Nepal · Trekking

16-Day Annapurna Circuit Trek from Kathmandu via Thorong La Pass

16 Days Round trip from Kathmandu 44600 Challenging pace
Annapurna Circuit Trek
Annapurna Circuit Trek

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Admire beautiful sunrise and sunset views of the Himalayas
  • 02 Cross Thorong La Pass at 5416m on the Annapurna Circuit
  • 03 Relax and acclimatise in Manang before the high pass crossing
  • 04 Trek through beautiful villages, waterfalls, and lush paddy fields
  • 05 Visit Muktinath and descend to Jomsom through dramatic mountain scenery

Experience Nepal's vast biodiversity and cultural heritage on the Annapurna Circuit Trek, following the gorge of the Marshyangdi River through lush paddy fields, innumerable tiny streams, waterfalls, beautiful villages, and rich flora and fauna. Along the way, take in the mind-blowing scenery of the Himalayas as you travel through changing landscapes and high mountain terrain. This 16-day trek combines rewarding trekking days with cultural immersion and unforgettable Himalayan views.

Experience Nepal's vast biodiversity and cultural heritage on the Annapurna Circuit Trek, following the gorge of the Marshyangdi River through lush paddy fields, innumerable tiny streams, waterfalls, beautiful villages, and rich flora and fauna.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 16 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Challenging
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Pokhara, Kathmandu, Besisahar, Chame, Pisang, Manang, Thorong La, Jomsom, Bahundanda, Muktinath, Dharapani
Languages English, Hindi, Malay, Nepali

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Kathmandu

  • Arrive at Kathmandu International Airport and transfer to your hotel.

2
Day 02

Drive to Beshishahar

  • Drive from Kathmandu to Beshishahar (823m) for about 6 hours. (B, L, D)

3
Day 03

Trek to Bahundanda

  • Trek from Beshishahar to Bahundanda (1310m) for 5 hours. (B, L, D)

4
Day 04

Trek to Chamje

  • Trek from Bahundanda to Chamje (1390m) for about 5 1/2 hours. (B, L, D)

5
Day 05

Trek to Dharapani

  • Trek from Chamje to Dharapani (1860m) for about 6 hours. (B, L, D)

6
Day 06

Trek to Chame

  • Trek from Dharapani to Chame (2615m) for 6 1/2 hours. (B, L, D)

7
Day 07

Trek to Pisang

  • Trek from Chame to Pisang (3133m) for about 6 hours. (B, L, D)

8
Day 08

Trek to Manang

  • Trek from Pisang to Manang (3500m) for 5 1/2 hours. (B, L, D)

9
Day 09

Rest and Acclimatisation in Manang

  • Rest day at Manang and spend time in and around the town.

  • This is an important rest and acclimatisation day before crossing Thorung La.

10
Day 10

Trek to Latdar

  • Trek from Manang to Latdar (4176m) for about 5 1/2 hours. (B, L, D)

11
Day 11

Trek to Thorung Phedi

  • Trek from Latdar to Thorung Phedi (4404m) for 5 1/2 hours. (B, L, D)

12
Day 12

Cross Thorong La Pass to Muktinath

  • Trek from Thorung Phedi to Muktinath (3800m), crossing Thorong La Pass (5416m), for about 7 hours. (B, L, D)

13
Day 13

Trek down to Jomsom

  • Trek down from Muktinath to Jomsom (2710m) for 5 hours. (B, L, D)

14
Day 14

Fly to Pokhara

  • Flight to Pokhara. (B)

15
Day 15

Drive to Kathmandu

  • Drive to Kathmandu in about 7 hours. (B)

16
Day 16

Departure from Kathmandu

  • Final departure to the airport for your journey home. (B)

Marshyangdi River gorge, Manang highlands, Thorong La Pass, Muktinath

Where this trip takes you

Marshyangdi River gorge, Manang highlands, Thorong La Pass, Muktinath

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Kathmandu 44600 11 cities · 16 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Kathmandu to Pokhara to Kathmandu by tourist coach

  • Pokhara hotel accommodation on a bed and breakfast basis

  • All land transfers as per the given itinerary

  • Annapurna Conservation Area Project entry permit fees

  • Trekkers Information Management System (TIMS) fees

  • Accommodation and 3 meals a day during the trek

  • Fully escorted trek with a fluent English-speaking, licensed trekking guide and necessary porter

  • All program according to the itinerary on a full-board basis

  • Wages, equipment, insurance, and other facilities for staff

What's Not Included

  • Kathmandu/Pokhara hotel lunch and dinner

  • Travel insurance and medical evacuation in case of emergency

  • Personal spending money, all bar bills, items of a personal nature, soft and hard drinks, hot water, tips, etc.

  • Unforeseen expenses due to strikes (bandh), roadblocks, etc.

Know before you go

  • Annapurna Circuit Trekking is one of the most famous and best treks in the world to experience the vast biodiversity and cultural heritage of Nepal.

  • The trek follows the gorge of the Marshyangdi River through lush paddy fields, innumerable tiny streams, waterfalls, beautiful villages, flora, fauna, and above all, the mind-blowing scenery of the Himalayas: Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Machhapuchhre, Manaslu, Gangapurna, and Tilicho peaks.

  • There are four regions crossed on the trek: Lamjung, Manang, Mustang, and Myagdi.

Logistics

Meeting & route

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

Your 16 days finish where they began, in Kathmandu 44600.

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