Annapurna Luxury Trek

Trip at a Glance

  • Trip Name: Annapurna Luxury Trek
  • Trip Code:
  • Trip Duration: 12 days
  • Trip Grade: Easy
  • Activities: Adventure, Family, Luxury
  • Meals: Breakfast in City and three meal during the trekking
  • Transportation: Plane/Bus/Hiace/Jeep/Car
  • Best Season: Spring & Autumn
  • Country: Nepal
  • Max Altitude: 2000 m
  • Group size: Minimum 1

Trip Overview

Annapurna region in Nepal has a lush Himalayan foothills to trek and explore and you can mix luxury and trekking there. The lower region of the Annapurna has luxury lodges that make your stay luxurious in the mountains. Annapurna Luxury Trek is an adventure that you can do it style.

What is Annapurna Luxury Trek like?

This adventure is a short trekking trip in the Annapurna region. It involves six days of trekking in the Annapurna foothills. The adventure goes on a relaxed pace letting you more time to enjoy and relax. However, a couple of days of trekking are a bit longer than others.

As a luxury trekking adventure, the trip uses luxury lodges as accommodation option. Short walking hours, going on an easy pace, and staying at luxury accommodations during the trip give you more time to relax as you explore.

You can enjoy beautiful and lush green nature and also enjoy the view of mountains at the same time. The view of mountain peaks in the Annapurna range makes the adventure more beautiful. While trekking in the region, you also get to explore beautiful villages as you trek past them or stay overnight.

All the places where you stay overnight have spectacular view of the Annapurna range. You can relax and enjoy the view and luxury of the accommodation when you reach the overnight destinations. Trekking on a relaxed pace, enjoying the view of the mountains and nature, and staying cozy in the luxury lodge accommodation is something to do in style while in adventure.

If you want to go on another beautiful short trek in the region, please check here.

 

Why Annapurna Luxury Trek?

As a short and easy trek in Nepal, this adventure is suitable for everybody who want to enjoy trekking in nature. This trek is an ideal holiday trip for you if you –

  • Are looking for a soft walking adventure
  • Want to trek in style
  • Love to spend time in nature and local villages
  • Want to enjoy spectacular view of the Annapurna without trekking to higher altitudes

 

Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival in Nepal, Meeting with Step On Himalaya Team

The arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport is the first day of the trek. After arriving at the airport, the representative of Step On Himalaya will be there to welcome you and to take you to the hotel. You can freshen up, rest and then wander around or just relax. A short guidance and briefing about the trekking. Overnight at the hotel.

Accommodation: Hotel

Meal: n/a

Day 02: Sightseeing tour of Kathmandu Valley

A day for exploration of Kathmandu valley. It is an organized sightseeing tour in the different cultural heritages of Kathmandu in a private vehicle guided by an experienced, English speaking guide. Swayambhunath, Pashupatinath, Boudhanath, Kathmandu Durbar Square, Patan Durbar Square are some cultural and historical sites. After the sightseeing tour, you will be back at the hotel. In the evening, you can visit the local markets if you want. Overnight at the hotel.

Accommodation: Hotel

Meal: Breakfast

Day 03: Fly from Kathmandu to Pokhara, a short drive to Nayapul and then Hike to Birenthanti.

An early morning breakfast and then a flight to Pokhara. The representative will take you to the Domestic Airport and you will fly for about 25 – 30 minutes to Pokhara enjoying a scenic view of the magnificent Himalayan ranges. After arriving at Pokhara city, you will drive to Nayapul for about an hour. From there, you will hike towards Birethanti following the Trail of Modi River. Birethanti is the checkpoint of the ACAP. Stay overnight in the Sanctuary Lodge in Birethanti.

Accommodation: Lodge

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 04: Trekking from Birethanti to Ghandrung

2nd day of the trek – Actual trek starts from Birethanti. Following the river, you will set the destination to Ghandrung village. There are small typical settlements of Gurung communities, rice paddy fields and lush vegetation on the way. Ghandrung offers amazing sceneries of snowy Himalayan peaks. After walking for about 4 hours, you will reach the Himalaya lodge of Ghandrung enjoying the luxury and coziness of this lodge. Stay overnight in the luxurious lodge of Ghandrung.

