JOIN THE ADVENTURE
SEPTEMBER 2024
Witness sunrise over the wonderous snow-capped peaks of the Himalayas and share in the personal triumphs of trekking in Nepal. Join us for the famous Gorephani Poon Hill trek!
Come and experience the wonder of the Himalayan Region. Take in the epic views of rice valleys and glacial rivers; forests of Rhododendron and truly explore the culture of rural Nepal that trekking so wholesomely encapsulates.
The views from Poon Hill are spectacular – share sunrise on top of the mountain you’ve just climbed with uninterrupted, panoramic views of some of the largest and most photogenic Himalayan mountains.
Each trekking night we will stay in a hilltop village, drink tea and eat fresh food from the mountains; waking up to the bells of buffalos and mules. Meet local guides and families who have been living this way for generations.
SEPTEMBER 2024
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12th - 22nd September 2024
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Kathmandu - Pokhara - Hille - Gorephani (Poon Hill) - Tadapani - Gandruk - Pokhara - Kathmandu
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$2200 USD per person
* Discount for Additional Booking * Ask about our Family Discount! *
TRIP HIGHLIGHTS
There is so much of Nepal to share!
Explore the historic UNESCO sites of Kathmandu
Experience awe-inspiring Himalayan sunrise from Poon Hill (3210m)
Spectacular views to Dhaulagiri, Himchili, Annapurna I, Machapuchhre and the Annapurna Range
Stay in local tea houses and lodges
Learn about diverse flora and fauna of the mountain region
Trek the iconic suspension bridges
Traverse through Annapurna Conservation Area
Explore the beautiful landscapes of farming fields and serene waterfalls, green hills and natural vistas
Visit the Gandruk Museum and try traditional Gurung dress
You only live once but if you do it right; once is enough.
Mae West
YOUR ITINERARY
See your complete adventure below.
Day 1 – Arrival in Kathmandu
Day 2 – Tour of Kathmandu
Day 3 – Bus to Pokhara
Day 4 – Pokhara
Day 5 – Poon Hill Trek Day 1
Day 6 – Poon Hill Trek Day 2
Day 7 – Poon Hill Trek Day 3
Day 8 – Poon Hill Trek Day 4
Day 9 – Poon Hill Trek Day 5
Day 10 – Fly to Kathmandu
Day 11 – Departure
Ready to join us?
Send us a message
Email us at awaywiththesteiners@gmail.com and let us know YOU want to come. We will get back to you ASAP. Or if you have any questions we are looking forward to hearing from you.
** ONLY 10 GUEST SPOTS AVAILABLE ON THIS TRIP **
UNIQUE EXPERIENCE
Our Nepal Group Trip this year is organised with the support of 3 Sisters Adventure Trekking Agency based in Pokhara
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12th - 22nd September 2024
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Kathmandu - Pokhara - Hille - Gorephani (Poon Hill) - Tadapani - Gandruk - Pokhara - Kathmandu
Included in the tour
Included
- 10 nights accomodation
- Day tour of historic Kathmandu
- Domestic flight Pokhara (PKR) to Kathmandu (KTM)
- Bus Kathmandu to Pokhara
- Return Jeep transport to Trek
- Annapurna Region Permit
- 9x Breakfast
- 9x Dinner
- 6x Lunch
- Entry fee for Poon Hill Summit
- Video/Phone call Q&A
- Airport transfers
Not Included
- International flights
- Visa
- Travel insurance (it is a requirement of the trip)
- Single supplement - prices are based on a twin-share room. (A private room will cost $250 USD extra).
- Drinking water, snacks and beverages
- Departure day meals
The complete adventure
Day 1 – Arrival in Kathmandu
We will begin with a welcome dinner in Kathmandu for a first taste of Nepali cuisine and a chance to get to know each other and discuss the upcoming adventure.
Overnight in hotel, Kathmandu.
Day 2 – Tour of Kathmandu
After breakfast at our hotel, we will begin a day tour of Kathmandu. Kathamndu is a city full of historic and cultural sites including Swayambhunath, one of the sacred Buddhist pilgrimage sites and the famous Basantapur Durbar Square. This square was once the royal palace of the Malla and Shah kings and remains with the original architecture that showcases the skills of the Newari people.
We will leave a few hours free in the afternoon for some shopping in Kathmandu.
Nepali dinner in Thamel.
Overnight in hotel, Kathmandu.
