Day by day itinerary
Day 01: Arriving in Kathmandu, transfer to Hotel Thamel or similar, meet staff (BB).
Day 02: Sightseeing in Kathmandu and final preparation for trekking, overnight at hotel Thamel or similar (BB).
Day 03: Travel to Pokhara by tourist bus, 200KM, 6 hours or 25 minutes flight, transfer to Hotel Himalaya Inn or similar (BB).
Trekking Start 5 days
Day 04: Drive to Nayapul and trek to Ghandruk (1950 m), 5 hours, overnight at hotel Annapurna Guest house or Gurung Cottage or similar (B/L/D).
Option: There are seasonal road to Ghandruk, so it is possible by bus/Jeep drive to Ghandruk 3–5 hours.
Day 05: Trek to Tadapani (2680m), 3.30 hours, overnight at Himalayan Tourist Guest house or similar (B/L/D).
Day 06: Trek to Ghorepani (2850m) 5 hours, overnight at Hungry Eye or similar (B/L/D).
Day 07: Poon Hill 1 hour and trek to Tikhedhunga (1575m), 4 hours, overnight at Chandra Guest house or similar (B/L/D).
Day 08: Trek to Naya Pool 3 hours and drive to Pokhara, 1.30 hours, overnight at Himalayan Inn or Similar (B/L/D).
Option: There are seasonal road from Ulleri to Nayapul to Pokhara, so it is possible to drive by jeep/Bus as well.
Trekking Ending
Day 09: Pokhara to Kathmandu by tourist coach 200 km, 6- 7 hours or option 25 minutes flight, transfer to Hotel Thamel or similar (BB).
Day 10: Drop to Airport for your own way journey or next trip (BB).
Note: Either you can visit Ghorepani first (clock side) and then Ghandruk as well. You can end your trek in Pokhara as well.
Customizes your Trip:
If you only have a few days or perhaps a few weeks, then will do our utmost to make your Nepal trip as readable as possible. Together we can create a unique experience that is tailored to your available time, interests, ability. The best season for Ghandruk Ghorepani trek is March to May and October to December (fair weather in Nepal) but this trek can be operated whole year. The trek can be operated in both teahouses and under the canvas on request, as well as being able to combine with some other activities such as white water rafting 1-2 days and Chitwan wildlife safari 2/3 days. All the itineraries are subject to change to suit your holiday.
Cost and Service details
| Total Service cost | US$ 499 | Join with group |
Note: Single Supplement cost US$ 75 extra.
Service Includes:
- All land transportation (Airport /Hotel/Airport & Trekking starting and ending point).
- Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu and Pokhara as itinerary 2-3 star hotel with breakfast if your own choice let us know.
- Major Meals during the trekking; Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner by Tea house/Hotel menu.
- Accommodation during the trekking as best available Tea house / Hotel.
- Trekkers’ Information Management System, “TIMS” (Trekking permit).
- Annapurna Conservation fees - permits; Fees.
- Monasteries and Temple entrance fees during the trekking.
- A First Aid and Eco trained & Government licensed holder professional equipped English-speaking guide.
- One Porter between each 2 members while on trek (Maximum weight for a porter is 25 Kg)
- Cargos fees, load upload to/from fees.
- Accommodation, meals, salary, equipment, transportation & Insurance of Asian Hiking Team staffs.
- First Aid Kit.
- Travel & Rescue arrangement.
- All government taxes.
- Farewell dinner.
Service Excludes:
- Lunch/Dinner in Kathmandu.
- Soft/hard drinks, drinking water, Tea/ coffee in Lunch & Dinner time during trek.
- Hot shower, internet & electricity bills during trek.
- Personal gears & clothing.
- Medical evacuation in case of emergency, expenses incurred due to mishaps, landslide, strikes, political unrest etc. in such case extra will be charged as per actual.
- Entrance fees in Temple or Durbar Square in Kathmandu.
- Tips.
Notes: Payment should be made 20 % of total amount in advance. Full amount must be paid before your trip starts.
Cancellation should be made 48 hours before departure and 25% cancellation charge is applicable beside Tax, transportation, permits and others fixed expensive.
In case of incomplete Trekking / Tour / Rafting / Climbing / Expedition / Jungles safari / or others days due to the client own problem, the amount of money paid not refundable.
