Annapurna Circuit Trek

Wake early, get ready and have a nice first meal at your hotel on the 2nd day of your trekking to Annapurna circuit excursion. From Chamje, we will take a local bus and start our picturesque ride, where we can enjoy the green hills, fast-flowing rivers, small villages, rice terraces, and many more.

After a six-hour bus trip, we will arrive in Besisahar and disembark. Then, we will switch jeeps to continue our journey towards Chamje. The road will be full of bumps, but still, it will be enjoyable. We will reach Chamje in three hours from the jeep ride to Besisahar. Here, we will settle in the cozy teahouse and stay for the overnight on this 15-day Annapurna Circuit Trek itinerary.

Length: 18 km or 11.2 miles

On this thrilling day 3 of the trekking to Annapurna circuit journey, the hiking will finally begin from Chamje to Dharapani. We will walk following the Marsyangdi Khola River with some uphill and downhill paths passing through hills, waterfalls, and many beautiful sceneries that will catch your attention with every step you take.

We will reach a village named “Taal” after a few hours of hiking that was created by an old landslide. This village is also referred to as the marking border for the beginning of the Manang district. Then, after another few hours of gentle trekking, we will reach Dharapani, where you will be welcomed with a cordial reception on this 15-day Annapurna circuit trek.

Length: 25 km or 15.5 miles

On day 4 of the 15-day Annapurna Circuit Trek itinerary, our next stop will be at Chame Village. We will immediately start our trek after mouth-devouring breakfast. Today also, we will hike following the Marsyangdi Khola River to the left, enjoying the panoramic views of the ice-capped Himalayas.

Then, we will arrive at Bagarchhap, a peaceful Bhote village that is also home to a Buddhist monastery. Afterward, we will traverse through oak and pine jungles, which will lead us toward Dabaque Village.

Next, we will cross a tiny wooden arch and ascend to the Tamang Village, which is at the base of Lamjung Himal. This walk will take seven to eight hours to reach Chame from Dharapani Village. We will spend the night at Chame on this trekking to Annapurna Circuit.

Length: 15 km or 9.3 miles

Today will be a great day for you as you are going to trek towards one of the popular spots of the 15-day Annapurna Circuit Trek itinerary. We will begin our beautiful day with a hearty breakfast. We will stroll through lush, alpine green vegetation by crossing the Marsyangdi Khola River via a hanging bridge.

Then we’ll trek uphill to the Paungda Danda, a gigantic rock straight facing the azure sky. We’ll stop for lunch at Dhukur Pokhari, where you may relax by the tranquil lake and take in the breathtaking views. Afterward, we will climb toward Upper Pisang, which sits at a height of 3300 meters, where you will spend the night in this trekking to Annapurna circuit itinerary.

Length: 19 km or 11.8 miles

Today we’ll be heading to Manang on this trekking to Annapurna Circuit trip. There are two routes from Upper Pisang that lead to Manang Village. But we will be taking a steeper trail through Ghyaru and Ngawal, where you will be showered with breathtaking mountain vistas. When you reach Ghyaru village, you will breathe the fresh mountain air and be welcomed with a warm reception.

Then, we proceed to walk toward the Ngawal, which is a great spot to enjoy the scenery of the Himalayas. We will reach Manang Village after walking for six to seven hours. This village is one of the biggest villages in the Annapurna region. Here, we will take our time to adjust our bodies and spend two nights on this 15-day Annapurna Circuit Trek itinerary.

Altitude of Manang: 3520 meters

On day 7 of trekking to Annapurna Circuit gateway, we will rest at Manang village for acclimatization, which is very essential to ensure a safe hiking journey. If you don’t want to sit idle, you can take on a short hike to nearby hills or explore this unique traditional village. You can find around five hundred stone flat-roofed homes, which makes this village more charming.

Moreover, you can soak in the beauty of magnificent sights of mountains such as Tilicho, the Grand Barrier to the west, Chulu West, Chulu East to the north, Annapurna II, Annapurna III, and Gangapurna to the south. Tonight, we stay one more night here enjoying the traditional cuisine to end the day on this 152-day Annapurna Circuit Trek.

Length: 10 km or 6.2 miles

Today, we are heading towards Yak Kharka, which takes about three to four hours on this trekking to Annapurna Circuit. We’ll walk past small villages, fields, jungles, and so on, following the Marsyangdi Khola River. We will cross many rivers via a suspension bridge.

