Annapurna Circuit Trek

01 / THE EXPERIENCE

Discover the journey

This is one of Nepal's classic treks that offer superb views of Annapurna & Dhaulagiri and Himalayan experiences of dramatic changes of terrain from sub- tropical through alpine to an arid semi- desert similar to Tibet, at the climax of the trek, Thorong La Pass (5416 m). This trek is an excellent introduction to walking in Nepal for those who are confident of their fitness. The route starts from Beshisahar follows the Marshyangdi River giving mesmerizing views of Mt. Manaslu and Himal Chuli to the east.

03 / YOUR ROUTE

Journey at a glance

Day 1: Arrive Kathmandu (1,300m) — Meet us outside the airport, transfer to Hotel. Meet with trekking guide and discuss about necessary things. Accommodation: Hotel Day 2: Kathmandu — After breakfast, keep full day valley sightseeing with Kathmandu Durbar Square, the place of the Malla and then the Shah Kings of Nepal, visiting Kumari Temple, house of the virgin goddess, visiting Swoyambhunath, a stupa on the top of hill - from here you can overlook the scenery of Kathmandu, Visiting Patan city, the second largest town in the valley, Krishna Mandir, Golden Temple etc. Accommodation: Hotel, Meals: Breakfast Day 3: Kathmandu - Bhulbule — Drive to Bhulbule along to the Prithivi Highway with an essential physical fitness, adequate acclimatization and good logistic support. From Dumre we divert to the rough route by the Marsyangdi River passing low-lying villages and rice fields. Eventually, we reach Besi Sahar and then continue drive to Bhulbule. Accommodation: Lodge/Teahouse, Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Day 4: Bhulbule - Jagat (1300m/7 hrs) — The trail for the day continues to Jagat via rice fields and crossing a small waterfall. The day introduces us to the cultural elements of Nepal, we encounter typical local houses and the different faces of the various peoples. Accommodation: Lodge/Teahouse, Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Day 5: agat - Dharapani (1860m 6 ½ hrs) — A slightly shorter trekking day has us climbing to Chamje through forest, but near the river and enters the Nyingma Pa Buddhist influenced area. Accommodation: Lodge/Teahouse, Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Day 6: Dharapani - Chame — This trail continues to the Gurung village of Bagarchap complete with its new Gompa. We enters conifer woodland and reaches the official district capital of Chame, with its hot springs. Accommodation: Lodge/Teahouse, Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Day 7: Chame - Pisang — Pass the rock wall of the Oble Dome and continue along the Annapurna Circuit to Upper Pisang, an architecturally magnificent village. Accommodation: Lodge/Teahouse, Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Day 8: Pisang - Manang — Walk along the valley trail to Manang, the unofficial trekking capital of the Annapurna Circuit. Accommodation: Lodge/Teahouse, Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Day 9: Manang - Acclimatization — Explore the Manang Valley to ensure that you have sufficient acclimatization to continue. Accommodation: Lodge/Teahouse, Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Day 10: Manang - Ledar — Today we leave Manang, & trail makes an ascent of nearly 2000m to the Thorong La pass. We make the climb steadily through Tenki, leaving the Marsyangi Valley. Continue trek along the Jarsang Khola Valley to Ledar. Accommodation: Lodge/Teahouse, Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Day 11: Latdar - Thorong Phedi — The trail descends to cross the river at 4310m we then climb up to Phedi at 4420m. At High Camp on the elevation of 4600m, we can found there some good Guesthouses. Your overnight stay will be there. Accommodation: Lodge/Teahouse, Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Day 12: Thorong Phedi - Thorong La (5416m) - Muktinath — Climb the Thorong La pass at 5,300m. to reach the sacred site of Muktinath. This journey makes up by the excellent views of Dhaulagiri. Finally, the moraines allow us towards grassy slopes before a pleasant walk along the Jhong Khola Valley to Muktinath and its shrines and temples. Accommodation: Lodge/Teahouse, Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Day 13: Muktinath - Jomsom — Finally, the Annapurna Circuit trek heads downhill, through the arid landscape to the ancient town of Jomsom on the Kali Gandaki river. Accommodation: Lodge/Teahouse, Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Day 14: Jomsom - Pokhara — We will transfer to the airport as per your flight schedule and fly to Pokhara and free day. Pokhara is a beautiful natural valley most popular tourist destination where you will be welcomed by, high standing, uncountable mountains along with Annapurna, Machapuchre (fish tail). Accommodation: Hotel, Meals: Breakfast Day 15: JPokhara - Kathmandu — Drive back to Kathmandu by Car / Van / Tourist Bus (6hrs) or by flight (30minute) Accommodation: Hotel, Meals: Breakfast Day 16: Final Departure — Transfer to international airport and fly to onward destination. Meals: Breakfast

YOUR DAY-BY-DAY ROUTE

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1Arrive Kathmandu (1,300m) — Meet us outside the airport, transfer to Hotel. Meet with trekking guide and discuss about necessary things. Accommodation: Hotel+