Kathmandu Cultural Escape
Four unhurried days among the stupas, royal squares and living traditions of the Kathmandu Valley.
Trek through rhododendron forests and Gurung villages to the famous sunrise viewpoint of Poon Hill.
The Annapurna foothills offer some of the finest mountain scenery in Nepal on trails that are achievable for most active travellers. Trek through terraced farmland and rhododendron forests, stay in welcoming Gurung villages and climb to Poon Hill for a sunrise panorama of Dhaulagiri and Annapurna.
The route continues to the hot springs of Jhinu Danda before returning to the comforts of Pokhara.
Fly to Pokhara and prepare for the trek with your guide.
Short drive to the trailhead and an easy first day along the Bhurungdi river.
The famous 3,000 stone steps to Ulleri, then forest trails to Ghorepani (2,860 m).
Dawn climb to Poon Hill (3,210 m) for sunrise, then a ridge walk to Tadapani.
Descend through forest to the Gurung village of Ghandruk with its museum and stone houses.
Walk to Jhinu Danda and soak tired legs in the riverside hot springs.
Final walk and drive back to Pokhara for a celebratory dinner by the lake.
Morning flight to Kathmandu and an afternoon at leisure.
Transfer to the airport.
Expect 5–7 hours of walking per day with many stone steps. Maximum altitude 3,210 m.
A 25% deposit confirms your booking; the balance is due 30 days before departure. Cancellations made more than 45 days before travel receive a full refund of the deposit minus bank charges. Itineraries may be adjusted for weather, flight schedules or local conditions, always with an equivalent alternative. Comprehensive travel insurance is required for all travellers.
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Four unhurried days among the stupas, royal squares and living traditions of the Kathmandu Valley.
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