Annapurna Base Camp with Kathmandu & Pokhara Sightseeing
About This Program
Head towards the Annapurna Base Camp from Pokhara passing through several hilltop villages along the way. The beauty of the locations and the thrill of travelling through forests and above gorges make this a perfect adventure.
Annapurna Base Camp is considered the home of the gods by the locals and upon reaching there it does feel that the place has something divine. You will trek on the foot of the majestic Annapurna massif, walking past mountains over 21,000 feet in altitude. We will take you through such a route that you will visit all the beautiful villages on the way there and back.
Highlights
- The walk between Machhapuchhare Base Camp and Annapurna Base Camp.
- A leisurely trip to hot springs in Jhinu Danda works like magic on your exhausted legs.
- Stunning view of the South Face and Glacier of Annapurna.
- Have a taste of home cooked Annapurna apple pie.
What to Expect
Day 01- Arrival. Overnight at hotel.
We will receive you at the airport in Kathmandu (4,600 feet) and take you to your hotel.
Day 02- Sightseeing around Kathmandu Valley. Pre-trip meeting. Overnight at hotel.
We will take you around Kathmandu to different heritage sites and happening places to make you see why this ancient city is so popular among tourists. Kathmandu is rich in culture and the ancient parts of the city have not changed for hundreds of years. A pre-trip meeting will be held in the evening to run you through the itinerary.
Day 03- Drive to Pokhara (around 3,000 feet in the city) by tourist bus. Overnight at hotel.
A tourist bus will take you to Pokhara, the famous tourist town on the bank of the Phewa Lake. We reach Pokhara in seven hours and have to pass green hills after hills to get there. Everyone going to or returning from Annapurna stays at Pokhara, so you will meet plenty of travellers like yourself here. The lakeside area offers an amazing nightlife to relax you ahead of your trekking trip.
Day 04- Drive to Nayapool(3,477 feet). Trek to Tikhedhunga (5,060 feet). Overnight at guesthouse.
We will begin the day with a short drive to Nayapool village where the trekking circuit around Mount Annapurna begins. We will walk six miles alongside forests and streams from here to Tikhedhunga to begin our own expedition.
For the full itinerary, send us a message! We are happy to give you the full schedule.
Included/Not Included
-Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu.
-Alcohol, hot or cold drinks, bottled water, and other snacks.
-Phone calls, internet, laundry, additional porters, and other personal expenses.
Housing & Meals
In Kathmandu and Pokhara, you will stay in a three-star hotel while you will be staying at basic guesthouses during your trek. You will be served local food at all places we dine but you can order anything you like on the menu and the cost is included in the package. You will have a range of options so there won’t be a problem if you are a vegetarian or vegan. We make sure you get healthy and hygienic food throughout your travel.
