Itinerary
- Day 1
Kathmandu
You'll get picked up at Tribhuvan International Airport and driven to your hotel in Kathmandu, which takes about 30 minutes. After you drop your bags and settle in, there's time to rest or stop by the Nepal Guide Treks office if you want to get oriented. That evening, the tour operator hosts a welcome dinner to kick things off.
- Start point
- Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal (Aryatara Kathmandu Hotel, 07:00 - 08:00)
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Welcome dinner)
Included Activities
- Welcome dinner
Optional Activities
- Visit Nepal Guide Treks office for trip information
- Day 2
Kathmandu
This day focuses on UNESCO World Heritage sites around Kathmandu Valley. You'll check out 3-4 selected locations and handle all the paperwork needed for the Chulu East Peak climb. Since there's too much to see in one day, you'll pick which sites appeal to you most before heading out.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Sightseeing of UNESCO World Heritage sites in Kathmandu Valley
- Complete paperwork and preparations for Chulu East Peak Climbing
- Day 3
Kathmandu to Chamje
An 8-9 hour drive takes you from Kathmandu toward the mountains. The route follows the scenic Trishuli River through Dumre, then shifts to the Marsyangdi River valley. You'll wind through mountain roads, pass through Besisahar, and arrive at Chamje where your trek actually begins.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Drive from Kathmandu to Chamje
Landmarks/POIs Trishuli River Marsyangdi River - Day 4
Chamje to Dharapani
Your first trekking day covers 5-6 hours starting from Chamje. You cross a suspension bridge early on, then climb through dense rhododendron forests and past terraced fields. The trail takes you through Sattale to Tal village, marking your entry into Manang district. After another suspension bridge crossing, you head uphill through Karte village and finish at Dharapani, a Gurung settlement.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Chamje to Dharapani
Landmarks/POIs Tal Manang District 
- Day 5
Dharapani to Chame
Today's 5-6 hour trek from Dharapani takes you through an area affected by past landslides. Along the way, you'll pass a village school where local kids often come out to say hello. The trail climbs through forest toward Bagarchhap, which has a distinctive Tibetan feel. From there, you walk the river's left bank to Koto and then reach Chame, Manang's main administrative hub with shops and places to eat.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Dharapani to Chame
Landmarks/POIs Bagarchhap - Day 6
Chame to Pisang
You'll trek 5-6 hours heading west from Chame along the river. A suspension bridge crossing leads to Dhukur Pokhari, where the landscape opens up and snow-capped peaks come into clear view. Continuing on, you reach Pisang with nice views of Pisang Peak and Annapurna II rising above the valley.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Chame to Pisang
Landmarks/POIs Pisang Peak Annapurna II - Day 7
Pisang to Yak Kharka
This 5-6 hour trek follows a relatively straightforward path through thinner pine and juniper forests toward Humde village. After a brief stop, the trail continues toward Julu Khola and finishes at Yak Kharka, a solid camping location. Throughout the day, Pisang Peak and the Annapurna range stay visible in the distance.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Pisang to Yak Kharka
Landmarks/POIs Humde - Day 8
Yak Kharka to Base Camp
A short but tough 4-5 hour day as you climb steeply toward base camp at 5,140 meters. The trail starts with a gradual climb then gets significantly steeper. Taking frequent breaks helps you manage the effort. When you arrive, your Sherpa team sets up camp and gets gear ready for the higher altitude pushes ahead.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Yak Kharka to Base Camp at 5,140 meters
- Day 9
Base Camp Acclimatization
You stay put at base camp above 5,000 meters to let your body adjust to the altitude. This rest day is really important for preventing altitude sickness before your summit attempt. Your guides can recommend some lighter hikes in the area if you want to move around and help your acclimatization process.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Rest and acclimatization at Base Camp
- Optional acclimatization hikes
- Day 10
Base Camp to High Camp
After resting, you trek 3-4 hours up steep snow slopes to establish high camp. The route is often snow-covered and icy, so you'll need crampons the whole way. The Annapurna ranges including Pisang Peak, Chulu West, and Chulu Far East provide incredible views. Before settling in, your Sherpa crew checks all climbing equipment and makes sure everything's ready for tomorrow.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Base Camp to High Camp
- Climbing gear check
Landmarks/POIs Chulu West Chulu Far East 
- Day 11
Chulu East Peak Summit
Summit day arrives. You start early in full climbing gear after proper acclimatization, aiming to reach the 6,584-meter peak before midday when afternoon winds pick up and make things difficult. Your experienced guide leads you through technical sections. From the top, you see Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Manaslu, Gangapurna, Pisang Peak, Chulu West and other surrounding peaks spread out below. After spending time taking in the views, you descend back to base camp.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Summit climb of Chulu East Peak (6,584 meters)
- Descent to Base Camp
Landmarks/POIs Chulu East Peak Annapurna Dhaulagiri Manaslu Gangapurna - Day 12
Base Camp to Ledar
Following breakfast at base camp, your return trek begins with 5-6 hours of walking. You gradually descend through alpine vegetation, cross open fields and summer grazing areas, and arrive at Ledar for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Base Camp to Ledar
- Day 13
Ledar to Thorong Phedi
A 4-5 hour downhill trek from Ledar takes you toward a wooden bridge crossing Kone Khola. After crossing, there's a bit of uphill walking, then the trail becomes pleasant and relaxed toward Thorong Phedi. This spot has plenty of teahouses and services for your overnight stay.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Ledar to Thorong Phedi
- Day 14
Thorong Phedi to Muktinath
Start before dawn for the tough 7-8 hour crossing of Thorong La Pass at 5,416 meters. The climb goes steeply toward a watercourse, through a large gully carved by snowmelt from Thorong Peak, across rolling moraine terrain to the pass. From the top, you get great views of the Annapurna ranges to the south and Mukut Himal to the west. The descent is steep down to grassy meadows and Muktinath, a significant pilgrimage site for both Hindus and Buddhists.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Thorong Phedi to Muktinath via Thorong La Pass
Landmarks/POIs Thorong La Pass Muktinath - Day 15
Muktinath to Jomsom
Your final trekking day runs 5-6 hours from Muktinath to Jomsom. Rather than using the motor road, you follow a small irrigation stream toward Jharkot village, then continue to Khingar before taking the road route into Jomsom, Mustang's main administrative center. That evening, you celebrate finishing the Chulu East Peak climb.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Muktinath to Jomsom
- Celebrate successful completion of the trip
Landmarks/POIs Jharkot Jomsom - Day 16
Jomsom to Pokhara
After breakfast, you catch a scenic 25-minute flight to Pokhara. Once you land, a transfer takes you to your hotel where you can rest or wander around the city. If you feel like it, optional activities include boating on Fewa Lake or visiting some of the sacred sites around town.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Scenic flight from Jomsom to Pokhara
Optional Activities
- Boating at Fewa Lake
- Visit sacred places in Pokhara
- Sightseeing around Pokhara
Landmarks/POIs Fewa Lake - Day 17
Pokhara to Kathmandu
A 4-5 hour drive connects Pokhara back to Kathmandu. Once you arrive, there's time to rest at your hotel or check out the busy shopping streets in Thamel. That evening, you get together for a farewell dinner celebrating your successful Chulu East Peak climb.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Farewell dinner)
Included Activities
- Farewell dinner
Optional Activities
- Walk around Thamel shopping district
Landmarks/POIs Thamel - Day 18
Kathmandu Departure
Your tour representative will take you to Tribhuvan International Airport according to your flight departure time.
- Meals
- Breakfast
