Quick Trek Around Annapurna Tour

Package Overview

"The fantastic trek to greet the majestic Annapurna and its siblings, experience the highland culture, endure the altitude challenges and witness the less known world's deepest gorge- A complete trek that has everything to offer as a trekking holiday, Annapurna Circuit Trek 16 Days"

Annapurna Circuit trek takes you closest to the perfect blend of exquisite culture, typical Nepalese village lifestyle, unbelievably challenging yet mesmerizingly beautiful landscape and above all in the proximity of the pristine Himalayas. This 16 days package of the Annapurna Circuit trek positively enthralls you with its magical show of topographical and cultural diversity, scenic beauty of the rugged mountain terrain, unique lifestyle of the Himalayan people and their culture.

Annapurna Circuit trek with Access Nepal is certain to give you the most magical and fulfilling days of your life in terms of adventure in that the Annapurna Circuit trek takes you to the most enthralling trails the Himalayas of Nepal have to offer. Starting from Besisahar of Lamjung, the trip takes you through the world's deepest gorge, The Kali Gandaki gorge, also known as Andha Galchi. The Kali Gandaki gorge has an elevation of only 4,660m and is flanked between two mountains both above 8,000m, namely Dhaulagiri (8,167m) and Annapurna I (8,091m). On the other hand, the trek will take you through Throng La pass which rises up to an altitude of 5,416m.

Trip Length : 16 Days
Activities : Trekking, Sightseeing
Difficulty : Moderate to adventurous
Max Elevation : 5416m at Thorong-La
Meal : Full board @ trek & breakfast in KTM
Accommodation : Hotel / Lodge
Transportation : Local bus & Private vehicle
Best Month : March-May and Sept-Nov
Group Size : 2+Nepal Visa
International flight to Kathmandu and return ticket to your Home country
Your meals at Kathmandu and Pokhara except welcome dinner and breakfast
Entrance and monument fees during sightseeing
Entire cost of beverages, mineral water and beer etc. while on trek
Travel insurance (Must include Helicopter evacuation and Trip Cancellation charges)
Tipping to the guide and porter

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Day wise Itinerary

• Day 1 : Arrival Day in Kathmandu (1400m)

  Welcome to the Land of Himalayas! On your arrival, Access Nepal representative would pick up you from airport and transfer to your hotel in Kathmandu. After check in to hotel, time for refreshment.
  Evening, we will have a group meeting and introduction at 5:30 at our Office (Your Access Nepal Guest relation officer pick up you from your hotel at 5:00 PM). In the office we will have a trek briefing session, introduction to your trek leader and trip discussion. Then, you would be transferred to one of the typical Nepalese Restaurant (Nepali Chulo) for the welcome Dinner (We eat Dal Bhat- Typical Nepalese Food), enjoy eating local food with cultural dance and ethnic dance. O/N at Kathmandu.

• Day 2 : Sightseeing of Kathmandu Valley (1400m) and Trek Preparation Day

  Kathmandu is the main cultural hub of Nepal. A city of temples and monasteries not only holds the nation’s most religious shrines, it is also a sacred valley where the living Gods and Goddess live with the mortals till the date. Today you will have a sightseeing tour of Kathmandu with the best tourist guide of the town. After the breakfast, we will escort you to Pashupatinath- the largest Hindu Temple of Nepal in a private vehicle. The temple dedicated to supreme Hindu God, Shiva banks Bagmati River. At Pashupatinath you will get to see exceptionally carved statues and idols of Hindu deities, a long row of Shiva-Lings, series of small temples and the golden hood at the top of main Temple is truly fascinating. Moreover, an opportunity to witness the Hindu Death ritual at Aryaghat Pashupatinath is an offbeat cultural experience. After the exploration of Pashupatinath we will walk along the busy streets of Kathmandu to Boudhanath. A large domed shaped Buddhist stupa, Boudhanath holds huge religious significance among the Tibetan Buddhists of Nepal. A major shrine on ancient Indo-China trade route Boudhanath offered blessings to traders and scholars for safe journey through the high Himalayan passes to Tibet. Saffron robed monks circumambulating Boudhanath, colorful prayer flags touching the skyline from the dome pinnacle to the base of large monument and the and outlets selling Tibetan souvenirs makes this place a true Tibet outside Tibet. Post lunch the sightseeing tour continues to Kathmandu Durbar Square. The exemplary wooden and stone craftsmanship at the site makes a place the prominent attraction for tourists. The stone paved streets, pagoda style religious monuments inclusive different Hindu deities are the cultural delights of ancient and medieval Nepal at Kathmandu Durbar Square. Today’s final destination for sightseeing tour in Kathmandu takes you to Swayambhunath. A self emerged Buddhist stupa lies on a hilltop overlooking Kathmandu with its watchful eyes. You will get to experience more about Tibetan Buddhism at Swayambhunath.After the full day; sightseeing tour a private vehicle will escort you to your hotel.

