Panoramic Himalayas Trek & Culture
Overview
Trek to Poon Hill (10,531 ft) for sunrise over Annapurna, explore UNESCO heritage sites, enjoy a jungle safari, and experience authentic Gurung village culture.
Trip Highlights
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Arrival in Kathmandu
KathmanduAirport welcome, transfer to hotel, trip briefing and gear check.
Kathmandu Heritage Tour
KathmanduPashupatinath, Boudhanath, Swayambhunath, and Kathmandu Durbar Square guided tour.
Kathmandu to Chitwan
ChitwanDrive to Chitwan National Park. Afternoon tharu village walk.
Chitwan Jungle Safari
ChitwanJeep safari, canoe ride on Rapti River, elephant bathing, and Tharu cultural program.
Chitwan to Pokhara
PokharaScenic drive to Pokhara. Afternoon boat ride on Phewa Lake.
Pokhara Sightseeing & Trek Prep
PokharaVisit Sarangkot sunrise point, World Peace Pagoda, and prepare for trek.
Drive to Nayapul, Trek to Tikhedhunga
TikhedhungaDrive to Nayapul (1 hr), begin trek through Modi Khola valley. Trek 3–4 hours.
Trek to Ghorepani
GhorepaniClimb through rhododendron forests to the Gurung village of Ghorepani. Trek 5–6 hours.
Poon Hill Sunrise & Trek to Tadapani
TadapaniPre-dawn hike to Poon Hill (3,210m) for iconic Annapurna sunrise. Trek down to Tadapani.
Trek to Ghandruk & Drive to Pokhara
PokharaDescend through the famous Gurung village of Ghandruk, then drive back to Pokhara.
Pokhara to Nagarkot
NagarkotDrive or fly to Kathmandu, then continue to Nagarkot for Himalayan sunset views.
Nagarkot Sunrise & Bhaktapur
KathmanduEarly morning Himalayan sunrise views, then visit the medieval city of Bhaktapur.
Departure
Transfer to the airport for your onward journey. Tour ends.
What's Included
Included
- All government taxes and service charges
- Airport pickup and drop-off
- Private vehicle with driver throughout
- 9 nights 3-star hotels
- 3 nights tea house lodges during trek
- All meals during trek (breakfast, lunch & dinner)
- Breakfast and dinner at hotels
- English-speaking guide and licensed trekking guide
- Porter service during trek (1 porter per 2 trekkers)
- ACAP (Annapurna Conservation Area) trekking permit
- Jungle safari activities in Chitwan
- All entrance fees
- Local SIM card
Not Included
- International flights to/from Nepal
- Nepal visa fees
- Lunch and dinner at city hotels
- Personal trekking equipment
- Travel and medical insurance
- Tips for guides, porters and drivers
- Personal expenses
- Optional activities
Visa Information
Nepal visa available on arrival. 15 Days: $30 | 30 Days: $50 | 90 Days: $125. Bring 2 passport photos and completed arrival card.
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