Transport

Arrival transfer to hotel in grounded vehicle. Bhaktapur to Besissahr in Private vehicle. Besiahar to Jagat to Dharpani with local jeep. Muktinath to Tatopani transfer with local jeep or bus depending upon the group size. Kimche to Pokhara with local jeep or bus depending upon the group size. Airport drop from Pokhara with private vehicle. Kathmandu airport pickup sightseeing and departure with private vehicle.

Guide

A very experienced english speaking guide from begginning to end of the tour. Assistant guide from 5+ pax.

Others

First aid for group carried by guide or assistant guide. Oxygen suppliment in case of emergency. Entrance for Bhaktapur, Pashupati and Boudha.

Flights

Flight from Pokhara to Kathmandu.

Meals

Bhaktapur, Pokhara, Kathmandu with Bed and Breakfast. Trekking day with full board ( Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner). Welcome and farewell dinner on local resturant.

Insurance

Insurance of Local staffs used during the trip.

Not included:

Others

Visa for Nepal (EUR 35,- or USD 40,-) Sightseeing which is not described in the program Personal expenditure: e.g. drinks, souveniers, laundry, snacks, etc. Flight to and from Nepal to any other country. Vaccination and travel insurance Extra payment in case of illness, rescue, changes of the program because of acts of nature beyond control, and additional expenses for overnight accommodations, etc. resulting from this.

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Day 1 Arrival In Kathmandu & Transfer To The Bhaktapur Hotel.
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Arrival In Kathmandu & Transfer To The Bhaktapur Hotel.

Arrive in Kathmandu and transfer to Bhaktapur to the hotel. Dinner in a typical local restaurant. 2 nights.

Driving duration: 45 min

Meals: Welcome Dinner.

Overnight : 3 star Hotel in Bhaktapur.
Day 2 Bhaktapur: Sightseeing & Tirp Preparation Day.
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Bhaktapur: Sightseeing & Tirp Preparation Day.

After having breakfast you will go for Sightseeing in Bhaktapur which is located in the east corner of the Kathmandu Valley. It is an ancient Newar city abought 8 miles far from the capital city Kathmandu. Bhaktapur was the largest of the three Newa kingdoms of the Kathmandu Valley, and was the capital of Nepal during the great "Malla" Kingdom until the second half of the 15th century. It is famous for its rich culture, temples, and wood, metal and stone artworks. Because of this it is also listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.

In the evening you will have a farewell dinner with the guide of your tour because it will be the last evening all together.

Meal: Breakfast/-/-

Overnight: 3 star Hotel in Bhaktapur.
Day 3 Drive From Bhaktapur To Jagat (1,700M) Via Besisahar.
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Drive From Bhaktapur To Jagat (1,700M) Via Besisahar.

After breakfast we drive along the Narayani and Trishuli rivers to Mugling – the lowest point of the tour. After that we move on along the Marshyangdi River, we reach in about 3 to 4 hours finally Besisahar. When the weather is clear we can see them snow covered peak in Marshyangdi valley. In Besisahara we will Change car and take a shared taxi (Jeep) and continue driving over Bhulbhule to Ngadi and on to Jagat at 1300m.

Driving duration: 7-8 hrs

Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner.

Overnight: Lodge in Jagat.
Day 4 Drive From Jagat To Dharapani To Bagarchhap And Trek To Chame (2650M).
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Drive From Jagat To Dharapani To Bagarchhap And Trek To Chame (2650M).

After a leisurely breakfast we continue our journey. One deep carved gorge leads upstream via Chamje and Dharapani to Bagarchhap (2160 m). From here we start our hike Chame. Typical Tibetan architecture awaits us on the route a more magnificent view of the mountain giants Annapurna II (7,937 m), Lamjung Himal (6,983 m) and Manaslu (8,163 m). Reach in the afternoon we reach today’s destination Chame (2670 m), the administrative center of the region.

Driving duration: 2 hrs.

Walk duration: 5 hrs

Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner.

Overnight: Lodge in Chame.
Day 5 Trek From Chame To Pisang (3,200M).
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trek From Chame To Pisang (3,200M).

