Annapurna Luxury Trek
Trip at a Glance
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Country: Nepal
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Trip grade: Moderate
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Destination: Annapurna region
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Activities: Luxury Trekking
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Accommodation: Luxury Hotels/Tea-houses
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Meals: Full-board on trek
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Transportation: Private vehicle/Plane
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Maximum altitude: Ghandruk (2012m)
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Group size: 2 pax min
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Best Season: Feb-Jun, Sep-Nov
Annapurna Luxury Trek offers a high-end trekking experience in the Annapurna region of Nepal. Trekkers will get to stay at luxurious accommodations readily available on the trails, enjoy gourmet meals and be guided by an experienced guide on this journey. The trekking region of Annapurna is popular for its stunning mountain views, diverse landscapes, and rich cultural experiences, and adding stays at luxuy lodges will surely enhance your Himalayan adventure.
Staying at luxurious lodges is the prime highlight of this trek where you can relax and rejuvenate after a day’s trek. It’s the best way for an overnight stay to enjoy gourmet meals prepared by skilled chefs to help you unwind after a long day of trekking.
The trek starts after a flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara then spends a night in the beautiful lakeside city of Pokhara. The trekking trails pass through lush forests, traditional villages, terraced farmlands witnessing a spectacular Himalayan panorama along the trail.
Annapurna Luxury Trek is a selected trek for anyone who wants to witness the beauty of the Annapurna region in style and comfort combining adventure and luxury in one of the most beautiful trekking destinations in the world.
Annapurna Luxury Trek Highlights
- Discover Pokhara City, the beautiful lakeside city in Nepal.
- Enjoy spectacular views of the Annapurna Range, including Annapurna I, Annapurna II, Annapurna III, Annapurna IV, and Machhapuchhre.
- Stay at luxury lodges with modern amenities along the trekking trail.
- Trek along traditional villages to learn about the culture and traditions of the local communities.
- Visit the most beautiful mountain village in Annapurna – Ghandruk (2012m)
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu (1400m)
Day 2: Kathmandu City Sightseeing (1400m)
Day 3: Fly to Pokhara & half day sightseeing
Day 4: Drive to Dhawa from Pokhara (1.5 hrs drive) & trek to Birethanti (1150m/3-4 hrs)
Day 5: Trek from Birethanti to Ghandruk (2012m/5-6 hrs)
Day 6: Trek from Ghandruk to Landruk (1565m/4 hrs)
Day 7: Trek from Landruk to Majgaon /Tomijong (1400m/5-6 hrs)
Day 8: Rest day at Tomijong (1400m)
Day 9: Trek from Tomijong to Dhampus (1,525m/4-5 hrs)
Day 10: Trek from Dhampus to Ghattekhola & drive to Pokhara (1 hr trek/45 min drive)
Day 11: Fly to Kathmandu from Pokhara
Day 12: Final Departure
Arrive in Kathmandu and one of our representatives will receive you and then transfer to your hotel in Kathmandu. The rest of the time is free to explore the city where your hotel is located which is usually at Thamel – the popular tourist hub in Kathmandu where every needs and facilities for the tourist are located like hotels, pubs, restaurants, departmental stores, trek gear shops etc. Or you can simply rest at your hotel if you are jet lagged and get ready for an amazing Himalayan trek.
After breakfast is the cultural sightseeing around Kathmandu City where your city guide will take you to 4 UNESCO World Heritage namely Swaymbhunath ‘Monkey Temple, Patan Durbar Square, Pashupatinath and Boudhanath.
Swayambhunath is a Buddhist Stupa located at a hilltop from where a spectacular view of Kathmandu City and the surrounding mountains can be seen. Due to the many monkeys around it’s forested area tourists popularly named it ‘Monkey Temple’. Patan Durbar Square is the ancient seat of royal kings of the past where beautiful royal palaces, courtyards, and temples are located. Pashupatinath is the holiest Hindu temple of Lord Shiva located at the banks of the holy Bagmati River where Hindu funerals are also performed.
Moving on to Boudhanath which is the biggest Buddhist Stupa in the Kathmandu Valley where the city tour ends where you will have your lunch and drive back to your hotel.
In the evening is meeting with office staff and your trek guide who shall brief you all about your next day trek like what to pack, things to avoid, checking your gear etc.
After breakfast fly from Kathmandu to Pokhara which takes approximately 20 minutes and offers breathtaking views of the Himalayan peaks, including Annapurna and Dhaulagiri. Upon arrival at Pokhara Airport, you'll be greeted by our local guide and transferred to your hotel. Then check in your hotel, freshen up, and relax for a short while.
