Itinerary
- Day 1
Kathmandu
You'll land in Kathmandu and meet a company representative at the airport who'll help with your transfer. Head to your hotel and settle in for the night after your arrival.
- Day 2
Kathmandu to Pokhara
The company van picks you up for the drive to Kathmandu airport, then you're on a 35-minute domestic flight to Pokhara. You'll fly over green hills and see the Annapurna range from above. Once you land, transfer to your 3-star hotel and you've got free time to walk around the lake city and get oriented.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Domestic flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara
Landmarks Annapurna Mountain Range - Day 3
Pokhara to Dhampus Village
You'll drive about an hour from Pokhara to Phedi, where the trek starts through rhododendron forest. The hike to Dhampus Village takes roughly 3 hours and climbs to 1650m. Along the way you'll see Annapurna peaks, Machhapuchhre, and Lamjung Himal. You'll also meet local Gurung people and their families. The night's spent at a lodge in the village.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Phedi to Dhampus Village through rhododendron forest
- Views of Annapurna range peaks
- Interaction with local Gurung people
Landmarks Dhampus Village Machhapuchhre Lamjung Himal - Day 4
Dhampus Village to Australian Camp
Starting from Dhampus Village, trek through rhododendron and oak forests with a gentle climb toward Pothana. From there it's stone staircases all the way up to Australian Camp at 2165m, which takes about 3 hours total. In the afternoon take a short walk through the jungle nearby. You'll catch views of the Annapurna massif and see traditional houses. Stay overnight at the lodge.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Dhampus Village to Australian Camp through rhododendron and oak forests
- Short jungle walk in the afternoon
Landmarks Pothana Annapurna Massif - Day 5
Australian Camp to Naudanda
Hike down the rocky trail from Australian Camp to Kande Village, descending to 1770m over approximately 2 hours. A private vehicle meets you there for a short drive to Naudanda. Check into the resort and have local meals while looking at the Annapurna range and Machhapuchhre. Sleep at the resort.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Local meals)
Included Activities
- Trek from Australian Camp to Kande Village
Landmarks Kande Village Naudanda - Day 6
Naudanda to Kathmandu
Drive from Naudanda back to Pokhara, then take a boat out to Tal Barahi Temple in the middle of Phewa Lake. In the afternoon you'll fly back to Kathmandu. After you land, transfer to your 3-star hotel and check out nearby markets. Overnight in Kathmandu.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Boat trip to Tal Barahi Temple on Phewa Lake
- Return flight from Pokhara to Kathmandu
Landmarks Tal Barahi Temple Phewa Lake - Day 7
Departure from Kathmandu
This is your final day. The company van picks you up 3 hours before your flight and takes you to Kathmandu airport for your departure.
