Combine the best of two of the most popular trekking regions in Nepal. High Route adventures organize a unique Everest Annapurna short trek in Nepal! During the trek, you’ll get some of the best views, cultural experiences, and trekking trails that Nepal has to offer. Special about this combined-short trek in Nepal is that you get to experience a short part of the Annapurna Himalayas. Furthermore, you’ll also get to do a short part of the Everest region’s Everest Base Camp trek. And all in one holiday with High Route Adventure!
During this incredible adventurous short trek, you can expect some of the best mountain views in both the Annapurna and Everest regions of Nepal. The Annapurna + Everest view trek is specially designed to enjoy a wide variety of popular Himalayan peaks. In the Annapurna region, the top mountains to look out for are; Mt Dhaulagiri (8,167m/26,795ft) ranked as the 7th highest mountain in the world, and Mt Annapurna South (7,219m/23,684ft). The iconic Mt Machhapuchhare (Fishtail Mountain) (6,999m/22,963ft) is also there. During the short trek in the Everest region, you get a whole other variety of mountains to the lookout. Inclusive is the highest mountain in the world, Mt. Everest (8,848m/29,029ft)! The uniqueness of this special trek in Nepal lies not only in the difference between Himalayan views but also in the difference in culture. While during the short Annapurna part of the trek you’ll encounter a lot of Magar and especially Gurung people.
In the second part of the Annapurna sunrise + Everest short trek, you’ll head to the Khumbu region. Also known as the Everest region of Nepal, where the legendary Sherpas have their hometowns. A wide diversity in fauna and flora is also to be expected as you visit both regions in a single holiday. The route is a simple yet original combination of the more commonly known Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek and the Everest View Trek. High Route Adventure uses Kathmandu as a start, mid, and endpoint during the Annapurna + Everest short trek. We also make sure to guide you informatively and safely through these amazing parts of Nepal.
During the first part of the Annapurna + Everest short trek, you’ll head up to Poon Hill (3,210m/10,532ft) to catch a sunrise view over the southern Annapurna Himalayan Range. Our destination is Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,287ft), the biggest Sherpa village in the Everest region. We’ll also make a special visit to Khumjung where it is said you can see a real Yeti skull!
Discover the best of Nepal in a single holiday with High Route Adventure’s Special Package! This trek can be done the whole year round but is recommended during either spring (March to May) or fall/autumn (September to November). Book Today the Annapurna + Everest short trek and enjoy the best of the Himalayas with High Route Adventure!
Traveler’s note: The airport is just a few minutes away from Thamel, the main touristic area of Kathmandu, where most of the hotels, souvenir shops, and restaurants are located. Try out the Nepalese MoMo, a traditional dumpling and a staple of Nepalese Cuisine!
• Hotel breakfast + check out
• Drive to Pokhara
• Enjoy lunch at the Trishuli Riverside restaurant
• Hotel Check-in
• Rest of the day is free at leisure
• Overnight stay at your hotel
Traveler’s note: Did you know that the route to Pokhara is mostly along the Trishuli River? Along the way, you can see the famous Manakamana Temple up high connected by cable cars. Once you arrive at Pokhara lookout for the iconic Mt Machhapuchhare (Fishtail Mountain) (6,999m/22,963ft), who can see it first? Pokhara has a wide selection of different restaurants spread around the banks of Phewa Lake.
• Hotel breakfast + check out
• Pick up and drive to Nayapul
• Arrive at Nayapul for TIMS check
• Start to trek to Birethanti
• Continue upwards towards Tikhedhungga
• Dinner and stay overnight in the teahouse
• Breakfast and departure
• Head upon the stone stairs of Ulleri
• The trail leads through a pleasant rhododendron forest
• After passing a small hut, providing water we head further following a stream
• A little bit more up lies Ghorepani
• Dinner and overnight stay in the teahouse
Traveler’s note: Did you know that from Bhantathi village you’ll enter one of the largest rhododendron forests of Nepal. It’s highly recommended by High Route Adventure to book this trek during the spring season, as then the flowers will be in full bloom transforming the entire valley into a colorful picture.
• Early wake up, about 4 AM
• Hike up to Poon Hill
• Enjoy the amazing sunrise over the Annapurna Mountains
• Hike back down to Ghorepani for breakfast and departure
• Start ascending until reaching the top of the hill at Deurali
• The trail leads up and down until reaching Tadapani Village
• Dinner and overnight stay in the teahouse
Traveler’s note: Did you know that from Poon Hill you can see some of the best views of, from right to left the Manaslu Massif, Annapurna Massif, and the Dhaulagiri Range. You can enjoy the sunrise with a nice hot cup of coffee or tea available at the kiosk.
• Breakfast and departure
• Follow the trail towards Ghandruk
• Make your way back south to Nayapul
• Drive back to Pokhara
• Hotel check-in
• Rest of the day is free at leisure
• Overnight stay at your hotel
Traveler’s note: Did you know that in Ghandruk the biggest Gurung village of the area, you can visit a local Gurung museum.
• Breakfast and check out
• Transfer to the tourist bus park
• Drive via tourist bus back to Kathmandu
• Hotel check-in
• Review of your trip
• A complimentary farewell and thank you dinner is planned with a culture show
• Overnight stay at your hotel
Traveler’s note: It is also possible to fly back to Kathmandu (at additional cost), this will give you more time to spend back in Kathmandu and prepare for the short Everest trek, as the flight just takes 25min, compared to the 6-hour bus ride.
• Breakfast at the hotel
• Transfer to the domestic airport
• Scenic flight to Lukla
• Final trek preparation and gear check
• Start to trek to Phakding
• Descend most of the way
• Head along the Dudh Koshi River
• Cross the River to reach Phakding village
• Dinner and overnight stay in the teahouse
Traveler’s note: Did you know that Lukla airport is the world’s 38th highest airport! The Dudh Khosi River meaning the Milk-Khosi River got its name due to its white water, and is one of the highest rivers in terms of elevation!
• Breakfast and departure
• Continue along the Dudh Koshi River
• Crossing a few times River, until reaching Monjo
• Checking of all permits
• Continue on mostly ascending towards Namche Bazaar
• Dinner and overnight stay in the teahouse
Traveler’s note: Did you know that from Monjo you’ll officially enter the Sagarmatha National Park? Before reaching Namche Bazaar a long suspension bridge needs to be crossed, that gives amazing views. On clear days you can get your first glimpses of Mt. Everest at the Nuptse-Lhotse Ridge!
• Breakfast at the teahouse
• Hike around the Khumjung region:
• Hike up to the Everest View Hotel in Syanboche
• Hike further to Khumjung, to visit the Khumjung Monastery
• Explore around Namche Bazaar
• Dinner and overnight stay in the teahouse
Traveler’s note: Did you know that Namche Bazaar is the last big village we’ll encounter during the trek? Namche Bazaar is filled with restaurants, souvenir shops, pharmacies, and even a Sherpa Museum. Do try out the German Bakery! If you opt for the Khumjung hike, at the monastery you can see a real Yeti skull!
• Breakfast and departure
• Make your way towards Khumjung
• Follow the trail north to Tengboche
• Dinner and overnight stay in the teahouse
Traveler’s note: Did you know the Tengboche Monastery is the biggest monastery of the entire Khumbu/Everest region. You’ll get to see incredible architecture and Buddhist culture while visiting the Tengboche Monastery!
• Breakfast and departure
• Make your way back to Namche Bazaar
• Head back south towards Lukla’s direction
• Follow the same trail back to Monjo
• Dinner and overnight stay in the teahouse
Traveler’s note: Did you know that while most of the trek is now descending, it can still be strenuous, so always make sure to go at a slow and comfortable pace!
• Breakfast and departure
• Continue back mostly downhill to Phakding
• Ascend back to Lukla
• Dinner and overnight stay in the teahouse
Traveler’s note: Tomorrow is an early flight, so a goodnight's sleep is recommended!
• Breakfast at the guesthouse
• Fly back to Kathmandu
• Arrival at KTM + transfer to your hotel
• Hotel check-in
• Overnight stay at your hotel
Traveler’s note: As the trekking part of this package is finished, there is no dinner inclusive today, make sure to enjoy one of the many restaurants that can be found in Thamel!
• Hotel Breakfast
• Today is completely free
• Meet up for your trip review
• A complimentary farewell and thank you dinner is planned with a culture show
• Overnight stay at your hotel
Traveler’s note: High Route Adventure is more than happy to organize some activities for you on this day, such as rafting, one-day hiking, day-tours, or guided sightseeing, please consult with our representative to organize.
• Hotel Breakfast + Check-out
• Our team will transfer you to the airport approx. 3hrs before departure
• We hope you enjoyed the Annapurna + Everest short trek and look forward to organizing another trip for you
