Annapurna Circuit Trek – 16 Days Itinerary

Annapurna Circuit Trek – 16 Days Itinerary

Arrival at

Kathmandu

Dept. From

Kathmandu

Difficulty

Moderate

Group Size

2 to 12

Destination

Nepal

Max. Alt.

5,416m

Annapurna Circuit Trek in Nepal

Annapurna Circuit trek is one of our best-selling trekking packages in Nepal. Nepal Big Mountain Travel gives you an extremely varied Annapurna circuit trek in Nepal where you get to pass through dramatic deep gorges, Buddhist temples, picturesque villages, and most importantly, the majestic Annapurna region which provides you with a majestic view of mount range that includes a variety of high snow-capped mountains.
Voted as the best long-distance trek in the world, the Annapurna Circuit trail is crowded with a range of facilities. As a regular trekker, you can see a vast difference in the degree of comfortability when you choose Annapurna Circuit trekking in Nepal. NBM Travel offers a 15-day Annapurna Circuit Trek itinerary in Nepal where each day you are thrilled with new attractions waiting for you. Throughout the journey, you come across lush trees, rhododendron forests, rivers, streams, suspension bridges, and many more. The snow-capped peaks, mist-shrouded valleys, and isolated communities you encounter on the journey will inspire you with a bold spirit and a definitive nature experience. The prayer flags through the trial will give you the strength to carry on your trek to Annapurna Circuit in Nepal. Despite being a challenging trip, the Annapurna Circuit trek, in the end, will leave you with a sense of accomplishment with many unforgettable memories.

Why Annapurna Circuit Trek With NBM?

If you are looking for a rewarding trek in Nepal and want to reach the heights of an adrenaline rush then, then the Annapurna Circuit trek in Nepal could be the best trekking option for you. Nepal Big Mountain is one of the very few travel agencies in Nepal that provide you with a majestic view of gorgeous high mountain ranges in your Annapurna Circuit trek package in Nepal. NBM Travel makes sure you are in safe hands. Our highly-experienced guides will give you the maximum convenience and guidance throughout your Annapurna Circuit trekking journey. Connect with NBM Travel for the best experience of Annapurna Circuit trekking in Nepal.

Annapurna Circuit Trek Highlights

  • Trek along the captivating Annapurna circuit trail.
  • Reach the highest altitude in the Thorang La pass, 5416 m.
  • The splendid views of the Himalayan peaks throughout the Annapurna Circuit trek in Nepal.
  • Enjoy the diverse Nepalese landscape and Submerge in Himalayan lifestyle and culture.
  • Explore magnificent lakes, glaciers, deep gorges, and stunning waterfalls.
  • Visit Muktinath, one of the most sacred places for both Hindus and Buddhists in Nepal.
  • Visit Barge Monastery, the largest monastery in the Manang district.
  • Hot spring bath at Tatopani to relieve stress.

Short Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive in Kathmandu (Altitude 1400 m)

Day 2: Drive from Kathmandu to Syange (1100 m)

Day 3: Trek from Syange to Dharapani (1,860 m)

Day 4: Dharapani to Chame (2,610 m)

Day 5: Chame to Pisang (3,200 m)

Day 6: Pisang to Manang (3,540 m)

Day 7: Manang: Acclimatization day

Day 8: Manang to Siri Kharka (4060 m)

Day 9: Siri Kharka to Yak Kharka (4060 m)

Day 10: Yak Kharka to Thorong Phedi: (4525 m)

Day 11: Thorong Phedi to Muktinath (3,800 m)

Day 12: Drive from Muktinath to Tatopani (1,200 m)

Day 13: Tatopani to Ghorepani (2,850 m)

Day 14: Ghorepani to Poon Hill to Nayapul then drive to Pokhara

Day 15: Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu

Day 16: Departure

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1

Arrive in Kathmandu (Altitude 1400 m)

On day 1, our representative in formal attire will receive you with garlands (Mala) and Khata, a traditional Buddhist ceremonial scarf. The representative will then transfer you to the hotel where you can take a rest for a while. You can wander around Thamel’s streets and explore shops later that day. A cultural dinner will be organized overnight at the Tourist Standard hotel or a similar class.

Day 2

Drive from Kathmandu to Syange (1100 m)

Following a refreshing breakfast in Kathmandu, we will take an 8-hour drive to Syange. We will make sure you are comfortable on the trip with an experienced driver with you. You get to see the natural beauty of Nepal such as the mountain ranges and flowing rivers during the trip. You will pass through Swoyambhunath, Chandragiri, and the Manakamana temple on the way. Upon arrival, you will stay at a guesthouse for the night.

