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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 (1,350m), meet our staff then transfer to Hotel.
Day 02: Free day in Kathmandu, preparation and briefing about trekking at evening.
Day 03: Drive from Kathmandu to Besi Shahar (823m) and O/N at Guest House/Teahouse Lodge.
Day 04: Jeep drive from Besi Shahar to Chame Village (2,670m). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
Day 05: Start trek from Chame Village – Upper Pisang (3,300m). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
Day 06: Upper Pisang – Green Lake – Manang Village (3,519m). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
Day 07: Rest day for acclimatization, with a day hike to Gangapurna Glacier and the surrounding areas.
Day 08: Manang Village – Thorong Phedi (4,450m) or, Thorong La Base Camp - 4,540m). O/N at T. Lodge.
Day 09: Thorong Phedi or, Thorong BC - Thorong La Pass (5,416m) – Muktinath (3,802). O/N at T. Lodge.
Day 10: Muktinath Village – Pokhara City (915m) by Jeep or, Bus drive then transfers to Hotel.
Day 11: Pokhara Leisure or, day sightseeing tour: Visit Shiva Statue, World Peace Pagoda (Stupa), Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave, Davi's Fall and International Mountain Museum.
Day 12: Drive or, Flight from Pokhara – Kathmandu then transfer to Hotel.
Day 13: Free day in Kathmandu for rest or shopping, with a farewell dinner in the evening.
Day 14: Last minute, transfers to TIA airport for your onward journey. Final Departure.
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu airport (1,350m), meet our staff then transfer to Hotel.
Day 02: Free day in Kathmandu, preparation and briefing about trekking at evening.
Day 03: Drive from Kathmandu to Besi Shahar (823m) and O/N at Guest House/Teahouse Lodge.
Day 04: Jeep drive from Besi Shahar to Chame Village (2,670m). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
Day 05: Start trek from Chame Village – Upper Pisang (3,300m). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
Day 06: Upper Pisang – Green Lake – Manang Village (3,519m). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
Day 07: Rest day for acclimatization, with a day hike to Gangapurna Glacier and the surrounding areas.
Day 08: Manang Village – Thorong Phedi (4,450m) or, Thorong La Base Camp - 4,540m). O/N at T. Lodge.
Day 09: Thorong Phedi or, Thorong BC - Thorong La Pass (5,416m) – Muktinath (3,802). O/N at T. Lodge.
Day 10: Early morning Visit temples, drive to Marpha Village (2,670m) for explore around. O/N at T. Lodge.
Day 11: Drive by Bus/Jeep to Gharkholagaon (1,170m) then trek to Ghorepani (2,874m). O/N at T. Lodge.
Day 12: Ghorepani – Poon Hill (3,210m) – Ulleri Village (2,073m) then drive to Pokhara. O/N at Hotel.
Day 13: Drive or, Flight to Kathmandu then transfer to Hotel, farewell dinner in the evening.
Day 14: Last minute, transfers to TIA airport for your onward journey. Final Departure.
