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Annapurna Circuit Trek
Day 1 – Kathmandu
Upon your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, our team member will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel. Once you have settled in, we will conduct an orientation program at the hotel, where our team will provide you with important information about the trek, including the route, preparations, safety, and what to expect during the journey. In the evening, you will enjoy a welcome dinner in Kathmandu and have the opportunity to meet your trekking team. Meals: Dinner (Welcome dinner in Kathmandu).
Day 2 – Kathmandu to Besi Sahar and Trek to Bhulbhule
After breakfast, we drive toward Besi Sahar, a journey of approximately eight hours along the Prithvi Highway. During the drive, you will pass winding rivers, small villages, green hills, and beautiful countryside landscapes. Upon reaching Besi Sahar, we will complete the necessary ACAP registration and obtain the trekking permit. We then continue with the trek toward Bhulbhule, where we spend the night and prepare for the main trekking section of the Annapurna Circuit. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner. Landmarks: Prithvi Highway.
Day 3 – Syange to Dharapani
Today, we begin the trek from Syange, crossing the Marsyangdi River and continuing toward Tal with several ascents and descents along the trail. The route passes through beautiful rhododendron and bamboo forests and takes us past a large waterfall before descending toward Karte. From Karte, the trail climbs again toward Dharapani. As we continue, we enter the scenic Manang Valley and eventually reach Bagarchhap. The day offers a wonderful combination of river scenery, forests, waterfalls, and mountain landscapes. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner. Landmarks: Marsayangdi River and Manang Valley.
Day 4 – Dharapani to Chame
After breakfast, we continue our trek from Dharapani toward Chame. The trail climbs gradually through forests toward Danakyu and continues through areas affected by landslides before reaching Lata Marang. We walk through Kothe meadow, surrounded by pine and spruce trees, and continue toward Chame. Along the way, there are several excellent viewpoints from which you can enjoy views of Annapurna II, Annapurna IV, and Lamjung. Chame is the administrative center of the Manang district and will be our overnight stop. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner. Landmarks: Annapurna II, Annapurna IV, and Lamjung.
Day 5 – Chame to Pisang
Today, the trail takes us through beautiful pine forests and apple orchards surrounded by traditional stone walls. We continue following the Marsyangdi River while enjoying increasingly impressive mountain scenery. The route gradually leads us toward Pisang, a picturesque settlement in the upper Manang region. During the trek, you can enjoy views of Annapurna II, Pisang, Himalchuli, Ngadi Chuli, and the Marsayangdi River. We spend the night in Pisang. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner. Landmarks: Annapurna II, Pisang, Himalchuli, Ngadi Chuli, and Marsayangdi River.
Day 6 – Pisang to Manang
We continue our journey toward Manang today, climbing gradually toward the spectacular Tilicho Peak region. The trail reaches Humde, where the Manang airstrip is located, and then crosses the Marsayangdi River before continuing toward Munchi. We then pass through Braka, a beautiful Tibetan-style village known for its monasteries and traditional architecture. From Braka, the trail continues toward Manang, where we spend the night. The day's trek provides excellent mountain scenery and an introduction to the unique culture and landscape of the Manang Valley. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner. Landmarks: Tilicho Peak, Manang Valley, Manang Airstrip at Humde, and Braka.
Day 7 – Acclimatization Day in Manang
Today is an important acclimatization day in Manang to help your body adjust to the increasing altitude before we continue toward Thorung La Pass. We climb the ridge north of Manang for beautiful panoramic mountain views and then descend to visit the glacial lake located beneath Gangapurna's impressive icefall. After exploring the area, we return to Manang for the night. This is also a good opportunity to rest, explore the village, and enjoy the surrounding Himalayan scenery. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner. Landmarks: Annapurna II, Annapurna IV, Tarke Kang, and Gangapurna.
Day 8 – Manang to Ledar
After breakfast, we leave Manang and begin our gradual ascent toward Ledar. After crossing a stream, we climb toward Tengi and continue upward, leaving the Marsayangdi Valley behind as we reach Ghunsang. The trail passes through scattered vegetation, including barberry, juniper, and rose bushes. We cross a large stream before reaching Yak Kharka, a well-known stop along the Annapurna Circuit. From Yak Kharka, it takes approximately another hour to reach Ledar, where we spend the night. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner. Landmark: Marsayangdi Valley.
Day 9 – Ledar to Thorung Phedi
Today, we continue our ascent toward Thorung Phedi. The trail follows the eastern side of the Jar Sang Khola before descending slightly and crossing a stream bridge. We then continue through the high-altitude landscape toward Thorung Phedi. As we gain altitude, the vegetation becomes increasingly sparse, while the surrounding views of the Annapurna and Manaslu mountain ranges become more spectacular. We spend the night at Thorung Phedi in preparation for the challenging Thorung La Pass crossing the following day. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner. Landmarks: Annapurna Range and Manaslu Range.
Day 10 – Thorung Phedi to Thorung La Pass and Muktinath
Today is one of the most challenging and rewarding days of the trek. We start early and make a steep, rocky ascent along the ridge toward Thorung La Pass, which stands at 5,416 meters and is the highest point of the Annapurna Circuit. After reaching the pass, you will have time to enjoy the panoramic mountain and landscape views before beginning the steep descent toward Chabarbu. We continue across the meadow and eventually reach the sacred pilgrimage destination of Muktinath, where we spend the night. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner. Landmark: Thorung La Pass.
Day 11 – Muktinath to Jomsom
After breakfast, we descend from Muktinath toward Jharkot and continue to Khingar, where the routes separate. From there, we continue toward Jomsom along the beautiful Kali Gandaki River. The landscape changes significantly as we enter the lower Mustang region, offering a different and fascinating Himalayan environment. Once we reach Jomsom, you will have time to relax and explore the area. If you are interested, you can also try the local apple brandy known as Marpha. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner. Landmarks: Kali Gandaki River.
Day 12 – Jomsom to Pokhara
We wake early for the approximately 20-minute flight from Jomsom to Pokhara. The flight offers beautiful aerial views of the surrounding mountains and landscapes. Upon arrival in Pokhara, we transfer you to your hotel, where you can rest and relax after completing the trek. Your tour officially ends in Pokhara, and you can either depart from there or continue with any additional activities you may have planned. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
COST: USD 1150 per person
Included:
Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu and Pokhara on a twin-sharing basis.
Teahouse accommodation during the trek on a twin-sharing basis.
Jomsom–Pokhara domestic flight.
Professional and experienced local Trek Leader/Guide trained in Wilderness First Aid.
Full-board meals during the trek: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Welcome dinner in Kathmandu.
Necessary porters to carry personal gear and group equipment.
Private airport arrival transfers.
Transportation to and from the starting and ending points of the trek.
TIMS Card.
Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP).
Trekking permits.
Sleeping bag for use during the trek.
Duffel bag for use during the trek.
Garbage plastic bag.
Comprehensive first-aid kit.
Annapurna trekking map.
Proper insurance for trekking staff and porters.
Not Included:
Travel insurance of any kind.
Nepal entry visa fees.
International airfare.
International airport taxes.
Drinks and main meals in Kathmandu, Pokhara, and other cities.
Tips for trekking guides, porters, and other staff.
Personal expenses during the trek, including:
Hot showers
Battery/device charging
Telephone services
Beverages
Hot mineral water
Optional activities and services not mentioned in the itinerary.
Any additional expenses arising from unforeseen circumstances