ANNAPURNA CIRCUIT

Annapurna circuit is one of the world’s most famous treks. Easy walk in the beginning and then the path connects the valley of the Marsyangdi River with the Kaligandaki in a wild world.

Round Annapurna trekking is one of the world’s most famous treks also knows as Annapurna circuit trekking. It is considered as one of the busy trek route which starts with a filthy road extending up to the valley of Besisahar and Khudi. We have easy walk in the beginning and then the path connects the valley of the Marsyangdi river with the Kaligandaki. Thorung La (5,416m/17,764ft) is the highlight of the trek and one can see gigantic Himalayan and pass through subtropical to alpine region. Diverse ecosystems, cultures and beautiful landscape of lush paddy fields, oak forests, in the Kaligandaki the deepest gorge in the world, which make the Annapurna circuit trekking one of the most famous trekking route in the world. Also, around Annapurna trek offers an extraordinary panorama of Annapurna including, Dhaulagiri, Lamjung, Manaslu, Machhapuchhre, Tukuche peak and many other stunning peaks. Besides, you will see 100 varieties of orchids and several varieties of rhododendron forests in the world. 

BESTS

  • No particular technical difficulties in a spectacular and still little-visited area of ​​Nepal
  • Stunning yak villages and pastures in the Budi Gandaki valley, always accompanied by wanderful views of mountains such as the double peak of Manaslu, Larkya peak, Sama peak and countless other perennially snow-capped peaks
  • The Larkya La pass at the foot of Manaslu, where fatigue will be rewarded by the breathtaking views of Tibet and the surrounding snow-capped peaks.
  • The imposing peaks of Manaslu, Damodir, Annapurna and Dhaulagiri himal and the great pass of Thorong La
  • The Gandaki valley, the world’s deepest gorge between Dhaulagiri and Annapurna
  • Possibility of custom modification of the trip program with other activities or visits as well

COST

1,795 USD per person with 3 participants with local guide

Private trip possible every day. Contact us to receive a customized quote for 1 or 2 people. Contact us to receive a customized quote with European guide speaking English, French, Italian.

OUTLINE ITINERARY

  • Day 01. Arrival in Kathmandu
  • Day 02. Kathmandu to Chame (2,710m/8,891ft) by drive, 9-10 hours
  • Day 03. Chame to Pisang (3,300m/10,824ft), 5-6 hours
  • Day 04. Pisang to Manang (3,590m/11,545ft), 6-7 hours
  • Day 05. Manang: acclimatization day
  • Day 06. Manang to Yak Kharka (4,110m/13,484ft), 3-4 hours
  • Day 07. Yak Kharka to Thorong Phedi (4,600m/15,092ft), 3-4 hours
  • Day 08. Thorong Phedi to Muktinath (3,800m/12,467ft) via Thorong La pass (5,416m/17,764ft), 8-9 hours
  • Day 09. Muktinath to Marpha (2,670m/8,760ft), 4-5 hours
  • Day 10. Marpha to Kalopani (2,530 m/8,300 ft), 5-6 hours
  • Day 11. Kalopani to Tatopani (1,200m/3,937ft), 6-7 hours
  • Day 12. Tatopani to Pokhara (820m/2,789ft) by drive, 4-5 hours
  • Day 13. Pokhara: sightseeing and free shopping day
  • Day 14. Pokhara to Kathmandu by drive, 6-7 hours
  • Day 15. Kathmandu: sightseeing and free shopping day
  • Day 16. Final departure

DETAILED ITINERARY

Day 01. Arrival in Kathmandu
After arriving in Kathmandu you will be picked up from Airport representative and transfer to hotel. We will serve authentic Nepalese cuisine with cultural show in the evening.

Meals included: dinner. Overnight: hotel.

Day 02. Kathmandu to Chame (2,710m/8,891ft) by drive, 9-10 hours
After breakfast we start driving to Chame including the best view of Trishuli river. We will drive to Chame, we reach at Chame the district headquarters of Manang district. You will admire amazing views of Annapurna II/IV and Lamjung Himal.

Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Overnight: lodge.

Day 03. Chame to Pisang (3,300m/10,824ft), 5-6 hours
After breakfast trek and explore the exotic and rugged mountainous topography of Manang valley on the way, we head up to immerse into the dense and verdant forests of oak and rhododendron. Savoring the natural taste of deep gorges, rivers, aquamarine glaciers, yak pastures and green meadows, we reach the beautiful Marshyangdi valley and Pisang village.

Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Overnight: lodge.

Day 04. Pisang to Manang (3,590m/11,545ft) , 6-7 hours
Among two routes to go to Manang we will follow the upper Pisang route because of the excellent views of the beautiful mountains including Annapurna, Pisang, best vegetations and the best landscape. We will visit the Barge monastery which is the biggest in Manang.

Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Overnight: lodge. 

Day 05. Manang: acclimatization day
We have rest day in Manang today because we need some rest while traveling to mountains. You may keep busy to visit Bhojo gumba, Vraga village or Gangapurna lake.

Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Overnight: lodge.

Day 06. Manang to Yak Kharka (4,110m/13,484ft), 3-4 hours
Another short day of walking crosses a stream, climbs to a village of Tenki and continues to climb out of the Marshyangdi valley. The trail further passes near the small village of Ghunsa. After that the trail goes through meadows where horses and yaks graze, crossing a small river on a wooden bridge we reach small village of Yak Kharka.

Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Overnight: lodge.

