Itinerary
- Day 1
Kathmandu
You'll arrive at Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport and get transferred to your hotel. This is where your 14-day trekking adventure starts, so take the evening to settle in and rest up.
- Start point
- Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal (we will pick you up from the airport, 00:00 - 23:00)
- Meals
- Breakfast
Landmarks Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport - Day 2
Kathmandu to Pokhara
Your guide picks you up early and walks you 10 minutes to the tourist bus station in Thamel. From there, it's a scenic 7-hour bus ride to Pokhara, the city of lakes. Spend your afternoon exploring the town or relaxing at the hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Explore the beauty and attractions of Pokhara
Landmarks Thamel - Day 3
Pokhara to Hile
After breakfast, you'll drive about 2 hours to Nayapul where the actual trekking begins. You descend to Modi Khola, cross the river, and get views of Machhapuchhre from the Modi Khola bridge. Then trek uphill for 3 to 4 hours to reach Hile for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Nayapul to Hile
- Cross Modi Khola river
- View of Machhapuchhre (Fishtail mountain)
Landmarks Machhapuchhre Modi Khola - Day 4
Hile to Ghorepani
Trek through Tikhedhunga and then Ulleri (1,960m), which is famous for its 3,000 plus stone staircases. The hike continues uphill for about 7 hours through oak and rhododendron forests. You'll pass through areas where Brahmin, Chhetri, and Magar people live before reaching Ghorepani (2,860m).
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek through Tikhedhunga
- Trek through Ulleri village with its 3,000+ stone staircases
- Trek through oak and rhododendron forests
Landmarks Ulleri Ghorepani - Day 5
Ghorepani to Tadapani
Start at 4:00 AM and hike to Poonhill (3,210m) to catch the sunrise over South Annapurna and Dhaulagiri. After breakfast back in Ghorepani, continue climbing through pine and rhododendron forests along the ridge. You'll pass Deurali (3,000m) on your way to Tadapani (2,610m).
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Hike to Poonhill (3,210m) for sunrise viewpoint
- Trek through pine and rhododendron forests to Deurali
- Trek to Tadapani
Landmarks Poonhill Deurali Tadapani - Day 6
Tadapani to Sinuwa
Trek downhill for 6 to 7 hours through rhododendron forests and Gurung villages where you can see their traditional lifestyle. Stop for lunch at Chhomrong (2,140m) with views of Annapurna South and Himchuli, then climb to Sinuwa Village for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek through rhododendron forests
- Explore Gurung villages and their culture
- Stop at Chhomrong with views of Annapurna South and Himchuli
- Trek to Sinuwa Village
Landmarks Chhomrong Annapurna South - Day 7
Sinuwa to Himalaya Hotel
After breakfast, you'll trek for 5 to 6 hours on strenuous terrain. The route takes you down to Chhomrong Khola, across the river, then through dense forests before descending to the gorge at Dovan. A short uphill climb brings you to Himalaya Hotel (2,900m).
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek to Chhomrong Khola and cross the river
- Trek through dense forests
- Trek to Dovan gorge
- Trek to Himalaya Hotel
Landmarks Chhomrong Khola Dovan 
- Day 8
Himalaya Hotel to Annapurna Base Camp
Trek for about 6 hours to reach Annapurna Base Camp (4,130m), also called Annapurna Sanctuary. You'll stop for lunch at Machhapuchchhre Base Camp along the way. By evening, you're surrounded by mountains with spectacular sunset views of the Himalayan peaks.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek to Machhapuchchhre Base Camp
- Trek to Annapurna Base Camp (4,130m)
- View Himalayan peaks at sunset
Landmarks Machhapuchchhre Base Camp Annapurna Base Camp 
- Day 9
Annapurna Base Camp to Bamboo
Enjoy the morning mountain scenery, then trek down to Bamboo village by retracing your route. The descent is about 1,700m along the Modi Khola river to Bamboo (2,345m). Spend the afternoon exploring this beautiful village.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek down to Bamboo village along Modi Khola
- Explore Bamboo village
Landmarks Modi Khola Bamboo - Day 10
Bamboo to Jhinu Danda
After breakfast, make a steep climb to Kuldi Ghar, then trek to Sinuwa and climb stone steps to Lower Chomrong. Continue up a thousand stone steps to Chhomrong, then descend the steep trail to Jhinu Danda. There are natural hot springs about 20 minutes from Jhinu Danda you can visit.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Steep ascent to Kuldi Ghar
- Trek through Lower Chomrong
- Climb thousand stone steps to Chhomrong
- Descend steep trail to Jhinu Danda
- Access to natural hot springs
Optional Activities
- Soak in natural hot springs 20 minutes from Jhinu Danda
Landmarks Jhinu Danda Hot Springs - Day 11
Jhinu Danda to Pothana
After relaxing in the hot springs, trek for 5 to 6 hours to reach Pothana. The route goes down to Modi Khola, crosses the river, and passes through villages like Landrunk and Tolka. You'll walk through oak forests with good Himalayan views and have time to explore traditional villages and catch the sunset.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek to Modi Khola and cross the river
- Trek through Landrunk and Tolka villages
- Trek through oak forest
- Reach Pothana with Himalayan views
- Explore traditional villages around Pothana
Landmarks Landrunk Tolka Pothana - Day 12
Pothana to Pokhara
Start with breakfast and mountain views, then gradually descend for about 3 hours to Phedi (1,500m). You'll trek through forests with continued views of the Himalayas. From Phedi, drive through countryside back to Pokhara and check in to your 3-star hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Descend to Phedi (1,500m)
- Trek through forests to Phedi
Landmarks Phedi - Day 13
Pokhara to Kathmandu
After breakfast, drive to Kathmandu via Prithvi Highway with scenic views throughout the journey. Once you arrive in Kathmandu, explore the city and shop for gifts and souvenirs to bring home.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Scenic bus ride on Prithvi Highway
Optional Activities
- Roam around Kathmandu city
- Shop for gifts and souvenirs
- Day 14
Kathmandu to Airport
Your Annapurna Base Camp trek comes to an end today. A representative from Sherpa Expedition and Trekking Team will pick you up 3 hours before your flight departure and take you to the airport.
- End point
- Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal (We will drop you at airport, 00:00 - 23:00)
Landmarks Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport
