Route Plan
Visual Journey
Tour Overview
Embark on the breathtaking Annapurna Base Camp Trek with Vintage India Journeys. This unforgettable adventure takes you through lush forests, charming villages, and panoramic Himalayan vistas. Experience the rich culture of Nepal, cross suspension bridges, and witness the majestic Annapurna range up close. Ideal for nature lovers and thrill-seekers, this guided trek blends natural beauty with authentic experiences, promising memories that last a lifetime. Adventure begins here!
Tour Itinerary
Arrive at Kathmandu Airport, Transfer to Hotel, On arrival at hotel, take rest and adjust to the city's 1,350-meter altitude. Arrival time may give you a reason to explore close by attractions, including Thamel, the bustling district with its shops, restaurants and lively atmosphere. The whole thing kicks off today with the goal of giving you a good amount of rest and a good helping of preparedness for the coming adventures.
Overnight stay at Hotel.
After early breakfast at Hotel, Drive to Pokhara on a scenic drive. It normally takes about 6 to 7 hours on the road. The Prithvi Highway route follows through most of the way, passing terraced fields, traditional villages, and Trishuli River views. Midway stop on the way for refreshments and lunch; there will be scheduled stops along the way to stretch and enjoy the landscape you are travelling through.
You start seeing the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri mountain ranges approaching closer and closer, and they render a majestic backdrop to the city. After reaching Pokhara, Check into hotel. A leisurely evening can be spent walking around the Lakeside area, taking in the area a clear, reflective reflection of the surrounding mountains from Phewa Lake's peaceful water.
Overnight stay at Hotel.
After Breakfast at Hotel, Drive to Nayapul, on arrival at Nayapul, you will pass through the bank of Modi koha till brethanti, hike to Hile, Tikhedhunga, and climb up to Ulleri,
Overnight stay at Guesthouse.
From Ulleri, the path is a gentle ascent, and we pass through rhododendron and oak forests to be in Banthanti. A couple of hours from banthanti and we will reach Ghorepani. Ghorepani stay is famous for the Poonhill hike, which presents a spectacular view of the sunrise and a superb panoramic view of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri mountain ranges.
Overnight stay at Guesthouse.
Today is a special day for our trekking. Early morning hike to Poonhill for about an hour. Poonhill is a place that offers a wide range of Himalayan Panorama of Manaslu, Annapurna & Dhaulagiri mountain ranges. The sunrise over the Himalayas is unbelievable. After having a great time at Poonhill, we returned to Ghorepani for breakfast and continued our trek to Tadapani overnight.
After breakfast at Tadapani, we move down gradually along forests of rhododendrons, cross the Kimsung river and ascend to reach a Gurung village. A straight climb takes us to Chhomrong, a beautiful village situated in the lap of the Annapurna region.
Overnight stay at a guest house.
Stone steps from Chhomrong drop down to Chhomrong Khola, where we cross a suspension bridge. Then we take a steep climb to Sinuwa. After a short walk along the jungle, we reach Bamboo, followed by an easy downhill. Passing the damp bamboo forest, we step towards Dovan, the bottom of a gorge.
The walk from Dovan to Himalaya is silent as big noises are not allowed in the jungle with a temple site along the way. The route first comprises bamboo forests and then changes to rhododendron forests and contains plenty of waterfalls and streams. Clearings appear upon reaching the Himalayas, and Glacier Rivers are visible along the trail as we ascend to Hinku cave. After a short walk, the trail first drops to the river and then climbs again to reach Deurali, which offers exotic views of the valley below.
Overnight stay at a guesthouse.
From Deurali, the trail passes through a riverbank, and after a tedious climb, we reach Machhapuchhre Base Camp. Surrounded by snowcapped mountains on all sides, views of Annapurna, Machhapuchhre, Gangapurna, Himchuli, etc., are gratifying. The way to ABC is wider with scanty vegetation. As the area is prone to avalanches, We should take caution on possible dangers. Up from MBC, the mountain view unveils to clarity. Annapurna Base Camp gives an awe-inspiring view of the snow-covered mountains, including the Annapurna range, Singuchuli, Macchhapuchhre, Tent Peak, etc. Overnight stay at a guesthouse.
Overnight stay at base camp.
After viewing a beautiful sunrise from ABC, we head back following the same trail through MBC, Deurali, Himalaya, and Bamboo to Sinuwa. Mostly downhill, the path is an easy walk.
From Sinuwa, we move ahead to Chomorong. After a descent of about 45 min, we reach Jhinu. Jhinu is known for its natural Hot Spring, where you can take a relaxing bath. The spring is a 30 min steep walk from the guesthouse.
Overnight stay at guesthouse.
Today, we trek down to Siwa or Phedi (1150 m) from Jhinu Danda. It takes about 2 hours to walk (approx. 4 km) through the forests and terraced farmlands with a great view of the Himalayas Annapurna range. After reaching here in Phedi, a vehicle will take us, which is about an hour and a half drive and approx.40 km drive to Pokhara, in Pokhara, Check-in at the hotel trek.
Today, the trek ends, and you now have enough time to relax for the rest of the day and enjoy the serene lake and chilled-out tourist town by yourself. Today, we trek down to Siwa or Phedi (1150 m) from Jhinu Danda. It takes about 2 hours to walk (approx. 4 km) through the forests and terraced farmlands with a great view of the Himalayas Annapurna range.
After reaching here in Phedi, a vehicle will take us, which is about an hour and a half drive and approx.40 km drive to Pokhara, in Pokhara, Check-in to hotel, today, the trek ends, and relax and rest the day and enjoy the serene lake.
Overnight stay at Hotel.
After Breakfast at Hotel, drive to Kathmandu towards Kathmandu by Prithvi Highway revisiting the scenic past. It's a 6 to 7 hour 200-kilometre journey, which you might get to stop at local eateries and viewpoints along the way. The familiar sights of the outskirts of the city near Kathmandu are visible as you approach the capital. On arrival at Kathmandu, Check into hotel and enjoy rest of the day at leisure or for last-minute sightseeing. It might be a good time to explore any landmark that you may have skipped before or simply shop at the bustling markets of Thamel selling heaps of souvenirs. It is an opportunity to reflect on your journey, either over a traditional Nepali dinner or whilst preparing for departure the following day.
Overnight stay at Hotel.
Enjoy the Buffet Breakfast at Hotel, After Breakfast free time, After Free time transfer to Visit Domestic airport to fly Kathmandu.
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