Key Information

Best Season : Round the year

Duration : 9 Days

Destination : TIA Kathmandu

Trip Area : Annapurna Region

Group Size : Min 2

Max Altitude : 2850m Tara Hilltop

Accomodation : Tea House

Trip Level : Easy

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Trip Overview

Sikles trek starts from Pokhara city and ends in Pokhara itself. Additionally, we spend three more days in Kathmandu where we have an opportunity to explore culture and history. The first day of the trek starts from Bhurjung Khola. After breakfast in the hotel, we drive to Bhurjung Khola from Pokhara and then we start to trek to reach Ghale Kharka(1520m). The second-day trek starts from Ghale kharka to Tara hilltop. On the third day, we reach Sikles village, the beautiful Gurung community with a similar style of the house having a stone paved roof.

Sikles trek is an easy and short trek that is ideal for those who like to spend their stay in the organic area in a remote mountain. There are several options for trekking via Sikles village. Kaphuche lake (glacial lake around 2500m) and Kori village and Hugu(Huwu) village. The less crowded and typically traditional village definitely makes your trip a milestone in your entire traveling history.

Itinerary Highlights

Day 01 - Arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu and transfer to the hotel
Day 02 – Explore the History and Culture of Kathmandu Valley
Day 03 - Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (800m/2,625ft)
Day 04 - Drive from Pokhara (800m/2,625ft) to Bhurjung Khola and trek to Ghale Kharka(1,520m/4,986ft).
Day 05 - Trek from Ghale Kharka to Tara Hilltop (2,850m/9,348ft)
Day 06 - Trek from Tara Hilltop to Sikles Village (1,980m/6,495ft)
Day 07 - Trek from Sikles village to Yangjakot (1,440m/4,724ft) and Kalikasthan (1,370m/4,494ft)
Day 08 - Trek from Kalikasthan to Begnas Lake and drive to Pokhara (800m/2,625ft)
Day 09 - Fly from Pokhara to Kathmandu
Day 10 - Departure

Detail Itinerary

Day 01 - Arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu and transfer to the hotel
Upon your arrival at Kathmandu airport, a Jugal Himal representative will greet you and assist you to reach the hotel. You will be served with welcome dinner with a Nepali cultural show. Few discussions about the entire travel plan during dinner. Overnight stay in hotel.
Day 02 – Explore the History and Culture of Kathmandu Valley
Kathmandu valley is popular for its temple and festivals. One can explore a different part of Kathmandu in a full-day city sightseeing. Either you can visit Kathmandu only or can combine Patan city and Bhaktapur - a typical traditional city of the valley. Patan Museum, Patan Durbar square, the Industrial district of Patan city, Swoyambhunath(Monkey temple), Bouddhanath, and Pashupatinath can be visited. Bhaktapur durbar square, Changunarayan, and pashupatinath can be visited. You can select after knowing the details of each destination or we may add one more additional day to explore all these world Heritage sites in Kathmandu valley.
Day 03 - Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (800m/2,625ft)
We drive to Pokhara early in the morning by private car/jeep. Along the way, we will have breakfast and lunch. We follow Prithivi highway up to Mugling bazaar and we cross a bridge over the Trisuli river we drive via Dumre Bazar, Damauli, and many other stations before reaching Pokhara. Throughout the journey, we enjoy the beautiful views of the Himalayas and scenic landscapes. Once you arrive in Pokhara, you will check in to your hotel and have free time to stroll around the lakeside.
Day 04 - Drive from Pokhara (800m/2,625ft) to Bhurjung Khola and trek to Ghale Kharka(1,520m/4,986ft).
We drive for half an hour to reach Bhurjung Khola. Then we trek for 5-6 hours to reach Ghale Kharka.
Day 05 - Trek from Ghale Kharka to Tara Hilltop (2,850m/9,348ft)
Early morning you can explore the village. After breakfast, we start to trek to reach Tara Hilltop. Today, trekking is a little tough than the first day. We trek for 6-7 hours today. Overnight stay at the lodge.
Day 06 - Trek from Tara Hilltop to Sikles Village (1,980m/6,495ft)
Finally we trek today to reach Sikles - a Gurung village. We walk for 5-6 hours to reach Sikles. In the evening, the women's group welcome us with traditional music and dance. We can enjoy the beautiful sunrise over the mountain from Sikles.
Day 07 - Trek from Sikles village to Yangjakot (1,440m/4,724ft) and Kalikasthan (1,370m/4,494ft)
We continuously descend to reach Yangjakot and Kalikasthan. Today we walk quite a long day from early morning to till evening.
Day 08 - Trek from Kalikasthan to Begnas Lake and drive to Pokhara (800m/2,625ft)
Today, we trek for 2-3 hours in the morning after breakfast. We drive to Pokhara and take a rest in the hotel.
Day 09 - Fly from Pokhara to Kathmandu
Early morning Kathmandu flight, rest of the day relaxing and shopping
Day 10 - Departure
Transfer to the International airport to fly to your country

Sikles Trek