A Sky Trail of Nepal
Unique & Author-led Tour
To the peaks of Poon Hill
and the origins of the ancient culture
and the origins of the ancient culture
The route is suitable
even for novices!
No tents, no heavy backpacks, no complicated mountain equipment!
Meals are included
in the tour price.
even for novices!
No tents, no heavy backpacks, no complicated mountain equipment!
Meals are included
in the tour price.
This is a journey along
the path of space and time.
You enter a world where
every moment is a new discovery.
The perfect balance of vibrant experiences
and immersion in the culture
and traditions of Nepal.
You greet the sunrise at the summit,
when the sun gilds the snow-capped peaks of the Himalayan giants.
You walk along forest trails and
relax in natural hot springs.
You meet the Newari and Gurung people and stroll along the streets of ancient towns that remember the Buddha himself.
This is not a dream.
This is a heavenly country – Nepal!
And I invite you there with me!
What is interesting going to be in the tour?
Everything!
Everything!
In this tour you will
-
Watch the sunrises
in the HimalayasSee the first rays of the sun light
up the peaks of Annapurna, Dhaulagiri
and Machapuchare -
Walk the sky paths
of NepalClimb 3,500 steps, cross the gorge on a sky bridge, and ride a cable car -
Relax in the Himalayan
hot springsRelieve your fatigue in the thermal waters on the banks of the turbulent
Modi Khola River -
Get acquainted with
Newari and Gurung
culture and style of lifeVisit traditional villages, taste traditional dishes, and experience true Nepalese hospitality -
Take a ride on the lake
away from the hustle and bustleEnjoy the picturesque views of the lake
where the sky and the mountains
merge into a perfect reflection -
Immerse yourself in
ancient historyDiscover the secrets of kingdoms, the wisdom of monks, and legends of millennia
A perfect route for those who look for maximum experiences within a short journey.
Ancient cities, emerald terraces, rice fields,
stunning mountains, and quaint villages—
all in one trip.
Ancient cities, emerald terraces, rice fields,
stunning mountains, and quaint villages—
all in one trip.
Along one of the most
beautiful routes of Nepal
beautiful routes of Nepal
4 towns
Three capitals of medieval principalities and one resort town
3120 meters
A fascinating hike to the panoramic point of Poon Hill
Advantages of the Tour
Smooth Adaptation
Smooth Adaptation
The programme is designed so that you will gradually get used to the altitude
We do not set records for the fastest ascent to an altitude, nor do we turn our journey into an athletic competition.
In the mountains, we walk calmly, enjoying the views and stopping for food and rest.
In the mountains, we walk calmly, enjoying the views and stopping for food and rest.
Comfortable pace
Comfortable pace
We move slowly, but we get everywhere on time
You will have time not only for taking beautiful photos, but also for savouring every moment and breathing in the atmosphere of Nepal.
This tour is uncluttered, yet full of depth, beauty, and emotion.
This tour is uncluttered, yet full of depth, beauty, and emotion.
Support and care
Support and care
There is no risk of getting lost
or left without support
or left without support
At every stage of the route, you will be accompanied by an English-speaking tour leader, and during the trekking part, you will also be accompanied by a licensed mountain guide, as well as porters who will carry your luggage
The perfect balance of adventure, history
and relaxation
and relaxation
The perfect balance of adventure, history
and relaxation
and relaxation
You wil see Nepal in all its diversity: from ancient temples to picturesque mountain trails
We will stop at the most picturesque places, try local cuisine, communicate with locals and make the trip fulfilling.
🔺️ Immersion into the history and spirituality of the country - the ancient cities of Bhaktapur, Lalitpur and Kathmandu with their palaces and secrets, the mysterious Manakamana, where the cable car leads to, temples and monasteries, the colorful Ghandruk;
🔺️ Nature and trekking - cosy Pokhara by Lake Phewa, authentic Bandipur with its picturesque streets and panoramic views of the Himalayas, rivers, waterfalls, and the hot springs of Jhinu Danda;
🔺️ Gastronomy - the national Nepalese dish dal bhat, Newari dumplings yomari, the famous yogurt juju dhau, aromatic Himalayan coffee, healthy tea with lemon and ginger, freshly baked Tibetan bread – you will experience the taste of Nepal.
🔺️ Immersion into the history and spirituality of the country - the ancient cities of Bhaktapur, Lalitpur and Kathmandu with their palaces and secrets, the mysterious Manakamana, where the cable car leads to, temples and monasteries, the colorful Ghandruk;
🔺️ Nature and trekking - cosy Pokhara by Lake Phewa, authentic Bandipur with its picturesque streets and panoramic views of the Himalayas, rivers, waterfalls, and the hot springs of Jhinu Danda;
🔺️ Gastronomy - the national Nepalese dish dal bhat, Newari dumplings yomari, the famous yogurt juju dhau, aromatic Himalayan coffee, healthy tea with lemon and ginger, freshly baked Tibetan bread – you will experience the taste of Nepal.
