Name: Ghalegaun Village Hike
Location: Nepal

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Duration: 5 days

Group size: 2 - 25

Ghalegaun Village Hike

Nepal

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$549

Deposit: $190

Duration: 5 days

Group size: 2 - 25

Located at the lap of Lamjung Himal in northern Nepal, Ghalegaun is a fascinating village gifted by beautiful landscape and is home to world-famous Gurkha soldiers. The Ghalegaun is surrounded by hills and Himalayan ranges including Machhapuchhre, Annapurna, Annapurna II, Annapurna IV, Bouddha Himal, Himalchuli, and many others.

Ghalegaun and Ghanpokhara are both typical Gurung villages and traditional customs are still followed during events such as births, deaths, weddings, and other important times. Even now, the villagers wear traditional dress and perform old cultural dances like the Jhyaure, Serka, Dohori, Ghantu, Krishna Charitra, and Jhakri on various occasions accompanied by different musical instruments.

Highlights of Ghalegaun Village Hike:

Explore and interact with Gurung people
Breathtaking views of Snow-capped mountains
Enjoy the waterfalls and beautiful nature greenery
Walk through rhododendron forests

Note: You have the option to join one of our fixed-date departures or to have a private tour tailored to dates that suit you. Upgrading the accommodation facilities is possible at your request.

LODGING LEVEL

Kathmandu: Hotel Yatri Suites & Spa

TRIP GRADE

Easy

MEALS

Daily breakfast

ATTRACTIONS

Ghalegaun Village

MAXIMUM ALTITUDE

1,780m/5,840ft

Single Room Supplement

$120

This option provides you with a private single room during your entire stay instead of sharing with other travelers.

Everest Mountain flight by airplane

$250

Enjoy this scenic 50-minute flight that takes you from Kathmandu, close to Mount Everest.

Nepali Cooking workshop

$40

3 hour Nepali food cooking workshop with a local family. Including food, instructions and soft-drinks.

Handicraft tour

$100

6-hour handicraft tour through Kathmandu valley including transport and english-speaking tour guide.

Day 1
Day 1
Kathmandu to Khudi, driving duration: 7-8 hours
In the morning, our guide will pick you up in our private vehicle and travel to Besisahar along the highway following the Trisuli River. Crossing the Trisuli River in Muglin, we follow the Marshyangdi River passing through several Gurung and Magar villages to reach Besisahar, the district headquarter of Lamjung. After another one-hour drive, we reach the Khudi.

Accommodation: Overnight in the available local lodge.
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Day 2
Day 2
Khudi to Ghalegaon (1540 m), hiking duration: 4-5 hours
We begin our trek as we walk toward the northwest of Khudi along the bank of the river. As we walk further, the trail passes through the farmlands, Gurung and Magar villages, forest, and many waterfalls along the way. After a short climb up, you will be welcomed by the traditional houses built by the Gurung community of Ghalegaun village. We visit the long-established Gale and Gurung villages followed by the famous viewpoint from where various stunning mountain views can be witnessed. some views you can see during a clear day from this point include the LamjungHimal range, the Annapurna range, and the Manaslu mountain range.

Accommodation: Overnight in homestay.
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Day 3
Day 3
Ghalegaun to Ghan Pohkara (1780 m), hiking duration: 1 hour
Today, we have a leisure day. After breakfast, we explore Ghana Pokhara, which is a large Gurung village. surrounding this village, we will have the privilege of the scenic beauty of the river valley. Especially during the sunset, the valley offers magnificent views of the Mt. Annapurna and Manaslu ranges.

Accommodation: Overnight in the available local lodge.
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Day 4
Day 4
Ghan Pokhara to Khudi(790 m), hiking duration: 3-4 hours
Early in the morning, we leave GhanPokhara and head towards our next destination, Khudi village. Along with today's trail, we will visit a beautiful waterfall and a cave. Upon reaching Khudi you can stroll around and observe the beauty of Khudi.

Accommodation: Overnight in the available local lodge.
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Day 5
Day 5
Khudi to Kathmandu, driving duration: 7-8 hours
You will slowly start your drive on a private vehicle from Khudi toward Kathmandu. On the way, you can enjoy the scenic beauty and come to Kathmandu. Upon reaching Kathmandu you will be transferred to Hotel in Thamel and if time permits you can stroll around Thamel city and enjoy the street view of the tourist hub.

Accommodation: Overnight in Yatri Suites and Spa or similar.
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Day 1

Kathmandu to Khudi, driving duration: 7-8 hours

In the morning, our guide will pick you up in our private vehicle and travel to Besisahar along the highway following the Trisuli River. Crossing the Trisuli River in Muglin, we follow the Marshyangdi River passing through several Gurung and Magar villages to reach Besisahar, the district headquarter of Lamjung. After another one-hour drive, we reach the Khudi.

Accommodation: Overnight in the available local lodge.

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