Meals

Breakfast in Kathmandu and Pokhara All three standard meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) during the trek Seasonal fruits during the trek Filtered water in the trails using Katadyn Pocket Water Filter A farewell dinner on the last night in Nepal

Transport

All (international and domestic) airport transfers on a tourist vehicle Public bus from Kathmandu to Besisahar; shared jeep from Besisahar to Syange; local buses from Jomsom to Tatopani; shared jeep from Nayapul to Pokhara, and tourist bus from Pokhara to Kathmandu.

Guide

Ace the Himalaya’s licensed and experienced English-speaking guide

Others

Porters during the trek for carrying luggage (1 porter for every 2 clients) Wages, accommodation, meals, gear, insurance, and medications for all staff Permits for Annapurna Conservation Area and TIMS (Trekkers’ Information Management System) 1 Ace the Himalaya’s duffel/kit bag, trekking map, sun hat, and trip completion certificate All administrative expenses and government taxes

Accommodation

Twin-sharing/double accommodation in a 3-star hotel in Kathmandu (2 nights) and Pokhara (1 night) including breakfast Twin-sharing guesthouse accommodation during the trek in the Annapurna region for 14 nights

Not included:

Insurance

Travel insurance which covers emergency rescue and evacuation (Compulsory to have for the trip)

Others

Meals (lunch and dinner) in Kathmandu International flight fare and airport departure tax Any beverages including bottled and boiled water Tips to trekking staff and driver (Tipping is expected; it is recommended to spend 10% of your trip price for tipping) Nepal Entry Visa (Visa can be acquired easily after your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu with a fee of USD 50 for 30 days visa and USD 125 for 90 days visa) Personal Trekking gear and equipment Any expenses other than the Price Include section

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Day 1 Arrive In Kathmandu (1,400 M/4,593 Ft)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Arrive In Kathmandu (1,400 M/4,593 Ft)

One of our officials will greet you at the Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu, upon your arrival. We will take you to the hotel in our private tourist vehicle. Pre-trip meeting will be done and you will meet with your trip guide. Make sure to confirm your queries about trekking in the mountains.

Note: Pre-trip meeting will be done at the office if you arrive before 4 pm and in your hotel itself if you arrive later in the evening. Be sure to bring two copies of passport-sized photos and a readable copy of your travel insurance policy to the meeting. These documents help to acquire trekking permits and related documentation during the trek. Pay the remaining balance of your invoice and sign in the legally binding trip form and non-liability disclaimer.

Overnight at a hotel. No meals included.
Day 2 Drive To Besi Sahar By Local Bus And Besi Sahar To Syange (1,100 M/3,609 Ft) By Shared 4Wd - 7 To 8 Hours
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Drive To Besi Sahar By Local Bus And Besi Sahar To Syange (1,100 M/3,609 Ft) By Shared 4Wd - 7 To 8 Hours

Today we will take a private 4WD drive from Kathmandu to Syange. The drive will last 7 to 8 hours depending upon the traffic and the road condition. The drive to Besisahar is on a concrete and paved roads.

After Besisahar, we will enjoy an adventurous dirt road drive for a maximum of 2 hours to reach our destination Syange. We will assign the best vehicle matching the needs of the road. All our drivers are very experienced and are certified license holders for highway drives.

During this drive, if the weather permits, you can also enjoy glimpses of the mountains like Mount Annapurna II and III, Mount Machhapuchhre, and Mount Lamjung along with beautiful landscape, rivers and waterfalls.

Overnight at a hotel. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.
Day 3 Trek To Tal (1,700 M/5,577 Ft) - 5 To 6 Hours
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trek To Tal (1,700 M/5,577 Ft) - 5 To 6 Hours

Now tighten up the shoe’s laces. We will start walking gradually following the beautiful Marsyangdi River. This walk will be slightly ascending and we will come across beautiful waterfalls on this walk. We will rest at Tal tonight.

Overnight at a guesthouse. Breakfast, lunch and dinner included.
Day 4 Trek To Danaque (1,860 M/6,102 Ft) - 5 To 6 Hours
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trek To Danaque (1,860 M/6,102 Ft) - 5 To 6 Hours

This will be our exciting day. We will leave Marsyangdi River behind and continue our journey to witness Annapurna II and Pisang Peak and the beautiful landscapes along with old villages. Don’t miss an opportunity to take beautiful pictures as we observe the mountains, waterfalls, and countryside lifestyle of Nepal. We will rest at Danaque.

Overnight at a guesthouse. Breakfast, lunch and dinner included.
Day 5 Trek To Chame (2,670 M/8,760 Ft) - 4 To 5 Hours
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trek To Chame (2,670 M/8,760 Ft) - 4 To 5 Hours

We will continue our walk enjoying the view of mountains, and waterfalls on the way. Today will be an easy day. After 4 hours of walking, we will reach Chame, the headquarter of Manang. It’s a beautiful little town with more facilities than our previous days.