If clients want to go Trekking / Tour / Rafting / Climbing / Expedition / Jungles safari / or others tours more than itinerary, they can pay after back from tour with per day basic but should be permission with Tour guide / Leader.
Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu, transfer to Hotel Thamel or similar hotel.
Arrive in Kathmandu, meet Asian Hiking Team staff and transfer to hotel in Kathmandu, join staff meeting with welcome dinner, overnight in Kathmandu.
Day 02: Sightseeing & final preparation for trekking, overnight at Hotel Thamel or similar hotel.
City sightseeing with a tour guide; Kathmandu is the colorful of Nepal, a fascinating blend of rational architecture and symbols of the twentieth century. It’s artistic and cultural heritages are evident where ornately carried balconies mingle with beautiful shrines and temples. If you have time, we recommend that you check out Durbar square, home to the palace of Kumari Devi, considered to be a living goddess. It is also worth the climb to visit Swayambhunath the monkey temple. Explore the network of street Markets and allay Bazaars, and witness the burning Ghats at PashupatiNath. For those with a few extra days in Kathmandu, the neighbouring towns of Patan and Bhaktapur are well worth a visit too.
Day 03: Travel to Pokhara (900m) by tourist bus 200 km, 6-7 hours, transfer to Himalayan Inn or similar hotel.
Early morning drive to Pokhara by tourist coach 200 km (6hrs). Or fly to Pokhara for 25 minutes, transfer to a hotel. Evening visit around Lake & tourist market, dinner overnight, hotel in Lakeside.
Day 04: Drive to Nayapul and trek to Ghandruk (1950 m), overnight at Annapurna Guest house or Gurung Cottage or similar hotel.
6.30 wake-up call, 7.00 breakfast 8.30 drive 1.30 hours to Nayapool by car/taxi, start Trek on foot follow half hour Modikhola, cross the river in Birethanti, to follow Modi Khola valley passing Sauly Bazaar it takes 1.30 to 2 hours, and start climb to steps. Lunch will be 12.00 – 13.00 o’clock. And continues to walk to Ghandruk the beautiful Gurung village 5 to 6 hours walk from Nayapul. The beautiful Mountain View and Gurung culture is interesting to see. In the evening there is one Mother groups dance programs. You can enjoy dancing or singing with them.
Option: There are seasonal road to Ghandruk, so it is possible by bus/Jeep drive to Ghandruk 3–5 hours.
Day 05: Trek to Tadapani (2680m), overnight at Himalayan Tourist Guest house or similar hotel.
6.30 Am walk up call, 7 AM breakfast then after visit Gurung Museum and monastery with panoramic Mountain View. We will start late 11 AM to Tadapani. Passing through the Rhododendrons Jungle, the place called Bhaisi Kharka may we will have lunch there. After lunch 1.30 hours inside the deep jungle. Tadapani means "far water", so it's on the ride of the hill. The place is famous for sunrise and sunset view of fishtail “Machhapurchhare”.
Day 06: Trek to Ghorepani (2850m), overnight at Hotel Hungry Eye or Hotel Sunny or similar hotel.
6.30 AM wakeup call, 7 AM breakfast, 8 AM start your trek, half an hour down to the gorge and climb 1 hours to reach Banthati where there is a hotel, continue following the gorge till to Deurali where we have lunch 12 O’clock. After lunch a few minutes climb and then down to Ghorepani inside the lush oak, rhododendron forest.
Day 07: Poon Hill and trek to Tikhedhunga (1575m), overnight at Chandra Guest house or similar.
4.30 AM wakeup call, climb 1 hour to Poon Hill (3210m) for sunrise view panoramic fantastic view. Poon Hill is one of the most breathtaking panorama view points in Nepal. We can see the Dhauligiri range to Manaslu range including the famous Mountain peak Machhapuchhre “Fishtail”. Return to the Hotel and take Breakfast then proceed down to Nagyethati meaning open hut, Banthati meaning Jungle hut and Ullari the beautiful mountain scenic and the village. You have lunch in Ullari and 1.30 hour steeply down to Tikhedhunga, the bank side of Burundi Khola. Dinner at 6 PM to celebrate the last night in the mountains.