An easy route with stunning views
An easy route with stunning views
The scenic Poon Hill trek is one of the easiest and most beautiful treks in the Annapurna region
Emerald terraces, forest trails, suspension bridges, mountains, waterfalls.
And throughout the entire route, we will be accompanied by the snow-capped peaks of the Himalayan giants
And throughout the entire route, we will be accompanied by the snow-capped peaks of the Himalayan giants
Brief Information about the Tour
- Upcoming tour dates14 – 28 March 2026
March - April 2027 - AccommodationHotels 3+* / 4* in towns
+ lodges during the trekking part
Double / Twin occupancy
(Single occupancy - Upon request) - Duration14 days / 13 nights
- MealBreakfasts, Lunches & Dinners
as per the programme - TransportationGroup transfers as per the programme
- ItineraryBhaktapur-Lalitpur-Bandipur-trekking to Poon Hill-Ghandruk-hot springs of Jhinu Danda-Pokhara-Manakamana-Katmandu
- Tour Price for a Group of 8 PeopleUSD 1536 per person in a DBL room
Air tickets are excluded - Tour Price for a Group of 10 PeopleUSD 1396 per person in a DBL room
Air tickets are excluded
Tour Programme
We recommend departing from your Home Country the day before, in order to arrive in Kathmandu by the beginning of the tour.
If necessary, we can book an additional night at the hotel for you.
If necessary, we can book an additional night at the hotel for you.
We will spend our first day in Bhaktapur, a medieval town. Try to synchronise your inner state with the pulse of the new world around you, with the sights and sounds of the ancient city. Do not feel like a tourist, but like a child joyfully exploring the world. Smile back at passersby, try learning and saying a few polite words in Nepali. Try the local yogurt, juju dhau, and a local Newari dish, such as yomari.
Enjoy every minute in this fabulous town, but do not forget to go to bed early: you will need your energy for the next day and new experience ☺️
Brief Itinerary of Day 01:
• Meeting at the airport
• Transfer to the hotel in Bhaktapur
• Check-in at the hotel
• Rest and free time
(Option 1: Yoga class with a yoga teacher in the hotel - one-hour session - $25 per person, book in advance when purchasing the tour)
• Overnight at the hotel
Enjoy every minute in this fabulous town, but do not forget to go to bed early: you will need your energy for the next day and new experience ☺️
Brief Itinerary of Day 01:
• Meeting at the airport
• Transfer to the hotel in Bhaktapur
• Check-in at the hotel
• Rest and free time
(Option 1: Yoga class with a yoga teacher in the hotel - one-hour session - $25 per person, book in advance when purchasing the tour)
• Overnight at the hotel
Today we will begin a journey back in time to discover Bhaktapur, the "city of devotees," renowned for its artisans and architectural masterpieces far beyond Nepalese borders. We will stroll through Durbar Square, see the Palace of 55 Windows, the Golden Gate of the Taleju Bhavani Temple—the finest structure of its kind not only in Nepal but also in the world; the Vatsala Devi Temple and the "Barking Dog Bell"; the Nyatapola Pagoda; and the Bhairavnath Temple in Taumadhi Square.
We will stroll along narrow medieval streets lined with exquisitely carved houses to Dattatreya Square, where we will admire ancient carved panels at the Wood Carving Museum. We will visit Potters' Square, where clay figurines, home decor, and tableware are crafted.
At the Thangka School, we will hear about the art of creating Tibetan religious paintings, and then listen to the sounds of authentic Tibetan singing bowls.
In the evening, we'll order dinner at a cosy restaurant and taste Newari cuisine.
Вечером мы закажем ужин в уютном ресторане и отведаем неварскую кухню.
Brief Itinerary of Day 02:
• Breakfast at the hotel
• Guided sightseeing tour of Bhaktapur
• Lunch
• Continuation of the tour
• Rest and free time
(Option 1: A one-hour yoga class with a hotel instructor - $25 per person.
Book in advance when purchasing the tour)
(Option 2: Trip to the Changu Narayan Temple Complex. Cost: ~$10 per person + entrance fees of 400 NPR = 260 rubles - payable on site at the ticket office)
• Dinner at a restaurant
We will stroll along narrow medieval streets lined with exquisitely carved houses to Dattatreya Square, where we will admire ancient carved panels at the Wood Carving Museum. We will visit Potters' Square, where clay figurines, home decor, and tableware are crafted.
At the Thangka School, we will hear about the art of creating Tibetan religious paintings, and then listen to the sounds of authentic Tibetan singing bowls.
In the evening, we'll order dinner at a cosy restaurant and taste Newari cuisine.
Вечером мы закажем ужин в уютном ресторане и отведаем неварскую кухню.
Brief Itinerary of Day 02:
• Breakfast at the hotel
• Guided sightseeing tour of Bhaktapur
• Lunch
• Continuation of the tour
• Rest and free time
(Option 1: A one-hour yoga class with a hotel instructor - $25 per person.
