Itinerary
- Day 1
Kathmandu
You'll land at Tribhuvan International Airport where staff meets you for the hotel transfer. After checking in, there's a briefing that covers everything about the trek ahead. Afterward, head into Thamel if you want to explore the tourist area and get your bearings before the adventure starts.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Hotel transfer from Tribhuvan International Airport
- Trek briefing with Sherpa Expedition & Trekking staff
Optional Activities
- Explore Thamel tourist district
Landmarks/POIs Thamel - Day 2
Kathmandu to Syange Village
Leave Kathmandu early for a 6-hour public bus ride to Besisahar. From there, board a shared 4WD vehicle for about 2 hours to Syange Village where you'll spend the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Public bus transport from Kathmandu to Besisahar
- Shared 4WD transport from Besisahar to Syange Village
Landmarks/POIs Besisahar Syange Village - Day 3
Syange Village to Tal
The trek begins today following the Marsyangdi River as you gradually climb toward Tal. Several waterfalls drop into the river along the way, and you'll pass through different terrain before reaching your overnight stop.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek along Marsyangdi River to Tal
Landmarks/POIs Marsyangdi River - Day 4
Tal to Danaque
Leave the river valley and head toward Danaque along the trail. You'll see views of Annapurna II and Pisang Peak while walking through several old villages. Stop for the night in Danaque.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Tal to Danaque with views of Annapurna II and Pisang Peak
Landmarks/POIs Annapurna II Pisang Peak - Day 5
Danaque to Chame
Walk through dense forest and along the Marsyangdi River banks on your way to Chame. From Chame, Annapurna II towers in the distance as you settle in for the evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Danaque to Chame through forest and along Marsyangdi River
Landmarks/POIs Marsyangdi River Annapurna II - Day 6
Chame to Pisang
The trail narrows as you move through a valley toward Paungda Danda, where a massive curved rock face rises 1500m above the river. After taking in the views of Annapurna II and Pisang Peak, descend into Manang Valley and continue to Pisang for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek through narrow valley to Paungda Danda
- Descend to Manang Valley and trek to Pisang
Landmarks/POIs Paungda Danda Annapurna II Pisang Peak Manang Valley - Day 7
Pisang to Ngawal
Rise early to catch the sunrise over Annapurna II. Take the higher route to Ngawal (about 400m above the lower trail option) for better views into gorges and across to Annapurna II, III, and Pisang Peak. Alpine plants and animals appear as you trek higher.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Early sunrise viewing of Annapurna II
- Trek on higher altitude trail to Ngawal with panoramic mountain views
Landmarks/POIs Annapurna II Annapurna III Pisang Peak - Day 8
Ngawal to Manang
Walk through hills and forested areas, passing stupas and a Lama school along the way. The trail continues toward Manang where you'll stay overnight.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek through forested hills with Buddhist structures
- Visit Buddhist stupas and Lama school
Landmarks/POIs Lama School - Day 9
Manang Acclimatization Day
This is a rest day for acclimatization. Take a short trek to either Bhojo Gumba monastery or Gangapurna Lake. If you have energy left, hike to Vraga Village to visit the Himalayan Rescue Association and learn about altitude sickness. Light activity helps your body adjust.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Short acclimatization trek to Bhojo Gumba monastery or Gangapurna Lake
Optional Activities
- Optional hike to Vraga Village
- Visit Himalayan Rescue Association to learn about Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS)
Landmarks/POIs Bhojo Gumba Gangapurna Lake Vraga Village Himalayan Rescue Association - Day 10
Manang to Yak Kharka
Cross the river leaving Manang and pass through Tenki Village as you head up the Marsyangdi Valley. Walk past small villages including Ghunsa through scrubby terrain while gaining altitude. Yaks and mountain horses graze on the alpine pastures before you reach Yak Kharka for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Manang through Tenki Village up Marsyangdi Valley to Yak Kharka
Landmarks/POIs Tenki Village Marsyangdi Valley Ghunsa - Day 11
