10 DAYS NEPAL ADVENTURE WITH ANNAPURNA TREK
Kathmandu, Birethanti, Ghandruk, Landruk, Tomijong, Dhampus, Pokhara
Outdoor & Adventure, Off the Beaten, Nature & Wildlife
Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime trek through Nepal’s Annapurna region, home to one of the highest mountain ranges in the world. Based in deluxe lodges located within picturesque villages, the abridged trek gives you a taste of the high life in comfort, and you enjoy unparalleled vistas of terraced rice fields, blooming valleys, and snow-capped Himalayas the whole way. You’ll also explore the capital, Kathmandu, which enchants with ancient Nepalese architecture and colourful streets.
Arrival in Kathmandu
Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to your hotel.
The rest of the day is free for you to explore Kathmandu at your leisure.
Highlights of Kathmandu
After a well-rested morning, enjoy a private guided tour of two UNESCO World Heritage sits in Kathmandu Valley: Boudhanath Stupa, one of the most revered Buddhist Stupas in the world, and Kathmandu Dubar Square, which showcases the city’s impressive legacy of Nepalese traditions and architecture.
Transfer: Hotel to Airport
After breakfast, you will be transferred to Kathmandu airport for your onward journey.
Flight: Kathmandu to Pokhara
Take a short 30 minute flight to Pokhara, where you will be greeted by your trekking team.
Day 1 Trek: Pokhara to Birethanti
From Pokhara airport, we drive ~1½ hours to the trek starting point. Your Annapurna adventure begins along the mountain’s lower ridgeline, towards Modi River Valley where your lodge is located (Elevation: ~1,025m). There, enjoy magnificent views of the sacred and unclimbed Fishtail Mountain, Machhapuchhre. Enjoy lunch at the lodge and some free time during which you can take an optional walk to nearby Birethanti village or explore the surrounding river valley.
Trek distance: 5km | Trek time: ~ 3-4 hours
Day 2 Trek: Birethanti to Ghandruk
Continue your trek to Ghandruk (Elevation: ~2,012m), passing by picturesque farmlands, small villages, terraced rice fields, and lush forests as you ascend. Enjoy spectacular views of Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, Fishtail, and Gangapurna along the way.
Trek distance: 9km | Trek time: ~5-6 hours
Day 3 Trek: Ghandruk to Landruk
From Ghandruk, the trail descends to the serene village of Landruk (Elevation: ~1,565m), which offers even more breathtaking vistas of the Annapurna range. You should arrive at your lodge around midday, after which you have free time to unwind or go on a leisurely hike with your guide around Landruk.
Trek distance: 9km | Trek time: ~4-5 hours
Day 4 Trek: Landruk to Majgaon
After a hearty breakfast, you will set off to Tomijong lodge (Elevation: ~1,400m). Along the way, you pass through small villages and vast farmland, all with Mt. Annapurna in the background. After arriving at the lodge, enjoy the afternoon at your leisure by exploring the region further or taking some time to recharge.
Trek distance: 9km | Trek time: ~4-5 hours
Day 5 Trek: Majgaon to Dhampus
The trek today passes through the quaint villages of Patlekhet, Dhampus and Pothana, where you’ll have the chance to experience local Nepalese life. In the village of Pothana, you may also meet some local Tibetan traders to pick up a souvenir or two. The scenery is stunning as the sub-tropical forests are full of tree orchids, rhododendrons and magnolias, and the trail offers captivating views of the entire Annapurna range. Like most afternoons, enjoy free time at Dhampus to relax or explore the village (Elevation: ~1,740m).
Trek distance: 9km | Trek time: ~4-5 hours
Day 6 Trek: Dhampus to Pokhara
After breakfast, you begin a gradual descent through lushly wooded hillside and terraced farmland to reach the valley floor (Elevation: ~1,000m).
Trek distance: 3km | Trek time: ~2 hours
Transfer: Ghattekhola to Pokhara
Upon reaching the trek end point, Ghattekhola, we transfer by vehicle to Pokhara (~45 minutes).
Enjoy some free time to explore the lakeside area of Pokhara on your own.
Transfer: To Airport
After breakfast, we transfer to Pokhara airport.
Flight: Pokhara to Kathmandu
From Pokhara airport, we take a short 30 minute flight back to Kathmandu.
Kathmandu at Leisure
Enjoy some free time to explore Kathmandu. Some options include Pashupatinath Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that is one of the most sacred Hindu temples in Nepal, and Swoyambhu Mahachaitya, another massive Buddhist stupa located in the west of Kathmandu.
Transfer: To Airport
You would be met and transferred to Kathmandu airport for your journey home.
Dwarika’s Hotel Kathmandu • Mountain Lodges of Nepal (Birethanti, Ghandruk, Landruk, Tomijong, Dhampus) • Temple Tree Resort, Pokhara
Kathmandu
An elegant luxury boutique hotel adorned with ethnic motifs and traditional Newari architecture, Dwarika's Hotel Kathmandu is centrally located to various famous places of attraction and UNESCO sites.
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Birethanti
Overlooking the Modi Khola river, this stylish spot has 18 spacious rooms, each hand crafted by local artisans. Every room comes with an ensuite bathroom, hot running water (hotter in the evening when the solar cells are fullest), a comfy bed, plus all the classic Mountain Lodges offerings like cold and hot water bottles, Ayurvedic massage services, laundry, and WiFi.
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Ghandruk
Rooms are immaculate, spacious and welcoming. After a day’s hike, you’ll be glad to step into a large shower with plenty of hot water, and a comfortable bed, piled with thick blankets and duvets. The hot water bottle placed in your bed while you are still dining assures you a cozy bedtime.
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Landruk
Twelve contemporary and comfortable rooms are furnished with twin beds, modern, black-slate en suite bathrooms, and terraces with jaw-dropping Annapurna views. Design features include parquet wood floors, bedside up-lights, and vaulted, rafted ceilings.
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Majgaon
Eighteen spanking new rooms boast super comfortable twin beds, slate floors, rafted ceilings, and spacious bathrooms with hot showers and pampering amenities.
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Dhampus
Bright rooms set in a row face the fantastic panoramic views of the Annapurna Range. You’ll find floors adorned with Nepalese carpets, blankets and artwork. Run by solar energy, there’s hot running water in the well-designed en suite bathroom. Little touches, such as the cozy slippers and jackets you can snuggle into during the cooler hours, add to the comfort.
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Pokhara
The resort is ideally located right at the centre of the Lakeside, the only stretch of the Lakeside enjoying a full view of the lake as well as the Himalayas.
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