Destination Pokhara Region

Trip Difficulty Easy Trip

Duration 7 Days

Activities Trekking

Accommodation Hotel and Guest House.

Max altitude 2100 m

Group Size 1-13 Pax

Meals Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

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Highlights of Gurung Heritage Trail -7 days

Exploring local Gurung community, culture and custom
Panoramic views of the soaring peaks of Annapurna and Manaslu.
Homestay experience.

Overview of Gurung Heritage Trail -7 days

Gurung Heritage Trail 7 days is a short and an easy Gurung heritage home stay trek in Annapurna offers Gurung people rural life and culture. The new Annapurna Gurung Heritage trail trek starts from Besishahar where you can reach by 7 hours bus drive from Kathmandu. You will then trek to Pokhara via Ghale gaun, Bhujung and Pasgaun. You will explore different Gurung villages of Lamjung and Kaski, Nepal. The view from the villages stretches from Buddha Himal (6673 m), Himalchuli and Manaslu (8156 m) to Mt. Lamjung and Annapurna II. A short, yet beautiful home stay trek discovers Gurung civilizations such as their culture, traditions, lifestyle and costumes. Thus, Gurung Heritage Trek is the best way to experience the rich culture and lifestyle of Gurungs.

Gurung Heritage Trail 7 days is a new short trekking route in the Annapurna region. Living in the higher villages along Gurung heritage trail route, people are humble character and sense of humor. They are mostly involving in farming, herders and other of service outside Nepal as Gurkha soldiers. The 7 days Gurung heritage trail trek visit the four major Gurung villages of Thumsikot, Pasgaon, Bhujung and Ghale gaon.

The Gurung heritage trail is the nerve center of Gurung civilization. You will be staying at authentic local house of Gurungs. Home Stay concept is flourishing rapidly throughout remote place of Nepal and very attractive for both international and domestic travelers.

The short Annapurna Gurung Heritage trail is not only popular for the cultural understanding but also for spectacular mountain vistas and hilly landscape. Terraces farmlands, forests, rivers and local rituals will make this trek more amazing. Enjoy nature’s allures while walking on Gurung heritage trail. Evening at Gurung house will be full of fun. Local foods with locally brewed alcohol and traditional folk songs will definitely this trip once in a life time experience.

A must do trekking in the Annapurna region. Feel and get the grandest moments of trekking around mountains, hills, forests and villages of Gurung. Nepal’s most famous short trek, the Gurung Heritage Trail still in shadows. The picturesque village of Ghale gaun and Bhujung is a really wonderful.

Detail Itinerary of Gurung Heritage Trail -7 days

Day 01: Kathmandu to Besisahar (850m, 180 km, 6 hrs drive)

Early morning your guide will receive you at your hotel and transfer to ganabu bus park and drive to besisahar one of the main entrance of famous Annapurna trekking and overnight at lodge in Besishahar.

Day 02: Besishahar to Ghalegaun(1900m, 18km, 3 hours drive-6 hours walk)

After breakfast around 3 hrs drive to SAARC No.1 Tourism village Ghalegaun or trek uphill for 6 hours. Walk around Ghalegaun and overnight at community based selected houses.

Day 03: Ghalegaun to Bhujung(2000m, 10km, 4 hours)

Early morning wake up and 5 min walk to view point tower and view of sunrise and snowcapped mountains and baack to village and sightseeing of gurung museum and after lunch around 3 hrs trek to Bhujung village which is known as village of wild bee honey hunters and known as one village one VDC and on the way sightseeing of historical uttarkanya temple, community based tea garden of ghalegaun and Bhujung village and overnight at lodge or community based selected houses.

Day 04: Bhujung to Pashgaun (2100m, 16 km, 5 hrs)

After breakfast trek to pashgaun another gurung village which is still untouched by modernity and overnight at community based selected houses.

Day 95: Pashguan to Pakrikhot (1900m, 14 km, 5 hrs)

After breakfast sightseeing of the village and after lunch trek to Pakrikhot on the way view of snowcapped mountains and historical forts and village and overnight at community based selected houses.

