Annapurna Circuit Trek
Annapurna Circuit Trek
Annapurna Circuit Trek
18 Days Starting and ending in Kathmandu
Visiting: Kathmandu, jagat, Dharapani, Chame, Pisang, Manang, Yak Kharka, Thorung Phedi, Muktinath, Marpha, Kalopani, Tatopani, Ghode Pani, Tadapani, Pokhara
Tour operator:
Tour code:
TMG-AC102
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 10
Physical rating:
Medium
Age range:
18-85 years
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Active, Adventure Tours, Small Group, Walking Hiking and Trekking
Interests:
Tour Overview
Annapurna Circuit Trek is your whole trek, or it is your trek, or it is the trek that the National Geographic has enlisted as the world's best walk. It is not an extraordinary trek but a compound trek in which you discover all the types of landscapes, prescribed by the general and the advanced trekkers. Its trekking trail not only confines to the unparalleled natural beauties but also embraces Muktinath, the pilgrim of the religious significance to the Hindu devotees across the world and also adds the highest pass of the Annapurna Region to make your walk adventurous and challenging.
Beyond this, you proceed to be introduced to the way of life that is rural, in comparison to your comfortable, urban life that lies within your reach. Feel the live difference between having and have nots through Annapurna Circuit Trek, and this trek is also the trek with the cultural getaway as you reach the Thakali villages. In addition to this, you will love to dive into the tradition that is rarely seen outside Nepal, and that has easy and acceptable forms.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrival In Kathmandu (1400M)
Location: Kathmandu
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: No Meals
On this day company, staff will come to receive you at the Tribhuvan International Airport. Then drop you to the hotel in a private vehicle.
Day 2 : Drive From Kathmandu To Besi Shahar (760M), Then Drive Besi Shahar To Jagat (1300M) Duration: 8 Hours
Location: jagat
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
We have an early departure from Kathmandu bus park and take a local bus towards Beshisahar. Our first overnight will be in Jagat and we will have some time to explore the official starting point of the Annapurna Circuit Trek.
Day 3 : Trek To Dharapani (1860M) Duration: 6 Hours
Location: Dharapani
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After an early breakfast, we depart towards Dharapani. It is a peaceful hike along beautiful trails through forests and valleys.
Day 4 : Trek To Chame (2670M) Duration: 6 Hours
Location: Chame
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today we will do approx. 5 hours of hiking. After an early breakfast, we hid the trail alongside the mighty Marshyangdi River and continue through stunning Pine and fir trees. Passing Danakyu village we have a steep ascend through beautiful forests and waterfalls towards Thanchowk. The nature of this part is amazing. Final stretch towards Chame our overnight destination of the day.
Day 5 : Trek To Pisang (3300M) Duration: 5 Hours
Location: Pisang
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, we depart for Pisang. Our first stop is at the abandoned Tibetan refugee camp Bhratang. Continuing our trek towards Pisang we take the Dhulkur Pokhari the gateway to heaven. Amazing scenery can be viewed from here that will take your breath away. After passing Paungda Danda we have an easy valley the trail towards Pisang our overnight stay of the day.
Day 6 : Trek To Manang Village (3540M) Duration: 5 Hours
Location: Manang
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today we trek towards Manang village. After a strenuous steep ascends we reach Garyu from where we are rewarded with amazing views of the Mighty Annapurna II, III, and IV. Continuing we have some scenic views of the Pisang Peak and Chulu Mountain. Hiking up and down through gulley’s we reach the main trail to Manang our final destination of the day. Manang is a slightly more active village than others and we will stay here for the night.
Day 7 : Acclimatization At Manang
Location: Manang
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Altitude sickness is no joke and we take it very seriously as so we have a rest day in Manang for acclimatization. Enjoy this beautiful city explore the surrounding valleys and enjoy this resting day.
Day 8 : Trek To Yak Kharka (4018M) Duration: 4 Hours
Location: Yak Kharka
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Trekking to Yak Kharka offers us great views of the Annapurna III and the Gangapurna Mountains. After leaving Manang we can view the pristine Gangapurna Lake laying majestically in the rocky valley. Passing through various rocky valleys and the villages of Tengi and Gunsang we finally reach the humble village of Yak Kharka for our overnight stay. From here we can see amazing views of the Muktinath Himal.
