Annapurna Circuit Trekking

On arrival, meet our TH staff for a courtesy transfer to your respective hotels in the heart of Kathmandu, in the Thamel area, an interesting place for shopping and dining at many world-class restaurants, pubs, and bakeries. Our guide will provide details about the Annapurna Circuit Trek.

A scenic long drive of 8 hours to Jagat village, which is quite interesting on Nepal’s main highway, following the Trisuli river for a while and then heading west with views of Ganesh, Langtang Himal, and Annapurna, Manaslu range of peaks. On reaching Dumre in the middle of the Kathmandu-Pokhara highway, our route diverts towards Jagat, passing the large town of Beshisar, and then onto the dirt jeep road to Jagat village, located in the mid-hills. On arrival in Jagat village, transfer to a lovely, simple lodge for an overnight stay in this interesting farm village.

From Jagat village start the first day walk on the gradual winding trail to Chamje, near the raging Marsyangdi River, and then cross towards the east bank into woodland, with views of Annapurna and Manaslu Mountain range of peaks, then following a wide path to Tal Besi a lovely village located on Marsyangdi valley, after a lunch stop another few hours walk reaches Dharapani village for overnight stop, situated on the junction of this Annapurna circuit and Manaslu circuit Trek route.

After a lovely night at Dharapani, a morning walk along a wide trail into the tranquil rhododendron and pine forest and villages of Bagachap and Danque, then to Timang village with a grand view of Mt. Manaslu 8,163m / 26,781ft, after Timang village another hour walk leads to the village of Koto and then to Chame for the overnight stop, Chame a large central town of Manang area.

From Chame onwards walk leads into the cool and refreshing mountain air, as the morning walk leads through a charming forest of rhododendrons and pine trees following the Marshyangdi River upstream with short ups and downs path to Bhratang village, here walk climbs a winding uphill into fine woodlands to reach at Dhukure Pokhari for lunch stop, this place with few lodges overlooking views of Chulu’s and peak of Pisang including Pisang village below the Marsyangdi River valley, after a nice stop descend for two hours to Pisang village for overnight stop from here on with more Tibetan influence in culture, religion and way of daily traditional life.

Pisang is a mystical windswept village with incredible views of mountains and arid landscapes, from here onwards gain in altitude, as the morning walk leads through a pristine woodland with an hour climb to a ridge with fantastic views of Hongde village and its small airstrip beneath the mountains of Annapurna II and III, Gangapurna Chulu’s and Pisang peak, with a nice descent towards flat Marsyangdi River valley at Hongde village, from here slowly the tree lines disappear for barren, arid with cold and dry climate.
From here a picturesque walk leads to Braga village just before Manang, here worth a visit in its old monastery with old Buddhist relics, ancient wall paintings,s, and frescos, offering overwhelming views of Annapurna’s Himalaya, and then an hour walk reaches Manang village and check into a lovely cozy lodge with magnificent views of snow-capped peaks that surround this village and the Manang valley.

This is an important rest day for acclimatization before heading high. Thorang—la, at Manang, has various options for a short hike. This large Tibetan-like village is located in a vast, windswept valley at the bank of the Marsyangdi River below the massif of Annapurna and the Gangapurna mountain range. It is a lovely walk up for views of the Gangapurna Glacier and the emerald glacial lake in Manang, one of the sources of the Marsyangdi River.

From Yak Kharka getting into much higher terrain towards Thorang-la, leading to crossing a bridge with a climb along the Jarjung river bank, on the narrow trail to reach Thorung Phedi, from an hour steep climb to the overnight stop at Thorang High Camp, to make it shorter for the next day traverse over Thorang-la pass on time in the morning.

Today, the main highlight of this adventure is an early breakfast, followed by a long, undulating climb to the top of Thorang-la at 5,416 m / 17,700 ft —the highest point of this journey. On reaching the top after a vigorous climb due to the high altitude and thin air, I was greeted with incredible views of the surrounding mountains, from Mt. Dhaulagiri, Tukuche, and Mustang Himal to Annapurna II, III, and the Gangapurna mountain range. After catching mind-blowing views, descend to Muktinath at 3,800 meters. On reaching Muktinath for an overnight stop, in this holy place of Hindus and Buddhists, the word Muktinath literally means ‘the place for Nirvana or Liberation’.

Muktinath is a marvelous place with many good lodges, where pilgrims from India and Nepal visit once a year this holy spot of Muktinath with 108 water spouts, believed to be the source of the Kali-Gandaki River, from here a long descent to Kali-Gandaki valley close to Kagbeni village, and then on the flat windy valley for some time to reach Jomsom town, the central city and headquarter of Mustang region with an airstrip which flies daily to Pokhara and Kathmandu only in the morning time, as afternoon can be very windy on this windswept terrain.

Starting in Jomsom, the journey through the Mustang region offers an unforgettable experience, blending rugged landscapes with spectacular Himalayan views. The route follows the Kali Gandaki River, offering stunning panoramas of deep gorges, towering cliffs, and dramatic terrain.

As the drive progresses, Mustang's stark, arid landscape gives way to lush greenery, highlighting the area's remarkable ecological diversity. Along the way, you'll pass through charming villages, where traditional Nepali life unfolds. These stops offer an excellent opportunity to interact with the friendly locals and immerse yourself in their culture.

Although the road can be challenging in certain sections, it is well-maintained. It ensures a safe and comfortable Travel, allowing you to appreciate the breathtaking scenery and unique charm of the Mustang region.

After an enjoyable time in Tatopani, the morning walk continues for an hour along the winding trail, crossing a bridge over the Kaligandaki River. Then our route diverts heading to a steeply terraced hillside, dotted with farms and villages, all the way through dense alpine forest reaching at Chitre, from here an hour climb to overnight stop at Ghorepani- Deurali village with fabulous views of world’s 07th highest Mt. Dhaulagiri towards North West, including Annapurna South and Vara-Shikar (Annapurna Fang), Ghorepani located on old Trans-Himalayan Salt Trade Route which extends to Upper Mustang and beyond Tibet, this village inhabited with Pun Magar tribe and Ghorepani is famous for Pun Hill viewpoint, offering a super panorama of world’s three highest mountains with striking sunrise and sunset.

Early morning before sunrise an hour's walk up to Pun-Hill at 3,190 meters, this fabulous hilltop, with a fantastic view of sunrise over the mountain range from Mt. Dhaulagiri, Mt. Manaslu to Annapurna and as far as Ganesh Himal in the far eastern horizon including majestic Mt. Machhapuchhre “The Fish Tail” one of the most respected and unclimbed peak, after an enjoyable and impressive panorama walk back to Ghorepani through enchanting rhododendron forest, and then walk continues with a long descent to Ulleri on the stone paved steps to the suspension bridge at Tirkhedhunga for overnight stop.

Today the final trekking to ends at Nayapul with a drive to Pokhara, The morning walk leads downhill on the gradual path most of the way passing many farm villages with beautiful views of waterfalls, then reaching a lovely town of Bhirethati next to Modi River with views of Mt. Machhapuchhre (Fish Tail), from here half-hour walk reaches Nayapul completing a walk of this great adventure, and then two hours interesting and scenic drive to the famous tourist spot in Pokhara for overnight stop near beautiful Lake Phewa.

In the morning, take a drive to Kathmandu. After a fantastic, memorable Trek in the high mountains of the Annapurna region, upon reaching Kathmandu, transfer to the respective hotels. The afternoon is free for leisure.