Annapurna Circuit Trek
You can encounter a gamut of topological variations in the Annapurna Circuit trek within the duration of a normal trek. Aptly titled as Nepal’s classic trek the Annapurna trek displays divergent landscape ranging from the sub-tropical region to the alpine region and the semi-desert region.
The Annapurna Circuit trek is demanding even for a season trekker, but it is an exceptional
The Annapurna Circuit trek is demanding even for a season trekker, but it is an exceptional
introduction to walking in Nepal for those who are physically fit. This lodge based trek offers you magnificent vistas of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri mountain ranges and the opportunity to observe at close quarters the lifestyle and cultures of the different tribes of Nepal.
Best Season: Mar – May and Sept - Nov
Type of Trek: Tea House Minimum Pax: 2 +
Maximum Altitude: 5416m
Duration: 20 Days
Itinerary of Kathmandu, Pokhara and Annapurna Circuit
Best Season: Mar – May and Sept - Nov
Type of Trek: Tea House Minimum Pax: 2 +
Maximum Altitude: 5416m
Duration: 20 Days
Itinerary of Kathmandu, Pokhara and Annapurna Circuit
Day 1: Arrive At Kathmandu International Airport and transfer to the Hotel.
Kathmandu is the capital city of Nepal. It is said before Kathmandu used to be a lake.
A goddess name Manjushree with her sword cut one part of hill in a place called Chobar and since then people started to live.
Welcome Drinks with Briefing about the Tour
Rest of the day is free for Individual Activities/ Shopping/ Casino
Overnight at Hotel.
Kathmandu is the capital city of Nepal. It is said before Kathmandu used to be a lake.
A goddess name Manjushree with her sword cut one part of hill in a place called Chobar and since then people started to live.
Welcome Drinks with Briefing about the Tour
Rest of the day is free for Individual Activities/ Shopping/ Casino
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 2: After breakfast full day Kathmandu sightseeing by private vehicle
Swayambhunath, situated on a hillock about 77m above the level of the Kathmandu Valley is one of the worlds most glorious Buddhist Chaityas, said to be 2000 years old. Swayambhnath is located 4 km west of central Kathmandu.
The Pashupatinath Temple in Kathmandu is a temple of Lord Shiva, with two tiered golden roof and silver doors, is famous for its superb architecture. It is situated 5km east of Kathmandu city. This temple is regarded as one of the holiest sites for Hindus all over the world. Visitors can clearly seen the temple and the activities performed in the temple premises from the eastern bank of the Bagmati river.
The stupa of Bouddhnath is an ancient Buddhist monument and is the biggest stupa in Nepal. It is located 5km east of central Kathmandu. The stupa stands on a three-tiered platform raised over the crossed rectangles. Every Buddhist come to visit Boudhanath for making round the stupa. Buddhist believes Boudha Stupa is the mind of Buddha.
The another attraction of Kathmandu is Kathmandu Durbar Square, is the historic seat of royalty. It is located at the heart of Kathmandu Ciy. The durbar square, with its old temples and places, epitomizes the religious and cultural life of the people. The king of Nepal that kings used to get crowned and their coronations solemnized before the monarchy was abolished. Another attraction of this Durbar is we can see Kumari, the living child goddesses of Nepal . Kumari is believed to have supreme power. That is why the King of the Nepal used to bow and take blessing from him as well.
Patan Durbar Square complex, situated in the center of Patan city, also known as Lalitpur, houses the residence of the former Patan royal family. Patan Square and its surroundings are good specimen of ancient Newari architecture. There are three main courtyards in the palace: Mul Chowk, Sundari Chowk and Keshav Narayan Chowk. Mul Chowk, the oldest one is located at the centre of Patan square. After visiting these all unique and superb places we will back to hotel .
Overnight in hotel.
Day 3: Kathmandu to Besisahar 766m by private vehicle/bus 190km and then 3 hours trek to Bhulbhule 840m
Drive along the Kathmandu-Pokhara Highway via Dumre to reach Besi Sahar. Beshishahar is the district headquarters of Lamjung district. From here, you can see some mountain peaks, natural sceneries surrounding the valley and the daily activities of local people. The trail is on a flat level along the bank of the Marshyangdi River
Overnight in lodge
Day 4: Bhulbhule to Syanje 1100m. 5:30 hours Trek
Trek through a beautiful valley, crossing suspension bridges, views of waterfalls. Enjoy the view of Mt. Lamjung, Mt. Manashulu II and Peak 29 on the way to Syanje
Overnight in lodge.
