Kathmandu to Annapurna Circuit

15 Days Nepal Annapurna Circuit (Express)

Overview

This circuit of Annapurna – rightly known as Nepal’s classic trek – offers more variety than any other walks of equivalent length and takes you through virtually every type of scenery that Nepal has to offer. There are superb views of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri, and the constant variety of landscapes ranges from sub-tropical through alpine to an arid semi-desert similar to Tibet; at the climax of the trek there’s a formidable 5416m pass, the Thorong La, to cross.

Though it is certainly demanding enough for the seasoned trekker, the Annapurna Circuit is still an excellent introduction to walking in Nepal for those who are confident of their fitness. This is a lodge-based trek, so you spend time in villages inhabited by many of Nepal’s different tribes, both Buddhist and Hindu. Every day brings opportunities to gain an insight into the local culture and interact with the local communities whose land you are walking through, whether by bartering for souvenirs, talking to the inquisitive children or relaxing at a tea house during a well-earned break.

Itinerary

ARRIVE – KATHMANDU:

Upon arrival, meet and transfer to hotel. Welcome drinks followed by briefing. Overnight at Hotel.

KATHMANDU-BESISHAR-BHULBHULE (790m) :

After breakfast drive to Besishar. It will takes about 4 hours and change the local transport to Khudi will takes another 1 and half hours. Upon reaching Khudi and short trek to Bhulbhule and check in lodge. Overnight at lodge.

BHULBHULE-BAHUNDANDA (1310m):

After breakfast start trek – total trek will be about 5 hours. Overnight at lodge

BHUNDANDA-CHAMJE(1430m):

After breakfast start trek – total trek will be about 6 hours. Overnight at lodge

CHAMJE-DHARAPANI (1860):

After breakfast start trek – total trek will be about 5 hours. Overnight at lodge

DHARAPANI-KOTO (2600m):

After breakfast start trek – total trek will be about 5 hours. Overnight at lodge

KOTHO-PISANG (abt 3200m):

After breakfast start trek – total trek will be about 5 hours. Overnight at lodge

PISANG-MANANG (3540m):

After breakfast start trek – total trek will be about 5 hours. Overnight at lodge

MANANG:

Full day rest for the acclimatization. Overnight at lodge

MANANG- YAK KHARKA(abt 3800m):

After breakfast start trek – total trek will be about 4 hours and rest for more acclimatization. Overnight at lodge

YAK KHARKA-THORUNG PHEDI (4441m):

After breakfast start trek – total trek will be about 5 hours. Afternoon more time for rest.Overnight at lodge

THORUNG PHEDI TO THORONG PASS & CROSS THE PASS and trek down to MUKTINATH (3760m):

This day early morning start to climb up to the Thorong pass (5416 m). From the Top of the Pass you will able to see 360 degree Western Himalayan Range. Then trek down to Muktinath. Total trek will be about 8 hrs. Overnight at lodge

MUKTINATH-JOMSOM (2800m):

After breakfast start trek – total trek will be about 4 hours. Overnight at lodge

JOMSOM-POKHARA-KATHMANDU:

Morning short walk to airport and connect 20min flight to Pokhara followed by 25 min domestic flight to Kathmandu. Upon arrival transfer to hotel, check-in hotel and lunch. After lunch, visit Kathmandu Durbar Square, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and if you are lucky, you will get a glimpse of the famous Kumari, the world’s only living Goddess.

KATHMANDU- Home sweet home. :

After breakfast some time for last minute shopping and transfer to Airport for fly out.

Include

  • Domestic airfare (Jomsom-Pokhara-Kathmandu) including all the taxes
  • All the transportation by private vehicle including airport transfer
  • Complete 12 Nights lodge trek arrangement with
  • Equipment: Sleeping bag with fleece inner liner
  • Manpower: Trekking guide( 1 assist to above every 5 trekkers)
  • 1 porter to every 2 trekkers
  • All meals as per itinerary
  • Miscellaneous: National park fees, trekking guide insurance
  • Transportation as per itinerary
  • All the accommodation on twin sharing basis in Kathmandu & Pokhara
  • All the necessary ground transfers

Exclusions

  • International air ticket with taxes
  • Nepal visa
  • Travel insurance
  • Any Tour guide and Entrance fees for sightseeing
  • All alcoholic and other beverages
  • Meals not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Personal clothing
  • Laundry
  • Telephone bills
  • All personal expenses
  • Liabilities of loss, theft and damages
  • Tips

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