Short Annapurna Circuit Trek 15 Days

The first view of Nepal from the window of your plane could be a lifetime memorable view as the clear wide and white range of the Himalayas shine straight in front of your eyes. The ecstatic beauty is so rare that you won’t be able to blink your eyes. Welcome to Nepal; large heaven within this small planet Earth. As you step out of the airport our representative and a driver will receive you with a pleasant smiling welcome. Then, you will be escorted to the hotel and take complete care in processing your check-in into the hotel.

After breakfast the day will start with our guided trip to cultural world heritage sites in Kathmandu valley; the pilgrimage sites of Hindus temple Pashupatinath, the world's biggest Bouddhanath stupa, and visit Swyambhunath Stupa also known as monkey temple. After exploring the surrounding areas visit historical Kathmandu Durbar Square with a temple, unique architecture, and Kumari (living goddess). Evening pre-trip discussion and introduce our fellow trekking staff for your adventure trip. Overnight at Kathmandu hotel

After having breakfast, our guide will meet you at the hotel to drive to Besisahar. Recheck your luggage and be ready for a drive. Following the River Marshyangdi, you will reach Besisahar. On the way, you can explore the Green Mountain, a scattered village, and a refreshing landscape. Stay overnight at the local lodge.

From Besisahar, catching a local bus, you will start to drive on a bumpy road towards Chame. It is a small village of the Annapurna Region at an elevation of 1430 m. You can enjoy the waterfall that attracts both the locals and tourists. Stay overnight at the local lodge.

Today, you will have a steep walk through the dense forest into a narrower valley. Crossing the raging Himalayan River at two points 2,910m & 3,040m are absolute highlights of the trek. Just crossing a suspension bridge at 3040m, the stunning view of Rocky Hill Paungda Danda feasts catch by the eyes. Beyond here, the course connects towards Pisang on a steep trail. Pisang nestles between 3,200m and 3,300meters. Stay overnight at the local lodge.

After breakfast, you will walk through the arid & higher region of Manang. As you trek higher, the region affected is at the rain shadow of Annapurna comes into sight. Natives of this county flock yak most of the time of the year and cultivate crops for a very short period of the year. As you leave Pisang, you will tread along the northern via Ghyaru for better views of the Himalayan peaks throughout the trail that chases along the northern bank of the river. Now, you will arrive at Munchi. Beyond Munchi, the trail passes the charming and authentic village of Braga 3475m. The last push brings to Manang.

Starts a day with morning tea and explore the surrounding. Today, you will take a rest day. Hence, it is your time to use as you like. You can hike for a while to get familiarized with altitude. You can go nearby the Gangapurna glacier or visit the Manang village, Gompas, and cave exploring native people and culture. Spend overnight at Lodge.

Today, you will trek to a higher altitude. After a day's rest in Manang, you will not have an acclimatization issue. However, gaining 500 m height trekking along the gradual uphill climb is quite an adventure. As the trek begins, you will cross a stream, climbs to the village of Tenki, and continue to ascend the Marsyangdi Valley, turning northwest up the valley of Jarsang Khola. You will further pass the small village of Ghunsa and follow the trail through the meadows. Here, you can see the horses and yaks grazing. Crossing a wooden suspension bridge, you will encounter a series of mani walls, eventually, you reach Yak Kharka at 4,000m. Yak Kharka is the yak that grazes the land and hence signs of yak herders and thin vegetation can be seen there. Overnight at Yak Kharka.

Today, you will walk uphill to the Thorang Phedi. Walking for a while in an easy trail, you will cross a suspension bridge leading you towards Ledar village. Then, slightly ascend and passing through towering cliffs, you will reach Thorang Phedi. It is the last village before Thorang-la Pass. During the trial, you can click the views of Mt. Gudang, Thorang Peak, Mt. Syangang, and Mt. Khatungkan. Overnight in Thorang Phedi.

Here comes the most exciting and adventurous time as you are going to cross the world’s largest pass- The Thorong-la pass. Hence, today’s trek will be lengthy, you will starts trek early. Five hours of steep strenuous walk from the camp at Thorung Phedi brings you to the top of Thorung La Pass 5416m. The regular course to Thorung La Pass seems easy. However, a number of difficulties might encounter due to the elevation and snow. Getting up to the pass may be tough but the acme of the pass marked by revered chortens and colorful prayer flags will reward you with the most eye-catching views of the Himalayas that include Annapurna at its best.

After breakfast, we'll first descend through a desert-like trans-Himalayan landscape to the dramatic village of Jharkot (3500m), with its large chörten, a gompa, and atmospheric animist totems. The trail continues to Khingar (3400m) and then follows the road down steeply to the medieval-looking village of Kagbeni (2840m), situated at the confluence of Kali Gandaki and Jhang River, and stay there overnight.

You will descent through the Kali Gandaki Valley to Jomsom, the windy city & the home to the apple orchard of Nepal. Coming downhill, you always have to be cautious and not be excited to reach the destination. Spend overnight at the local lodge.

From the windy city, Jomsom and you will take a flight back to Pokhara. Leaving the tranquil isolation, as you land at Pokhara, you will be once again transferred to your hotel in the city. Rest of the time at your own.

While driving back to Kathmandu the 1st half of the trip is along the highway above Seti and Marsyandi Rivers and the latter half winds along Trisuli River. Green hills along the spiral roads, stopping in between for snacks (fish) are the trip highlights. Upon arriving at Kathmandu, you will be transferred to the hotel in the city.

Our tour officer will pick you up from your hotel three hours prior to your departure time. You will be escorted in a private vehicle to the airport for your final departure. Have a safe flight home.