We follow up the narrow forested valley to the old Khampa settlement at Bhradang (2845m), our lunch stop, once a centre for these fierce Tibetan warriors’s resistance to Chinese occupation. We cross over and begin to climb up through the forest away from the river. The silence itself is dramatic as we round this pine forested ridge. We continue down to Pisang, our night stop. The Tibetan feel of the village is unmistakable, fine tapering walled houses and long lines of prayer wheels and mane walls. There is an excellent short detour for those with some spare energy, up to Pisang Gompa (3230m) across on the north bank, with amazing views back of the huge north face of Annapurna II.

Walk Duration: 6-7 hrs

Meals: Breakfast/lunch/Dinner

Overnight : Lodge in Pisang.
Day 6 Trek From Pisang To Braka Manang (3,450M).
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trek From Pisang To Braka Manang (3,450M).

There is a choice of two routes: a shorter direct one along the south bank valley floor via Hongde airstrip, or a more interesting, but longer route higher on the north bank through the villages of Gharyu (3670m) and Ngawal (3657m). A visit to Barge monastery, the largest in the entire district of Manang will be memorable. Braga (3360m) cliff side village, below its 900 year old gompa (monastery) of the Kargyupa sector of Buddhism, sadly now little used.

Walk Duration : 6-7 Hrs.

Meals: Breakfast/lunch/Dinner

Overnight: Lodge in Manang
Day 7 Acclimatization Day, Hike To Chongkor View Point (3,750M) & Ganapurna Glacier Lake.
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Acclimatization Day, Hike To Chongkor View Point (3,750M) & Ganapurna Glacier Lake.

Manang is a fascinating village, the chief Buddhist village that gives its name to the area. As such it’s ideal for our essential acclimatization rest day before taking on the Tilicho and Thorong La. There are excellent side trips such as the short climb to the Cliffside Bod-zo Gompa where the lama performs a blessing ceremony to protect us on our journey. Bhojo Gompa or Gangapurna Lake is worth visiting sites from acclimatization point of view. An easy excursion to a little distance away to a village called Vraga, a small old village with a monastery is also possible.The more energetic may wish to visit the high village of Khangsar on the opposite bank. A good day’s round trip and well worth the effort.

Meals: Breakfast/lunch/Dinner

Overnight: Lodge in Manang
Day 8 Trek From Braka Manag To Shree Kharka (4,080M).
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trek From Braka Manag To Shree Kharka (4,080M).

Today we have a leisurely hike ahead of us. Going to Manang it uphill in sections, then downhill to the Khangsar Bridge and uphill again to the village of Upper Khangsar. At the geichnamite monastery we hike to Shree Kharka Lodge at 4050m If you still feel like it, you can go on another hike in the afternoon environment to acclimatize.

Walk Duration: 3-4hrs

Meals: Breakfast/lunch/Dinner

Overnight: Lodge in Shree Kharka.
Day 9 Trek From Shree Kharka To Tilicho Base Camp (4,200M) .
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trek From Shree Kharka To Tilicho Base Camp (4,200M) .

Today we have a busy day ahead of us. The path leads mostly uphill over a high pasture and then a steep section downhill to a simple lodge in Tilicho Base Camp where we spend the night.

Walk Duration: 3-4hrs

Meals: Breakfast/lunch/Dinner

Overnight: Lodge in Tilicho Base Camp.
Day 10 Early Monring Hike To Tilicho Lake (4,919M) & Back To Shree Kharka (4,080M).
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Early Monring Hike To Tilicho Lake (4,919M) & Back To Shree Kharka (4,080M).

We get up very early and walk slowly up to Lake Tilicho. He is the highest lake in Nepal. After about 3 hours we reach the Tilicho Lake Southern Base Camp (4,990 m). Just an hour of it away is the Tilicho Khola Base Camp (4,920 m). In clear weather the view of the surrounding mountains will continue to occupy us for a long time to come. Remembered. We can broaden our view over the entire Annapurna range and the turquoise-blue lake in front of it. let. The sound of the avalanches coming loose, from a safe distance to to be so close to such a natural phenomenon is a unique experience. Experience. Slowly we make our way back to the Tilicho Base Camp, in the afternoon we continue trekking to Shree Kharka Lodge.

