Poon Hill Luxury Trek
Overview
The perfect introduction to Himalayan trekking, the Poon Hill trek offers breathtaking sunrise views over the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges without extreme altitude or difficulty. This luxury version uses the finest lodges on the route, passes through charming Gurung and Magar villages, and includes time in Pokhara for the ideal short luxury adventure in Nepal.
Route
Kathmandu → Pokhara → Nayapul → Tikhedhunga → Ghorepani → Poon Hill → Tadapani → Ghandruk → Nayapul → Pokhara → Kathmandu
Highlights
- Spectacular sunrise from Poon Hill with views of Dhaulagiri, Annapurna South, and Machapuchare
- Trek through beautiful Gurung villages with traditional stone houses
- Walk through rhododendron forests (spectacular blooms in March-April)
- Suitable for all fitness levels — Nepal's most accessible Himalayan trek
- Stay in comfortable lodges with hot showers and mountain-view dining
- Combine with Pokhara lakeside relaxation
Quick Facts
- Duration
- 7 Days / 6 Nights
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Group Size
- 2-8 guests
- Max Altitude
- 3,210m
- Best Months
- March-May, October-December
- Starting From
- $1,350 pp
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Fly to Pokhara, Drive to Nayapul, Trek to Tikhedhunga
Morning flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara. Private vehicle to Nayapul trailhead (1.5 hours). Begin trekking through terraced rice paddies and villages along the Modi Khola. Climb stone steps to the small village of Tikhedhunga.
Trek to Ghorepani
Climb the famous 3,300 stone steps to Ulleri, a large Magar village. Continue through beautiful oak and rhododendron forest (alive with color in spring) to Nangethanti. Final ascent to Ghorepani, a charming ridge-top village with stunning sunset views of Dhaulagiri (8,167m) and the Annapurna range.
Poon Hill Sunrise, Trek to Tadapani
Wake at 4:30am for the 45-minute climb to Poon Hill (3,210m). Watch a spectacular sunrise as golden light sweeps across Dhaulagiri (8,167m), Annapurna I (8,091m), Annapurna South (7,219m), Machapuchare (6,993m), Manaslu (8,163m), and the entire Himalayan panorama. Return for breakfast, then trek through dense rhododendron forest to Tadapani.
Trek to Ghandruk, Drive to Pokhara
Descend through forest to the beautiful Gurung village of Ghandruk, with its slate-roofed houses and spectacular Annapurna South and Machapuchare views. Visit the Gurung Museum. Continue descending to Kimche or Nayapul and drive to Pokhara.
Pokhara Leisure Day
Full day to relax in Pokhara. Optional sunrise trip to Sarangkot, boat ride on Phewa Lake, visit the Peace Pagoda, International Mountain Museum, or enjoy a spa treatment. Lakeside farewell dinner.
Fly to Kathmandu
Morning flight to Kathmandu. Transfer to hotel. Afternoon free for shopping or sightseeing at Boudhanath or Thamel.
Departure
Private airport transfer for your onward journey.
What's Included
- All accommodation in best available lodges and luxury hotels in Pokhara and Kathmandu
- All meals during the trek (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- Private licensed English-speaking trekking guide
- Porter service (1 porter per 2 trekkers)
- Kathmandu–Pokhara–Kathmandu domestic flights
- Nayapul transfers by private vehicle
- Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP) and TIMS card
- Airport transfers in private vehicle
Not Included
- International airfare to/from Kathmandu
- Nepal visa fee
- Travel insurance
- Alcoholic and cold beverages
- Personal trekking gear
- Tips for guide, porters, and hotel staff
Find Your Flights
Main international gateway to Nepal. Most flights connect via Doha, Istanbul, or Delhi. Direct flights available from select Asian cities.
Typical airlines: Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, Himalaya Airlines, Nepal Airlines, Air India, FlyDubai
International flights are not included in CuratedAscents packages.
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