Annapurna Panorama Trek -7 Days

Beautiful views of the city, the Himalayas, and the terraced farms below will greet you as you soar over Kathmandu as you land. After clearing customs, a representative will be there to welcome you, help you get settled into your hotel, and help you navigate the initial cultural shock of Kathmandu’s twisting, crowded streets.

After you’ve settled in, go exploring in the city. Your trip should begin at Durbar Square, where you may meander through confined passageways filled with quaint stores, historic temples, and neighborhood eateries. Swayambhunath, the white stupa standing above the valley, is the ideal location to watch the sun set over the valley if you want to get some exercise.

With a variety of restaurants offering both Western and regional Nepali cuisine, Thamel, the city’s tourist centre, is a fantastic place to eat dinner in the evening.

You will be taken to the domestic airport for your trip to Pokhara after a leisurely breakfast. Before arriving in Pokhara, passengers take a breath-taking 30-minute flight up the Himalayan Range, passing four of the world’s fourteen tallest mountains—Dhaulagiri, Annapurna I, Manaslu, and Shishapangma.

After landing, you’ll be met and taken (usually for one to two hours) through beautiful countryside to the village of Astam, where you’ll step into an entirely different world than Kathmandu. You may enjoy the breathtaking vistas of Machapuchare and the Annapurna Range while traveling.

You’ll awaken this morning to a breathtaking vista of the Annapurna range (weather permitted) and a filling breakfast to get you ready for the day ahead. The picturesque Gurung village of Dhampus is reached by taking the trail and traveling along the ridgeline.

The Gorkha regiments of the Nepali, Indian, and British forces were made up of the Gurung people, a prominent ethnic group in Nepal. You will spend tonight in the Basanta Lodge, which is one of the well-known Ker & Downey lodges and is named after the season of spring. The garden offers stunning vistas, and you may unwind with happy hour cocktails while taking it all in.

Trekking time: 3-4 hours

After breakfast, you will go through an orchid and rhododendron forest that is home to a variety of bird species to the village of Pothana and then on to Deurali. You may get fantastic views of the Himalaya, especially Mt. Dhaulagiri, the highest mountain in this area, from the ridge’s summit at Deurali.

After some well-earned relaxation and time to take in the scenery, you’ll descend through the forest to Tolka, a charming Gurung village with a vibrant culture. The trail then descends through forest and settlements to Landruk once you reach BeriKharka. You’ll spend the night in a neighborhood teahouse in Landruk, a sizable Gurung settlement located above the Modi River. On the way, lunch will be provided.

Trekking time: 4-6 hours

With breakfast in Landruk, savor the last of your higher elevation vistas. The trail then begins with a sharp fall for approximately an hour towards the ModiKhola (river), followed by a steep ascent for two to three hours via dispersed settlements to Ghandruk, with stunning Himalaya vistas along the way.

You’ll eventually arrive in Ghandruk, one of the biggest Gurung communities in western Nepal. You’ll have time to take in the scenery and snow-capped mountains including Gangapura, Machhapuchhre (Fishtail), and Mount Annapurna after you arrive.

Visit the Annapurna Mountain Conservation Area Project (ACAP) headquarters if time permits. The ACAP is the country of Nepal’s first and biggest protected area. The region has approximately 1,000 species of blooming plants, animals, amphibians, and birds, making it rich in biodiversity. Learn how to manage tourism (and its impact on the environment) and engage in activities that help the neighborhood.

Trekking time: 4-5 hours (2.5 miles / 4 km)

After breakfast in Ghandruk, you’ll make an easy trek downhill to Kimche where a jeep will be waiting to transfer you to your hotel in Pokhara.

Trekking time: 1 hour (3.9 km)

It’s time to say farewell to Nepal. Enjoy your last moments in Kathmandu with breakfast in a café, a city stroll, and/or souvenir shopping. A representative will meet you at your hotel and drive you to the airport for your return flight home. It’s good to be at the airport at least 2 hours prior to departure.