Walk Duration: 9-10 rs

Meals: Breakfast/lunch/Dinner

Overnight: Lodge in Shree Kharka.
Day 11 Trek From Shree Kharka To Yak Kharka (4,050M) 4/5 Hrs
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trek From Shree Kharka To Yak Kharka (4,050M) 4/5 Hrs

Today a slightly shorter stage awaits us. We’re hiking back to Khansgar, from there we ascend to the village of Gunsang. The impressive The summit of Manaslu (8163 m) accompanies us for a while, until it emerges from the

disappears from our field of vision. Hiking over lush green yak pastures We continue to Yak Kharka.

Walk Duration: 4-5 hrs

Meals: Breakfast/lunch/Dinner

Overnight: Lodge in Yak Kharka.
Day 12 Trek From Yak Kharka To Thorong Phedi (4,450M) 3/4 Hrs
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trek From Yak Kharka To Thorong Phedi (4,450M) 3/4 Hrs

Across Ledar (4200m) we ahead Thorong Phedi (4450m). Thorong Phedi is a small busy settlement catering to the needs of tired trekkers and climbers. On the way we can see Chorten and prayer flags near to Thorong Phedi. We can see the beautiful Mountain View of Gangapurna (7167m) through our trek. People use this point as a base camp. High camp also can be option to get acclimatization and overnight there because sleeping in higher altitude is not really advisable. Although we will have a tough day tomorrow we stop at Thorong Phedi.

Walking Duration: 4-5 hrs

Meal: Breakfast/lunch/Dinner

Overnight : Lodge inThorong Phedi
Day 13 Trek From Thorong Phedi To Muktinath (3,800M) Via Thorong La Pass (5,416M) 9/11 Hrs
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trek From Thorong Phedi To Muktinath (3,800M) Via Thorong La Pass (5,416M) 9/11 Hrs

After leaving Thorong Phedi, on the way to Muktinath we have to cross Thorong La Pass (5416m), between beautiful mountain ranges -Kathung Khang (6484m), Yakawakhang (6482m), from where we can see mountains like Dhaulagiri (8167m), Nilgir north (7061m), Tukuche Peak (6920m) and Dhampus Peak (6012m) and we can also see Jomsom Village from here. After Thorong La Pass, we start descending down the barren Kali Gandaki Valley, which is far below to the west. Eventually the moraines yields to grassy slopes and the final descent walk to Muktinath is a pleasant walk along the upper part of the Jhong Valley. We cross the meadows, drop into a deep ravine the starting of the Jhong Khola, climb out and follow a wide trail into Muktinath. Muktinath Temple is the incarnation of Lord Vishnu. Behind the temple, there are 108 waterspouts, which are ever known as Mukti Dhara. People believed that by taking bath in this waterspout god absolve the sins of the people, that’s why many people visit there for worshipping Lord Vishnu.

Walk Duration : 9-10hrs

Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

Overnight: Lodge in Muktinath.
Day 14 Drive From Muktinath To Tatopani (1,341M) 6/7 Hrs
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Drive From Muktinath To Tatopani (1,341M) 6/7 Hrs

In the morning we will take a short hike to the pilgrimage site of Muktinath and visit the impressive, above the village temple. Afterwards we continue downhill into the medieval town of Kagbeni, which is characterized by its winding streets, ancient houses and the massive gompa impressed. We continue to drive over Jomsom, Tukuche and Ghasa all the way to Tatopani. On the occasion we will visit hot springs in the evening.

Drive Duration : 4-5 hrs

Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

Overnight: Lodge in Tatopani.
Day 15 Trek From Tatopani To Shikha (1,670M) 4/5 Hrs
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trek From Tatopani To Shikha (1,670M) 4/5 Hrs

After breakfast we leave the dreamy village of Tatopani and cross the Kali-Gandaki River Headwater of one of the four largest rivers in Nepal. From here we go uphill again and we leave at the village of Ghar Khola, the Kali-Gandaki Gorge behind us. Our route leads through small villages and an attractive landscape Path towards Sikha at around 2,000 m.

Walk Duration : 4-5 hrs

Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

Overnight: Lodge in Sikha.
Day 16 Trek From Shikha To Ghorepani (2,850M) 6/7 Hrs
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trek From Shikha To Ghorepani (2,850M) 6/7 Hrs

On the way to the village of Ghorepani (2,860 m), we often find ourselves in the shade of magnificent places Rhododendron forests and occasionally get wonderful views of the approaching and snow-covered peaks, for example Dhaulagiri (8,167 m). The last part takes us steeply uphill finally we reach our destination Ghorepani.

