Itinerary
- Day 1
Kathmandu
You'll land at Tribhuvan International Airport where staff from Sherpa Expedition & Trekking will be waiting for you. After the transfer to your hotel, you'll sit down for a briefing that covers trek details, safety guidelines, and what to expect. This gives you time to settle in and ask any questions before things get started.
- Start point
- Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal (We will pick you up from the airport.)
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Airport pickup and transfer to hotel
- Trek briefing and orientation
Landmarks Tribhuvan International Airport - Day 2
Kathmandu to Chame
Today involves a long drive toward the trek's starting point. You'll pass through changing terrain with rivers, terraced rice fields, and Himalayan views along the way. The guesthouse you'll stay at tonight includes all meals, so you can rest up after the journey.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Scenic drive through countryside
- Views of Himalayan mountains
- Day 3
Chame
You'll trek from Dharapani through Danaque village, climbing toward Tamang Village with its characteristic stone houses and slate roofs. As you continue through Tibetan villages like Thanchowk and Koto, you'll see Manaslu and Annapurna towering above. By evening you'll reach Chame.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek to Tamang Village
- Trek through Tibetan villages (Thanchowk, Koto)
- Views of Manaslu (8163m), Annapurna, and surrounding peaks
Landmarks Manaslu Annapurna Range Tamang Village - Day 4
Chame to Pisang
Leaving Chame behind, the trail takes you toward Telekhu with views of Annapurna and Mt. Pisang at 6091m. You'll cross a suspension bridge over the Marsyangdi River, walk through pine forest, and gradually climb into the upper Manang Valley before arriving at Pisang.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek to village of Telekhu
- Cross suspension bridge over Marsyangdi River
- Trek through pine forest to Pisang
- Views of Annapurna Ranges and Mt. Pisang (6091m)
Landmarks Mt. Pisang Marsyangdi River - Day 5
Pisang to Braga
From Pisang you'll trek into upper Manang toward Braga, a Tibetan village where houses stack one on top of another. Make sure to visit Braga Gompa, the region's largest Buddhist temple. Many trekkers use this as an acclimatization stop before heading higher.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek to Braga
- Visit Braga Gompa (Buddhist temple)
Landmarks Braga Gompa - Day 6
Braga to Manang
Today is an acclimatization day. You'll climb to Khangsar at 3756m to help your body adjust to the altitude while staying active, then return to Manang for the night. All meals are included, giving you time to rest and hydrate properly.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Acclimatization climb to Khangsar (3756m)
Landmarks Khangsar - Day 7
Siri Kharka to Tilicho Base Camp
Today's trek runs 5 to 6 hours on terrain that's less steep than yesterday, but you'll need to watch your footing on gravelly sections and stay alert for avalanche risk. By day's end you'll reach Tilicho Base Camp and settle in at the guesthouse.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek to Tilicho Base Camp
Landmarks Tilicho Base Camp - Day 8
Tilicho Lake
The trek up to Tilicho Lake takes around 5 to 6 hours. At the base of Tilicho Peak (7134m), you might spot yaks and deer along the way. The lake shifts through different shades of blue depending on the light. After exploring and taking photos, you'll head back down to Sri Kharka for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek to Tilicho Lake
- Visit Tilicho Lake (4.8 sqkm)
- Views of Tilicho Peak (7134m)
Landmarks Tilicho Lake Tilicho Peak - Day 9
Siri Kharka to Yak Kharka
You'll start descending toward Khangsar Village, passing through Tare Gumba at 3870m where there's a monastery to explore. Following the Thorong Khola Valley, you'll walk past the abandoned settlement of Old Khangsar and finish the day at Yak Kharka.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek to Khangsar Village
- Visit Tare Gumba (3870m) monastery
- Trek through Thorong Khola Valley
- Pass through Old Khangsar
Landmarks Tare Gumba Thorong Khola Valley - Day 10
Yak Kharka to Thorong Phedi or High Camp
The altitude climbs gradually as you follow the east bank of the Jarang Khola with steep bluffs visible along the way. You can reach Thorong Phedi or push one more hour to High Camp at 4800m. Keep your eyes open for blue sheep and possibly snow leopards in this region.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek to Thorong Phedi or High Camp (4800m)
- Views along Jarang Khola
Optional Activities
- Additional hour trek to High Camp (4800m)
Landmarks High Camp Jarang Khola - Day 11
Thorong La Pass to Muktinath
This is the toughest day, with 7 to 8 hours of hiking in thin air and sometimes strong winds. You'll pass herds of sheep and yaks plus merchants heading both directions. Reaching Thorong La Pass brings incredible views of Annapurna, Gangapurna, and surrounding peaks. The descent covers about 1600 meters to see Dhaulagiri. After 10 hours total, you'll arrive at Muktinath.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek to Thorong La Pass
- Views of Annapurna, Gangapurna, and Khatungkang (6484m)
- Views of Dhaulagiri ("White Mountain")
- Descent to Muktinath
Landmarks Thorong La Pass Annapurna Gangapurna Khatungkang Dhaulagiri - Day 12
Muktinath to Pokhara
You'll travel from Muktinath through Jomsom, Tatopani, and Beni Bazaar on your way to Pokhara. Upon arrival, you'll check into a hotel near Phewa Tal lake. Later you can stroll through the shops along the lakeside and watch the sunset over the Annapurna ranges from the water's edge.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Trek to Jomsom
- Trek to Tatopani
- Trek to Beni Bazaar
- Transfer to Pokhara
- Visit to lakeside area
Optional Activities
- Wandering shops along lakeside
- Sunset viewing at Phewa Tal (lake)
Landmarks Phewa Tal - Day 13
Muktinath to Pokhara
You'll travel from Muktinath through Jomsom, Tatopani, and Beni Bazaar on your way to Pokhara. Once you arrive, settle into your hotel right beside Phewa Tal lake. The rest of the day is free, so you can wander around the lakeside shops or just relax and watch the sun set over the Annapurna ranges.
- End point
- Pokhara, Gandaki, Nepal (We will drop you at your hotel.)
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Travel by bus or sharing jeep from Muktinath to Pokhara via Jomsom, Tatopani, and Beni Bazaar
- Hotel accommodation in Pokhara with breakfast
Optional Activities
- Explore shops along lakeside
- Watch sunset over Annapurna ranges from the lake edge
Landmarks Phewa Tal Annapurna Range