• Day 3 : Drive to Besi Sahar (760m) and Trek to Bhulbhule (840m), 7 Hours Drive and 1-2 Hours of Trek

  After the breakfast, we begin our journey, driving along the Kathmandu-Pokhara Highway to Dumre and then following the rough road above Marsyangdi River. We pass through the low-lying villages and rice fields. After 6-7 hours of long drive, we finally arrive to Besi Sahar. From Besi Sahar, our trek kicks off. We trek along the trail of the village and descend down along the narrow path to the Pam Khola. On crossing the stream, we ascend towards the village of Denauti where we get to see Nepali village life closely. The trail further leads to the banks of the Marshyangdi Khola, passing through paddy fields and subtropical forests. As the trail nears the Khudi Khola, we approach the Gurung village of Bhulbule. Once we reach Bulbule we will have time to rest and explore around. Overnight at Bhulbule.

• Day 4 : Trek to Jagat (1300m) , 5-6 Hours of Trek

  After the breakfast, we descend from Bahundanda, along the wonderful terraced fields of rice. We then cross a stream at the bottom of a small waterfall before we climb up to traverse the hillside high above the river to reach the village of Hani Gaon. We follow the winding mountain path down through Syange and along the river for some distance. The trail then climbs steeply up. At some places during this uphill climb the trail is cut into the sheer cliff-face some 200-300m above the riverbed. Eventually we descend to the stone village of Jagat, evening we rest and explore around Jagat and Overnight at Jagat.

• Day 5 : Trek to Dharapani (1860m) , 7 Hours of Trek

  We take our breakfast and the trek begins from Jagat. We descend down until we reach the riverbed and then continue through a lush forest. Further an ascending climb leads to sharp-edged cliff facing the riverbank. En route, Chyamje comes into picture amidst the glorious backdrop of towering Annapurna mountain ranges. Then we cross the suspension bridge and after crossing a suspension bridge, we climb steeply towards the slippery and physically challenging path to Sattale. On treading along a succession of rock-strewn trails, we descend to a grassy riverbank that leads to Tal. As we walk away from Tal, the path becomes rugged and winding. Then we approach steep forested village of Karte. Meandering along the waterfalls and cliffs, we finally reach Dharapani after crossing a suspension bridge, we explore around the Dharapani and we stay there for overnight.

• Day 6 : Trek to Chame (2670m), 6 Hours of Trek

  Again, we take breakfast and start our trek walking through a narrow field exiting out of the village. The Dudh Khola, which originates from the south face of Manaslu and then Marshyangdi veers to the left. Sinuous trails of the. Annapurna II becomes visible as we arrive at Bagarchhap, a Bhotia village with colorful prayer flags fluttering in the breeze will be found on the way. As we continue ascending through forests of pine and oak, we pass through Dhanakyu before coming to a thundering waterfall. Further on, the Marshyangdi River enters a gorge and the trails follows rock-strewn path. We can pause for a while and take in the splendor of the picturesque Manaslu. When the steep incline ends, we follow a path amid magnificent rhododendrons and continue on a gently rising path. We cross a stream before entering a pine forest. We then enter the pristine hamlet of Kotho, from where we can capture the most enchanting view of Annapurna II. Treading further, the route reaches a large white gate with a corrugated iron roof, which is the entrance of Chame. The hot springs are the major attraction of this place. We explore around Chame and stay for Overnight in Chame.

