It is one of the easier trekking routes in the Annapurna region. The trail takes you through beautiful Modi khola valley up to Pun-hill, at the foothill of the Annapurna massif. Pun Hill is a viewpoint to see the Annapurna peaks including Machhapuchhre (Mt. Fishtail), Mt. Dhaulagiri to the north and the other southern valleys there. The region is dominated by the Gurungs and Magars; both are ethnic groups of Nepal. While descending on the way back to Pokhara, we pass through the stone paved courtyards of Ghandruk village of Gurungs and there we can experience their age old tradition and culture.

The trek starts from Pokhara; and you can look the beautiful Rhododendron (Nepal’s national flower) forests, Green hills, lovely views on Mt. Dhaulagiri, Nilgiri North and South, Himchuli, Gangapurna, Fish Tail Mountain, Annapurna South, Annapurna I, II, III, IV Mardi Himal and Lamjung Himal views there. Here you can study the Gurung’s culture, tradition and their living style.

Days 01 : Kathmandu (1350 m) – Hotel After arrival in Kathmandu airport we will transfer to Hotel, free day or prepare for trekking.

Days 02 : Kathmandu – Pokhara (820m)Early morning drive to Pokhara by tourist bus. We will reach Pokhara after 7/8 hours. Overnight at Hotel.

Days 03 : Pokhara – Nayapul – Hille (1475 m)Early morning drive to Nayapul after one and half hour’s drive from Pokhara, From Nayapul we have to walk for about four hours to reach Hile. Overnight at Lodge.

Days 04 : Hille – Ghorepani (2750m) 6/ 7 hrs After having breakfast we will start trek and reach Ulleri after two hours walking through the steps. On the way towards Ghorepani we will see stunning views of Mt. Machhapuchre. After having lunch on the way we will walk towards Ghorepani. Overnight at Lodge.

Days 05: Ghorepani – Poon Hill (3200m) – Tadapani (2590m) 6/7 hrs Early morning trek to Poon Hill (3200 m) which is a hill station, from there we can see sunrise & panoramic view including Dhaulagiri and Annapurna range & back to Ghorepani after breakfast trek to Tadapani (2590 m), from here we will see very beautiful mountains such as Annapurna south, Himchuli, Gangapurna and others. Overnight at Lodge.

Days 06 : Tadapani – Ghandruk (1940 m) 4/5 hrs After breakfast we will descend gently towards Ghandruk ;the place which is very familiar as the Guurung’s ethnicity. This group of people are the only one who are highly selected in British Army as Gurkha’s Army! This is the very place from where you can see Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, and Machhapuchhre very clearly in front of you eyes. Overnight at Lodge.

Days 07: Ghandruk – Nayapul (1070 m) – Pokhara After breakfast we will descend gently towards Nayapul after walking 5 to 6 hours. After reaching Nayapul we will hire a taxi to Pokhara. It will take one and half hour by taxi to reach Pokhara. Overnight at Hotel.

Days 08 : Pokhara – Kathmandu This day, We can enjoy the sightseeing in Pokhara lake boating etc, And, afternoon transfer to airport return back to Kathmandu by flight in 25 minutes with good view of Mountains. And, after arrival in Kathmandu airport, we will transfer to Hotel.

Days 09 : Final departure to destination

Cost Includes

Hotel in Kathmandu with 3 stars bed & breakfast
hotel in Pokhara 2 star with bed & breakfast
Annapurna Conservation Permit
Meal: All meal during the trek best available restaurant
1 experience trekking guide & 2 member 1 porter
Kathmandu – Pokhara – Kathmandu by flight
Insurance for all nepali staff
All accommodation during the trek best available guesthouses
Airport -hotel-airport transfer
Fare well dinner typical Nepali restaurant with folk songs & dance

Cost Excludes

Personal equipment for Trekking
Personal trevel insurance and medical kit
International flight and Nepal entry visa fee
Lunch & dinner in Kathmandu & Pokhara
Emergency Rescue evacuation if needed
Personal expenses
Tipping (Tips) for staff
Bar bills & Beverage
Mineral water etc

Note: the itinerary can be customizing you are requirement and length of you stay.