The Annapurna Circuit Trek has been proved as a highly praised and impressive trekking route in the Annapurna region. The Annapurna circuit trek starts from Besishahar and goes along the Marshyangdi River, with great view of Manaslu (8163m.) and Peak 29 to the east. Starting from less altitude, it gives us a chance to explore the Himalayas from bottom to top and from many different angles and perspectives and it supports to acclimatize your body. We spend walking through rice farms, forests and friendly villages belonging to the lower realms of the Annapurna Conservation Area. Reaching Pisang village, we have a choice of trails north or south of the Marsyangdi River which meet up again at Mungji. The southern route by Humde, with its airstrip, at 3325m involves less climbing than the northern route via Ghyaru, Ngawal though there are better views on the trail that follows the northern bank of the river. As it continues to the main Himalayan range on to the high and dry Tibetan Plateau, the scenery is equally breathtaking. The village of Manang (3,500m/11483feet) marks the beginning of the next stage, where a day will be spent acclimatizing to the higher altitude. A number of excursions in the area can help the acclimatization process by visiting various monasteries or viewing, Gangapurna Lake, Ice Lake, Khangsar village, Milerepa Cave .The highest point of the trek is Thorung La pass (5416m / 17768 feet). After climbing up, the pass is marked by the Mani stone and prayer flags. As you reach the top, you are rewarded by the magnificent view from the top and then we walk down to Muktinath with amazing mountains. The sacred Muktinath temple has 108 waterfalls that resemble water flowing from taps and mysterious natural gas fires that boggle the mind. Annapurna circuit trekking via Muktinath, Jomsom and the apple orchards of Marpha Thakali village, we now enter the Kali Gandaki Gorge, the deepest in the world between the giant Annapurna and Dhaulagiri Himalayan ranges. The trek gets interesting in Tatopani where you will have the opportunity to relax in natural hot spring which you get relief of your tiredness and painful .The climb Poon Hill (3210m/10531feet) is rewarded awesome view of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges with the best sunrise. Now we trek down to Nayapul via Ullerri Magar village.

TRIP FACTS
Destination: Annapurna Around
Trip Duration: 24 Days
Season: Spring & Autumn
Trip Start/End: Kathmandu
Trek Start: Besisahar
Trek End: Nayapul
Trek Type: Tea House / Lodge
Accommodation: Hotel, lodge (tea house)
Transportation: Flight/Tourist Bus/Car/Van
Altitude: 900m - 5416m
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ITINERARY

Day 01: Arrive at international airport in Kathmandu and transport to selected hotel in Kathmandu and then rest of the day personal activities.

Day 02: Kathmandu Valley full day sightseeing by professional tour guide.

Day 03: Drive to Beshisahar (823 m, 7 hours driving) by public bus and stay overnight at lodge.

Day 04: Trek to Bahundanda hill (1311 m, 5/6 hours walking). The trail is walking via Bhulbhulle and Ngadi (View of Manaslu and Peak 29). The day end on a hill top at the Hindu Brahmin village and then overnight at lodge.

Day 05: Trek to Chamje (1425, 6 hours walking) via Jagat village and nice view of waterfall from Chamje and then overnight at lodge.

Day 06: Trek to Dharapani (1943 m, 6 hours walking) the rocky trail following the Marsyandi river gradually uphill and then overnight at lodge.

Day 07: Trek to Chame (2715 m, 6 hours walking)  the trail climbs to Timang at 2460m; we see beautiful views of Mt. Manaslu (8163m) .The Chame is official district headquarter of Manang, with its hot spring and then overnight at lodge.

Day 08: Trek to Pisang (3132 m, 6 hours walking)  Dhukure Pokhari , we appear to see many mountains like Annapurna II, Pisang peak, Chulu peak, Tilicho peak and others and then overnight at lodge.

Day 09: Trek to Manang (3341 mtr. 5 hours walking) Leaving Pisang, we have a choice of trails north or south of the Marsyangdi River which meet up again at Mungji. The southern route by Hongde, with its airstrip, at 3325m involves less climbing. The northern route via Ghyaru, Ngawal though there are better views on the trail that follows the northern bank of the river and then overnight at lodge.

Day 10: Rest day in the same place for acclimatization.

Ice Lake (4600m): It is a nice place to hike to, but it is a long walk. It is about 6 hours there and back. You can see the wonderful views of the mountains and the ice lake is excellent. It is definitely worth doing.

Monastery (100 rupees lama):
Praken Gomba is name of the monastery. It is a nice short walk. We see great Annapurna mountain views. The monastery has a Monk. He blesses your impending crossing of the Thorung La pass by tying a sacred thread around your neck. We have to give him one hundred rupees per person for this reason we call him Hundred Rupees Lama.

Gangapurna glacier: 

It is also not very far from Manang village. We see a close view of Gangapurna Lake and the glacier.

Khangsar village:

It is the last village after Manang.  Khangsar is a collection of traditional stone buildings surrounding a large village square. Near the top of the village is a small Sakyapa school monastery. This village is on the way to Tilicho Lake (the world’s highest lake or Mesokunda pass. It is a lovely old village.

Milerepa cave: 

This cave is another interesting site in this area. Many years ago a monk from Tibet lived in this cave. His name was Milerepa. He is famous for meditating in this place.

Day 11: Trek to Chauri latter (4200 m, 3/4 hours walking) and then overnight at lodge.

Day 12: Trek to Thorong Phedi (4450 m, 3 hours walking) and then overnight at lodge.

Day 13: Trek to Muktinath(3800m, 8/9 hours walking) The journey from Phedi to the 5416m Thorung La pass begins the day. We   climb steeply up; this is regularly used and easy to follow. However, the problem may arise due to the altitude and snow. It can cause problems crossing the pass if it is covered by snow. After about four hours climbing up to the pass marked by the Mani stone & prayer flags. As you reach the top, you are rewarded by the magnificent view from the top and then we walk down to Muktinath with amazing mountains view and then overnight at lodge.

Day 14: Trek to kagbeni (2900m, 3 / 4 hours walking) finally , the Annapurna circuit trek heads downhill , through the arid landscape to the ancient town of Kagbeni on the Kali Gandaki River and then over night at lodge.

Day 15: Trek down to Tukuche (2591 m, 6 hours walking) The Annapurna circuit threads its way along the Kali Gandaki River Bank to reach Tukuche Thakali Village and then overnight at lodge.
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Day 16: Trek down to Ghasa (2013 m, 6 hours walking) the valley opens out, and great views of Dhaulagiri (8167m.) and Annapurna I (8091m.) and then overnight at lodge.

Day 17: Trek down to Tatopani (1180m, 5 hours walking) The hike continue down the world deepest gorge Kali Gandaki River. The resort town of Tatopani, with its welcome hot springs and then overnight at lodge.

Day 18: Rest day to enjoy in Hot spring.

Day 19: Trek to Ghorepani (2832 m, 7 / 8 hours walking) The long climb to Ghorepani is rewarded with awesome views of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges and then overnight at lodge.

Day 20: Visit to Poon Hill (3210 m, 1 hour climbing at the top) early in the morning for the sun rise view and magnificent mountains views trek to Ulleri(1951 m,4 hours walking) and then overnight at lodge.

Day 21: Trek back to Naypul (1050m, 4 hours walking) Drive by Taxi to Pokhara and then overnight at selected Hotel.
Day 22: Drive back to Kathmandu by tourist bus at 7:30AM (200 km. 6/7 hours driving) and stay overnight at selected hotel in kathmandu.

Alternative route:
There are many flights to Kathmandu from Pokhara every day. You may choose to take a flight to get there. It takes 30 minutes. It is the more convenient way to get to Kathmandu.

Day 23: Departure to international airport to fly your home country.

PRICE INCLUDES:

• Pick up and drop from international airport by private car.
• Kathmandu valley Sightseeing by professional tour guide.
• 3 Nights hotel in kathmandu, (2 nights before trek & 1 night after trek).
• Kathmandu /besishahar/ by Local bus and Pokhara/kathmandu by tourist bus.
• 1 Night Hotel in Pokhara. 
• Nayapul to Pokhara by private car.
• Lodge accommodation on the way.
• Meals on full board (Breakfast, lunch and dinner three times a day).
• ACAP permit and TIMS (Trekker's Information Management System)card.
• One fluent English speaking, government registered most experienced area (local), first aid trained, guide and required porters.
• Guides/Porter's: food, lodge, transportation, salary, insurance, equipment etc.
• All government taxes.
• Local fresh fruit like orange, banana, apple, grape etc.

PRICE EXCLUDES:

• All Hot,Soft and hard table drinks such as: coke, beer, mineral water.
• Rescue operation charge.
• International airfare and visa fees ((15 Days US$25 and 30 Days US$40).
• Your travel insurance.
• Meals in Kathmandu.
• Tips for your guide and porters etc. 
  

Short Note: The above itinerary is a guideline and standard pattern which we provide you. This trekking can be modified according to your time and requirements. Trekking price will be according to luxurious, classic trekking, group size so if you provide details about it we will be pleased. Customize »

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