One of the world’s classic treks, with an amazing variety of mountain scenery and Himalayan culture
Annapurna Circuit and Kali Gandaki trekking is rightly known as Nepal’s classic trek–offers more variety than any other walks of equivalent length and takes us through virtually every type of scenery that Nepal has to offer. There are superb views of Mt. Manaslu, Annapurna 1st, Gangapurna and Dhaulagiri, and the constant variety of landscapes ranges from sub-tropical through alpine to an arid semi-desert akin to Tibet; at the climax of the trek there’s a formidable 5416m. Pass, the Thorung-La, to cross. This is a tea house lodge-based trek, so we spend time in villages inhabited by many of Nepal’s different tribes, both Buddhist and Hindu.
Thakali and Mustang tribes control the busy trading and pilgrimage trail along the Kaligandaki valley, until we move through the gap between Dhaulagiri and Annapurna into the western zones, where we meet Gurung and Magars again. On the whole trek, there is not one day during which we do not have magnificent views of different Himalayas. The flora, geography and culture also change dramatically around the circuit. Though it is certainly demanding enough for seasoned trekkers, the Annapurna Circuit is still an excellent introduction to walking in Nepal for those who are confident of their fitness.
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu airport (1350), meet our staff then transfers to Hotel.
Day 02: Kathmandu free.
Day 03: Drive to Besishahar 823m.by Bus & Jeep, transfer to Lodge.
Day 04: Besishahar – Chame (2713m.) by local Jeep/Bus.
Day 05: Chame – Pisang Village (3185m.)
Day 06: Pisang – Manang Village (3351m.)
Day 07: Manang village rest for acclimatization.
Day 08: Manang – Thorung Phedi (4510m.)
Day 09: Thorung-La Pass (5416m.) – Muktinath (3748m.)
Day 10: Muktinath – Jomsom (2713m.) and transfer to Hotel.
Day 11: Jomsom – Pokhara by flight or Jeep drive then transfers to Hotel.
Day 12: Pokhara – Kathmandu by tourist Bus then transfers to Hotel.
Day 13: Kathmandu free.
Day 14: Last Minute transfers to airport for your onward journey.
Trip Days: 17
Trekking Days: 12
Height: 5416m.
Grade: Challenging
Group Size: No Limit
Lodging Level: Hotels/Lodges
Accommodation: 4 Nights Kathmandu, 1 Night Pokhara, 11 Nights in Tea-house
Food: Included except main meals in Kathmandu & Pokhara
Best Seasons: Winter, Spring & Autumn
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu airport (1350m.), meet our staff then transfers to Hotel.
Day 02: Kathmandu free.
Day 03: Drive to Besishahar 823m. by Mahindra Jeep/Toyota Hiace, transfer to Lodge.
Day 04: Besishahar – Chame (2713m.) by local Jeep/Bus.
Day 05: Chame – Pisang Village (3185m.)
Day 06: Pisang – Manang Village (3351m.)
Day 07: Manang village rest for acclimatization.
Day 08: Manang – Thorung Phedi (4510m.)
Day 09: Thorung-La Pass (5416m.) – Muktinath (3748m.) an holy place.
Day 10: Muktinath – Marpha village (2667m.)
Day 11: Drive from Marpha to Tatopani (1189m.) by public Bus/Jeep. Rest in hot spring.
Day 12: Tatopani – Ghorepani (2855m.)
Day 13: Ghorepani – Poon Hill (3210m.) – Tirkhedhunga (1577m.)
Day 14: Drive from Tirkhedhunga to Pokhara (915m.) and transfer to Hotel.
Day 15: Pokhara – Kathmandu by tourist Bus then transfer to Hotel.
Day 16: Kathmandu free.
Day 17: Last Minute transfers to airport for your onward journey.