Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu
Welcome to the piece of heaven on the planet, Nepal. We will be there at the airport for your arrival. After receiving you at the airport, we will drive you to the hotel in Kathmandu for a rest. Later, we will meet again for a welcome dinner hosted by Sabbatical Explore Nepal. We will discuss ourselves and about the trek through the evening. Overnight in Kathmandu.
airport pickup
3-star standard hotel
welcome dinner
Day 2: Kathmandu Sightseeing
We at Sabbatical Explore run Kathmandu Sightseeing for our clients before the start of the trek. It is essential to acclimatize with the culture and society of the nation before moving to a rural place. So our Kathmandu Sightseeing will commence from Swayambhunath(Monkey Temple) Stupa. Then we will visit Pashupatinath Temple, Kathmandu Durbar Square, and Bouddhanath Stupa. With this, we will end up back in the hotel for the night.
Day 3: Fly or Drive to Pokhara(820m) | 30mins or 5-6hrs
Flight Hours30 minutes
Trek Duration5-6 hours
We will either drive or take a flight to Pokhara. The flight is 30 minutes long, and the drive is 5-6 hours long. As per your wish, we will travel to Pokhara, the city of lakes. Upon reaching Pokhara, we will head straight to our hotel for some rest. Afterward, we will come out to explore the city’s main sites. Phewa Lake, World Peace Stupa, David’s Fall, and Mahendra Cave are the possible destinations. Overnight in Pokhara.
hotel in Pokhara
breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 4: Drive to Nayapul and Trek to Tikhedhunga(1,545m)| 3-4hrs
After breakfast in Pokhara, we will leave the city for Nayapul via a short drive. Then we will start the Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek from Nayapul. We will walk through terraced fields and sound Bhurung Khola. In a while, we will climb up to Hile, from where we will reach Tikhedhunga. Overnight in Tikhedhunga.
drive to Nayapul
mountain lodge in Tikhedhunga
breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 5: Trek to Ghorepani(2,855m) | 6hrs
From Tikhedhunga, we will move in the pursuit of Ghorepani. As we walk during the day, through Ulleri, we will come across ice-loaded mountains like Hiunchuli, Annapurna, Fishtail, and more. Moving further gently, we’ll trek through a forest full of rhododendrons to reach Nanghethani(2,460m). Ghorepani is only one hour away from Nanghethani. So we will walk comfortably to get to Ghorepani, one of the iconic villages in Nepal. Overnight in Ghorepani.
mountain lodge in Ghorepani
breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 6: Morning Hike to Poonhill(3,210m) and Trek to Tadapani(2,610m)
We will wake up early in the morning to perform a hike to Poonhill. The Poonhill is only 1 hour away from Ghorepani, so we will reach the place before sunrise. And slowly, the sun will rise over the majestic peaks of the region to take our breaths away. Indeed, It will be one of the best sights to watch and capture. We will make sure we enjoy the view thoroughly. Then, we will return to Ghorepani for breakfast. Then we will leave the place through a dense forest to arrive in Tadapani. Along the way, we will cross Deurali Pass(3,160m). Overnight in Tadapani.
mountain lodge in Tadapani
breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 7: Tadapani trek to Ghandruk (1940m)
No Rush! Relax and feel the beauty of Nature in Tadapani. Take leisure time for breakfast. After breakfast, The trek will then lead you through blossoming rhododendron jungles as you pass through the Deurali pass at 3160m, you reach the Ghandruk village of Gurungs, the legendary or Gorkhas, and you will be visiting their cultural museum and their warm hospitality. Overnight at a guest house in Ghandruk.
guesthouse in Ghandruk
breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 8: Trek to Phedi and Drive to Pokhara(800m)| 5hrs
In the morning, we will leave Phedi to reach Phedi, the last trekking point of the Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek itinerary. The trek will continue through villages, terraced fields, and lush forests. Firstly, we will descend to Dhampus and have lunch there. After that, we will trek straight to Phedi to finish the trekking part. En route to Phedi, we will glance at peaks like Lamjung Himal, Annapurna III, Annapurna South, Fishtail, etc. And in Phedi, we will join a ride to Pokhara. We will have free time in Pokhara for some hangouts and walks. Overnight in Pokhara.
drive to Pokhara
hotel in Pokhara
breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 9: Drive or Fly to Kathmandu
You will either take a 30-minute flight to Kathmandu or a 5-6 hour long bus drive. We will enjoy picturesque views of Nepal’s landscapes and terrains in both ways. Upon reaching Kathmandu, we will take a rest at the hotel. Later, we might go out shopping and walk around the city. Overnight in Kathmandu.
Day 10: Departure
The day to depart from Nepal is here if you don’t wish to do any other adventure with us for now. We will drop you at the airport for your farewell. Safe flight back home!
