24/09/2015
Annapurna Sunrise Trek [6Nights/7Days]
The Annapurna Sunrise Trek is also call P**n Hill trek is a relatively easy walk meandering through villages and rhododendron forests. It‘s Considered as the best viewpoint in the region is a place to show you a panoramas of inspiring mountain vistas at low altitude (3210m/10528ft). The range of Himalayas exclusively are arranged to let you enjoy the magnificence sunrise at p**n hill trek where your entire journey feels being worthy after having a glance full of ecstasy.
DAY 01: Arrival in Pokhara
Upon our arrival in Pokhara, a representative from our office will pick us up from the Pokhara Tourist Bus Park and take us to Lodge, Lake side Pokhara. In the afternoon, we may take a rest or visit Needs Travels and Tours office. In the evening, there will be a welcome dinner hosted by us at Chilli Bar. For dinner, you will be served excellent authentic Nepalese cuisine which will introduce you to the Nepalese food culture. Overnight in Pokhara.
Included meals:D
DAY 02 : Overnight In Pokhara
We take an early morning drive to Naya Pul (1 hour and 20 minutes) and start the trek. From Birethanti, we trek to Ghandruk, a beautiful village mostly inhabited by the Gurung community. If time permits, we also visit the Gurung museum today. Overnight in Ghandruk.
Included meals:BLD
Day 03: Ulleri to Ghorepani [2750 m/ 9020 ft]: 4 - 5 hrs trek
We make our ascent to the Ghorepani village. The name Ghorepani in Nepali means horse-water owing to its role as an important campsite for traders before it became a trekker's stop. Ghorepani is an interesting place with small shops and stalls for selling local products and craft. The town has two parts: one in a saddle and the other a few hundred feet lower. We stop at the higher part of the Ghorepani village that offers panoramic views of the surrounding mountains including Annapurna South and Nilgiri mountains. Since Ghorepani lies quite higher than our previous stop, we begin to feel the chilly weather especially in the evenings. Overnight at Ghorepani.
Included meals:BLD
Day 04: Ghorepani - P**n Hill - Tadapani [2700m/8,860 ft]: 6 - 7 hrs
Today will be a special day because we conquer P**n Hill- an icon of Annapurna region. To catch the magnificent splendor of sunrise over the Himalayas, we make an early morning climb along the steep trail to the viewpoint of P**n Hill (3200mtrs). P**n Hill (3,210m/10,529ft) is a great viewpoint from where we will be able to enjoy wonderful panoramic views of the Mustang part and Pokhara valleys including the closest views of more than 20 highest mountains including the close-up views of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges. The snowy peaks of the high mountains loom above and around us glowing in the morning light. After taking photos and having some coffee or tea or hot chocolate, we return back to Gorepani. Upon breakfast, we head east and climb a nearby ridge. We descend through rhododendron forest, pass by spectacular waterfalls along the way and reach Tadapani for overnight.
Included meals:BLD
Day 05: Tadapani to Ghandruk [1940m/6360 ft]: 3 - 4 hrs
From Tadapani, we make a steep descent through the dense and dark forest. This part of the trek will be through a thick forest of old rhododendron trees. When the rhododendron trees are in bloom, these forests actually turn into gardens of dazzlingly beautiful flowers, mostly red, when seen from the air or from far. By afternoon, depending upon the season of travel, we will be pleasantly surprised by the sight of some cherry blossoms in bloom on the slopes on the other side of the ravine. After trekking some more minutes, we enter the village of Ghandruk, a slope settlement with stone houses mostly inhabited by the Gurung people. Along with enjoying the stunningly close-up towering views of Fishtail, Annaurna South, and Hiuchuli mountains, we also acquaint ourselves with the simple but rich cultural traditions of the Gurung people at the Gurung Museum in Ghandruk.
Included meals:BLD
Day 06: Ghandruk to Pokhara: 4 hrs trek and 1hr drive
Today, we trek from Ghandruk to Naya Pul then drive back to Pokhara. The trek will be downhill all the way to Birethanti. We step onto a staircase paved with stone slabs, curving in and out of the village and then terraced farms. It keeps on going down almost without breaks from Ghandruk until Modi Khola river valley. By the time, we arrive at Birethanti, some of us would feel like having made a downhill marathon. But our marathon is not over yet. From Birethanti, a half-an-hour's walk takes us into Naya Pul. The journey on foot comes to an end at Nayapul. Then, we drive from Nayapul to Pokhara.
Included meals:BL
Day 07: Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu: 30 min flight
We choose an afternoon drive back to Kathmandu. Till some hours before drive, we may take an optional sightseeing tour within Pokhara or enjoy adventure activities such as boat riding, paragliding, etc. While returning to Kathmandu from Pokhara,
Important Note:
Your safety is of paramount concern while traveling with Nep Trip & & Expedition Pvt. Ltd. Please note that your leader has the authority to amend or cancel any part of the itinerary if it is deemed necessary due to safety concerns. Every effort will be made to keep to the above itinerary; however, since this adventure entails travelling in remote mountainous regions, we cannot guarantee that we will not deviate from it. Weather conditions, health condition of a group member, unexpected natural disasters, etc., can all contribute to changes in the itinerary. The leader will try to ensure that the trip runs according to plan, but please be prepared to be flexible if required.
What Is Included
• Resort and teahouses during the trek
• Dinner in Pokhara
• Breakfast in Pokhara. All meals during the trek
• Welcome and farewell dinners
• All necessary paper work and permits
• A comprehensive medical kit
• All government and local taxes
What Is Not Included
• Excess baggage charges
• Extra night accommodation in Pokhara in case of early arrival, late departure, and early return from the mountain(due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary
• Travel and rescue insurance
• Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or boiled water, shower etc)
• Tips for guides