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Annapurna Round: Experience the Full Circuit
The Annapurna Circuit is one of the world’s premier treks, showcasing Nepal’s remarkable cultural and geographic diversity. You’ll pass through Hindu and Buddhist villages, hike across varied climate zones, and encounter dramatic natural wonders like the Kali Gandaki Gorge. Highlights include witnessing the mighty Annapurna massif, relaxing in natural hot springs, and experiencing the region’s vibrant local communities. This challenging high-altitude trek reaches 5,416m at the Thorong La pass, making it a truly unforgettable Himalayan adventure.
Trip Duration
12 Days
Max. Altitude
5385m
Difficulty
Challenging
Itinerary for the Trek
Day 1
Arrival in Kathmandu
- Drive to hotel from airport
- Maximum Altitude of 1350m
Day 2
Drive from Kathmandu to Besi Shahar
- 5 to 6 hours drive
- Maximum Altitude of 760m
Day 3
Drive from Besi Shahar to Chame
- 5 to 6 hours drive
- Maximum Altitude of 2710m
Day 4
Trek from Chame to Pisang
- 4 to 5 hours trek
- Maximum Altitude of 3300m
Day 5
Trek from Pisang to Manang
- 4 to 5 hours trek
- Maximum Altitude of 3519m
Day 6
Acclimatization in Manang
- Full day
- Maximum Altitude of 3519m
Day 7
Trek from Manang to Yak Kharka
- 4 hours trek
- Maximum Altitude of 4110m
Day 8
Trek from Kharka to Thorong Phedi
- 4 to 5 hours trek
- Maximum Altitude of 4600m
Day 9
Trek from Throng Phedi to Muktinath
- 7 to 8 hours trek
- Maximum Altitude of 5416m
Day 10
Drive from Tatopani to Pokhara
- 5 to 6 hours drive
- Maximum Altitude of 827m
Day 11
Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu
- 6 to 7 hours
- Maximum altitude of 1350m
Day 12
Final departure from Kathmandu
- Drive to airport
- Or, continue your private itinerary
Highlights of the Trip
- Cross Thorong La, one of the highest mountain passes in the world
- The world’s deepest canyon: the Kali Gandaki Gorge
- Beautiful Tibetan-styled villages of Manang and Kagbeni
- Sacred Hindu and Buddhist shrines at Muktinath
- Relaxing natural hot springs at Tatopani and the end of the trail