The entire classic Circuit Trek through the Annapurna Mountains would take 16-Days to complete, but it is conveniently broken down into many varied routes, which you can be completed in less than 16 days too. The difficulty of the trek is determined by its ups and downs trails, tiresome and continuous accent, so if you are not prepared to be a trek for days on end, then select a shorter version with fewer days for your comfort.

About the trip:

Discover an extraordinary trekking Destination on 16-Days Annapurna circuit Trek operated by Create Himalaya Adventure. The trip is still renowned as the best trekking route having both cultural and environmental diversity. While crossing thorong-La pass you will discover some landscape landmarks like prayer flags, Damodar Himal north of Annapurna Himal. With breathtaking valleys and fascinating peaks, the views on the trek are simply unbeatable. But unlike many other hikes in Nepal, Annapurna Circuit Trek also offers some dramatic change in landscape, culture, and tradition of local people, and climate and wildlife spotting opportunities.

Beginning of Annapurna Circuit:

Annapurna Circuit Trek begins from a small village Syange 1100m, following the trail to Tal and the district headquarter of Manang Chame. Continuing the trek to Pisang where lies a beautiful Monastery, we follow the alternative trekking trail through Ghyaru and Nagwal, which seems very remote village but the view of Annapurna II, Annapurna III, Gangapurna and similar peaks are Mind Blowing. Continue your trip to Manang Village it's big like a small city. Normally people take one extra day in Manang for acclimatizing. This day you may take a side trip to Ice Lake, Milarepa cave, 100 years Gumpa, Gangapurna lake, etc.

After Manang Turn Right way to Yak Kharka and Thorong Phedi, if you turn left, there is a way to go to Tilicho Base Camp. After reaching Thorong Phedi cross World Highest Pass Throng-la 5416m. wake up early in the morning to cross the Thorong-la before getting strong windy.

Thorong La pass is known for Sunrise and Panoramic viewpoint. While you passed steeply down to Muktinath, a holy place for Hindu and Buddhist pilgrims. After Muktinath trek down to Jomsom through an Alternative trail Jhong(Touch the Mustang area). a small city, which headquarters of Mustang District. The trek ends with your Trans-Himalaya flight from Jomsom (2670m) to Pokhara 820m.

Additional Feature:

During this trip, Create Himalaya Adventure will provide a professional licensed guide, and travel on a comfortable tourist vehicle or a private coach as per mentioned in the package. During the transfer from one city to another or area, you can have a comfortable journey in grounded transportation or airfare as per the itinerary. You can customize the Annapurna Circuit trek as per the request. Accommodation in Kathmandu and Pokhara will be at 3-star categories hotels and teahouses available on the trip. You can purchase authentic souvenirs, including handicrafts, local stuff, carvings, and Thangkas (traditional painting in Kathmandu) during this trip.

Major Highlights of a trip

→ Scenic Himalaya Highway Drive
→ Enter Gurung communities, Mostly Hindu and Buddhist Religion
→ Chame Village(District Headquarter of Manang)
→ An Excellent view of Gangapurna Lake, Ice Lake, Milarepa Cave
→ Thorong-La pass 5416m, (World Highest Pass).
→ Muktinath Temple for Hindu and Buddhist pilgrims
→ Kagbeni Village, Jomsom Airport
→ Trans Himalaya Flight to Pokhara

Outline Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1333m)
Day 02: Full Day sightseeing in Kathmandu and Trek Preparation
Day 03: Kathmandu to Syange (1100m) 8-9 hrs drive
Day 04: Syange to Tal (1700m) 5-6 hrs walk
Day 05: Tal to Thanchok (2500m) 5-6 hrs walk
Day 06: Thanchok to Pisang (3200m) 6-7 hrs walk
Day 07: Pisang to Nagwal (3600m) 4-5 hrs walk
Day 08: Nagwal to Manang (3540m) 4-5 hrs walk
Day 09: Exploration day in Manang
Day 10: Manang to Yak Kharka (4018m) 4-5 hrs walk
Day 11: Yak Kharka to Thorang Phedi (4450m) 3-4 hrs walk
Day 12: Thorang Phedi-Thorung La to Muktinath (3760m) 9-10 hrs walk
Day 13: Muktinath trek to Jomsom (2670m) via Jhong Village 7-8 hrs walk
Day 14: Jomsom to Pokhara (820m) 30 min. flight
Day 15: Pokhara to Kathmandu (1333m) 7-8 hrs drive
Day 16: Final Departure

Included in the Cost

• Airport pickups and drops in a private vehicle
• Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast
• Teahouse accommodation during the trek
• All meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) during the trek
• Welcome and Farewell Dinner
• All ground transportation on a comfortable private vehicle as per the itinerary
• Domestic Airfare Jomsom-Pokhara
• An experienced, English-speaking and government-licensed trek leader
• Every 2 Trekker 1 carrier
• Staff costs including their salary, insurance, equipment, food, and accommodation
• Down jacket and sleeping bag (to be returned after trip completion)
• Create Himalaya’s t-shirt and trekking map are yours to take
• All necessary paperwork and trekking permits (National Park Permit, TIMS)
• Medical kit (carried by your trek leader)
• All government and local taxes

When is the Best season for trekking in Annapurna Circuit?

