Itinerary
- Day 1
Arrival Kathmandu
You'll touch down in Kathmandu and get transferred to your hotel to check in. This first day is all about settling in and getting rest before the trek kicks off. It's a good time to adjust to the local time and maybe grab some dinner nearby.
- Day 2
Kathmandu
Spend the day handling permits and finalizing all your trekking arrangements in Kathmandu. You'll work with your guides to confirm logistics and make sure everything's ready to go. This is also when you can pick up any last-minute gear or supplies you might need.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Permit preparation and trekking arrangements
- Day 3
Kathmandu to Besi Sahar
Drive from Kathmandu to Besi Sahar, which marks the real start of your trek. The drive itself takes you from urban scenery into mountain terrain, so you'll notice the landscape shifting. Once you arrive, you'll get settled and prepare for the trekking days ahead.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Drive to Besi Sahar
- Day 4
Besi Sahar to Nyagdi
Your first trekking day takes you from Besi Sahar to Nyagdi. The trail eases you in as you walk through local villages and along mountain paths. By evening you'll reach Nyagdi and have your first full night on the trail.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trekking from Besi Sahar to Nyagdi
- Day 5
Nyagdi to Jagat
Trek continues from Nyagdi to Jagat through mountain terrain. The landscape here shifts between forest and open areas. You'll pass through several small settlements and feel the altitude starting to increase gradually.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trekking from Nyagdi to Jagat
- Day 7
Jagat to Dharapani
Moving from Jagat to Dharapani, you keep climbing higher into the mountains. The air gets fresher and the views start opening up more. This leg takes you deeper into the remote areas of the trek.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trekking from Jagat to Dharapani
- Day 7
Dharapani to Chame
Trek from Dharapani to Chame as you continue your ascent. The elevation gain becomes more noticeable now, though the pace stays manageable. Chame sits at a nice altitude for acclimatization before pushing higher.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trekking from Dharapani to Chame
- Day 8
Chame to Pisang Village
From Chame you trek to Pisang Village, gaining altitude steadily. The mountain vistas get more impressive as you climb. You're moving deeper into high altitude terrain now, so you'll feel the thinner air more.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trekking from Chame to Pisang Village
- Day 9
Pisang to Manang
Trek from Pisang to Manang, a key waypoint on your route. Manang is a bustling mountain settlement where trekkers stop regularly. By the time you arrive, you've covered significant ground and you're at a good altitude for the trek's next phase.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trekking from Pisang to Manang
- Day 10
Manang
Take a rest day in Manang to let your body adjust to the altitude. You can walk around the village, visit local monasteries, or just relax at your lodge. This break is important before you tackle the higher elevations ahead.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Acclimatization rest day in Manang
- Day 11
Manang to Chulu West Base Camp
Trek from Manang to Chulu West Base Camp, starting your approach to the climbing section. The terrain becomes rockier and more sparse as you climb. Base camp sits at a good staging point for the summit attempt.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trekking from Manang to Chulu West Base Camp
- Day 12
Chulu West High Camp
Move from base camp up to the high camp in preparation for your summit attempt. This is a shorter day that focuses on positioning for the climb. You'll settle in early to rest before the early morning start.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek to Chulu West high camp
- Day 13
Chulu West Summit to Base Camp
Climb from high camp to Chulu West's summit, then head back down to base camp the same day. This is an early morning push with significant elevation gain. After reaching the summit, you'll descend and return to base camp, making it a long but rewarding day.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Summit climb of Chulu West and descent to base camp
Landmarks Chulu West - Day 14
Base Camp to Thorong Base Camp
Trek from Chulu West Base Camp to Thorong Base Camp as you transition toward the Thorong Pass crossing. The route shifts from climbing terrain back to trekking. You're preparing for one of the trek's most challenging sections.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trekking from Chulu West Base Camp to Thorong Base Camp
- Day 15
Thorong Base Camp to Muktinath
Cross the high Thorong Pass and descend to Muktinath in one demanding day. The pass sits at 17,769 feet/5,416 meters, so the altitude here is serious. This is one of the trek's toughest stages, but crossing it is a major accomplishment.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Cross Thorong Pass and trek to Muktinath
Landmarks Thorong Pass Muktinath Temple - Day 16
Muktinath to Jomsom
Trek from Muktinath down to Jomsom, dropping significantly in elevation. The descent is steep in places, so take your time with the footing. By the end of the day you've lost a lot of altitude, which feels good after being so high.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trekking from Muktinath to Jomsom
- Day 17
Jomsom to Kalopani
Continue from Jomsom to Kalopani on the southern descent route. The trail keeps dropping in elevation, and the terrain becomes greener. You're moving back toward lower altitude now, which means warmer temperatures and lusher vegetation.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trekking from Jomsom to Kalopani
- Day 18
Kalopani to Tatopani
Trek from Kalopani to Tatopani, where hot springs bubble up from the ground. After days at altitude, you can soak in the natural hot water if you want. Tatopani sits in a pretty valley and marks a nice rest point on the descent.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trekking from Kalopani to Tatopani
Landmarks Tatopani Hot Springs - Day 19
Tatopani to Ghorepani
Trek from Tatopani to Ghorepani, a ridge-top settlement with great views. The trail winds through rhododendron forests and local villages. Ghorepani sits at a vantage point where you can see across multiple valleys.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trekking from Tatopani to Ghorepani
- Day 20
Ghorepani to Tirkhedunga
Trek from Ghorepani to Tirkhedunga as you push toward the trek's finish. The trail is well-established here with plenty of other trekkers around. You're in the final stretch now, just a few days from reaching Pokhara.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trekking from Ghorepani to Tirkhedunga
- Day 21
Tirkhedunga to Pokhara
Trek from Tirkhedunga to Birethati and Nayapul, then drive to Pokhara to wrap up the trek. The final trekking section is relatively easy as you descend to lower elevations. After the drive, you'll arrive in Pokhara and have time to relax and recover.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Trekking from Tirkhedunga to Birethati to Nayapul
- Drive from Nayapul to Pokhara
- Day 22
Final Departure Pokhara
Transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport for your flight onward, bringing your trek to a close. You'll leave Pokhara and head back to Kathmandu, then catch your flight. This marks the end of your trekking adventure through the mountains.
Included Activities
- Transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport
