Circuit de l'Annapurna

From Kathmandu, we take a drive after the breakfast through the Prithvi Highway. The drive offers the sceneries near by the Trishuli and Marshyangdi River valley, green hillside and the terraced hillside. Reaching Besisahar, we take a short break and drive further to Bulbule near Khudi. Overnight at lodge.

The first day of the trekking in Annapurna circuit route, we follow the Marshyangdi River bank, crossing numerous suspension bridges. The farming land, forest and waterfalls are the frequent occurring sceneries. The wide Ghermu Phant is breathtaking. Then we pass Syange and Jagat, we reach to Chamje with a steady walk. Overnight at lodge. 

After the breakfast at Chamje, we begin to trek through the uphill trail, following the Marshyangdi River bank. Passing Sattale, we reach to Tal from where we enter into the Manang region with an official entry. Then the trail goes steeply uphill to the stone staircase and reach to Dharapani, where centuries old chhortens lie. Then we gradually walk ahead to Bagarchhap and rest. Overnight at lodge. 

We begin to walk after the breakfast through the rocky trail. Passing Timang, we walk through the sub-tropical forest, which steadily leads us to Kopar. Then, we walk all the way easily to Chame, which is the district center of Manang. Another superb chance to enjoy the Annapurna view. Overnight at lodge. 

The trail from Chame begins through the dense woods. We cross numerous bridges enjoying the valley view accompanied by the snowy peaks on the horizon. Steadily, we reach to the Pisang village, located at the bottom of the Pisang peak. Overnight at lodge.   

The trail from Chame is dominated by the arid landscape. The animal herds and the trekkers give us a wonderful scenario. Selecting the preferred route, we gradually walk to Mungji, which offers the beautiful view of the snow covered peaks. If we walk via Hongde, it is less climbing route and we reach to Ghyaru. Passing Braga of Manang, we reach to the Manang village,  a big settlement of the Tibetan Buddhists. Overnight at lodge. 

The acclimatization day in Manang, we spend exploring the Tibetan Buddhist monasteries, chhortens and Mani walls. Some of the ancient monasteries and the typical cultural lifestyles of the local people are amazing. We hike further to the Gangapurna Lake and back to Manang. Overnight at lodge. 

From Manang, we leave after the breakfast, continually ascending through the Jarshang Khola valley. From the stream, we take a steep uphill route and walk along the grazing meadow. We reach to Yak Kharka and take a rest. If you are fit with your energy level, we can go to Ledar. Overnight at lodge. 

Trekking from Yak Kharka begins with a gradual climb up Ledar. Then it goes to downhill continually to the River. Then we climb up steadily all the way to Phedi. Again, if you are fit enough to walk another couple of hours, we trek continually to Thorong High camp. Overnight at lodge. 

From Phedi, we begin to ascend in the early morning. We cross the high camp and continually climb through steep rocky slope all the way to the Thorong La (5416 meters). The magnificent sceneries of the Annapurna range, Manaslu, Chulu peak and others can be seen. After the photo session, we begin to descend through the steep and slippery trail, all the way to Muktinath, which is a spiritual center of the Hindu and Buddhist devotees. Overnight at lodge. 

The prayer bells and the people's movement of the Muktinath temple is wonderful. From Muktinath, after the breakfast, we follow the downhill trail  via Jharkot and Lupra. Then we reach the Kaligandaki River, and follow the dusty trail all the way to Jomsom, which is the district center of the Mustang region. Overnight at lodge. 

From Jomsom, we trek down through the widely spread Kaligandaki River bank. We reach to the Marpha village and see the apple orchid. It's a long way to walk along the Kali Gandaki River to reach Kokhethanti. Kalopani is a step ahead of it and we take a rest. Overnight at lodge. 

Descending continually following the River, we pass Lete and Ghasa, enjoying the wonderful Kaligandaki River valley. We pass Kopchepani and trek down gradually to reach Tatopani. The natural hot spring at Tatopani can give you the relaxation and avoid the tiredness of the trek. Overnight at lodge. 

After breakfast we walk along the Gharkhola goan and trek uphill through sizeable shikha. The trail is almost uphill through the rhododendron forest with the pleasant sounds of the birds. We continually trek to Ghorepani. Ghorepani is a major stop for trekkers doing all varieties of the Annapurna Circuit, which lies at the base of the Poonhill. Its surrounded by the rhododendron forest. Overnight at hotel. 

Poon Hill is the best viewpoint to enjoy the good morning sunrise over the snowy peaks. Early in the morning, we hike to Poon Hill and enjoy the spectacular moment, taking photographs. Then we trek down to Ghorepani, have a breakfast and trek down all the way to Nayapul via Ulleri and Tikhedhunga. Then we catch a taxi to Pokhara and transfer to the hotel. Overnight at hotel.