Yak Kharka to Thorong Phedi
Spend about 2 hours climbing to Thorong Phedi at 4,450m/14,600ft. You'll stay at one of the newly built guesthouses at this high altitude location.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Yak Kharka to Thorong Phedi (4,450m)
Landmarks/POIs Thorong Phedi - Day 12
Thorong Phedi to Muktinath
This is the trek's toughest day physically. Navigate the high altitude and sometimes strong winds as sheep, yaks, and merchants pass by. Cross Thorong La Pass and enjoy views of Annapurna, Gangapurna, and Khatungkang at 6,484m/21,272ft. Descend roughly 1,600m to Muktinath with views of Mt. Dhaulagiri.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Cross Thorong La Pass
- Trek from Thorong Phedi to Muktinath (approximately 1600m descent)
Landmarks/POIs Thorong La Pass Annapurna Gangapurna Khatungkang Mt. Dhaulagiri - Day 13
Muktinath to Marpha
Drop about 1,200m from Muktinath to the Kali Gandaki River valley with a brief stop at Ekle Bhatti, a small village with a few teahouses. Continue winding along the trail for 2 more hours to reach Jomson, the Mustang region's headquarters. Then take a relatively easy 2-hour trek to Marpha for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Descend from Muktinath to Kali Gandaki River valley
- Trek through Ekle Bhatti to Jomson
- Trek from Jomson to Marpha
Landmarks/POIs Kali Gandaki River Ekle Bhatti Jomson - Day 14
Marpha to Kalopani
Trek downhill following the Kali Gandaki River banks. You'll see Annapurna I towering above while passing through nice countryside before reaching Kalopani for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Downhill trek along Kali Gandaki River with views of Annapurna I
Landmarks/POIs Kali Gandaki River Annapurna I - Day 15
Kalopani to Tatopani
Keep descending through the Kali Gandaki River Valley, the world's deepest gorge. Arrive at Tatopani, known for its hot mineral springs where you can soak and ease any aches from trekking.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek through Kali Gandaki River Valley (world's deepest gorge)
- Visit Tatopani hot mineral springs
Landmarks/POIs Kali Gandaki River Tatopani - Day 16
Tatopani to Ghorepani
Today's climb of 1,670m is challenging. Walk through cultivated terraced farmland and climb through rhododendron forest (brilliant in spring) and magnolia forest. Mountain views open up as you reach Ghorepani with vistas across the Annapurna ranges and Machapuchare, the famous unclimbed fishtail peak.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Tatopani to Ghorepani (1670m ascent)
- Trek through rhododendron and magnolia forest
Landmarks/POIs Annapurna Ranges Machapuchare - Day 17
Ghorepani to Tikhedhunga
Start before dawn to reach Poon Hill for sunrise, a highlight for many trekkers. Watch the light change across the snow-capped peaks including the Annapurnas and Dhaulagiri. Head back to Ghorepani for breakfast, then trek through Bhanthati and descend steeply to Tikhedhunga for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Early morning trek to Poon Hill for sunrise viewing
- Descent from Poon Hill to Ghorepani for breakfast
- Trek through Bhanthati to Tikhedhunga
Landmarks/POIs Poon Hill Bhanthati - Day 18
Tikhedhunga to Pokhara
Trek downhill from Tikhedhunga through farming villages and past several waterfalls. Stop for lunch in the charming Birethanti village on the Modi River. After eating, walk for about 30 minutes to Nayapul, then take a jeep to Pokhara. Stay lakeside by Phewa Lake with time to walk along the water, take a boat ride, and shop around town to celebrate finishing the trek.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at Birethanti)
Included Activities
- Trek from Tikhedhunga through Birethanti to Nayapul
- Jeep transfer from Nayapul to Pokhara
- Explore Pokhara lakeside
Optional Activities
- Boat ride on Phewa Lake
- Shopping in Pokhara
Landmarks/POIs Birethanti Modi River Nayapul Phewa Lake - Day 19
Pokhara to Kathmandu
Drive back to Kathmandu in 6 to 7 hours with memories of Nepal's culture and geography filling your mind from the entire trek.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Tourist bus transfer from Pokhara to Kathmandu
- Day 20
Departure from Kathmandu
Staff transfers you to the airport for your final departure from Nepal, taking with you the experiences and memories from the trek.
Included Activities
- Airport transfer from hotel to Tribhuvan International Airport