Book in advance when purchasing the tour)
(Option 2: Trip to the Changu Narayan Temple Complex. Cost: ~$10 per person + entrance fees of 400 NPR = 260 rubles - payable on site at the ticket office)
• Dinner at a restaurant
Today, we depart from the "city of devotees" for the "city of beauty" – Lalitpur (or Patan), where every courtyard conceals architectural treasures – evidence of the high skill of Newari artisans. According to the legend, Buddha himself and his disciple Ananda visited here, and around 250 BC, the great Indian king Ashoka, patron of Buddhism, came here and had four pillars with inscriptions built.
Kumbeshwor Temple – a five-tiered pagoda dedicated to the god Shiva, Krishna Mandir – a Hindu temple built in the shikhara style, Hiranya Varna Mahavihar – a Buddhist temple with intricate carvings and decoration, the Royal Palace and the Museum of Patan, Kumari Ghar – this is far from a complete list of Lalitpur's architectural masterpieces. Every corner here breathes centuries of history.
After enjoying the views of ancient palaces and temples, we leave the Kathmandu Valley and head to the wonderful Bandipur, the "Nepalese Provence."
The drive takes approximately 5-6 hours, including a stop for lunch.
Brief Itinerary of Day 03:
• Breakfast at the hotel
• Transfer to Lalitpur
• Sightseeing in Lalitpur and a break for Nepalese coffee
• Departure for Bandipur
• Lunch for the group en route
• Arrival in Bandipur (alt. 1030 m.) and check-in at the hotel
• Dinner for the group in Bandipur
• Overnight at the hotel
Kumbeshwor Temple – a five-tiered pagoda dedicated to the god Shiva, Krishna Mandir – a Hindu temple built in the shikhara style, Hiranya Varna Mahavihar – a Buddhist temple with intricate carvings and decoration, the Royal Palace and the Museum of Patan, Kumari Ghar – this is far from a complete list of Lalitpur's architectural masterpieces. Every corner here breathes centuries of history.
After enjoying the views of ancient palaces and temples, we leave the Kathmandu Valley and head to the wonderful Bandipur, the "Nepalese Provence."
The drive takes approximately 5-6 hours, including a stop for lunch.
Brief Itinerary of Day 03:
• Breakfast at the hotel
• Transfer to Lalitpur
• Sightseeing in Lalitpur and a break for Nepalese coffee
• Departure for Bandipur
• Lunch for the group en route
• Arrival in Bandipur (alt. 1030 m.) and check-in at the hotel
• Dinner for the group in Bandipur
• Overnight at the hotel
This morning we are enjoying the views of the surrounding mountains and Bandipur, a Newari town perched on a mountain ridge, beckoning with its unique architecture and relaxing atmosphere, silence and the panorama of the mountains. Flower-covered balconies and galleries, street lamps and cafes, stone staircases, cobblestone streets – it is as if we were in the South of Europe.
After wandering around Bandipur and refreshing ourselves, we travel to Pokhara (approximately 2.5-3 hours), where we drop off some of our luggage at the hotel that we will return to after the trek. Then we will meet our mountain guide and porters, check that everything is ready for the trek and head by jeeps to the village of Thikedhunga.
Part of the way (approximately 1.5-2 hours) we will have to drive along a dirt byroad, but it is absolutely worth it - here we are, in the National Park of Annapurna.
Brief of Day 04:
• Breakfast at the hotel and a walk through Bandipur (alt. 1030 m.)
• Departure for Pokhara (alt. 900 m) - about 3 hours' drive
• Meeting with the mountain guide and porters, lunch and preparation for the trek
• Transfer to Thikedhunga (alt. 1,480 - 1,570 m)
• Check-in at the lodge and dinner for the whole group in Thikedhunga
• Overnight at the lodge
After wandering around Bandipur and refreshing ourselves, we travel to Pokhara (approximately 2.5-3 hours), where we drop off some of our luggage at the hotel that we will return to after the trek. Then we will meet our mountain guide and porters, check that everything is ready for the trek and head by jeeps to the village of Thikedhunga.
Part of the way (approximately 1.5-2 hours) we will have to drive along a dirt byroad, but it is absolutely worth it - here we are, in the National Park of Annapurna.
Brief of Day 04:
• Breakfast at the hotel and a walk through Bandipur (alt. 1030 m.)
• Departure for Pokhara (alt. 900 m) - about 3 hours' drive
• Meeting with the mountain guide and porters, lunch and preparation for the trek
• Transfer to Thikedhunga (alt. 1,480 - 1,570 m)
• Check-in at the lodge and dinner for the whole group in Thikedhunga
• Overnight at the lodge
In the morning, we will stroll through the village, observe the life of the Magar community, and then begin our first trek on the route.
From Thikhedhunga, the trail crosses a stream on a suspension bridge and climbs a steep stone "sky staircase" of 3,500 steps leading to the Magar village of Ulleri. This climb is one of the most memorable on the route. You will be amazed by the intricate construction of these steps, literally reaching into the sky!
The distance from Thikhedhunga to Ulleri is only 6 kilometers (approximately 2 hours), and we will be climbing the entire time. We will walk leisurely, enjoying the views and stopping to take beautiful photos, so even first-timers will be able to easily conquer the "sky staircase".
