Impressive Annapurna Circuit Trek

Impressive Annapurna Circuit Trek

Annapurna Circuit Trek is an amazing trek that showers you with a wide variety of natural amusement that Nepal has to offer. Encounter the temples, monasteries and some fascinating landscapes that would cater your hunger and lust for natural and cultural fantasies.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive at Tribhuwan International Airport (KTM) Kathmandu

Stop At: Kathmandu, Kathmandu, Kathmandu Valley, Bagmati Zone, Central Region
You will be picked up and welcomed by our airport representative and transferred to your hotel for check in. You will then be given further details about the program. There are no planned activities for the day so you can enjoy your stay at the hotel and take in its surroundings
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight stay in a 3 or 4 start accommodation

Day 2: Drive from Kathmandu to Synge/Jagat (1100m) Duration: 8 hours

Stop At: Jagat, Jagat, Gandaki Zone, Western Region
We will drive to Beshisahar. We then take a local jeep from Beshisahar to Jagat. This drive gives you some insight of the rural people – their lifestyle and their culture. Stay overnight at a Guesthouse – Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner are included.
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: overnight in a guest house or a lodge

Day 3: Jagat to Dharapani (1960m) Duration: 6 hours

Stop At: Jagat, Jagat, Gandaki Zone, Western Region
We will leave Jagat on foot. Our trail winds up to Chyamje. After crossing a suspension bridge, the trail takes us uphill through the Oak forest. We’ll continue walking for a while until it emerges into a valley. We pass the village of Kodo and ascend to the village of Dharapani.
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight in a guest house or a lodge

Day 4: Dharapani to Chame (2630m) Duration: 5 hours

Stop At: Chame, Chame, Gandaki Zone, Western Region
On day 4 of the Annapurna Circuit trek the trail climbs along the mule track into a fir forest and then follows the river alongside the higher oak and maple trees. On the way you will be awe- struck by spectacular views of major Himalayan peaks.
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight at a guest house or a lodge

Day 5: Chame to Pisang (3300m) Duration: 5 hours

Stop At: Chame, Chame, Gandaki Zone, Western Region
Our trial now follows a steep and narrow river valley winding through deep woodland. The view of Pisang peak and Annapurna II on our way is truly amazing. Overnight at Guesthouse – Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included.
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight at a guest house or lodge

Day 6: Pisang to Manang (3570m) Duration: 4 hours

Stop At: Manang, Manang, Gandaki Zone, Western Region
Today we will take the upper route to Manang via Ghyaru – Ngawal – Mungji. We will experience more breathtaking scenery as the towering, majestic peaks overwhelm our senses with panoramic views of Annapurna, Pisang peak, and several others. We will notice a change in the landscape and vegetation from today. The cold dry climate creates a much harsher environment. Our short visit to Barge monastery, the largest in the entire district of Manang will be memorable.
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight in a guest house

Day 7: Manang - Acclimatization day

Stop At: Manang, Manang, Gandaki Zone, Western Region
This day is set aside for acclimatization to the higher altitude. We’ll spend our time visiting the monastery with a side trip to Gangapurna Lake.
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: overnight in a guest house or a lodge

Day 8: Manang to Yak Kharka (4,110m) Duration: 3 - 4 hours

Stop At: Manang, Manang, Gandaki Zone, Western Region
From Manang village, the trail crosses a stream, ascends to the village of Tenki above Manang, and then continues to climb out of the Marshyangdi Valley turning northwest up the valley of Jarsang Khola. We’ll then follow the valley northward, passing pastures and a scrub of juniper trees, as it steadily gains elevation. Further on we pass the small village of Ghunsa – a cluster of flat mud roofs just below the trailhead. Now the trail goes through meadows where horses and yaks contentedly graze.

We cross the river on a wooden bridge and passan ancient Mani wall in a pleasant meadow before arriving at another small village – Yak Kharka.
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight in a guest house or a lodge

Day 9: Yak kharka to Thorong Phedi (4,600m) Duration: 3 - 4 hours

Stop At: Thorong La Pass, Manang - 02, Thorong la, Manang 33500 Nepal
On day 9 we will make our way to the foot of the pass to Throng Phedi. This is a small yet busy settlement catering to the needs of tired trekkers and climbers.
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight at a guest house or a lodge

Day 10: Thorong Phedi to Muktinath (3800m) crossing over Thorong La Pass (5416m) Duration: 7/8 hours

Stop At: Thorong La Pass, Manang - 02, Thorong la, Manang 33500 Nepal
We will make an early start on our climb to the pass. We need to be fresh for the initial stage of ascent is very steep. As we approach the peak the trail becomes slushy from melting snow.

After making our way through rocky ridges, we arrive at the top of the pass (5416m). The top offers an indescribably magnificent 360 degree panorama of snowcapped peaks extending northwards into Tibet.

Looking back, we can see several peaks of Annapurna and in front of us is the beautiful gorge of Kali Gandaki. Our trail then descends steeply down to Muktinath (3800m) – an important pilgrimage sight for Hindus. It is a special place and home to many ethnic Tibetans and devout Buddhists.
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight in a guest house or a lodge

Day 11: Muktinath to Jomsom (2600m) Duration: 5 hours

Stop At: Muktinath, Muktinath, Dhaulagiri Zone, Western Region
After visiting the holy temple of Muktinath, we are close to completing the Annapurna Circuit Trek as we hike to Jomsom. Overnight at Guesthouse
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight in a guest house or a lodge

Day 12: Jomsom to Pokhara

Stop At: Jomsom, Jomsom, Dhaulagiri Zone, Western Region
We board a morning flight to Pokhara. Upon arrival, we will check into the hotel. The day can be spent exploring the interesting sights of Pokhara city.
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight in a guest house or a lodge Accommodation included: Overnight in a guest house or a lodge

Day 13: Drive back to Kathmandu

Stop At: Kathmandu, Kathmandu, Kathmandu Valley, Bagmati Zone, Central Region
Today, we will drive back to Kathmandu by tourist bus. After a six hours drive, we will be in Kathmandu, our circuit complete.
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight in a hotel

Day 14: Farewell

Pass By: Kathmandu Valley, Kathmandu Valley, Bagmati Zone, Central Region
Approximately 3 hours before the scheduled flight, a representative from the Nepal Hiking Team will take you to the airport and bid you farewell. You will take away so many stunning memories of the Annapurna Circuit and a perhaps in your heart the desire to return once again to Nepal

No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.