Day 1: Pokhara – Bhanjyang (Drive) – Explore Nearby Village (Overnight at Bhanjyang)
Drive Duration: 2 to 3 hours (by jeep)
Activity: After breakfast, drive from Pokhara to Bhanjyang (approx. 1,700 m), the gateway to Panchase.
Afternoon Walk: Optional short hike to nearby ridges or Gurung village for acclimatization and village exploration.
Highlights: Stunning views of Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Machapuchare (Fishtail), traditional houses, forested landscapes.
Overnight Stay: Local lodge/teahouse in Bhanjyang.
Day 2: Hike to Panchase Hill – Explore – Drive Back to Pokhara
Morning Hike: Early morning 2–3 hour uphill hike to Panchase Hill summit (2,500 m) for sunrise.
Views: Panoramic 360° Himalayan views (Annapurna range, Dhaulagiri, Lamjung Himal, Manaslu), peaceful forest paths, and spiritual sites like Panchase temple and Buddhist stupas.
Optional Exploration: Short walk around nearby rhododendron forests or meditation caves.
Return: Descend to Bhanjyang and drive back to Pokhara by late afternoon.
Trek Duration: 4-5 hours total hiking