Overnight at a guesthouse. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.
Day 6 Trek To Upper Pisang (3,300 M/ 10,827 Ft) - 6 To 7 Hours
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trek To Upper Pisang (3,300 M/ 10,827 Ft) - 6 To 7 Hours

After breakfast, we continue our trek to Upper Pisang. On the way, we will walk through the dense forest, Marsyangdi River, and come across the beautiful panoramic views of meadows and mountains.

During this walk, we will see the first view of the gigantic Paungda Dada rock face, which is curved like a bowl shape. Eventually, after 6 hour walk, we will reach Upper Pisang. The place offers Majestic Annapurna II standing high on our south and we will rest here today.

Overnight at a guesthouse. Breakfast, lunch and dinner included.
Day 7 Trek To Manang (3,500 M/11,483 Ft) Via Bhraka (3,360 M/11,024 Ft) - 5 To 6 Hours
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trek To Manang (3,500 M/11,483 Ft) Via Bhraka (3,360 M/11,024 Ft) - 5 To 6 Hours

We continue our trek walking through the big hills, and jungle. and wetlands. On the way, we can see beautiful landscapes, stupas, and lama schools. After 6 hours of walking, we will reach Manang, one of the happening places on the trek.

Overnight at a guesthouse. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.
Day 8 Acclimatization At Manang Village
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Acclimatization At Manang Village

We spend a day acclimatizing in Manang by doing some walks and sightseeing around the village. We will visit a monastery and go to Gangapurna Glacier Lake during our walk. Towards the end of the day, we return to our accommodation for a night’s rest.

Overnight at a guesthouse. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.
Day 9 Trek To Yak Kharka (4,000 M/13,123 Ft) - 5 To 6 Hours
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trek To Yak Kharka (4,000 M/13,123 Ft) - 5 To 6 Hours

After acclimatization and rest at Manang, we will be energized and excited to continue our walk towards Yak Kharka which ascends by 500 m. We make the climb steadily through Tenki Manang, leaving the Marsyangdi Valley. Continuing along the Jarsang Khola Valley, we reach Yak Kharka at 4,000 m. Herds of yaks and vegetation appear to thin out.

Overnight at a guesthouse. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.
Day 10 Trek To Thorong Phedi (4,450 M/14,600 Ft) - 5 To 6 Hours
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trek To Thorong Phedi (4,450 M/14,600 Ft) - 5 To 6 Hours

After a two-hour ascent, the trail descends to cross the river at 4,310 m. We then climb up to Thorong Phedi at 4,450 m where decent guesthouses have been built in recent years.

Overnight at a guesthouse. Breakfast, lunch and dinner included.
Day 11 Trek To Muktinath (3,800 M/12,467 Ft) Via Thorung La Pass (5,416 M/17,763 Ft) - 8 To 9 Hours
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trek To Muktinath (3,800 M/12,467 Ft) Via Thorung La Pass (5,416 M/17,763 Ft) - 8 To 9 Hours

Today is a long trek starting before sunrise at 4 am to reach the pass by 9-10 am. Otherwise, weather conditions (strong winds) will greatly affect the journey, particularly at the Thorong La Pass. We climb steeply on a regular route which is quite easy to follow.

However, some problems may arise due to altitude and snow. It often causes terrible problems to cross the pass if it is covered by heavy snow. After four hours of climbing to the pass marked by the chortens and prayer flags, we will be rewarded with stunning views from the top of the pass. Another four hours of walking will take us to the holy town of Muktinath.

Muktinath means place of nirvana and is home to the Muktinath Temple as well as several monasteries. It is said that all sorrows we feel are relieved when visiting the Temple. It is a sacred pilgrimage site for both Hindus and Buddhists. The prime pilgrimage month is September.

The Temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and has 108 waterspouts around it. Another attraction nearby is the Jwala Mai Temple which has a gorgeous natural spring and an eternal flame fueled by natural gas.

Overnight at a guesthouse. Breakfast, lunch and dinner included.
Day 12 Trek To Jomsom (2,710 M/8,891 Ft) Via Lubra Pass (4,020 M/13,189 Ft ) - 8 To 9 Hour
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trek To Jomsom (2,710 M/8,891 Ft) Via Lubra Pass (4,020 M/13,189 Ft ) - 8 To 9 Hour

So now, we are on the other side of the Thorong La Pass. Most of the land we see will be dry and looks somewhat like the desert. We will continue our trek walking by the bank of Kali Gandaki River.

Frequently, we will descend with a closer view of stupas and old traditional houses, and the civilization of Mustang. Jomsom is a large town with many facilities. It is also the headquarter and official town for the whole Mustang district where all the district government offices are present.

Overnight at a guesthouse. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.
Day 13 Drive To Tatopani (1,190 M/3,904 Ft) In Local Shared 4Wd Vehicle - 5 To 6 Hours
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Drive To Tatopani (1,190 M/3,904 Ft) In Local Shared 4Wd Vehicle - 5 To 6 Hours

In the Jomsom to Tatopani segment, the trekking trail and the road are the same and it is busier with vehicles than any other part of the Annapurna Circuit. To make your experience better, we have kept a drive from Jomsom to Tatopani which will take about 5 hours.

