As you fly into Kathmandu, you'll have gorgeous views over the valley, the Himalayas, and the terraced fields below. After going through customs, a representative from Mountain Sherpa Trekking will be waiting to guide you through the first culture shock of Kathmandu’s narrow, winding streets and get you settled into your best Heritage hotel.

In the evening, short walking around the tourist hub of Thamel and join Welcome Dinner at best Typical Nepal Restaurant. Where you can have the best Dine experience of Nepali cuisine in a 150-year-old heritage building, which housed the late Royal Priest of the King of Nepal. You will be served food prepared from a local organic farm. Elevate your senses with the folk dance and music of Nepal!

Accommodations: Dwarika's Hotel

Meals: Welcome Dinner

Flight time: 30 min

Height: 1890 meter

Trekking Distance: Approx. 3 km (2 hours) 

After having a good leisure breakfast at our hotel then we Transfer to the domestic airport to fly to Pokhara, which is located about 200 K.M West of Kathmandu. It takes approx.30-minute flight. This spectacular short flight offers views of the Langtang, Manaslu, and Annapurna ranges. We are met our Sherpa crew on arrival at Pokhara Airport and taken by comfortable private vehicle (1 hour) to the start of our walk.

Together with our new Sherpa team, we hike up to Australian Camp through the forestry uphill from Kande. Approximately 2 hours of the walk will bring us to a stunning spot of Australian Camp. Along the journey, we can see a panoramic view of the Annapurna Range including Machhapuchhre (Fishtail), Annapurna South Hiuchuli, Annapurna II and IV, and Lamjung Himal. Lunch is at the lodge and there is the option in the afternoon to walk to the nearby village. Otherwise, you can rest at the lodge and do a bit of local exploration.

Accommodations: Best Available Local Lodge with Hot Shower

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included

Height: 1640 meter/5379 ft.

Trekking Distance: Approx. 7.5 km (4-5 hrs.)

After an early breakfast containing hot tea and coffee, you will begin your second day of trekking towards Landruk Village. Today you will have spectacular views of the towering snow-covered peak of Annapurna over 8,000 meters (26,000 ft) and Fishtail 6,993 m (22,943 ft.).

We trek through fantastic rhododendron jungle nesting different species of birds to the village of Chandrakot inhabited by the warm-greetings and hospitable Gurung people. As you climb higher, the panoramic view of villages dots the land below. The small village includes of huge beauty of mountains, friendly Gurung people, a small lake from where one can get the reflection of fishtail, temples, flowers, mustard fields, birds, and many more. Lunch will be on the way to Tolka, and evening dinner is at the comfort lodge of Landruk village.

Accommodations: LA BEE LODGE  

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included

Height: 2012 meter/6500 ft.

Trekking Distance: Approx.10 km (4-5 hrs.)

As soon as we wake up, all we like doing is to enjoy the view of the majestic mountains. Following an early, nourishing breakfast, you will begin the most beautiful day of the trek where you will see the magnificent Gurung Village. We start out our trek downhill towards Modi Khola. The trail goes down towards the river through scattered villages with beautiful views of the Himalayas then there is a steep ascent to reach Ghandruk. The lodge here in Ghandruk is built respecting the Gurung architecture. It has a large common dining room with a friendly fireplace & nice rooms having spectacular views of the mountains. From Ghandruk, you can have good views of Gangapurna, Machhapuchhre (Fishtail), Mount Annapurna, and other snow-capped mountains. If time permits, visit the local museum and the village.

Accommodations: Himalaya Lodge Or similar

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included

Height: 2720 meter/9580 ft. 

Trekking Distance: Approx. 8 km (3-4 hrs.)

We wake up this morning with tea and coffee served in the garden and watch the sunrise over Annapurna South, Annapurna one, Hiunchuli, Gangapurna, and the Fishtail. After enjoying a relaxing breakfast and the glorious views from the Himalaya Lodge, trek to Tadapani through the rhododendron forest.

Accommodation: Local Lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included

Height: 2874 m/9429 ft.

Trekking Distance: Approx. 8 km (3-4 hrs.)

After breakfast, we leave the lodge walking out through the Rhododendron forest. Trek time 5-6 hours. The Annapurna South (7273m) and the Hiunchuli gradually unfold on this pleasant walk uphill through fields and pastures and later through rhododendrons and oak woods. Ghorepani was originally a horse watering post, which has evolved into an important crossroads for tourists and the numerous mule caravans on the Jomoson-Pokhara trip.

Accommodation: Sunny Lodge or similar with the Attached Bathroom

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & dinner included

This morning, we hike to Pooh Hill (10,500ft) to watch the sunrise across the spectacular Himalayan panorama. This is a spiritual place that provides magnificent scenery, particularly when the rising sun casts a golden light on the nearby snow-covered peaks like Dhaulagiri, Annapurna South, Fishtail, and Singa Chuli, to name a few. Grab a masala tea or Hot Coffee from the coffee shack and enjoy the sublime views with your fellow trekkers. The views are literally breathtaking, stretching from Dhaulagiri to Manaslu in the east with the Annapurna range in between. After enjoying the views, we return downhill to the lodge for a hearty breakfast. After breakfast, we leave Ghorepani & continue a full day of trekking towards the small village of Hille. From Hille, we drive back to Pokhara by private jeep.

Accommodation: Hotel Pokhara Grande Or Shangri-La Village Resort

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included

Transfer to Pokhara airport for your flight to Kathmandu (about 30min flight). On arrival, our driver and tour guide will be waiting for you in Kathmandu and take you on a city tour. Discover Kathmandu on a city tour that includes 2 UNESCO World Heritage Sites the Boudhanath one of the biggest Stupas in the World and Pashupatinath Temple is located on both banks of the Bagmati River on the eastern outskirts of Kathmandu. Which is one of the most sacred and biggest Hindu temples in the World.

Later, we drive to Bhaktapur City. Which is located 15km east of Kathmandu, it is the third medieval city of Kathmandu. Explore the well-preserved ancient Newari city and fascinating World Heritage Site. Experience the modern-day and primeval historic past events, people, and governments of Bhaktapur and visit the Lion Gate, Golden Gate, Nyatapola Temple, the Temple of Bhairavnath, and statues of the kings in stone monoliths. The Durbar Square of Bhaktapur was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Afterward, gather for a farewell dinner at the Local Restaurant.

Accommodation: Hotel Heritage in Bhaktapur Or Similar

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included

After breakfast, our representative and office vehicle will be on standby at our hotel to transfer us to the airport for your connecting flight home. We at Mountain Sherpa Trekking and Expeditions will cherish the bonds of our relationship created over the time you spent with us, and we thank you for choosing us as your travel partner and for visiting this fantastic country Nepal.

We are sure that trekking in this beautiful Annapurna region of Nepal will give you lifetime memories of a vacation well enjoyed. Ciao friends! Till we meet again.

Please Note: Although we try to follow the itinerary given above, at times local trial or weather conditions may necessitate slight changes if necessary. The trekking itinerary may also vary slightly depending on our trekkers' acclimatization rates. This adventure goes into wild territory above the timberline, so we seek to request maximum flexibility if and when required for the safety of your trip and your life. Thank you so much for your understanding.