Annapurna Base Camp Trek Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Nepal and transfer to the hotel (1,300m) (Overnight at Hotel).
Day 2: Kathmandu to Pokhara by tourist 6-7 hrs. (Overnight at Hotel).
Day 3: Pokhara to Dhampus drive by jeep 1 hrs. and trek to Landuruk 5-6 hrs.
Day 4: Landuruk to Chhomrong trek 6-7 hrs.
Day 5: Chhomrong to Dovan trek 7-8 hrs.
Day 6: Dovan to Machhapuchhre Base camp (3,700m.) trek 6-7 hrs.
Day 7: Machhapuchhre Base Camp to Annapurna Base Camp (4,130m.) Trek 3 hrs.
Day 8: Annapurna Base Camp to Doban Trek 6-7 hrs.
Day 9: Doban to Chhomrong Trek 6-7 hrs.
Day 10: Chhomrong to Ghandruk (1,940m.) Trek 5-6 hrs.
Day 11: Ghandruk to Pokhara drive by jeep 2-3 hrs. (overnight in Hotel).
Day 12: Sightseeing in Pokhara and in the afternoon fly to Kathmandu (Overnight at Hotel).
Day 13: Sightseeing in Kathmandu (Overnight at Hotel).
Day 14: Final Departure.
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Day 01 Arrival in Nepal and transfer to the hotel
You will be greeted by one of our team members at the Tribhuvan International Airport. He/she will take you to your hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to rest, and later in the evening, you will meet with our team here in Kathmandu. Today, you will also prepare for the coming trip and if needed also do shopping. You will have a delicious welcome dinner along with Nepali cultural dance. Overnight in the hotel.
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Day 02 Kathmandu to Pokhara by tourist, 6 hrs.
Today after having breakfast, you will drive towards Pokhara. Pokhara is another most popular tourist destination of Nepal and home of several adventures sports activities. The drive will be long and present you scenic views of green hills, river, and small settlements. Upon reaching Pokhara, you will move to your hotel. Later in the evening, you will explore the Lakeside and do boating on tranquil Fewa Lake. You will stay overnight in the hotel.
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Day 03 Pokhara to Dhampus drive by jeep and trek to Landuruk, 5-6 hrs.
fter having a light breakfast in Pokhara, you will leave for Dhampus. The drive will be scenic and also include dirt road along the way. You will get to see hills, forest, and small settlements on the way. Upon reaching Dhampus, you will take a short break and 2 hrs trek to Pitam Deurali here you will have lunch. After having lunch, you will begin trekking towards Landruk. You will begin trekking through a forested trail and steeply descend down to a river. From here, you will continue an easy trail and reach Landuruk where you will stop for the night. Overnight in the lodge.
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Day 04 Landuruk to Chhomrong trek, 6-7 hrs.
You will begin your trek by descending gradually to reach New bridge, after crossing suspension bridge ascending and reach Jhinu Danda. We will have lunch break at Jhinu danda. From here, the trail ascends steeply for around an hour and reach Chhomrong where you are going to stay for the night. The trail will present pleasant views of the landscape. Upon reaching Chhomrong, you will get to see superb views of Mt. Machhapuchhre (6,993 m) and Annapurna South (7,219 m). Overnight in a lodge.
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Day 05 Chhomrong to Dovan trek, 7-8 hrs.
Today, you will begin your day with a gentle descend on a stone staircase to Chhomrong Khola and cross a suspension bridge. Further, you will ascend through a beautiful forest and reach Sinuwa village located at 2,324 meters. From here, you will go through a dense bamboo forest to reach Kuldhighar (2,498 m) and descend towards Bamboo (2,340 m). The trail from here onwards pass by a forest and lead you to Dovan. Overnight in the lodge.
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Day 06 Dovan to Machhapuchhre Base camp trek, 6-7 hrs.
You will trek for around two and a half hours along the bank of Modi Khola Valley through a lush forest. Further, you will ascend towards Hinku Cave (3,139 m) and continue trekking to reach Deurali. You will take a small break at Deurali to have lunch and again begin ascending to reach the Machhapuchhre Base Camp. From the base camp, you will get to see enchanting views of Mt. Annapurna (8,091 m), Mt. Machhapuchhre (6,997m), and its surrounding landscape. You will stay overnight at the Machhapuchhre Base Camp.
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Day 07 Machhapuchhre Base Camp to Annapurna Base Camp Trek, 3hrs.
Today is going to be the most exciting day as you will reach Annapurna Base Camp (ABC). You will wake up early in the morning, begin ascending towards the ABC after having breakfast. Upon reaching the Annapurna Base Camp, you will get to see panoramic views of snow-capped mountains like Annapurna South (7,219 m), Mt. Hiunchuli (6,441 m), Mt. Machhapuchhre (6,993 m), Mt. Gangapurna (7,455 m), and many other mountains. You will explore the base camp and soak the beauty of this region for rest of the day. You will spend the night at base camp.
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Day 08 Annapurna Base Camp to Doban Trek 6-7 hrs.
After having breakfast, you will trek back on the same trail. You will descend and reach Machhapuchhre Base Camp. From here, you will continue descending along with the amazing views of Mt. Annapurna (8,091 m) and reach Deurali. After having lunch at Deurali, you will trek and reach Hinku Cave and descend. Further, the trail will go through the lush forest following the Modi Khola and take you to Dovan. Overnight in the lodge.
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Day 09 Doban to Chhomrong Trek, 6-7hrs.
You will begin trekking through a forest and ascend towards Bamboo (2,340 m). The trail from here onwards take you to Kuldhighar, and you will further ascend through a dense bamboo forest to reach Sinuwa village located at 2,324 meters. You will then descend through a lovely forest and cross a suspension bridge over Chhomrong Khola. From here, you will ascend on a stone staircase and reach Chhomrong. Overnight in the lodge.
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Day 10 Chhomrong to Ghandruk, 5-6 hrs.
You will begin trekking along with the stunning views of Mt. Machhapuchhre (6,993 m) and Annapurna South (7,219 m). You will descend on a steep trail and further, trek to reach Ghandruk village. Ghandruk is a lovely Gurung village where you will get to experience the lifestyle, culture, and tradition of people residing here. You will stay overnight in a lodge.
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Day 11 Ghandruk to Pokhara drive by jeep, 2-3 hrs.
After having breakfast, you will begin driving towards Pokhara. The drive will present beautiful views of small settlements, green hills, mountains, and stream. Upon reaching Pokhara, you will move to your hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to relax and explore the nearby area on your own. Overnight in the hotel.
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Day 12 Sightseeing in Pokhara and in the afternoon fly to Kathmandu
You will wake up early in the morning and go on the guided tour. You will visit the famous Davis Falls and then to Mahendra Cave located nearby the waterfall. After that, you will visit World Peace Pagoda from where you will get to witness entire views of Pokhara Valley and Mt. Machhapuchhre (6,993 m). Later in the afternoon, as per your flight time, you will be escorted to the airport for your flight back to Kathmandu. Overnight in the hotel.
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Day 13 Sightseeing in Kathmandu
After having breakfast, you will go on a guided sightseeing tour of UNESCO World Heritage Sites. You will visit Pashupatinath temple, one of the most sacred temples of Hindus dedicated to Lord Shiva. From here, you will visit Boudhanath Stupa, the largest stupa of Nepal. Further, you will visit Swayambhunath, the Monkey Temple and explore the Kathmandu Durbar Square. In the evening, you will stroll on the bustling streets of Thamel and do shopping. You will end your day with a delicious farewell dinner. Overnight in the hotel.
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Day 14 Final Departure:
Transfer to International Airport and fly to your next destination.
