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Annapurna Panaroma
Duration: 10 days
TICKET PRICES STARTING FROM
$687
Taxes and fees will be calculated at checkout
Overview
This is one of the most famous trekking areas in Nepal with well over 100,000 visitors a year. To reach to Annapurna Region either you can fly or drive to Pokhara from Kathmandu. Pokhara is the gate way to Annapurna region. City of Pokhara offers many natural and attractive places to visit. Fewlake with the shadow of Machhapuchre (Fishtail) mountain, Begnas tal (lake). Mahendra Cave, Sharangkot for sunrise and sunset view and others place are the attraction of Pokhara. Annapurna sanctuary trek offers an exotic slice of Nepali and Tibetan culture with the easily accessible area ,excellent food and accommodation just about whenever and wherever you need it. Annapurna sanctuary trek also known as Poon hill Trek offers the best views of Annapurna and neighboring Himalayas.Annapurna sanctuary trek is designed for the trekkers who want a less demanding but short and beautiful trek to get close to the Himalayan views.
Ticket Options
1 Option Available
Annapurna Panaroma: $687
Ticket Information
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
What's Included
- Accommodations in 3 star hotels in Kathmandu and Pokhara and teahouses during the trek
- Farewell dinner
- All necessary paper work and permits (ACAP, TIMS
- An experienced English-speaking trek leader (trekking guide), and porters to carry luggage (2 trekkers: 1 porter) including their salary, insurance, equipment, flight, food and lodging
- Breakfast in Kathmandu and Pokhara. All meals during the trek
- Pickups and drops from hotels and airport by Private Car.
- All government and local taxe
- Transportation by Tourist Coach (Kathmandu-Pokhara-Kathmandu)
What's not Included
- Entrance Fees for sightseeing
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase
- Nepalese visa fee
- International airfare to and from Kathmandu
- Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu and/or Pokhara
- Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu and Pokhara in case of early arrival, late departure, and early return from the mountain(due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary
- Travel and rescue insurance
- Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or boiled water, shower etc)
- Tips for guides and porters
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Additional Info
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Day 01: Kathmandu Arrival(1,300m/4,264ft)
- One of the representatives from Himalayan Sanctuary Adventure will be waiting for you outside the international airport terminal gate holding your name and transfer you to the hotel.
- Day 02: Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing
- After breakfast in the morning, you will be Proceed for Sightseeing place as given below. 1.Boudhanath Stupa: Lies about 6 km to the east of downtown Kathmandu and is the largest stupa in the valley. It looms 36 meters high and presents one of the most fascinating specimens of stupa design. Boudhanath is also known as Khasti, or dew drops, after an account that builders had to use dew to mix the mortar as Kathmandu was suffering from a severe drought during the construction of Bouddhanath. 2.Pasupatinath Temple: Pashupatinath is one of the most sacred Hindu shrines in the world and lies 5 km east of the city center. The richly ornamented pagoda houses the sacred Linga, or phallic symbol, of Lord Shiva. Chronicles indicate the temple’s existence prior to 400 AD. Devotees can be seen taking ritual dips in the holy Bagmati River flowing beside the temple. 3.Patan Darbar Square: Patan Durbar Square is an enchanting combination of palace buildings, artistic courtyards, and graceful pagoda temples. The former royal palace complex is the center of Patan’s religious and social life and houses a museum containing an array of bronze statues and religious objects. One remarkable monument here is a 17th-century temple dedicated to the Hindu god Krishna, built entirely of stone. 4.Swayambhunath Stupa: The Monkey Temple (World Heritage Site), watches over the valley from the top of a hillock on its western side. The huge stupa is one of the holiest Buddhist sites in Nepal and its establishment is linked to the creation of the Kathmandu Valley out of a primordial lake. Swayambhu is also known as Samhengu and the Monkey temple because of the countless monkeys living in the premises
- Day 03: Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara(915m) – 7 Hours
- After breakfast, our guide will take you to the bus station near Thamel. You will take a scenic highway drive out from Kathmandu to the beautiful city of Pokhara. This thrilling road is packed with wonderful sceneries and views to enjoy. Throughout the drive, we will take small breaks for snacks and lunch too. You will drive straight to your hotel here and rest for the day. In the evening you can take short walks to the lakeside area near your hotel. Overnight at Pokhara.
- Day 04: Drive from Pokhara to Nayapul, then trek to Tikhedhunga (1577m) – 4 Hours
- In the morning, we take a short drive (about an hour) to Nayapul, which is going to be the starting point of this trek. From Nayapul, we walk along the Modi Khola and follow the way through Birethanti (1015m), and Hille (1495m) to eventually reach Tikhedhunga (1577m). We stay overnight at a local guesthouse.
- Day 05: Trek from Tikhedhunga to Ghorepani (2840m) – 5 Hours
- Today, we move on from Tikhedhunga towards the steep climb to Ulleri (2070). You can intersperse into the large Magar settlements at Ulleri. From Ulleri, we ascend more gently through the fine forests of rhododendrons and oaks. After walking for a couple of hours from Banthanti, we eventually reach Ghorepani where we stay overnight at a guesthouse.
- Day 06: Hike up to Poon Hill (3210m) and trek to Tadapani (2610m) – 5 Hours
- We have to wake up early in the morning today as we’ve to hike up to Poon Hill, probably the best viewpoint in the Annapurna Region. Here at Poon Hill, we catch the panorama of the beautiful peaks including Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges. Often been touted as the Photographer’s Paradise, don’t miss out to take some of the best snaps of this entire trip from Poon Hill during sunrise. That being said, sunset views from this hilltop are equally rewarding the phenomenal. Spend few to at Poon Hill and then return back to Ghorepani. After having breakfast at Ghorepani, we again continue our walk towards Tadapani. Ascending towards Deurali, and descending again, we eventually reach Tadapani, where we stay overnight at a local guesthouse.
- Day 07: Trek from Tadapani to Ghandruk (1940m) – 5 Hours
- From Tadapani, we descend through the forests while following the trail to Ghandruk—aka the biggest Gurung settlement in the country. Take your time to explore the typical culture and lifestyle of ethnic Gurung people and interact with local people. Ghandruk also offers some of the magnificent views of mountains. Stay overnight at a local guesthouse.
- Day 08: Trek from Ghandruk to Nayapul (1010m), then drive to Pokhara – 5 Hours
- As today is going to be the final day for trekking, we slowly follow our trail back to Nayapul from Ghandruk. Once we reach Nayapul, we can take a short drive back to Pokhara. Check-in to the hotel and stay overnight.
- Day 09: Drive back to Kathmandu from Pokhara
- You can visit some of the local attractions early today before the drive back to Kathmandu. After breakfast, your guide will take you to a local bus station where you will catch a bus back to the capital. Enjoy the refreshing hill highway segment to the valley. We will drive you to your hotel in Thamel. In your spare time head out to explore the lively Thamel market and do some souvenir shopping. Join us for a farewell dinner and share your experiences with the whole team. Overnight at a hotel in Kathmandu.
- Day 10: Final Departure
- Our Driver will pick you up and drive you to the TIA from your hotel a couple of hours earlier than your scheduled flight time. With some exciting stories and wonderful memories from the Himalayas, Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek with Himalaya Sanctuary will remain with you forever.
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