Day 08: Trek to Naya Pool and drive to Pokhara, transfer to hotel Himalaya Inn or similar hotel.
7 AM wake-up call, 7.30 am breakfast and 8.30 start our trek to Nayapull passing through Hille, Sudame, Ramghari and Birethanti where we start our trek on first day and finally walk to Nayapul with is 3.30 hours. We have lunch in Nayapool and drive to Pokhara 1.30 hours, our tourist coach is waiting in Nayapul. Transfer to the hotel and visit the waterfall and Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave, return to the lakeside and boating an hour. Dinner at 7 PM, overnight in Pokhara.
Option: There are seasonal road from Ulleri to Nayapul to Pokhara so it is possible to drive by jeep/Bus as well.
Day 09: Pokhara to Kathmandu by tourist bus, transfer to hotel Thamel or similar hotel.
6 AM wake-up call, 6.30 drive to Dam side for the best view and drop to tourist Bus Park own way travel to Kathmandu 6 hours drive 200 Km or half an hour fly to Kathmandu and shopping or relax in Kathmandu, finished your trip.
Day 10: Drop to Airport for your own way journey.
Last minute, transfer to the airport for your onward journey or next trip.
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What is the weather like and best time to visit?
What is the weather like and best time to visit?
Nepal has four season such as autumn (Sep. Nov. and Oct.), winter (Dec. Jan. and Feb.), spring (March, April and May) and monsoon (June, July, and Aug.). During the autumn season the nights are cold in mountains but the bright sun makes for pleasant daytime temperatures. At higher altitudes temperature range from about 20°C down to perhaps -10°C at night. Morning is usually clear, and then clouds build up during the afternoon, disappearing at night to reveal spectacular starry skies.
During the winter season high passes, especially the Thorong-la pass, Dhaulagiri circuit, Tilicho (musukanta Pass) in Annapurna trekking, Chola Pass, Renjola Pass, Khongmola pass, Amalaptse pass, Roywalling pass, Serpeni col in Everest reason, Lauribina pass, Ganjala pass, Gosaikunda pass in Langtang, Larky Pass in Manaslu, are usually closed. Short and easy trek in middle hills is the best on this time. Heavy snowfalls do especially during the January, February and March in mountain areas.
Spring season bring warmer weather but more frequent storms and considerable snowfall at higher altitude. Birds and flowers, especially rhododendrons, are seen at the lower altitudes. Toward the end of March, haze-caused by dust from the plains of India and smoke from local fires often obscure distant views. In addition it becomes much warmer in the region below 3000 ft. Trekking in Monsoon (June to Aug.) can be undertaken by the keen or experienced. Rain, mist and fog can be expected almost daily, but clouds part occasionally to give spectacular views of the mountains. The floras are usually at their most colorful. Leeches abound in middle elevation forests. Mountain weather is highly unpredictable. Classic signs of a storm approaching such as cirrus clouded sky or a fall in barometric pressure, can be misleading.
Best time for trekking in Nepal is autumn (September, October-November) and spring (March, April and May). Short treks and some Guest Houses treks can be done during winter or summer season as well. You need to be prepared for sudden weather changes while trekking. That's why trekking equipment should be chosen carefully before the trip. Sudden rain storms or snow are always a possibility which needs to be considered. The weather during the trekking season is somewhat more stable. "Asian Hiking Team" pays big attention to weather forecast.
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How difficult are the trekking?
How difficult are the trekking?
Difficulty of the trekking depends on the region of the trek and duration of it. Shorter treks to be easier while longer / high passes ones require some mentally and physical fitness.
We calculate our trek activity level as following
a) Length of trek and walking day
b) Trail conditions underfoot
c) Average altitude, maximum altitude and average gain/loss per day
d) Likely prevailing weather conditions and temperature range
e) Remoteness of local services and general level of comfort
Grade A – “Easy” Trekking Grade
Grade B – “Moderate”
Grade C - “Challenging”
Grade D – “Challenging Plus”
Grade E – "Tough Trekking"
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What kind of Accommodation during the trekking?
What kind of Accommodation during the trekking?
