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7 Day Nepal Tirkhedhunga Trek
Highlights: Pokhara
Trip start: Pokhara
Trip end: Pokhara
* USD per person based on 2-4 people, double occupancy. Custom designed personal tour. Prices subject to change.

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Trip Summary
Map of Itinerary
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Pokhara is a remarkable place of natural beauty. Situated at an altitude of 827m from the sea level and 200km west of Kathmandu valley, the city is known as a center of adventure. The natural beauty of its lakeside location its proximity to the mountains has made it the natural choice for trekkers and adventurers. This trek is a wonderful opportunity to witness the beauty of the Annapurna region with a shorter trek. The trip starts just north of the city of Pokhara and winds through the Poon Hill area. This is one of the lower elevation treks that we offer.

Day Activities Hotel
Day 1
Pokhara
  • Pokhara: Transfer - Airport - Car/Guide
  • Dinner (not included)
Pokhara Trekking Tour 
Day 2
Pokhara
  • Private - Tirkhedhunga (1494m) - Van/Guide
  • Lunch (included)
  • Dinner (included)
Pokhara Trekking Tour 
Day 3
Pokhara
  • Private - Ghorepani (2530m) - Guide
  • Lunch (included)
  • Dinner (included)
Pokhara Trekking Tour 
Day 4
Pokhara
  • Private - Ghandrung (1920m) - Guide
  • Lunch (included)
  • Dinner (included)
Pokhara Trekking Tour 
Day 5
Pokhara
  • Private - Dhampus (1950m) - Guide
  • Lunch (included)
  • Dinner (included)
Pokhara Trekking Tour 
Day 6
Pokhara
  • Private - Tirkhedhunga (1494m) - Van/Guide
  • Lunch (included)
  • Dinner (not included)
Pokhara Trekking Tour 
Day 7
Pokhara
  • Transfer - Airport - Car/Guide
Depart 
B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner, 1/2d = Half Day, Al = All Inclusive

Trip Options
All our itineraries may be customized as you wish, add extra days, change a hotel, see different sights. Contact one of our expert consultants for your free, no-obligation vacation plan.

Itinerary

Day 1 Pokhara

Pokhara is 198 km west of Kathmandu, and one of the most popular tourist destinations in Nepal. In no other place do mountains rise so quickly. In this area, within 30 km, the elevation rises from 1000 m to over 7500 m. The Dhaulagiri, Annapurna and Manaslu ranges, each with peaks over 8000 m, can be seen from Pokhara and there is a lake named Phewa Lake, three caves (Mahendra, Bat and Gupteswor) and an impressive falls (Patale Chhango or Devi's Falls) where the water from the Phewa Lake thunders into a hole and disappears.

Airport transfer with private vehicle, driver and representative

Follow trails through oak and rhododendron forest where the sound of the bird calls fill the air and camp in serene locations that afford magnificent views of the Annapurna range. Pokhara is situated 200km from kathmandu and which is very famous for beautiful lakes with panoramic views of Annapurna ranges. Phewa lake is its main attraction .The routes in this Area do cover some of the most beautiful villages and offer some of the finest mountain views in Nepal. You will find different ethnic groups and cultural diversity in this region.

Overnight at Pokhara Trekking Tour.


Pokhara
Pokhara
Phewa lake
Phewa lake
Day 2 Pokhara

Drive to Nayapul from you hotel in Pokhara and walk to Birenthati (1037m). Trek to Tirkhedhunga (1494m). It is one-hour drive from Pokhara to Nayapul and a short walk to Birenthati (1037m) situated on the Modi River. The trail ascends and reaches Tirkhedhunga in about 3 and half hour walk.

Overnight at Pokhara Trekking Tour.


Nayapul
Nayapul
Day 3 Pokhara

Ascend the steep steps for about 2 hours to Ulleri (2012m). Continue climbing from Ulleri another 2 hours walk to lunch stop at Nyathanti. The climb continues on through wet temperate forests of oak and rhododendron until Ghorepani. Camp side is about 10 minutes walk form Ghorepani. Depending upon weather and physical condition it is recommended to make an hour climb to Poon Hill (3100m) for a panoramic view of Annapurna range. From Ghorepani there is a spectacular view of Dhaulagiri & Annapurna.

Overnight at Pokhara Trekking Tour.


View from Poon Hill
View from Poon Hill
Day 4 Pokhara

Leave Ghorepani after having magnificent views from Poon Hill. From Ghorepani you leave the main trail that leads you to Jomsom/Muktinath, and instead walk to Tadapani, which is fairly easy. Some parts of the trail are slippery during December and January. Decend to Ghandrung.

Overnight at Pokhara Trekking Tour.


Ghandrung Village
Ghandrung Village
Day 5 Pokhara

From Ghandrung it is a steep descent on a stone staircase down to the Modi Khola and then climb about to Landrung (1610m). The trail then ascends very gradually through meadows to Tolka. From Tolka the trail climbs up to a pass and then descends very gradually to Pothana. From Pothana it is about 1-hour walk down to Dhampus

Overnight at Pokhara Trekking Tour.


Dhampus
Dhampus
Day 6 Pokhara

Drive to Nayapul from you hotel in Pokhara and walk to Birenthati (1037m). Trek to Tirkhedhunga (1494m). It is one-hour drive from Pokhara to Nayapul and a short walk to Birenthati (1037m) situated on the Modi River. The trail ascends and reaches Tirkhedhunga in about 3 and half hour walk.

Overnight at Pokhara Trekking Tour.


Day 7 Pokhara

Airport transfer with private vehicle, driver and representative

Overnight at Depart.



Trip Includes
Guaranteed departure - Tours, Transfers, Flights, Meals, Fees where indicated as per the itinerary - Local and international traveler assistance during your tour - Specialised and personalised services

Trip Excludes
Tips - Laundry - Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages unless explicitly noted - Optional activities/extras - Visas - Vacation insurance

Trip Terms & Conditions

  • Your deposit is due immediately on booking (30% of program price, minimum $250). The balance is due 90 days prior to departure. We accept payment via credit card, certified check, wire transfer or money order.
  • Tour quotes do not include international air fare to/from the trip start point unless noted on the itinerary
  • Cost increases in currency exchange, government fees, taxes, surcharges or hotel/lodge tariff increases between quote date and start date are payable by the client.
  • We will exercise best efforts to book hotels per the itinerary, however, in busy seasons and with client bookings made within 90 days of tour date we may be forced to offer substitutes.
  • Cancellations of confirmed bookings 90 days or more prior to departure will receive full refund minus a $350 (per person) administrative fee and any non-refundable paid fees (e.g. non-refundable airfare, cruise or hotel deposits). 60-89 days will be subject to loss of deposit. 30-59 days will be subject to loss of 50% of program price. 29 days or less will be subject to 100% of program price.
  • Payment of the program price constitutes your acceptance of the terms and conditions set out at www.kensingtontours.com/terms-and-conditions
  • Living Standards and practices at destination may differ from those in North America with respect to provisions of utilities, services and accommodation.