Arrive in Kathmandu and transfer to your hotel. The day is kept gentle so you can settle into your suite, rest after travel, and ease into Nepal at a comfortable pace. If you arrive early, a short stroll nearby is a great first taste of Kathmandu’s atmosphere and heritage.

Today includes guided sightseeing with a private vehicle and tour guide, allowing you to experience Kathmandu’s culture comfortably and efficiently. Expect a curated introduction to the valley’s living heritage - historic courtyards, temple architecture, and the everyday rhythm of the city - without any stress about logistics. You return to your suite for another relaxed evening.

A short flight takes you to Pokhara, Nepal’s most relaxing mountain gateway. The rest of the day is yours to enjoy the lakeside setting - a slower pace, great dining, and that first real sense of the Himalaya nearby when the skies are clear.

After breakfast you drive to Bierthanti, then you climb steadily into the middle hills toward Ghandruk, one of the most famous Gurung villages in the Annapurna region. The route naturally shifts from river valley scenery to terraced slopes and hillside forests, with traditional village life all around. Arriving in Ghandruk is a highlight in itself - stone lanes, mountain culture, and a strong sense of being properly in the Himalaya foothills, often with standout views of nearby Annapurna peaks on clear days.

Leaving Ghandruk, the trail traverses across the hillside through a mix of forest paths and terraced farm country, linking villages that still feel deeply traditional and local. The day has a lovely rhythm - short scenic rises, gentle descents, and frequent viewpoints where the valley opens and closes in dramatic ways. Landruk is quieter and more tucked-in than Ghandruk, and the MLN lodge setting is known for its strong Annapurna-facing views when the weather is clear.

You continue along classic Annapurna foothill trails, moving through lived-in landscapes of stone houses, small fields, and forested ridgelines. As you approach Dhampus, the feeling becomes more panoramic - a ridge-top style setting where the mountains can appear suddenly and dramatically in the distance. Dhampus is a superb place to slow down, enjoy sunset light, and take in wide Himalayan views from a comfortable lodge base.

After a relaxed morning in Dhampus, you drive back to Pokhara. The change is immediate - cooler hills give way to warmer lakeside comfort. The rest of the day is perfect for a long shower, great food, and a gentle walk by Phewa Lake.

Fly back to Kathmandu and return to your suite for a comfortable final night. Depending on your flight time, you can do last-minute shopping, enjoy a farewell dinner, or simply relax and pack without stress.

Transfer to the airport for your onward flight.