Land in Kathmandu and meet our guide Dil Gurung from Nepal Unique Treks, who will transfer us to our hotel in Thamel, the tourist centre.

This morning we enjoy some sightseeing around Kathmandu. We will visit the Monkey Temple, and the impressive Boudha Stupa, one of the biggest Stupa’s in the world of its kind, standing with four pairs of eyes keeping watch for righteous behaviour and human prosperity. This afternoon you can explore the maze of Thamel’s shops and café, and get anything you need before our hike. This evening we will enjoy a welcome dinner in Thamel.

Today we leave Kathmandu and fly to Pokhara On a clear day this 1-hour scenic flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara offers magnificent views of the Himalaya mountain range. Pokhara is Nepal’s second largest city known for its serene lake and views of the Annapurna Mountain range. Pokhara is the base for the Annapurna trekking and is world famous for its serene lake and amazing views of the Annapurna Mountain range.

Drive from Pokhara via Tikhedunga to Ulleri (1,540m) and hike to Ghorepani (2,860m). The trail this afternoon offers views of the Annapurna's, Machhapuchhare, Dhaulagiri, and Hiunchuli. We will ascend gently through the rhododendron forest to reach Nanghethani (2460m) and then continue to Ghorepani. Ghorepani village also hosts small shops and stalls, selling local products and craft. The hillside just below Ghorepani is home to more than eight rhododendron species - Nepal's national flower.

This morning we conquer Poon Hill - an icon of the Annapurna region. We make an early morning climb along the steep trail to the viewpoint to catch the magnificent splendour of sunrise over the Himalayas and enjoy incredible panoramic views of Mustang and Pokhara valleys. After returning back to Ghorepani for breakfast, we will make our way to Tadapani. Enjoy a pleasant forest trail through rhododendron and oak groves to Deurali (2960m). Then continuing a descent through rhododendron forests to Banthanti (2606m). Finishing with steep climb to reach Tadapani (2710m), another beautiful village that provides stunning views of Annapurna range.

We continue our way down to the Kimron Khola and ascend while passing through the serene rhododendron, bamboo, and oak forest to reach Chomrong village before dropping to a small peaceful settlement - Jhinu danda.

We reach our final day on the trails. After leaving Jhinu Danda, we follow the plain dust road along the right of Modi Khola to reach Siwa/Ghandruk Phedi. Here we meet our transfer and drive back to Pokhara. Tonight we will enjoy a Poon Hill Trek celebration dinner.

Check out the shops and relax by the lake, or perhaps add some thrill by paragliding. Visit the social enterprise Seeing Hands Nepal – a massage centre where blind Nepalise are given training to become massage therapists and later work within the organisation - you may choose to enjoy a 1-hour massage here by these talented people which is already included in your trip cost.

Return to Kathmandu by flight. After checking in our Thamel hotel, enjoy some free time and enjoy lunch. After lunch we visit Sunsar Maya’s After School Programme - this is a first of its kind in Nepal, providing educational opportunities to better the lives of orphaned and vulnerable children. Your trip cost has contributed to the materials for a cultural exchange and a donation to this organisation. Later, we will have dinner back in Thamel.

We will travel with Raja, in-country director if IGWR, to Kashi Bhanjyang for a Rural School Visit and gift the students and teachers’ resources required for the academic year. There are approximately 100 children who attend this school. On the way to the rural school we will stop at "Kailashnath Mahadeva” the tallest Shiva statue in the world standing 143ft high.

Free morning in Thamel before leaving after lunch for Curry Without Worry. Every Tuesday curry is prepared, cooked and then served to homeless of Kathmandu in Durbar Square “where any hungry soul can receive a nutritious meal once a week”. We will meet the CWC team and help prepare the evening meal. We will get a brief glimpse into Durbar Square while the curry is cooking and before meeting again to help serve. Your trip has covered the ingredients to feed approximately 350 people this night.

Participate in a traditional cooking class where you will make traditional vegetarian momos, discover secret recipes, and learn more about Nepalese culture. This is an extra activity of having fun whilst giving back as all net proceeds from these classes will go directly to Seven Women’s scholarship program. How Seven Women was born: Stephanie Woollard began Seven Women at age 22 after meeting seven disabled women working in a tin shed in Kathmandu. These seven women were struggling to make a living in the face of harsh discrimination. With her last $200, Steph paid for a trainer to teach the women how to make products for sale locally and abroad. Enjoy your last afternoon in Thamel – purchase any last souvenirs or gifts, or visit The Garden of Dreams on the edge of the tourist centre. We will transfer to the airport in time for departure.

Today farewell your new friends and Nepal. Transfers will be organised to the airport in time for your departing flight.