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Annapurna Poonhill Sunrise Trek

Annapurna Poonhill Sunrise Trek

Annapurna Region, Nepal
5
9 Days 8 Nights

Annapurna Poonhill Sunrise Trek

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  • No. of PersonsPrice per Person
  • 2-4 PaxUS $ 1050
  • 5-9 PaxUS $ 950
  • 10-14 PaxUS $ 880
  • 15-19 PaxUS $ 865
  • 20 & Above PaxUS $ 855
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Best time to visit Spring (March to May)Spring (March to May)
Transportation BusBus
Difficulty Easy to ModerateEasy to Moderate
Maximum Altitude 3210m
Duration 9 Days9 Days
Activities TrekkingTrekking

Trip Overview

Annapurna Poonhill Sunrise Trek

The very easy Ghandruk Poon Hill Trek (also known as the Annapurna Sunrise Trek) treks through villages and rhododendron forests. It’s amazing to see the Annapurna range, especially from Poon Hill. Arriving by automobile from Pokhara, the trek’s new starting point at Hile is preceded by a visit to the UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Kathmandu. You will hike through the Bhurungdi Khola and the village of Tikhedhunga on your way to Ulleri. The journey will take you through rhododendron forests and into Ghorepani, where you’ll spend the night. The next day you will go up Poon Hill for amazing views and then continue to Ghandruk and Tadapani to explore the Gurung Museum and meet the Gurung people. Finally, you will return to Pokhara by automobile. This nine-day tour is ideal for anyone seeking for a quick, attractive, and fairly challenging trip. The longer and more challenging treks are the Annapurna Sanctuary Trek, Annapurna Circle Trek, and Annapurna Circuit Trek.

Itinerary

01

Arrival in Kathmandu 1400m/4594ft.

At Kathmandu’s Tribhuwan International Airport (TIA), we will be greeted by a Mission Nepal representative who will then take us to the hotel of our choosing by car. We may take a nap or visit the Mission Nepal office after checking in. at the evening, a welcome supper with traditional Nepalese cuisine and a brief cultural presentation will take place at a typical Nepalese restaurant.

Accomodation Hotel
02

Kathmandu Sightseeing

After breakfast today, we begin a guided tour of some of Kathmandu’s most significant historical and spiritual landmarks, many of which are also UNESCO World Heritage sites. The renowned “Monkey Temple” of Swayambhunath, the revered Hindu temple of Pashupatinath, the ancient Durbar Square in Kathmandu, and the Buddhist shrine of Bouddhanath—which is also the location of one of the biggest stupas in the world—are all visited. We meet up with the other participants for lunch at the Mission Nepal office, where we talk about our itinerary and have our hiking guide inspect our equipment.

Accomodation Hotel
03

Fly to Pokhara; drive to Hile and trek to Ulleri 2050m/6726ft.

Our early flight will take us to Pokhara, where we may enjoy the breathtaking views of the Himalayas. For the best views, we should choose a seat on the right side of the airplane. When we get to Pokhara, we’ll be treated to breathtaking views of the Himalayan Mountain range, which includes Dhaulagiri, Manaslu, Machhapuchhre, and the five peaks of Annapurna. After a quick break, we will travel to Hile, where our trek begins. During the journey, we will pass through trees found in subtropical valleys, and we may have to walk on paths that have been carved out of the side of cliffs. After lunch, we’ll cross the Bhurungdi Khola on a bridge and head to the town of Tikhedhunga. The Ulleri Hill, with its hundreds of steps and ever-increasing pebbles, will test our endurance. By the time we arrive at Ulleri, it should be afternoon.

Accomodation Hotel
04

Ulleri To Ghorepani 2850m/9348ft.

After breakfast, we climb up to start our journey to Ghorepani. Ghorepani, which translates to “horse-water” in Nepali, used to be a major stopping place for traders and their horses. These days, it’s a popular trekking destination with small shops and stalls selling locally made handicrafts. The hamlet is divided into two parts; the top part has sweeping, magnificent views of the surrounding mountains, which include the Annapurna South and Nilgiri ranges. As we climb, the temperature decreases and the chilly weather, particularly in the evenings, becomes more apparent.

