Lake, mountains and a taste of trekking, all from one base
Pokhara & the Annapurna Foothills
A Pokhara-focused week combining lakeside time, a short Annapurna foothill walk and a choice of adventure activities.
AI-generated illustrationWho this suits
Travellers who want real mountain time without committing to a long trek, plus the option to add paragliding, rafting or biking around a single base city.
Day-by-day itinerary
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Day 1: Arrive Pokhara
Transfer from Kathmandu (flight or scenic drive) and a relaxed lakeside evening.
Overnight: Pokhara - 2
Day 2: Sarangkot sunrise & lakeside sights
Sarangkot at dawn, then Phewa Lake, Tal Barahi Temple and the Old Bazaar/Bindhyabasini area.
Overnight: Pokhara - 3
Day 3: Trek to Dhampus / Australian Camp
A gentle uphill walk into the foothills with close Annapurna views.
Overnight: Australian Camp / Dhampus - 4
Day 4: Ghandruk village walk & return to Pokhara
A further walk through Gurung villages before descending back to Pokhara by trail and vehicle.
Overnight: Pokhara - 5
Day 5: Adventure activity day
Choose paragliding, rafting, ziplining or mountain biking, based on your interest and comfort with heights/activity level.
Overnight: Pokhara - 6
Day 6: World Peace Pagoda & free time
A boat crossing to the World Peace Pagoda, then a relaxed afternoon — spa, café time, or further exploring.
Overnight: Pokhara - 7
Day 7: Departure
Transfer to Pokhara airport or onward to Kathmandu.
Overnight: —
Typically included
- Accommodation as per itinerary
- Trekking guide and permits (TIMS/ACAP)
- Private transfers
- Daily breakfast
Typically excluded
- International and domestic flights
- Nepal visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Adventure activity fees (quoted separately based on choice)
- Personal expenses
Optional upgrades
- Extend to Mardi Himal or Poon Hill for a longer trek
- Private paragliding photo/video package
- Upgrade to a lakeside boutique property
Important notes
- Flight schedules between Kathmandu and Pokhara/Bhairahawa are occasionally affected by weather; we build reasonable buffer time where possible.
- Exact accommodation properties are confirmed at booking stage based on availability, your preferences and room category.
- This itinerary is a starting point — every detail can be adjusted to your dates, pace and interests.
Travelling responsibly
- We favour locally owned and registered accommodation and transport partners wherever standards allow.
- Wildlife activities follow national park rules and avoid animal performance-based experiences.
Experiences on this journey
AI-generated illustrationTrekking
From gentle two-day village walks to our signature Annapurna Base Camp trek — matched to your fitness and time.
AI-generated illustrationAdventure
Paragliding, rafting, ziplining, mountain biking and more, based mainly around Pokhara, through vetted operators.
AI-generated illustrationPhotography
Golden-hour viewpoints, heritage architecture and wildlife, planned around light and timing.
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