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Annapurana circuit Trek

  • time 17D/16N
  • location Annapurna Region
  • mountain 5,416m.
  • high Moderate/strenuous
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Annapurna Circuit Trek or Annapurna Round Trek is a circuit of the Annapurna mountain range. This is one of the amazing trekking routes in Nepal in terms of climatic, geographical, and cultural diversity. The trekking route starts from Besisahar following the Marshyangadi River towards its origin source. During this trip, the most adventurous and attractive section is the Thorong-La Pass, which is 5,416m. above sea level. whence, descending on the other side of the Annapurna mountain range, you will do a circuit of the Annapurna mountain range.

Overview

Annapurna Circuit Trek or Annapurna Round Trek is a circuit of the Annapurna mountain range. This is one of the amazing trekking routes in Nepal in terms of climatic, geographical, and cultural diversity. The trekking route starts from Besisahar following the Marshyangadi River towards its origin source. During this trip, the most adventurous and attractive section is Thorong-La Pass, which is 5,416m. above sea level. whence, descending on the other side of the Annapurna mountain range, you will do a circuit of the Annapurna mountain range.

The best feature of this trek is the wide climatic diversity.  During this trek, You will feel the diversity of climate and its influence in the nature. Thus you will witness a change in flora, fauna as well as culture, and lifestyle.  This is an incredible aspect of the journey. Apart from that especially, you will have a golden chance to explore the Himalayan Buddhist cultural way of life and tradition in Manang Valley. Manang is a very beautiful valley, it is situated at the lap of Mount Gangapurna. Today, this valley has become a touristy town with big hotels and lodges, every trekker takes a day break for acclimatization there. Also after the Thorong-La pass, other side of the Annapurna mountain range, you will reach Muktinath. Muktinath is one of the very famous pilgrimage centers of Buddhists and Hindus, especially it is a foremost holy place to get rid of the sins of a lifetime for Hindus. This side of the Annapurna mountain range is more modernized, whence motorable road and famous airport of Jomsom to Pokhara. Throughout the route, you will explore the assimilated culture between modern and traditional with new evolutions. It will be very interesting for you.

Annapurna Circuit Trek or Annapurna Round Trek is the combination of all in one, as we have mentioned above. we recommend you not to miss this trek once in your lifetime if you are healthy and have the will to explore unforgettable lifetime experiences for a part of a beautiful life story in your life .

Arrival City
Kathmandu
Departure City
Kathmandu
Lodging Level
Trip Grade
Moderate/strenuous
Attractions
Geography, culture, society, Annapurna Mountain range, Manag Valley, Thorong-la pass, Muktinath, Jomsom, Marpha , Pokhara, and Kathmandu sightseeing.
Activity
Trekking

Itinerary

Day 01 – On arrival at the airport of Kathmandu pick you up.

Days 02 – Visit Pashupatinath, Bouddhanath, and Swayambunath (UNESCO World Heritage Sites).

Trekking

Day 03 – Depart to Trekking point Bhulbhule.

Day 04 – Trek to Jagat (1,320m), 7 hours  walk.

Day 05 – Trek to Dharapani (1,865m), 6/7 hours walk.

Day 06 – Trek to Chame (2,615m), 5/6 hours walk.

Day 07 – Trek to Pisang (3,110m), 5/6 hours walk.

Day 08 – Trek to Manang (3,540m), 6 hours walk.

Day 09 – Rest day in Manang(3,540m) for the acclimatization and to explore beautiful Manang valley.

Day 10 – Trek to Yak Kharka (4,052m), 5 hours walk.

Day 11 – Trek to Thorong Phedi (4,525m), 4 hours walk.

Day 12 – Trek to Muktinath(3,800m) via thorong-la pass (5,416m), 8 hours walk.

Day 13 – Trek to Marpha (2,720m), 7 hours  walk.

Day 14 – Drive to pokhara (820m), about 6/7 hours drive.

Day 15 – Return to Kathmandu (1350m) .

Day 16 – Cultural visit in Bhaktapur and kathmandu Durbar square (UNESCO world heritage site)

Day 17: Return to home.

Transfer to the hotel and after check-in briefing on your trip. Overnight at Thamel in Kathmandu.

Pashupatinath temple belongs to the lord Shiva, who is considered as the God of destruction and recreation. According to the legend, once upon a time, he had emerged in the form of the Shiva Linga for prosperous civilization in the valley. This is one of Nepalese Hindu’s foremost holiest pilgrimages and crematories on the bank of the holy Bagmati River. Today, you will observe various religious activities there, from life to death of hope and belief. Continue to visit a Buddhist site at Bouddhanath, which is an amazing Buddhist corner in Kathmandu Valley filled with beautiful Buddhist monasteries and monuments. It is one of the most sacred Buddhist pilgrimage sites in Nepal, where the world’s largest stupa hums the foremost prayer “mantra” “Om Mane Padme Hum” with its prayer wheels around the stupa. Then at the end of the day visit Swayambhunath, a small hill in the western corner of the Kathmandu Valley. It is also a famous Buddhist site with its most ancient stupa. This is also known as Monkey Temple because there are a lot of monkeys around this site. From there you will enjoy the panoramic view of Kathmandu Valley. Overnight in Kathmandu.

After breakfast, leave for Trekking Point Bhulbhule. It takes us around 6 to 7 hours in a gentle driving, throughout the journey you will pass through small towns, villages and beautiful terraced farming landscape views. Overnight at Bhulbhule village.

