8 days · moderate
Ghandruk & Landruk Annapurna Trek Experience
Eight days from Kathmandu to Pokhara and a gentle Annapurna loop: Phedi to Pothana, Landruk above the Modi Khola, and Gurung Ghandruk—with Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, and Machhapuchhre views throughout.
From US$1137 per person (indicative)
Best seasons: All year round
At a glance
- Distance
- 515 km
- Altitude (max · min)
- (↑) 2012 m · (↓) 822 m
- Days
- 8
- Route grade
- Grade B (mildly difficult)
- Fitness
- Aerobic fitness
Gallery
Route map
Overview of the trekking corridor (illustrative—not a substitute for navigation).
Trip overview
The Pothana–Landruk–Ghandruk trek is a short, scenic circuit in Nepal’s Annapurna foothills—ideal for families, first-time trekkers, and anyone wanting culture without extreme altitude. From a drive to Phedi, the trail climbs through rhododendron and oak to Pothana, continues to Landruk above the Modi Khola, and finishes in hilltop Ghandruk with its stone houses and warm Gurung hospitality. Expect terraced fields, suspension bridges, tea-house stays, and panoramas of Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, and Machhapuchhre. Spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November) bring the clearest skies; winter can be quiet and pleasant, while monsoon months are best avoided. Kathmandu bookends the journey before you return from Nayapul to Pokhara’s lakeside.
Indicative pricing
Per-person rates for the listed group sizes. For each traveller beyond the quoted group size, a supplementary charge of 30% may apply.
| Option | 2 travellers | 4 travellers | 8 travellers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | US$1353 | US$1257 | US$1137 |
| Deluxe | US$1628 | US$1586 | US$1466 |
Indicative per-person pricing for the services described in this offer. Cost varies with customization. International flights are not included. Deluxe package may include Kathmandu–Pokhara flights.
Services
Included
- ✓Airport pickup and transfer to the hotel
- ✓Deluxe room with breakfast in Kathmandu and Pokhara
- ✓Super deluxe room with breakfast in Pokhara (as per package)
- ✓Standard teahouse accommodation with all meals during trekking
- ✓Entrance fees to sightseeing sites listed in the itinerary
- ✓Private air-conditioned vehicle with driver and guide for Pokhara touring
- ✓Luxury coach Kathmandu–Pokhara–Kathmandu (standard package)
- ✓Kathmandu–Pokhara–Kathmandu flights (deluxe package)
- ✓Trekking guide
- ✓One porter for every two trekkers
- ✓All trekking permits as per itinerary
- ✓All meals during trekking
- ✓Government tax
- ✓Airport transfer on completion of the programme
Excluded
- -Bar bills and drinks
- -Client personal insurance and unforeseen expenses
- -Natural calamities beyond our control and rescue expenses
- -Travel / medical insurance
- -Nepal visa fees
- -Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu and Pokhara
- -International flights
- -Gratuity to staff
Optional
- +Deluxe package with internal flights
- +Extra nights in Kathmandu or Pokhara
- +Local village tours and cultural add-ons
Fees, bookings & tickets
- Local village tour
- T-shirt
- Entrance fees
- Cultural immersion
Gear & equipment
- · Hiking boots
- · Socks
- · Trekking shorts
- · Sleep wear / under clothes
- · Quick-dry T-shirts
- · Rain jacket
- · Warm cap & gloves
- · Torch with extra batteries
- · Plug adapter (if needed)
- · Travel towels
- · Sunglasses / sun hat
- · Sun block
- · Backpack
- · T-shirts
- · Thermals
- · First-aid kit
Trekking grade
Grade B: moderate ups and downs on stone paths and terraces, but no high altitude. Suitable for fit beginners and families with older children.
Good to know
What should I pack for my trip to Nepal?
Layers for cool mornings, sturdy shoes, rain gear, and a day pack suffice on this trek. Heavier items can be bought or rented in Kathmandu or Pokhara if needed.
When is the best time to travel to Nepal?
Autumn (September–November) and spring (March–May) offer the clearest mountain views on this route. Winter can be crisp and quiet; monsoon months are wetter on the trails.