We will use a local shared 4WD vehicle to descend through the Kali Gandaki River Valley. The vehicle will be shared among our own group or with travelers from other companies. But, if our group size is bigger, for example, 4 and above clients, we will arrange a private transfer. On the way, we will encounter the world’s deepest gorge, Kopchepani. Tatopani is famous for its hot springs. This is the best place to relax our body after a long trek. We will spend another day relaxing at this spot.

Overnight at a guesthouse. Breakfast, lunch and dinner included.
Day 14 Recreation At Tatopani
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Recreation At Tatopani

Take a shower, dip into the natural hot springs, and enjoy drinks and local food.

Overnight at a guesthouse. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.
Day 15 Trek To Ghorepani (2,810 M/9,219 Ft) - 6 To 7 Hours
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trek To Ghorepani (2,810 M/9,219 Ft) - 6 To 7 Hours

Today is another big day. It will take about 7 hours to walk from Tatopani to Ghorepani. We climb about 1,620 meters up. From Ghorepani, the unmatched beauty of Annapurna South, Himchuli, and Tukuche Himal is truly exceptional. We will pass a couple of Magar and Gurung villages on the trail.

Overnight at a guesthouse. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.
Day 16 Hike To Poon Hill (3,210 M/10,532 Ft), Trek To Tikhedhunga (1,570 M/5,151 Ft) - 5 To 6 Hours And Drive To Pokhara Via Nayapul - 2 To 3 Hours
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Hike To Poon Hill (3,210 M/10,532 Ft), Trek To Tikhedhunga (1,570 M/5,151 Ft) - 5 To 6 Hours And Drive To Pokhara Via Nayapul - 2 To 3 Hours

Very early in the morning, we start an hour hiking to Poon Hill at an elevation of 3,210 m – a brilliant spectacle. This vantage point provides unobstructed views of the early morning sunrise over the high Himalayas, weather permitting. There we spend about an hour.

We return to Ghorepani where we take a hot breakfast at the hotel. We trek down towards Tikhedunga, walking down along the ridges and through rhododendron forests before reaching Tikhedhunga.

Upon reaching Tikhedhunga, we will take a short break and then take a drive to Nayapul in a local shared 4WD or bus. The drive will take about 1.5 hours on a dirt road. At Nayapul, we will stop for a tea break and change our vehicle.

From here onward until Pokhara, the drive, which takes about 1 hour on concrete paved road, will be in a private tourist vehicle. Your guide will travel together with you and make all the arrangements for the transfers.

Overnight at a guesthouse. Breakfast, lunch and dinner included.
Day 17 Drive Back To Kathmandu In A Tourist Bus - 5 To 7 Hours
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Drive Back To Kathmandu In A Tourist Bus - 5 To 7 Hours

We will be driving back to Kathmandu in the morning.

In the evening, we host a farewell dinner in a fine restaurant. (Your guide(s) and office staff will accompany you).

Overnight at a hotel. Breakfast and Farewell dinner included.
Day 18 Transfer To The International Airport For Your Final Departure
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Transfer To The International Airport For Your Final Departure

The trip concludes here. Our airport representative will drop you at the international airport in Kathmandu for your flight departure from Nepal.

Overnight at a hotel. Breakfast included.

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Annapurna Circuit Trek

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Itinerary of your trip Annapurna Circuit Trek

Arrive In Kathmandu (1,400 M/4,593 Ft)

Drive To Besi Sahar By Local Bus And Besi Sahar To Syange (1,100 M/3,609 Ft) By Shared 4Wd - 7 To 8 Hours

Trek To Tal (1,700 M/5,577 Ft) - 5 To 6 Hours

Trek To Danaque (1,860 M/6,102 Ft) - 5 To 6 Hours

Trek To Chame (2,670 M/8,760 Ft) - 4 To 5 Hours

Trek To Upper Pisang (3,300 M/ 10,827 Ft) - 6 To 7 Hours

Trek To Manang (3,500 M/11,483 Ft) Via Bhraka (3,360 M/11,024 Ft) - 5 To 6 Hours

Acclimatization At Manang Village

Trek To Yak Kharka (4,000 M/13,123 Ft) - 5 To 6 Hours

Trek To Thorong Phedi (4,450 M/14,600 Ft) - 5 To 6 Hours

Trek To Muktinath (3,800 M/12,467 Ft) Via Thorung La Pass (5,416 M/17,763 Ft) - 8 To 9 Hours

Trek To Jomsom (2,710 M/8,891 Ft) Via Lubra Pass (4,020 M/13,189 Ft ) - 8 To 9 Hour

Drive To Tatopani (1,190 M/3,904 Ft) In Local Shared 4Wd Vehicle - 5 To 6 Hours

Recreation At Tatopani

Trek To Ghorepani (2,810 M/9,219 Ft) - 6 To 7 Hours

Hike To Poon Hill (3,210 M/10,532 Ft), Trek To Tikhedhunga (1,570 M/5,151 Ft) - 5 To 6 Hours And Drive To Pokhara Via Nayapul - 2 To 3 Hours

Drive Back To Kathmandu In A Tourist Bus - 5 To 7 Hours

Transfer To The International Airport For Your Final Departure

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