In Ulleri, we'll have lunch and then continue on to Banthanti. We'll continue along a path through pastures and cultivated fields. The trail crosses two sparkling streams before making a short, final climb to Banthanti, where we'll spend the night.
"Thanti" is a Nepali word meaning "rest house". ☺️
Brief of Day 05:
• Breakfast at the lodge
• Walk through Thikedhunga
• Trek from Thikedhunga (alt. 1,480 - 1,570 m)
to Ulleri (altitude 2,070 m) - appr. 2 hours
• Lunch for the whole group in Ulleri
• Trek to Banthanti (alt. 2,210 m) - approximately 1.5 hours
• Accommodation at the lodge in Banthanti, rest
• Dinner for the group at the lodge
• Overnight at the lodge
From Thikhedhunga, the trail crosses a stream on a suspension bridge and climbs a steep stone "sky staircase" of 3,500 steps leading to the Magar village of Ulleri. This climb is one of the most memorable on the route. You will be amazed by the intricate construction of these steps, literally reaching into the sky!
The distance from Thikhedhunga to Ulleri is only 6 kilometers (approximately 2 hours), and we will be climbing the entire time. We will walk leisurely, enjoying the views and stopping to take beautiful photos, so even first-timers will be able to easily conquer the "sky staircase".
In Ulleri, we'll have lunch and then continue on to Banthanti. We'll continue along a path through pastures and cultivated fields. The trail crosses two sparkling streams before making a short, final climb to Banthanti, where we'll spend the night.
"Thanti" is a Nepali word meaning "rest house". ☺️
Brief of Day 05:
• Breakfast at the lodge
• Walk through Thikedhunga
• Trek from Thikedhunga (alt. 1,480 - 1,570 m)
to Ulleri (altitude 2,070 m) - appr. 2 hours
• Lunch for the whole group in Ulleri
• Trek to Banthanti (alt. 2,210 m) - approximately 1.5 hours
• Accommodation at the lodge in Banthanti, rest
• Dinner for the group at the lodge
• Overnight at the lodge
From Banthanti, we will ascend to Ghorepani, at an altitude of 2,850 m. From here, we'll enjoy breathtaking views of Dhaulagiri I (8,167 m), Nilgiri (6,940 m), Annapurna I (8,091 m), Hiunchuli (6,441 m), and other peaks.
The distance we will cover today is approximately 12 km, but we're already feeling much more confident on the trail.
We will pass through Gurung and Magar villages—in one of these, we will have lunch, recuperate, and chat with the locals. Toward the end of the day, the trail will lead us through a magical forest to Ghorepani, a fairly large village with well-developed infrastructure, where we'll spend the night.
For the most active and impatient, there's the option of an hour-long walk to the Poon Hill viewpoint (3,210 m) and back. The walk is not only enjoyable but also beneficial for acclimatisation.
For everyone else, it's recommended to go to bed early—tomorrow we will see sunrise over the Himalayas.
Brief of Day 06:
• Breakfast at the lodge
• Trek from Banthanti (alt. 2,210 m) to Ghorepani (alt. 2,850 m) - 5.5hours
• Lunch for the group en route
• Accommodation at the lodge in Ghorepani
(Option 1: one-hour hike to Poon Hill)
• Dinner for the entire group
• Overnight at the lodge.
The distance we will cover today is approximately 12 km, but we're already feeling much more confident on the trail.
We will pass through Gurung and Magar villages—in one of these, we will have lunch, recuperate, and chat with the locals. Toward the end of the day, the trail will lead us through a magical forest to Ghorepani, a fairly large village with well-developed infrastructure, where we'll spend the night.
For the most active and impatient, there's the option of an hour-long walk to the Poon Hill viewpoint (3,210 m) and back. The walk is not only enjoyable but also beneficial for acclimatisation.
For everyone else, it's recommended to go to bed early—tomorrow we will see sunrise over the Himalayas.
Brief of Day 06:
• Breakfast at the lodge
• Trek from Banthanti (alt. 2,210 m) to Ghorepani (alt. 2,850 m) - 5.5hours
• Lunch for the group en route
• Accommodation at the lodge in Ghorepani
(Option 1: one-hour hike to Poon Hill)
• Dinner for the entire group
• Overnight at the lodge.
We rise early and leave Ghorepani lightly. Do not forget your headlamps! Less than an hour separates us from the viewpoint.
At the summit, a sight awaits us that made the entire trek worthwhile: golden rays illuminating the Himalayan giants – Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, and Machapuchare.
Those who visited Poon Hill the day before should take the time to climb it again: the landscape and colors will be completely different!
After enjoying the views, we descend, have breakfast, and continue our hike along a picturesque trail through bamboo forests and hills with views of Annapurna. Our final destination today is the village of Tadapani.
The walk is approximately 10-12 kilometers, but today's trek offers a balance of physical activity and natural beauty. We will pass villages with panoramic views and stop for rest and lunch.
