Itinerary
- Day 1
Kathmandu to Machha Khola
You'll start driving from Kathmandu through Dhading Beshi and Arughat, where the road conditions deteriorate the further you travel. After reaching the trailhead, the trek begins through forested terrain alongside the Budhi Gandaki River with mountain scenery throughout. The day ends at Machha Khola where you'll stay overnight.
- Start point
- Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal (We will pick you up from your hotel.)
Included Activities
- Trek from Soti Khola through woods along Budhi Gandaki River
Landmarks Budhi Gandaki River - Day 2
Machha Khola to Jagat
Start by crossing the Machha Khola River and making your way toward Tatopani, a spot known for its hot springs. You'll trek through forests along the Dovan Khola and Budhi Gandaki Valley, noticing how the vegetation shifts as elevation increases. By evening you'll reach Jagat Village for the night.
Included Activities
- Trek through forested area in Budhi Gandaki Valley
- Pass through Tatopani hot springs area
Landmarks Tatopani Budhi Gandaki Valley - Day 3
Jagat to Lokpa
This 6-hour trek kicks off with views of Mount Sringi from Salleri. From there you descend to Sirdibas, a traditional Buddhist village, then head through Philim to Ekle Bhatti. Next comes a climb through pine forest to a ridge and junction leading toward Tsum Valley, finishing at Lokpa.
Included Activities
- 6-hour trek from Jagat to Lokpa
- Visit traditional Buddhist village of Sirdibas
- Trek through pine forest
Landmarks Mount Sringi Sirdibas Tsum Valley - Day 4
Lokpa to Chumling
You'll trek for 5 hours heading down toward Chumling Village and climbing to Ripchet before reaching Chumling itself. This authentic Buddhist settlement features an ancient monastery, traditional Tibetan houses, prayer flags, mani walls, and stone-paved streets throughout. You'll spend the night here.
Included Activities
- 5-hour trek to Tsum Valley
- Visit Chumling Village with ancient monastery
Landmarks Chumling Village Chumling Monastery - Day 5
Chumling to Chokhangparo
Starting out, you'll cross a suspension bridge with Ganesh Himal visible below. The trek continues through Rainjam and over the Seru Khola before you reach Gho Village. From there, head on to Chokhangparo with views of both Himalchuli and Ganesh Himal peaks. This 5-hour day involves steady trekking and elevation changes.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- 5-hour trek with suspension bridge crossing
- Trek past Rainjam Village
- Pass through Gho Village
Landmarks Ganesh Himal Himalchuli - Day 6
Chokhangparo to Nile
You've got 6 to 7 hours of trekking ahead, following the trail toward Rachen Gompa and Shir Khola river. Pass through Phurbe and Pangdun villages on your way to Nile for the night. During the day you'll visit Mu Gompa, the region's largest monastery and highest point in Tsum Valley.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- 6 to 7-hour trek to Rachen Gompa
- Trek along Shir Khola river
- Visit Phurbe and Pangdun villages
- Pass Mu Gompa monastery
Landmarks Rachen Gompa Mu Gompa - Day 7
Nile to Chokhangparo
This day involves descending from the gompa through Rachen Gompa, Chhule, and Phurbe. You'll walk through forested sections and arrive at Chokhangparo. Rachen Gompa sits in the border area between Nepal and Tibet, surrounded by towering mountain peaks.
Included Activities
- Trek from Gompa descending to Rachen Gompa
- Trek through forested areas to Chokhangparo
Landmarks Rachen Gompa - Day 8
Chokhangparo to Chumling
After breakfast, you'll descend from Chokhangparo down to Gho. A suspension bridge crossing near Gho leads forward to Rainjam Village. From Rainjam, drop down to Tsum Valley and conclude at Chumling for the night.
Included Activities
- Descent from Chokhangparo to Gho
- Suspension bridge crossing near Gho
- Trek to Rainjam Village
- Descent to Tsum Valley and trek to Chumling
Landmarks Gho Rainjam Village - Day 9
Chumling to Deng
This 6 to 7-hour trek brings you from Chumling down to Lokpa after crossing a suspension bridge. You'll walk along a rocky ridge spotting Sringi Himal. The path continues through Ghatta Khola with farms, follows the Budhi Gandaki through bamboo forest, crosses the Deng River, and finishes at Deng.
Included Activities
- 6 to 7-hour descent from Chumling to Lokpa
- Suspension bridge crossing
- Trek along rocky ridge with Sringi Himal views
- Trek through bamboo forest along Budhi Gandaki
Landmarks Sringi Himal Budhi Gandaki River - Day 10
Deng to Namrung
Start with a steep climb then drop down to the Budhi Gandaki River. Trek through the valley past small settlements, and as you near Namrung, you'll see mani stones carved with Tibetan mantras. In the afternoon, take a short 2-hour round trip detour to Prok village before continuing to Namrung.
Included Activities
- Trek through Budhi Gandaki valley
- Short detour trek to Prok village (2 hour round trip)
Landmarks Prok Village - Day 11
Namrung to Samagaun
You'll walk between mani stone walls in Lho Village, which shows few signs of modern development. From Lho, the snow-capped peak of Ngadi Chuli is visible. A short detour takes you up to Pungen Glacier for close-up views of Mt. Manaslu before arriving at Samagaun for the night.
Included Activities
- Trek through Lho Village between Mani stone walls
- Detour trek to Pungen Glacier with Mt. Manaslu views
Landmarks Lho Village Ngadi Chuli Mt. Manaslu Pungen Glacier 
- Day 12
Samagaun to Dharamsala
Cross several rivers before reaching Larkya Bazaar, a trading post where merchants come down from Tibet. Then climb a steep trail up to Dharamsala where you'll stay at a guesthouse.
Included Activities
- Trek to Larkya Bazaar
- Steep trail climb to Dharamsala
Landmarks Larkya Bazaar - Day 13
Dharamsala to Bhimthang via Larkya La Pass
Today's the challenging day crossing Larkya La Pass at 5106m/16,732ft. You'll climb to Cho Chanda and then tackle the steep snow-covered pass with outstanding mountain views of Himlung Himal, Cheo Himal, Gyaji Kung, Kang Koru, and Annapurna II. After descending steep sections and crossing moraines, you'll reach Bhimthang.
Included Activities
- Trek via Larkya La Pass (5106m)
- Climb to Cho Chanda
- Trek across moraines to Bhimthang
Landmarks Larkya La Pass Himlung Himal Annapurna II Cheo Himal 
- Day 14
Bhimthang to Dharapani
Descend from high pasture areas and cross the Dudh Khola on a suspension bridge. You'll trek for 6 to 7 hours through rhododendron and oak forests. By evening you'll arrive at Dharapani, a common starting point for the Annapurna Circuit Trek, and stay at a guesthouse.
Included Activities
- Descent from high pasture
- Suspension bridge crossing over Dudh Khola
- 6 to 7-hour trek through rhododendron and oak forests
Optional Activities
- Extend trek along Annapurna trail from Dharapani
Landmarks Dharapani - Day 15
Dharapani to Kathmandu
On your final day, cross the river and take a local jeep to Besisahar. From there, board a bus back to Kathmandu where you'll return to your hotel.
- End point
- Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal (We will drop you at hotel.)
Landmarks Besisahar
