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Annapurna Circuit Trek: Over Thorung La

  • Kathmandu Airport, Nepal
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“It was a wonderful experience, and I had a great introduction to Nepal. It will take some time to really… ”
Nepal, Asia

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from $1,995* per person17 DaysOctober-December
Simple accommodations Exertion level: 6
Operator: Crystal Mountain Treks 12 people max
The Annapurna circuit trek takes you through some of the most amazing and diverse landscape in Nepal. The trek begins in well forested and terraced hills; a region inhabited by Hindu groups of Nepal. But past Pisang the landscape changes dramatically as the dense forests give way to the barren landscape of the Tibetan plateau. Here you enter the Manang valley which is inhabited by gypsy traders of Tibetan origin. After several rest and short days for acclimatization, head north over the Thorung pass to Muktinath village where there is a shrine revered by both Hindus and Buddhists.

The Annapurna Circuit trek ends in Jomsom from where a flight through the Kali Gandaki gorge, the deepest gorge in the world between Annapurna and Dhaulagiri, brings you to Kathmandu. However, you may opt to continue and complete the full Annapurna circuit. There is a newly built unpaved from Jomsom to Tatopani (3 days trek) but views of the Dhaulagiri range from here are awe-inspiring. Beyond Tatopani, ascend to Ghorepani Ridge and to Pun Hill from where a 360 degree unobstructed view of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri mountains is possible. This is indeed one of the best mountain view point.

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Nepal, Asia

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  1. Reviewer: Peter S located in San Jose, CA USA
    It was a wonderful experience, and I had a great introduction to Nepal. It will take some time to really digest and appreciate all that I saw.

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Itinerary

Day 01 - Kathmandu (1,300m/4,400ft)

Arrive Kathmandu. Transfer to Hotel. Rest of day free. Welcome dinner. (Dinner)
Day 02 - Kathmandu (1,300m/4,400ft)

Visit Pashupatinath, Nepal's most sacred Hindu temple dedicated to Shiva, with its two-tiered golden roof and silver door. Here, you'll probably witness a Hindu cremation along the banks of the Bagmati River.

Then drive to Bhaktapur, the City of Devotees, for lunch and a tour of the royal palace square. Bhaktapur is a medieval city in the Kathmandu valley and is least disturbed by modern life. Here, you can absorb the architectural splendor of the five-storied Nyatapola temple, or the sculptural delight of the Peacock Window. (Breakfast and Lunch)
Day 03 - Kathmandu to Bhulbhule (840m/2,750ft)

A private vehicle takes you to Besi-Sahar. Trek couple hours to BhulBhule perched by the Marshyangdi river. Overnight Lodge. (All meals)
Day 04 - Bhulbhule to Jagat (1,330m/4,350ft)

Today is mostly hiking up steep trails: first to Bahundanda and then to Jagat. Overnight Lodge. (All meals)
Day 05 - Dharapani (1,960m/6,500ft)

Trek past several waterfalls to Chamje and then to Tal Besi. From here, it is a grueling climb on swich backs to Tal where the valley opens into a large plateau. After lunch at Tal, continue to Dharapani. Overnight Lodge. (All meals)
Day 06 - Chame (2,710m/8,800ft)


Today is a long day of hiking. Most of the day there are views of Lamjung, Annapurna II and Annapurna IV. Camp is at Chame, the district head-quarters. Overnight Lodge. (All  meals)
Day 07 - Chame to Pisang (3,200m/10,500ft)

Todays highlight is the Paungda Danda rock face, an interesting and large rock slab. At our camp, Pisang peak (6,091m) looms over Pisang village. Overnight Lodge. (All meals)
Day 08 - Pisang to Manang (3,540m/11,600ft)

Today, you will find yourself above tree-line. The mountain views from here are marvelous: Hiunchuli, Annapurna South, Annapurna I (8,091 , Annapurna III (7,555m) and Gangapurna (7,454m) are visible. Overnight Lodge. (All meals)
Day 09 - Manang (3,540m/11,600ft)

Acclimatization day in Manang. Overnight Lodge. (All meals)
Day 10 - Yak Kharka (4,110m/13,500ft)

A short day of 3 to 4 hours hiking to Yak Kharka. Overnight Lodge. (All meals)

Day 11 - Thorung Phedi (4,420m/14,200ft)

Another short trek day of 3 hours to the base of the Thorung la pass. Overnight Lodge. (All meals)

Day 12 - Thorung Phedi to Muktinath (3,800m)

The day begins early with wake up call usually around 3:00 am. The steep ascent to the pass can take up to 5 or 6 hours. Then it is a long arduous descent to Muktinath. As you walk towards Muktinath, views of the Dhaulagiri massif dominate the horizon. Overnight Lodge. (All meals)

Day 13 - Contingency day

Contingency day for health or weather delays. If this day is not required, you can make a side trip to Kagbeni - the gateway to Lo in Mustang. Overnight Lodge. (All meals)
 
Day 14 - Muktinath to Jomsom

Descend to Jomsom. Overnight Lodge. (All meals)

Day 15 - Jomsom to Pokhara


Fly from Jomsom to Pokhara. Day free in Pokhara. Overnight Hotel Fairmount. (Breakfast and Dinner)

Day 16 - Pokhara to Kathmandu

After breakfast, fly to Kathmandu. Sightseeing in Kathmandu. Farewell dinner in Kathmandu. Overnight Hotel Tibet. (Breakfast and Dinner)

Day 17 - Kathmandu to home

After breakfast, transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport for your final departure. (Breakfast)

Full circuit extension

Day 15 - Jomsom to Kalopani

Longish day from Jomsom to Kalopani. Overnight Lodge. (All meals)

Day 16 - Kalopani to Tatopani

Descend to Tatopani. Overnight Hotel Lodge. (Breakfast and Dinner)

Day 17 - Tatopani to Ghorepani

Long uphill day from Tatopani to Ghorepani. Start early to avoid the effects of the sun. Overnight Lodge. (All meals)

Day 18 - Ghorepani to Ulleri

Early morning, hike to Pun Hill for sunrise. After breakfast, descend to Ulleri. Overnight Lodge. (All meals)

Day 19 - Ulleri to Pokhara

Descend from Ulleri to Nayapul. At Nayapul, you complete the Full Annapurna Circuit Trek. Board a chartered vehicle to Pokhara. Evening free in Pokhara. Overnight Hotel Fairmount. (Breakfast and Lunch)

Day 20 - Pokhara to Kathmandu

After breakfast, fly to Kathmandu. Sightseeing in Kathmandu. Farewell dinner in Kathmandu. Overnight Hotel Tibet. (Breakfast and Dinner)

Day 21 - Kathmandu to home

After breakfast, transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport for your final departure. (Breakfast)

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