Winter

December to February are the coldest months to trek, with the shortest days and the fewest people. There is often a lot of snow on the ground, especially above Chame, and getting to Destination can sometimes be very difficult or impossible. Many of the higher villages are abandoned for the winter.

Spring

March, April, and May are some of the busier months and for good reason. The days are getting warmer, the weather is mostly stable and the climbing season is in full swing. It really is an amazing sight from, Pisang, Manang, World Largest Pass (Throng-La 5416m), Muktinath. In the lower valleys, the flowers are blooming on the Rhododendrons and the terraced fields turn green with new shoots of vegetables.

Summer

From June to August the summer monsoons bring rain and snow. There are fewer visitors during these months, although some of the most beautiful, warm, blue-sky days occur now. Usually, by the afternoon, there is a rainstorm or snow higher up.

Autumn

This is the most popular time to visit the Annapurna Area. September through November is a time of steady weather patterns, less precipitation, and cleaner air. The lodges are full and everyone is friendly. If you enjoy meeting new friends, want the best chance for great weather and don’t mind an empty, this is the best trekking season.

Tour Note

Your safety is of paramount concern while traveling with Create Himalaya Adventure. Please note that your leader has the authority to amend or cancel any part of the itinerary if it is deemed necessary due to safety concerns. Every effort will be made to keep to the above itinerary. However, this adventure entails traveling in remote mountainous regions, we cannot guarantee that we will not deviate from it. Weather, the health condition of a group member, unexpected natural disasters, etc., can all contribute to changes in the itinerary. The leader will try to ensure that the trip runs according to plan, but please be prepared to be flexible if required.

Day 1 : Arrival in Kathmandu (1333m)
Description : Arrival in the Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu With the views of snow-capped mountain peaks sprawling down below you are almost delighted, beginning a whole chain of memorable experiences that stay with you for a long, long time. we will be greeted by a representative from Create Himalaya Adventure who will drop you off at the hotel. After checking in, you take a rest or visit Create Himalaya Adventure’s office. In the evening, there will be a welcome dinner hosted by Create Himalaya Adventure, you will be briefed about your daily activities.
Stay Overnight at Hotel in Kathmandu
Included Meal: Welcome Dinner


Day 2 : Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing and Trek Preparation
Description : After breakfast, you begin your sightseeing tour by visiting UNESCO World Heritage Sites within Kathmandu.
Kathmandu Durbar Square:-
Kathmandu Durbar Square showcases Nepalese art and architecture at its best. The architecture is typical of the Malla dynasty who ruled over Nepal from the 12th to the 18th century.
Swyambhunath:-
Swyambhunath Temple is popular among foreigners as the Monkey Temple owing to the large monkey population residing in the area.
Pasupatinath:-
Pasupatinath Temple is situated on the banks of the Bagmati River and is one of the principal temples of Lord Shiva.
Boudhanath Stupa:-
The Boudhanath Stupa is one of the largest stupa's in South Asia. Meet your Guide at our office Create Himalaya Adventure and Prepare for Adventure
Stay Overnight at Hotel in Kathmandu
Included meal: Breakfast


Day 3 : Kathmandu to syange (1100m) 8-9 hrs drive
Description : You leave in the morning for about 8 hours of scenic bus drive to Syange. It's a blacktopped and bumpy road which takes us to Syange. You might need to change the bus at Besisahar depending on the road condition.
Stay Overnight at Teahouse in Syange
Included Meal: Breakfast Lunch Dinner


Day 4 : Syange to Tal (1700m) 5-6 hrs walk
Description : After breakfast, we continue our trek following the dusty road for about 2 hours to Chamje and after crossing over the bridge we head uphill walking following the trekking trail to Tal. Enjoy the natural waterfall.
Stay Overnight at Teahouse in Tal
Included Meal: Breakfast Lunch Dinner


Day 5 : Tal to Thanchok (2500m) 5-6 hrs walk
Description : We continue our trekking trail after breakfast for about an hour and we hit the dusty road again for about two hours to Danaque. On the way, we could see the view of Mt. Manaslu. After Danaque we avoid the dusty road and walk steep uphill through the forest to Timang for about 1 hrs from where we could have a nice view over the mountain. After having lunch we follow the road again to Thanchok. Thanchok is a big Gurung village and we could also see nice mountain view from here.
Stay Overnight at Teahouse in Thanchok
Included Meal: Breakfast Lunch Dinner


