Itinerary
- Day 1
Kathmandu
You'll arrive at the airport and get transferred to your Kathmandu hotel. After dropping your bags off, meet the other travelers and your yoga instructor at a welcome dinner. There's a gentle yoga session afterward to help you shake off the travel and settle in for the trip ahead.
- Meals
- Dinner (Warm welcome dinner)
Included Activities
- Welcome dinner with fellow travelers and yoga instructor
- Introductory yoga session
- Day 2
Kathmandu to Ghandruk
Start early with breakfast, then fly to Pokhara with mountain views the whole way. From there, drive about two hours to Nayapul where the trekking kicks off. You'll hike roughly 5 hours up to Ghandruk village, taking in the Annapurna range and getting a feel for local life. Evening yoga session wraps up the day.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Flight to Pokhara
- Trek to Ghandruk village (approximately 5 hours)
- Evening yoga session
Landmarks/POIs Annapurna Range - Day 3
Ghandruk to Chhomrong
After breakfast, trek about 6 hours through forests and villages to reach Chhomrong. The path gives you views of Annapurna South and Machapuchare peaks along the way. Once you're settled at your lodging, there's an evening yoga session at a local center like Patanjali Yoga Center.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Trek to Chhomrong (approximately 6 hours)
- Evening yoga session at local yoga retreat center
Landmarks/POIs Annapurna South Machapuchare (Fishtail) - Day 4
Chhomrong to Dovan
Morning yoga starts your day with Himalayan views all around. Following breakfast, you'll trek roughly 6 hours to Dovan, hiking through dense forests with river sounds keeping you company. Watch for birds and different plant species as you go. The day ends with a restorative yoga session at Shivalaya Yoga Ashram or similar.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Morning yoga session
- Trek to Dovan (approximately 6 hours)
- Restorative evening yoga session at local yoga retreat
- Day 5
Dovan to Machhapuchare Base Camp
Trek about 6 hours to Machhapuchare Base Camp at 3,700 m (12,139 ft). You'll pass through valleys and rhododendron forests with the distinctive Machapuchare Mountain as your backdrop the whole way. Once there, join an outdoor yoga session designed to deepen your connection with the landscape.
Included Activities
- Trek to Machhapuchare Base Camp (approximately 6 hours)
- Outdoor yoga session
Landmarks/POIs Machapuchare Mountain - Day 6
Machhapuchare Base Camp to Annapurna Base Camp
Light yoga gets your body ready, then it's a 3-hour hike to Annapurna Base Camp at 4,130 m (13,550 ft). The trail is relatively gentle, giving you time to take in the views as the full Annapurna range comes into sight. A meditative yoga session at camp helps you soak it all in and connect with the surrounding peaks.
Included Activities
- Light morning yoga session
- Trek to Annapurna Base Camp (approximately 3 hours)
- Meditative yoga session
Landmarks/POIs Annapurna Base Camp - Day 7
Annapurna Base Camp to Bamboo
Morning yoga class starts things off, then you trek down about 6 hours to Bamboo at 2,345 m (7,710 ft). The descent lets you reflect on what you've experienced and see how the landscape changes as you head lower. Evening yoga focuses on releasing tension and celebrating your trek with the group.
Included Activities
- Morning grounding yoga class
- Trek to Bamboo (approximately 6 hours)
- Evening yoga session
- Day 8
Bamboo to Jhinu
Trek roughly 6 hours to Jhinu at 1,780 m (5,840 ft) through beautiful regional landscapes. This area is known for natural hot springs, and you'll have time to soak in the warm water and ease out any soreness from trekking. An evening yoga session emphasizing relaxation, possibly outdoors, closes out the day.
Included Activities
- Trek to Jhinu (approximately 6 hours)
- Soak in natural hot springs
- Evening yoga session
Optional Activities
- Visit local yoga centers
Landmarks/POIs Jhinu Hot Springs - Day 9
Jhinu to Siwai to Pokhara
Trek about 2 hours from Jhinu to Siwai, covering 4.3 km (2.7 miles) on a gentle downhill path through lush terrain. You can reflect on the trek with other travelers as you walk. From Siwai, drive roughly 2 hours back to Pokhara. There's time for a yoga session at a local center like Shivalaya or Patanjali if you're interested.
Included Activities
- Trek to Siwai (approximately 2 hours)
- Transfer from Siwai to Pokhara (approximately 2 hours)
Optional Activities
- Afternoon yoga session at local yoga center
- Day 10
Pokhara
Spend the day relaxing in Pokhara between Phewa Lake and the Himalayan peaks. Morning yoga happens at Shivalaya Yoga Ashram, then grab breakfast at a lakeside cafe. Head to the World Peace Pagoda for panoramic views of the Annapurna range, and consider renting a boat to visit the Tal Barahi island temple. Another restorative yoga session wraps up the evening.
Included Activities
- Morning yoga session at Shivalaya Yoga Ashram
- Visit World Peace Pagoda
Optional Activities
- Breakfast at lakeside cafes
- Rent a boat on Phewa Lake
- Visit Tal Barahi island temple
- Evening restorative yoga session
Landmarks/POIs World Peace Pagoda Phewa Lake Tal Barahi Temple - Day 11
Pokhara to Kathmandu
After breakfast in Pokhara, take a short scenic flight back to Kathmandu with aerial Himalayan views. Once you land, explore the city's local markets for last-minute shopping, try street food, or sit at a local cafe. Your group gathers for a farewell dinner at a local restaurant in the evening to swap stories and celebrate what you've accomplished.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Farewell dinner at local restaurant)
Included Activities
- Flight from Pokhara to Kathmandu
- Farewell dinner with group
Optional Activities
- Visit local markets
- Indulge in street food
- Relax at local cafe
- Day 12
Departure or Extension
Head to the airport for your departure, or choose to stay and explore more of Nepal. The Alpine Club of Himalaya can help arrange extra activities like cultural workshops or time at other beautiful spots if you want to extend your time in the country.
Optional Activities
- Departure to airport
- Holiday extension
- Cultural workshops
- Additional exploration in Nepal
