Itinerary
- Day 1
Kathmandu
You'll arrive at Kathmandu airport where your Himalayan Exploration Treks representative will be waiting to meet you. From there, it's a transfer to your hotel where you can settle in, freshen up, and start getting ready for the trek that's coming up over the next few days.
- Start point
- Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal (Arrival gate )
- Day 2
Kathmandu to Pokhara
The drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara takes you through some nice scenic terrain along the Trisuli and Marsyandi rivers. You'll see landscapes change as you head toward Pokhara, and it's a good chance to relax after arriving and get acclimated before the trekking begins.
Landmarks Trisuli River Marsyandi River 
- Day 3
Pokhara to Tikhedunga
You'll drive about 2 hours to Nayapul, then start your trek from there. The hike to Tikhedunga takes roughly 2 hours 30 minutes, and you'll stay overnight in a tea-house once you arrive. It's a solid introduction to the trail without being too demanding on day one.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Nayapul to Tikhedunga
Landmarks Nayapul Tikhedunga - Day 4
Tikhedunga to Ghorepani
Day two involves a steep climb up to Ulleri followed by a more gradual trek through the forest as you head toward Ghorepani. The terrain gets progressively easier after that initial push, and by evening you'll be settled at your tea-house in Ghorepani.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Tikhedunga to Ghorepani
Landmarks Ulleri Ghorepani - Day 5
Ghorepani to Tadapani
You'll wake early and hike for about 1 hour 30 minutes up to Poon Hill to catch the sunrise. The 360-degree views of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri massifs are the main reason for the early start, and after that you'll head on to Tadapani where breakfast is waiting for you.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Sunrise hike to Poon Hill
- Trek from Poon Hill to Tadapani
Landmarks Poon Hill Annapurna Massif Dhaulagiri Massif Tadapani 
- Day 6
Tadapani to Ghandruk
After having breakfast, you'll trek to Ghandruk by walking through the Rhododendron forest. The path is pleasant and goes through some beautiful terrain as you work your way down to the village of Ghandruk where you'll stay for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Tadapani to Ghandruk
Landmarks Rhododendron Forest Ghandruk - Day 7
Ghandruk to Pokhara
The descent to Nayapul takes around 4 hours, and from there you'll catch a bus or taxi back to Pokhara. Some people prefer arranging a direct bus or jeep straight from Ghandruk to Pokhara, which saves a bit of time if you want to skip the walk down.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Trek from Ghandruk to Nayapul
Landmarks Nayapul - Day 8
Pokhara
You'll have time in Pokhara to wander around and check out what the city has to offer. There's sightseeing to do around town, whether that's checking out the lakeside area or exploring local neighborhoods at your own pace.
Optional Activities
- Sightseeing around Pokhara
- Day 9
Pokhara to Kathmandu
You'll take a tourist bus back to Kathmandu from Pokhara. The drive takes several hours, but it's a comfortable way to travel and gives you time to relax after the trek and reflect on the past week.
- Day 10
Kathmandu
It's time to head to Kathmandu airport for your departure back home. You'll transfer from your hotel to the airport and start making your way back to your home country after finishing your Himalayan trek.
- End point
- Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal (Departure Gate No. 3)