In the afternoon, embark on a half-day sightseeing tour of Pokhara visiting places like Phewa Lake, Devi's Fall, Gupteshwor Cave, Bindabasini temple etc and back to your hotel. After the sightseeing tour, you have the evening free to explore Pokhara on your own. You can visit Lakeside, Pokhara's main tourist area, which offers a variety of restaurants, shops, and cafes.
We go for one hour by road to the starting location of our trek with guides and porters. We'll be walking along a ridgeline with views of the Pokhara Valley in the lower foothills of the Annapurna. The Mountain Lodges of Nepal, Birethati are situated in the Modi River Valley where this route then descends. The lodge offers stunning views of Machhapuchhare, also known as Fishtail Mountain, a holy mountain that has never been scaled. A stroll to the village of Birethanti is optional after lunch at the resort. Alternately, you could decide to spend the afternoon exploring the nearby river valle
Following the Modi River Valley, we leave the resort after breakfast and stroll among the nearby farmland. We soon start to ascend and leave the valley in the direction of the mountains. The trail offers breathtaking views of the surrounding valley as it winds through little hamlets, terraced rice fields, and woodlands. When you arrive at the lodge in the early afternoon, a hot lunch is provided. Beautiful up-close views of the nearby mountains may be had from this resort.
We begin our walk to Landruk after a leisurely breakfast and admiring the breathtaking views from the Lodge. The trail sharply descends to the banks of the Modi River after leaving the town of Ghandruk. You will be standing at the base of the cliffs where Nepal's renowned honey hunters scale the cliffs on ropes to gather the honey. A sturdy suspension bridge will next take you across to the Modi's opposing banks. To get to the village of Landruk from here, you must go up switchbacks and stairs for roughly an hour. More beautiful views of the Annapurna range are available from Landruk.
Be there in time for lunch. After lunch, your guide will lead you on a hike to explore this mountain community.
We leave the lodge and travel to Majgaon after breakfast. The journey today follows a hillside with minor ascents and descents, going through farms and communities. You'll arrive at the Lodge in time for lunch and have the option of taking an afternoon hike to one of the nearby communities.
This morning, when tea and coffee are given in the garden, we awaken to the sight of the dawn above Gangapurna, the Fishtail, Hiunchuli, and Annapurna South. After a leisurely breakfast and taking in the breathtaking views from the Lodge, our guide will lead us on a tour of this mountain community and the surrounding area. After exploring Majgaon, we travel the 30 minutes to Tomijong to partake in the Tomijong experience.
We set out on a trip through the pristine town of Patlekhet this morning. We go through subtropical forests filled with magnolias, rhododendrons, and tree orchids. We will make a pit stop in Pothana, a settlement at 6200 feet/1890 meters, where many Tibetan vendors dwell and sell their trinkets. There are expansive views of the entire Annapurna Range from the lodge. There will be an optional tour through the historic village of Dhampus following lunch at the resort.
We set out along the ridge after an early breakfast and descend via forested hillside and terraced farms to the valley level trek end Ghattekhola. After that, we travel by car to Pokhara.
After breakfast fly to Kathmandu from Pokhara. The flight from Pokhara to Kathmandu offers another opportunity for stunning mountain views, so have your camera ready. The flight usually takes around 20 minutes, depending on weather conditions.
Upon arrival in Kathmandu, you'll be met by a representative who will assist with your transfer to your hotel. Check in to your hotel and take some time to freshen up and relax. The rest of the day is at your leisure. In the evening, enjoy a farewell dinner at a local restaurant, celebrating the successful completion of your trek and the wonderful experiences you've had in Nepal.
The trip concludes and our office representatives will take you to the international airport in Kathmandu to catch your onward flight to your next destination or fly back home. You need to be at least 3 hours prior to your flight time at the airport.
Thank you for visiting Nepal and we hope your Himalayan Holiday has come true. Have a safe flight back home!
If you plan to extend your holiday then other travel activities like jungle safari, rafting, mountain biking, bungee jumping etc are also up on the list.
What is included?
- Airport pick-up and drop services.
- Hotel accommodations at luxury hotels in Kathmandu & Pokhara with breakfast.
- Guided sightseeing tour of Kathmandu & Pokhara city.
- Monument entrance fees during Kathmandu/Pokhara sightseeing.
- Kathmandu/Pokhara/Kathmandu round airfares.
- All trekking accommodation with Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner at luxury lodges on twin sharing basis.
- Four seasonal sleeping bag (to be returned after trip completion) & Marron duffel bags.
- A comprehensive medical kit (will be carried by the trekking guide).
