Itinerary
- Day 1
Kathmandu to Dharapani
Your journey kicks off with a jeep drive from Kathmandu heading toward Dharapani along the Prithvi Highway. You'll wind through towns and villages, crossing over waterfalls and suspension bridges as the road follows the Marsayangdi River. The landscape shifts between barley and potato fields scattered with tea houses where you can stop for refreshments.
- Start point
- Lakeside, Pokhara, Pokhara, Gandaki, Nepal (himalayan sanctuary adventure)
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Jeep drive from Kathmandu to Dharapani via Prithvi Highway through Dumre, Besisahar, Bhulbhule, Bahundanda, Tal
- Sightseeing of waterfalls and streams joining the Marsayangdi River
Landmarks Marsayangdi River 
- Day 2
Dharapani to Koto
Starting through fir and pine forests toward Bagarchhap, you get views of Peak 29 and Manaslu rising in the distance. The trek takes you via Danakyu and small villages on rocky trails, and by day's end you reach Koto where the Annapurna range comes into clear view.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek through fir and pine forests to Bagarchhap
- Trek via Danakyu to Koto
- Sightseeing of Peak 29 (7871m) and Manaslu (8156m)
- Sightseeing of Annapurna range from Koto
Landmarks Peak 29 Manaslu Annapurna Range - Day 3
Koto to Meta
With permits now in hand, you enter the restricted area and trek the Naar Khola path through dense juniper and pine forests. You'll cross suspension bridges and pass by a waterfall along the way. Expect about 7 hours of walking through countryside before reaching the Meta lodge for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek through restricted area with permits
- Trek along Naar Khola through dense juniper and pine forests
- Crossing suspension bridges
- Sightseeing of waterfall on route to Meta
Landmarks Dharmasala Naar Khola - Day 4
Meta to Phu
After crossing suspension bridges over streams, you walk through small villages like Jhunam, Chyakhu, and Kyang. The trail follows the Phu Khola on rocky terrain, and blue sheep might be grazing as you approach Phu. Before settling in, visit Tashi Lakhang Monastery, which local history credits to Karmapa Rinpoche.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek through villages of Jhunam, Chyakhu, and Kyang
- Trek along Phu Khola on rocky trails
- Crossing suspension bridges over water streams
- Tour of Tashi Lakhang Monastery
Optional Activities
- Wildlife viewing - blue sheep in fields
Landmarks Tashi Lakhang Monastery Phu Khola - Day 5
Phu (Acclimatization)
This is your rest day at Phu to let your body adjust to the altitude. Walk around the village and meet the Gurungs, Ghales, and Tibetan residents living here. They'll share their unique culture and traditions, and you can spend more time at Tashi Lhakhang Monastery learning about the local spiritual practices.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Cultural exploration of Phu village
- Cultural interaction with Gurung, Ghale, and Tibetan communities
- Visit to Tashi Lhakhang Monastery
Landmarks Tashi Lhakhang Monastery - Day 6
Phu to Nar
Today involves crossing two significant passes: Phu Pass at 5050m/16,568ft and Nar Pass at 5400m/17,717ft. You'll hop across streams using suspension bridges through lush Himalayan forests to reach Mahendra Pul. From there, trek through the Labse River gorge passing Buddhist stupas and monasteries on the descent into Nar.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek across Phu Pass (5050m)
- Trek across Nar Pass (5400m)
- Crossing suspension bridges over streams
- Trek through Labse River gorge
- Sightseeing of Buddhist stupas and monasteries
Landmarks Phu Pass Nar Pass Labse River - Day 7
Nar to Ngawal
The trail climbs uphill to Jhombu Kharka (sometimes called Kang-La) where the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges spread across your view. Yak herder camps dot the landscape along the way. After soaking in the panorama, you'll head downhill to reach Ngawal before evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek uphill to Jhombu Kharka/Kang-La
- Sightseeing of Annapurna range from Kang-La
- Sightseeing of Dhaulagiri range from Kang-La
- Trek downhill to Ngawal
Optional Activities
- Encounter with yak herder camps
Landmarks Jhombu Kharka Annapurna Range Dhaulagiri Range - Day 8
Ngawal to Manang
Descending from Ngawal, you'll check out monasteries on the way to Braga, then hike an hour into Manang valley. Push upward to Chhunker viewpoint for views of Gangapurna Lake and the surrounding peaks. Stop at Cave Gompa before reaching your Manang lodge where traditional Thakali food waits for dinner.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Typical Thakali food in Manang)
Included Activities
- Trek downhill to Braga
- Exploration of monasteries en route to Braga
- Hike to Chhunker viewpoint
- Sightseeing of Gangapurna Lake (3500m)
- Sightseeing of Tilicho Peak, Pisang Peak, Chulu Peak and Annapurna range from Chhunker viewpoint
- Visit to Cave Gompa
- Typical Thakali food experience in Manang
Landmarks Braga Chhunker Viewpoint Gangapurna Lake Tilicho Peak Pisang Peak Chulu Peak Cave Gompa - Day 9
Manang to Yak Kharka
The day involves climbing rocky ridges toward Yak Kharka through beautiful rhododendron, juniper, and pine forests. Yaks graze in the fields as you pass, and colorful Mani walls decorated with prayer flags line the trail with the Himalayas behind them. Count on about 4 hours to reach Yak Kharka.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek through rhododendron, juniper, and pine forests
- Sightseeing of monasteries along trail
- Sightseeing of Mani walls with prayer flags
Optional Activities
- Wildlife viewing - yaks grazing in fields
Landmarks Yak Kharka - Day 10
Yak Kharka to Thorong Phedi
You'll climb ridges along the Kali Gandaki River heading toward Ledar, then cross a wooden bridge and take steep trails up to Thorong Phedi. The rest of the day is for acclimatizing to the high altitude before you tackle the pass crossing tomorrow.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek along Kali Gandaki River to Ledar
- Crossing wooden bridge over river
- Trek steep trails to Thorong Phedi
Landmarks Kali Gandaki River Ledar Thorong Phedi - Day 11
Thorong Phedi to Muktinath
Steep trails lead up to Thorong High Camp, your launching point for Thorong-La Pass at 5416m/17,769ft, Nepal's highest mountain pass. The rocky ridges test your legs, and once at the top you'll have panoramic views across the Himalayas before trekking downhill to Chabarbu. A few more hours of walking brings you to Muktinath, a sacred site.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek to Thorong High Camp
- Trek and climb to Thorong-La Pass
- Sightseeing from Thorong-La Pass
- Trek downhill to Chabarbu
- Trek to Muktinath
Landmarks Thorong High Camp Thorong-La Pass Chabarbu Muktinath - Day 12
Muktinath to Jomsom
At the sacred Muktinath Temple, revered by both Buddhists and Hindus, you can take a purifying shower under 108 water spouts said to cleanse sins. After that experience, head downhill with views of Nilgiri Himal and the Dhaulagiri range opening up. You'll walk through Jharkot and continue to Jomsom, known for its consistent winds.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit to Muktinath Temple
- Shower in 108 spouts at Muktinath
- Trek downhill with sightseeing of Nilgiri Himal (7061m) and Dhaulagiri range
- Trek to Jharkot
- Trek to Jomsom
Landmarks Muktinath Temple Nilgiri Himal Dhaulagiri Range Jharkot - Day 13
Jomsom to Pokhara
An early morning flight from Jomsom takes you back to Pokhara, wrapping up your trek. This marks the end of your high-altitude adventure through some of Nepal's most remote terrain.
Included Activities
- Flight from Jomsom to Pokhara
