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Annapurna Circuit Trek Full Itinerary

12 DaysDuration
ModerateFitness Level
5,416mMax Altitude
2-12Group Size
Mar-May, Oct-NovBest Season

Itinerary Overview

A comprehensive guide to the classic Annapurna Circuit trek.

1
Arrival in Kathmandu
Day 1

Arrival in Kathmandu

Arrive and transfer to hotel, trek briefing in the evening.

Altitude: 1,350m
2
Drive to Chame
Day 2

Drive to Chame

Scenic drive along the Marsyangdi River to Chame, the district headquarters of Manang.

Altitude: 2,670mDuration: 7-8 hrsStay: TeahouseMeals: B/L/D
3
Trek to Pisang
Day 3

Trek to Pisang

Trek through pine forest with the first views of Annapurna II.

Altitude: 3,300mDuration: 5-6 hrsStay: TeahouseMeals: B/L/D
4
Trek to Manang
Day 4

Trek to Manang

Trek through the upper Manang valley with striking mountain panoramas.

Altitude: 3,540mDuration: 5-6 hrsStay: TeahouseMeals: B/L/D
5
Acclimatization in Manang
Day 5

Acclimatization in Manang

Rest day with an optional hike to Ice Lake or Gangapurna viewpoint.

Altitude: 3,540mDuration: 3-4 hrsStay: TeahouseMeals: B/L/D
6
Trek to Yak Kharka
Day 6

Trek to Yak Kharka

Gradual ascent through yak pastures.

Altitude: 4,020mDuration: 4-5 hrsStay: TeahouseMeals: B/L/D
7
Trek to Thorong Phedi
Day 7

Trek to Thorong Phedi

Short trek to the base of Thorong La Pass to prepare for the crossing.

Altitude: 4,450mDuration: 3-4 hrsStay: TeahouseMeals: B/L/D
8
Cross Thorong La Pass to Muktinath
Day 8

Cross Thorong La Pass to Muktinath

Early start to cross the pass (5,416m) and descend to the sacred temple town of Muktinath.

Altitude: 5,416mDuration: 7-9 hrsStay: TeahouseMeals: B/L/D
9
Drive to Marpha
Day 9

Drive to Marpha

Explore Muktinath, then drive through the Kali Gandaki gorge to Marpha, famous for apple orchards.

Altitude: 2,670mDuration: 4-5 hrsStay: TeahouseMeals: B/L/D
10
Drive to Pokhara
Day 10

Drive to Pokhara

Scenic drive back to Pokhara, free evening on Phewa Lake.

Altitude: 827mDuration: 5-6 hrsStay: HotelMeals: B
11
Sightseeing in Pokhara
Day 11

Sightseeing in Pokhara

Full day exploring Pokhara's lakes, caves and viewpoints.

Altitude: 827mDuration: Full dayStay: HotelMeals: B
12
Drive back to Kathmandu
Day 12

Drive back to Kathmandu

Return drive or flight to Kathmandu and farewell dinner.

Altitude: 1,350m
The itinerary can be customized according to your time, interest and availability.

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Number of Travelers

Adults (12+)
2
Children (5-11)
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Total$2,148

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