Today is the first day with new energy and enthusiasm. After breakfast, you will set out on a beautiful journey to the Annapurna region for the Annapurna circuit. Throughout the day, you’ll go ahead toward your destination through villages and terraced rice farming fields, observing the culture and lifestyle. Overnight at Jagat.

You will follow the Marshyangdi River by trekking trail, on the foothill slope of the skyline rocky mountain, while enjoying the natural beauty and observing the natural and cultural phenomena. Overnight at Dharapani.

After Dharapani you will reach the Himalayan region and feel the complete climate change, you will be closer to the snow-capped mountains. On the way, you will meet trekkers from all over the world. Everyone moves forward greeting Namaste to each other to reach the destination of their dreams. Chame is the headquarter of Manang district. It is well known as a small tourist town at the foothills of the Annapurna mountain range. Overnight at Chame.

Chame to Pisang is a pleasant trekking trail through the pine forest, just below the gleaming majestic Annapurna mountain range. Pisang is also one of the most ancient villages in the region, where you will explore the ancient Tibetan Buddhist cultural tradition.  Overnight at Pisang Village.

Manag is an incredibly famous wonderful valley on the foothill of two giant snowcapped Mountains on the bank of a small stream just right in front of Mount Gangapurna and its Glacier Lake. Apart from that this valley is also culturally famous for, its ancient settlement, and Himalayan Buddhism. Thus the valley is also one of the most popular attractions on the Annapurna circuit trekking route. Overnight in Manang.

A day’s rest at Manang is essentially very important for acclimatization before Thorong-La Pass (5416m.) during this journey, Every trekker takes a break here.  Manang is situated in the foothills of Gangapurna Mountain as a tourist center. it is important to take a break here from the point of view also exploring the ancient cultural lifestyle and Tibetan Buddhist faith. Overnight at Manang Village.

Yak Kharka is in between Manang and Thoron-La Pass, which means the pastoral area of Yak. it is also strategically very important to stop here for acclimatization and avoidance of altitude sickness. Overnight at Yak Kharka.

 

The trekking route from Yak Kharka to Thorong-La is pleasant despite the high altitude. As you approach Thorong-La Pass, walk slowly, breathing deeply with each step. Overnight at Thorong Phedi.

Thorong-La is the final destination of the Annapurna Circuit Trek. This is the most adventurous and exciting part of the journey. Successfully crossing the pass is every trekker’s dream, but unfortunately, it doesn’t happen for everyone. Thorong-La Pass is 5416 m. It is one of the beautiful viewpoints of the Annapurna mountain range. After crossing the pass, you will descend steeply down throughout the route up to Muktinath.  Muktinath is one of the most famous pilgrimage centers for Buddhist and Hindu pilgrims. particularly, Hindu believers visit there to get rid of any kind of sins in their lifetime. Overnight at Muktinath.

Today there is road access from Pokhara to Muktinath, so most pilgrims arrive there by transportation, especially, those who come for religious conviction or to purify their soul and body. But for the trekkers or foreigners, this section of the journey is very interesting to explore the assimilation of culture between their traditional and modern cultural lifestyle along the motorable road up to Marpha via Jomsom. There is an airport to Pokhara at Jomsom, it is an amazing modern town at the lap of the mountain. you will continue the journey observing the evolution In Nepal, Throughout the route by the bank of Kali Gandaki River to Marpha. Marpha is one of the most popular villages of the Thakali people (Thakali is one of the indigenous groups of Nepal.) This village is famous for Thakali tradition and culture. Today this village is reputed for apple farming and its production of apple whiskey. Overnight at Marpha.

 

you will drive by bumpy roads passing through the deepest gorges in the world, small villages, and towns. Throughout the journey along the banks of the Kali Gandaki River from Marpha to Pokhara is very interesting to drive in terms of landscape and cultural activities. After a long drive, you will arrive in the touristy town of Pokhara, where you will celebrate the success of your Annapurna circuit trip. Overnight in Pokhara.

There are two ways to return from Pokhara to Kathmandu, air route and land route. It takes 20 minutes of flight by air, and about  7 hours drive by land. Overnight in Kathmandu.

Kathmandu Durbar Square is a historical site in the heart of Kathmandu. It is an incredible site for monuments and cultural activities. Once upon a time it was widely famous for peace and love with hashish among the hippies in the world. They used to come here via India as one of their pilgrimage destinations in the world. And continue to visit another foremost ancient cultural town Bhaktapur. It is 13 kilometers east of Kathmandu a typical traditional majestic medieval town known as an open museum for arts and crafts. Overnight in Kathmandu.

 

We will you escort to the airport.

 

Include & Exclude

  • All airport/hotel transfers.
  • 3-star hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast.
  • Welcome and farewell dinner.
  • All accommodation and food during Trek.
  • Sightseeing tour in Kathmandu valley as per itinerary including a tour guide.
  • All ground transportation as per itinerary in private vehicles.
  • An experienced trekking guide, porters to carry luggage including their salary, insurance, equipment, food, and lodging.
  • All necessary paperwork and permits (National Park permit, TIMS).
  • All government and local taxes.
  • Nepal Visa fee (bring a small denomination of USD cash and two passport photographs).
  • International airfare to and from Kathmandu.
  • Excess baggage charges.
  • Lunch and evening meals in Kathmandu and also in case of early return from the mountain than the scheduled itinerary.
  • Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, and early return from the trekking (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary.
  • Lunch in Pokhara.
  • Travel and rescue insurance.
  • Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, extra porters, bottled or boiled water, etc.).
  • Tips for guides and porters.

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