ANNAPURNA CIRCUIT TREKKING & POON HILL

TREK
(21 days)

The Annapurna Circuit is the popular name for a 300 km trek in the
Annapurna mountain range. The trek reaches an altitude of 5,300m on the
Thorung La pass, touching the edge of the fabled Tibetan plateau. The trek is
a magnificent plan, covering two different river valleys. It encircles the
Annapurna Massif, crossing Thorung La [5416m], the highest pass on this
trek.

The magnificent mountain scenery, seen at close quarters includes

Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Machhapuchhre, Manaslu, Gangapurna [7455m] and
Tilicho Peak [7134m]. Ten peaks of 600-800m rises from the Annapurna.
Machhapuchhre looks breathtaking from this viewpoint as also the south face
of Annapurna.

The trek begins at Besi Sahar and concludes at Kali Gandaki river valley.
After a seven hours drive from Kathmandu, you reach the Besi Sahar in the
Marshyangdi river valley. The trek finally concludes at Kali Gandaki river
valley. En route, you pass along paddy fields and subtropical forests, view
the beautiful mountain scenery, several waterfalls and gigantic cliffs, and
experience fascinating village life. The entire trip is so exhilarating that you
will be kept enthralled, day after day.

A moderate to challenging trek and sometime requires climbing up and down

steep mountain paths. This trek can be done anytime of the year except
during monsoon and winter, when the Thorung pass gets blocked by snow.

Taking a flight from Jomsom to Pokhara can shorten this trek. It takes just a
day’s walk from Jomsom to reach Muktinath.

TRIP FACTS
Trip duration: 21 Days
Grade: Moderate to fairly challenging
Activity: Trekking and Cultural excursion
Starts in: Kathmandu
Ends in: Kathmandu
Trek type: TH (Tea House / Lodge)
Accommodation: Hotel and Lodge
Transportation: Flight and private car
Maximum altitude: 5416m

OUTLINE ITINERARY
Day 01 - Arrival in Kathmandu
Day 02 - Sightseeing of Kathmandu Valley
Day 03 - Drive to Besi Sahar [820m] [drive approx 6 hours]
Day 04 - Trek to Khudi [790m]
Day 05 - Trek to Bahundanda [1310m]
Day 06 - Trek to Jagat [1290m]
Day 07 - Trek to Dharapani [1920m]
Day 08 - Trek to Chame [2630m]
Day 09 - Trek to Pisang [3190m]
Day 10 - Trek to Manang [3520m]
Day 11 - Rest day in Manang [3520m]
Day 12 - Trek to Letdar [4250m]
Day 13 - Trek to Thorung Phedi [4500m]
Day 14 - Trek to Muktinath [3800m]
Day 15 - Trek to Marpha [2665m]
Day 16 - Trek to Lete [2470m]
Day 17 - Trek to Tatopani [1160m]
Day 18 - Trek to Ghorepani [2775m]
Day 19 - Trek to Birethanti [1050m] & drive to Pokhara
Day 20 - Flight to Kathmandu
Day 21 - Depart Kathmandu

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