Annapurna Circuit Trek

Upon your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, our representative will warmly welcome you and transfer you to your hotel in Kathmandu. After checking in, you can relax or explore the streets of Thamel. In the evening, you will attend a detailed trek briefing where your guide reviews the itinerary and prepares you for the journey ahead.

After breakfast, you will begin a long and scenic drive from Kathmandu toward Dharapani, following the Marsyangdi River valley through winding mountain roads. The journey offers early glimpses of terraced farmland, forested hillsides, and traditional villages before reaching Dharapani for an overnight stay.
Driving Duration: Approximately 8 to 9 hours

The trail follows the Marsyangdi River through forests of pine and fir, passing traditional villages and terraced fields as the valley narrows and the surrounding peaks begin to draw closer. Chame, the district headquarters of Manang, offers your first clear views of Annapurna II.
Walking Duration: 5 to 6 hours

Today's trail continues along the Marsyangdi Valley, passing through pine forest and dramatic rock formations before reaching Pisang. From here, the landscape begins its transition toward the drier, more open terrain that defines the upper Manang region.
Walking Duration: 5 to 6 hours

The trail continues through the increasingly open Manang valley, passing traditional Manangi villages and offering sweeping views of Annapurna III, Gangapurna, and Tilicho Peak along the way. Manang itself is one of the largest settlements on the circuit, serving as an important stop for both culture and acclimatization.
Walking Duration: 5 to 6 hours

A dedicated rest day allows your body to adjust to the altitude before continuing toward Thorong La. Optional short hikes to nearby viewpoints or the Gangapurna Glacier offer further acclimatization along with spectacular mountain views.

The trail leaves Manang behind and climbs steadily through increasingly open, high altitude terrain, following the Jarsang Khola valley. Yak Kharka offers a quiet overnight stop as the trail continues its gradual ascent toward Thorong La.
Walking Duration: 3 to 4 hours

Today's trail continues climbing through rugged high altitude terrain, following the base of the Thorong La massif. Thorong Phedi serves as the final overnight stop before the demanding crossing of the pass itself.
Walking Duration: 3 to 4 hours

An early start leads to the demanding crossing of Thorong La, one of the highest trekking passes in the world, rewarding trekkers with spectacular panoramic views across the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges. After the pass, a long descent leads to the sacred pilgrimage town of Muktinath, one of Nepal's most important religious sites for both Hindus and Buddhists.
Walking Duration: 7 to 8 hours

The trail descends through the dry, high desert landscape of the Mustang region, passing through Jomsom before reaching Marpha, a charming village known for its stone paved streets, whitewashed houses, and apple orchards.
Walking Duration: 5 to 6 hours

Today's trail follows the Kali Gandaki Valley, the deepest gorge in the world, as the landscape gradually transitions back toward greener, forested terrain. Ghasa marks a noticeable shift in scenery from the arid Mustang region to the lusher lower Kali Gandaki valley.
Walking Duration: 5 to 6 hours

The trail continues its descent through the Kali Gandaki gorge, passing waterfalls and forested hillsides before reaching Tatopani, renowned for its natural hot springs, a welcome place to relax after several demanding days on the trail.
Walking Duration: 5 to 6 hours

The trail climbs steadily away from the Kali Gandaki valley, passing through rhododendron and oak forest as the route gains elevation toward Ghorepani, a picturesque village surrounded by mountain scenery.
Walking Duration: 6 to 7 hours

Early in the morning, you will hike to Poon Hill to witness one of Nepal's finest Himalayan sunrises, with clear views of Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Nilgiri, and Machhapuchhre glowing in the morning light. After returning to Ghorepani for breakfast, the trek continues through forested ridgelines to reach Tadapani for an overnight stay.
Walking Duration: 6 to 7 hours

The trail descends through forest and traditional villages to Ghandruk, a picturesque Gurung settlement offering wide views of the Annapurna range, before a private vehicle transfers you back to Pokhara for the evening.
Walking Duration: 4 to 5 hours
Driving Duration: 2 to 3 hours

After breakfast, you will drive back to Kathmandu along the scenic highway. On arrival, you will transfer to your hotel and spend the evening at leisure, reflecting on your journey around the Annapurna massif.
Driving Duration: Approximately 6 to 7 hours

Your Annapurna Circuit Trek comes to an end today. Depending on your flight schedule, our representative will transfer you to Tribhuvan International Airport for your onward journey.