Day 9 : Trek To Thorung Phedi (4450M) Duration: 4 Hours
Location: Thorung Phedi
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Early breakfast and we are ready for our departure towards Thorong Phedi. We have a hard day ahead of us and we start by crossing the suspension bridge towards Ledar Village. After descending we cross a small wooden bridge over the river and ascend back on small trails through the rocky valley. Views here are amazing but safety is warned here due to landslides of rocks, we advise strongly to walk in a distance of a few meters. Depending on how early we left Yak Kharka we plan to reach Thorong Phedi in the early afternoon. After a short rest we climb up to the Thorong High Camp to get used to the high Altitude as tomorrow we cross our highest point of the trek the mighty Thorong La Pass. In Thorong High Camp we can see amazing views of what to expect tomorrow. Overnight stay at Thorong Phedi.
Day 10 : Trek To Muktinath (3760M) Via Thorong-La Pass (5416M) Duration: 8 Hours
Location: Muktinath
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today will be the most difficult as we have a very steep climb towards snowy trails up to the Thorong La Pass at 5400 m! After our early breakfast, we go for High Camp and continue towards a massif canyon. Climbing over the canyon can prove tricky as the ground below is loose and the ground up is unstable. But we are rewarded with amazing views of the Annapurna range. The climb becomes steeper now as we reach close to Thorong La Pass. The trail is covered in snow and we have to walk in a single line which means a slow pace with regular breaks to catch our breath. After a good climb, we can celebrate upon seeing a small teahouse which means the Thorong La Pass. We take some time to take pictures at the Thorong La signboard and enjoy a well-deserved victory. Now it’s time to continue our trek towards Muktinath. Descending the Thorong La is not to be underestimated as the trail is tricky and slippery. We leave the snow behind and traverse barren plains with a few bushes here and there and finally arrive at our end destination of the day Muktinath.
Day 11 : Trek To Marpha (2670M) Duration: 4 Hours
Location: Marpha
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Muktinath to Marpha is the goal of today. We start after our breakfast and descend towards Elke Bhatti; the scenery is completely different here offering views of massive canyons and desert-like plains. After Elke Bhatti, we have a welcoming flat trail as we follow the Kali Gandaki River. The river is a trough to its name Kali meaning Black and seeing the river as black as night is spectacular. We hike until we reach Jomsom for our break. The way to Marpha from Jomsom is a flat dust road and we plan to arrive in Marpha around the late afternoon for our overnight stay.
Day 12 : Trek To Kalopani (2530M) Duration: 5 Hours
Location: Kalopani
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today’s trek will be mostly along the riverside and in and out of pine forests. The river is a nice scenic natural view and it is famous for its ammonites (fossils). After this beautiful riverside hike, the trail pushes us further into the river bed where it can become difficult due to the slippery rocks and uneven trails. Completing this trail rewards, us with our final destination of the day Kalopani meaning black water. We will stay here for our overnight stay.
Day 13 : Trek To Tatopani (1190M) Duration: 7 Hours
Location: Tatopani
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Early breakfast and we hit the road again leaving Kalopani behind us. The trail brings us fast downhill through beautiful forests and grassy valleys. On a clear day, we can enjoy the views of Annapurna I, Nilgiri, and the mighty Dhaulagiri. Now the trail becomes more road then the path and we have an easy downhill walk towards the village of Ghasa. Crossing various suspension bridges and descending deeper into the green valley we pass the hot springs of Tatopani, a clear sign we reached our end destination of the day.
Day 14 : Trek To Ghorepani (2860M) Duration: 8 Hours
Location: Ghode Pani
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Early breakfast and departure. We have a mostly uphill hike through beautiful valley landscapes. Upon reaching a small but much-welcomed tea house. A short break and we continue our valley hike towards Shika for our lunch. After Shika, we can follow a road that will lead us directly to Ghorepani our overnight destination for today.
Day 15 : Trek To Tadapani (2630M). Early Sunrise Trek From Ghorepani To Poon Hill (3193M) Duration: 7 Hours
Location: Tadapani
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
From Ghorepani, we wake up very early and hike up to Poon Hill also known as the photographer’s paradise. From here we can see some of the most stunning panoramic views of the Annapurna range, depending on how early we reach Poon Hill a scenic sunrise is a moment one can care on for the rest of one’s life! Breakfast in Ghorepani and we descend towards Tadapani through lush rhododendron forests.
