Annapurna Base Camp with Ghorepani Poonhill Trek

Kathmandu, Nepal's capital city, is located in a valley surrounded by picturesque green hills on all sides. Assume you enter through the flight (Airways). The Mystic Adventure Holidays representative will be in the airport terminal with our company flag. Nepali CultureThe traditional greeting is to press one's palms together in front of the chest and utter "Namaste" (which means "I greet the god within you"). Depending on the level of the person you are welcoming, you may greet them with a nod of the head or a bow, as well as khadas (Buddhist shawls) or garlands and a crimson tika (tilak) on your forehead. Garlands and tilaks are used in Nepal to signify honor when someone comes.to wish you a hearty welcome. After welcoming you, our representative will drop you off at your hotel and assist you with the check-in process. If you come by road, our representative will greet you at your location.

There will be no activities scheduled for you. You can relax, and if you wish to explore, you may do so on your own. Overnight at a hotel in Kathmandu

Before visiting Nepal, you may have learned how to greet someone with a 'Namaste' or thank someone with a 'Dhanyabad'. However, it's important to note that Nepal is an ancient civilization with its own set of ideologies and mannerisms. Here are some social etiquettes specific to Nepal that can help you avoid being disrespectful or humiliating in public. Nepal's roads are unpredictable. Roads are usually congested, resulting in numerous traffic backups. Most places lack traffic lights, forcing drivers to rely on hand gestures from police officers. Visit religious places and UNESCO-listed places.

• Swoyambhu Nath Stupa
• Boudhnath Stupa,
• Pashupatinath Temple,
• Kathmandu Durbar Square,
• Patan Durbar Square

Today is going to be a busy day. Early in the morning, you will go on a guided sightseeing tour of UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Kathmandu. The tour involves a visit to Kathmandu Durbar Square, Swayambhunath, Boudhnath Stupa, and Pashupatinath Temple. There are other monuments worth visiting, but because of our limited time, we have handpicked these places.

Later, in the late afternoon, you will meet with the trek guide. He will brief you about the trek and do the final packing.

Nayapul is the starting point of the trek. An hour-long off-road drive from Pokhara will take you to this place. The trail from Nayapul (1,070 m) onwards goes through dense forests and farming fields. You will follow the north bank of Bhurungdi Khola and ascend to Hile (1,495 m). From here, the trail gradually ascends to Tikhedhunga (1,480 m) and continues towards Ulleri. 

Pokhara offers magnificent views of Dhaulagiri, Manaslu, Machhapuchhre, five peaks of the Annapurna range, and others. Numerous lakes of Pokhara offer fishing, boating, and swimming; the city itself is popular as a city of lakes. Pokhara is situated in the center of Nepal and it is nestled in a region of awesome natural beauty. The valley is filled with lush vegetation and swift-flowing rivers and is dotted with clear, shimmering lakes. It is one of the major towns of Nepal. Providing a perfect gateway from the chaotic life in the cities. Pokhara is blessed with the backdrop of one of the most dramatic scenes in the world. A 140-meter panorama made up of towering Himalayan ranges seen close enough to be touched on a clear day. If Kathmandu is the cultural hub of Nepal, then Pokhara is the centre of adventure.

From Pokhara, we will drive to Nayapul (42 km) by car/taxi via the large village of Lumle and walk for about 20 minutes to Birethanti, a large and prosperous town. The trail follows the main street of Birethanti, going through bamboo forests and past a large waterfall and swimming hole. The trail arrives at Ramghai, where you will eat lunch after passing a pasture that pony caravans use. After lunch, the trail climbs gradually up the side of the valley, reaching Tikhe Dhunga. Overnight at guesthouse; breakfast, lunch, and dinner included

Following a steep trail, you will begin trekking towards the beautiful Ghorepani village. On the way, you can see stunning views of the Annapurna range (8,091 m), Mt. Fishtail (6,993 m), and Mt. Hiunchuli (6,441 m). Further, the route goes through rhododendron forests and reaches Nanghethani (2,460 m). From here, it takes one hour to reach Ghorepani village.

Ghorepani will welcome you with mesmerizing views of Dhampus Peak (6,012 m), Mt. Nilgiri (7,061 m), Annapurna South (7,219 m), and many others. From Nangethanti, we will climb to Ghorepani at 2850 m. From here, we can see the spectacular panorama of Dhaulagiri I (8167 m), Tukuche Nilgiri (6940 m), Annapurna I (8091 m), Hiunchuli (6441 m), and Tarke Kang (7193 m). Overnight at the guesthouse, breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.

