Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu
Your journey with us will start on your arrival in Kathmandu. Our representatives from Sabbatical Explore Nepal will be at the airport for your welcome and hotel transfer. You will rest at the hotel until evening. Then you will be invited for a welcome dinner for interaction and trek’s orientation. We will get to know each other. Overnight in Kathmandu.
airport pickup
3-star standard hotel
welcome dinner
Day 2: Trek Arrangement and Kathmandu Sightseeing
On the second day, the team will arrange everything for our trek ahead. Whereas, we will do sightseeing around Kathmandu Valley. The ancient city of Nepal is full of temples, gompas, and historical sites. We will make visits to the must-visit sites like Pashupatinath Temple, Bouddhanath Stupa, Swaymbhunath Stupa(Monkey Temple), and Kathmandu Durbar Square. The visits will highlight the rich and historical architecture of Nepal. Overnight in Kathmandu.
Day 3: Fly to Pokhara and Free time in Pokhara
Soon after breakfast, we will leave our hotel in Kathmandu for a flight to Pokhara. The flight will last for only 35 minutes and we will enjoy Nepal from the skies. Upon our arrival and transfer to a hotel in Pokhara, we will rest for a while. Then we will begin to explore the picturesque city. Phewa Lake by the city and Mt Machhapuchhre in the backdrop will surely bless our eyes. Moreover, we will have hangouts around the lakeside and go to major places in the city. Overnight in Pokhara.
hotel in Pokhara
breakfast
Day 4: Drive to Birethanti and Trek to Tikhedhunga(1,525m) |4-5hrs
Now we will leave Pokhara for Birethanti on a 2-hour motor drive. The trek will start from Birethanti as we enter a green vicinity. We will walk through terraced fields of Maize and millet to move ahead. Trekking ahead, we will have a stop in Sudami village for a while. Then we will do a short climb to reach Tikhedhunga. Overnight in Tikhedhunga.
drive to Birethanti
mountain lodge in Tikhedhunga
breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 5: Trek to Ghorepani(2,855m)|5-6hrs
We will wake up in Tikhedhunga to a lovely view. Then we will have breakfast and leave the place behind. The trek will continue on a steep stone staircase of around 3,767 steps. Next, completing the stairs, we will walk on a forested trail of oak and rhododendron forests. Eventually, we will reach Nangethanti for lunch and rest. After the rest, we will get back on the trail and keep walking until we reach Ghorepani, a scenic village known for mountain panorama. Overnight in Ghorepani.
mountain lodge in Ghorepani
breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 6: Ghorepani to Tadapani(2,680 m.)
Early wake up and walk up to Poon Hill for one hour to observe the sun-rise and a magnificent mountain view and walk back to Ghorepani for breakfast and start trekking toTadapani.
mountain lodge in Tadapani
breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 7: Tadapani to Chhomrong (1,951 m.)
An easy way down to Kimrung Khola for lunch, ascend again to Chhomorong village which lies at the base of Hiunchuli at an elevation of 6,441m. which also offers a closer view of Annapurna and Macchhapucchhre.
mountain lodge in Chhomrang
breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 8: Chhomrong to Doban (2,430m.)
Leaving Chumrung, the trail descends and crosses the Chumrung River bridge. Climbing high above the Modi Khola on its west bank, the trail passes through the tiny settlement Tilche in forests of bamboo, rhododendron, and oak. Climbing further on a rocky trail you reach Sinuwa, at 2250m.The trail continues in the rhododendron forest, climbing Khuldi at 2350m.
From Khudi, the trail descends a long, steep stone staircase into the Modi River viewing thickets and deep bamboo and rhododendron forests. It is then a short distance to Bamboo Lodge 2190m. From here climb through stands of bamboo, then through rhododendron forest up the side of the canyon. After ascending continuously and then reaching Doban 2430m, about two hours beyond Khuldi, there is also a good Lodges. Passing by the pasture of Tomo and Panchen Barah climb up to Doban Lodge overnight.
mountain lodge in Doban
breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 9: Trek to Machhapuchhre Base Camp| 6-7hrs
From Dobhan, we will walk in the direction of Himalaya, a major stop at Annapurna Base Camp Trek. We will reach the place by hiking for around 2 hours through the lush forest and banks of Modi Khola. In the Himalayas, we will stop to relax our bodies and drink tea. Then continuing the trek, we will walk by Hinku Cave to reach Deurali for Lunch. The lunch at Deurali will power us to reach the foothills of Machhapuchhre Base Camp. We will have a lovely evening in the base camp. Overnight at MBC.
mountain lodge in Machhapuchhre Base Camp
breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 10: Trek to Annapurna Base Camp |3hrs
Now it is time for Annapurna Base Camp. We will leave Machhapuchhre Base Camp enjoying the mountains in the background. It will take around 3 hours to reach the base camp of the world’s tenth-highest mountain. Once we reach Annapurna Sanctuary or ABC, we will be surrounded by nothing but ice-loaded peaks like Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, Tent Peak, Gangapurna, and Fishtail. We will stay in the Annapurna Base Camp’s tea house tonight. So we will have plenty of time to explore the base camp.
mountain lodge in Annapurna Base Camp
breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 11: Trek back to Bamboo| 4-5hrs
It is time to leave Annapurna Base Camp. We will eat breakfast across a striking sunrise view in the base camp. Then, we will retrace via a descending route to Bamboo. The Modi River, lush greenery, and several waterfalls will come along while returning to the place. Overnight in Bamboo.
mountain lodge in Bamboo
breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 12: Trek to Jhinnu Hot Springs| 5hrs
Now we descend to Jhinnu, a place known for its hot springs. We will trek via the lush forest of Rhododendron. Before reaching Jhinnu, we will have lunch in Chhomrong. And upon arriving in Jhinnu, we will relax our bodies by taking a dip in the hot spring. All the tiredness will vanish and we will have a lovely evening in Jhinu Danda.
mountain lodge in Jhinu Danda
breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 13: Trek to Dhampus| 5-6hrs
Following the Modi Khola River, we will trek ahead in the direction of Dhampus. Along the route, we will cross several traditional villages and their farm fields full of crops. And after the trek of 5 to 6 hours, we will reach Dhampus. Overnight in Dhampus.
mountain lodge in Dhampus
breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 14: Trek to Phedi and Drive to Pokhara | 2hrs
From Dhampus, we will begin a short hike to Phedi. It will be a quick descending trek of 4km. And from Phedi, we will take a bus to Pokhara. After the drive, we will reach Pokhara’s hotel to rest until we are refreshed. In the evening, we will spend some more time in Pokhara’s happening place. Overnight in Pokhara.
drive to Pokhara
hotel in Pokhara
breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 15: Drive/Fly to Kathmandu
In the morning, we will fly to Kathmandu. Alternatively, we can take a bus to Kathmandu. Both ways, we will have a wonderful ride. Upon reaching Kathmandu, we will head to our hotel for some rest. And we will get some more time in Kathmandu for shopping and exploration. Overnight in Kathmandu.
drive to kathmandu
3-star standard hotel
Day 16: Departure
It is time to depart from Nepal. At the time of your departure, our team will give you a hotel transfer to the airport. Safe journey back home. Farewell!
