Kathmandu to Pokhara by tourist bus/ coach - Approx 7 hours drive

Pokhara Lakeside - Travel from Kathmandu to Pokhara by tourist bus, which takes approximately 7-8 hours. Enjoy the scenic journey towards Pokhara.

Drive to Nayapul to start your trek. Overnight at Ulleri.

Ulleri - Drive to Nayapul to begin your trek. Nayapul is about a 2-hour drive from Pokhara. After crossing the Tikhedunga Khola on a suspension bridge, the trail climbs steeply on a stone staircase with more than 3200 steps. Upon reaching the top, you can see Mt. Annapurna South (7219m) and Hiunchuli (6441m). The trek from Nayapul to Ulleri (1960m) takes 4-5 hours, and you’ll stay overnight at a lodge.

Trek to Ghorepani. Approx. 5 hours trek

Ghorepani - This is a very pleasant part of the trek, mostly through the jungle. In spring, you’ll see many Rhododendron flowers and have the chance to spot various wild birds and animals. You’ll also enjoy great views of many snow-capped mountains. The trek from Ulleri to Ghorepani (2874m) takes about 5 hours, and you’ll stay overnight at a lodge.

Ghorepani - Poon Hill – Tadapani - Ghandruk

Ghandruk - Rise early in the morning with warm clothes and hike up to Poonhill (3210m). You don’t need to carry much as you’ll return to collect your main rucksacks later. The walk to Poonhill takes about an hour, where you’ll witness the best sunrise and magnificent views of the Himalayas, including Annapurna South, Bahari Shikhar, Hiuchuli, Nilgiri, Dhaulagiri ranges, Tukuche peak, Annapurna I, II, III, IV, Lamjung Himal, Mt. Manaslu ranges, Machhapuchhre (Fishtail), and other mountains. After this unforgettable view, return to Ghorepani for breakfast. Then, trek to Ghandruk, starting with a steep uphill section to Deurali pass, which is at a similar elevation to Poonhill. You’ll see all the mountains from here as well. After that, hike down to Tadapani and continue through Baisi Kharka (Buffalo pasture) to Ghandruk, one of the largest Gurung villages. Here, you can visit the Gurung Culture Museum to learn about the Gurung way of life. From this village, you can still see views of snow peaks. The trek from Ghorepani to Ghandruk (1939m) takes 6-7 hours, and you’ll stay overnight at a lodge.

Option: If you can’t make it all the way to Ghandruk from Ghorepani, you can stay in Tadapani. If you stay in Tadapani, you’ll trek to Ghandruk the next day and then drive back to Pokhara. You do not need an extra day for this option.

Drive to lakeside, Pokhara by Public bus

Pokhara Lakeside - If the morning is clear, you may see Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, Machhapuchhre (Fishtail), and Annapurna III up close. Enjoy breakfast with these views. Then, walk down to the Ghandruk bus park, which takes about 10 minutes at a leisurely pace. Afterward, drive 3 hours back to Pokhara. Overnight at your hotel in Pokhara.

Drive back to Kathmandu by Tourist Coach/ Bus

Kathmandu - Return to Kathmandu by bus, taking the same road back.

• Kathmandu to Pokhara and Pokhara to Kathmandu by tourist coach
• Ghandruk to Pokhara by local bus drive
• Lunch
• Trivuban international Kathmandu to hotel pickup/drop off
• Dinner
• Breakfast
• Taxi / Car transportation to Nayapul drop off
• Guide accommodation, Insurance and his salary
• TIMS and Annapurna conservation entry permit
• Entire trek with a professional trekking guide

• Accommodation in Kathmandu and Pokhara
• All your trekking gears, equipment
• Additional days during the trekking will charge extra
• Your personal nature, preferences such as beer, chocolates, sweets, shower etc
• All the cost which is not included in cost inclusion
• Porter for caring your belonging during the trekking ( generally 2 pax : 1 porter)

Poon Hill trek starts from Nayapul after one and half hour drive from Pokhara. This trek passes beautiful villages of Ulleri, Ghorepani, and Ghandruk. You will enjoy the trek in the spectacular mountain scenery through delightful villages inhabited by Gurungs and Magars. Around every corner is an exciting glance of the high mountains, whole horizons of which will be open to you as you reach the high points of your trek. The viewpoint on Poonhill (3210m.) offers the best view of mountains and sunrise. Dense rhododendron forests full of birds and imaging valleys make your trip more enjoyable. Mt. Dhaulagiri ranges, Mt. Annapurna I, Annapurna south, Annapurna II, III, IV, Gangapurna, Lamjung Himal, Barasikhar, Nilgiri, Tukuche Peak, Hiunchuli, and Manaslu ranges will view from this trek. As the sun touches the snow-capped summits, the Himalayan giants, Dhaulagiri (8,167m) and Annapurna (8,091m) along with a maze of other peaks, slowly begin to appear, like magic, before our eyes.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.