Trekking in Nepal: 5-day taster trip
Few places on earth stop you in your tracks quite like the Annapurna region of Nepal. This five-day trek along the legendary Ghorepani Poon Hill trail delivers some of the most celebrated panoramas in the Himalayas with sweeping views of Mt. Machhapuchre, Dhaulagiri, and the full Annapurna range unfolding at every turn.
The trail winds through the heartland of the Gurung people, where centuries-old traditions and mountain village life add a profound cultural depth to every step. Short in distance, vast in reward.
Services
Included:
- 4 nights accommodation in tea houses
- Daily breakfast
- Land transfers in an air-conditioned car with an English-speaking driver
- English-speaking trekking guide in Poonhill trek
- Porter(s) on the trek
- TIMS & Annapurna conservation permit fees
- All government taxes
Excluded:
- International flights
- Any meals & drinks not mentioned in the itinerary
- Any expenses incurred due to unforeseen circumstances
- Personal expenses
- Expenses incurred during rescue services
- Travel insurance
- Nepal visa fees
- Tips & gratuities
Optional:
- Adventure activities in Pokhara (paragliding, zip flyer, mountain biking & sky diving)
- Other cultural tours
Itinerary at a Glance
Pokhara - Nayapul - Tikhedhunga
Say Hello To Nepal!
Tikhedhunga - Ghorepani
The Innumerable Stone Steps
Ghorepani - Poon Hill - Tadapani
The Sunrise View From Poon Hill
Tapapani - Ghandruk
The Trail Between Tadapani To Ghandruk
Ghandruk - Nayapul - Pokhara
Goodbye, Ghandruk!
Detailed Itinerary
Pokhara - Nayapul - Tikhedhunga
Day 1: Say Hello To Nepal!
Welcome to the metropolitan and largest city of Nepal, Pokhara! Pokhara is the gateway to the Annapurna Circuit, a popular trail in the Himalayas.
Your guide will lead you from Pokhara city to a scenic drive to Nayapul. Today's walk is short and a relatively easy climb to allow you to get used to the experience of trekking in Nepal. You will trek to Birethanti, a large village that has many shops and teahouses.
From here, the trail continues along the north bank of the Bhurungdi Khola, ascends steeply, first through forest, then through gorgeous terraced paddy fields and again through forest before climbing steadily up the side of the valley to Hille before reaching Tikhedhunga.
Tikhedhunga - Ghorepani
Day 2: The Innumerable Stone Steps
Today, you walk longer than usual and most of the way is a steep climb up to Ulleri through the 3,000 innumerable stone steps! You will then continue to ascend more gently, through fine forests of oak and rhododendrons towards Banthanti. Then, you trek towards Nangethanti before arriving at Ghorepani. Ghorepani is a relatively large village with excellent views of the Annapurna range, Nilgiri, and Dhaulagiri. Enjoy the magnificent view of the mountains and don't forget to take pictures while you're there.
Ghorepani - Poon Hill - Tadapani
Day 3: The Sunrise View From Poon Hill
Wake up early and move from Ghorepani to Poon Hill. Poon Hill is known as one of the best viewpoints in the world for its magnificent connection with two of the world’s tallest Himalayas - Dhaulagiri and Annapurna. The best time to view this mountainous range is before 5 am so you can see the sunrise over the mountains. You will enjoy the breathtaking views of the majestic mountains from the top of Poon Hill. Then, you will you will back to Ghorepani for your breakfast and start your trek to Tadapani. Today you’ll get the best of rhododendron blossoming jungles as you get through Deurali pass at 3160m
Tapapani - Ghandruk
Day 4: The Trail Between Tadapani To Ghandruk
This morning, you will start your trekking trail between Tadapani and Ghandruk. Your trail will mostly go through the subtropical jungles. Tadapani also offers you the view of an amazing landscape of the Himalayas. The trail steeply goes down through the rhododendron forests. Then, you will pass by a stream to reach Ghandruk, the second biggest Gurung Village of Nepal. You will enjoy the great view of Annapurna South, Machhapuchhre, and other mountains.
Ghandruk - Nayapul - Pokhara
Day 5: Goodbye, Ghandruk!
Your adventure is almost over. From Ghandruk, the trail descends steeply, first through the villages, then through the gorgeous terraced paddy fields and again through the forest, up to Dhampus and finally to Phedi. You will get a glimpse of the fantastic mountains like Machhapuchhare, Annapurna South, Lamjung Himal, and Annapurna III, which you might have missed on the way up. You have reached the end of your trek and you will drive back to Pokhara city. Your 5-day trekking adventure was a great experience that you can share with your family and friends!
