Itinerary
- Day 1
Kathmandu to Soti Khola
Start early with breakfast, then drive from Kathmandu to Soti Khola on a private vehicle. The 7-8 hour journey covers roughly 700m elevation through scenic landscapes, vibrant villages, and terraced fields. The first 3 hours to Dhading Besi follow paved roads, after which the route becomes more adventurous with dirt roads through Arughat before reaching Soti Khola.
- Start point
- Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, Kathmandu, Bagmati Zone, Nepal (Pick up from the airport and drop off at your hotel in Kathmandu)
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Drive through vibrant villages and terraced fields
- Pass through Dhading Besi
- Pass through Arughat town
Landmarks Dhading Besi Arughat - Day 2
Soti Khola to Machha Khola
After breakfast, trek from Soti Khola to Machha Khola over 3-4 hours. The hike crosses a bridge and winds through Sal forests with rocky trails and waterfalls. You'll walk through the Gurung village of Labu Besi, move along riverbanks, and ascend over a valley ridge before descending to Machha Khola Village.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek through Sal forests
- Hike past Labu Besi Gurung village
- Walk along river banks
- Cross valley ridge
Landmarks Labu Besi - Day 3
Machha Khola to Jagat
Trek for 5-6 hours from Machha Khola to Jagat after breakfast. Cross the Thado Khola through ups and downs to reach Khorla Besi, then continue to Tatopani known for natural hot springs. Cross the Budi Gandaki River on a suspension bridge, pass through Dobhan and Duman, and navigate rugged trails with multiple river crossings and suspension bridges before arriving at Jagat, a small farming village.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek through Sal forests and rocky terrain
- Visit Tatopani village with natural hot springs
- Cross multiple suspension bridges
- Cross Budi Gandaki River
- Pass through Dobhan
- Pass through Duman
- Pass through Thado Bharyang
Landmarks Tatopani Dobhan Duman Thado Bharyang - Day 4
Jagat to Deng
Complete ACAP permit formalities before trekking 6-7 hours from Jagat to Deng. Trek through rocky terrain over ridges to Salleri and Sirdibas, cross the Ghatta Khola on a suspension bridge, and reach Philim, a large Gurung village. Continue through millet fields at Ekle Bhatti, pass a checkpoint, then take the left route toward Manaslu at a Y-junction and walk through bamboo forests to reach Deng.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek through rocky terrain and ridges
- Pass through Salleri
- Pass through Sirdibas
- Cross Ghatta Khola on suspension bridge
- Pass through Philim Gurung village
- Pass through millet fields at Ekle Bhatti
- Walk through bamboo forests
- Trek along Budi Gandaki river
Landmarks Salleri Sirdibas Philim Ekle Bhatti - Day 5
Deng to Namrung
Trek for 6-7 hours from Deng to Namrung after breakfast. Cross the Budi Gandaki River multiple times and climb to Rana and Bhi. Continue through Serang Khola, pass canyons, and ascend steeply toward Ghap. Walk through Prok village with views of Sringi Himal, then trek through beautiful fir and rhododendron forests before reaching Namrung village with excellent mountain views.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek through fir and rhododendron forests
- Visit Rana
- Visit Bhi
- Pass through Prok village
- Visit Buddhist monasteries
- Cross Serang Khola
- Cross Budi Gandaki River multiple times
Optional Activities
- Alternative route bypassing Prok village
Landmarks Rana Bhi Ghap Prok Sringi Himal Ganesh Himal Mt. Himal Chuli - Day 6
Namrung to Samagaun
Trek for 6-7 hours from Namrung to Samagaun. Climb steadily through mani walls and fields of barley and potato, passing through fir, rhododendron, and oak forests. Reach Lihi, then enter a valley between Simnang Himal and Ganesh Himal. Pass through villages of Sho, Lho, and Syala with beautiful gate paintings. Stop for lunch at Lho with views of Mt. Manaslu, explore Ribung Monastery near Syala, then finish at Samagaon.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at Lho village with views of Mt. Manaslu), Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek through mani walls
- Pass through Lihi village
- Pass through Sho village with traditional paintings and houses
- Stop for lunch at Lho village
- View Mt. Manaslu from mani walls
- Visit Ribung Monastery
- Pass through Syala village
- Trek through fir, rhododendron, and oak forests
Landmarks Lihi Sho Lho Syala Ribung Monastery Simnang Himal Mt. Manaslu Himal Chuli Ngadi Chuli (Peak 29) 
- Day 7
Samagaun
