The world’s most popular and well-known trekking route is the Annapurna Circuit Trek. It’s the Himalayas that you’re seeing. The trekking routes provide the best views of larger villages. There are communities of Tamang, Gurung, Magar, Thakali, and others. For approximately 10 to 12 days, we can complete the Annapurna Circuit trek. Depending on your preferences, the schedule can be altered to suit your needs. You want to budget money for each stop along the way. Do it slowly and leisurely because it will be good for your health. (I need to acclimate to heights gradually). On the trail, you can savour every second because the scenery is so breathtaking.
Upon arrival in Kathmandu, you will be transferred to your hotel by our staff. Enjoy a free day, followed by a trip briefing. A welcome dinner is included.
Overnight: Kathmandu View Hotel.
Meals: Dinner included
The journey begins with an early-morning minibus to Besisahar, followed by a rugged off-road vehicle ascent to Jagat (1300 m). Welcome to the verdant Marsyangdi valley. Overnight stay at a local lodge. (Approximate travel time: 10-12 hours).
Overnight: simple lodge.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
The trail gradually ascends and descends before a final steep climb through a gorge leads to the charming village of Tal (1680 m). In the late afternoon, a leisurely walk will take you to Dharapani (1860 m). Overnight in a lodge. (Approx. 7 hours walking time).
Overnight simple lodge.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Following breakfast, hike through a forest and over several ridges on a rough trail with rewarding views. Today offers potential sightings of multiple Annapurna peaks, so have your camera ready, but remain mindful of the path. We'll take frequent breaks during the five- to six-hour trek to Chame village, situated at 2,710 meters.
Overnight: simple lodge.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
A steep and narrow path through a very dense forest will bring us to the dramatic curved rock face, rising 1500m from the river. As the trail opens up we get surrounded by majestic Himalayan Peaks. We find ourselves in U-shaped valley of Manang hanging between two giant snow peaks and after walking through these wonderful sites we reach Pisang. (Overnight at tea house on full board basis)
Overnight:- simple lodge.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today, we can take two routes. The upper route, through Upper Pisang via Geru (our recommendation), offers outstanding scenery. You'll feel level with the majestic peaks and be allured by panoramic views of Annapurna, Pisang Peak, and other mountains. The landscape and vegetation contrast sharply with what we've seen, as the cold, dry weather creates a harsher environment. A visit to Barge Monastery, the largest in Manang, will be a memorable experience. (Overnight at tea house on full board basis)
Overnight: simple lodge.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
When trekking above 3000 m, a rest day is highly recommended for acclimatization. On this easy day, you can enjoy a late morning and breakfast. To better prepare for the Throng La pass, consider a short hike to a higher altitude than your lodging. Options include Gangapurna Lake, and for those feeling fit, Ice Lake or the Manang Monastery. Enjoy the spectacular Himalayan views. Excellent views of Gangapurna Lake, a glacier lake at the foot of the Gangapurna icefall, and traditional stone buildings can be seen from your hotel rooftop. This rest day provides a pleasant break on the Annapurna Circuit trek.
Overnight: simple lodge.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
From Manang village, the trail crosses a stream, climbs to a village of Tenki above Manang, and then continues to climb out of the Marshyangdi Valley turning northwest up the valley of Jarsang Khola. The trail follows this valley northward, passing a few pastures, a scrub of juniper trees, as it steadily gains elevation. The trail passes near the small village of Ghunsa, a cluster of flat mud roofs just below the trail head. Now the trail goes through meadows where horses and yaks graze. After crossing a small river on a wooden bridge, the trail passes an ancient old Mani wall in a pleasant meadow and then reaches another small village of Yak Kharka. Little but Gradual ascent is the key to avoiding altitude problems. (Overnight at tea house on full board basis)
Overnight:- simple lodge.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
We make our way to the foot of the pass, Throng Phedi. Thorong Phedi is a small busy settlement catering to the needs of tired trekkers and climbers. People use this point as a base camp. Some people also attempt a hike to the High Camp today so that the next day can be easier for them but we do not recommend attempting High Camp and overnight there because sleeping in higher altitude is not really advisable. Although we will have a tough the next day, we stop at Thorong Phedi so that we can sleep sound rather than a risky sleep in higher altitude at High Camp. (Overnight at tea house on full board basis)
Overnight:- simple lodge.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
We reach the climax of our Annapurna circle trek today. It will be a lifetime unforgettable experience- crossing the famous high pass, Thorong La. An early start is important to complete the mission. Each moment we have to work hard today through the icy high-altitude trail but the outstanding high Himalayan scenes are such tempting that our eyes love to watch more over the horizon than on our trail. We reach Muktinath with the setting sun. Muktinath is an important pilgrimage place for both Hindus and Buddhist. The area hosts a Vishnu temple and a Monastery nearby. Muktinath itself demonstrates the religions harmony in Nepal.
Overnight:- simple lodge.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today is very easy walk to Jomsom but a bit hard to walk against the wind. So this day is highly suggested to wear sun glass to protect your eyes. Stop at Jomsom for overnight to catch flight to Pokhara next day.
(Overnight at tea house on full board basis)
This morning we fly back to Pokhara. This flight is a Trans Himalayan flight- approx of 25 minutes. Once you arrive in Pokhara we can manage to view a magnificent view of Pokhara. This day is totally free day to enjoy famous lakeside tour, shopping or other activities offers at this city.
Overnight:- hotel.
Meals: Breakfast
your flight to Kathmandu right away or we can manage your flight to Kathmandu at evening so that you can explore Pokhara valley during the day! Remember, we will be hosting a fantastic celebration "Farewell dinner" at traditional Nepalese restaurant together with Mountain Guide Trek staffs for successful completion of the Jomsom-Muktinath Trek! (Overnight at deluxe hotel on BB basis)
This day is scheduled to visit the UNESCO listed World Heritage sites including: Swayambhunath, Patan Durbar Square, Bouddhanath, along with other historical and holy places. After delightful breakfast in the morning, our city tour guide takes you to Swayambhunath which is at the top of the hillock to the west of Thamel. Swayambhunath is one of the oldest temples of Nepal which is popular among foreigners as ‘Monkey Temple’. The spectacular scenery, cheerful monkeys, tranquil environment makes Swoyambhu worth visit. Patan Durbar square and Boudhanath is also included in this tour with culture city guide.
(Overnight at deluxe hotel on BB basis)
As we come to the end of this program, you will be transferred to the airport according to your scheduled flight time.
Meals: Breakfast
