Itinerary
- Day 1
Pokhara to Kade
You'll drive from Pokhara to Kade this morning, then begin trekking through rhododendron forests with terraced trails winding through the hillsides. The path climbs up to Pothana where you get clear views of Machhapuchhare rising in the distance. By afternoon you'll be heading down into the Modi Khola valley as the day wraps up.
- Meals
- Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Kade to Pothana via rhododendron forest (4-5 hours)
- View Machhapuchhare from Pothana
Landmarks Machhapuchhare Pothana - Day 2
Pothana to Jhinu
Starting from Pothana, you'll walk through terraced farmland and rhododendron forests toward the Gurung village of Landruk. The trail passes through scenic valleys where Annapurna South and Machhapuchhare come into view. From there it's on to Chhomrong and then down to Jhinu by evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek through terraced fields to Landruk village
- Trek through rhododendron forests and gardens to Chhomrong
- View Annapurna South and Machhapuchhare from Chhomrong
- Trek from Chhomrong to Jhinu (5-6 hours)
Landmarks Landruk Chhomrong Annapurna South Machhapuchhare - Day 3
Jhinu to Dovan
You'll leave Jhinu by crossing the Chhomrong Khola on a suspension bridge, then the path climbs through deep forests filled with bamboo, rhododendron, and oak trees. After navigating steep stone staircases carved into the hillside, you'll reach Dovan where you'll spend the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Cross Chhomrong Khola on suspension bridge
- Trek through bamboo, rhododendron, and oak forests
- Climb to Kuldi (2470m)
- Descend stone staircase to Dovan (6 hours total)
Landmarks Chhomrong Khola - Day 4
Dovan to Machhapuchhare Base Camp
The trek today follows the narrow Modi Khola valley, winding through the Annapurna Sanctuary toward Machhapuchhare Base Camp. You'll have views of Hiuchhuli, the Annapurna ranges, and Machhapuchhare surrounding you on all sides as you make your way up the valley.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek through Modi Khola valley to Machhapuchhare Base Camp (6-7 hours)
- View Annapurna I, Annapurna III, and Machhapuchhare from the Sanctuary
Landmarks Modi Khola Machhapuchhare Base Camp Annapurna Sanctuary Annapurna I Annapurna III Hiuchhuli - Day 5
Machhapuchhare Base Camp to Annapurna Base Camp and back to Dovan
You'll reach Annapurna Base Camp in under two hours from where you started this morning. The broad terraced meadows here offer snow-capped peaks in every direction. Spend the day exploring the camp and taking in the Himalayan scenery, then head back down to Dovan by evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek to Annapurna Base Camp (under 2 hours)
- Explore Annapurna South Base Camp with panoramic views
- Trek back down to Dovan (full day exploration and descent)
Landmarks Annapurna Base Camp Annapurna South - Day 6
Dovan to Jhinu Hot Spring
After climbing uphill from Dovan through bamboo, rhododendron, and oak forests, you'll make your way back to Chhomrong. From there the path descends to Jhinu where natural hot spring pools sit near the Modi Khola. You can soak in these pools and relax after several days of trekking.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek through deep forests from Dovan to Chhomrong
- Trek from Chhomrong down to Jhinu hot spring (6-7 hours)
- Bathe in natural hot spring pools near Modi Khola
Landmarks Jhinu Hot Spring Modi Khola - Day 7
Jhinu Hot Spring to Pokhara
You'll trek down mostly flat stone-paved paths above the river with mountain views the whole way. After passing through Birethanti you'll reach Nayapul by midday. From there a private vehicle takes you back to Pokhara where your trek concludes.
Included Activities
- Trek from Jhinu to Birethanti via Jhinu Danda (6-7 hours)
- Walk to Nayapul
- Private vehicle transfer to Pokhara
Optional Activities
- Explore famous city streets in Pokhara
Landmarks Birethanti Nayapul Pokhara
