2 days

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Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive in Kathmandu (1,400 m)

Pass By: Tribhuvan International Airport
Our airport representative will be receiving you at Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu and s/he will be displaying a Peregrine Treks' signboard outside the airport terminal. You will be then transferred to your respective hotel in our private tourist vehicle

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight at Samsara Resort or similar, a 3-star hotel based in Thamel Kathmandu

Day 2: Drive to Pokhara (900 m) in a Tourist Bus - 7 hours

Pass By: Thamel, Kathmandu, Kathmandu Valley, Bagmati Zone, Central Region
You need to be ready at 6:30 to catch a bus to Pokhara.

Pass By: Kuti Resort & Spa
Our trekking staff will pick you up at the hotel at 6:30 am and escort you to the tourist bus station. The bus to Pokhara leaves at around 7:30 am. A beautiful valley set on the banks of the Phewa Lake, Pokhara is also known for its panoramic views of Annapurna and Machapuchare (shape of fishtail) in the north, Dhaulagiri in the west and Lamjung Himal and Manaslu in the east. It is smaller and much less hectic than Kathmandu, hence providing the perfect starting point for our trek. You can take a flight to Pokhara to escape 8-hours drive on a bumpy road. For a flight you need to pay an additional USD 120. Please contact us at the time of booking for the flight ticket.

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at Kuti Resort or similar, a 4-star hotel in Pokhara

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Included

1x Breakfast
Accommodation included: 2 nights
Airport pick up and transfer by private vehicle as per the itinerary.
Tourist Standard Hotel Accommodation in Kathmandu (Hotel Royal Suite or similar) and Pokhara (Hotel Magnolia or similar)
Tourist Bus from Kathmandu to Pokhara and Pokhara to Kathmandu Surface transportation to and from trekking start and end point by tourist bus (Upgrade to flights/private car available on extra cost)
Accommodation during the trek at guest houses/lodges on twin sharing, Meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) with tea and coffee during the trek.
Highly experienced government licensed guide during the trek with his transportation, food, accommodation, salary, equipment and insurance. If group size is less or equal to 2, we will provide one guide cum porter. He will carry up to 20 Kg of trekking stuff
Car/Taxi from Pokhara Tourist Bus Part to hotel
Car/Taxi from Pokhara to Nayapul and Phedi to Pokhara
Trekkers' Information Management System (TIMS)
Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) Permit
Duffel bag and Map
Company Service charges and all applicable government taxes
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Coffee and/or Tea

Not included

Any meals in Kathmandu and Pokhara except breakfast
International flight ticket, visa fee, travel insurance, trekking equipment, and personal expenses
Any kind of alcoholic drinks, hot water, hot shower, cold drinks, laundry, phone call, and internet.
Tips and gratuities (Tipping are expected but not mandatory)
All other costs which is not included in the cost inclusion part

