17-Day Annapurna Circuit Trek to Thorong La Pass and Muktinath

17 Days Duration

Experiences

About This Tour

Take on the legendary Annapurna Circuit Trek on a well-paced 17-day journey that blends dramatic Himalayan scenery with smart acclimatization for a safer, more...

Duration: 17 Days · Tour type: Private · Activity level: Hard · Accommodation: Included · Standard · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: No · Cities: Pokhara, Kathmandu, Annapurna, Chame, Pisang, Manang, Yak Kharka, Thorong La, Muktinath, Dharapani · Languages: English

Know before you go: Moderate to challenging; good physical fitness is recommended.

About Pokhara

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Pokhara

Hugging its own mirror-like lake in the midst of the snow-mantled Nepalese Himalaya, Pokhara is a breathtaking affair. Temples and views abound, so be sure to get a local guide while in town.

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What's Included

Arrival and departure by private car
2 nights in Kathmandu and 2 nights in Pokhara, including breakfast
Lodge accommodation and all meals during the trek
One friendly, reliable, and experienced Sherpa guide
Guide's salary, insurance, food, accommodation, and transportation
One porter for the entire trek
Porter's salary, insurance, food, accommodation, and transportation
Private transportation from Kathmandu to Besisahar by private car
Transportation from Besisahar to Jagat by local jeep
Private transportation from Muktinath to Pokhara
Flight from Pokhara to Kathmandu for both guest and guide
Two to three cups of hot drinks per day during the trek
All trekking permits
All government taxes and necessary fees
First-aid kit (for basic treatment only)
Emergency helicopter rescue and evacuation coordination service (provided only in the case of a genuine emergency)

Not Included

International airfare and Nepal visa fee
Travel insurance for emergency rescue and trip cancellation
Lunch and dinner in the city (approximately $5-10 per meal)
Any alcoholic drinks, water, and desserts during the trek
Gratuity for the Sherpa guide and porter after the end of the trek
Phone, internet, and battery charging bills on the trek
Unforeseen costs such as flight delays or cancellation
Your personal trekking gear, which you can hire or buy in Kathmandu at a reasonable price

Itinerary

1

Day 01

Arrival in Kathmandu and Hotel Transfer

Arrival in Kathmandu (1,300 m / 4,264 ft) and transfer to the hotel.
2

Day 02

Kathmandu Preparation Day

Spend the day in Kathmandu for trek preparation.
3

Day 03

Drive from Kathmandu to Jagat

Drive from Kathmandu to Jagat (1,300 m).
4

Day 04

Trek from Jagat to Dharapani via the Old Trail

Trek from Jagat (1,300 m) to Dharapani (1,960 m) via the old trail to skip the main road.
5

Day 05

Trek from Dharapani to Chame

Trek from Dharapani (1,960 m) to Chame (2,670 m), with 1-1.5 hours on the trekking trail and then continuing by road.
6

Day 06

Trek from Chame to Upper Pisang

Trek from Chame to Upper Pisang (3,300 m).
7

Day 07

Trek from Upper Pisang to Ngawal

Trek from Upper Pisang to Ngawal (3,660 m).
8

Day 08

Trek from Ngawal to Manang

Trek from Ngawal to Manang (3,540 m).
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Day 09

Acclimatization Hike in Manang

Acclimatization hike to Gangapurna Glacier (3,440 m) or Praken Gompa (3,939 m) in Manang.
10

Day 10

Ice Lake Acclimatization Hike

Hike to Ice Lake (4,620 m) for acclimatization and return to Manang.
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Day 11

Trek from Manang to Yak Kharka

Trek from Manang to Yak Kharka (4,050 m).
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Day 12

Trek from Yak Kharka to Thorong Phedi

Trek from Yak Kharka to Thorong Phedi (4,450 m).
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Day 13

Cross Thorong La Pass to Muktinath

Trek from Thorong Phedi (4,450 m) to Thorong La Pass (5,416 m) and continue to Muktinath (3,800 m).
14

Day 14

Drive from Muktinath to Pokhara

Drive from Muktinath (3,800 m) to Pokhara (820 m) and check in to the hotel.
15

Day 15

Rest Day in Pokhara

Pokhara rest day with hotel stay.
16

Day 16

Fly from Pokhara to Kathmandu

Fly from Pokhara to Kathmandu, followed by your onward flight back home at 3.45 pm.
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Day 17

Departure from Nepal

Transfer to the airport and fly back home.