Itinerary
- Day 1
Kathmandu
You'll arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport and transfer to your hotel. Once settled, your guide will walk through the tour itinerary with you and answer any questions about what's coming up.
Landmarks/POIs Tribhuvan International Airport - Day 2
Kathmandu
This day is yours to do as you like. You can wander around Kathmandu Valley or stay at the hotel to rest. If you're interested, there are optional visits to Pashupatinath, Boudhanath stupa, Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple), and Patan. Meet your trekking guide in the afternoon to check gear and go over preparations.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit Pashupatinath
- Visit Boudhanath Buddhist stupa
- Visit Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple)
- Visit Patan (city of fine arts)
- Kathmandu Valley UNESCO World Heritage Sites sightseeing
Landmarks/POIs Pashupatinath Boudhanath Stupa Swayambhunath Patan - Day 3
Pokhara
You'll take a tourist bus from Kathmandu to Pokhara, traveling through terraced fields, colorful villages, and getting views of the Himalayas along the way. After arriving, spend the rest of the day preparing for the trek and checking out Pokhara.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Explore Pokhara
- Short walks from Pokhara
- Bicycle rides from Pokhara
- Swimming or canoeing on Lake Phewa
- Pokhara UNESCO World Heritage Sites sightseeing
Landmarks/POIs Lake Phewa Machapuchhare - Day 4
Nayapul to Tikhedhunga
From Pokhara, you'll drive to Nayapul and start trekking through the Annapurna Conservation Area. The first 3 hours take you across paddy fields with views of the Bhurungdi Khola river until you reach Tikhedhunga for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Nayapul to Tikhedhunga (approximately 3 hours)
- View of Bhurungdi Khola
Landmarks/POIs Annapurna Conservation Area Project Bhurungdi Khola - Day 5
Tikhedhunga to Ghorepani
You'll trek for about 2 hours on a steep climb to Ulleri, then pass through rhododendron forest. After lunch at Banthanti, the trail becomes gentler as you make your way to Ghorepani, a Magar village surrounded by rhododendrons where you'll stay.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at Banthanti), Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Tikhedhunga to Ulleri
- Trek through rhododendron forest to Ghorepani
- Lunch at Banthanti
Landmarks/POIs Ulleri Ghorepani - Day 6
Ghorepani to Tadapani
Wake early and climb Poon Hill to catch the sunrise over the Himalayan peaks. Return to Ghorepani for breakfast, then trek roughly 6 hours through rhododendron forest with views of Dhaulagiri. Later you'll descend through lush forests and climb to Tadapani, where you'll have views of Annapurna South and Machapuchhare.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Climb Poon Hill for sunrise
- Trek through rhododendron forest
- Trek to Tadapani (approximately 6 hours total)
Landmarks/POIs Poon Hill Annapurna South Machapuchhare Dhaulagiri - Day 7
Tadapani to Chhomrung
Start with a steep downhill trek from Tadapani through rhododendron forest. You'll cross a stream and climb to the next ridge, arriving at Chhomrung, a large Gurung village on terraced hillsides.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Tadapani to Chhomrung through rhododendron forest
Landmarks/POIs Chhomrung - Day 8
Chhomrung to Dovan
You'll trek uphill for about 6 to 7 hours to reach Doban. The route follows the river bank with constant ups and downs, crosses through a landslide area and rhododendron forest on a stone-paved trail. You'll reach Dovan at the junction of two streams to rest. If you have energy left, you can continue to Deurali.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Chhomrung to Dovan (approximately 6-7 hours)
Optional Activities
- Continue trekking to Deurali if energy permits
Landmarks/POIs Dovan - Day 9
Dovan to Annapurna Base Camp
This is a tough trekking day as you climb through the sanctuary gates to Machapuchare Base Camp and then to Annapurna Base Camp at 3,600m (11,810 feet). The 6 to 7 hours of trekking follows Modi Khola river to Hinko Cave, then ascends steeply. You'll pass through sanctuary gates to reach 360-degree views of the Annapurna peaks. Take your time, drink water regularly, and let your body adjust to the altitude.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek through Annapurna Sanctuary to Machapuchare Base Camp
- Trek to Annapurna Base Camp (approximately 6-7 hours, 3600m elevation)
Landmarks/POIs Modi Khola Hinko Cave Machapuchare Base Camp Annapurna Base Camp Machapuchare (6,997m) Annapurna 1 (7,219m) Annapurna South (7,219m) Annapurna 3 (7,555m) Annapurna Frank (7,647m) Glacier Dome (7,193m) - Day 10
Annapurna Base Camp to Bamboo
You'll head back down the same route, descending about 7 hours to Bamboo, which sits 1,600m lower than ABC. Expect this to be hard on your legs as you trek from snowy rocks through rhododendron and bamboo forest. Bamboo is a small village with tea houses where you'll rest for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Annapurna Base Camp to Bamboo (approximately 7 hours)
Landmarks/POIs Bamboo - Day 11
Bamboo to Jhinu Hot Spring
Descend to Chhomrung and then continue to Jhinu Hot Spring over about 6 hours of trekking. The path is gently rolling with nice valley views before you descend steeply to Chomrong Khola and climb again to Chhomrung. Then descend to Jhinu where natural hot springs at 105°F (40°C) are about 20 minutes downhill from the village. Soak to ease your tired muscles.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Bamboo to Jhinu Hot Spring (approximately 6 hours)
- Hot spring bath at Jhinu
Landmarks/POIs Jhinu Hot Spring Chomrong Khola - Day 12
Jhinu Hot Spring to Pokhara
Your last full trekking day follows Modi Khola river bank for about 6 hours with views of Annapurna South and green terraced hills beneath snowy peaks. You'll pass through farmland, then a private vehicle takes you back to Pokhara (about 1 hour). Spend the evening at Lake Phewa with options for walks, bicycle rides, swimming, or canoeing.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Jhinu Hot Spring to Modi Khola bank (approximately 6 hours)
- Private vehicle transfer to Pokhara (approximately 1 hour)
Optional Activities
- Short walks from Pokhara
- Bicycle rides from Pokhara
- Swimming on Lake Phewa
- Canoeing on Lake Phewa
Landmarks/POIs Modi Khola Lake Phewa - Day 13
Pokhara to Kathmandu
Travel from Pokhara to Kathmandu on the Prithvi Highway by tourist bus, roughly 6 hours. You'll transfer to your hotel, rest, and walk through the tourist street. Later, there's a farewell dinner in the evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Farewell dinner)
Included Activities
- Tourist bus transfer from Pokhara to Kathmandu (approximately 6 hours)
- Farewell dinner
Landmarks/POIs Prithvi Highway - Day 14
Kathmandu to Airport
You'll transfer to the airport for your departure. Safe travels, and thanks for trekking with Adventure Himalayan Travels.
Landmarks/POIs Tribhuvan International Airport
