Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu, transfer to hotel, overnight at Hotel Thamel or similar hotel (B).
Day 02: Travel to Besisahar 800 m, 176KM, continues drive by Jeep to Jagat 1340m, 9–10 hours by tourist bus, overnight at Jagat Guest house/Lodge (BB).
Trekking Starting:
Day 03: Jagat to Dharapani 1943 m 5.30 hours, overnight at Kingfisher Guest house or similar hotel (B/L/D).
Day 04: Dharapani to Chame (2713 m), 5 hours, overnight at Hotel Eagle eye or Marshyandi Mandala or similar hotel (B/L/D).
Option: There are seasonal road continue to Manang. So you can start your trek wherever you want as your time frame.
Day 05: Chame to Upper Pisang (3115 m) 5 hours, overnight at Hotel Manang Marshyandi (B/L/D).
Day 06: Upper Pisang to Manang (3450 m) 6 hours, use upper part off-road, overnight at Mountain Lake Resort or similar hotel (B/L/D).
Day 07: Rest day in Manang for Acclimatization, overnight at Mountain Lake Resort or similar hotel (B/L/D).
Day 08: Manang trek to Yak Kharka (4200m) 4 hours, overnight at Hotel Gangapurna or similar hotel (B/L/D).
Day 09: Yak Kharka trek to Thorong Phedi (4450m) or High camp (4850m), 4.30 hours, overnight at Thorong Pedi Guest house or similar hotel (B/L/D).
Day 10: Trekking to Muktinath - hardest day to cross Thorong La Pass (5416m) continues trek to Muktinath (3800m) 6/8 hours, overnight at Annapurna Inn or Hotel Bob Marley, or similar hotel(B/L/D).
Day 11: Marpha - Trek to Jomsom or Marpha 2667m 5.30 hours, overnight at Hotel Dhaulagiri or similar hotel (B/L/D).
Option: There are road from Muktinath to Pokhara. It is possible to drive directly to Marpha or directly to Tatopani or Pokhara through Beni by Jeep or Bus. You can make treks shorter or longer, let us know. But our itinerary, we recommend trekking all the way to Nayapul and a short drive to Pokhara.
Day 12: Marpha trekking to Ghasa (2010m), 6–7 hours, overnight at hotel Ghasa (B/L/D).
Day 13: Ghasa trek to Tatopani (1189m), 6–7 hours, overnight at Hotel Himalayan inn or Hotel Dhaulagiri (B/L/D).
Day 14: Tatopani treks to Ghorepani (2850m) 6–8 hours, overnight at Hungry Eye or Hotel sunny or similar hotel (B/L/D).
Day 15: Early morning visit Poon Hill (3210m) and trek to Tikhedhunga (1575m) continues to Nayapul 6 hours and drive to Pokhara 1.30 hours, overnight at Himalayan Inn or similar hotel (B/L/D).
End the trekking
Day 16: Kathmandu - Travel to Kathmandu by tourist coach 6 hours, 200 km, transfer to hotel Thamel or similar hotel (BB).
Day 17: Drop to Airport for your own way journey or next trip (B).
Day 01: Kathmandu, overnight at Hotle Thamel or similar hotel(B).
Arrivals in international airport meet our staff transfer to hotel. Join welcome dinner with staff meeting, introduction with guide and Sherpa, porters and briefing the programs, overnight at Hotel.
Day 02: Travel to Besisahar, 800m, 176km, continues to Jagat, 1400m, 6-7 hours by tourist bus, overnight at Hotel Ngadi or similar hotel (B/L/D:
Start at 7 Am from Kathmandu to Besi Sahar by bus. 5/6 hours through narrow tracks, suspension bridges and a deep river gorge over Prithivi HighWay. It takes 5 hours drive by bus to reach Besisahar and contineus drive to Bullule and Ngadi 900m, continues drive to Jagat, transfer to Guest house, overnight Guest house/Lodge.
Day 03: Jagat to Dharapani 1943m 5.30 hours, overnight at Kingfisher Guest house or similar hotel (B/L/D.