- Transfers to/from trek-start-points by a private vehicle.
- Experienced Government licensed English Speaking Guide & Porter (1 porter for two people) including their food, accommodation, salary & insurance.
- Permits for Annapurna Conservation Area Project & TIMS (Trekkers' Information Management System).
- Farewell Dinner at Nepali Authentic Restaurant with cultural program.
- All government and local taxes.
What is not included?
- International airfare
- Nepal entry visa fee – Visa can be obtained upon your arrival at the Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu. (USD30 for 15 days)
- Lunch & dinner in Kathmandu or Pokhara.
- Personal travel insurance.
- Emergency rescue evacuation (to be covered by the client's travel insurance).
- Expenses of personal nature (phone calls, laundry, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or boiled water, hot shower etc.)
- Cost incurred due to the addition of extra days or change in the itinerary due to bad weather, political turmoil or any other unforeseen contingencies.
- Bar bills, alcoholic drinks & beverages.
- Tips for guides and porters (Tipping is expected).
Route Map
Trip Info
Accommodation
While you are in Kathmandu, we opt to accommodate you in 4- or 5-star hotels like Hotel Royal Singhi (4-star), Hotel Manaslu (4-star), Radisson (5-star), Yak & Yeti (5-star), or similar. During the trek, you will be accommodated in a luxury mountain lodge. These lodges are equipped with the best amenities, like comfortable beds, an attached bathroom, free wi-fi, good food so that you get a luxury experience in the Himalayas.
Meals
We never compromise the quality of food or the health of the trekkers as well as the crew members. Generally, we opt for the fresh and nutritional local community food available. You could make your delicious pick from an array of traditional foods like Sweet potatoes, buckwheat barley, etc. This way, you could not only get a real sense of the local culture and life patterns but also contribute to promoting the locally available resources of organic food and beverages. Besides, a wide range of Continental, Chinese, Italian and Indian cuisines like Pizza, Spaghetti, French Fries, Soups, Breads, Masala curry, etc. are also available in the restaurants for your retreat.
Acclimatization
Altitude sickness is a serious risk while trekking in the Himalayas. It's important to acclimatize properly by spending a few days at lower altitudes before heading higher. By spending time at lower altitudes before pushing higher, your body has time to adjust. Our trekking packages have enough acclimatization days planned where you'll be spending a day or two at lower altitudes, allowing your body to adjust to the increasing altitude.
Electricity & drinking water
For an additional cost, you can use the electricity in all tea houses and lodges to recharge your batteries. The lodges have packaged mineral water for sale, or you can fill your bottle with boiling water. To make water drinkable, you can use water purification tablets too. But, due to hygienic issues, you should avoid drinking water from taps, rivers, or wells in trekking areas.
Communication
At lodges, restaurants, and hotels, Wi-Fi is available for an additional fee in the most popular trek regions, like Everest, and Annapurna. However, at high elevations, phone calls are the only means of connection. Our office in Kathmandu is in constant communication with your trek guide. In Kathmandu, you can purchase a local sim card for communication purposes. At high elevations, the mobile signal might not be as strong, though.
Luggage
Our porters are paired with one trekker for every two hikers, and one porter can safely carry 30 kg maximum weight. Therefore, we advise you to fill your duffle bag not more than 15 kg with your belongings. You may carry a small backpack with your valuables and informational documents. The things you are not taking along on the trek can be stored in a hotel in Kathmandu free of cost.
Typical Trek Day
Mostly your trek day starts with breakfast at 7-8 am, followed by a 3-4 hour morning trek. Lunch break is around an hour, then you continue trekking to your destination for the day. After reaching the teahouse lodge, you can relax, explore nearby areas, and enjoy dinner at 6-7 pm. Evenings involve socializing, a trek briefing, and leisure activities before bed.
Travel Insurance
It is advised that you arrange your travel insurance before leaving your homeland. The main thing is to make sure that your insurance covers you for both- medical and evacuation costs. Having travel insurance with you makes your trip secure and hassle-free.
Our Guides
Guides play a significant role during the trek. They are the ones who literally decipher the trekking codes for you so that you can actually connect with nature, culture and people along the way. We have helpful and dedicated trekking guides who are very well-versed in the culture, life patterns and every single detail pertaining to the trek region you are traveling in. Thus, in the company of our professional Sherpa guides, your trek becomes not only entertaining but also equally informative.
Porter and Staff Care
When it comes to high-altitude trekking, porters and staff members make up a pivot. Marron Treks ensures that all the porters and staff members going to high altitudes are provided with adequate clothing and equipment. All our field staff are covered by insurance.