Nepal has a huge range of accommodation facilities that range from international standard star hotels to budget hotels and lodges. Accommodation facilities are available in the major trekking region in mountain areas. During the trekking it is possible Guest house/Lodge facilities. In the guest house / Lodge have running hot and cold water facilities. Private rooms are available in most guest house/ Lodge. Most bathrooms are shared. Many years experience of Trekking field of organizing various treks in Nepal assures you that we have chosen for our treks the cleanest and most hygienically kept Guest Houses /Lodge with friendly atmosphere and best views. In the high passes modern trekking we use basic tea house. If the clients require tented camping trekking it is operated. Camping trek is fully organized and supported, with a team of guides, cooks, Sherpas and porters to accompany you. Our porters carry all the trekking gear, food, fuel and personal belongings. Our cooks prepare hot meals. Trekkers need only carry a small bag as required for the day. At night, tents for dining, sleeping and ablutions tents are provided and set up, mattresses and down-filled sleeping bags, tables and seating. In a typical camping trek, we start the day around 6/7 AM with a cup of hot tea. You are then provided with a bowl of warm water for washing. Then trekkers enjoy breakfast before leaving camp. The trek begins around 7.30 - 8 a.m. Trekkers can set their pace for pausing and sightseeing and the walk to the lunch spot will normally take 3 hours. On arrival, you are served hot lunch. In the afternoon, after walking for another 3 to 4 hours, you arrive at the next camp around 4/5PM. Tea & snacks are served while our staff readies the camp. Dinner time is around 6/7 PM in the dining tent, lit with lanterns and comfortably furnished.
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Where do we eat our meals and what kind of food is available?
Where do we eat our meals and what kind of food is available?
During a tea house trekking you will have breakfast and dinner in the guest house/ Lodge, lunch will be eaten at one of the trail side restaurants. Every Guest house House serves the traditional Nepali meal Dal Bhat Tarkari (rice, curry and lentil soup). All Guest Houses of our routs have variety of different food items, such as rice, vegetables, noodles, potatoes and soup. Many of them have western food on menu. Soft drinks, snacks, wine and beer are available in most of the guest houses and trail side restaurants. Food safety is always a big concern and we take it very seriously. That is why we have chosen the cleanest and most hygienically kept Hotel for our routes.
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What are the sources of drinking water supply during trekking?
What are the sources of drinking water supply during trekking?
All guest houses have boiled water for trekkers. And on the main trekking routes it is possible bolter mineral water to drink. We recommend to your clients not use bolter water, it is not environment friendly. You can use Iodine table or others purify drops. It is noticeable that during the camping or home stay trekking we provide the boiled water to our clients. The guide will make sure that water is safe for drinking.
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What kind of Trekking equipment need during trekking?
What kind of Trekking equipment need during trekking?
- Hiking boots
- Hiking socks
- Trekking pole/s
- Hiking pants
- T-shirt with wicking qualities
- Fleece Sweater
- Wind stopper jacket
- Gore-Tex /down pants & jacket (if trekking in high passes)
- Hat (sun/cold)
- Gaiters (if trekking in High passes)
- Fleece pants
- Vest /Beanie
- Gloves/mitts
- Thermals: Top, pants, gloves, socks, balaclava
- Rucksack/backpack with cover
- Weatherproof pack cover
- Sleeping bag
- Sleeping bag liner
- First aid kit
- Head torch
- Spare batteries & globes
- Water bottles
- Sunglasses
- Sun block
- Toothpaste & toothbrush
- Rain coat or Umbrella (if trekking in Monsoon)
- Toilet trowel
- Water purification tablets (if water use by purification)
- Camera & accessories
- Penciled, note books, reading books
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What sort of experience does trekking Guides/staffs have?
What sort of experience does trekking Guides/staffs have?
Leader / Guides have many years of guiding experience all over Nepal, Bhutan and Tibet. Most of them have been spending years exploring the country. Our guides are trained in first aid and know how to handle any situation. All our guides speak fluent English and happy to share their deep knowledge of the culture, geography, botanical, festivals, life style of Nepalese with you. We believe in and follow the idea that it's not enough to take visitors to special places or special cultures, we need to provide guides who can get people feel involved in what they are experiencing, explain it thoroughly and keep them entertained. They know very well how to facilitate running smooth and safe trip appreciating the beauty of the Himalayas. All our staff has well equipment with insurance for any mishap. Our porter carries 25 to 30 KG. Their first hand experience, local knowledge, expertise and humor on treks are invaluable.