Accommodation: Lodge

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 05: Exploration around Ghandrung village

A whole day to explore the beauty of Ghandrung village. The Annapurna Luxury Trek is a luxurious trek so we will spend more time to enjoy the cultural and natural beauty of the Annapurna region. You will enjoy the simple lifestyle of the Gurung people and the ancient culture and tradition. The exploration around Ghandrung village is a wonderful experience. Another night in Ghandrung.

Accommodation: Lodge

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 06: Trekking from Ghandrung village to Majgaon

Majgaon is the destination today. You will walk from Ghandrung village enjoying the magical views of the gigantic mountains. You will walk down to the Modi river and the uphill towards the Gurung cottage in Majgaon for the luxury stay. Stay overnight in Majgaon.

Accommodation: Lodge

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 07: Trekking from Majgaon to Dhampus

You will trek today to the Dhampus village. This village offers you a rich cultural and natural wonders. The trek from Majgaon to Dhampus is an amazing scenic walk. Stay overnight at Basanta Lodge in Dhampus.

Accommodation: Lodge

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 08: Trekking from Dhampus to Phedi and then drive to Pokhara

It is a short trekking today from Dhampus village to Phedi for about an hour. The descent will offer the amazing lush vegetation with the beautiful rice paddy fields. After arriving at Phedi, you will drive to Pokhara. A private vehicle will be waiting there to take you to the hotel. You can freshen up and relax or wander around the Pokhara city. Stay overnight at the hotel in Pokhara.

Accommodation: Hotel

Meal: Breakfast

Day 09: Activity day in Pokhara

You will spend a whole day in Pokhara valley doing different adventurous and fun activities. Boating in Phewa Lake, Sunrise view from Sarangkot, visit Gupteshwor cave, Davis falls, Tibetan refugee camp, etc. are some fun activities. You will then return to the Hotel in Pokhara and stay overnight.

Accommodation: Hotel

Meal: Breakfast

Day 10: Fly back to Kathmandu from Pokhara

After having breakfast, you will enjoy the flight back to Kathmandu from Pokhara. You will now be taken to the 5-star hotel of Kathmandu. Stay overnight.

Accommodation: Hotel

Meal: Breakfast

Day 11: Leisure day in Kathmandu

A spare day to spend in Kathmandu. After spending wonderful days in the mountains of the Annapurna region, today you will get a chance to roam around the bustling town of Kathmandu valley. You can go shop around or relax.

Accommodation: Hotel

Meal: Breakfast

Day 12: Departure day to Tribhuwan International Airport

The final day of Annapurna Luxury Trek – Departure day. These 11 days of the trekking would be the life experience of yours. You will reach the airport with the representative of Step On Himalaya at least 3 hours before the flight time. Hoping to hear from you for the next visit to Nepal, have a safe flight.

Accommodation: n/a

Meal: Breakfast

Service Includes

  • Airport transfers 2 way – pick up and drop services in private vehicle
  • Accommodation in 5 – star hotel in Kathmandu and Pokhara with Breakfast
  • Accommodation in Luxury lodges during trekking with full board meals
  • Flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara to Kathmandu.
  • Guided Sightseeing Tour as per the itinerary
  • Experienced, English speaking, Government License Holder Guide with other supporting staffs
  • All the ground transportation from the starting to the end of the Trekking
  • Salary, Insurances, Food and Accommodation allowances, etc. for the staff

Service Excludes

  • Nepal Entry Visa fee
  • International Airfare from and to Nepal
  • Personal expenses like Bar bills, snacks, laundry, battery charging, internet, etc.
  • Meals in Kathmandu and Pokhara except for Breakfast
  • Any unexpected or unforeseen expenses due to mishaps or natural calamities or medical emergencies
  • Gratitude and Tips to the staff
  • Any fees or services not mentioned in “Cost Includes” section