Day 3

Trek from Syange to Dharapani (1,860 m)

The next morning, you begin a wonderful trek journey to Dharapani. You cross a suspension bridge and after a steep climb, you enter the vicinity of Manang region at the village named Tal. On the way, you will encounter wheat and rice fields, colorful rhododendron forests, and several waterfalls forming a river by the sandy beaches. We will then pass Kodo village, the biggest village in the Manang valley. You then cross a second suspension bridge and start a short climb of the stone Kani to reach Dharapani. You stay at a Lodge overnight.

Day 4

Dharapani to Chame (2,610 m)

The next morning, you will have a re-energizing breakfast before continuing your Annapurna circuit trek in Nepal, as we begin to walk towards to Chame (2,610). As the altitude increases, you get to see beautiful mountain peaks above you. You can feel the refreshing air while passing through the oak, pine, and fir forest alongside the river. You can relax in the hot spring on the journey. Dinner and overnight in Chame.

Day 5

Chame to Pisang (3,200 m)

On day 5, we start walking through the steep and narrow valley, the marvelous curved rock face, Paungda and Danda rock face. You will see a mind-blowing view of the snow-capped mountains such as Annapurna II and Pisang peak. After you reach the height of 3200m, you start descending to the Manang valley floor. You can take a rest at the guesthouse or teahouse in the area.

Day 6

Pisang to Manang (3,540 m)

Descending from Pisang, we will reach the Manang valley which is the best place to explore the Buddhist and Tibetan culture – you can visit Barge monastery, the biggest monastery of Manang. From Manang. You will see staggering views of Annapurna II, III, IV, Gangapurna, Tilicho, and Pisang Peak. Today, overnight at a guesthouse or teahouse in Manang.

Day 7

Manang: Acclimatization day

On day 7, we will start a short hike exploring the beauty of Manang. You can spend the day admiring Annapurna III, Tilicho, Pisang and Chulu Peaks, roam around Manang Village and Monasteries in Gangapurna Lake and Base Camp. Overnight at the same lodge.

Day 8

Manang to Siri Kharka (4060 m)

The next day, you start with easy trekking to habituate slowly with high convenience. A higher altitude is obtained through the upper route which follows a path down to a river surrounded by coniferous forests. After a 3-hour walk, you will encounter the Tibetan settlement Khangsar. We then walk further for an hour to reach Siri Kharkha. Along the journey, you get a view of Gungang Himal and Mt. Chulu. Overnight at Siri Kharka.

Day 9

Siri Kharka to Yak Kharka (4060 m)

The next day, you will start your journey early in the morning from Khangsar village to Yak Kharka. You have the chance to enter a thousand-year-old monastery, the Tare Gumba, on the way. You can also explore the rock walls and old stone houses during this trip of your Annapurna Circuit trek in Nepal. You then go to the Thorang Khola valley across a river. You will find steep plateaus before reaching Yak Kharka. If you are lucky you will see snow leopards and blue sheep (Bharal) with your naked eye. You stay overnight in the teahouse or guesthouse today.

Day 10

Yak Kharka to Thorong Phedi (4525 m)

On day 10, you will start an early morning trek with single layered attire to the Kone Khola valley. Upon reaching Letdar, you will encounter mountain yaks on the way with a spectacular view of landscapes and mountains such as Mt. Gundang, Mt. Syagang, Mt. Khatungkan, and Thorung Peak. After climbing uphill for a while, you will reach Thorong Phedi where you spend overnight at a guesthouse.

Day 11

Thorong Phedi to Muktinath (3,800 m)

The next day, you wake up early in the morning at 3 and push yourselves through the icy air and high altitude to see a panoramic view of majestic Himalayan peaks extending northwards into Tibet, with several main peaks of Annapurna at the back. You then descend all the way to Muktinath (Chumig Gyatsa), a sacred place for both Hindus and Buddhists. You stay overnight at the guesthouse.

Day 12

Drive from Muktinath to Tatopani (1,200 m)

On day 12, you will drive to Tatopani where there is a place consisting of a hot spring which is a major attraction for both national and international tourists. You will find the place to be crowded as people enjoy the time in the hot spring there. You can also soak yourself in the hot spring. You will then spend the night at a guesthouse.

Day 13

Tatopani to Ghorepani (2,850 m)

The next day, you will continue your Annapurna Circuit trekking in Nepal, as you start walking from Tatopani to Ghorepani. On the way, you will pass the villages of Sikha and Chitre where you can experience the lifestyle of ethnic Thakali people. The view of colorful rhododendron forests and panoramic snow-capped mountains will amaze you throughout the journey. Upon reaching Ghorepani, you will be offered to see a view from the ridge top. Overnight at the Ghorepani.

