Itinerary
- Day 1
Kathmandu
You'll land in Kathmandu with a welcome meeting scheduled for 2 pm. If your flight arrives early, there's time to walk through the city's narrow lanes and check out local markets and temples. Swayambhunath Temple offers good views over the valley, and Durbar Square is worth seeing if you have the chance. An optional group dinner happens in the evening so you can meet other travelers.
Optional Activities
- Visit Swayambhunath Temple
- Explore Durbar Square and the palace of the Kumari Devi
- Rickshaw Night Explorer Urban Adventure
- Home Cooking Class Urban Adventure
- Spiritual Nepal Experience Urban Adventure
- Group dinner with fellow travelers
Landmarks Swayambhunath Temple Durbar Square Palace of the Kumari Devi 
- Day 2
Kathmandu to Pokhara
An early departure gets you to Pokhara, a lakeside town with the Annapurna range visible in the distance. This afternoon includes a trek briefing and gear prep. Depending on timing, you might take a small boat on the lake or spend time at a local cafe. The main streets have shops for trekking supplies and souvenirs if you need anything before heading out.
Included Activities
- Trek briefing and preparation
Optional Activities
- Hire a small boat for paddling on the lake
- Hire extra trekking gear from local shops
Landmarks Annapurna Range - Day 3
Nayapul to Ulleri
The trek starts with a drive to Nayapul, then you head out through changing terrain, lowland pastures, and farmland. The route follows the Bhurungi Khola river before a steep climb up to Ulleri village. On clear days you'll catch your first glimpses of Annapurna South from higher up.
Included Activities
- Trek from Nayapul via Bhurungi Khola to Thikhedhunga
- Trek through farmland
- Ascent to Ulleri village
Landmarks Annapurna South Bhurungi Khola - Day 4
Ulleri to Ghorepani
You'll trek through rhododendron forest as the altitude increases on the way to Ghorepani village. The path keeps climbing gradually, getting you closer to better mountain views the higher you go.
Included Activities
- Trek through rhododendron forest from Ulleri to Ghorepani
- Day 5
Ghorepani to Tadapani
Get up early to hike to Poon Hill for sunrise over the Annapurna range, which gives you the best vantage point for the snowcapped peaks. After experiencing that, continue trekking down and then up to Tadapani.
Included Activities
- Poon Hill sunrise viewing
- Trek from Ghorepani to Tadapani
Landmarks Poon Hill - Day 6
Tadapani to Chhomrong
From Tadapani you have good views of the Annapurna range and Machhapuchhare (Fishtail peak). The route heads down to Kimrung Khola and then climbs to Chhomrong village at the base of Hiunchuli. A local teahouse serves pizza if you want something different, and the mountain views from here are excellent.
Included Activities
- Trek from Tadapani to Chhomrong via Kimrung Khola
Landmarks Machhapuchhare - Day 7
Chhomrong to Upper Sinuwa
This day has plenty of ups and downs. You'll drop to Chorong Khola and cross a suspension bridge, then climb stone stairs through Lower and Upper Sinuwa. Bamboo and rhododendron forests surround the path, and you'll pass a temple before reaching a waterfall that marks the end of the day's trek.
Included Activities
- Trek from Chhomrong to Chorong Khola and cross suspension bridge
- Climb stone stairs through bamboo and rhododendron forests
- Visit Varaha Temple
- Trek to Upper Sinuwa and Khuldighar
Landmarks Varaha Temple - Day 8
Upper Sinuwa to Machhapuchhre Base Camp
Leaving from the Himalaya Hotel, you trek up the narrow valley to Deurali. Following the west bank of the Modi River, the valley opens up and you reach Machhapuchhre Base Camp surrounded by impressive mountain scenery.
Included Activities
- Trek from Upper Sinuwa to Deurali
- Trek along Modi River to Machhapuchhre Base Camp
Landmarks Modi River - Day 9
Machhapuchhre Base Camp to Annapurna Base Camp
This is the highest point of the trek. Ascending from Machhapuchhre Base Camp to Annapurna Base Camp puts you in the middle of an incredible panorama with views of Annapurna I, Annapurna South, Machhapuchhre, Hiunchuli, Tent Peak, Gangapurna, and Annapurna 3. You can stay at either location, though base camp gives you the full experience.
Included Activities
- Trek from Machhapuchhre Base Camp to Annapurna Base Camp
- Annapurna Base Camp sunrise viewing
Landmarks Annapurna Base Camp Annapurna I Annapurna South 
- Day 10
Annapurna Base Camp to Bamboo
Wake early for sunrise at the base camp, with close-up views of Annapurna 1 (the 10th highest mountain globally), Machhapuchhre, Annapurna South, and the surrounding peaks. After that experience, you begin the long descent back down the valley to Bamboo, with plenty of daylight to complete the hike.
Included Activities
- Annapurna Base Camp sunrise viewing
- Trek from Annapurna Base Camp down to Bamboo
- Day 11
Bamboo to Jhinu Danda
The descent continues past Chhomrong village (which has up-and-down sections) and down to Jhinu Danda. If legs are tired, a short walk leads to a natural hot spring by the Modi Khola where you can soak and recover.
Included Activities
- Trek from Bamboo through Chhomrong to Jhinu Danda
Optional Activities
- Visit natural hot spring near Modi Khola
- Day 12
Jhinu Danda to Pothana
You're near the end now. The route heads down to cross the river, then climbs through Landruk, Tolkha, Deurali, and finally reaches Pothana as the trek winds down.
Included Activities
- Trek from Jhinu Danda to Pothana via Landruk, Tolkha, and Deurali
- Day 13
Pothana to Pokhara
A short downhill walk from Pothana to Phedi through Dhampus village completes the trek. After lunch, you'll drive back to Pokhara and check into the hotel for a hot shower. An end-of-trek celebration with cold beer or cocktails wraps up the trekking portion.
Included Activities
- Trek from Pothana to Phedi via Dhampus village
Optional Activities
- End-of-trek celebration in Pokhara
- Day 14
Pokhara
This is a free day to rest and let muscles recover. Spending time by the lake is relaxing, and a boat ride works well if weather cooperates. The old town area has an elaborate Hindu temple and Buddhist monastery to explore, or head to Peace Pagoda for mountain views. The International Mountain Museum has interesting stories about climbing expeditions if that appeals to you.
Optional Activities
- Boat ride on Pokhara Lake
- Visit Peace Pagoda
- Explore old town area
- Visit Hindu temple
- Visit Buddhist monastery
- Visit International Mountain Museum
- Shopping at lakeside shops
- Internet cafe access
Landmarks Peace Pagoda International Mountain Museum - Day 15
Pokhara
No activities are scheduled, so you're free to depart whenever you choose. Pokhara remains a peaceful lakeside setting if you prefer staying longer, with extra accommodation available depending on what's open.
Optional Activities
- Additional accommodation in Pokhara (subject to availability)