This is an acclimatization day in Samagaun. Get used to higher altitudes while learning about local Sherpa culture. You can hike to Pungyen Gompa, an old monastery on a small hill, or trek all the way to Manaslu Base Camp via Birendra Lake. You'll encounter Sherpa women in traditional attire throughout the day.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Acclimatization activities in Samagaun
- Immerse in Sherpa culture
Optional Activities
- Hike to Pungyen Gompa monastery
- Hike to Manaslu Base Camp via Birendra Lake
Landmarks Pungyen Gompa Birendra Lake Manaslu Base Camp 
- Day 8
Samagaun to Samdo
After breakfast, take a shorter 3-4 hour trek. Climb moderately to the Budi Gandaki River through yak paddocks, then continue through juniper and birch forests. At a junction, take the right path on the Larkya La trail, passing numerous mani walls. Cross a wooden bridge and reach the white kani gateway to Samdo, a village dedicated to yak herding.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek through yak paddocks
- Pass through juniper and birch forests
- Cross wooden bridge over Budi Gandaki River
- Trek through mani walls
- Reach Samdo village with yak herding culture
Optional Activities
- Evening walk around Samdo village
Landmarks Kermo Kharka - Day 9
Samdo to Dharmasala
Trek for 3-4 hours from Samdo to Dharmasala after a second acclimatization day. Begin on a broader trail, cross the reduced Budi Gandaki River, then ascend on tapered trails crossing two ravines and two streams with views of the Larkya Glacier. Dharmasala is an ancient trading post from when traders traveled from Namche Bazaar through Tibet, with scattered stone huts from that historic marketplace.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek on broader trail from Samdo
- Cross Budi Gandaki River
- Cross two ravines on tapered trails
- Cross two streams with Larkya Glacier views
- Explore historic Dharmasala trading site
Optional Activities
- Meet trekkers crossing Larkya Pass from Bimthang side
Landmarks Larkya Glacier Salka Khola - Day 10
Dharmasala to Bhimtang via Larkya La Pass
This is the most challenging day at 8-9 hours of trekking. Climb consistently over ridges toward the Larkya Glacier's flat moraines with views of Cho Danda and Larkya Peak. Rocky trails near the moraine make the climb feel difficult but it's not technical. Pass four frozen lakes while descending, then make a final steep climb to Larkya La Pass at 5106m/16,745 ft adorned with colorful prayer flags. Enjoy outstanding views before descending through loose gravel and leveled grass paths to Bimthang.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek to Larkya Glacier moraines
- Trek past frozen lakes
- Cross Larkya La Pass (5106m)
- Trek through mountain valleys
- Trek to Bimthang village
Landmarks Larkya La Pass Cho Danda Larkya Peak Himlung Himal Cheo Himal Kangguru Annapurna II - Day 11
Bhimtang to Dharapani
Trek for 5-6 hours from Bhimtang to Dharapani. Start by enjoying mountain views from a Bhimtang ridge, then descend to a high pasture and cross a bridge over Dudh Khola. Walk through rhododendron forests and narrow valleys before climbing to the riverbank leading to Gho village. Continue to Tilije, walk on stone-paved paths through beautiful villages, pass mani walls and an arch, and reach Dharapani where the Annapurna Circuit section begins.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Descend from Bhimtang ridge
- Cross bridge over Dudh Khola
- Trek through rhododendron forests
- Trek through narrow valleys and fields
- Walk through Gho village
- Walk through Tilije village
- Walk through stone-paved paths
- Pass through Thonje village
- Pass through police checkpoint
Landmarks Gho Tilije Thonje Dharapani - Day 12
Dharapani to Besisahar
Take a local bus from Dharapani to Besisahar, which takes about 4-5 hours. Spend the final night of the trek at Besisahar.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Travel by local bus to Besisahar
- Day 13
Besisahar to Kathmandu
Drive 5-6 hours from Besisahar back to Kathmandu. Travel along the banks of the Marsyangdi and Trishuli Rivers, taking in beautiful scenery of rice fields, terraced farms, rivers, valleys, and hilly areas. You'll arrive in Kathmandu for your final night in Nepal.
- End point
- Departure Terminal, KTM Airport, Kathmandu, Bagmati Zone, Nepal (Pick up from the hotel and drop off to the airport for the final departure)
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Drive along Marsyangdi River
- Drive along Trishuli River
- Scenic drive through rice fields and terraced farms
- View hilly areas and mountain scenery
Landmarks Marsyangdi River Trishuli River