After reaching the upper Marsyangdi Valley, you can see many lovely cascades and small charming settlements. When we reach Yak Kharka, you can witness the barren and rugged landscape with rocky cliffs. We will find a comfy teahouse for the night and have a good rest for tomorrow’s challenging day on this 15-day Annapurna Circuit Trek.

Length: 8.5 km or 5.3 miles

Hiking to Thorong Phedi can be difficult and strenuous, especially if you are a rookie hiker in this trekking to Annapurna Circuit. You will have to walk through mountainous terrain with difficult climbs and descents. So, you need to wear the right proper gear to make your hike comfortable while walking.

You will have two options for this day to stay the night: one is High Camp and another is Thorong Phedi. We will be going to High Camp for the overnight stay. It will take three to four hours depending upon the pace of your walk and the condition of the trail. High Camp offers the best panoramic vistas of several mountains that will make you forget all the pain during trekking on this 15-day Annapurna Circuit trek.

Length: 16 km or 9.9 miles

This is the most exciting day of our trekking to Annapurna Circuit itinerary since we will be traveling through the highest point on the trip, Thorong La Pass, at 5416 meters. We’ll get up early before sunrise and begin our journey with headlamps on. You have to walk carefully, following the direction of your guide, to make it through the difficult path.

After climbing for three to four hours, we will reach the summit of Thorong La Pass, where you can see the amazing surrounding peaks. You can take your time photographing the gorgeous moments with the signboard as a backdrop. Then, we will start the descent toward Muktinath Temple.

Even if we’re traveling downward, the path is still difficult, and you must exercise caution to avoid injury. After arriving in Muktinath, we will look into our lodge to sleep the night. You can sleep early and take a good rest after this challenging day on this 15-day Annapurna Circuit Trek.

We will start our day visiting the holy Muktinath temple surrounded by 108 stone water taps in this trekking to Annapurna Circuit itinerary. It is believed that if you bathe in that 108-stone water tap, all your sins will be washed away. Then, we will have breakfast and catch a local bus toward Tatopani.

The bus will drive through the barren hills to lush green forests, offering a nice change of pace. After arriving in Tatopani, we will settle in a teahouse to sleep the night. You can find natural hot springs in Tatopani, which are very soothing and relaxing by soaking in hot springs. This will recharge your body, making you more excited about this trekking to Annapurna Circuit package.

Length: 17 km or 10.6 miles

We will leave from Tatopani after having a tasty breakfast. We begin by walking on a flat trail, which will eventually lead to a difficult climb. On our trip to Ghorepani, we’ll pass through numerous settlements and farmlands. Then, we continue our trip through villages like Chitre and Phalate.

We then proceed hiking through rhododendron jungles. If you are in great luck, you can witness some wildlife while walking. The route to Ghorepani is very fun and peaceful. You can cherish the wide vistas of the surrounding ice-covered peaks. After seven to eight hours of trekking, we will reach the village of Ghorepani, where we will settle in for the overnight on this trekking to Annapurna circuit itinerary.

Length: 12 km or 7.5 miles

We will begin our beautiful day by waking up early and getting ready at Ghorepani Village before leaving for Poon Hill. However, we have to reach Poon Hill before sunrise in this trekking to Annapurna circuit itinerary. After reaching Poon Hill, you can view the sunrise painting the sky with golden light, making the landscape more colorful.

We will come back to Pokhara riding a jeep after that, passing through Birethanti and Nayapul. The rest of the day can be devoted to Pokhara with excursions to Phewa Lake, then immerse in the café culture, at the pubs, and of course other interesting places along with the tourists. Tonight, we will spend the night here in Pokhara in this trekking to Annapurna circuit cost.

Length: 200 kilometers drive

After breakfast in Pokhara, we will drive back to Kathmandu city, which will take seven to eight hours. This drive will also provide a scenic ride throughout the way to Kathmandu on this trekking to Annapurna circuit itinerary. Then, arriving in Kathmandu, we will transfer to your hotel to spend the overnight. You can also explore the nightlife in Thamel to conclude this amazing 15-day Annapurna Circuit trek.

Your trekking to Annapurna circuit package comes to an end today. We will drop you off at the airport with a final goodbye and wish you a safe flight. We hope this trip has inspired you to plan even bigger adventures in the future in Nepal. We look forward to meeting you again.