• Day 7 : Trek to Pisang (3200m) , 5-6 Hours of Trek

  In the morning time, we will view the amazing sight of the glowing Lamjung Himal [6893m] and after breakfast we head off for Pisang. En route, we cross a large suspension bridge over Marshyangdi River. Our trekking trail meanders through barley field leading to Teleku at 2775 meters. As we leave undulating mountain passes, we enter fascinating apple orchard and cross a bridge at 2840 meters. On crossing the bridge, the pristine hamlet of Bratang appears. Further on, we continue our steep rock-strewn trails to the south side and cross a long suspension bridge at 3040 meters. At this vantage point on the bridge, we get to view Paungda Danda, rock rising more than 1500 meters from the river. En route, we get to capture splendid views of Annapurna II rearing up on the east and Pisang Peak on the north-east. We cross a bridge and we enter the village of Pisang. There we will have time to explore the picturesque environment. Overnight at Pisang.

• Day 8 : Trek to Manang (3540m) , 5 Hours of Trek

  After the breakfast, we continue our trek from Pisang walking along a steep ridge savoring beautiful sights of the Manang valley and the Tilicho peak towering above 7132 meters. The route further leads to the wide plain of the Sabje Khola Valley from where we get the majestic view of Annapurna IV [7525m]. And we enter the beautiful village of Mungji. We continue treading along the cultivated fields and after a while we arrive at the village of Braga with a splendid monastery. While trekking down to Manang, we enjoy the majestic views of the Annapurna range - Annapurna II, Annapurna III, Annapurna IV, Gangapurna [7455m] and Tilicho Peak [7134m]. Explore around Manang and Overnight at Manang.

• Day 9 : Acclimatization Day in Manang (3540m)

  Today we have an adequate acclimatization before crossing the Thorong La. We can spend this day strolling down the river to see the tremendous ice-fall cascading down from the glaciated mountain peaks or by simply take in the panoramic beauty of the Annapurna mountain range and the Manang Valley. Overnight at Manang.

• Day 10 : Trek to Ledar (4200m), 5-6 Hours of Trek

  After the breakfast, we start our trek by walking towards Thorong La. On the way, we cross a stream, climb to Tengi- 120meters above Manang and ascend further past Marshyangdi Valley turning north-west up the valley of the Jarsang Khola. Amidst the spectacular vistas of Annapurna mountain range, we trek beyond the lush vegetation of scrub juniper and alpine grasses to reach the small village of Gunsang. Gunsang is a cluster of flat mud roofs just below the trail at 3960 meters. And the trail takes us further along a large stream that flows from Chulu West and Gundang, and leads to a rich pasture at 4000 meters. We pass by Yak Kharka and reach to Ledtar. After we reach Ledar we will have time to explore around and Overnight at Ledar.

• Day 11 : Trek to Thorong Phedi (4450m) , 6 Hours of Trek

  Leaving Ledar, we climb gradually to a ridge before descending to the headwaters of the Marshyangdi and crossing via a covered wooden bridge. After a short ascent up to the mountain path on the right bank, we follow a narrow trail across an unstable steep slope and then descend to Thorong Phedi. Overnight at Thorong Phedi.

• Day 12 : Trek to Muktinath (3760m), 7 Hours of Trek

  We have an early start after breakfast, today for the crossing of Thorong La [5416m]. The trail becomes steep immediately on leaving camp. After around four hours of steady climbing, we reach the chorten and prayer flags of the pass. From the snow-covered mountains above, to the head of the Kali Gandaki valley below and the brown and purple hills of Mustang. The descent to Muktinath is a 1600m trek. On the way we will find the excellent views of Dhaulagiri. Eventually the moraines give way to grassy slopes before a pleasant walk along the Jhong Khola Valley to Muktinath, with its shrines and temple. We visit Muktinath valley and temple. Overnight at Muktinath.

