Itinerary
- Day 1
Arrival in Kathmandu
You'll land at Tribhuvan International Airport where someone from the company will be waiting to pick you up and take you to your hotel. By evening, you can meet the other trekkers and trek members who'll be joining you on this adventure.
- Start point
- Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, Kathmandu, Bagmati Zone, Nepal (Pick up from Airport and Transfer to the hotel by private vehicle.)
Landmarks Tribhuvan International Airport - Day 2
Kathmandu City Tour
After having breakfast, spend the day walking through Kathmandu's four UNESCO World Heritage Sites. You'll visit Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa, Kathmandu Durbar Square, and Swayambhunath, which locals call the Monkey Temple. Throughout the day you'll see Hindu and Buddhist pilgrimage sites, old architecture, and get a real sense of local culture.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Pashupatinath Temple
- Visit Boudhanath Stupa
- Visit Kathmandu Durbar Square
- Visit Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple)
- Kathmandu city tour by private vehicle with experienced guide
Optional Activities
- Climb 350+ steps at Swayambhunath for panoramic views
Landmarks Pashupatinath Temple Boudhanath Stupa Kathmandu Durbar Square Kumari Chowk Swayambhunath - Day 3
Kathmandu to Besisahar
You'll head out early from Kathmandu by bus traveling west through the Kathmandu Valley along the Prithvi Highway. The route follows the Trishuli River to Dumre, then turns north toward Besisahar along the Marsyangdi River. The entire bus ride takes about 5 to 6 hours.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Bus travel Kathmandu to Besisahar
Landmarks Trishuli River Marsyangdi River - Day 4
Besisahar to Bahundanda
The trek starts from Besisahar heading north to Bahundanda through rice terraces and subtropical forest. You'll walk past small settlements, and on clear days you'll get your first look at mountains like Manaslu, Himchuli, and Nagdi Chuli in the distance.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Besisahar to Bahundanda
Landmarks Manaslu Himchuli Nagdi Chuli - Day 5
Bahundanda to Chamje
From Bahundanda you trek to Chamje passing through some really nice scenery with waterfalls dropping over 100 meters, rice terraces, and green woodland. Walking along the east bank of the Marsyangdi River, you'll see temples, monasteries, and Mani walls, plus settlements of Gurung and Tamang people.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Bahundanda to Syange to Chamje
Landmarks Marsyangdi River - Day 6
Chamje to Chame
Today involves trekking through cultivated fields growing corn, barley, maize, and potato, then moving into pine, rhododendron, bamboo, and fir forests. You'll pass through Manang district where Tibetan villages have flat-roofed stone houses decorated with prayer flags, showing traditional Tibetan culture and daily life.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Chamje through Manang district to Chame
- Day 7
Chame to Upper Pisang
You'll start early and walk through Bagarchap and Danaque before arriving in Chame, which offers great views of Lamjung Himal and Annapurna II. From there, continue on to Upper Pisang where you'll spend the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Chame to Upper Pisang via Bagarchap and Danaque
Landmarks Lamjung Himal Annapurna II - Day 8
Chame to Upper Pisang
Trekking toward Upper Pisang, you'll pass through Bhartang with its apple gardens. Cross a bridge to reach Dhukure Pokhari where you stop for lunch. After that, walk through tree-lined paths with views of Pisang Peak and Chulu Peak as you approach Upper Pisang.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Chame through Bhartang to Upper Pisang
Landmarks Pisang Peak Chulu Peak - Day 9
Upper Pisang Acclimatization Day
This is a rest day in Upper Pisang to help your body adjust to the high altitude. Spend time with local people learning about how they live and their culture. The panoramic views of Annapurna, Gangapurna, and Tilicho are visible throughout the day.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Rest day for acclimatization
- Village exploration and local interaction
Landmarks Annapurna Gangapurna Tilicho - Day 10
Upper Pisang to Pisang Peak Base Camp
After breakfast, trek toward Pisang Base Camp, moving upward through thin forest and grasslands where yaks graze. You'll reach a flat pasture that serves as an ideal camping spot on this frequently used trail.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Upper Pisang to Pisang Peak Base Camp
- Day 11
Pisang Peak Base Camp to High Camp
You'll climb the south-west ridge to reach the high camp. Once camp is set up, you'll get basic climbing training covering peak climbing techniques and proper use of gear like ice axes, climbing boots, crampons, harnesses, and ascenders. The training also covers rope techniques for going up and down.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Ascent to Pisang Peak High Camp