Day 6 : Thanchok to Pisang (3200m) 6-7 hrs walk
Description : We follow the road again throw the pine trees all the way to Chame. Chame, the administrative center of the Manang district. It is a large village packed with small shops and tea-houses, an army post and a large school. From here we follow the Marshyangdi river all the way to Pisang from where you could have a nice view of Mountain. You could enjoy the Buddhist cultural here.
Stay Overnight at Teahouse in Pisang
Included Meal: Breakfast Lunch Dinner


Day 7 : Pisang to Nagwal (3600m) 4-5 hrs walk
Description : After breakfast, we head uphill to upper Pisang where you could see the nice monastery and a super view of Mt. Annapurna II and III, Gangapurna, Lamjung Himal and others. After here we continue our trek throw pipe forest and climb steep uphill for about an hour to Ghyaru and level walk from here takes us to Nagwal. Nagwal is a big village with lots of mane wall. Nice view of the mountain could be seen from here as well.
Stay Overnight at Teahouse in Nagwal
Included Meal: Breakfast Lunch Dinner


Day 8 : Nawal to Manang (3540m) 4-5 hrs walk
Description : Your day starts with a downhill walk for about an hour and level walk through pine forest and pasture field which takes us to Braga where we meet the road again and follow the road all the way to Manang where you see colorful Chortens, monasteries, Tibetan style house, culture, and landscape. Perfect mountain view could be seen from here.
Stay Overnight at Teahouse in manang
Included Meal: Breakfast Lunch Dinner


Day 9 : An acclimatization day in Manang
Description : Today is an acclimatization day, to rest and let your body adjust. If you feel good you have many options for exploring - a visit to the 'Hundred Rupee Lama' at the cave gompa above Manang, a short hike to Milarepa's cave across the river from Braga, the HRA talk, or a tour of Manang's many bakeries.
Stay Overnight at Teahouse in Manang
Included meal: Breakfast Lunch Dinner


Day 10 : Manang to yak kharka (4018m) 4-5 hrs walk
Description : Start your day with an uphill walk for about one and half hour looking over mountains especially, Mt. Tilicho which could be seen very closer and chances to see lots of blue sheep. We cross over the river again and follow toward Yak Kharka. Nice mountain view could been seen from here as well.
Stay Overnight at Teahouse in Yak kharka
Included Meal: Breakfast Lunch Dinner


Day 11 : yak kharka to Thorang Phedi (4450m) 3-4 hrs walk
Description : Today you have an easy two or three-hour walk up to the lodge at Thorung Phedi where you will have lunch and stay overnight there getting to bed early for your early morning start the next day; the big pass day.
Stay Overnight at Teahouse in Thorang Phedi
Included Meal: Breakfast Lunch Dinner


Day 12 : Thorang phedi to Thorung-La to Muktinath (3760m) 9-10 hrs walk
Description : Today you hit the trail early for about 5-hour walk to the top of the Thorung-La at 5416m. From where you could see surrounding peaks as well as some part of Mustang. The descent is almost as demanding as the ascent to the top of the pass, with a steep rough trail down to Muktinath. Muktinath is an important pilgrimage site for Buddhists and Hindus, sacred for its auspicious combination of earth, fire and water.
Stay Overnight at Teahouse in Muktinath
Included meal: Breakfast Lunch Dinner


Day 13 : Muktinath to Jomsom (2670m) Jhong Village 7-8 hrs Walk
Description : Jomsom is a Headquarter of the Mustang District. This Morning After Breakfast you have an Alternative trail to Jomsom via jhong Village, which is a part of the Mustang area. About 5 hours to reach Kagbeni Village through Jhong. After Lunch at Kagbeni Village trek continues to Jomsom. The Kali Gandaki valley gets very windy in the afternoons so it's a good idea to keep moving on the trail.
Overnight at Teahouse in Jomsom
Included Meal: Breakfast Lunch Dinner


Day 14 : Jomsom to Pokhara (820m) 30 minute flight
Description : Early morning we take an aircraft to Pokhara from Jomsom with the white snow-capped mountain. the flight depends with weathers we cannot guarantee your flight in the meantime.
Stay Overnight at Hotel in Pokhara
Included meal: Breakfast


Day 15 : pokhara Drive to Kathmandu (1333m) 7-8 hrs drive
Description : Early morning we take a taxi to the tourist bus park and take a luxury tourist bus to Kathmandu. The bus stops for Breakfast 30 min.and lunch 30 min. you may also order Private car to return Kathmandu or can order flight ticket to Kathmandu.
Stay Overnight at Hotel in Kathmandu
Included Meal: Breakfast and Farewell Dinner


Day 16 : Final Departure
Description : Last day in Nepal, the land of Himalayan wonders as per your international flight time our staff will transfer you to the airport for your flight homeward bound or to respective destination with wonderful experience.
Included Meal: Breakfast

Hotel in Kathmandu, Pokhara / Teahouse in Trekking

Breakfast in Kathmandu, Pokhara / Full Board in Trekking