Itinerary
- Day 1
Kathmandu
A representative meets you at Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport and drives you to your hotel in Thamel, the main tourist area. Once you've settled in, your guide sits down with you to go over what the trek to Khopra Ridge and Khayer Lake will involve.
- Start point
- त्रिभुवन अन्तर्राष्ट्रिय विमानस्थल, त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal (Airport pick up by private car, 00:00 - 23:00)
- Meals
- Breakfast
Landmarks/POIs Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport Thamel - Day 2
Kathmandu to Pokhara
You'll spend 6 to 7 hours on the road heading to Pokhara Valley, watching the landscape change as you go. The drive gets you to Phewa Tal lake, and after checking into your hotel nearby, you can walk around Lakeside to browse the shops and find a place to eat. Catch the sunset from the water before heading back for the evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Explore Lakeside shops, bars and restaurants
- Watch sunset over Phewa Tal lake
Landmarks/POIs Phewa Tal Lakeside, Pokhara - Day 3
Pokhara to Tadapani
From Pokhara, you drive to Ghandruk Village with a stop for lunch along the way. Your trek begins toward Tadapani, taking you through oak and rhododendron forests where you can see Machapuchare, Annapurna South, Annapurna II, III, IV, and Lamjung Himal appearing throughout the day.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek through oak and rhododendron forests from Ghandruk to Tadapani
Landmarks/POIs Ghandruk Village Machapuchare Annapurna South Annapurna II Annapurna III Annapurna IV Lamjung Himal 
- Day 4
Tadapani to Bayeli Kharka
Start early to watch the sunrise and see how the light shifts across the peaks. The hike moves through rhododendron forest to Bayeli Kharka, where the views of the Annapurna Ranges are excellent. From here you can also spot Mt. Dhaulagiri, the world's 7th highest peak.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek through rhododendron forest from Tadapani to Bayeli Kharka
Optional Activities
- View sunrise from starting point
Landmarks/POIs Mt. Dhaulagiri - Day 5
Bayeli Kharka to Khopra Ridge
Trek downhill to Chhsitibang Village and then continue up to Khopra Ridge. Along the way you might come across pheasants (Nepal's national bird), yaks in the alpine meadows, and Himalayan Tahr. From the ridge itself, you'll have views of Mt. Dhaulagiri, Annapurna I, South, Tukuche Peak, Dhampus Peak, Mt. Nilgiri, and other major snow-covered peaks.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Bayeli Kharka through Chhsitibang Village to Khopra Ridge
Optional Activities
- Wildlife viewing: pheasants, yaks, Himalayan Tahr
Landmarks/POIs Chhsitibang Village Khopra Ridge Annapurna I Tukuche Peak Dhampus Peak Mt. Nilgiri - Day 6
Khopra Ridge to Khayer Lake and back
Follow the trail to Khayer Lake at 4,600m (15,092 ft), where the crystal clear water is particularly striking at this elevation. After taking in the alpine setting, you head back to Khopra Ridge to sleep for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek to Khayer Lake (4,600m/15,092 ft)
Landmarks/POIs Khayer Lake - Day 7
Khopra Ridge to Swanta
This is a lighter trek day as you make your way to Swanta, which has its own cheese factory you can visit and walk through. Try some local yak cheeses while you're there, then stay overnight in the village.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Khopra Ridge to Swanta
- Visit Swanta cheese factory
Optional Activities
- Sample and purchase cheeses including yak cheeses at the factory
Landmarks/POIs Swanta - Day 8
Swanta to Ghorepani
Head out toward Ghorepani, a place known for excellent mountain views, especially at sunrise and sunset. The route takes you first to Chitre Village, then you join the main trail up to Ghorepani where Mt. Dhaulagiri, Machapuchare, Annapurna South, I and other snow-capped peaks come into view. If you want, take an optional short hike up to Poon Hill before sunset.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Swanta to Chitre Village
- Trek to Ghorepani
Optional Activities
- Short trek to Poon Hill for sunset views
Landmarks/POIs Chitre Village Ghorepani Poon Hill - Day 9
Poon Hill sunrise and return to Pokhara
Poon Hill offers one of the best sunrise views in the region. You'll see Dhaulagiri, Annapurna I, II, III, IV, Annapurna South, Nilgiri, Tukuche, Varaha Shikhar and Lamjung Himal as the light changes. After the sunrise viewing and photos, return to Ghorepani for breakfast, then trek down to Nayapul and drive back to Pokhara.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Early morning trek to Poon Hill for sunrise views
- Trek from Ghorepani to Nayapul
Landmarks/POIs Poon Hill Mt. Dhaulagiri Annapurna I Annapurna II Annapurna III Annapurna IV Annapurna South Mt. Nilgiri Tukuche Peak Varaha Shikhar Lamjung Himal Nayapul - Day 10
Pokhara to Kathmandu
Travel back to Kathmandu by bus or private vehicle (depends on group size). You'll be taken to your hotel near Thamel when you arrive. Spend time walking through Thamel for last-minute shopping or sit at one of the cafes to relax.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Explore Thamel for shopping
- Visit cafes in Thamel
Landmarks/POIs Thamel - Day 11
Departure from Kathmandu
Your final day in Nepal. A representative drops you at Kathmandu airport about 3 hours before your flight. Use the time to reflect on the trek through the Himalayan mountains and think about coming back.
Landmarks/POIs Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport
