Luxury Annapurna Trek

Trip Facts
Accommodation: Luxury Hotels and Luxury Lodges During Trek
Grade: Easy
Max Altitude: 2,012 m/6,600 ft
Transportation: Private Vehicle/Flight
Meals: As Mentioned In The Itinerary
Duration : 11 Nights/12 Days
Group Size : 1 to 16 Pax
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Highlights of The Trek

  • Trek to the Foothills of most Diverse Annapurna Region while staying at Ker and Downey Comfortable Lodges 
  • Witness  Annapurna I (8,091), Annapurna South (7,219 m), Hiuchuli (6,441 m) , Mt. Fishtail (6,997 m) and other peaks
  • Visit many villages of Magar, Gurung people and witness Sunrise and Sunset over Annapurna Range
  • Enjoy Pokhara, the city of Nature, Adventure and Lakes
  • Stay at most Luxurious Dwarika's Hotel in Kathmandu and Tiger Mountain Pokhara Lodge 
  • Visit Sacred Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa and Swyombhunath Stupa in Kathmandu
  • Pay Homage to living goddess, Kumari in Kathmandu Durbar Square
  • Enjoy Nepali Food, Hospitality and Culture

Outline Itinerary

Day 01: Kathmandu Arrival (1,350 m/4,430 ft)

Day 02: Visit Pashupatinath Temple and Boudhanath Stupa in Kathmandu and Fly to Pokhara (827 m/2,713 ft)-30 Minutes

Day 03: Drive to Lumle -1 Hour and trek to Birethanti (1,150 m/3750 ft)- 3/4 Hours

Day 04: Trek to Ghandruk (2,012 m/6,600ft) - 5/6 Hours

Day 05: Day in Ghandruk

Day 06: Trek to Landruk (1,565 m/5,415ft) - 4 Hours

Day 07: Trek to Majgoan (1,400 m/4,593 ft) - 4 Hours

Day 08: Trek to Dhampus(1,525 m/5,000 ft)-4/5 Hours

Day 09: Trek to Phedi (1 ½ Hours), drive to Tiger Mountain Lodge (1,220 m/4,000 ft)-1 ½ Hours)

Day 10: Day at Tiger Mountain Pokhara Lodge

Day 11: Fly back to Kathmandu-30 Minutes and Visit Kathmandu Durbar Square & Swayambhunatah Stupa

Day 12: Departure from Kathmandu

Overview

Luxury Annapurna Trek is a sophisticated way of trekking to the Annapurna Region of Nepal.  We admire the beauty of Annapurna Region in a style and stay at the most comfortable ensuite lodges during the trek. During our adventure, we stay at some of the finest Nepali Architectural hotels and lodges, understand the Nepalese culture and enjoy the best views of Annapurna Mountains.

In Kathmandu, we stay at exclusive Dwarikas hotel, Temple Tree Resort in Pokhara for first night and few nights at Tiger Mountain Pokhara Lodge after the trek. During our trek, we stay at Ker and Downey Lodges in ensuite rooms with comfortable bed allow us to experience in comfort some of the most spectacular mountain vistas in the world. Ker and Downey Trek starts with city sightseeing in Kathmandu and 30 minutes flight to Pokhara. We visit some of the monuments at Pokhara and drive to Lumle next day to begin our trek. As Ker and Downey lodges are just a day apart from each other, you have option on number of trek days. After the trek, we stay at Tiger Mountain Pokhara Lodge in a hill near Pokhara which is the best of its kind for its elegance and essence of luxury before we fly back to Kathmandu.

This Luxury Trek in Nepal is perfect for Couple, Family with kids, Honeymoon Couple or anybody who wants to make the best of their adventure with luxury in Nepal. The best season for Nepal Luxury Trek is Autumn, Spring, winter and early summer. 

Detail Itinerary


After arriving at Kathmandu International Airport, our Alpine Holidays representative will meet you at the airport before the immigration. We will assist you for Visa and Immigration. After collecting luggage, you will be escorted to the hotel. Upon arrival at the hotel, you will be provided welcome drinks along with the room key. In the evening, we will take you to the Finest Nepali Restaurant for Dinner to make you introduce with Nepal food and culture.

