Annapurna Circuit

The Annapurna Circuit is one of the world's classic treks. It'll take you from hot lowland foothills, paddy fields and bamboo forests up through high-alpine scenery above the treeline and into a high altitude desert. This is real adventure on Nepal’s finest trekking circuit! You will also pass many local people en route, providing a kaleidoscope of changing faces. All this adds to the enjoyment of this wonderful trek. This trip is popular with solo travellers and groups alike.

The Annapurna Circuit
After exploring the alleyways, Buddhist stupas and temples of Kathmandu, you drive over twisting mountain roads to Bandipur, from where you begin your trek. The trail passes many remote villages as you follow the Marsyandi River and you’ll be treated to incredible views of high peaks like Manaslu (8156m) and Hiunchuli(7893m). You climb steadily to Chame for your first views of the whole Annapurna range.

One of the classics
The Annapurna Circuit is one of the world’s classic routes to trek, taking walkers from hot lowland foothills of paddy fields and bamboo forests, up through high-alpine scenery above the treeline and into a high altitude desert. The variety of local people along the Annapurna route provides a kalaidoscope of changing faces, from Gurungs to Tibetans, all adding to the enjoyment of this wonderful trek.

Pisang to Pokhara
The gradual ascent via Pisang and Manang allows time for acclimatisation before the ascent to the highest point of the trek, the Thorung La Pass (5416m). Once over the pass you descend through Muktinath and Jomsom to pick up the trail alongside the holy Kali Gandaki River. Descending to Pokhara, you have free time to relax and reflect on an incredible trek.

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Itinerary / Highlights

Day 1 - Fly to Kathmandu

Day 2 - Arrive in Kathmandu

Day 3 - Kathmandu city tour

Day 4 - Bandipur, A Forgotten Village

Day 5-20 - Annapurna Circuit Trek

Day 21 - Pokhara

Day 22 - Return To Kathmandu

Day 23/24 - Trip ends