Itinerary
- Day 1
Kathmandu to Machhikhola
You'll leave Kathmandu early and spend 7-9 hours driving by 4x4 jeep through scenic terrain with lush hills and riverside views. The route takes you through rural areas where you'll catch glimpses of traditional Nepalese village life before reaching Machhikhola, a small settlement beside the Budhi Gandaki River.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Landmarks Budhi Gandaki River - Day 2
Machhikhola to Jagat
This day involves trekking 6-7 hours along the Budhi Gandaki River valley. You'll cross several suspension bridges and pass by hot springs at Tatopani during the morning. After that, the trail narrows through a gorge and climbs up to Jagat, a pleasant village that marks your entry into the Manaslu Conservation Area.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek along Budhi Gandaki River with suspension bridge crossings
- Visit hot springs at Tatopani
Landmarks Budhi Gandaki River Tatopani Hot Springs Manaslu Conservation Area - Day 3
Jagat to Deng
You're trekking 8-9 hours today through green landscapes dotted with small villages and terraced fields. The path winds along the Budhi Gandaki River with several bridge crossings, then ascends through rocky sections. By evening you'll reach Deng, a village showing strong Tibetan cultural influences.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek through villages and terraced fields with Budhi Gandaki River views
Landmarks Budhi Gandaki River - Day 4
Deng to Lho
Trek 7-8 hours ascending through thick forest and crossing streams as elevation gains. Higher up, the landscape opens significantly and mountain vistas come into view. You'll arrive in Lho, known for its monastery and the excellent views it offers of Manaslu and surrounding ridges.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek through dense forests with stream crossings
- Visit monastery and enjoy views of Manaslu
Landmarks Mount Manaslu 
- Day 5
Lho to Samagaun
Today's 8-9 hour trek passes through valleys and traditional Tibetan-style villages. There's an optional side trek to Punggyen Gompa monastery if you want closer looks at Manaslu and the peaks around it. Later you'll continue to Samagaun, a larger village with significant cultural and historical importance.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek through valleys and traditional Tibetan villages
Optional Activities
- Optional side trek to Punggyen Gompa monastery
Landmarks Punggyen Gompa Mount Manaslu - Day 6
Samagaun to Samdo
This is a shorter day with just 4-5 hours of gradual climbing to Samdo. The route goes through yak pastures and provides exceptional views of the surrounding mountains. Samdo sits close to the Tibetan border and has a distinct cultural character that reflects its border location.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek through yak pastures with mountain views
- Day 7
Samdo to Dharamsala
You'll trek 4-5 hours today through barren terrain with towering peaks surrounding you on all sides. The trail is relatively short but steep, and it brings you to Dharamsala (also called Larkya Phedi), where you'll prepare mentally for tomorrow's demanding pass crossing.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek through barren landscapes to high altitude camp
- Day 8
Dharamsala to Bhimtang (Larkya La Pass)
This is the most difficult day of your trek. Starting early, you'll cross Larkya La Pass at 5,106 meters, the trek's highest point with views of Himlung Himal, Cheo Himal, and Annapurna II spread across the horizon. The descent afterward is careful and technical, ending at Bhimtang in a valley surrounded by high peaks.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Cross Larkya La Pass (5,106 m)
Landmarks Larkya La Pass Himlung Himal Cheo Himal Annapurna II - Day 9
Bhimtang to Dharapani
You're descending 6-8 hours now through rhododendron forests and crossing rivers on suspension bridges. The Dudh Khola valley offers nice scenery, and you'll pass through several small villages. By day's end you reach Dharapani, which serves as a junction with the larger Annapurna Circuit trail.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Descend through rhododendron forests with river crossings and suspension bridges
- Views of Dudh Khola and charming villages
Landmarks Dudh Khola - Day 10
Dharapani to Kathmandu
The final drive covers 7-9 hours from Dharapani to Beshisahar, where you'll enjoy last views of the mountains and countryside. From Beshisahar the drive continues back to Kathmandu. Once you arrive at your hotel, you can rest and reflect on completing the Manaslu trekking circuit.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