Brief of Day 07:
• Early rise (4:30 AM) and sunrise at the Poon Hill lookout (alt. 3,210 m)
• Return to the lodge and breakfast
• Trek from Gorepani (altitude 2,850 m) to Tadapani (alt. 2,600 m) - appr. 5-6 hours
• Lunch for the group in Thapla Danda
• Accommodation at the lodge in Tadapani and dinner for the group
• Overnight at the lodge.
At the summit, a sight awaits us that made the entire trek worthwhile: golden rays illuminating the Himalayan giants – Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, and Machapuchare.
Those who visited Poon Hill the day before should take the time to climb it again: the landscape and colors will be completely different!
After enjoying the views, we descend, have breakfast, and continue our hike along a picturesque trail through bamboo forests and hills with views of Annapurna. Our final destination today is the village of Tadapani.
The walk is approximately 10-12 kilometers, but today's trek offers a balance of physical activity and natural beauty. We will pass villages with panoramic views and stop for rest and lunch.
Brief of Day 07:
• Early rise (4:30 AM) and sunrise at the Poon Hill lookout (alt. 3,210 m)
• Return to the lodge and breakfast
• Trek from Gorepani (altitude 2,850 m) to Tadapani (alt. 2,600 m) - appr. 5-6 hours
• Lunch for the group in Thapla Danda
• Accommodation at the lodge in Tadapani and dinner for the group
• Overnight at the lodge.
From Tadapani, the hiking trail winds through dense rhododendron forests and oak and maple groves. The vegetation becomes lush, and the surroundings are tranquil and secluded. All the while, mountains (Annapurna, Khinchuli, and Machapuchare) loom on the horizon.
Today's hike is a breeze: about three hours of walking brings us to the picturesque traditional Gurung village of Ghandruk.
We check into a comfortable lodge, more like a hotel, and set out to explore the village. Besides the breathtaking views of Annapurna South, Khinchuli, Machapuchare, and other giants, there's a very pleasant little Buddhist temple, a small Old Gurung Museum, and the Ethnic Center where you can rent a traditional costume and pose for pictures to your heart's content.
Those who wish can also take a walk to the nearest waterfall (approximately 45-60 minutes one way)
Brief of Day 08:
• Breakfast at the lodge in Tadapani (alt. 2,600 m)
• Descent to Ghandruk village (alt. 2,010 m) - about 3 hours
• Lunch for the group and accommodation at the lodge in Ghandruk
• Rest and free time
(Option 1: Visit a Buddhist temple, the Gurung Museum, and the Ethnic Center. Ticket prices are an additional ~100 NPR = 70 rubles for the museum and 300 NPR = 200 rubles for national costume rental. Payable on site at the ticket office. Donations at the Buddhist temple are optional but welcome.)
(Option 2: Walk to the waterfall)
• Dinner for the group at the lodge in Ghandruk
• Overnight at the lodge
Today's hike is a breeze: about three hours of walking brings us to the picturesque traditional Gurung village of Ghandruk.
We check into a comfortable lodge, more like a hotel, and set out to explore the village. Besides the breathtaking views of Annapurna South, Khinchuli, Machapuchare, and other giants, there's a very pleasant little Buddhist temple, a small Old Gurung Museum, and the Ethnic Center where you can rent a traditional costume and pose for pictures to your heart's content.
Those who wish can also take a walk to the nearest waterfall (approximately 45-60 minutes one way)
Brief of Day 08:
• Breakfast at the lodge in Tadapani (alt. 2,600 m)
• Descent to Ghandruk village (alt. 2,010 m) - about 3 hours
• Lunch for the group and accommodation at the lodge in Ghandruk
• Rest and free time
(Option 1: Visit a Buddhist temple, the Gurung Museum, and the Ethnic Center. Ticket prices are an additional ~100 NPR = 70 rubles for the museum and 300 NPR = 200 rubles for national costume rental. Payable on site at the ticket office. Donations at the Buddhist temple are optional but welcome.)
(Option 2: Walk to the waterfall)
• Dinner for the group at the lodge in Ghandruk
• Overnight at the lodge
Today, we recommend getting up early again – the view of the mountains in the morning sun from Ghandruk is perhaps one of the most impressive of our trek!
Next, we will embark on a not-so-difficult but picturesque hike to the village of Jhinu Danda, famous for its natural hot springs. We will be walking downhill the entire way, and after about three hours, we'll reach a gorge where the Modi Khola mountain river roars.
We will cross the gorge on a suspension bridge known as the "New Bridge," which is about 278 meters long and located approximately 140 meters above the gorge. For local residents, the bridge is an important part of the infrastructure, facilitating communication between remote villages. For tourists, this is an unusual part of the route, thrilling and adding a touch of extreme adventure.
We will spend some time near the bridge—it will be difficult to leave without taking some impressive photos.
In Jhinu Danda, we'll relax in the hot springs, which are considered to have healing properties.
Brief of Day 09:
• Breakfast at the lodge in Ghandruk (alt. 2,010 m)
• Descent to the gorge and suspension bridge over the Modi Khola River - approximately 3-3.5 hours
• Accommodation at the lodge in Jhinu Danda (alt. 1,780 m.)
