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7-Day Poonhill Trek

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Overview

The Poonhill trek is a wonderful, short trek in the Annapurna Region, and is suitable for those who do not have much time to spend, families and those with a burning desire to observe the beauty of snow-capped mountains.

You'll experience the magical panoramic view of the Himalayas, meet and mingle with the kind Gurung people and make memories as you walk through the colourful rhododendron woods on this Nepal trekking holiday.

The Poonhill trek starts from Nayapul after an hour and a half drive from Pokhara. This trek passes beautiful villages of Tikhedhungga, Ulleri, and Ghorepani. After the short trek, you will enjoy a city tour of Kathmandu.
Hiking & Trekking
Sightseeing
Outdoors & Nature

Itinerary

Day 1

Arrive in Kathmandu & Free Time

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Arrive in Kathmandu & Free Time

You'll arrive at Kathmandu Airport where you will be greeted by your guide and transferred by private car to your hotel for check-in. You'll attend a pre-trip meeting at your Kathmandu city hotel in the afternoon and then you are free to explore the city for the rest of the day. You can visit the colourful local markets in Thamel or relax at your hotel.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Moonlight Kathmandu3 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Free Time in Thamel

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Airport Customs, Kathmandu to Hotel Moonlight

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    Destinations

    Kathmandu

Day 2

Fly to Pokhara & Sightseeing

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Fly to Pokhara & Sightseeing

This morning, you will take a flight to Pokhara. Pokhara is the tourism capital of Nepal, with its laid-back charm, you can't help but fall in love with its ambience. After checking in at your hotel, your guide will take you for some sightseeing. You'll visit Phewa Lake, Davi's Fall, Mahendra cave, Bat Cave and Seti Bridge.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel the Kantipur Pokhara3 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Pokhara

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Hotel Moonlight to Airport Customs, Kathmandu

    Plane from Tribhuvan International Airport to Pokhara

    Private Driver from Pokhara Airport to Kantipur Hotel Training Center

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Kathmandu

    Pokhara

Day 3

Drive to Nayapul & Trek to Tikhedhunga

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Drive to Nayapul & Trek to Tikhedhunga

This morning, after driving to Nayapul, you'll enjoy a 30-minute trek to Birenthanti for a delicious Nepali lunch. You'll continue for three hours on this easy trek to Tikhedhunga. Once you arrive, you will check into the teahouse and explore the area around Tikhedhunga. This is a small village and popular stop along the Poonhill and Ghorepani trails. There are often many trekkers here, and it's an excellent opportunity to exchange experiences with others.

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    Accommodation

    Tikhedhungga Guest House

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Trek from Nayapul to Tikhedhunga

    Tikhedhungga

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Pokhara to Nayapul

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Pokhara

    Tikhedhungga

Day 4

Trek to Ghorepani

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Trek to Ghorepani

The trek starts with a two-hour steep climb to Ulleri. Here, you will stop for a tea break and continue the gradual uphill trek to Nangethanti for lunch and carry on to your final stop today Ghorepani. You'll check-into the local tea-house and explore around Ghorepani during your free time. Ghorepani lies on a major trail linking several other villages as well as the Annapurna Base Camp.

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    Accommodation

    A Moutain Guest House, Ghorepani

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Trek to Ghorepani

    Ghorepani

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Ghode Pani

Day 5

Sunrise at Poonhill, Trek Back to Nayapul & Drive to Pokhara

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Sunrise at Poonhill, Trek Back to Nayapul & Drive to Pokhara

Today you will hike to Poonhill, at 3210 metres, for the sunrise. Here, you can enjoy the magnificent panoramic view of Annapurna range, Dhaulagiri and Machhapuchchhre. You'll return to Ghorepani for breakfast and to check out of the tea-house. You will follow the same route back down to Tikhedhunga, stop for lunch and continue to Nayapul. It is a 90-minute drive back to Pokhara. Here, you will check into your hotel and explore the surrounding lakeside in your free time.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel the Kantipur Pokhara3 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Sunrise Hike to Poonhill

    Ghorepani to Nayapul

    Pokhara

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Naya Pul to Pokhara

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Ghode Pani

    Histan Mandali

    Lumle

    Pokhara

Day 6

Fly from Pokhara to Kathmandu & Sightseeing

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Fly from Pokhara to Kathmandu & Sightseeing

After breakfast, you will check out of your hotel and will be transferred to the domestic airport for your flight to Kathmandu, a 25-minute scenic flight. After checking into your hotel, you will take a guided sightseeing tour of Kathmandu to see all the major sights this capital city has. The visit includes Basantapur Durbar Square, the Monkey temple and the Buddhist religious site, Boudhanath Stupa.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Moonlight Kathmandu3 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Kathmandu Sightseeing

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Pokhara to Pokhara Airport

    Plane from Pokhara to Kathmandu

    Private Driver from Tribhuvan International Airport to Kathmandu

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Pokhara

    Kathmandu

Day 7

Departure from Kathmandu

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Departure from Kathmandu

On the last day of this Nepal trekking holiday, you will enjoy breakfast at your hotel and then will be transferred to the airport by private car in time to catch your departing flight home.

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Hotel Moonlight to Tribhuvan International Airport

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Kathmandu

Included in Price

  • 6 nights accommodation
  • 5 activities
  • 6 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 3 dinners
  • Airport transfer
  • Domestic flights
  • Ground transportation
  • Licensed English speaking guides
  • Trekking permits

Not Included in Price

  • Alcohol beverages
  • Entrance fees
  • Entry visas / airport departure tax
  • Gratuities
  • International flights
  • Laundry
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
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