Short Itinerary:

• Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu and stay at a hotel
• Day 02: Drive to Besi Sahar (760 m) by van and stay at a lodge
• Day 03: Drive to Chame by 4WD jeep (2,670 m) and stay at a lodge
• Day 04: Trek to Pisang (3,190 m) and stay at a lodge
• Day 05: Trek to Manang (3,540 m) and stay at a lodge
• Day 06: Acclimatization day in Manang, continue staying in the lodge
• Day 07: Trek to Letdar (4,250 m) and stay at a lodge
• Day 08: Trek to Thorung Phedi (4,420 m), and stay at a lodge
• Day 09: Trek to Muktinath (3,800 m) via Thorong-La pass (5,416 m) and stay at a lodge
• Day 10: Drive to Tatopani (1,200 m) & visit natural hot spring water. Stay at a lodge
• Day 11: Trek to Ghorepani (2,850 m) and stay at a lodge
• Day 12: Early Morning Hike to Poon Hill and Trek down to Ulleri and drive to Pokhara by Jeep. Stay at a hotel
• Day 13: Exploration day in Pokhara visit Santi stupa and international mountain museum, paragliding etc. Stay at hotel
• Day 14: Fly back to Kathmandu from Pokhara. Stay at hotel.
• Day 15: Final Departure transfer to TIA airport 3 hours before your flight schedule

Detailed Itinerary:

Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu

Annapurna circuit trek length is approximately 100+ miles and takes around 16 days to complete the trek. Arrive at the Tribhuwan International Airport & check in to the hotel. The rest of the afternoon is free until the evening when you'll enjoy a welcome drink with your guide and introduce each other. Overnight in Kathmandu.

Day 02: Drive to Besi Sahar / Chamje

Attitude: 760 m (2,493 ft) / 2,140 m (7,021 ft)

Travel Distance / Duration: 184 kms / 7 hours

We drive along the Kathmandu-Pokhara Highway to Dumre and then following the rough route by the Marsyangdi River, we pass through the low-lying villages and rice fields. If the annapurna circuit trek map is followed correctly, it will take 6 hours.  After 6 hours long drive, we finally reach Besi Sahar, which is the capital of Lamjung District. Based on the time we reach Besi Sahar, we can further travel to Chame and stay overnight.

Day 03: Drive to Chame

Attitude: 2,670 m (8,759 ft) 

Travel Distance / Duration: 70 kms / 6-7 hours

From Bagarchap the trail climbs through forest to Dhanakyu (2290m), crosses several landslides and travels uphill through the forest to Lattemarang (2360m). The trail climbs and then descends to Thanchok and to Kotho (2590m), a meadow surrounded by huge pine and spruce trees. Walking about half an hour you will reach to Chame, the administrative headquarters of the Manang district. From here you have an excellent view of Lamjung Himal, Annapurna II, and Annapurna IV on the annapurna trek. Overnight stay at Chame.

Day 04: Trek to Pisang (3190m)

Attitude: 3,190 m (10,465 ft)

Trek Distance / Duration: 13 kms / 6-7 hours

From Chame, you will reach Bhratang after walking through the pine forest and huge apple orchard which is surrounded by a stone wall. The Annapurna trek offers admirable views of Annapurna II, Pisang Peak, Mt.Himalchuli and Ngadi Chuli and reaches to Pisang, part of Manang Valley. Overnight stay at Pisang.

Day 05: Trek to Manang

Attitude: 3,540 m (11,614 ft)

Trek Distance / Duration: 17 kms / 8 hours

The trail makes a long climb with excellent views of the Manang valley and Tilicho peak (7,134 m), before reaching to the Manang airstrip at Humde (3,280 m). Crossing to the north bank of Marshyangdi on a bridge the trail reaches Mungji (3,360 m) and then climbs to Bryaga (3,550 m), a Tibetan-style village. Finally, after leaving Bryaga, you will reach Manang. Overnight stay at Manang.

Day 06: Acclimatization day in Manang

Attitude: 3,540 m (11,614 ft)

Trek Distance / Duration: 5-6 kms / 3-4 hours

After having breakfast you will climb the ridge to the north of the village for excellent views of Annapurna IV, Annapurna II and Tarke Kang (7,193 m). If you descend from the village, you will see the glacial lake at the base of the huge icefall that drops from Gangapurna (7,454 m). Back to Manang. Overnight stay at Manang

Day 07: Trek to Letdar (4250m)

Attitude: 4,250 m (13,943 ft)

Trek Distance / Duration: 12 kms / 5-6 hours

From Manang, the trail crosses a stream, climbs to Tengi, and then continues to climb out of the Marshyangdi valley before reaching the small village of Gunsang (3,930 m). The trail passes through a sparse forest of juniper, rose, and barberry and crosses a large stream to reach Yak Kharka (4,090 m). Walking about an hour further you will reach Letdar. Overnight stay at Letdar. If you wish to get access to a comprehensive Annapurna circuit trek guide, reach out to us today!

Day 08: Trek to Thorung Phedi

Attitude: 4,420 m (14,501 ft)

Trek Distance / Duration: 7 kms / 6-7 hours

From Letdar the trail continues to climb along the east bank of the Jar sang Khola then descends and crosses the stream on a bridge. Then making a short descent you will reach Thorung Phedi. Overnight stay at Throung Phedi.

