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Annapurna Circuit Trek - Itinerary
Day 01: Arrive at Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu
One of the representatives from Escape Himalaya Trek will welcome you at Tribhuwan International Airport. Then, you will be transferred to the hotel in Kathmandu. Further, you will be provided with details about your trekking program. No plans are scheduled for the day, and you can enjoy your time in and around the hotel.
Overnight at the Hotel.
Day 02: Drive from Kathmandu to Jagat (1,100m) Distance:186 km, Duration: 8 Hours
On this day, we drive from Kathmandu to Beshisahar, which takes around 7 hours. We will then take a jeep drive to Jagat, where the trek begins from next day.
Overnight at the guesthouse. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner are included.
Day 03: Jagat to Dharapani (1,960m) Distance:12-14 km, Duration: 6 Hours
On this day, we will leave Jagat and ascend through the forest to Chamje. We will then move ahead on a rocky track following the Marshyangdi River and walk uphill to Tal, the first settlement in the Manang district. Also, we will traverse a broad and flat valley. We will keep on the wing on a rising and falling route to reach finally Dharapani, which has a stone doorway with chortens and typically looks Tibetan-influenced.
Overnight at the guesthouse. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner are included.
Day 04: Dharapani to Chame (2,630m) Distance:15-16 km, Duration: 5 Hours
Walking from Dharapani, we will reach Bagarchhap, where we can see flat-roofed houses made of stones. We will also notice the village surrounded by maize fields and apple orchards. From here, we will ascend to Tyanja set at 2,360 m, and then we will keep on walking through woods and reach close to the river at Kopar. We will then finally reach the headquarters of the Manang district, Chame, where we will be rewarded with the excellent views of Annapurna II.
Overnight at the guesthouse. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner are included.
Day 05: Chame to Pisang (3,300m/10,825ft) Distance: 14-15 km, Duration: 6 Hours
We will trek from Chame on this day. We will pass through the woods and the spectacular rounded rock face. This is possibly one of the steepest parts of the Marshyangdi Valley. Walking ahead, we will notice the valley opening with magnificent vistas. We will also see Paungda Danda, a huge inclined rock face rising 1,500m above the trail. Walking further from here, we will reach Pisang.
Overnight at the guesthouse. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner are included.
Day 06: Pisang to Manang (3,370m/11,710ft) Distance: 16 km, Duration: 7 Hours
On this day, we will continue walking through the upper part of the Manang district, which is relatively drier. We will notice people herding the yaks and depending on agriculture. We will then walk alternatively on the north and south route of the Marshyangdi River. We will also move through Braga's striking but partly hidden settlement at 3,450 meters before reaching Manang.
Overnight at the guesthouse. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner are included.
Day 07: Manang - Acclimatization Day, Distance: 16 KM, Duration: 2-3 Hours
This is the day to rest and get acclimatized to high elevation. We will relax and experience short walks to witness the glorious views in the Manang region and avoid altitude sickness.
Overnight at the guesthouse. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner are included.
Day 08: Manang to Yak Kharka (4,110m/13,480ft), Duration: 4 Hours
On this day, we will trek to the Yak Kharka, ascending gradually through Tanki Manang and departing from the Marshyangdi Valley. We will also walk along, following the Jarsang River Valley, and reach Yak Kharka. In Yak Kharka, we will notice vegetation gradually getting sparser. Overnight at the guesthouse.
Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner are included.
Day 09: Yak Kharka to Thorong Phedi (4,600m), Duration: 4 Hours
From Yak Kharka, we will take a way that moves uphill to Thorong Phedi and walk across the river via a suspension bridge to Ledar village. We will also pass through soaring rocks face before getting to Thorong Phedi. 'Phedi' in Nepalese language means the foot of a mountain. Here, you will be rewarded with the paramount views of peaks like Gundang, Thorung Peak, Syagang, and Khatung Kang. Overnight at the guesthouse. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner are included.
Day 10: Thorong Phedi to Muktinath (3,800m) crossing over Thorong La Pass (5,416m), Duration: 7-8 Hours
This is the most important day of the trek and yet challenging. We will be walking early in the morning on this day to avoid bad weather problems. Walking ahead from Thorang Phedi, we will reach Thorong La Pass. After ascending for around 4 hours, we will reach the pass decorated with the chortens and prayer flags. As you reach the top, you will be pleased by the exceptional views of the Annapurna, Nilgiri, and Dhaulagiri mountain ranges. We will then descend to the holy town of Muktinath.
Overnight at the guesthouse. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner are included.
Day 11: Muktinath to Jomsom (2,600m) Distance: 16.5 km, Duration: 5 Hours
We will, on this day, visit the holy Muktinath temple, which holds several monasteries. It is a sacred pilgrimage spot for both Hindus and Buddhists. The temple is devoted to Lord Vishnu and has 108 water taps. Another appeal close by is the Jwala Mai Temple which has an everlasting flame of underground natural gas. We will then walk to Jomsom, famous for apple and apple products.
Overnight at the guesthouse. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner are included.
Day 12: Jomsom to Pokhara Flight, Duration: 20 Minutes
We will take a flight from Jomsom to Pokhara. You will be transferred to the hotel and checked in. You can wander around beautiful lakes and other exciting sights in Pokhara for the rest of the day. Here, you can go sightseeing in different places or relax for this day.
Overnight at the hotel. Breakfast is included.
Day 13: Drive Back to Kathmandu, Duration: 6-7 Hours
We will drive back from Pokhara to Kathmandu by tourist bus. Then, you will be transferred to the hotel. Overnight at hotel. Breakfast is included.
Day 14: Departure/Farewell
Approximately three hours before your scheduled departure flight, a representative from Escape Himalaya will transfer you to the airport and bid you farewell. You will fly back home with beautiful memories of the journey to Annapurna Circuit.
Breakfast is included.
What's Included
- All airport/hotel transfers by private vehicle
- Two night's accommodation with breakfast at a 3-star category hotel in Kathmandu
- One night's accommodation with breakfast at a 3-star category hotel in Pokhara
- Full board meals (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) with tea/coffee during the trek
- Best available twin sharing lodge to lodge accommodation during the trek
- Surface transfer from Kathmandu-Besisahar by private car and from Besisahar-Syange/Jagat by private jeep
- Flight from Jomsom-Pokhara, including departure taxes
- Surface transfer from Pokhara-Kathmandu by tourist bus
- One highly experienced, helpful, and certified trekking guide with porters to carry luggage (1 porter for two people), including their food, accommodation, salary, equipment, and accidental insurance
- Escape Himalaya Duffle Bag, Down Jacket, and Sleeping Bag during the trek
- Escape Himalaya T-shirt, Trekking Map, and Trip Achievement Certificate
- A comprehensive first-aid medical kit
- ACAP (Annapurna Conservation Area Project Permit) and TIMS (Trekkers' Information Management System) Card Fees (Please bring three passport-size photographs for the permit.)
- All government and local taxes
What's not Included
- Meals not specified in the 'Meal Inclusions' in the itinerary
- Travel Insurance
- International Airfare
- Nepal Entry Visa Fee (You can obtain a visa upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu. A multiple-entry tourist visa suitable for 30 days can be obtained by paying USD 50 or equivalent foreign currency. Similarly, multiple-entry tourist visas for 90 days can be obtained by paying USD 125. Please bring two copies of passport-size photos.)
- Cold drinks, including water, coke, Fanta, juice, etc.
- Wi-Fi / Internet during the trek
- Personal Trekking Equipment
- Tips and gratuities for trekking staff and drivers
