Nepal · Trekking

18-Day Annapurna Circuit Trek in Nepal via Thorong La Pass

18 Days Round trip from Kathmandu 44600 Moderate pace
Annapurna circuit trek

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Cross Thorong La Pass at 5,416 m on the Annapurna Circuit
  • 02 Trek through Lamjung, Manang, Mustang, and Myagdi
  • 03 Visit the sacred pilgrimage site of Muktinath
  • 04 Admire views of Manaslu, Annapurna I, Dhaulagiri, and Tilicho Peak
  • 05 Experience tea house accommodation throughout the trek

Enjoy an 18-day Annapurna Circuit Trek that attracts many travelers throughout the year. Experience the perfect blend of beautiful nature, culture, and adventure as you travel through Muktinath and other destinations in Nepal. Pass through the four regions of Lamjung, Manang, Mustang, and Myagdi, and spot magnificent mountain peaks including Manaslu, Annapurna I, Dhaulagiri, Annapurna II, III, and IV, Annapurna South, Tilicho Peak, Nilgiri, Mt. Fishtail, Lamjung Himal, Hiunchuli, and Tukuche Peak.

Pass through the four regions of Lamjung, Manang, Mustang, and Myagdi, and spot magnificent mountain peaks including Manaslu, Annapurna I, Dhaulagiri, Annapurna II, III, and IV, Annapurna South, Tilicho Peak, Nilgiri, Mt. Fishtail, Lamjung Himal, Hiunchuli, and Tukuche Peak.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 18 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Pokhara, Kathmandu, Chame, Pisang, Manang, Thorong La, Jomsom, Tatopani, Muktinath, Dharapani
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Kathmandu

  • Arrive in Kathmandu and transfer to the hotel.
  • Prepare for the trek.

Overnight in Kathmandu.

2
Day 02

Kathmandu to Bulbule by Bus

  • Head to Bulbule from Kathmandu by bus.

Overnight in Bulbule (840 m).

3
Day 03

Trek from Bulbule to Jagat

  • Trek from Bulbule to Jagat (1300 m).
4
Day 04

Trek from Jagat to Dharapani

  • Trek from Jagat to Dharapani (1860 m).
5
Day 05

Trek from Dharapani to Chame

  • Trek from Dharapani to Chame (2670 m).
6
Day 06

Trek from Chame to Pisang

  • Trek from Chame to Pisang (3300 m).
7
Day 07

Trek from Pisang to Manang via Upper Pisang

  • Trek from Pisang to Manang (3540 m) via Upper Pisang.
8
Day 08

Acclimatization Day in Manang

  • Enjoy an acclimatization day in Manang and explore the surrounding area.
9
Day 09

Trek from Manang to Ledar

  • Trek from Manang to Ledar (4200 m).
10
Day 10

Trek from Ledar to Thorong Phedi

  • Trek from Ledar to Thorong Phedi (4450 m).
11
Day 11

Cross Thorong La Pass to Muktinath

  • Trek from Thorong Phedi to Muktinath (3800 m) via Thorong La Pass (5416 m).
12
Day 12

Trek from Muktinath to Jomsom

  • Trek from Muktinath to Jomsom (2720 m).
13
Day 13

Trek from Jomsom to Kalopani

  • Trek from Jomsom to Kalopani (2530 m).
14
Day 14

Trek from Kalopani to Tatopani

  • Trek from Kalopani to Tatopani (1200 m).
15
Day 15

Travel from Tatopani to Beni by Bus

  • Travel from Tatopani to Beni (830 m) by bus.
16
Day 16

Travel from Beni to Pokhara by Bus

  • Travel from Beni to Pokhara (825 m) by bus.
17
Day 17

Pokhara to Kathmandu by Tourist Bus

  • Arrive in Kathmandu (1336 m) by tourist bus.
18
Day 18

Departure from Kathmandu

  • Depart for the international airport or stay in Kathmandu.
Thorong La Pass, Muktinath pilgrimage site, Manang valleys, Annapurna I vistas

Where this trip takes you

Thorong La Pass, Muktinath pilgrimage site, Manang valleys, Annapurna I vistas

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Kathmandu 44600 10 cities · 18 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Airport pickup and drop-off by private vehicle
  • TIMS Card (Trekkers Information Management System)
  • Three meals a day (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) with three cups of tea or coffee per day
  • Tea house accommodation during the trek
  • English-speaking guide
  • Porter service (1 porter between 2 people on a basic basis)
  • Accommodation, food, salary, and insurance for staff
  • Medical kit
  • Snickers chocolate for each person during the trek
  • Snacks such as Oreo cookies and peanut biscuits
  • Trip certificate
  • Annapurna Conservation Area trekking entry permits
  • Two nights' accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast
  • One night's accommodation in Pokhara with breakfast
  • Company duffel bag and T-shirt
  • Kathmandu to Besisahar by bus
  • Nayapul to Pokhara by private bus
  • Pokhara to Kathmandu by tourist bus

What's Not Included

  • Lunch and dinner during your stay in Kathmandu
  • Travel medical insurance and emergency evacuation costs
  • Nepal entry visa fee and international airfare
  • Personal equipment
  • Tips for the guide and porter (tipping is expected)
  • Any other expenses not mentioned in the price-included section
  • Personal expenses such as alcoholic beverages, hot showers, water bottles, cold drinks, hot water, battery charging, donations, etc.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Overland Trek Nepal, Chaksibari Marg, Kathmandu, Nepal
Tour start
Kathmandu 44600, Nepal
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 18 days finish where they began, in Kathmandu 44600.

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