Annapurna Circuit Trek takes you to the Tibet-like country on the northern slopes of the Himalaya and the dramatic Kali Gandaki Gorge. This trek starts with a drive of about 8 hrs to a bustling little boomlet town Besisahar (823m). After an overnight in Besisahar the trail starts through typical hill country inhabited by Gurungs and Chhetris. It slowly passes through wonderful rice paddy fields and into cooler zones, changing from pine forest to open meadows, and finally into dry rainshadow area of Manang. Mountain views from here are just superb and the greatest acheivement comes when crossing a high pass Thorung La (5416m) from where you will be able to see fantastic views of the mountains all around. You also will be visiting Muktinath the important pilgrimage site for both Hindus and Buddhists. We can describe this trail as a classical one as it provides everything which Annapurna has to offer, various culture, different tribes residing in this area, fantastic landscape, great mountain views and of course crossing an exciting 5416m Thorung La Pass.
Itinerary
Day 1
Arrive in Kathmandu and transfer to hotel
Day 2
Transfer to Pokhora
Day 3
Preparation day
Day 4
Fly to Jomsom 2710m, then trek to Syang/Marpha & back to Jomsom for overnight stay
Day 5
Kagbeni 2800m, Muktinath 3800m
Day 6
Muktinath acclimatisation day. Explore the famous Muktinath temple, famous for Hindu and Buddhist pilgrims. Visit the God Vishnu temple, Buddhist Gompas and Monasteries
Day 7
Today comes one of the biggest, most challenging passes “Thorong-La Pass 5416m”. We will take plenty of breaks and take in the amazing views of the Himalayas all around us. Overnight stay at Thorong Phedi
Day 8
Manang 3540m. Explore the Manang Bazar - the business and administrative centre for the region.
Day 9
Chame 2600m
Day 10
Jagat
Day 11
Ngadi
Day 12
Return to Pokhora
Day 13
Free time in Pokhora, return to Kathmandu
Day 14
Free time in Kathmandu, transfer to airport for flight home
Price includes: Airport pick-up and drop off, accommodation in Kathmandu (includes breakfast), accommodation during trek, all meals during trek, guides and porters, internal flights, all transport during trip, trekking permits, national park fees.
Excludes: personal insurance, meals in Kathmandu, personal drinks (soft drinks, beer etc.), tips, international flight.
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