Our office delegate will be at the airport to welcome you with the placard of Escape Himalaya. He will smoothly escort you to the hotel in a private vehicle. We will conduct a brief orientation to explain the trek at the hotel. Afterward, there are no scheduled activities. You can take a rest for the day.
Overnight at the hotel.
Wake up early, take breakfast at the hotel, and prepare to depart for Pokhara. The road trip is via tourist bus comprising scenic landscapes of hills, rivers, terraced farms, and rural villages. As you reach Pokhara, you will check in to the hotel, and you can go on a side trip around Lakeside if you have some energy left.
Overnight at the hotel. Breakfast is included.
Today you'll wake up early, have breakfast, and prepare for a long hike. The destination for this day is Tikhedhunga, for which you'll take a 90-minute drive to Nayapul (42 km from Pokhara) via Lumle village.
Further, the trek starts from Nayapul with a small break at Birethanti. The walk goes through the pristine bamboo forest, giant cascades, terraced fields, and small villages. Likewise, you'll stroll past Ramghai village, walking alongside the Modi Khola (river) way up to Tikhedhunga.
Overnight at Guesthouse. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner are included.
Today, you have quite a long journey to Ghorepani/Ghode Pani. After a warm breakfast at Tikhedhunga, you'll cross a suspension bridge and climb steep stone steps toward Ulleri, a lovely Magar town. Traversing gently through green pastures for an hour, you hit the campsite on the top and stop for a small break.
After the break, hike ahead, crossing beautiful streams to reach Nangethanti for lunch. Leaving Nangethanti, you'll head to the traditional Ghorepani village. Throughout the trail, you will have appreciating views of the all-encompassing Himalayan ranges.
Overnight at Guesthouse. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner are included.
You will experience one of today's most beautiful moments with an early morning hike to Poon Hill. Poon Hill is a hill station that offers stunning sunrise overlooking the panoramic Annapurna and Dhaulagiri mountain ranges. After spending a memorable time at Poon Hill, return to Ghorepani, have breakfast, and head to Tadapani. The hike continues walking along the edge of hills and serene woodlands to reach Tadapani.
Overnight at Guesthouse. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner are included.
Today you'll trek down to Chhomrong village, where you can encounter the ethnic Gurung traditions. It is a gateway to the Annapurna Sanctuary. On your journey to Chhomrong, you will gradually descend through the Rhododendron forest, crossing suspension bridges and crop fields. Since the trail follows dense forests, you can see different tropical bird species along the hike. Reaching the village similarly offers incredible mountain views of Machhapuchhre, Hiunchuli, and Annapurna South.
Overnight at Guesthouse. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner are included.
After cherishing Chhomrong's genuine hospitality, we will say goodbye and go for Dovan. You will head down 2,500 stone steps and cross a suspension bridge over the Chhomrong River. Following the rocky terrains to the village of Sinuwa, you will traverse through the dense forest towards Kuldahar (2,380m). Then you will descend to Bamboo and gradually ascend to Dovan.
Overnight at Guesthouse. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner are included.
Today you'll proceed via the moist path that traverses dense and befuddled bamboo trees. The serene sound of the bamboo leaves brings calm to the spirit, and the lovely rhododendron forest accompanies us along the way to Deurali. Passing the Himalayan Hotel, climb past Hinku Cave, and just above is Deurali, where you'll spend the night.
Overnight at Guesthouse. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner are included.
Today you'll finally reach the most awaited Annapurna Base Camp following the riverbed along the steep trail. The views of the Machhapuchhre, Hiunchuli, Annapurna, Gangapurna, and others are beautiful. We'll pass through the forest and hike for two hours to get to the Annapurna Base Camp. Before we reach ABC, we will traverse the Machhapuchre Base Camp. Seeing the inter-dimensional perfection of the Annapurna massif is breathtaking. The view of the 10th highest peak in the world right in front of us is fantastic.
Overnight at Guesthouse. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner are included.
After enjoying our stay at ABC, we're heading down the same path to Modi Khola and taking the route towards Bamboo (1,700 m). There are lodges and tea houses in the place surrounded by mountains. You're going to love the fresh air and the calm atmosphere.
Overnight at Guesthouse. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner are included.
Continuing to follow the Khuldigar path, we head toward Chomrong. En route, you'll see the Sheep experimental farm, one of the exciting highlights of the trek. You will get to see large herds of sheep. We'll enjoy the splendid rhododendron clusters in red, yellow, and white shades. The colorful flowers of the green forests are a wonderful sight to enjoy. Going down to Jhinu Hot Spring, we will reinvigorate the famous natural hot spring after a long hike.
Overnight at Guesthouse. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner are included.
Following the trail along the Modi Khola, we head back to Pokhara. Before reaching Pokhara, we will bypass the villages of Matke and Siwai. The journey from there takes about 2 hours drive to reach Pokhara.
Overnight at a Hotel in Pokhara. Breakfast and Lunch are included.
Today we are returning to Kathmandu via tourist bus. You will witness the changing landscapes and diverse topography along your way.
Overnight at a Hotel in Kathmandu. Breakfast included.
Note: You can take a flight from Pokhara to Kathmandu at extra cost. The flight costs USD 220.00 for round trips.
This day concludes the breathtaking trip to the Annapurna Base Camp. Our office delegate will drive you to the airport 3 hours before your flight. Goodbye to you as you return with memories and happiness back home.