Day 14

Ghorepani to Poon Hill to Nayapul then drive to Pokhara

Today is the day when you can capture the beauty of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri, along with including Mt Machhapuchhre (Fishtail), Mt Manaslu and surrounding rice terrace. Our target on this day will be to reach Poonhill, at an altitude of 3210m, early in the morning to see a spectacular sunrise view. Poon Hill is inhabited by Pun Gurungs and Magars. Following the Poonhill visit, you will start walking back to Nayapul and then start a sublime drive to Pokhara. Overnight at Pokhara in a 3-star hotel.

Day 15

Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu

You will see a beautiful view of sunrise view in Pokhara. Following a breakfast, you will drive back to Kathmandu in a tourist bus. During this 5-hour drive, you will observe the beauty of Pokhara passing through the Himalayan Rivers – Trishuli, Marsyangdi, and Seti. You may also see people enjoying rafting from the window. This may inspire you to choose our another package that includes rafting. Overnight in a tourist standard hotel in Kathmandu.

Day 16

Departure

Your Annapurna Circuit trek in Nepal unfortunately is over now. Today is your departure day. You will have breakfast early in the morning after which a representative from NBM travel will pick you up from your hotel and drop you at Tribhuvan International Airport from where you can return home.

Best Time For Annapurna Circuit Trek in Nepal

Deciding the best time for Annapurna Circuit trek in Nepal is itself an adventurous elimination game. You can opt for this trek in every season but for the best experience, a clear season is recommended. As Nepal Big Mountain Travel wants you to get the best trekking experience, we highly recommended the month of October-November or March-April when the season is clear. Trekking in these months provides you with a view of the beautiful Himalayan mountains at their best. Moreover, at this time, flowers such as rhododendron found abundantly which makes the trail colorful and eye-catching.

Included

  • A warm welcome with a garland by a representative upon arrival at the airport.
  • Airport pickup and transfers using a tourist or private vehicle as per itinerary.
  • Vehicle arrangements for the tour excluding the trekking area.
  • Standard twin-sharing accommodation in a 3-star hotel in Kathmandu and Pokhara, including breakfast. Upgraded options for 4-star or 5-star rooms are available for an additional cost.
  • Twin-sharing tea house/guesthouse accommodation during the trek in the Annapurna Region.
  • An experienced trekking guide with a government license and fluency in Chinese, English, or Hindi.
  • Permits for the Annapurna Conservation Area and Trekkers’ Information Management System (TIMS).
  • Porter services during the trek, with one porter assigned per two guests.
  • A trekking map and duffel bag provided for every two guests.
  • Medical kits.
  • A trek completion certificate.
  • A farewell dinner on the last night in Kathmandu.
  • All necessary administrative expenses and government taxes throughout the trek.

Not Included

  • Meals (lunch and dinner) in Kathmandu and during the trek.
  • Travel insurance and emergency evacuation coverage for high-altitude situations.
  • Tips for the trekking staff and driver.
  • Personal trekking gear and equipment.
  • Customized or private trips.
  • Accommodation for early arrival, late departure, or any other reasons.
  • Any services, activities, or personal expenses not mentioned in the itinerary.