Day 06: Pakhrikot to pokhara (10 km, 3 hour trek and 1 hours drive)

After breakfast hike to Thumsikhot and take a drive to pokhara and transfer to hotel and rest of time at leisure on your own.

Day 07: Pokhara to Kathmandu (1300m, 200 km, 6 hours)

After breakfast and transfer to tourist bus park and around 6 hrs drive to Kathmandu and transfer to hotel. The trip ends.

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Includes / Excludes

What's Included ?

Full fledged Cost

Airport transfer – hotel/airport/hotel
Twin sharing standard hotel accommodation with breakfast in Kathmandu before and after trek we can book only on your request.

Elementary Cost

Road transfer cost -from trekking start to end point to Kathmandu-Besisahar-Pokhara-kathmandu.
Basic twin sharing tea house accommodation during trek.
3 times meals – breakfast, lunch and dinner during the trek.
English Speaking guide and all his expenses during the trek like his transfer, insurance, salary, meals and accommodation.
All Trekking permit -ACAP Permit, local government taxes and TIMS card.
All government taxes, vat, company service charge.

What's Excluded ?

Lunch and Dinner in Kathmandu and Pokhara
Travel Insurance in case of emergency for rescue and other medication.
Nepal visa fee
All kind of hot and cold drinks – coke, fanta, beer, whisky, bottle of water, hot water, tea, coffee etc.
All personal trekking equipment like down jacket and sleeping bag etc.
Porter to carry your backpack/luggage.
Tips for guide and porter
Personal expenses like wifi, hot shower, telephone, battery charge fee.
Upgraded lodge accommodation like room with private toilet and bathroom during the trek.
All the cost not mention on above cost includes.

Note: We operate private trip everyday.

We can operate private trip for solo, group, family, students as per your requirements.

Trip Information - Gurung Heritage Trail -7 days

Gurung Heritage Trek Accommodation

Gurung Heritage Trek accommodation will be basic tea houses for boarding/lodging.This is the most popular style of trekking to Annapurna region and simply involves trekking from tea house to tea house. Tea houses are essentially small hotels find in local villages that offer both a place to sleep as well as home cooked meals. Rooms are typically shared with 2 trekkers in a room. Bathrooms are shared as well and in the langtang Trek, the lodges usually have running cold water and western style toilets. Also the hot shower is also available but it need to pay extra cost for it.

In some of the villages on the trek, it may be possible to have a private room with an extra cost and we will do our best to arrange that. However, during busy times of the year there is a limited amount of lodging available in some of the villages so it’s generally impossible to arrange private rooms. This is the case even if you’re willing to pay extra since the tea house owners will not give out a private room if it means someone else goes without a room.

Gurung Heritage Trek Meals/Food

Trekkers can choose a meal/food from the menus at the tea houses. Typical meals on langtang trek includes omelets, toast, boiled eggs, noodle soup, fried rice, macaroni, mo mo, vegetarian curries, pizza or chow mein. The traditional Nepali Dal Bhat which consists of rice, lentils, and a vegetable is all you can eat and always a good choice. Meat on the mountain is not hygienic and we suggest trekkers stick with vegetarian options.

There is not a problem for vegetarian food and in fact we recommend that everyone stick with a vegetarian diet on the trek as the local meat is not refrigerated properly. If you have special dietary requirements just let us know and we will make sure to assist with the proper menu.

Gurung Heritage Trek Weather/Temperature

Weather/Temperature in Summer Annapurna region trek in June, July, and August have the hottest temperature.The temperature in the daytime in Annapurna region is between 20 to 25 degree centigrade. The maximum temperature is found in the month of June and July. The nighttime temperatures in Annapurna region during the summer is high too. The lowest that the temperature gets in the night time is -3 degree centigrade and a maximum of 5 degrees. The temperature in the months of June and July are pretty similar.