Day 07. Yak Kharka to Thorong Phedi (4,600m/15,092ft), 3-4 hours
 An uphill walk after walking and crossing a suspension bridge we reach Ledar village. We ascend furthermore and pass through towering cliffs before reaching Thorang Phedi, the last village before Thorong La pass. While trekking we can see the best view of Thorung peak, mount Gundang, mount Syagang, and mount Khatungkan.

Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Overnight: lodge.

Day 08. Thorong Phedi to Muktinath (3,800m/12,467ft) via Thorong La pass (5416m/17,764ft), 7-8 hours
 After breakfast at Thorong La Phedi we trek to Thorong La pass, one of the highest passes in the world from east to west (Manang to Muktinath) which is the easiest and safest route. We morning around 2.30 am and trek up to the mountain. When we finally make it to reach at top around 6-7 am in the morning. This will be the best day to take pictures of me. After that we defend to Muktinath valley (3,800m/12,467ft).

Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Overnight: lodge.

Day 09. Muktinath to Marpha (2,670m/8,760ft), 4-5 hours
Muktinath, an important pilgrimage site both Hindus and Buddhists. In the morning, we pay our visit to Muktinath temple and a gompa. After the temple visit we will trek down towards Kagbeni and then to Jomsom finally arriving at Marpha. Now a days we can also get the Jeep from Jomsom or Muktinath to Marpha if we like to travel by jeep. Marpha is famous in the region because we can get many varieties of Apples and apple brandy.

Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Overnight: lodge.

Day 10. Marpha to Kalopani (2,530 m/8,300 ft), 5-6 hours
 From Marpha, we take a new route toward Kalopani via Chokhopani village. Today, we come across traditional villages of the ethnic Thakali people. Also, we get to see beautiful apple gardens. From here we get panoramic views of Dhaulagari, Tukuche, Nilgiri, Fang and Annapurna I mountains. From Chokhopani, we continue to Kokhethanti. We cross a river and come across the newly constructed road site before reaching Kalopani.

Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Overnight: lodge.

Day 11. Kalopani to Tatopani (1,200m/3,937ft), 6-7 hours
 Most of trek today is downhill. We cross the bridge at Ghasa, drop to lower elevations, we emerge back into subtropical forests, lush with vegetation. Our trail continues along Rupse Chahara (a famous waterfall). We continue down the east bank to a bridge at Dana. We can observe daily lives of the local people around the villages. Upon reaching Tatopani, we relax and have hot spring bath.

Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Overnight: lodge.

Day 12. Tatopani to Pokhara by drive (820m/2,789ft), 4-5 hours
 After early breakfast we will go towards Tatopani to Pokhara. You have to see good views on the way and after 4-5 hrs drive. you will reach Pokhara and stay or free to visit.

Meals included: breakfast. Overnight: hotel.

Day 13. Pokhara: sightseeing
 After breakfast you will have sightseeing around Pokhara. You will visit Bindabasini temple, Mahendra cave, Seti river, Davis falls, Barahi temple and then Afternoon return back hotel.

Meals included: breakfast. Overnight: hotel.

Day 14. Pokhara to Kathmandu by drive, 6-7 hours
After breakfast at a hotel in Pokhara you will drive or fly to Kathmandu. A farewell dinner is served in the evening.

Meals included: breakfast. Overnight: hotel.

Day 15. Kathmandu: sightseeing and free shopping day
 After breakfast take an excursion visit. Today we will go for sightseeing swyambhunath, Pasupatinath temple, bouddhanath and patan. world heritage site and freely shopping day. evening there will be a typical Nepali dinner organized for you in the typical Nepali restaurant with cultural program.

Meals included: breakfast. Overnight: hotel.

Day 16. Final departure
You will have breakfast and You will be free until your departure. A representative will take you airport for your final departure.

Meals included: breakfast.

INCLUDED

  • Arrival and departure airport transfers in Kathmandu by private vehicle
  • Night’s hotel accommodation in Kathmandu and Pokhara including breakfast
  • Overnight stays in common lodges during the trek, double room accommodation
  • Guided city tour in Kathmandu
  • Meals on full board (breakfast, lunch and dinner) during trekking period in the lodges/restaurants
  • Surface transport to and from Kathmandu by private vehicle
  • Twin sharing accommodation at the tea house lodges
  • An experienced certified guide and one trekking helper between 2 persons
  • Personal luggage transport during the trek with porters/yaks/ponies up to 12 kg
  • Group medical supplies (first aid kit will be available)
  • All required special trekking permits and conservation fees
  • Trekking permits (TIMS and ACAP)
  • All government taxes and our service charges
  • An English speaking experienced trekking guide recognized by Government of Nepal
  • Highly experienced trekking porters to carry luggage (1 porter for 2 trekkers)
  • Assistance during the trek by qualified staff and 24 hr. telephone with our office staff
  • Food, transfers, insurance and equipment for accompanying staff

NOT INCLUDED

  • Visa fee for Nepal
  • International flight to and from Nepal
  • Personal trekking equipment
  • Travel and medical insurance (if any rescue and evacuation needed)
  • Meals and extra night (more nights than stated in itinerary) accommodation in Kathmandu
  • Soft and hard drinks
  • Personal insurance and other personal expenses
  • Tips for trekking staff (tipping is expected)
  • Anything not specified under “INCLUDED”

ON REQUEST

  • Single room
  • Sleeping bag rental on site
  • European guide speaking English, French, Italian
  • Travel insurance
  • Superior hotel accommodations in town
  • Tour extensions