- Basic climbing training on peak climbing techniques
- Training on climbing equipment usage including ice axe, crampons, harness, and ascender
- Training on rope usage for climbing
- Day 12
Pisang Peak Summit Climb
Summit day starts early after breakfast on a steep, rocky trail with limited snow. You'll need about 20 meters of rope on the ridge, then around 200 meters more for the final approach up 70-degree slopes using both fixed rope and main rope. From the top you'll see the entire Annapurna ranges, then head back down to base camp.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Pisang Peak summit climb
Landmarks Pisang Peak Annapurna - Day 13
Pisang Peak Base Camp to Manang
Trek from Pisang Peak base camp toward Pisang village, then take the scenic route through Upper Pisang via Geru for great views of Annapurna and Pisang Peak. As you get closer to Manang, it becomes noticeably colder and drier. Before arriving in Manang, visit Barge Monastery, the district's largest.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Pisang Peak base camp to Manang
- Visit Barge Monastery
Landmarks Barge Monastery Annapurna Pisang Peak - Day 14
Manang to Yak Kharka
You'll trek through dense sandy mountains with no trees or vegetation, walking through incredible high sandy peaks with panoramic views. The 3 to 4 hour journey takes you gradually upward through Gunsang village at 3,960 meters toward Yak Kharka. Take your time because of the altitude and make sure to drink plenty of water.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Manang through Gunsang to Yak Kharka
Landmarks Gunsang - Day 15
Yak Kharka to Thorong Phedi
The trek gradually climbs to a ridge before descending to where the Marshyangdi River begins. You'll cross a covered wooden bridge, then make a short climb up the mountain path on the right bank. After that, follow a narrow trail across an unstable scree slope and drop down to Thorong Phedi.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Yak Kharka to Thorong Phedi
Landmarks Marshyangdi River - Day 16
Thorong Phedi to Muktinath
This is the most difficult day of the entire trek. You'll depart very early to cross Thorong La pass at 5,416 meters before strong winds pick up during the day. The 7 to 8 hour climb brings dramatic views of snow-covered mountains, the Kali Gandaki valley below, and the brown and purple hills of Mustang. The moraine transitions to grassy slopes and then a pleasant walk along Jhong Khola Valley to Muktinath's shrines and temple.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Cross Thorong La Pass (5,416m)
- Trek to Muktinath
Landmarks Thorong La Pass Kali Gandaki Valley Mustang - Day 17
Muktinath to Jomsom
Muktinath is sacred for both Buddhists and Hindus. In the morning, walk through the temple area and nearby Buddhist monastery. Then continue to Jomsom, known for its sweet apples and strong midday winds that are so characteristic locals even sing about them. Stop at Jomsom's Ecological Museum to learn about local culture, plants, and animals.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Tour Muktinath temple and Buddhist monastery
- Trek from Muktinath to Jomsom
- Visit Jomsom Ecological Museum
Landmarks Muktinath Jomsom Ecological Museum - Day 18
Jomsom to Pokhara
Catch an early flight to Pokhara, the lake city. After checking into your hotel, take time to rest or head to the lakeside area near Fewa Lake. If you feel up for it, you can browse local shops for souvenirs or try some local food.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Domestic flight from Jomsom to Pokhara
- Visit Fewa Lake area
Optional Activities
- Shopping for souvenirs
- Sample local delicacies
Landmarks Fewa Lake - Day 19
Pokhara to Kathmandu
Drive back to Kathmandu after breakfast, leaving behind the beautiful lake city of Pokhara. Once you arrive in Kathmandu, explore the shops in Thamel for souvenirs. In the evening, sit down for a farewell dinner at an authentic Nepalese restaurant with a cultural performance.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Farewell dinner at an authentic Nepalese restaurant with cultural performance)
Included Activities
- Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu
- Farewell dinner at authentic Nepalese restaurant with cultural performance
Optional Activities
- Shopping in Thamel
Landmarks Thamel - Day 20
Departure from Kathmandu
A company representative will pick you up from your hotel about 3 hours before your flight is scheduled and take you to the airport. You'll have time to think back on your Himalayan adventure and start thinking about your next trip to Nepal.
- End point
- Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, Kathmandu, Bagmati Zone, Nepal (Drop to Airport by private vehicle.)
Included Activities
- Airport transfer from hotel
Landmarks Tribhuvan International Airport