Itinerary
- 1
Arrival in Kathmandu and transfer to your hotel
Kathmandu
Welcome to Nepal
- Distance: 6 km
- Altitude: (↑) 1400 m · (↓) 1400 m
- Duration: 0.5 h
- Stay: Hotel
- 2
Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara
Pokhara
Scenic highway
- Distance: 200 km
- Altitude: (↑) 1400 m · (↓) 822 m
- Duration: 7 h
- Stay: Hotel
- 3
Drive to Phedi and trek to Pothana
Pothana
Start of the trail
- Distance: 38 km
- Altitude: (↑) 1900 m · (↓) 822 m
- Duration: 5 h
- Stay: Tea house / mountain lodge
- 4
Trek from Pothana to Landruk
Landruk
Modi Khola views
- Distance: 8 km
- Altitude: (↑) 1900 m · (↓) 1556 m
- Duration: 6 h
- Stay: Tea house / mountain lodge
- 5
Trek from Landruk to Ghandruk
Ghandruk
Gurung heartland
- Distance: 4 km
- Altitude: (↑) 2012 m · (↓) 1556 m
- Duration: 5 h
- Stay: Tea house / mountain lodge
- 6
Trek Ghandruk to Nayapul — drive to Pokhara
Pokhara
End of trekking
- Distance: 54 km
- Altitude: (↑) 2012 m · (↓) 822 m
- Duration: 7 h
- Stay: Hotel
- 7
Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu
Kathmandu
Return to the capital
- Distance: 200 km
- Altitude: (↑) 1400 m · (↓) 822 m
- Duration: 7 h
- Stay: Hotel
- 8
Departure
Kathmandu
Farewell to Nepal
- Distance: 5 km
- Altitude: (↑) 1400 m · (↓) 1400 m
- Duration: 0.5 h
- Stay: Hotel
Detailed itinerary
Day 1
Arrival in Kathmandu and transfer to your hotel
Welcome to Nepal
- Distance: 6 km
- Altitude: (↑) 1400 m · (↓) 1400 m
- Duration: 0.5 h
- Stay: Hotel
Upon arrival in Kathmandu you are greeted at the airport and transferred to your hotel in the city centre. The evening is free to explore nearby markets and landmarks or rest before the journey to Pokhara.
Breakfast
Day 2
Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara
Scenic highway
- Distance: 200 km
- Altitude: (↑) 1400 m · (↓) 822 m
- Duration: 7 h
- Stay: Hotel
A seven- to eight-hour private drive through lush hills, terraced fields, and river valleys brings you to Pokhara beneath the Annapurna skyline. Check in and enjoy the lakeside in the evening.
Breakfast
Day 3
Drive to Phedi and trek to Pothana
Start of the trail
- Distance: 38 km
- Altitude: (↑) 1900 m · (↓) 822 m
- Duration: 5 h
- Stay: Tea house / mountain lodge
After breakfast, drive to Phedi and trek about four to five hours through forest and terraces to Pothana (1,900 m), with emerging views of the Annapurna range.
Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 4
Trek from Pothana to Landruk
Modi Khola views
- Distance: 8 km
- Altitude: (↑) 1900 m · (↓) 1556 m
- Duration: 6 h
- Stay: Tea house / mountain lodge
Five to six hours descending through villages and terraced slopes to Landruk (1,556 m), a traditional settlement above the Modi Khola with Annapurna peaks behind.
Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 5
Trek from Landruk to Ghandruk
Gurung heartland
- Distance: 4 km
- Altitude: (↑) 2012 m · (↓) 1556 m
- Duration: 5 h
- Stay: Tea house / mountain lodge
Four to five hours through forests and terraces to Ghandruk (2,012 m)—stone houses, Gurung culture, and wide views of Annapurna South and Machhapuchhre.
Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 6
Trek Ghandruk to Nayapul — drive to Pokhara
End of trekking
- Distance: 54 km
- Altitude: (↑) 2012 m · (↓) 822 m
- Duration: 7 h
- Stay: Hotel
Descend about four to five hours to Nayapul through terraced hillsides, then drive one and a half to two hours back to Pokhara for a comfortable lakeside night.
Breakfast, lunch
Day 7
Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu
Return to the capital
- Distance: 200 km
- Altitude: (↑) 1400 m · (↓) 822 m
- Duration: 7 h
- Stay: Hotel
Six to eight hours on the Prithvi Highway through river valleys, forests, and hill towns—Mugling, Kurintar, and Damauli—before entering the Kathmandu Valley.
Breakfast
Day 8
Departure
Farewell to Nepal
- Distance: 5 km
- Altitude: (↑) 1400 m · (↓) 1400 m
- Duration: 0.5 h
- Stay: Hotel
Transfer to the airport for your onward flight, with memories of Landruk, Ghandruk, and the Annapurna foothills.
Breakfast
Traveler notes
Shortlisted guests who have travelled with partner operators (illustrative).
- Christopher · UK · 2026-04-20
- David · Australia · 2026-04-09
- Mathis & Ida · Germany · 2026-04-06
- Paul & Tim · Germany · 2026-03-25
- Claudia · Germany · 2026-03-18
Detail inspiration: https://himalayancircuit.com/tour/ghandruk-landruk-annapurna-trek-experience