Today, you will wake up early in the morning to catch the gorgeous sunrise from Poon Hill. Poon Hill is a popular viewpoint in the lower Annapurna region. You will see a breathtaking landscape from here. The trail then descends back to Ghorepani (2,860 m) and continues towards Tadapani. You will trek through lush forests of oak and rhododendron. From Deurali (2,960 m), the trail descends to Bandhani and crosses a bridge before reaching Tadapani (2,630 m). 

Descending through forests, you will cross a suspension bridge over a river. The trail further has an easy walk to Chomrong (2,165 m). From here, you will drop down, follow a steep trail, and ascend to Sinuwa. Dropping down from Tadapani Gurjung, the route offers good views of the upper Modi valley.

The path then starts the long ascent high above the west bank of the Modi Khola. We pass the forest-stay village of Chhomrong, which lies tucked at the very base of Himal Chuli. From Chhomrong Overnight at the guesthouse, breakfast, lunch, and dinner included. 

The day begins with a gentle walk through verdant forests and takes you to Bamboo. From here, you will climb to Dovan and continue trekking towards Himalaya village (2,890 m), where you will take a small break for lunch. Further, the trail ascends to the Himalayas for the night. the trail descends until Chhomrong Khola, then the trail begins a slow climb as we head up to our destination for the day. 

We proceed to Kuldi Ghar, about 2 1/2 to 3 hours walking. There is a clearing in the forest a little further on; from there, the route goes very steeply down a bank of rock and then levels out, running through thickets of bamboo at the bottom of the gorge, always on the west side of the river. We pass by the pasture of Tomo and then the very neck of the gorge at Pantheon Barah, where there is a small trail and a shrine. The track climbs to the Himalayas. Overnight at the guesthouse, breakfast, lunch; and dinner included

The first part of the trail leads to the Machhapuchhre Base Camp (3,700 m). Here you will take a break before heading towards the Annapurna Base Camp (4,130 m). The views along the route are fabulous. Tall, snow-capped mountains will be your constant companion. Today we climb past the Machhapuchhre Base Camp (which isn’t a base camp since climbing the mountain is not permitted) to the Annapurna Base Camp. Since mountains surround this area, it is known as the Annapurna Sanctuary. From here, it is a two-hour trek to Annapurna Base Camp, which offers spectacular views. 

Following the same trail back, you descend to Machhapuchhre Base Camp (4,130 m). You will pass by many small villages before reaching Sinuwa. The trail gradually descends to Deurali and continues to Himalaya village. You will pass by dense forests and reach Dovan. Further, passing by Bamboo, he reaches Sinuwa to spend the night. We follow the same trail down today; the trail drops by 1,700 m to the bank of Modi Khola to Bamboo at 2,310 m, where there are a few teahouses and lodges available to stay at. Overnight at the guesthouse, breakfast, lunch, and dinner included

After having a warm breakfast, you will trek to Jhinu Danda (1,780 m). This village is famous for its natural hot spring. You will spend a couple of hours here enjoying the hot spring. overnight at Jhenu Danda. After that, we will drive to Pokhara. It is a 30-minute scenic drive. after reaching pokhara, we will go straight to hotel. You will rest in your hotel room. 

Before leaving Pokhara, you will drive to Sarangko to enjoy the beautiful sunrise. You can also go paragliding (at an additional charge) if you want. Later, you will drive or fly back to Kathmandu. The remainder of the day is leisure time to rest and explore.

Here concludes the journey. Today, it is time for you to return home. Our Mystic Adventure Holidays airport representative will send you off 3.5 hours prior to your arrival in Kathmandu, following a traffic jam that we observe, and upon your arrival. will assist you with check-out and transport you to the airport before the time of your flight. Time has come to bid Dieu. We dress you in traditional khada in anticipation of your safe journey and good fortune.  It's time to say farewell. We put you in traditional khada for good luck and a safe flight. Thank you so much for giving me a chance to plan your trip. I am glad to be part of your Nepal journey. I hope you have a wonderful time in Nepal. see you again, Nepal, once, but never enough. Have a safe flight back to your home. Best wishes from Mystic Adventure Holidays.