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Poonhill Circuit Trek - 11 Days

Duration

11 Days

Age Range 10 - 70 years

Destination Annapurna Region, Nepal

Activities Trekking In Nepal

Group Size 1 - 30

Arrival City

Kathmandu

Accomodation

Hotel/Lodge/Tea House

Best Season

Spring and Autumn

Free Cancellation

30% Cancellation Charge (Personal Reason)

Guide

Guided Trek

Insurance Coverage

Covered

Language

English, Deutsch

Maximum Altitude

3,190m

Meals

BLD During Trek

Transportation

Private/Public Vehicle

Walking Hours

5 – 6 hrs Trek

Wifi

Available

Hotel Transfer

Available

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From ~~$525~~ $445 /Adult

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Itinerary

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Day 1: Arrival pick up from airport transfer to hotel

Day 2: Half day sightseeing tour of Kathmandu

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Day 3: Drive to Pokhara (820) 6-7 hrs

Highest Altitude 820

Trek Duration 6-7 hrs

Day 4: Drive to Nayapul (1:30min) trek to Tikhedhunga 4-5 hrs

Trek Duration 4-5 hrs

Day 5: Trek to Ghorepani (2860m) 5-6 hrs.

Highest Altitude 2860

Trek Duration 5-6 hrs

Day 6: Hike to Poon Hill to Tadapani (2630) 5-6 hrs.

Highest Altitude 2630

Trek Duration 5-6 hrs

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Day 7: Trek to Ghandruk (1940m) 2-3 hrs.

Highest Altitude 1940m

Trek Duration 2-3 hrs

Day 8: Trek to Nayapul (1070m) 4-5 hrs. and drive to Pokhara 1:30 min drive

Highest Altitude 1070m

Trek Duration 4-5 hrs

Day 9: Leisure day in Pokhara(820m)

Highest Altitude 820m

Day 10: Drive to Kathmandu.

Day 11: Airport drop for your next destination.

Cost Includes

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1049 reviews

Oilcut

Aug 25, 2025

Good experience in Buthan tour

I joined the tour of Buthan for 3 nights. Although the price is high because I am in a solo trip, the quality is good! Buthan is the cleanest country in the world! You don’t need to worry about anything just be happy and excited to join the tour! I just went for 3nights-tour, but I did visit Paro, Thimpu, Punakha ! Although not every sighting sites that would visit, the important sites would not miss! This is my second time join the tour in this travel agency, and I was satiated with it every time ! They will handle everything well.

xing p

Aug 24, 2025

Amazing treking and very helpful s ta f f.

We finished 20 days ACt trekking it was amaging . The great adventure treks and expedition is really great. The owner is amazing ，He can speak Chinese very perfectly ， He is very kind and polite . First I want to thanks him for amaging this trekking. The guide and potter they are very kind helpful. In 20 days they care us like family member. I will definetly come here next time to finish EBC. I am really excited for that.

ZhengHeng W

Aug 23, 2025

Amazing trips in Nepal 🤩

It was our first time in Nepal, and we spent 7 wonderful days visiting Kathmandu and Pokhara. Sudam was an excellent guide — professional, friendly, and very thoughtful. He introduced us to local restaurants and unique spots, making the trip more authentic. Thanks to him, we enjoyed not only the amazing scenery but also the local lifestyle. Unforgettable memories! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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