Day 09: Trek to Muktinath

Attitude: 3,800 m (12,467 ft)

Trek Distance / Duration: 16 kms / 10-12 hours

From Thorung Phedi, the trail becomes steep; following rocky ridges you will reach Thorung La (5,416 m), which is the highest point of this trek. From here the views are outstanding. The trail descends steeply and during the decent there you can see sights of Mt.Dhaulagiri. You will reach Chabarbu (4,290 m). The trail crosses a meadow and leads to Muktinath where you can visit on the temple of Lord Vishnu, sacred to both Hindus and Buddhists. Overnight at Muktinath.

Day 10: Drive  to Tatopani (1200 m)

Attitude: 1,200 m (3,937 ft)

Travel Distance / Duration: 85 kms / 5-6 hours

From Muktinath, the trail descends to Jharkot and ends at Khingar. Beyond Khingar you will meet the junction of two routes. The first one goes to Kagbeni (the entrance of upper Mustang) and another is to Jomsom. Then the trail proceeds to Eklebatti following the Kali Gandaki River. You will finally reach Jomsom where you can see the Annapurna Conservation Project check post, hospital, airport, and army camp. Then you drive down to Tatopani via Ghasa and Lele. The trail has ups and downs but most of the time we drive through a bumpy road through the riverside during the dry season. By the time you reach Tatopani, the Kaligandaki River has become a wide and wild stream. Tatopani has hot springs where you enjoy a bath after the exhausting days of the trip . Overnight stay at lodge. Annapurna circuit trek best time is considered to be from April to June.

Day 11: Trek to Ghorepani (2850 m)

Attitude: 2,850 m (9,350 ft)

Trek Distance / Duration: 17 kms / 7-8 hours

The trail follows through beautiful enchanting forests of rhododendrons, oaks, and pines with constant views of the Annapurna & Dhaulagiri mountain range. From Tatopani, you climb up to Ghorepani through wonderful misty forests. Literally, ‘Ghora’ means horse and ‘Pani’ means water, which translates to ‘a place where horses are stopped for rest’. You take an overnight stay at Ghorepani and enjoy the magnificent view of the mountains - Dhaulagiri, Annapurna, Nilgiri, Machhapurchhare and Tukuche peak.

Day 12: Early Morning Hike to Poon Hill Trek to Nayapul via Birethanti and drive back to Pokhara

Attitude: 1,040 m (3,412 ft)

Trek Distance / Duration: 20 kms / 7-8 hours

After an overnight stay in Ghandruk village, we trek down all the way to Nayapul via Birethanti. Nayapul is the ending point of the Annapurna Circuit Trek, and we drive back to Pokhara. Stay overnight at a hotel. 

Day 13: Pokhara Sightseeing

Exploration day in Pokhara visit Santi stupa and international mountain museum, paragliding etc

Day 14: Fly back to Kathmandu

After breakfast, we fly back to Kathmandu from Pokhara. Drop to the hotel in Kathmandu. Leisure day at your convenience to explore the city. 

Day 15: Departure

Final Departure transfer to TIA airport

Fitness Criteria:

This trek requires a good level of fitness.

To register for this trek you are required to complete any of the below-mentioned fitness criteria.

5K run in 35 minutes or Cycling 10kms in 40 mins or Swimming 1 km in 40 mins or Stair climbing 50 floors (10 floors up and down 5 times) in 30 mins.

Once you do register, please share the proof of fitness criteria with your Trek Captain anytime 30 days before departure.

If you're not already following a fitness regime, you would need to follow the regime that will be shared with you. The training routine is spread over four months and you would be expected to work out at least 4 times a week. The regime is designed to help you climb smarter even in higher altitudes. The regime consists of a good combination of exercises that works on all parts of your body including - Upper Body, Core, Endurance, Lower Body, Shoulder strength and improving your breathing pattern. When followed religiously, you can be assured that you will be ready for the trek. Not only does this regime help you with the trek, but it will also help you inculcate a sense of fitness in your day-to-day life. 

NOTE:

Trekkers who have already trekked in the same route or have trekked at a similar altitude (highest altitude of this trek) or even higher, automatically get qualified. However, they would have to get both the Medical Certificate and Indemnity Bond singed as a mandate.

Trekkers who do not qualify the fitness criteria or fail to share the fitness criteria proof have to get both the Medical Certificate and Indemnity Bond singed with the same mentioned in the documents respectively. 

Trekkers will not be allowed to join the group if the duly filled, signed and sealed copies of the Medical Certificate and Indemnity Bond are not shared. 

Trek Insurance:

Trekking in the Himalayas comes with its own set of risks. While adventure is fun and can be extremely thrilling, nature can be unpredictable, and to help secure you during your trek, it is of utmost importance that you are covered with insurance.

We've gone a step ahead and made sure that you don't have to worry about scouting for the best insurance option out there. When you trek with us, your insurance comes as a part of your inclusions.  

Risk and Liability: 

We will endeavor to make your program smooth and as pleasant as possible. However, the entire course of trekking depends on the ranges of the mighty mountains, physical health, and environmental conditions. Therefore, TrekNomads shall not be responsible for any changes in the itineraries due to unavoidable circumstances and natural disasters such as landslide, road blockage, flood, snowing, cancellation of flight and delay, any type of sickness including altitude sickness.