• Relaxation in the hot springs (additional bathing costs approximately 1000 Nepalese rupees = 500-600 rubles - payable on site at the ticket office)
• Dinner for the group at the lodge in Jhinu Danda
• Overnight at the lodge
Next, we will embark on a not-so-difficult but picturesque hike to the village of Jhinu Danda, famous for its natural hot springs. We will be walking downhill the entire way, and after about three hours, we'll reach a gorge where the Modi Khola mountain river roars.
We will cross the gorge on a suspension bridge known as the "New Bridge," which is about 278 meters long and located approximately 140 meters above the gorge. For local residents, the bridge is an important part of the infrastructure, facilitating communication between remote villages. For tourists, this is an unusual part of the route, thrilling and adding a touch of extreme adventure.
We will spend some time near the bridge—it will be difficult to leave without taking some impressive photos.
In Jhinu Danda, we'll relax in the hot springs, which are considered to have healing properties.
Brief of Day 09:
• Breakfast at the lodge in Ghandruk (alt. 2,010 m)
• Descent to the gorge and suspension bridge over the Modi Khola River - approximately 3-3.5 hours
• Accommodation at the lodge in Jhinu Danda (alt. 1,780 m.)
• Relaxation in the hot springs (additional bathing costs approximately 1000 Nepalese rupees = 500-600 rubles - payable on site at the ticket office)
• Dinner for the group at the lodge in Jhinu Danda
• Overnight at the lodge
We conclude our trek, walking from Jhinu Danda through picturesque terraces, villages, and forests. The trail descends to the Modi Khola River, then climbs again, offering a chance to see the mountain gorge and river from above.
In the village of Landruk, we'll stop for lunch and take a final look at the breathtaking panoramas of the Himalayas.
From Landruk, we will have a clear view of Ghandruk, where we left the day before.
Our trek is over – we board the jeeps and head back to Pokhara. En route, we'll stop in the village of Tolka to say goodbye once again to the mountains, which have become almost like home.
Upon arrival in Pokhara, we will check into a hotel and enjoy the delights of civilization.
Brief of Day 10:
• Breakfast at the lodge in Jhinu Danda (alt. 1,780 m)
• Trek to Landruk (alt. 1,500 m) - approximately 4-5 hours
• Lunch for the group in Landruk
• Departure by jeeps towards Pokhara via Tolka
• Arrival in Pokhara and hotel check-in
• Free time
In the village of Landruk, we'll stop for lunch and take a final look at the breathtaking panoramas of the Himalayas.
From Landruk, we will have a clear view of Ghandruk, where we left the day before.
Our trek is over – we board the jeeps and head back to Pokhara. En route, we'll stop in the village of Tolka to say goodbye once again to the mountains, which have become almost like home.
Upon arrival in Pokhara, we will check into a hotel and enjoy the delights of civilization.
Brief of Day 10:
• Breakfast at the lodge in Jhinu Danda (alt. 1,780 m)
• Trek to Landruk (alt. 1,500 m) - approximately 4-5 hours
• Lunch for the group in Landruk
• Departure by jeeps towards Pokhara via Tolka
• Arrival in Pokhara and hotel check-in
• Free time
After our "mandatory" trekking part, a day of rest and sightseeing is declared!
You can relax in the hotel's spa, stroll leisurely along the streets of Pokhara, take a boat ride on the lake, or sit in charming restaurants over a cup of aromatic Nepalese espresso.
For the most tireless and inquisitive, Pokhara offers a wealth of attractions and activities to suit every taste. We will be able to visit the Peace Pagoda and the Shiva Temple with stunning views of Pokhara and Phewa Lake, climb to the summit of Mount Sarangkot (by car, not by foot luckily) and see a different panorama of the mountains. We will now be able to unmistakably recognise the peaks and call them by their names like our close friends.
We can also visit a Temple hidden in the cave, as well as a waterfall - up to the group: our driver will be with us all day.
Brief of Day 11:
• Breakfast at the hotel in Pokhara
• Sightseeing program
• Free time in the evening
• Overnight at the hotel in Pokhara
You can relax in the hotel's spa, stroll leisurely along the streets of Pokhara, take a boat ride on the lake, or sit in charming restaurants over a cup of aromatic Nepalese espresso.
For the most tireless and inquisitive, Pokhara offers a wealth of attractions and activities to suit every taste. We will be able to visit the Peace Pagoda and the Shiva Temple with stunning views of Pokhara and Phewa Lake, climb to the summit of Mount Sarangkot (by car, not by foot luckily) and see a different panorama of the mountains. We will now be able to unmistakably recognise the peaks and call them by their names like our close friends.
We can also visit a Temple hidden in the cave, as well as a waterfall - up to the group: our driver will be with us all day.
Brief of Day 11:
• Breakfast at the hotel in Pokhara
• Sightseeing program
• Free time in the evening
• Overnight at the hotel in Pokhara
We say goodbye to the resort town of Pokhara and return to the highway connecting Pokhara and Kathmandu. Along the way, we will stop at the Cable car. From here, the cable car begins its ascent to an altitude of 1,300 meters to the village of Manakamana.
