Arrive in Nepal’s capital and transfer to your hotel. Keep the day light - rest, hydrate, and settle in so you start the trip feeling fresh.
If you arrive early, a relaxed walk and an easy dinner is a perfect introduction to Kathmandu’s energy and culture.

A flexible day to prepare and get comfortable. This is ideal for a briefing, checking gear, and making sure you have everything you need for the trek.
If you want sightseeing, this is the easiest day to explore Kathmandu’s heritage areas without rushing.

Travel to Pokhara by flight (or driving if required). Flying is quick and scenic on clear days, while driving gives you a fuller sense of Nepal’s countryside and river valleys.
After arriving, you can enjoy Pokhara’s relaxed lakeside atmosphere and get a good rest before the trek begins.

A short drive takes you to the trailhead near Tikhedhunga, where you begin trekking through rural foothill scenery. The trail climbs steadily through villages and terraced farmland, and you quickly feel the shift from city life into the hills.
Ulleri is a classic first overnight stop, known for its mountain village setting and the satisfaction of a strong first trekking day.

You continue upward through forest trails and hillside paths, with the landscape becoming cooler and more alpine as you gain altitude. This section is known for beautiful woodland walking and a real sense of entering the classic Annapurna trekking zone.
Arriving in Ghorepani feels lively and rewarding, with a strong teahouse atmosphere and anticipation for the sunrise viewpoint the next morning.

Before sunrise, you hike up to Poon Hill for one of the best short-viewpoint experiences in Nepal. On clear mornings, the horizon opens to a wide sweep of snowy peaks, and the changing light is the highlight of the trek for many travelers.
After returning for breakfast, you continue on scenic trails through ridge and forest terrain toward Deurali, a quieter stop that sets you up well for the descent into Ghandruk.

Today you transition from ridge and forest landscapes down toward a major Gurung village. As you descend, the scenery shifts back toward terraced hillsides and lived-in village life, with frequent viewpoints when the weather is clear.
Ghandruk is a beautiful place to end the trek - traditional stone lanes, strong cultural identity, and a comfortable village atmosphere that feels distinctly Annapurna.

After a relaxed morning in Ghandruk, you drive back to Pokhara. The return to lakeside comfort feels like a reward - a proper shower, great food, and time to unwind.
If you feel like it, an evening walk by Phewa Lake is the perfect way to close out the trekking portion of the trip.

Return to Kathmandu by flight or drive. After arriving, the rest of the day is free for shopping, a final cultural stroll, or simply relaxing.
It is a comfortable transition day that keeps the end of the trip smooth.

A free day in Kathmandu for rest, sightseeing, or souvenir time. It also works as a buffer day to keep travel logistics stress-free.
Many guests enjoy a final celebratory meal and a relaxed evening before departure.

Transfer to the airport for your onward flight home.