Day 5: Syanje to Dharapani 1860m. 7 hours Trek
Cross a suspension bridge and begin a climb to Sattale 1550m on a steep path.Descend to a grassy riverbank, which leads to Tal with its hotels and teahouses. Beyond Tal, the valley narrows and the path becomes high and winding and in several areas hewn from the rock itself. Beyond the small village of Karte 1900m, there is a bit more cliff-walking before the path drops again to the river. Cross a suspension bridge and climb the short distance to the stone mani making entrance to Dharapani 1960m.
Overnight in lodge.
Swayambhunath, situated on a hillock about 77m above the level of the Kathmandu Valley is one of the worlds most glorious Buddhist Chaityas, said to be 2000 years old. Swayambhnath is located 4 km west of central Kathmandu.
The Pashupatinath Temple in Kathmandu is a temple of Lord Shiva, with two tiered golden roof and silver doors, is famous for its superb architecture. It is situated 5km east of Kathmandu city. This temple is regarded as one of the holiest sites for Hindus all over the world. Visitors can clearly seen the temple and the activities performed in the temple premises from the eastern bank of the Bagmati river.
The stupa of Bouddhnath is an ancient Buddhist monument and is the biggest stupa in Nepal. It is located 5km east of central Kathmandu. The stupa stands on a three-tiered platform raised over the crossed rectangles. Every Buddhist come to visit Boudhanath for making round the stupa. Buddhist believes Boudha Stupa is the mind of Buddha.
The another attraction of Kathmandu is Kathmandu Durbar Square, is the historic seat of royalty. It is located at the heart of Kathmandu Ciy. The durbar square, with its old temples and places, epitomizes the religious and cultural life of the people. The king of Nepal that kings used to get crowned and their coronations solemnized before the monarchy was abolished. Another attraction of this Durbar is we can see Kumari, the living child goddesses of Nepal . Kumari is believed to have supreme power. That is why the King of the Nepal used to bow and take blessing from him as well.
Patan Durbar Square complex, situated in the center of Patan city, also known as Lalitpur, houses the residence of the former Patan royal family. Patan Square and its surroundings are good specimen of ancient Newari architecture. There are three main courtyards in the palace: Mul Chowk, Sundari Chowk and Keshav Narayan Chowk. Mul Chowk, the oldest one is located at the centre of Patan square. After visiting these all unique and superb places we will back to hotel .
Overnight in hotel.
Day 3: Kathmandu to Besisahar 766m by private vehicle/bus 190km and then 3 hours trek to Bhulbhule 840m
Drive along the Kathmandu-Pokhara Highway via Dumre to reach Besi Sahar. Beshishahar is the district headquarters of Lamjung district. From here, you can see some mountain peaks, natural sceneries surrounding the valley and the daily activities of local people. The trail is on a flat level along the bank of the Marshyangdi River
Overnight in lodge
Day 4: Bhulbhule to Syanje 1100m. 5:30 hours Trek
Trek through a beautiful valley, crossing suspension bridges, views of waterfalls. Enjoy the view of Mt. Lamjung, Mt. Manashulu II and Peak 29 on the way to Syanje
Overnight in lodge.
Day 5: Syanje to Dharapani 1860m. 7 hours Trek
Cross a suspension bridge and begin a climb to Sattale 1550m on a steep path.Descend to a grassy riverbank, which leads to Tal with its hotels and teahouses. Beyond Tal, the valley narrows and the path becomes high and winding and in several areas hewn from the rock itself. Beyond the small village of Karte 1900m, there is a bit more cliff-walking before the path drops again to the river. Cross a suspension bridge and climb the short distance to the stone mani making entrance to Dharapani 1960m.
Overnight in lodge.
Day 6: Dharapani to Chame 2670m. 6 hours Trek
As you walk through a narrow field from the village, the Dudh Khola, which originates from the south face of Manaslu, enters on the opposite bank. The Marshyangdi then veers to the left and as Annapurna II becomes visible ahead, you arrive at Bagarchhap, a Tibetan village with prayer flags fluttering in the breeze around a Buddhist monastery. Continuing to climb through forests of pine and oak, you pass through Danaque. The trail then flattens out until you reach Chame.