Welcome to Kathmandu, Nepal.Day 3 – Bus to Pokhara
An early start to get the 07:00am Tourist Bus to Pokhara. Recline and enjoy the sights of rural Nepal following the river from Kathmandu to Pokhara. The bus stops 3 – 4 times for snacks, lunch and refreshments. We will arrive in Pokhara in the late afternoon where the first sight are the peaks of the surrounding Annapurna Region.
Overnight in hotel, Pokhara.
Arriving at the bus station in Pokhara.
Day 4 – Trek Prep in Pokhara
Start with breakfast at our hotel in Pokhara. We will leave the morning free to explore Pokhara and to check the shops for anything else you need for the trek. After lunch we will visit the Pokhara museum before meeting with our Guides and trekking Assistants at 3 Sisters Trekking Agency.
Dinner at Lakeside, Pokhara.
Overnight in guesthouse, Pokhara.
Mountain views from Pokhara.
Day 5 – Nayapul to Hille – Trek Day 1
Our trekking adventure begins! Transfer by Jeep to the trek starting point of Birethanti; the first village of the trek. Here our Permits are checked and the official adventure really begins. The path from here is peaceful along a dirt road and follows the Bhurungdi Khola river through farming villages and lush mountain valleys before starting a steady climb up the valley to Hille; our home for the first evening.
Overnight in guesthouse, Hille.
Buffaloes and bright green rice fields from our guesthouse in Hille.
Day 6 – Hille to Gorephani – Trek Day 2
Day 2 starts with a steep ascent up the famous stone steps to the Magar village of Ulleri (1960m). With a few (plenty) stops on the way up we can look forward to tea with incredible views overlooking the valley down to Hille. The trail continues with a steady climb through colourful villages until lunch on the hillside of Banthanti (2250m). And from there we follow the river in the shade of the beautiful Rhododendron forests to Gorephani (2875m).
Ghorepani village is the highest-altitude village of the trek. The name “Ghore Pani” translates to ‘horse water’ in Nepali as this village was once a rest stop for traders and travelers to quench the thirst of their horses on the way to Tibet.
Overnight in teahouse, Gorephani.
The start of the steps to Ulleri.Day 7 – Poon Hill (3210m) Sunrise – Gorephani to Tadapani – Trek Day 3
The third day of the trek is one of the feelings of achievement and awe that is hard to describe. Start the day with the main destination of the trek – sunrise at summit of Poon Hill (3210m). Sip a hot tea and watch the sun coming up over the mighty peaks of the Annapurna Range. This is what you have come for! Descend again to the guesthouse for a delicious breakfast and begin the days trek with a first ascent up Deurali Pass looking back at the spectacular panorama of Poon Hill. The majority of today is downhill with lunch beside the river. The afternoon winds downwards through Rhododendron forest before the final (shorter) climb to Tadapani (2610m).
Overnight in teahouse, Tadapani.
An early start for a spectacular sunrise.
Day 8 – Tadapani to Gandruk – Trek Day 4
Sunrise is spectacular again today with a view from the guesthouse overlooking the Annapurna Range. And today is the easiest trekking day with a short downhill trek from Tadapani to Gandruk. Arrive around lunchtime in Gandruk and freshen up with lunch and a rest in the afternoon. Gandruk is the biggest village on the Poon Hill trek and home to the ethnic Gurung tribes. Visit the Gandruk Museum and try on traditional Gurung dress.
Overnight in guesthouse, Gandruk.
A friendly welcome to Gandruk.Day 9 – Gandruk to Kimche – Trek Day 5
The final day (downhill) of the Poon Hill Trek. Enjoy a leisurely breakfast and a gentle morning hike descending from Gandruk to Birethanti – back to where we started. Our Jeep transport will be waiting here to take us back to Pokhara.
Enjoy the afternoon and evening off to rest – and really enjoy the incredible feeling of achievement at completing an amazing 5-Day trek in Nepal!
Day 10 – Fly to Kathmandu
Start the day with a morning flight back to Kathmandu. Witness the majestic Himalayan mountains from above this time!
Say goodbye with a farewell dinner.
Overnight in hotel, Kathmandu.
Day 11 – Hope you enjoyed Nepal!
Safe travels and thank you for a fabulous Nepal Group Trip!
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12th - 22nd September 2024
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Kathmandu - Pokhara - Hille - Gorephani (Poon Hill) - Tadapani - Gandruk - Pokhara - Kathmandu
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$2200 USD per person
FAQ
We’ve got your most common FAQ’s all answered here below.
Once you register and make a deposit for the trip you will receive a welcome email with further details and a compete itinerary. We will schedule a Zoom video call to meet with you, clarify the itinerary and go over any additional questions you have.