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Viet Anh
Viet Anh
2023-01-03
The tour gave me such an amazing experience, especially about the cultural, historical and religious values of Nepalis. 2 colleagues and me went on 1 tour of NBM Travel, in 4 nights and 5 days in Nepal (Limbini, Nagarkot, and Kathmandu). Mr Sujit, the Manager was very supportive in arranging a customized tour for us, meeting all our requirements. He is very responsive and professional, with quite good connections to help us (our domestic flight was delayed, he managed to get us on board of an earlier flight)Mr Subash, the Tour Guide, was also responsible and hospitable. He always tried to make us enjoy the trip. He is also expertised in his job, knowing a lot of information about the tourist attractions. He was very ready to help when we want to buy local fruits, and very collaborative when we want to change the schedule.The tour gave me such an amazing experience, especially about the cultural, historical and religious values of Nepalis. In our tour, we also planned to see the Himalayan Ranges from our Hotel in Nagarkot and from Chandragiri Hills, but the weather was so cloudy during our stay. It may be a good reason for our come back to Nepal next time and enjoy the hospitality of NBM Team.
Ciara M
Ciara M
2022-05-13
Fantastic We had such a fantastic experience in Nepal with this tour company. We were overwhelmed by how welcoming and warm Sudarshan and his team were from the moment we arrived. We felt so comparable and taken care of in the beautiful Nivas Botique home in Kathmandu. The rooms are beautiful and very comfortable. We enjoyed delicious, complimentary authentic Nepalese meals and had such a fanatic stay here. We travelled to Pokhara for 2 nights in very comfortable private transportation. We had a fantastic 2 days of activities including paragliding and white water rafting, all organised for us. We couldn’t have asked for a better trip and I couldn’t recommend using this travel company more. We will definitely be back in the future!
Rory N
Rory N
2022-05-08
Amazing Trip! We spent 4 fantastic days in Kathmandu and Pokhara with NBM travel. Our trip included paragliding, sight seeing and an Everest flight. Management went above and beyond to make us feel welcome, safe and ensure that we had the best time. Would highly recommend this travel company!
JIAOTU
JIAOTU
2021-08-29
绝美风景,期待下次再见 不同于之前在国内看到的雪山,喜马拉雅山系的雪山绵延不绝,又高又长,能见度好的时候能看到一片的雪山,感觉自己第一次离雪山那么近,超震撼的感觉。看到了鱼尾峰的鱼尾巴,好美!雨林里山中的空气超级好,刚好走的那段路像原始丛林一般,很美空气很新鲜,竟然有点爱上这种雨中漫步的感觉~选的旅行社的老板人真的很好!安排的十分妥当,爱上这种异国他乡的快乐啦哈哈!不过这是我们第一次相遇,但绝对不是最后一次相聚!
YU J
YU J
2021-08-28
很棒的旅游体验-Kathmandu 一直有想去尼泊尔旅行的想法,前些日子终于下决心仔细研究了,人生地不熟的,问了朋友的朋友有没有旅行社推荐,就推荐了这家,英文名NBM中文名大山旅游,老板中文名也叫大山,感觉对中国文化很有研究,让我们这种出国游的感觉很安心。老板很靠谱,给安排了懂中文的向导,沟通很顺利,人也很亲切。不得不说尼泊尔景色真不错,适合放松身心,有机会的话还会再来,也会多推荐大山旅游的。
Tina B.
Tina B.
2019-12-14
Great if you have limited time to visit the city I was in Nepal in November and after a trek of 10 days I only had 1 and a half day to visit Kathmandu. I found out many places to visit in Kathmandu are far from each other (5 to 10 km) and walking between places is not an option (heavy traffic). So I decided to book a private tour (I was a solo traveller) and had a great experience. My guide Raj took me to all the important places , UNESCO sites, and explained everything about the place we were visiting. I would recommend this tour to anyone who has limited time to explore the city. -1 point as the guides will take you to shop/restaurant they have an agreement with, I didn't mind the shop as they don't force you to buy anything, but I would have wanted to choose the restaurant by myself
Hari r
Hari r
2019-07-25
Cable Car Trip near Kathmandu Me and my friends travelled Kathmandu this July and we went for a short distance trip to Chandragiri Hill. Cable Car took us to Chandragiri hill, which is best to escape from hustle and bustle of Kathmandu. The view of Kathmandu was beautiful as rain cleared up the sky. The guide we were provided was professional and he told us incredible stories of the hill. Overall it was fantastic trip.
Bindu B
Bindu B
2019-07-25
Trekking, Local, culture views and sites 5 days in Nepal trek was awesome. We went to Sundarijal, then to Chisapani walking a lot of stairs and then to Nagarkot. We could see beautiful peaks from Dhaulagiri to Everest. People at Sundarijal seem very friendly. All in all, our trek was very nice and we enjoyed it very much.
Stephanie H
Stephanie H
2019-07-18
Amazing Trip! Thank you to the folks at NBM Travel for an awesome trip to Nepal! Shristi was incredibly helpful with coordinating everything and answering all of my silly logistical questions from the moment I booked the trip. My tour guide Mani provided so much support on the tour, from sharing his knowledge about Nepali culture and history, to helping me find souvenirs at a good price, to rearranging our itinerary when we had weather delays. I chose this tour specifically to learn about the many cultures and lifestyles of Nepal and was not disappointed. Each location was so different from the last - Kathmandu is the chaotic capital, Chitwan is a gorgeous jungle where you’ll see animals that you’d never expect to see up close in real life (still can’t believe how close I was to crocodiles and a rhino!), and Pokhara feels like a cute beach resort. We were unable to go to Lumbini due to weather, so we spent an extra day in Pokhara and an extra day in Kathmandu, which worked out fine for relaxing and shopping. Even the bus rides between cities were interesting because you could see examples of life in the countryside and some really cool landscapes. There was a decent balance of sightseeing and free time, and I really liked each of the hotels we stayed at. If you are interested in learning about Nepal beyond trekking, this is a great introduction. They have such an interesting diversity and unique history, I wish more people knew about it!If you go in July, like I did, you’ll likely catch some rain (monsoon season), so make sure you pack accordingly! Rain boots, rain coat, and quick dry pants worked well on rainy days and the boat tour/jungle trek in Chitwan, plus a few pairs of comfortable pants and a pair of sandals for sunny days. Don’t let the name “monsoon” scare you off from coming if this is the only time of year you can go. You’ll still see, do, and eat a lot! (Make sure you have dal bhat and momo while you are here...they are the best!)
Swostika M
Swostika M
2019-07-08
Exciting trip in cable car Had a experience of such a steep cable car. The trip was exciting and the mountain view was worth the travel.

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