Weather/Temperature in Autumn in Annapurna region Trek lasts from the end of September to the November. This is the part of the year when the cold starts to set in the Annapurna region. The maximum daytime temperature starts to go down from 20 degrees in September and falls to 12 degrees in November. The sun will not be as warm as that in the summers, but that is expected. In September the average nighttime temperature is almost 3 degrees. This starts to fall down and reach in between -7 to – 15 degrees in November

Weather/Temperature in Winter Annapurna region Trek in December, January and February. The coldest of all the months throughout the year, winter at Annapurna region as severely cold and poses challenges to the interested people. The average temperature during the daytime in the Annapurna region winters is 8 degree centigrade. There is not a lot of difference in the temperature in December, January as well as February. All three months are equally cold. Nighttime is when the temperature falls down drastically. The nighttime temperatures around -7 degrees but it can go as low as -15 degrees.

Weather/Temperature in Spring March/April/ May a perfect time to enjoy Annapurna region. The daytime temperature in March is around 12 degrees. This temperature goes up to 15-16 degrees in the month of April and peaks to almost 20 degrees in May. Devoid of biting cold and hot and wet summers, this is a glorious time for all Annapurna region lovers.The nighttime temperatures, although sometimes below zero are not alarmingly low. The lowest that nighttime temperatures get is -8 in March. This increases to -5 degrees in April and -3 in May

Gurung Heritage Trek Equipment

Proper preparation and equipment will give you a great trekking experience. It is also possible to buy/rent trekking gear at affordable price in Kathmandu and Pokhara Nepal. Below is the recommended trekking equipment list for comfortable langtang trek.
Day trek pack
Extra layers, gloves, wind breaker and poncho
Sunscreen
Lip Balm with Sunscreen
Broad brimmed hat or bandana (for sun protection)
Iodine Water Tablets (personal preference)
Water Bottles or Camel Back
Sunglasses
Headlamp with extra batteries
Favorite Snacks
Waterproof bags to protect electronics or paperwork
Camera with extra batteries and memory cards
Umbrella (works great in a light rain or to protect from the sun)
Duct tape or moleskin for blisters
Toilet Paper
Trekking Poles (optional)
Thermos (optional for hot beverages)
Head/Hands
Wide brimmed hat
Wool hat (Should cover ears)/Balaclava
Lightweight Gloves
Insulated Wool/Down Mittens
Gaiters (optional)
Body/Leg/Bag
Moisture wicking long sleeve T-shirts (2)
Moisture wicking T-shirts (1)
Long underwear pants (2)
Underwear (5 to 7)
Heavy Fleece/Down Jacket
Long sleeve shirts (2)
Sweatshirt (optional)
Fleece Pants
Trekking Pants (2)
Shorts (optional)
Gore Tex Waterproof Jacket with hood
Rain Poncho that covers your day pack
Waterproof Pants
FootWear
Hiking boots with ankle support
Camp shoes or Tennis Shoes
Plastic bag to carry spare shoes
Hiking socks (10)
Sock Liners (optional)
Sleeping Bag
Sleeping bag rated to -20° degree centigrade
Sleeping bag liner (optional)
Sleeping bag stuff sack
Rucksack(Duffel Bag)/Daypacks
Duffel Bag for Carrying Your Gear (we provide this for the trek)
Day Pack for Carrying what you need on the trail
Small Lock(s) for duffel bag and day pack
Waterproof cover for daypack
Dry Bags in several sizes
Stuff sacks for dirty clothes/shoes
First Aid Kit/Toiletries
Advil or Ibuprofen
Diamox (for altitude sickness)
Personal Prescriptions
Medical Tape (for preventing treating blisters)
Antibiotics (Cipro for travelers’ diarrhea)
Diaper Rash Cream (Can treat rashes or chaffing)
Basic toiletries (Soap, Deodorant…)
Wet wipes
Panty Liners and Tampons
Sun/Face lotion
Hair brush
Hair ties
Hand warmers
Ear plugs for sleeping
Money/Paperwork
Passport (needed at entry gate for registration)
Spending Money
One Passport Size Photo (Needed for trekking permit
Other Items
Portable Solar Charger
Journal, pen and paper