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Poon Hill Trek with city tour

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The Poon Hill Trek is also known as the Annapurna Sunrise Trek and that is because everyone is trekking towards that famous spot on Poon Hill from where you can see the sunrise over the Annapurna Range, one of the most beautiful mountain ranges in the world. On the Poon Hill Trek, you won’t have to worry about altitude sickness. This trek walks you through the lush valleys, towering waterfalls, woods and traditional colourful Nepalese villages in the southern part of Annapurna Himalayan range. Because the trail passes through Annapurna Conservation Area, you’ll need to get ACAP(Annapurna conservation area project) permit in advance for permission to walk in.

The Poon Hill Trek is considered to be an introduction to the great wonders of trekking in the Annapurna Region. It is one of the easiest, if not the easiest trek in Nepal. The Poon Hill Trek is considered to be family-friendly and unlike on other treks in Nepal, you can do this trek in a short time, if you wish to.

Highlights of Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek

  • Best Sunrise and Himalayas View, Poonhill 3210m
  •  One of the Biggest Ghandruk Gurung village and Ulleri Magar Village
  • View of Dhaulagiri (8167M,) Manaslu (8163m,) and Annapurna I (8091m) and others Himalayas.
  • Small villages Birethati, Hile, Tikhedhunga, Ghorepani, Tadapani
  • Waterfall, Rice Terrace
  • Blooming Rhododendron during the months of March and April.
  • Easy and Short trek in Annapurna region
Day
Location
Itinerary

1

Hotel in Kathmandu

Airport picks up by private car and transfers to the hotel in Kathmandu.

2

Kathmandu to Pokhara 850m 

Poon hill Ghandruk short trek, start by flight, it takes 6-7hours to tourist place Pokhara by deluxe tourist bus and rest of time we can relax beach of Phewa Lake and see massif of Annapurna mountains overnight at Pokhara 850m.

3

Pokhara a Day Tour

The Pokhara day tour starts early in the morning and we will drive to Sarangkot hill station to view the sunrise view over the Himalayas then visit the Bindhyabasini Temple, return to hotel and have a breakfast and go on tour to visit the Tal Barahi Temple, Peace stupa, Devi's falls, Gupteshwar Cave and International mountain museum. we will drop you at hotel at the end of the da

4

Pokhara to Ghorepani 2845m

5-6hrs Tea House
Pokhara 850m, Having breakfast 7:00 am in hotel then we prepare our trekking gears to pack in bag then we start to ride private car to Ghorepani drive to ghorepani along wit the local villages, fertile terraces, villager people of Gurung, Magar and other caste are living here, our first night home in Ghorepani 2845m.

5

Ghorepani Poon Hil - Gurung Hill to Tadapani 2655m

6-7 hrs Lodge
Great day, Early in the morning hike to Poon hill 3210m 45-1hours by walk to see the sunrise and mount Annapurna range, Dhaulagiri, Dukuche peak, Dhampus peak, Nilgiri. Back to hotel have delicious brekky then walk through capital city of Rhododendron forest cross Deurali, when we reach Banthanti, here is lunch place for this day after lunch we walk 1-1:30hours then we arrive Tadapani, Gurung settlement and nice view of Annapurna South, Himchuli, Annapurna iii and fishtail peak overnight in lodge with Wi-Fi.

6

Tadapani Bhaesi Kharka to Gurung Village Ghandruk 1940m

3-4 hrs Lodge
After having a nice breakfast in Tadapani we start our day hike to Gurung village Ghandruk along the deep forest, walking 2-3 hours we reach Ghandruk then take room rest some time then time for lunch. After lunch we go for Ghandruk village sightseeing and Gurung museum visit with your guide, they have a Gurung cultural dance on guest request overnight in Gurung village Ghandruk.

 

7

Ghandruk - Birethanti Nayapul to Pokhara 850m

5-6 hrs Hotel
British Gurkhas Gurung village Ghandruk bye bye time after breakfast then trek descent to Syauli Bazaar then follow clean river coming from Annapurna Base Camp until our starting point Nayapul. This is our ending point of walking and we take the car to Pokhara overnight in Pokhara.

8

Pokhara to Kathmandu

6-7hrs by deluxe tourist bus Hotel
By flight 30 min or it takes 6-7 hours back to Kathmandu by deluxe tourist bus and rest of time we can relax.

9

Tour of Durbar Square, Swoyambhunath, Pashupatinath & Bouddhanath
Stupa.