Additional

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Detailed Itinerary
Day 01 - Arrive in Kathmandu (1,400 m)
Our airport representative will be receiving you at Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu and s/he will be displaying a Peregrine Treks' signboard outside the airport terminal. You will be then transferred to your respective hotel in our private tourist vehicle.
Day 02 - Drive to Pokhara (900 m) in a Tourist Bus - 7 hours
Our trekking staff will pick you up at the hotel at 6:30 am and escort you to the tourist bus station. The bus to Pokhara leaves at around 7:30 am. A beautiful valley set on the banks of the Phewa Lake, Pokhara is also known for its panoramic views of Annapurna and Machapuchare (shape of fish tail) in the north, Dhaulagiri in the west and Lamjung Himal and Manaslu in the east. It is smaller and much less hectic than Kathmandu, hence providing the perfect starting point for our trek.
Day 03 - Drive to Nayapul (1,010 m) and Trek to Tikhedunga (1,570 m) - 4 hours
We begin our trek at Nayapul after a hour drive on a private vehicle from Pokhara. After a short 15-minute walk along the banks of the Modi Khola, we reach Birethanti (1,015 m), a large village with many shops and teahouses. From there, the trail continues through the village and follows the north bank of the Bhurungdi Khola. The trail climbs steadily up the side of the valley to Hille at 1,495 m. After a short climb, we reach Tikhedhunga at 1,570 m. Today’s walk is relatively short and easy, a prelude to the trekking experience in the Annapurna region.
Day 04 - Trek to Ghorepani (2,840 m) - 5 hours
We move on towards the steep climb to Ulleri, a large Magar village at an altitude of 2,070 m. The trail ascends more gently from this point, through fine forests of oak and rhododendrons, towards Banthanti at 2,250 m. Then we trek towards Nangethanti at 2,460 m. After an hour walk we arrive at Ghorepani (2,840 m)
Day 05 - Hike up to Poon Hill (3,210 m) and Trek to Tadapani (2,610 m) - 7 hours
Today, very early in the morning, we start an hour hiking to Poon Hill at an elevation of 3,210 m, a brilliant mountain range spectacle; this vantage point provides an unobstructed view of the sunrise over the high Himalayas. There we spend about 1 hour and returning to Ghorepani, we take a hot breakfast. Then we make a climb along ridges, and through pine and rhododendron forests, towards Deurali (2,960 m). After that, we descend to the Banthanti, then turn off to Tadapani.
Day 06 - Trek to Chomrong (2,140 m) - 5 hours
The day starts with a steep downhill through rhododendron forests. Leaving Tadapani, we descend through the forests and then the trail eases as we reach Gurjung which is the village of Gurung people. From here it is an easy walk to Chomrong at an elevation of 2,140 m.
Day 07 - Trek to Himalaya Hotel (2,950 m) - 6 hours
Today the trail drops down to the Chomrong Khola and again we continue climbing to Khuldighar at 2,380 m where there used to be an ACAP (Annapurna Conservation Area) check post. There is a clearing in the forest a little further on, from which, the route travels very steeply down a rock bank, then levels out, running through thickets of bamboo at the bottom of the gorge, keeping always on the west side of the river. We walk through bamboo and rhododendron forests to the Himalayan Hotel.
Day 08 - Trek to Annapurna Base Camp (4,130 m) - 7 hours
Today the trail climbs on past the Hinko Cave, Deurali and then Machapuchare Base Camp, which isn’t really a base camp since climbing Mt Machapuchare is not permitted. Since it is totally surrounded by mountains, this area is known as the Annapurna Sanctuary. Two hours trek from Machapuchare Base Camp takes us to the Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) at elevation of 4,130 m. There, we will view unobstructed views of mountain scenery, which is very spectacular.
Day 09 - Trek to Bamboo (2345 m) - 6 hours
We follow the same trail down today. The trail drops by 1,700 m to the bank of Modi Khola to Bamboo at 2,345 m where there are a few teahouse/lodges available to stay at.
Day 10 - Trek to Jhinu (1,780 m) - 5 hours
We follow the same trail until Chomrong. Once we have passed Khuldighar, there is an experimental sheep farm. The trail continues through rhododendron and bamboo fields. From Chomrong, the trail descends very steeply to the Jhinu, where we can bath in natural hot springs.
Day 11 - Trek to Nayapul (1,010 m), Drive to Pokhara - 5.5 hours and Guided Tour of Barahi Temple and Fewa Lake
From Jhinu we walk at the right side of Modi Khola for 4.5 hrs to Birethanti which can be considered one of the best and the most relaxing walks of the entire trek. We reach Nayapul. Then an hour drive will take us back to Pokhara.