• Day 13 : Trek to Jomsom (2710m), 3 Hours Walk

  After the breakfast, we now begin our trek with the descend down to the dramatic Kali Gandaki valley, initially through arid country in the same geographical and climatic zone as Tibet. After passing through Jharkot and Khingar, villages with typical Tibetan architecture, we follow the valley floor most of the way to Jomsom. En route, we will have an opportunity to view both Dhaulagiri and Nilgiri. Jomsom is a large town sprawled along both banks of the Kali Gandaki River, and it is here we will spend the final night of our trek. Evening we can explore around the jomsom valley and overnight at Jomsom.

• Day 14 : Flight to Pokhara (820m) and Explore Around Pokhara

  Today after breakfast, we take an early morning flight to Pokhara. It is a spectacular flight along the Kali Gandaki Gorge and provides wonderful views of both the Dhaulagiri and Annapurna ranges. Once we reach Pokhara, we check-in to hotel and may have rest for some time. Evening boating in Fewa Lake and Explore around lake. Overnight at Pokhara hotel.

• Day 15 : Drive to Kathmandu, 6 Hours Drive By Tourist Bus or 30 Minutes Flight

  After Breakfast, We drive to Kathmandu. If you drive it takes 6 to 7 hours to reach Kathmandu and by fly it takes only 30 minutes. After we reach Kathmandu, we transfer you to your hotel and rest time at your hotel. Overnight at Kathmandu hotel.

• Day 16 : Departure Day from Kathmandu (1400m)

  This is your last day in Nepal. You can do shopping or buy some souvenirs for your family, friends or relatives until your departure to airport. We will transfer you to the International Airport for your departure to your onward destination.

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Inclusions

• Hotel
• Sightseeing
• Arrival airport picks up
• Welcome dinner with live Nepali cultural program and Farewell dinner at one the finest restaurants in Thamel
• 3 Nights at 3 star standard accommodation at ‘Hotel Blue Horizon’ Kathmandu with breakfast
• 1 Night at 3 star standard accommodation at ‘Hotel Landmark’ in Pokhara with breakfast
• Day guided tour of Kathmandu Valley
• Kathmandu to Besisahar by local bus, Nayapul to Pokhara by private vehicle and Pokhara to Kathmandu by tourist bus
• Teahouse/Mountain Lodge accommodations during the trek (comfortable and clean)
• All meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) during the trekking period
• One Trekking guide (Experienced, Fluent English Speaking, Gov. Licensed, first aid and eco trained)and their entire expenses, equipment and insurance
• Entire poterage cost and all the trekking equipments for porters (one porter for each two member in a group)
• Annapurna Trekking permit/TIMS Card
• All the Gov. and Local taxes as per applicable
• Down Jacket and Sleeping Bags while on trekking (on Request) - rated to -15 Degree Celsius
• One duffle Bag and T- shirt
• Trekking Map and Adventure Certificate
• Group medical Kit Box (Diamox & other first Aid Medicine)
• Arrangement of Emergency Helicopter service which will be paid by your Travel insurance company
• Final departure transfer

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Exclusions

• Nepal Visa
• International flight to Kathmandu and return ticket to your Home country
• Your meals at Kathmandu and Pokhara except welcome dinner and breakfast
• Entrance and monument fees during sightseeing
• Entire cost of beverages, mineral water and beer etc. while on trek
• Travel insurance (Must include Helicopter evacuation and Trip Cancellation charges)
• Tipping to the guide and porter

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Price & Rates

* Mentioned prices may vary depending upon date of travel, hotel availability, surge pricing and seasonal rush.

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Terms & Conditions

Payment Terms & Methods :
* Some Advance Percentage of total booking amount
* Airfare/Transport fare to be paid full at one time in advance.

Cancellation & Refund Policy :
* Upon cancellation, refund will be made after deducting the Retention Amount.
* Retention Amount varies as per the number of days left before your package start date.

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