Accomodation Hotel/Lodge
05

Hike up To Poon Hill and to Tadapani 2610m/8560ft.

We’re climbing up the arduous trail to Poon Hill viewpoint, which is 3,210 meters/10,529 feet, early in the morning, so today is important for us. From here, we have breathtaking views of the Himalayas in the morning. Poon Hill is a popular trekking destination in the Annapurna region, offering stunning views of Mustang, Pokhara, and over 20 of the world’s highest mountains, including the Dhaulagiri and Annapurna ranges. We stop for coffee, tea, or hot chocolate and spend some time taking pictures before going back to Ghorepani for breakfast. From there, we cross a nearby hill to the east and make our way down to Tadapani, our overnight stop, passing stunning waterfalls and gorgeous rhododendron forests.

Accomodation Hotel/Lodge
06

Tadapani to Ghandruk 1940m/6365ft.

Today, we’ll head out of Tadapani and begin a steep descent through ancient rhododendron trees, which in the spring transform into exquisite gardens. Depending on the season, we might be able to glimpse cherry blossoms in the afternoon on the slopes across the valley. After climbing, we will arrive at the village of Ghandruk, which is perched on a slope and is primarily inhabited by the Gurung community. Here, we may visit the Gurung Museum in Ghandruk to learn more about the rich cultural traditions of the Gurung people and take in the close-up views of the magnificent Fishtail, Annapurna South, and Hiunchuli mountains. We are spending the night at Ghandruk.

Accomodation Hotwl/Lodge
07

Ghandruk to Pokhara 822m/2696ft.

After breakfast, we will head to Ghandruk to board a private vehicle that will take us to Pokhara in around two hours. Once there, we’ll settle into the hotel of our choice and take some time to unwind. In the afternoon, we’ll go on a half-day sightseeing tour of Pokhara and the surrounding areas. We intend to spend the night in Pokhara.

Accomodation Hotel/Lodge
08

Drive to Kathmandu

After we have our breakfast at the hotel, we will head toward Kathmandu. We’ll make a lunch stop along the way. We’ll check into our motels when we get there and relax for a bit. Later, we might wander through Thamel’s streets for a leisurely stroll or some souvenir shopping. We will toast to the successful end of our trip with a farewell dinner hosted by mission Nepal Vacations in the evening.

Accomodation Hotel
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Final Departure

This is the last day of your journey across Nepal! You can use your time to go through your images and exchange email information with other travelers. A Kantipur Holidays representative will accompany you to the airport around three hours before to your scheduled departure. You’ll have plenty of time on your hands when you get home to organize your next thrilling vacation to Nepal.

Trip Info

What’s Included in this tour

  • Airport transfers with ground transports in private vehicle
  • Traditional welcome on arrival
  • 03 nights’ accommodation with breakfast at a 3-star category hotel in Kathmandu
  • 01 nights’ accommodation with breakfast at a 3-star category hotel in Pokhara
  • 04 nights’ accommodation with Full Board at Local Lodge in Trek Route
  • All Transfer and sightseeing in Private A/C Deluxe vehicle as per Pax.
  • Sightseeing as per Itinerary
  • TIMS (Trekkers’ Information Management System) Fee, Government taxes & office service charge
  • Full board meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner and tea/coffee) during the trek
  • The best twin sharing lodge (in the area) with attached bathroom during the trek
  • One guide (highly experienced, helpful and friendly), porter(s) (1 porter for 2 people/trekkers) and food, accommodation, salary, equipment, and accidental insurance for all staff during Trek
  • Kathmandu – Pokhara flight fare
  • All necessary permit during Trek
  • First aid medical kit
  • All applicable Hotel Taxas

What's Not included in this tour

  • Travel insurance
  • International airfare
  • Liscense Holder Tour Guide in cities
  • Entrance and monument fees in Kathmandu, Pokhara and Lumbini
  • Meals not specified in the itinerary
  • Cold drinks (coke, water, fanta, dew etc.)
  • Snacks and other personal expenses
  • Nepal entry visa which can be obtained easily at Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu. (Recently taken 2 copies of passport-size photos are needed)
  • Hot shower during the trek
  • Personal trekking equipment
  • Tips and gratuities for trekking staffs and drivers

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