As you walk through a narrow field from the village, the Dudh Khola, which originates from the south face of Manaslu, enters on the opposite bank. The Marshyangdi then veers to the left and as Annapurna II becomes visible ahead, you arrive at Bagarchhap, a Tibetan village with prayer flags fluttering in the breeze around a Buddhist monastery. Continuing to climb through forests of pine and oak, you pass through Danaque. The trail then flattens out until you reach Chame.
Day 7: Chame to Pisang 3200m. 6 hours Trek
Trek through a fir and pine forest, climbing to a high, rocky area as the opposite bank becomes an impassable cliff. A short climb from the village brings you to a rock-strewn area where you cross a suspension bridge and follow a high, winding path, before
crossing back to the right bank again. You now walk through a pine forest and as the forest ends, the valley changes from a V-shape to a gentle U-shape, opening up a wonderful vista before you. Continuing on, you come to a long mani wall by a bridge and the lower village of Pisang.
Overnight in lodge
Day 8: Pisang to Ngawal 3660m. 6 hours Trek
Trek along the south bank of the Marsyangdi Khola, the landscape becomes sparse with vagetation. The trail continuous along the river basis slowly ascending to Ngawal.
Overnight in lodge
Day 9: Ngawal to Manang 3540m. 6 hours Trek
Trek through a fir and pine forest, climbing to a high, rocky area as the opposite bank becomes an impassable cliff. A short climb from the village brings you to a rock-strewn area where you cross a suspension bridge and follow a high, winding path, before
crossing back to the right bank again. You now walk through a pine forest and as the forest ends, the valley changes from a V-shape to a gentle U-shape, opening up a wonderful vista before you. Continuing on, you come to a long mani wall by a bridge and the lower village of Pisang.
Overnight in lodge
Day 8: Pisang to Ngawal 3660m. 6 hours Trek
Trek along the south bank of the Marsyangdi Khola, the landscape becomes sparse with vagetation. The trail continuous along the river basis slowly ascending to Ngawal.
Overnight in lodge
Day 9: Ngawal to Manang 3540m. 6 hours Trek
The trek trail continuous slowly ascending and then
go into quiet distinct alpine areas.
Overnight in lodge.
go into quiet distinct alpine areas.
Overnight in lodge.
Day 10: Manang to Yak Kharka 4108m. 5 hours Trek
Now the trail ascends gently all the way to Yak Kharka passing through the Gunsang village all the while enjoying panaromic views of the Annapunra range.
Overnight in lodge.
Day 11: Yak Kharka to Thorng Phedi 4450m. 5 hours Trek
Leaving Yak Kharka, climb gradually to a ridge before descending to the headwaters of the Marshyangdi and crossing via a covered wooden bridge. After a short ascent up the mountain path on the right bank and follow a narrow trail across an unstable spree slope and then descend to Thorong Phedi.
Overnight in lodge.
Day 12: Thorng Phedi to Muktinath 3760m. 8 hours Trek
Proceed on a steep trail, but the gradient then eases after 4 hours of steady climbing.Then you reach the chorten and prayer flags of the pass. The descent to Muktinath is a steep 1600m downward but it is compensated for with excellent views of Dhaulagiri.
Overnight in lodge.
Day 13: Muktinath to Marpha 2670m. 6 hours Trek
Now the trail ascends gently all the way to Yak Kharka passing through the Gunsang village all the while enjoying panaromic views of the Annapunra range.
Overnight in lodge.
Day 11: Yak Kharka to Thorng Phedi 4450m. 5 hours Trek
Leaving Yak Kharka, climb gradually to a ridge before descending to the headwaters of the Marshyangdi and crossing via a covered wooden bridge. After a short ascent up the mountain path on the right bank and follow a narrow trail across an unstable spree slope and then descend to Thorong Phedi.
Overnight in lodge.
Day 12: Thorng Phedi to Muktinath 3760m. 8 hours Trek
Proceed on a steep trail, but the gradient then eases after 4 hours of steady climbing.Then you reach the chorten and prayer flags of the pass. The descent to Muktinath is a steep 1600m downward but it is compensated for with excellent views of Dhaulagiri.
Overnight in lodge.
Day 13: Muktinath to Marpha 2670m. 6 hours Trek
Begin with descent down the dramatic Kali Gandaki Gorge, initially through arid country in the same geographical and climatic zone as Tibet. After passing through Jharkot and Khingar villages with typical Tibetan architecture and follow the valley floor most of the way to Jomsom. From here there are fine views of the Nilgiri peaks. Continue walking down to Marpha, a delightful Thakali village, complete with a drainage system beneath the flagstone streets. Its narrow alleys and passageways provide welcome shelter from the strong winds of the Kali Gandaki Gorge.
