Poonhill Trek
Overview
Poonhill is rich of hidden treasure of Nepalese culture and tradition. During the trek the trail passes through world‟s famous „the Gorkha warrior‟ clan the Gurung and Magar‟s charming village, dense rhododendron (Nepalese national flower), Oak forest full of birds, green hills and patchwork valleys. Just about every angle is a tantalizing glimpse of Mt. Fishtail (6,993m,) Annapurna (8,091m) and Dhaulagiri (8,167) range on the initial part of the tour is breathtaking. On an excursion to Pun Hill one can observe the entire mountain ranges; covering red and pink rays of the Sun in full bloom at the Sunset and Sunrise. Rewarding treks that can be enjoyed by every lover of nature.
Included/Excluded
- Accommodation: Tourist Standard Hotels/Lodges on Full board basis (AP basis) During the trek.
- Access: Surface transport.
- Experience Professional Guide
- Sight-seeing Entrance fees.
- First aid (Medical kits).
- 1 Night Accommodation at Pokhara on BB Basis
- 2 Night Accommodation at Kathmandu on BB basis
- ACAP permits ( if requires)
- Any Government tax
- Personal interest items. Misplace of goods & having except inside hotel & vehicle.
- In the case of strike, expenses for extra overnights and extra over days beside the trip.
- Medical insurance personally.
Tour Plan
Upon arrival at Tribhuwan International airport Kathmandu, meet and assist by our representative and transfer to hotel.
Kathmandu is the capital of Nepal and the largest urban agglomerate of Nepal. The agglomerate consists of Kathmandu Metropolitan City at its core, and its sister cities Patan, Kirtipur, Thimi, and Bhaktapur. It also includes the recently recognized urban areas of Shankhapur, Karyabinayak, Champapur, Banepa, Dhulikhel and Panauti. According to a census conducted in 2011, Kathmandu metropolis alone has 975,453 inhabitants, and the agglomerate has a population of more than 2.5 million inhabitants. The city stands at an elevation of approximately 1,400 meters (4,600 ft) in the bowl-shaped Kathmandu Valley of central Nepal. It is surrounded by four major mountains: Shivapuri, Phulchoki, Nagarjun and Chandragiri.
Evening Pasupatinath darshan
Pashupatinath: situated approx. 4 km east of Kathmandu city, Pashupatinath temple is one of the holiest Hindu temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. Situated, amidst a lush green natural setting on the bank of the sacred Bagmati River, the temple built in pagoda style has gilted roof and richly carved silver doors. Visitors will be permitted to view the temple from the east bank of river Bagmati, entrance in the temple being strictly forbidden to all non Hindus. Pashupatinath is the centre of annual pilgrimage on the day of Shivratri which falls in the month of February/March. Behind the temple are the cremation grounds.
Meal: N/A Access: Surface transport
Breakfast at Hotel
Drive to Pokhara (200km), approximately 7hr away by Private Vehicle. We will see good scenery of countryside while driving. We will arrive in the late afternoon at Pokhara around 2 pm. Pokhara is an enchanting Himalayan Valley of remarkable beauty. We can explore its scenic land on bicycle/foot or you can go boating in Fewa Lake overlooking the region of Annapurna Himalayan ranges.
After check in and freshen up at hotel, visit World peace stupa
World Peace Stupa: Situated at the height of 1100 meters World Peace Stupa was built as a symbol of peace. Most peace pagodas built since World War II have been built under the guidance of Nichidatsu Fujii (1885–1985), a Buddhist monk from Japan, who was greatly inspired by his meeting with Mahatma Gandhi and decided to devote his life to promoting non-violence. It is a monument to inspire peace and help unite the search for world peace. Besides, it is also known for its breathtaking panoramic view of the Annapurna range, Pokhara city and Fewa Lake.
Meal: Breakfast, Access: Surface transport
Breakfast at Hotel
From Pokhara we drive to Ulleri (68 km.) 3 hr by vehicle over via hilly ridges of Lumle/kande and walk about 20 minutes to Birethanti, a large and prosperous town. Our trek starts from Ulleri, we head towards Ghorepani. Above the village where the trail climbs gently through pastures and cultivated fields. There are magnificent rhododendron and oak forest. Lunch spot in Nangethanti. Thanti is a Nepali words meaning “rest house”. In the winter the trail can be covered with show. From Nangethanti about one hours walking to Ghorepani at 2848m. Arrive at the top of the Ghorepani pass and camp there.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Access: Surface transport & Trek
We will wake up early morning to hike up to the famed sunrise vantage point of Poon Hill excursion at 5 am. You can hear the sounds of trekker preparing for the pre-dawn assault on Poon Hill. The journey climb to Poon Hill (3195 m) takes around 45minutes. As the sun rises, the views are literally breathtaking, a wide Himalayan panorama stretching from Dhaulagiri 8167m (the world’s seventh highest peak) to Manaslu 8156m (the world’s eighth highest peak) in the east, with the mighty Annapurna range in between them. Then we will return to our camp and time for breakfast. The first part is climbing along the ridges of the hills in pine and rhododendron forest to a top 3030 meters then descend towards Ghandruk. Overnight at local lodge at Ghandruk. (Free Campfire & Musical night)
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Access: Surface transport/Trek
We will wake up early morning As the sun rises, the views are literally breathtaking, a wide Himalayan panorama stretching from Dhaulagiri 8167m (the world’s seventh highest peak) to Manaslu 8156m (the world’s eighth highest peak) in the east, with the mighty Annapurna range in between them. From Ghandruk we catch vehicles to drive to Pokhara. ( 2/3 hrs drive)
1 hrs. boating on Fewa Lake, visit Taal Barahi Temple.
Late afternoon Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu. It takes same hours that take from Kathmandu to Pokhara.
Meal: Breakfast & Lunch Access: Surface transport
Breakfast at Hotel
In time transfer to TAI airport to connect onward flight
Meal: Breakfast Access: Surface transport
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