After we check into the hotel, we will then walk to the Fewa Lake for our boating trip to Barahi Temple.
We will be driving back to Kathmandu in the morning.
If you are interested in extending the trip, there are many options such as Chitwan jungle safari, river rafting adventure, Kathmandu shopping tour, mountain biking and other activities.
Day 13 - Transfer to the International Airport for Your Final Departure
The trip concludes today. Our airport representative will drop you at the international airport in Kathmandu for your flight departure from Nepal.
Trip Information
As with other treks in Nepal, the best time to do this trek is in the spring (Mar-May) & fall (Sep - Nov). It can be done in the summer, monsoon months as well, but be sure to prepare for the rain. You can also do this trek in winter, but best to inquire with one of our local experts if all the necessary tea-houses will be open at this time. Avalanches can also be a risk during the winter months, so it's important to trek with a knowledgeable guide who is familiar with the conditions.
You'll find well-equipped teahouses available along the entire trek, and all your meals, snacks and water can be purchased from local shops. Some teahouses will offer hot showers along with battery charging and wi-fi, but reliability varies depending on the village and the season.
This Annapurna Base Camp Trekking trail is equally filled with the natural experiences. From the third day, you can experience the real Nepalese Experience that might be beyond your imagination. Rhododendron Forest, land field terrace, immense view of Mount Fishtail, Mount Annapurna Range, Mount Dhaulagiri and many small peaks, spectacular view of the sunrise from Poon Hill is the major natural beauties of this trekking. Those things make your holiday lifetime memorable.
During this trek, you can experience the Hot Spring too in the Jhinu Danda. Spiritually you can clean yourself by bathing at that hot spring and Local people believes that this hot water has a healing quality which relieves away your skin problem, aches, and pains.
Like most of the trekking in the Annapurna Region, this Annapurna Base Camp Trek starts and ends in the beautiful city Pokhara, where you can reach by 8 hours drive or half an hour flight from Kathmandu. Pokhara lies 200 KM far from Kathmandu in the western part of Nepal. You can get a tourist bus in the early morning and local buses depart from Kathmandu in every one-hour.
Normally, Annapurna Base Camp Trek is two weeks trek from Kathmandu. As per your time schedule, we will customize this trek. If you have limited time, you can go directly Annapurna Base Camp from Nayapul via Nayapul – Jhinu – Chomring – MBC. If you are flexible in time, Nayapul – Ghorepani – Tadapani to Annapurna Base Camp is the perfect because of the altitude and Poon Hill – Asia’s best viewpoint to observe the Himalaya. Peregrine Treks’ shortest itinerary for this trek is 7 days by taking flight from Kathmandu – Pokhara – Kathmandu.
Annapurna Base Camp Trek is the moderate trek in terms of difficulty level. You do not need an advance physical fitness level and previous hiking experience for this trek. This trek is suitable for children and senior citizens too so every people can take pleasure by this trek. The highest elevation of this trek is just 4130 meters and trekking trail is relatively good. If you have a special weakness, please let us know we will make a special trekking itinerary for you.
The packing list depends on the trekking season. So, please let us know during the booking time, we will send the packing list to you. For this Annapurna Base Camp trek, no technical trekking equipment is required, three-season plus the sleeping bag is okay for you.
ABC Trek cost highly depends on the group size, required service, and tour plan (standard or deluxe). We have set up USD 1050 for a single trekker. If you are more than two in one group, the price will be relatively low. The cost will increase by taking flight from and to Pokhara but this saves your time. We are ready to customize this Annapurna Base Camp Trekking package as per your time and budget. International tour leaders and a representative from the international travel company are highly encouraged to get the complimentary service.
Trekkers can extend this trek by spending more days in the trekking area to observe the local culture. Also, by adding sightseeing activities in Kathmandu and Pokhara, trekkers can make this tour much more memorable. Jungle Safari activities in Chitwan, Rafting in Trishuli and Bhotekoshi River, Zip flyer in Pokhara, Bungee Jumping, Everest Mountain flight etc are the other major activities, which you can do during your Nepal tour. Please do not hesitate to ask anything, we are ready to solve your query.
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate