. There are various trekking trips in the Annapurna Ghorepani poon hill area, some in the lower Himalayan foothills and some go higher into the mountains, as high as 5,614 meters above sea level. If you go Annapurna round and Thorang-la who love outdoor adventure; do not have problem with trekking long hours for multiple days in high mountains; can survive with basic necessities and sometimes without them; and finally if you love the serenity of mountains and uniqueness of local culture and lifestyle, yes, this trip is definitely for you.
How do we get to combo Poon hill trekking?
we drive to Pokhara and then to Nayapul to start the trek. We can fly to Pokhara too from Kathmandu instead of driving. Then we trek for multiple days up and down the trail towards the Poon hill amidst the marvelous mountains.
How fit do I need to be to trek to Ghorepani Poon hill ?
Fitness is the key requirement to trek to the Annapurna region as it involves walking up and down the mountains and goes pretty high in altitude. You definitely have to be in normal physical fitness along with strong mental toughness.
Do I need to do any special training to trek to Annapurna?
Although you need a good level of physical fitness to be able to trek to Ghorepani, you do not need to take any special training. However, a regular preparation for at least one month before the trek starts is highly advisable. You can go for regular jogging, short hiking trips – up and down the hill if possible, cardio workout and workout on improving overall fitness.
How many hours do I need to walk on the trek?
You can expect to walk six hours on average every day during the trek however the trek duration is completely dependent on your pace of walking.
Will there be any rest day along the trail as we trek?
This is short trekking so that not really need to rest if you perfer to do please tell us our guide he will made if encase you need.
What kind of trail do I have to walk?
As trekking in Nepal is all about traversing up and down the mountain more a less, you will have to walk the trail that goes up and down all the way through. Even the trek that is graded as ‘easy trek’ might feel difficult for some trekkers because of the winding trails up and down the mountains though this trek done by normal hiker so that it is not a problem. But as the trail passes through the wonderfully scenic region and villages along the way, the feeling of difficulty vanishes in the ocean of joy that the mountains and surroundings bring to you.
What do I need to take with me on the trek?
We advise you to get ready with a proper pair of waterproof trekking shoes, worn a few times already is even better. For a detailed list of things to bring, please refer to our Equipment List.
What can I expect to see on this trek?
An exhilarating adventure up in the mountains is for sure on this trek. Apart from that, you can enjoy incredible views of Himalayan vistas including the Annapurna I, Dhaulagiri, Nilgiri, Tukuche peak Annapurna South, Fishtail, Hiunchuli and many other mountains. A wonderful cultural and lifestyle experience of the ethnic people living in the region is another inspiring attraction that you come along while trekking in the Annapurna region.
What is the chance of me getting the altitude sickness?
This trek doesn’t goes to more then 3210 meter so that not problem if we go continuous more then 3000 meter might be chance altitude sickness we are not going that much high so that not problem for altitude sickness.
What if I get sick up in the mountains?
Getting sick up in the mountains during the trek is certainly not a good thing to happen to anyone. But it happens sometimes and it is good to come prepared to face any situation while doing this adventure trip. If you, unfortunately, get sick up in the mountains, our guide and the team will take the best care of you and take the most appropriate step for your safety. Those steps might include from denying you the further journey up to rescue you by helicopter. But before taking these big and last steps ahead when there are no other alternatives left, your situation will be carefully observed and the best possible will be done to make you able to continue on the journey.
It is always advisable to come prepared for any situation because the high altitude is too unpredictable.
What kind of foods can we get in the mountains?
Although there may not be as many choices of foods in the mountains as in Kathmandu, you will get a food menu with some varieties of foods. However, the famous Nepali dish, Dal Bhat, fills
your plate for most of the time and other times you can have food of your choice from the choices available in the menu.
How safe is drinking water up in the mountain?
When you are trekking in the mountain, there are three different options for drinking water. First, you can buy bottled water that is safe to drink although price gets more expensive as you trek higher. The second option is to ask the lodge you stay to fill your bottle with boiled water, which might cost you some money. And the third option is to buy water purifying tablets or rod and take it along with your on the trek. You can fill tap water along the trail and you can use the water purifying tablet or rod to turn it into safe drinking water that is the cheapest of all.