Accomodation: Overnight at Dwarikas Hotel in Kathmandu.

Meals: D

Activity Duration:

After breakfast, our city tour guide takes you to the monuments around Kathmandu. We will visit Pashupatinath Temple of Lord Shiva at the bank of Holy Bagmati River. Hindu people cremate the death body at the bank of the river with the belief of salvation. After this Hindu Temple, we drive to Boudhanath Stupa which is one of the biggest Stupas and a center for Tibetan Buddhism. In the afternoon, we drive to Domestic airport for 30 minutes flight to Pokhara. In the evening, we can do quick sightseeing of Devi’s fall, Mahadev Cave, Tibetan Refugee Camp and can do boating at Fewa Lake.

Accomodation: Overnight at Temple Tree Resort and Spa in Pokhara.

Meals: B D

Activity Duration:

After breakfast, we drive to Lumle, our trek start point and walk will follow a ridgeline in the lower foothills of the Annapurnas with surrounding views of the Pokhara Valley. This route then drops to the Modi River Valley, where Ker & Downey's Sanctuary Lodge is located. The lodge has magnificent views of the sacred and unclimbed Fishtail Mountain, or Machhapuchhre, as it is locally known. Lunch is at the lodge followed by an optional walk to the village of Birethanti. Or you may choose to spend the afternoon exploring the surrounding river valley.

Accomodation: Overnight at Sancturay Lodge in Birethanti.

Meals: B L D

Activity Duration:

After breakfast, we leave the lodge walking out through the outlying farms following the Modi River Valley. Soon we begin to climb out of the valley & up towards the mountains. The trail passes through jeep tracks, small hamlets, terraced rice fields and forests with spectacular views of the surrounding valley. Snacks are provided along the trail. Hot lunch is served on arrival at the lodge. It is from this lodge that there are magnificent close up views of the surrounding mountains.

Accomodation: Overnight at Himalayan Lodge in Ghandruk.

Meals: B L D

Activity Duration:

We wake up this morning with tea and coffees served in the garden and watch the sunrise over Annapurna South, Annapurna 1, Hiunchuli, Gangapurna, and the Fishtail. After enjoying a relaxing breakfast and the glorious views from the Himalaya Lodge, our guide will take us on an exploration of this mountain village and the surrounding countryside. Ghandruk was once a major recruitment centre for the famous Gurkha soldiers. The women of Ghandruk maintain a local industry of weaving traditional Nepalese rugs.

Accomodation: Overnight at Himalayan Lodge in Ghandruk.

Meals: B L D

Activity Duration:

After enjoying a relaxing breakfast and the glorious views from the lodge, we start our trek to Landruk. After leaving the village of Ghandruk, the trail descends steeply to the banks of the Modi River. Here, you will be at the base of the cliffs where the famed honey hunters of Nepal climb on ropes to collect the honey. You will then cross a strong suspension bridge to the opposite banks of the Modi. From here it is about a hour’s trek up switch backs and steps to reach the village of Landruk. Landruk affords more glorious views of the Annapurna range. Arrive in time for lunch. Your guide will take you on an exploration hike of this mountain village after lunch.

Accomodation: Overnight at La Bee Lodge in Landruk.

Meals: B L D

Activity Duration:

After breakfast, we leave the Lodge & trek to Majgoan. Today’s trek contours the side of the hill, with small ups and downs, passing through villages and farmland. We will reach Majgoan in lunch time with optional afternoon hikes to the surrounding villages.

Accomodation: Overnight at Gurung/Mala Lodge in Majgoan.

Meals: B L D

Activity Duration:

This morning we start out trekking through the village of Patlekhet. Our walk takes us through sub-tropical forests that include tree orchids, rhododendrons and magnolias. Along the way, we will stop at the village of Pothana at 1,890m where many Tibetan traders live and sell their souvenirs. After about 4 ½ hours, we arrive at the Lodge. From the lodge, there are sweeping views of the entire Annapurna Range. After lunch at the lodge there will be an optional walk through the old village of Dhampus.

Accomodation: Overnight at Basanta Lodge in Dhampus.