6.30 AM breakfast time, 7.30 AM start walking distance of about 5-6 hours, until Chame we follow the road and cross the Marshyngdi river to reach Tal within 2-3 hours from Jagat. May we have Lunch here in Tal village. After tal trek heading to half an hour the Tal village valley and cross the river on the left side. We again cross the river in Kotre and continue walking to reach a small settlement called Dharapani, staying overnight in Lodge.
Day 04: Dharapani to Chame (2713m), 5 hours, overnight at Hotel Marshyandi Mandala or Hotel Eagle eye or similar hotel (B/L/D.
6.30 AM breakfast, 7.30 star trek; the distance is covered within 6 hours. The trail now leads to the west in Manaslu forming a splendid backdrop of Annapurna II appearing occasionally to the south. As we continue Annapurna range offers a splendid view. Today we almost all the way we follow the road crossing the Bagarchhap, Danaque, Late Manang and Koto then reach the Chame which is the Manang District head office. There all government offices and offices, hot spring, Police and army check post etc. Overnight at Chame in Guest house/Lodge.
Option: There are seasonal road continue to Manang. So you can start your trek wherever you want as your time frame.
Day 05: Chame to Upper Pisang (3115m) 5-6 hours, overnight at Hotel Manang Marshangdi or similar hotel (B/L/D).
7 AM breakfast time, 8 AM start our trek, Today walking is not a difficult walk. We cross the right side of the river , easily walking through the alpine forest. We pass Bhratang, the small village where there is an Apple plantation too. May we have some hot tea or coffee then continue to walk to cross the Marshyangdi river and climb a little bit. We reached Dhukur Pokhari at an altitude of 3060. Maybe we have hot lunch and continue walking, there are two ways either you can go on the left side of the river to reach lower Pisang or you can cross the river on the right side and gradually climb to reach upper Pisang., overnight at Upper Pisang in Lodge.
Day 06: Upper Pisang to Manang (3450m) 6 hours, use upper part off road, overnight at Mountain Lake Resort or similar hotel (B/L/D).
7 AM breakfast, 8 Am start our trek; After a 5-6 hour walk through trials and broad forested valley, climb up and down than reach the Nawal village which is small settlement of Gurung People, where we have lunch today (3-4 hours), After Nawal the trekking path catch road so follow the road to reach a village of about 200 houses and Barge monastery which is the largest in the entire district and reach Manang. Explore Barge Monastery and continue to Manang 1 hour. Manang is a beautiful landscape. In Manang it is possible to explore for a few days such as Gangapurna glacier view, Ice lake, hundred rupees monks, monastery etc. overnight Hotel/Lodge.
Day 07: Rest day in Manang for Acclimatization, overnight at Mountain Lake resort (B/L/D).
We have already above 3500 so that we recommend to our clients rest for acclimatization. On that day, there are many options to spend a one day hike, either you can visit Gangapurna Glacier and lake or Ice Lake, or visit 100 rupees monks on the hill top of cave monastery. You can talk with your guide and decide whatever you want and how your condition. As well as there are altitude classes every 3.30pm by a foreigner doctor in season time, overnight at Guest House.
Day 08: Manang trek to Yak Kharka (4200m) 4 hours, overnight at Hotel Gangapurna or similar hotel (B/L/D).
Today is a short day so we start after breakfast at 7.30 -8 AM; from the landscape it is more like Tibetan Plateau. It seems more gradual than up but hard to breath takes longer time to cover the short distance. We branch away from the Marsyandi Khola steadily climbing into quiet distinct alpine areas. Passing the two small settlements called Tanki Manang and Ghunsa then reach Yak Kharka. Yak Kharka means Yak pasture so we will meet many Yak pastures around there. Today we have lunch in Yak Kharka, after lunch we will bring you on the hill top for acclimatization and see the yaks and Naks. According to altitude, we said "climb high, sleep lower", overnight at lodge.
Day 09: Yak Kharka trek to Thorong Phedi (4450m) or High camp (4850m), 4.30 hours, overnight at Thorong Phedi Guest house or similar hotel (B/L/D).