Walk Duration : 4-5 hrs

Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

Overnight: Lodge in Ghorepani.
Day 17 Early Morning Hike To Poon Hill (3,210M) & Trek To Ghandruk (1,960M) 7/8 Hrs
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Early Morning Hike To Poon Hill (3,210M) & Trek To Ghandruk (1,960M) 7/8 Hrs

After a leisurely breakfast we hike to Deurali and down to Banthanti. The route continues through dense rhododendron forest Tadapani. After Tadapani we climb slightly downhill to Bhaisepati and then steeply down to Ghandruk, the most beautiful Gurung village on the rout.

Walk Duration : 4-5 hrs

Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

Overnight: Lodge in Ghandruk.
Day 18 Trek From Ghandruk To Kimche & Drive To Pokhara
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trek From Ghandruk To Kimche & Drive To Pokhara

A magnificent trekking experience comes to an end. The last hike leads us down the valley towards Nayapul. After about 1 hour we will start with the We picked up the car and drove on in a minibus/jeep to Pokhara, the third largest city in Nepal. The rest of the day is free Disposal. You can go through the city and along the picturesque lake stroll or take a boat trip on the lake.

Walk Duration : 1 hrs

Meals: Breakfast/-/-

Overnight: Lodge in Ghandruk.
Day 19 Fly Back To Ktm,Sightseeing In Pashupatinath & Boudha & Farewell Dinner At Boudha Stupa
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Fly Back To Ktm,Sightseeing In Pashupatinath & Boudha & Farewell Dinner At Boudha Stupa

After our breakfast we will set to fly with local machine to Kathmandu. The flight is short but very memorable with himalayas view towards the northern side of the Country.

Today you will visit the most important sightseeing locations of Kathmandu. First you will drive to Pashupatinath. It is an important pilgrimage place for Hindus and a lot believers from whole Nepal and India come there every week. There are lots of temples and at the shore of the holy Bagmati River, the believers burn there dead relatives.

Then you will go to the big stupa of Boudhanath, which is also known as little Tibet and enjoy your dinner at the rooftop of the hotel with view of the Stupa.

Flight Duration: 22-25 min.

Overnight in Kathmandu
Day 20 Departure Transfer To Airport.
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Departure Transfer To Airport.

Our staff will drive you to the airport for your flight back home

Meals: Breakfast.

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Itinerary of your trip Annapurna Circuit Trek.

Arrival In Kathmandu & Transfer To The Bhaktapur Hotel.

Bhaktapur: Sightseeing & Tirp Preparation Day.

Drive From Bhaktapur To Jagat (1,700M) Via Besisahar.

Drive From Jagat To Dharapani To Bagarchhap And Trek To Chame (2650M).

Trek From Chame To Pisang (3,200M).

Trek From Pisang To Braka Manang (3,450M).

Acclimatization Day, Hike To Chongkor View Point (3,750M) & Ganapurna Glacier Lake.

Trek From Braka Manag To Shree Kharka (4,080M).

Trek From Shree Kharka To Tilicho Base Camp (4,200M) .

Early Monring Hike To Tilicho Lake (4,919M) & Back To Shree Kharka (4,080M).

Trek From Shree Kharka To Yak Kharka (4,050M) 4/5 Hrs

Trek From Yak Kharka To Thorong Phedi (4,450M) 3/4 Hrs

Trek From Thorong Phedi To Muktinath (3,800M) Via Thorong La Pass (5,416M) 9/11 Hrs

Drive From Muktinath To Tatopani (1,341M) 6/7 Hrs

Trek From Tatopani To Shikha (1,670M) 4/5 Hrs

Trek From Shikha To Ghorepani (2,850M) 6/7 Hrs

Early Morning Hike To Poon Hill (3,210M) & Trek To Ghandruk (1,960M) 7/8 Hrs

Trek From Ghandruk To Kimche & Drive To Pokhara

Fly Back To Ktm,Sightseeing In Pashupatinath & Boudha & Farewell Dinner At Boudha Stupa

Departure Transfer To Airport.

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