The Manakamana Temple is one of the most visited in Nepal, as it is believed to be a place where wishes come true. We will walk along the village's narrow streets, where vendors beckon customers into their stalls with incense and flower garlands. We will observe the Manakamana temple and make a wish. We might even make offerings to the gods and join in the ceremony and dancing in the square!
After enjoying the colours and atmosphere of this place and admiring the views of the surrounding mountains, we will get down to the highway and continue our journey to Kathmandu.
Brief of Day 12:
• Breakfast at a hotel in Pokhara
• Transfer to the Cable car (about 2.5-3 hours)
• Cable car ride to the Manakamana Temple (alt. 1,300 m.) - roundtrip ticket costs an additional $25
• Lunch for the whole group en route
• Transfer to Kathmandu - approximately 5-6 hours
• Check-in at a hotel in Kathmandu and overnight at a hotel
The Manakamana Temple is one of the most visited in Nepal, as it is believed to be a place where wishes come true. We will walk along the village's narrow streets, where vendors beckon customers into their stalls with incense and flower garlands. We will observe the Manakamana temple and make a wish. We might even make offerings to the gods and join in the ceremony and dancing in the square!
After enjoying the colours and atmosphere of this place and admiring the views of the surrounding mountains, we will get down to the highway and continue our journey to Kathmandu.
Brief of Day 12:
• Breakfast at a hotel in Pokhara
• Transfer to the Cable car (about 2.5-3 hours)
• Cable car ride to the Manakamana Temple (alt. 1,300 m.) - roundtrip ticket costs an additional $25
• Lunch for the whole group en route
• Transfer to Kathmandu - approximately 5-6 hours
• Check-in at a hotel in Kathmandu and overnight at a hotel
Today, bustling and colorful Kathmandu awaits us.
We will have breakfast at the hotel and head out on a sightseeing tour.
As in Bhaktapur and Lalitpur, we will start in Palace Square (Durbar Square). The buildings in the square were severely damaged during the 2015 earthquake, but Nepalese and volunteers from around the world were able to restore much of it.
We will have a small chance to see the living goddess Kumari, who resides in the Kumari Ghar ("the House of the Kumari") palace and is said to appear in a window at precisely 11 a.m.
Afterward, we will head to the Swayambhunath temple, located on a high mountain on the outskirts of Kathmandu. To get there, you need to climb 365 steps, corresponding to the number of days in a year. This task will seem easy to us after our 3,500-step "heavenly staircase".
After exploring Swayambhunath and having lunch, we conclude our excursion day with a visit to the Buddhist temple complex of Boudhanath in northeast Kathmandu. This is the holiest site in the city and the main center of Tibetan Buddhism. At the center of the complex is a large stupa, built in the 6th century on the route between Lhasa and Kathmandu. From the square base of the stupa's spire, the "all-seeing eyes of the Buddha" gaze out, and the stupa itself represents a spatial mandala symbolizing the five elements: sky, air, fire, water, and earth.
The five elements are encoded in both our company's name and logo.
A beautiful and symbolic end to our journey!
In the evening, we will celebrate its conclusion at a restaurant and watch a folklore performance.
Brief of Day 13:
• Breakfast at the hotel
• Visit to Kathmandu Durbar Square (additional ticket price: ~1,000 NPR = 650 rubles - payable on site at the ticket office)
• Visit to Swayambhunath (additional ticket price: ~250 NPR = 165 rubles - payable on site at the ticket office)
• Lunch at a cafe with a view of Swayambhunath
• Visit to Boudhanath (additional ticket price: ~400 NPR = 260 rubles - payable on site at the ticket office)
• Return to the hotel
• Farewell dinner for the whole group at a restaurant with a folklore program
We will have breakfast at the hotel and head out on a sightseeing tour.
As in Bhaktapur and Lalitpur, we will start in Palace Square (Durbar Square). The buildings in the square were severely damaged during the 2015 earthquake, but Nepalese and volunteers from around the world were able to restore much of it.
We will have a small chance to see the living goddess Kumari, who resides in the Kumari Ghar ("the House of the Kumari") palace and is said to appear in a window at precisely 11 a.m.
Afterward, we will head to the Swayambhunath temple, located on a high mountain on the outskirts of Kathmandu. To get there, you need to climb 365 steps, corresponding to the number of days in a year. This task will seem easy to us after our 3,500-step "heavenly staircase".
After exploring Swayambhunath and having lunch, we conclude our excursion day with a visit to the Buddhist temple complex of Boudhanath in northeast Kathmandu. This is the holiest site in the city and the main center of Tibetan Buddhism. At the center of the complex is a large stupa, built in the 6th century on the route between Lhasa and Kathmandu. From the square base of the stupa's spire, the "all-seeing eyes of the Buddha" gaze out, and the stupa itself represents a spatial mandala symbolizing the five elements: sky, air, fire, water, and earth.
The five elements are encoded in both our company's name and logo.
A beautiful and symbolic end to our journey!
In the evening, we will celebrate its conclusion at a restaurant and watch a folklore performance.