One of the major attraction here was Kastamandap Temple (where Kathmandu was named) a temple built from the wood of a single tree. Sadly, the temple with a couple of other monuments was destroyed from the earthquake of 2015. However, you can still visit the ruins of these temples. Then you will have a tour of Kumari Goddess Temple (Only living goddess in Nepal). The Divine Goddess is here from her tender age, and she remains in the position until her puberty period. The priests then select the next Goddess to replace her.
Walk around the world famous freak street, A popular destination in Kathmandu in the early 1960s to ’80s for budget tourist and hippies before Thamel established as a tourist center.
From here you will travel towards the western delight of the Valley. Located in the hilltop Swoyambhu Stupa is the oldest shrine of this nation. Attended by Hindus and Buddhists alike this place is an excellent destination for a quick hike and some fresh air.
About 2500 years old, Swoyambhunath is also the oldest UNESCO Heritage site in Nepal. An environment with positive vibes and abundant pilgrims circumambulating the area, you can just feel in the atmosphere all day long. The white dome in the top of the hill is the main structure here. With the abundant population of monkeys residing in the Temple, Swoyambhunath area is also popular as ‘The Monkey Temple.’ From the hilltop, you can enjoy the panoramic view of most parts of Kathmandu and the hills that surround the city. in clear weather you can also view multiple mountain ranges in the far North.
After your lunch, take a short rest and be ready to experience the most significant Hindu temple of Nepal, you head towards the north of the city towards the holy temple of Pashupatinath Temple in the late afternoon. As Non-Hindu tourists and personnel cant enter the main temple area, you can explore the other monuments and shrines under the vast field of Pashupatinath. Extending in both sides of the Holy Bagmati river the temple complex has more than 518 temples in a 264-hectare area. From Pashupatinath, you drive further north-east to reach the Boudhanath Stupa. This stupa is the biggest stupa of Nepal and also listed in the UNESCO world heritage list. Boudhanath is the center of Tibetan Buddhism in Nepal. The majestic architecture of the dome is balanced with The Buddhism vibe going all around it. You can spend some time here Taking sips of Tibetan tea and enjoying the view from one of the rooftop here. You will also get a chance to shop for your souvenirs in the shops surrounding the Stupa.
After the nice refreshing tour of the Heritage and religious sites, return to your hotel and get some rest and refreshments.

10

Tour of Bhaktapur & Patan Durbar Square

Your morning starts with some hot beverage, and you move to the third major city of Bhaktapur. Also known as Bhadgaon(the land of rice), Bhaktapur offers you the less disturbed cultural places in the Valley. Walking through the stone patched streets here you can admire the art form and architecture in every corner. The area is famous for beautiful pottery as well as wood and stone carvings. The significant places not to miss in your visit are The Bhaktapur Durbar Square, Nyatapola Temple square with surrounding temples, Bhaktapur national art gallery and the 55 windows palace.
After your trip, Bhaktapur has lunch and proceed towards the city of arts, Patan. Also known as Lalitpur, this city is the second largest city in the valley. A quieter neighborhood than the capital, Patan is a living cultural destination in your trip. You’ll have a visit to the Patan Durbar Square, where full of architectural brilliance and art packed streets wait for you. Explore the Krishna Temple, One of the most eye-catching and religiously essential sculptures of the square. People believe that this vast temple was carved into a single enormous stone. After your experience rich visit, return to your hotel.

11

Breakfast at the hotel.

Final departure.

ESSENTIALS  

1. Sleeping bag
2. Neck gaiter
3. Base layer top / Base layer pant (Wool,
Merino wool)
4. Insulated layer (fleece)
5. T-shirt
6. Puffy Jacket
7. Waterproof shell Jacket
8. Trekking pant / half pant
9. Trekking shoes
10. Wool socks
11. Glove
12. Towel (light)
13. Hat
14. Sunglass
15. Trekking pole
16. Water bottle / bladder
17. Toiletries
18. Sunscreen SPF 30 / Lip balm
19. Protein bars and snickers
20. Iodine tablet to purify water
21. Headlight
22. Toilet paper and baby wipes
23. Hand sanitizer / Hand wash
24. First aid kit
25. Take all the cash you need

PACKAGE INCLUDES
  • One government certified and experienced English speaking local for whole trip.
  • 1 Sharing Sherpa porter between 2 clients to carry your main pack (weight limit 25 kg)
  • An assistant guide if group size of more than 6 participants in the trek.
  • Food, accommodation and salary of your guide and porters.
  • Kathmandu- Pokhara- Kathmandu flight or local bus.
  • All necessary trekking permits for Everest three high passes trek.
  • All local tax, vat, office service charge and domestic airport taxes etc
  • Airport pick up and drop with a/c
  • 3 nights’ accommodation during trek on twins/double sharing (as much as better hotel and attach room are not available while trek).
  • 03-night accommodation at Kathmandu and Pokhara with breakfast, lunch and dinner
  • Daily 3 times meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner during the trek.
PACKAGE EXCLUDES
  • All the bar bills, beverages such as coke, fanta, mineral water
  • Personal travel insurance, internet, phone calls and laundry service.
  • Rescue operation charge in case of emergency.
  • Extra Meals.
  • Gratitude and tips for guide and porters.
  • Trekking Equipment.
  • Hot shower, battery charging and hot water during the trekking

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