Today also not long distant is above 10 KM so we start at 8 am it takes 4 hours. The trekking path brings us to Lader where there are few tea houses or guest houses. Maybe we have some hot tea/coffee then continue walking to cross the Thorong Khola. After crossing the Khola then the path has some land with a slight area. You need to be careful sometime the deer walk over then the stone comes down. From here to reach Phedi takes one hour. From Phedi to reach high camp takes 1 hour to climb. If all our members are fine you can walk to High camp after lunch in Phedi otherwise stay overnight in Phedi and climb High Camp continues to Thorong Pass on the next day. Tonight, to be a hard night with lack of enough oxygen, you need to prepare to pack your bag to get ready to walk up early in the morning. We recommend starting early because of the weather and long distances,overnight at lodge.
Day 10: Trekking to Muktinath - hardest day to cross Thorong La Pass (5416m) continues trek to Muktinath (3800m) 6/8 hours, overnight at Hotel Bob merley or Annapurna Inn or similar hotel (B/L/D).
4 AM wake up call, 4.30 hot and short breakfasts and start walk at 5 Am in the morning. Starting time you can decide to talk with a guide. If you stay in Phedi, it takes one hour to get to high camp. After high camp the trails lead on the left side of the mountain. It’s the first one seasonal tea house. Maybe it is open in season time only. After that we need to cross many mountain terraces which are very nice and feel long walking. It is almost 4 to 5 hours walking and you can reach above the mountain. You feel how difficult and beautiful on the earth is. On the top of Thorong La (5416m), there is one tea shop (small hut) and many Buddhist flags and one small board written on Thorong Top with altitude etc. After the top, the trails gradually go down. Some places have steeply down. We do not require ice-x, crampons or any climbing equipment but sometimes it is very hard to go down if there is heavy snowing. Trekking poles help you if you have a knee. Within 3-5 hours you can reach Muktinath side Base camp; the time is depending on you, weather and season. After Muktinath Base Camp you need to walk 1.30 to 2 hours to reach the overnight stay place in Muktinath. The trails cross you the Muktinath Temple area. Either you can visit on the same day or come the next morning. Muktinath is the name of the Hindu God with the meaning of the “God of Salvation” in Hindu and in Buddhism “Nirvana”. The Sep- Oct fest is the most interesting and many Hindus people visit. Apart from this, this is the greatest example of the correlation and harmony between Hinduism and Buddhism. There are a few small temples, Mane wall, 108 taps etc, overnight at Lodge.
Day 11: Marpha - Trek to Jomsom or Marpha 2667m 5.30 hours, overnight at Hotel Dhaulagiri or similar hotel (B/L/D).
Long and hard day of yesterday, we start a bit late today. The part of the trek from Muktinath to Kagbeni is really different from other days. Here, the climate is relatively dry, and the landscape looks like a desert. The area on the way from Muktinath to Kagbeni is full of ancient caves, and till you reach Jomsom you'll be able to see wonderful geological forms around you. From Muktinath (3800 meters) the trail descends gradually towards Jarkot, a nice village with interesting houses and lots of green fields in the brown-looking area around. From Jarkot the trail keeps descending, and you can choose between two ways: one goes directly to Jomsom, and the other goes to Kagbeni; located 2800 meters high, Kagbeni is an interesting village, with stone houses and narrow alleys, and a green area of fields lying between the high mountains above. The village is located near the Kali-Gandaki River, and it is the first place you meet this huge river, which still flows in a very wide valley in this area. Beware not to walk north of this village!! It is the border to Mustang area, which is usually closed to tourists and requires a very special permission to visit, the cost of permit US$500 for 10 days. The way from Kagbeni to Jomsom goes along the Kali-Gandaki River, as most of the trek in the next few days. The geological forms you'll see on the way around you are really spectacular, and will offer you to buy black fossils called "Salligrams". Jomsom, located 2700 meters high is a big village. It has a small airport, and so - connected by air to Pokhara and Kathmandu for the following day. Although it is a comfortable place to stay in, we recommend keeping on and sleeping in Marpha - a small and charming village, located 2660 meters high. It contains stone houses built on the mountain above the Kali-Gandaki River, with narrow streets paved with flat stones. There are few lovely guest houses there, with excellent food, overnight at the guest house.