Brief of Day 13:
• Breakfast at the hotel
• Visit to Kathmandu Durbar Square (additional ticket price: ~1,000 NPR = 650 rubles - payable on site at the ticket office)
• Visit to Swayambhunath (additional ticket price: ~250 NPR = 165 rubles - payable on site at the ticket office)
• Lunch at a cafe with a view of Swayambhunath
• Visit to Boudhanath (additional ticket price: ~400 NPR = 260 rubles - payable on site at the ticket office)
• Return to the hotel
• Farewell dinner for the whole group at a restaurant with a folklore program
It is always hard to leave a place where you have had a good time, where your soul has rested. But without parting there is no meeting. Having been to Nepal for the first time, you are just getting a taste for it. Nepal captivates you and remains in your heart forever.
So, do not say "farewell" to Nepal, say "see you again!" - Pheri bhetaula!
(If your flight is in the afternoon, you will still have time to visit some of Kathmandu's sights. Ask your tour leader for advice.)
Brief of Day 14:
• Breakfast at the hotel
• Transfer to the airport 2.5-3 hours before departure
So, do not say "farewell" to Nepal, say "see you again!" - Pheri bhetaula!
(If your flight is in the afternoon, you will still have time to visit some of Kathmandu's sights. Ask your tour leader for advice.)
Brief of Day 14:
• Breakfast at the hotel
• Transfer to the airport 2.5-3 hours before departure
INCLUDED IN THE PRICE
OF THE TOUR
- 2 nights' accommodation in a 3/3+ star hotel in Bhaktapur in a double room
- 2 nights' accommodation in a 3/3+ star hotel in Bandipur in a double room
- 6 nights' accommodation in lodges during the trek in a double room (Thikedhunga, Banthanti, Ghorepani, Tadapani, Ghandruk, Jinu Danda)
- 2 nights' accommodation in a 3+/4 star hotel in Pokhara in a double room
- 2 nights' accommodation in a 3+/4 star hotel in Kathmandu in a double room
- All breakfasts in hotels in Bhaktapur, Bandipur, Pokhara, and Kathmandu
- Breakfasts, lunches, and dinners for the entire group in lodges and tea houses during the trek (7 days / 6 nights)
- 3 lunches for the entire group during the general program (days 3, 4, and 12)
- 3 dinners for the entire group (in Bhaktapur, Bandipur, and Kathmandu - days 2, 3, and 13 - Farewell Folklore Evening)*
- State and local taxes at hotels and lodges
- National Park trekking permit and trekkers' information management system (TIMS) card
- Local mountain guide during trekking (7 days)
- Porters during trekking - one porter per 2 people**
- English-speaking tour leader along the entire route
- Entry tickets to Bhaktapur and Patan
- All group transfers and luggage transportation as per the program (including group transfer from the airport to the hotel on day 1 of the program & group transfer to the airport on the last day of the tour)***
*, **, *** - see below in the "IMPORTANT INFORMATION"
EXCLUDED FROM THE PRICE OF THE TOUR
- International Flights to / from Kathmandu
- Entry visa to Nepal ($30)
- Medical insurance for the duration of the trip
- Lunches (except for days 3, 4, and 12 of the tour)
- Dinners (except for days 2, 3, and 13 of the tour)
- Entrance tickets to sites, museums, hot springs, and the Manakamana cable car
- Boat ride on Phewa Lake (~1800 NPR for the entire roundtrip ride - to the other side of the lake and back)
- Yoga class with an English-speaking instructor in Bhaktapur (hour-long class at the hotel - $15 per person)
- Guide services for additional excursions (if available) not included in the program
- Private transfer to the hotel - Airport transfer on departure day (approximately 1,000 Nepalese rupees)
- Additional and private transfers not included in the itinerary
- Tips to drivers, mountain guides, attendants, and porters, donations at temples
- All personal expenses during the trek (e.g., battery charging, internet, shower, hot water - approximately 100-500 Nepalese rupees per service) and other minor personal expenses during the tour
- All other expenses not specified in the itinerary
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
- * MealLunches and dinners for the group are available a la carte or in buffet style. When choosing a la carte dishes, the price includes one appetiser and one soup or hot dish.
The menu is discussed and ordered in advance.
Drinks are not included in the price of lunches and dinners. - ** Porters & mountain guidesOne porter carries luggage of no more than 12 kg per person, or a maximum of 24 kg.
After completing the trek, porters and mountain guides expect tips—this is customary in Nepal.
The tip amount is at the discretion of the tourists, but is typically between $25-$30. - *** Flights & transfersPlease check with us the recommended flight when booking your tour.
If you are departing separately from the group (at a completely different time), the cost of the group transfer will be deducted from the tour price.
This is approximately the equivalent of a taxi ride from central Kathmandu to the airport ($7-$10 per car). - BEFORE BOOKING THE TOURThis tour is suitable even for families with children aged 7+ and anyone in reasonable physical condition who does not suffer from musculoskeletal or cardiovascular diseases.
A mandatory requirement for participation in the tour is insurance coverage for "trekking in the mountains up to 3,500 m."
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