Itinerary
- Day 1
Pokhara to Chomrong
You'll start early from Pokhara with a morning drive to either Nayapul or Bhirethati, depending on your group size and road conditions. Once you arrive, the walk begins through local villages and farmland, gradually climbing uphill as you pass through forests. The terrain is manageable but steady, so take your time and enjoy the rhythm of walking. By afternoon, you'll reach Chomrong, a traditional Gurung village perched on the hillside. This is the last place with permanent settlements before heading deeper into the trek, so it's a good spot to get used to the altitude and meet your local guides.
- Start point
- Pokhara, Gandaki, Nepal (From Your Pokhara Hotel, 07:20 - 07:30)
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Nayapul or Bhirethati to Chomrong
- Guided trek through villages, forested areas, and farm terrain
Landmarks Chomrong Annapurna Sanctuary - Day 2
Chomrong to Dovan
Morning brings views of the Annapurna peaks from your guesthouse in Chomrong, so try to catch that before breakfast. The day starts with a descent to a bridge crossing the Chomrong stream, then you'll climb up to Sinuwa where the mountain views open up nicely. After that, the trail winds through thick forests full of bamboo groves, and the air gets cooler and quieter. You'll pass through Bamboo settlement around midday, then continue uphill through woodlands for another couple of hours. By evening, you'll arrive at Dovan, which sits in the Modi River gorge and makes for a peaceful overnight spot.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Chomrong to Sinuwa with morning views of Annapurna peaks
- Trek through forested areas and bamboo groves to Bamboo settlement
- Trek from Bamboo to Dovan
Landmarks Sinuwa Bamboo Dovan Modi River - Day 3
Dovan to Machhapuchare Base Camp
From Dovan, the path winds uphill through forest, and you'll come across Himalaya Hotel tucked beneath a huge overhanging cave formation, which is a fun photo stop. The trail then descends briefly toward Modi River before climbing again toward Deurali. As you gain elevation, the thick trees start thinning out and alpine bushes take over, showing you're entering a different climate zone. From here, you follow the Modi River upstream, and the water noise gets louder as you approach the valley. Machhapuchare Base Camp sits at the base of Fish Tail mountain, and arriving here marks a major milestone of your trek.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Dovan to Machhapuchare Base Camp past Himalaya Hotel
- Trek along Modi River to Machhapuchare Base Camp
Landmarks Himalaya Hotel Hinko Cave Deurali Annapurna South Huin-Chuli Machhapuchare 
- Day 4
Machhapuchare Base Camp to Annapurna Base Camp
This morning walk is shorter and easier compared to previous days, which gives your body a nice break. You'll pass through the Annapurna Sanctuary with its unique alpine environment, walking through short uphill sections with some flat stretches mixed in. The terrain gradually opens up as you climb, and then you'll reach the plateau surrounded by mountain peaks. The highlight comes when you spot the Annapurna Base Camp sign at about 4,095 meters (13,435 feet). Spend time here taking in the views and soaking in the moment before heading back down.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Machhapuchare Base Camp to Annapurna Base Camp through Annapurna Sanctuary
Landmarks Annapurna Base Camp Annapurna Vara-Shikar Gangapurna 
- Day 5
Annapurna Base Camp to Bamboo
After enjoying the base camp scenery, you'll begin a long downhill descent that takes about six hours, with only a handful of short climbs in between. The temperature rises noticeably as you drop in elevation, and the landscape shifts back to thick forests and green vegetation. You'll pass through different climate zones throughout the day, and by late afternoon, you'll reach Bamboo settlement for your overnight stay. Your legs might feel tired from all that downhill walking, so take it steady on the descents.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Annapurna Base Camp to Bamboo settlement
Landmarks Bamboo - Day 6
Bamboo to Jhinu
From Bamboo settlement, you'll trek back to Chomrong with a combination of uphill and downhill sections. At Chomrong, instead of retracing your original steps, you'll take a fresh trail toward the hill village of Jhinu, positioned on a ridge with excellent views across rolling hills and mountain ranges. Jhinu is known for its natural hot springs, with two warm pools located about a half hour downhill near the Modi River if you want to soak your tired muscles. It's optional, but many people find it a nice way to relax before the final day.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Bamboo to Chomrong
- Trek from Chomrong to Jhinu village
Optional Activities
- Visit natural hot springs at Jhinu (approximately half hour walk downhill to two warm pools near Modi River)
Landmarks Jhinu Jhinu Hot Springs - Day 7
Jhinu to Pokhara
The last day begins with morning mountain views from Jhinu before you start your final descent. You'll walk downhill through farm villages while following Modi River downstream, passing through warmer lower elevations where crops grow on the hillsides. The terrain becomes gentler and greener as you approach Kyumi village in the afternoon. From there, you'll drive back to Pokhara and check into a comfortable hotel near Phewa Lake, where you can rest and reflect on your trek. This final evening is perfect for a warm shower and a good meal after a week in the mountains.
- End point
- Pokhara, Gandaki, Nepal (To your Pokhara Hotel)
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Jhinu to Kyumi village
- Drive from Kyumi to Pokhara
Landmarks Kyumi Phewa Lake Pokhara
