A rounded introduction to the Annapurna foothills — terraced villages, Gurung hospitality and sunrise from Poon Hill, paced for genuine comfort.
The route
The famous Poon Hill route, paced gently with comfortable lodges.
The itinerary
- 1Day 1
Pokhara arrival
Lakeside check-in; sunset boat on Phewa Lake.
- 2Day 2
Drive to Nayapul
Begin trek to Tikhedhunga through terraced farmland.
- 3Day 3
Ghorepani
Climb the famous stone staircase to the rhododendron ridge.
- 4Day 4
Poon Hill sunrise
Dawn panorama of Dhaulagiri and Annapurna; trek to Tadapani.
- 5Day 5
Ghandruk
Descend to the largest Gurung village; museum and culture.
- 6Day 6
Return to Pokhara
Trek out and transfer to lakeside comfort.
- 7Day 7
Pokhara at leisure
Optional paragliding over the lake.
- 8Day 8
Sarangkot
Sunrise viewpoint; caves and waterfalls.
- 9Day 9
Drive to Kathmandu
Scenic road or short flight.
- 10Day 10
Valley highlights
Boudhanath and Patan at your pace.
- 11Day 11
Departure
Private transfer to the airport.
Pictures
Small-group departures
Prefer your own dates? Every journey is private and runs when you like.
“The foothills are gentle, but the hospitality is the real summit.”


