Day 01
Arrival in Kathmandu
- Arrive at Kathmandu Airport (1400m).
- Transfer to the hotel.
Overnight at a 3-star hotel.
Nepal · Trekking
18-Day Dhaulagiri Circuit Trek from Kathmandu via French Pass
The journey
Trip highlights
- 01 Trek through the majestic Dhaulagiri range with views of peaks above 7000m
- 02 Pass through Magar villages and explore their culture and lifestyle
- 03 Cross Italian Base Camp, Japanese Base Camp, and Dhaulagiri Base Camp
- 04 Traverse French Pass at 5360m and Dhampus Pass at 5244m
- 05 Reach Hidden Valley and continue to Jomsom via Marpha
Enjoy an 18-day Dhaulagiri Circuit Trek from Kathmandu, following a spectacular route through Pokhara and Darbang into the heart of the Dhaulagiri range. Experience splendid views of beautiful and majestic Dhaulagiri and other mountain peaks above 7000m, while trekking through Magar villages and exploring their culture and lifestyle. The journey crosses Italian Base Camp, Japanese Base Camp, and Dhaulagiri Base Camp before continuing over French Pass and Dhampus Pass to Jomsom.
The journey crosses Italian Base Camp, Japanese Base Camp, and Dhaulagiri Base Camp before continuing over French Pass and Dhampus Pass to Jomsom.
From the itinerary
At a glance
What this trip includes
Duration
18 Days
Tour type
Private
Activity level
Challenging
Accommodation
Included · Standard
Transport
Included
Wheelchair access
No
Cities
Pokhara, Kathmandu, Dhaulagiri, Yak Kharka, Jomsom, Bagarchhap
Languages
English
Day by day
The itinerary
Day 02
Kathmandu Valley Exploration and Trek Briefing
- Explore Kathmandu Valley and prepare for the trek.
- Meet your guide and receive a briefing about the trek.
- Enjoy a welcome dinner in a typical Nepali restaurant.
Day 03
Fly to Pokhara and Drive to Darbang
- Fly from Kathmandu to Pokhara.
- Drive to Darbang.
1110m/6-7 hours
Day 04
Trek from Darbang to Sibang
- Trek from Darbang to Sibang.
1780m/6-7 hours
Day 05
Trek from Sibang to Naura
- Trek from Sibang to Naura.
1570m/4-5 hours or Bagar 2080m/7-8 hours
Day 06
Trek to Dobhan
- Trek from Naura or Bagar to Dobhan.
2520m/5-7 hours.
Day 07
Trek to Italian Base Camp
- Trek from Dobhan to Italian Base Camp.
3660m/7-8 hours
Day 08
Acclimatization at Italian Base Camp
- Enjoy an acclimatization day and explore the nearby places, or relax at the base.
Day 09
Trek to Japanese Base Camp
- Trek from Italian Base Camp to Japanese Base Camp.
3890m/4-5 hours
Day 10
Trek to Dhaulagiri Base Camp
- Trek from Japanese Base Camp to Dhaulagiri Base Camp.
4748m/4-5 hours
Day 11
Acclimatization at Dhaulagiri Base Camp
- Enjoy an acclimatization day and explore the nearby places, or relax at the base.
Day 12
Cross French Pass to Hidden Valley
- Trek from Dhaulagiri Base Camp to Hidden Valley (5140m) via French Pass 5360m.
Day 13
Reserve Day for Weather
- Relax on this day in case of bad weather.
Day 14
Cross Dhampus Pass to Yak Kharka
- Trek from Hidden Valley to Yak Kharka via Dhampus Pass (5244m).
Day 15
Trek to Jomsom via Marpha
- Trek from Yak Kharka to Jomsom via Marpha.
Day 16
Fly from Jomsom to Pokhara
- Fly from Jomsom to Pokhara and transfer to the hotel.
Day 17
Return to Kathmandu by Tourist Bus
- Travel from Pokhara to Kathmandu by tourist bus, then transfer to the hotel.
Day 18
Final Departure from Kathmandu
- Head to the International Airport or stay in Kathmandu.
The route
Where you'll travel
The fine print
Trip details
What's Included
- Airport pick-up and drop-off by private vehicle
- 2 nights' accommodation in Kathmandu in a standard hotel with breakfast (twin-sharing basis)
- One night's accommodation in Pokhara
- All necessary trekking permits, such as Annapurna Conservation Area and TIMS Card
- 3 meals a day - breakfast, lunch, and dinner - during the trekking period
- All accommodation in the mountains
- Porter service (1 porter between 2 persons basis)
- Snacks such as Oreo cookies and peanut biscuits
- Snickers chocolate for each person during the trek
- Flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara with airport tax, then drive from Pokhara to Darbang
- Pokhara to Kathmandu by tourist bus
- All ground transport during trekking
- Government-registered, first-aid and eco-trained English-speaking professional local guide with medical kit
- Staff insurance, well-paid salary, meals, accommodation, equipment, transportation, etc.
- Rescue arrangement if needed
- Agency service charge and government tax/VAT
What's Not Included
- Lunch and dinner during your stay in Kathmandu
- Travel medical insurance and emergency evacuation cost
- Nepal entry visa fee and international airfare
- Personal equipment
- Tips for guide and porter (tipping is expected)
- Personal expenses such as alcoholic beverages, hot shower, water bottle, cold drinks, hot water, battery charge, donation, etc.
- Any other expenses which are not mentioned in the price-included section
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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