Meals: B L D

Activity Duration:

After breakfast, we depart along the ridge & descend through the wooded hillside and terraced farmland to the valley floor at Phedi. From Phedi, we drive to Pokhara (30 Minutes) and to Tiger Mountain Pokhara Lodge at Kandani Danda which is further 1 hour from Pokhara at a hill with mountain backdrops. We will have lunch at the lodge and rest for the day. Lodge has quite the vantage point offering panoramic mountain views of Machhapuchhare, and three of the world's 8,000 m Himalayan peaks, Dhaulagiri, Annapurna, and Manaslu.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tiger Mountain Pokhara Lodge.

Meals: B L D

Activity Duration:

This day, you can rest the full day or can indulge in various activities lodge offers. Enjoy morning tea or coffee with serene views of the mountains. You may go for a pre-breakfast birding tour or take some time for light exercises. Following breakfast, you will have a number of options from a day's walk to Thuloswara Gurung Village or a shorter walk to the charming Begnas Lake. Both the trails take you through several local villages, forests, and terraced farmlands.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tiger Mountain Pokhara Lodge.

Meals: B L D

Activity Duration:

After breakfast at hotel, we drive to Pokhara airport for morning flight back to Kathmandu. In Kathmandu, we visit Kathmandu Durbar Square and its collection of ornate palaces, courtyards and temples, as well as the Ason Bazaar and the Kumari Ghar, home to the living goddess of the Kumari Devi. Then we will drive to Swayambhunath Stupa (also known as the Monkey Temple). The world’s most glorious Buddhist Chaityas built 2000 years ago situated on a hillock about 77 m above the level of the Kathmandu valley. Visitors will also have a grand view of the valley and mountains from this spot. After sightseeing, we drive back to hotel. In the late afternoon, visit to Thamel is worth for walk and some last minute shopping. Thamel is tourist hub, a visitor friendly area with multi cuisine restaurants, local souvenir shops, discotheque and bars with live music In the evening, we will host a grand farewell dinner.

Accomodation: Overnight at Dwarika’s Hotel in Kathmandu.

Meals: B D

Activity Duration:

After breakfast, free time until we drop you to the airport before 3 hours of your flight time.

Accomodation:

Meals: B

Activity Duration:

Cost Info

Cost Includes:

  • Garland welcome, CIP Arrival and departure transfers in Kathmandu with office representative.
  • 2 Nights in Kathmandu at Dwarikas Hotel and 1 Night at Temple Tree in Pokhara with breakfast and all applicable hotel taxes. 
  • 2 Nights at Tiger Mountain Pokhara Lodge with all meals and applicable taxes.
  • 6 Nights/7 Days Luxury Ker and Downey All  Inclusive Treks in Annapurna Region with breakfast, lunch and dinner and tea/coffee each time in meals. 
  • Happy Hour at Ker and Downey Lodges between 6 pm to 7 pm.
  • Kathmandu/Pokhara/Kathmandu flight with all necessary transfers. 
  • Pokhara/ Lumle and Phedi/Pokhara by Private Vehicle.
  • Meals as indicated in the Itinerary.
  • English Speaking Trek Guide with a reliable team of porters (2:1 Ratio) and additional members as per the requirements.
  • Insurance for Guide, porters and Sherpa with their meals, accommodation and daily allowances.
  • First Aid Kit and Duffel Bag.
  • Kathmandu full day sightseeing with English Speaking Tour Guide with all applicable entrance fees.
  • Welcome and Farewell dinners at Specialty Restaurants in Kathmandu.
  • All Necessary Trekking Permits. 
  • Bottle Drinking water in vehicle for sightseeing drives and transfers.
  • All drives, sightseeing and transfers by Deluxe Vehicle as per the group size.
  • 24/7 hours Assistance.

Cost Excludes:

  • International Airfare to/from Kathmandu.
  • Nepal Visa fees on Arrival at airport (USD 30/- for 15 Days).
  • Meals other than breakfast in Kathmandu except welcome and farewell dinners.
  • Personal nature of expenses like tips, bar bills, laundry and personal expenses.
  • Cost may arise of natural calamities, flight cancellation, illness, hospitalization, tour cancellation, blockade etc.
  • Cost for Emergency Helicopter Evacuation Charges in case of emergency.
  • Other than in our include section.

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Associated With

  • TAAN
  • NTB
  • NMA
  • Pata