Day 16 : Trek To Ghandruk (1940M), Drive To Pokhara Duration: 4 Hours’ Trek, 2-Hour Drive Location: Pokhara
Location: Pokhara
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Today is relatively easy as we conclude our trek. After breakfast, we
descend further towards Ghandruk village. It's a typical Gurung Village where you will see the stone roof and a traditional village of Nepal. From here we drive towards one of Nepal’s most beautiful city’s Pokhara. On the way, we are constantly accompanied by the Mighty Machhapuchhre (Fishtail) Mountain and it reminds us of the long and amazing trek we completed. Overnight stay in Pokhara.
Day 17 : Drive From Pokhara To Kathmandu Duration: 8 Hours
Location: Kathmandu
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
After our breakfast, we will drive to Kathmandu on a tourist bus and drop you at the Kathmandu Hotel. In the afternoon we meet back at the travel office for the conclusion and review of your trek. A special dinner with a Nepali live culture show is planned to ensure the perfect ending of your vacation. Overnight stay at Kathmandu.
Day 18 : Trip Concludes
Location: Kathmandu
Meals Included: Breakfast
This day your trip concludes here. The company representative will drop you to the Tribhuvan International Airport in the private vehicle.
What's Included
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Accommodation
Standard hotel accommodation in Bed and Breakfast plan (BB Plan) in Kathmandu and Pokhara Guesthouse/ Mountain Teahouse accommodation during the time of trekking
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Airport Transfers at Destination
Pickup from the airport and a hotel as well as drop off in a private vehicle Surface Transportation from Kathmandu to Besisahar and back from Pokhara to Kathmandu by tourist coach
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Entrance Fees
Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) Permit and Trekkers Information Management System (TIMS) Permit card for trekking
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Fully Guided
Nepal Government certified English speaking local trekking guide and porter Porter service (One porter for 2 trekkers)
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Local Taxes
Official paper documents Government taxes and local fees
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Meals – Breakfast Only
In kathmandu and Pokhara
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Meals – Full Board
Full board meal (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) with tea/coffee during the time of trekking
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Farewell dinner
Farewell dinner in a restaurant with a cultural show
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Insurance
Insurance of Guides and Porters, including their meals, salary, lodging, and transportation
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Medical Kit
A comprehensive medical kit
What's Not Included
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Country Entry Visas
Nepal entry visa
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Others
Personal trekking equipment and expenses like water, laundry, phone and bar bills Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, early return from your trip (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary.
Expenses due to unavoidable events, like flight cancellation, strikes, and others Any other expenses that are not mentioned in the “cost include” section -
Tipping and Gratuities
Tips to your guide, porter, and driver
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Do you require a visa for this holiday?
Yes you require a visa for this holiday
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Yes, we operate a "single share" option. You need to let us know about it.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
There will be your guides and other supporting staff of the company.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
The company will pass you the details of your trip and the received voucher before you travel.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
If you are single or in a group, we can run a trip for you.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?
Yes, you are the one who is going to contribute to the underprivileged children for their education. Travel Max Guide supports a good cause and has been supporting the children of Nepal by running a child sponsorship program. If you are willing to spend some time in Nepal by doing volunteer work, feel free to contact us.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
You do have the flexibility to change your date but you need to inform us at least two weeks before. You can pick the next date at your convenience.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Simply we hearty welcome all of our guests for doing a remarkable trip in Nepal. We all are local. Offer you the best experiences and also we are eager to learn from you. A simple word; sharing and caring in terms of experiences and the love for you all. You are going to add one more member to our global family.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Our team is passionate and professional on our job. We have been working for more than a decade. After having a long run of experiences in this field, we start our company in 2018.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
COVID-19 precautions Our team follows the COVID-19 operational guideline with health protocol instructed by the Nepal tourism board. Here are some of the client/traveler agreements: CLIENT / TRAVELLER AGREEMENTS Clients should bring their own masks with them to use when traveling. Clients should inform the guide/ leader of any symptoms of any sort of illness. Clients should have travel med
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COVID-19 precautions Our team follows the COVID-19 operational guideline with health protocol instructed by the Nepal tourism board. Here are some of the client/traveler agreements: CLIENT / TRAVELLER AGREEMENTS 1. Clients should bring their own masks wi
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