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Annapurna Sanctuary
A CLASSIC HIMALAYAN TREK DEEP INTO THE HEART OF THE ANNAPURNA MOUNTAINS
EXPLORE STUNNING MOUNTAIN SCENERY & VISIT ANNAPURNA BASE CAMP
STAY AT THE LUXURIOUS FISHTAIL LODGE & SAVOUR THE RELAXED ATMOSPHERE OF POKHARA & PHEWA TAL LAKE
This popular trek ascends through cultivated fields and outstanding forests of oak, magnolia and rhododendron before arriving at the ridge top pass of Ghorapani. We ascend Poon Hill (3193m) for sunrise; an impressive mountain panorama is revealed with spectacular views of Dhaulagiri, Annapurna 1, Hiunchuli, Annapurna South and the fluted peak of Machapuchare, known as the fishtail because of its distinctive summit shape.
We enter the Modi Khola valley and as we gain height the valley narrows to a steep sided gorge until we pass through the “gates” of the Sanctuary to emerge into its heart, a beautiful alpine amphitheatre surrounded by 6000 metre snow-capped mountains. The enormous south face of Annapurna 1 dominates the basin and there are spectacular views of Machapuchare. We are surrounded by an array of ice-bound peaks, snowfields, glaciers, great rock buttresses and ice flutings as we witness magical sunrises and sunsets, watching mountains glow pink and gold. We return to Pokhara via a different route, to our deluxe hotel, the Fishtail Lodge. Relaxing in the grounds we admire the now distant Annapurna Mountains before returning to Kathmandu.
Trip Details
4 nights hotels, 11 nights lodges, 12 days MODERATE trekking. Maximum altitude 4250 metres. Breakfast in Kathmandu & Pokhara & all meals elsewhere included.
Group Size :Minimum 2, maximum 12
Dates & PricesTo book please click on the relevant tour reference from the tours below
*Price excludes international flights. International flights from £695, flight costs vary depending on airline & availability at the time of booking. Please contact the Classic Journeys office with your planned date of travel and we will advise on flight availability and costs.
Outline Itinerary
Days 1/2 - Fly to Kathmandu. Transfer to hotel
Day 3 - Kathmandu. Guided sightseeing
Day 4 - Fly to Pokhara. Drive to Nayapul. Trek to Tirkhedunga
Day 5 - Trek to Ghorapani
Day 6 - Ascend Poon Hill for sunrise. Trek to Tadapani
Days 7/9 - Trek to Machapuchare Base Camp
Days 10/11 - Trek to Annapurna Base Camp
Days 12/15 - Trek to Pokhara. Transfer to Fishtail Lodge
Day 16 - Fly to Kathmandu. Transfer to hotel
Day 17 - Transfer to airport for your departure flight
The Price Includes:
Hotel accommodation on a twin share basis (unless single has been requested) for the nights listed in the itinerary. All meals as specified. Airport Transfers. All internal transport as the itinerary. Sightseeing tours where specified. All trekking arrangements including trekking permits, National Park entrance fees, accommodation in local lodges (twin sharing unless single has been requested), bed sheets, pillowcases, sleeping bags, duvet jackets, guides & porters. Tour leader. Cordura kit bag. Basic first aid kit carried by your guide.
The Price does not Include:
International flights from the UK. Airport Taxes. Visa fees. Medical examination (if required) & vaccination costs. Personal expenditure, bar bills, laundry, telephone calls, etc. Porters, guides & other tips. Meals not specified. Personal clothing & equipment. Travel insurance. Optional trips. Charges incurred as a result of delays beyond Classic Journeys control. Anything not specified in the Cost Includes section.
Insurance:
If you require travel insurance for your Classic Journeys holiday, you can get a quotation and book your travel insurance direct from the Campbell Irvine Ltd. website. Campbell Irvine is a specialist travel insurance broker. The comprehensive policy they issue provides 24-hour medical emergency assistance and covers altitude and all adventurous activities undertaken on our holidays. For single-trip policies, the insurance provides cover for both UK and worldwide residents at very competitive rates. In addition an annual policy is available to United Kingdom residents. To obtain insurance cover visit the Campbell Irvine Ltd. website. You may also telephone Campbell Irvine (020 7938 1734) to activate a policy.
Single Supplement:
£135 (Hotels & Lodges) If you are a single person booking this holiday you do not have to pay single supplements, if you are happy to share. Neither will you be asked to pay a single supplement if you end up with single occupancy because of odd numbers. If you are travelling by yourself you will be paired with another single client of the same gender. Single supplements are payable if you specifically request to have single accommodation. If you have requested single accommodation we will do our best to secure this although this may not always be possible.
A CLASSIC HIMALAYAN TREK DEEP INTO THE HEART OF THE ANNAPURNA MOUNTAINS