Option: There are road from Muktinath to Pokhara. it is possible to drive directly to Marpha or directly to Tatopani or Pokhara through Beni by Jeep or Bus. You can make treks shorter or longer, let us know. But our itinerary here recommend continue trekking all the way to Nayapul and a short drive to Pokhara.
Day 12: Marpha trekking to Ghasa 2010m), 6-7 hours, overnight at Hotel Ghasa (B/L/D).
Today the trekking is slightly long but it is a beautiful path. We bring the trek new way. We call Annapurna alternative routes. From a short walk from Marpha village, cross the Kali Gandaki River passing server place called Chimang, Saura, Kopchepani then cross the bridge to reach Kalopani (2530m). From Kalopani the trail goes down to Lete and continues down to reach Ghasa within 3-4 hours from Kalopani, overnight at lodge/guest house.
Day 13: Ghasa trek to Tatopani (1189m), overnight at Hotel Himalayan Inn or Hotel Dhaulagiri or similar hotel (B/L/D).
Today takes 5 to 7 hours. From Ghasa we walk a few minutes then cross the suspension bridge (left the road or you can continue walking on road). The trekking trails passing up and down the valley and small settlements called Kopche Pani reach Rupche Chhahara (hug Rupche waterfalls), continue to walk to Dana, Guithe etc. May we have lunch in Dana. From Dana to Tatopani takes 2-3 hours. After reaching Tatopani check in the hotel, change your clothes and go to a natural hot spring. There is a natural hot spring for two pounds so you can take a bath, rest and relax your muscles from many days' treks, Overnight at a hotel.
Day 14: Tatopani treks to Ghorepani (2850m) 6 hours, overnight at Hungry Eye or Hotel Sunny or similar hotel (B/L/D).
Today is long distance trekking so that we recommend starting early is the best. Start trekking at 7 AM, a challenging ascent up to Ghorepani. The treks bring you to follow the Kaligandaki River valley an half hour then start climbing all the way to Ghorepani, passing through Ghara, Sikha village, Phalate, Chitri and reach to Ghorepani. It takes 7-8 hours walking. We have lunch at Sikha village. Ghorepani, from where one can observe the best sunset view over the profile of Mt. Dhaulagiri and Annapurna includes Manaslu. Tonight we sleep early because next morning we wake up early for sunrise view from Poon Hill, less than one hour hike to reach, overnight at the hotel.
Day 15: Early morning visit Poon Hill (3210m) and trek to Tikhedunga (1575m) continues to Nayapul 6 hours and drive to Pokhara 1.30 hours, overnight Hotel Himalayan Inn or similar hotel (B/L).
4.30 AM wake up call, climb 1 hour to Poon Hilll (3210m) for sunrise view panoramic fantastic view. Poon Hill is one of the most breathtaking panorama view points in Nepal. We can see the Dhauligiri range continues to Manaslu ranges including the famous Mountain peak Machhapurche “Fishtail” and Manaslu ranges. After sunrise view return back to the Hotel and have breakfast then proceed down to Nagythati meaning open hut, Banthati meaning Jungle hut and Ullari one of the famous Magar villages. You have lunch in Ullari or 1.30 hour steeply down to Tikhedhunga the bank side of Burundi Khola. After lunch continues the trek to Nayapull passing through small places called Hille, Sudame, Ramghari and Birethati then reach Nayapul which is 3.30 hours. Our tourist coach is waiting for us in Nayapul. Transfer to the hotel in Pokhara, dinner, overnight at the hotel.
Day 16: Kathmandu - Travel to Kathmandu by tourist bus, 6-7 hours, 200km Hotel Thamel or similar hotel (BB).
6 AM wake up call, 6.30 drives to Dam side for the best view and drop to tourist Bus Park. At 7.30am start the bus ride down to Kathmandu, 6 hours drive 200 Km, the bus stop for breakfast and Lunch on the way. Upon arriving at the hotel in Kathmandu, we finished our trip overnight at the Hotel.
Day 17: Drop to Airport for your own way journey or next trip (B).
Today is the last day in Nepal. We drop you at the international airport as your own flight schedule. If you have time, last minute shopping, or the next trip.
