Itinerary
- Day 1
Kathmandu
You'll land in Kathmandu and get picked up from the airport for a ride to your hotel. The afternoon is yours to rest up after traveling.
- Day 2
Kathmandu
After breakfast, you'll take a guided tour through Swoyambhunath Stupa and Kathmandu Durbar Square. Spend the rest of the day getting ready for your trek, which means checking gear and making sure you have everything packed.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at hotel)
Included Activities
- Guided sightseeing tour of Swoyambhunath Stupa
- Guided sightseeing tour of Kathmandu Durbar Square
Landmarks/POIs Swoyambhunath Stupa Kathmandu Durbar Square - Day 3
Kathmandu to Jagat
Early morning you'll catch a local bus to Besisahar, then switch to a jeep heading to Jagat. If there's time, you'll stop at a natural hot water spring before reaching your tea house lodge for the night.
Optional Activities
- Visit Natural hot water spring
- Day 4
Jagat to Dharapani
Trek starts after breakfast as you head along the Marshyangdi River through thick forest. You'll cross suspension bridges and move through villages like Chyamje, Sattale, Tal, and Karte, dealing with steep and rocky stretches until you get to Dharapani (around 6-7 hours walking).
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Trek from Jagat to Dharapani
Landmarks/POIs Annapurna Mountain Ranges - Day 5
Dharapani to Chame
From Dharapani you'll trek through forested ridges toward Chame, walking with views of Lamjung Himal and the Annapurna peaks. Small hot springs dot the route, and you can soak tired muscles before reaching Chame by evening (about 5-6 hours).
Included Activities
- Trek from Dharapani to Chame
Landmarks/POIs Lamjung Himal Annapurna II Annapurna IV - Day 6
Chame to Lower Pisang
This stretch involves trekking through dense forest and climbing a dramatic 1500m curved rock face carved into vertical cliffs. The valley then opens up to show Paungda Danda, a massive sloping rock face, and you'll reach Lower Pisang by the end of the day (around 6-7 hours).
Included Activities
- Trek from Chame to Lower Pisang
Landmarks/POIs Paungda Danda - Day 7
Lower Pisang to Manang
Trek up to Upper Pisang through Geru, with clear views of Annapurna and Pisang peaks as the climate gets colder and drier. You'll visit Barge monastery, the largest in Manang District, and then arrive in Manang for the night (about 5-6 hours of walking).
Included Activities
- Trek from Lower Pisang to Manang via Upper Pisang and Geru
- Visit Barge monastery
Landmarks/POIs Barge Monastery Annapurna Pisang Peak - Day 8
Manang
Today's a shorter acclimatization day. You can hike to Bhojo Gumba or Gangapurna Lake to stay in shape for harder days ahead. If you're feeling energetic, head to Vraga Village to check out the Himalayan Rescue Association and learn about altitude sickness.
Optional Activities
- Short hike to Bhojo Gumba
- Short hike to Gangapurna Lake
- Hike to Vraga Village
- Visit Himalayan Rescue Association
Landmarks/POIs Bhojo Gumba Gangapurna Lake Vraga Village - Day 9
Manang to Yak Kharka
Trek from Manang crossing streams and climbing through Tenki village before heading northwest up the Jarsang Khola valley. You'll pass through pastures with horses and yaks, an old mani wall, and small villages including Ghunsa, finishing at Yak Kharka (about 6-7 hours).
Included Activities
- Trek from Manang to Yak Kharka
Landmarks/POIs Ghunsa Village - Day 10
Yak Kharka to Thorang Phedi
Hike uphill to Thorang Phedi, crossing a suspension bridge at Ledar village, then ascending through towering cliffs. You'll have views of Mt. Gundang, Mt. Syagang, Thorung Peak, and Mt. Khatungkan as you reach this final village before the pass (about 5-6 hours walking).
Included Activities
- Trek from Yak Kharka to Thorang Phedi
Landmarks/POIs Ledar Village Mt. Gundang Mt. Syagang Thorung Peak Mt. Khatungkan - Day 11
Thorang Phedi to Jomsom
Start around 3am for the challenging climb to Thorong La pass, one of the world's highest at 5,416m/17,769ft. After summiting, you'll descend to Muktinath Valley, grab lunch, and then drive to Jomsom (this is a long, demanding day with early start and evening arrival).
- Meals
- Lunch
Included Activities
- Cross Thorong La pass
- Trek from Thorang Phedi to Muktinath Valley
Landmarks/POIs Thorong La Pass Muktinath Valley - Day 12
Jomsom to Pokhara
Fly from Jomsom to Pokhara on a 25-minute flight, then head out on a guided tour. You'll visit Devi's Fall and take a one-hour boat ride on Phewa Lake, where you can see Himalayan views and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of this lake city.
Included Activities
- Flight Jomsom to Pokhara
- Guided sightseeing tour of Pokhara
- Visit Devi's Fall
- One hour boating at Phewa Lake
Landmarks/POIs Devi's Fall Phewa Lake - Day 13
Pokhara to Kathmandu
After breakfast you'll drive from Pokhara back to Kathmandu. The rest of the day is free, so you can rest at your hotel, wander around the city, or pick up souvenirs from local shops.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Day 14
Kathmandu
Your Nepal adventure ends today. A representative will meet you and take you to the airport about 3 hours before your flight departs. You'll head home with memories from trekking the Annapurna region and exploring Nepal's cultural sites.