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What kind of Transport use?
What kind of Transport use?
Our transportation department provides A/c and non-A/c large, mini coaches, Jeeps, Cars for groups and individual requirements. The chauffeurs and accompanying guides are polite, well behaved, highly experienced and trained. Everyone is well versed with the local areas and communicate in English and other foreign languages.
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What happens in case of emergency?
What happens in case of emergency?
"Asian Hiking Team" company is prepared for any emergency situation and knows how to handle it. Our guides are trained in first aid and can deal with most of the basic ailments that occur during a trek and directly connection in main office Kathmandu each day if possible. Every client should have his own insurance before coming to Nepal for case of emergency. Our all staff has insurance in case of emergency.
We also strongly recommend that you take out trip cancellation, air ambulance /helicopter rescue insurance. You should be aware that some policies do not include, or restrict, cover for this type of travel. You must ensure that the policy you do take provides an adequate level of protection and covers you for the activities involved. You must carry proof of insurance (e.g. your insurance certificate) with you on the holiday; if you cannot provide this at the start of the holiday, you will be required to take out a suitable policy at that time. If this is not done or impossible for practical reasons, then you will not be allowed to continue with our trekking/climbing trips and will not be entitled to any refund for services not provided. Your insurance must include emergency air ambulance/helicopter rescue services.
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How we communication in case of emergency?
How we communication in case of emergency?
Land-line and mobile phone services are available in Nepal. Network covers Kathmandu, major cities and towns and most of Nepal, except some rural Himalayan places. Nepal Telecommunications Corporation is the national service supplier. There are also private service suppliers such as Hotels and private communication centers also provide long distance telephone, internet and fax facilities.
For calling from outside, country code for Nepal is “977” and the area code for Kathmandu is “1”. To call Nepal from other countries: 00 + country code (977) + city code + telephone number. Example to call us: 00-977-1-4420858. Call from Nepal city code and telephone number, example to call us; 01-4420858.
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How many persons in a group size?
How many persons in a group size?
Group size in website and brochure are our target size but this might change. Maximum a group size is 15 to 25 persons.
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Do I need Trekking Permit?
Do I need Trekking Permit?
Yes, for trekking all regions is require Trekkers' Information Management System (TIMS) as new policy. You will need a National park / Conservation entrance permit. In Nepal ten national park and three wildlife reserve such as Bardiya National Park, Khaptad National Park, Langtang National Park, Makalu-Barun National Park, Shivapuri-Nagarjun National Park, Banke National Park, Sagarmatha National Park, Chitwan national park, Shey-Phoksundo National Park,Rara National Park and Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve, Parsa Wildlife Reserve, Shuklaphanta Wildlife Reserve, One hunting reserve like Dorpatan hunting reserve. We have 5 conservation like Api Nampa Conservation Area, Annapurna Conservation Area, Gaurishanker Conservation Area, Kanchenjunga Conservation Area, Manaslu Conservation Area . Some of control area such as Manaslu trekking, upper and lower Dolpa trekking, Kanchenjunga area trekking, Mustang trekking, Mugu trekking, Darjula, Nar and phu village trekking, Tsum valley trekking does require a special trekking permit issue by Immigration through trekking agency.
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What type of service you can provide?
What type of service you can provide?
Our services are intended to offer quality and value for money, together with a rich, varied and a rewarding experience. We have built our reputation as the best travel agent in the country for the best service provider. Our prices of all the tours are highly competitive and unmatched with any other local tour operators. We operate trekking with three different kinds; Full organizes service - you want to be free from all concerns to enjoy this experience to the fullest. Guide and documentation only - you prefer to carry your own pack but want to benefit from the guide's experience & knowledge and documentation. Porter(s) service only - you know where you are going & no additional information is desired but you need to helping for carry and documentation.
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How can I book trip?
How can I book trip?
All bookings are made with Asian Hiking Team Pvt. Ltd. based at Thamel, Kathmandu, Nepal. Trip is reference to as Company in booking conditions. To book your holiday you need to send us completed booking (inquiry) form or directly email us with details. For more information click here ».
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