We can share the details of each hotel with you privately after booking. Please book additional nights with free cancellation option as the accommodation could be subject to change closer to the time. However, be assured (and excited) that each accommodation we handpick for their exceptional customer service and culture. And for each accommodation place in Nepal we have previously stayed there ourselves.
We will confirm and identify the hotels and included contact information once we have all bookings made in the event you want to book additional nights.
Yes. But most nationalities are eligible for a Visa on Arrival. Staff at Kathmandu International Airport will assist you on arrival.
Yes, definitely.
This is a trip requirement for booking. Your travel insurance must provide coverage against personal accident, death, medical expenses and emergency repatriation. We also recommend that it covers cancellation, personal liability, loss of luggage and personal effects.
We limit our tours to 10 guests to keep it personal and ensure the best experience for everyone! (That meaning, there will be a total of 14 including our family as your hosts).
We do have an 6 person minimum that must be met in order to offer this trip. DO NOT purchase your flights until we have confirmed the trip minimum has been met.
We are a travelling family! And we don’t see any age limits to traveling. But there are certain physical requirements for this Group Trip in Nepal.
We suggest for our Nepal trip children are over the age of 8. But give us a call; we know as parents you are the best judge of knowing you’re child’s limits!
Yes! We are a travelling family and we encourage showing your kids the world.
Children can certainly attend but please be aware of the level of physical activity required for this trip. Obviously we will assist you with this and we will be traveling with our two children – two experienced, young travellers!
Yes. We would love to inspire other families and parents to travel. There will be a $500 USD discount per child up to the age of 12 (and talk to us if you want to travel as a family because we would love to make this happen!).
International flights are not included. But there is one domestic flight from Pokhara to Kathmandu that is included in your package price. Please check the ‘included’ details for further specifics.
The closest airport for this tour is Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu.
This is our intended and expected itinerary. But, this is Nepal! And we need to be prepared to be flexible. Note that we do reserve the right to modify the itinerary or mode of transport if we need to for any reason beyond our control.
Adventure Discounts are mutually exclusive. But talk to us about a unique family rate or discount if you are traveling with friends!
In order to secure your spot on the tour, we require a $500 USD deposit.
Then, the remaining amount should be sent no later than 90 days before the departure date.
Methods of payment will be shared upon booking your spot.
The remaining balance must be paid no later than 90 days before the start of the tour.
This is non-negotiable. If you do not pay the balance of your trip you place will be given to another individual and your deposit will be forfeited.
Please refer to our terms and conditions.
Terms and Conditions
Your contract is with Away with the Steiners; a partnership registered in New Zealand.
The following conditions describe your obligations as a customer when purchasing either an independent tour or a group tour through Away with the Steiners.
Booking Policy
The remaining balance must be paid no later than 90 days before the start of the tour.
In order to book and reserve a spot on the tour, a deposit of $500 USD is required, to be paid within 5 working days from the moment the booking information with all the payment options was sent.
Minimum Requirements
We do have an 6 person minimum that must be met in order to offer this trip. Please DO NOT purchase your flights until we have confirmed the trip minimum has been met.
Vaccination Requirements
For guests travelling with us from October 2023, Covid-19 vaccinations and boosters are not a requirement to join us. Please note however that it is the guests responsibility to check and comply with any specific travel vaccination, vaccine and/or booster requirements for the destination chosen.
Cancellation Policy
If the customer wishes to cancel once the deposit was paid, we will try to find a replacement. If we find a replacement, we will give the customer 2 options:
1 – Refund of the deposit minus $250 USD
2 – The customer might use the whole deposit amount ($500 USD) as credit for a future tour.
Note that we will only look for a replacement once the tour is full. For example, if a tour has a total of 10 spots, but the client decides to cancel when we only filled 6 spots, we will first try to reach 9 customers, the 10th participant being the official replacement of the customer who cancelled.
If no replacement is found, the deposit won’t be refunded.
Cancelling once the customer has paid the remaining balance
If the customer decides to cancel after paying the remaining balance:
- 90 to 60 days before the beginning of the tour: 75% refund minus $500 USD deposit
- 60 to 30 days before the beginning of the tour: 50% refund minus $500 USD deposit
- Less than 30 days: no refund.
Cancellation by us
If the tour needs to be cancelled due to a major force like a global pandemic or any specific event/war/conflict that might affect the customer’s security during the tour or reasons beyond our control, the trip will be postponed. In this scenario you can opt for a refund less 50% of the initial deposit or preferential booking for another trip.