Overnight in lodge.
Day 14: Marpha to Ghasa 2010m. 6 hours Trek
Trek along the river valley with a few tributary crossings before reaching Larjung. After Dhampu the scenary changes dramatically, as we enter a pine forest with lush vegetation and have beautiful views of Mt. Dhaulagiri and the Annapurna region. The trek from Kalopani to Lete Khola gradually goes down before the final climb to Ghasa
Overnight in lodge.
Day 15: Ghasa to Tatopani 1190m. 6 hours Trek
The trek is a gradual descent through valleys and fields with beautiful rupse waterfalls along the way. We will stop in Dana Village, site of the deepest George in the world and have lunch. Taopani, where we will stop, is a home of some wonderful hot springs that sit beside the icy river. You will have your first opportunity in many days to have a nice soak.
Overnight in lodge.
Day 16: Tatopani to Ghorepani 2860m. 7 hours Trek
Your trail passes on a flat level for some distance. Then the trail begins to ascend steep for at least one hour. The path then goes up through different villages inhabited by the people of different castes and agricultural land. The majority of the people here serve in the Gorkha and Indian Regiments. While trekking cross through the Kali Gandaki River with panormic views of Dhaulagiri and Annapurna ranges.
Overnight in lodge.
Day 17: Ghorepani to Nayapool 1070m. 6.30 hours Trek and then drive to Pokhara by private vehicle
Our last day of trekking is a descendtto the Modi Khola River, and the beautiful sight of lowland rice fields. On arrival at Nayapul, we drive to Pokhara. Overnight at hotel.
Day 18: After breakfast full day sightseeing by private vehicle
Day 14: Marpha to Ghasa 2010m. 6 hours Trek
Trek along the river valley with a few tributary crossings before reaching Larjung. After Dhampu the scenary changes dramatically, as we enter a pine forest with lush vegetation and have beautiful views of Mt. Dhaulagiri and the Annapurna region. The trek from Kalopani to Lete Khola gradually goes down before the final climb to Ghasa
Overnight in lodge.
Day 15: Ghasa to Tatopani 1190m. 6 hours Trek
The trek is a gradual descent through valleys and fields with beautiful rupse waterfalls along the way. We will stop in Dana Village, site of the deepest George in the world and have lunch. Taopani, where we will stop, is a home of some wonderful hot springs that sit beside the icy river. You will have your first opportunity in many days to have a nice soak.
Overnight in lodge.
Day 16: Tatopani to Ghorepani 2860m. 7 hours Trek
Your trail passes on a flat level for some distance. Then the trail begins to ascend steep for at least one hour. The path then goes up through different villages inhabited by the people of different castes and agricultural land. The majority of the people here serve in the Gorkha and Indian Regiments. While trekking cross through the Kali Gandaki River with panormic views of Dhaulagiri and Annapurna ranges.
Overnight in lodge.
Day 17: Ghorepani to Nayapool 1070m. 6.30 hours Trek and then drive to Pokhara by private vehicle
Our last day of trekking is a descendtto the Modi Khola River, and the beautiful sight of lowland rice fields. On arrival at Nayapul, we drive to Pokhara. Overnight at hotel.
Day 18: After breakfast full day sightseeing by private vehicle
Visit Mahendra cave, Seti Bridge and Bindabasani Temple. We will take you to visit Davids Fall, Guptesyar Mahadev Temple. Davis Fall an unique waterfall that lies 2 Km from central Pokhara City. The water fall directly goes into a deep and narrow canal with no ends. It is believed that this deadly waterfall took the life of a tourist named David, who fell down into the canal and was never found, and hence the name David waterfall, named in his memory by the people of Pokhara. This place has many nick names like Davy's Fall, David's Fall or Davis's Fall, all mean the same thing.
After visiting the above mentioned places we will come back to hotel and have lunch there. After lunch we will take you to visit Intl Mountain Museum, Regional Museum, Super Market and Lake Side Market and evening boating at Fewa Lake.
Overnight in Hotel.
Day 19: After breakfast departure to Kathmandu. Arrive at Kathmandu.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 20: Free time until departure to airport for your forward destination.
Tour End.
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Overnight in Hotel.
Day 19: After breakfast departure to Kathmandu. Arrive at Kathmandu.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 20: Free time until departure to airport for your forward destination.
Tour End.
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