Itinerary
- Day 1
Kathmandu
You'll arrive at Tribhuwan International Airport where our team meets you and arranges your transfer to the hotel. Kathmandu itself is a vibrant place with centuries of cultural history woven through its streets. On your own time, you can walk through Swayambhunath, check out Boudhanath, or spend time at Basantapur Durbar Square at whatever pace works for you.
- Start point
- त्रिभुवन अन्तर्राष्ट्रिय विमानस्थल, त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal (Arrival Gate)
- Meals
- Dinner (Welcome dinner)
Included Activities
- Airport transfer to hotel
Optional Activities
- Visit Swayambhunath
- Visit Boudhanath
- Visit Basantapur Durbar Square
Landmarks/POIs Swayambhunath Boudhanath Basantapur Durbar Square - Day 2
Pokhara
Head to Pokhara, which serves as the main hub for mountain activities in this region. Once there, you'll see Phewa Lake right in the city center, surrounded by hills on all sides. The Peace Pagoda sits high on one of those hills, and when the weather's clear, you get views of Annapurna, Machhapuchhre, and Dhaulagiri peaks from here.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Hotel transfer in Pokhara
Optional Activities
- Visit Phewa Lake
- Visit Peace Pagoda
- Mountain viewing (Annapurna, Machhapuchhre, Dhaulagiri)
Landmarks/POIs Phewa Lake Peace Pagoda Annapurna Machhapuchhre Dhaulagiri 
- Day 3
Pokhara to Ghandruk
Drive about 2 hours to Nayapul, a small settlement in the foothills. From there, you'll start trekking with a 5 to 6 hour hike up to Ghandruk, a Gurung village sitting at 2000m elevation. The path follows the Mardi River through uphill terrain and gives you strong views of Annapurna and Machhapuchhre as you climb.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Transfer to Nayapul
- Trek to Ghandruk (5-6 hours)
Landmarks/POIs Nayapul Ghandruk Mardi River 
- Day 4
Ghandruk to Chhomrong
Trek for 6 hours from Ghandruk to Chhomrong, which sits at 2100m. The route takes you on narrow, unpaved hillside paths where trees thin out, then opens to a wider ridge where you can see the lush green hills spread out below. Chhomrong itself perches on a terraced slope with views of the mountains in multiple directions.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek to Chhomrong (6 hours)
Landmarks/POIs Chhomrong - Day 5
Chhomrong to Himalayan Hotel
Spend 6 to 7 hours trekking from Chhomrong up to Himalayan Hotel at 2850m elevation. You'll pass through thick forests of bamboo, rhododendron, and oak trees, which cover this part of the mountains and provide shade most of the way.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek to Himalayan Hotel (6-7 hours)
- Day 6
Himalayan Hotel to Machhapuchhre Base Camp
Trek from Himalayan Hotel to Machhapuchhre Base Camp, reaching 3700m elevation. From here you get direct views of Machhapuchhre with its distinctive twin peaks that resemble a fish's tail. You'll also see Annapurna I, Annapurna South, and Himchuli surrounding you in every direction.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek to Machhapuchhre Base Camp (3700m)
Landmarks/POIs Machhapuchhre Base Camp Machhapuchhre Annapurna I Annapurna South Himchuli 
- Day 7
Machhapuchhre Base Camp to Sinuwa
Trek from Machhapuchhre Base Camp to Annapurna Base Camp, then head back down to Sinuwa village. Annapurna Base Camp offers some of the best mountain views you'll get on this trek, with massive peaks dominating the landscape. In winter, snow covers the grassy slopes and small Chorten structures with colorful prayer flags dot the area. On your return, you'll walk through oak and rhododendron forests with occasional glimpses of Machhapuchhre.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek to Annapurna Base Camp
- Trek to Sinuwa village
Landmarks/POIs Annapurna Base Camp Sinuwa - Day 8
Sinuwa to Jinudanda
Trek for 4 to 5 hours from Sinuwa down to Jinudanda at 1200m elevation. The trail goes alongside the Madi River Valley, dropping quite a bit in altitude. Jinudanda is known for its natural hot springs where you can soak and let the warm water help ease muscle soreness from several days of trekking.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek to Jinudanda (4-5 hours)
Optional Activities
- Natural hot springs at Jinudanda
Landmarks/POIs Madi River Valley Jinudanda - Day 9
Jinudanda to Pokhara
Trek back to Nayapul by following the Madi River, then drive to Pokhara. Once you arrive, spend the evening wandering around the Lakeside area, which is where most tourists spend their time and where you'll find restaurants, shops, and a more relaxed atmosphere.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Trek from Jinudanda to Nayapul
- Transfer to Pokhara
Optional Activities
- Explore Pokhara Lakeside area
Landmarks/POIs Pokhara Lakeside - Day 10
Pokhara to Kathmandu
Fly from Pokhara back to Kathmandu, the capital city. After landing, take time to walk through the city streets and get a feel for its distinct culture and how life moves through the different neighborhoods and markets.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Flight from Pokhara to Kathmandu
- Transfer to hotel
Optional Activities
- Explore Kathmandu city and its culture
- Day 11
Departure from Kathmandu
Your trek is finished, and it's time to head home. Our representatives will help you with all the details for your departure from Kathmandu.
- Meals
- Dinner (Farewell dinner)
Included Activities
- Departure assistance from hotel
