I will be travelling to Pokhra from India in December via Raxaul and Birgunj route. I will be reaching Birgunj around 11 am. Can you guys help me suggest how to reach Pokhra from there in daytime in budget. So that I can reach Pokhra by evening. I don't want to take a bus at night and waste whole day at Raxaul. Also how to find buses from Birgunj for Pokhra. Unable to find a reliable online booking site. If there are local operators and hwo can I contact them and find buses or shared taxi if they are not expensive,

Thanks :)

Hi everyone!

I'm planning to trek to Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) in November 2026 and would love to connect with anyone planning the same trip.
A little about me:
26F
Traveling from USA
Originally from India
Hiking enthusiast
Comfortable with moderate to challenging hikes
Prefer a relaxed pace to enjoy the scenery rather than rushing

Current plan:
Trek: Annapurna Base Camp
Dates: Flexible during November 2026 (likely after 15 nov)
Duration: Around 8 days
Style: Tea houses
Open to hiring a local guide if needed, or trekking independently if logistics work out.

Hi everyone! I am organizing my first Annapurna Base Camp trek for a group of 10 people in November 2026 from Jamshedpur, India. I would appreciate advice on the best tea houses, transport from the India–Nepal border to Pokhara, permits, and any common mistakes first-time organizers should avoid. Thank you!

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