The Annapurna Experience in Comfort

After breakfast, you are transferred to the domestic airport for a flight of approximately 30 minutes. During the journey, you enjoy views of the Manaslu mountain ranges and the Annapurnas and Pokhara, in the heart of Népal's mountainous landscapes.

Upon your arrival, you are welcomed by your local guide and meet the team that will accompany you throughout your trekking. You then head towards Nayapul, the starting point of your adventure.

A walk of approximately 30 minutes then takes you to the village of Birethanti, where you rejoin your lodge to settle in and rest.

After breakfast, you begin your hike through cultivated lands and small farms that dot the landscape. You follow the right bank of the Modi Khola river, which originates in the Annapurnas Sanctuary, heading north. Facing you stands Machhapuchhre, a sacred peak recognizable by its fish-tail shape.

The trail gradually rises out of the valley and crosses small hamlets, terraced rice paddies and forests, offering beautiful panoramic views of the surrounding landscapes.

Early in the afternoon, you reach Ghandruk, where you settle at the Himalaya Lodge. From your accommodation, you enjoy a clear view of the peaks of the Annapurnas massif.

After a peaceful breakfast with a view of the Himalaya mountains, you leave Himalaya Lodge to begin your trek to Landruk. From the village of Ghandruk, the trail gradually descends to the banks of the Modi River. Along the way, you spot the cliffs where the famous Nepali honey hunters climb using ropes to harvest honey from the nests of large wild bees, known to be particularly dangerous.

You then cross the river via a suspension bridge, before following a trail that climbs up to the village of Landruk. Throughout your journey, you enjoy beautiful panoramic views of the Annapurna massif.

After lunch at La Bee lodge, your guide accompanies you on a visit to the village of Landruk, an opportunity to discover this mountain village and its surroundings.

After leaving Landruk and the Modi Khola valley, you continue your hike east, then heading south. The trail crosses small traditional villages and agricultural land, offering beautiful panoramas of the Annapurnas massif.

You arrive at the Ker & Downey Gurung Lodge, near Majhgaon, in time for lunch. Designed in the style of a traditional Népal village, this accommodation features rooms offering a clear view over the valley and surrounding mountains.

The afternoon is free to enjoy the lodge gardens and relax in this peaceful setting. You can also choose to explore the neighboring villages with your guide to discover more about local life.

This morning, you cross the traditional village of Patlekhet, which has managed to preserve its authenticity and local character.

Your hike continues through subtropical forests, where orchids, rhododendrons and magnolias meet. This varied vegetation accompanies your progression through the heart of Népal landscapes.

Along the way, you stop at the village of Pothana, where you will have the opportunity to meet Tibetan merchants and discover their activities.

From Pothana, you continue your hike to the lodge, enjoying beautiful panoramas of the Annapurnas massif. After lunch in this mountain setting, you resume your walk towards the old village of Dhampus, continuing your discovery of Népal landscapes.

After breakfast, you continue your hike along the ridge, before beginning a gradual descent towards the valley, located at 1,000 meters altitude. The trail crosses wooded hills and terraced crops, allowing you to enjoy the natural and agricultural landscapes of this region of Népal.

Upon your arrival at Phedi, you will meet your vehicles for a short transfer to your hotel in Pokhara, where you can settle in and rest after your trek.

Your day begins with a cup of tea or coffee served in your room. On clear days, enjoy your private veranda to admire the panoramas of the Dhaulagiri, Annapurna I and Makalu peaks. After breakfast, you set off for a short walk to discover two local schools. You can also choose to walk to a high viewpoint to contemplate the mountains rising to the north.

Back at the lodge, you have lunch before setting off with your guide to discover the surrounding villages. During your encounters, you may have the opportunity to exchange with former Gorkha, retired Nepalese soldiers. This region, still little frequented by travelers, has managed to preserve its authentic character.

You spend a second night at Three Mountain Lodge.

A transfer to Bandipur is also mentioned in the program. This former trading town was developed by the Newars of Bhaktapur, in the Kathmandu Valley, as a strategic stopover on the trade route linking India to Tibet.

After your visit, you make your way down leisurely to your lodge in Ghamalchhap, where you can settle in and enjoy the surrounding setting. In the afternoon, your guide accompanies you to discover a Gurung village, an opportunity to learn more about the traditions of this Nepalese community. You will also have the chance to attend traditional Gurung dances, for an immersion in local culture.

After breakfast, you take the same path as the day before to reach Bandipur, enjoying once again the landscapes that dot your journey.

From Bandipur, you take the road towards Katmandu, the capital of Népal. Throughout the journey, you enjoy natural landscapes, between green hills and rivers that punctuate your route. After approximately 4 hours of driving, you reach Katmandu.