Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu (1350 M).

Arrival in Kathmandu, depending on your flight times. Welcome by your local guide at the airport exit with a sign from the agency and transfer to your hotel.

Briefing and presentation of the course of the stay. In the event of arrival in the morning, day of rest or possibility of visiting the tourist district of the Thamel, for those who wish, your hotel is in the heart of the tourist city.

Day 2: Kathmandu (1350 M) to Besisahar (760 M) to Jagat (1310 M)

Early wake up, breakfast at the hotel then drive along the Trisuli River. Stop for lunch then continue the drive to Besisahar for a change of vehicle. The journey continues by local jeep on the track leading to Jagat. Arrival in Jagat, dinner and overnight stay.

The journey between Kathmandu – Besisahar is by private transport and Besisahar to Jagat by jeep or local bus.

- About 4 to 5 hours’ drive to Besisahar (172km tarmac road)
- About 2 hours’ drive to Jagat (34km on track)

Day 3: Jagat (1310 M) to Dharapani (1960 M)

Today’s departure is around 7 am. We cross small Nepalese villages whose population is originally from Tibet. After crossing the suspension bridge of the Marsyangdi River, we climb towards the beautiful village of Tal surrounded by waterfalls. After the lunch break, a gentle climb up to Dharapani, the village of the typical Tibetan and Nepalese populations with its wooden houses, its manis walls and its prayer flags.

Day 4: Dharapani (1960 M) to Chame (2670 M)

This morning, we start around 8 am. We start our day with a gentle climb to the village of Bagarchap. Before entering the village, you can enjoy a magnificent view of Mt. Annapurna II which peaks at 7,937m. A beautiful little village, its manis walls and prayer flags decorate your pleasant morning. We continue the climb in a tropical forest before arriving at the village of Timag with a superb, beautiful view of the peaks of Manaslu, Annapurna II, Lamjung Himal. We stop at Thanchok for lunch, then easy walk to reach the capital of Manang where we settle for the night. In the afternoon, there is the possibility of taking a short walk or enjoying a bath in the hot springs nearby (see with your guide on site).

Day 5: Chame (2670 M) to Pisang (3200 M)

Today is an easy day of walking in a forest dominated by impressive cliffs, a very gradual climb through villages and terraced crops. Lunch at Dhukur-pokhari, beautiful view of Annapurna II, Pisang peak, Chulu far east. After lunch, continue walking to Pisang. Arrival and installation then in the afternoon visit the old village of Pisang and its recently built monastery. Superb view of the peaks of Annapurna north face then descent to Pisang village.

Day 6: Pisang (3200 M) to Ngawal (3660 M) to Manang (3450 M)

Breakfast. Today we leave a little earlier. This day will allow you to discover the Annapurna massif north face, we gradually climb towards the village of Ngawal passing through the village Gyaru from where you can have a superb view of the enormous glacial barrier of the northern slopes of Annapurna II, III, IV, Pisang peak and Tilicho peak. On the right are the massifs of Chullu, Gangapurna, Tarke Gyang. The landscape is exceptional. Lunch break in Ngawal in front of the giant peaks then descent towards Braga, a very beautiful village then arrive at Manang.

Day 7: Manang (3450 m) to Ledar (4200 m)

After breakfast, a leisurely departure to the village of Yak kharka. Short and easy stage but we are at an altitude of over 4000m. Arrival in Yak kharka, lunch break, then continue walking to Chauri ledar where we settle into the lodge. In the afternoon, the bravest will can climb the hill of over 300m of altitude difference to enjoy a panoramic view of the summit of Annapurna 8000m.

Day 8: Ledar (4200 m) to Chulu West Base Camp (4900 m)

Head towards Chulu West Base Camp (4900m).

Day 9: Trek to High Camp (5600 m)

Heading towards high-altitude camp, meal then a final preparation for the rest of the adventure.

Day 10: Ascent of Chulu West (6419 m) to Base Camp (4900 m)

The goal of this day is to reach the Chulu West Peak. You will wake up early. Depending on the weather conditions, your guide will give you details about the climb: no major technical difficulties but a slope of about 40°/45° and a small rocky passage towards camp one where you are equipped with a fixed rope. Return by the same path, long descent.

Day 11: Base Camp (4900 m) to Thorong Phedi (4525 m)

Heading towards Thorong Phedi. Another short stage but with a high-altitude level. Arrival at Thorong Phedi for lunch. A night in Phedi is essential before crossing the Thorong la pass. Try to rest as much as possible in preparation for the long day the next day.

Day 12: Thorong Phedi (4525 M) to Thorong La Pass (5416 M) to Muktinath (3760 M)

Today our goal is to cross the Thorong La Pass which peaks at 5,416m. Very early wake-up, breakfast before a steep climb of about an hour to the high camp then a gradual climb to the 2nd tea shop. We stop for a good black tea then continue walking towards the Thorong pass. Here we are at the summit, you are in the heart of the Himalayas at the highest point of your trek, surrounded by the most beautiful and highest peaks. A few photos for the souvenir then a long descent to Muktinath the pilgrimage site, arrival, installation.

Day 13: Muktinath (3760 m) to Lupra (2790 m) to Jomsom (2710 m)

Last day of walking. We are at the gates of Mustang, the villages of Muktinath and Kagbeni are the first gateways to this valley. The landscapes open onto the Tibetan plateaus and offer a new view of Mt. Dhaulagiri, Tukuche peak, Nilgiri. Short climb to a pass then descent to Lupra, then to Jomsom.

Day 14: Jomsom (2710 m) to Pokhara (820 m)

According to flight schedules, unforgettable mountain flight between the two highest peaks. Flights to Pokhara are subject to weather conditions. In case of flight cancellation or flight unavailability, you will travel from Jomsom to Pokhara by land depending on the availability of means of transport either by bus or local jeep. In this case it takes more than 9/10 hours to reach the city. (6 hours of track and 3 hours of tarred road approximately).

Arrival in Pokhara, transfer and installation at the hotel, in the afternoon possibility of free activities on Lake Fewa: walks, boat navigation on the lake, paragliding, visit of the temple on the lake and / or shopping!

Day 15: Pokhara (820 M) to Kathmandu (1350 M)

After breakfast, departure by road to reach Kathmandu. The journey allows you to enjoy one last time the rice fields and fields of crops as well as the Trisuli River. Break for lunch, then continuation of the journey. Arrival around 3/4 p.m. and installation at the hotel. It is possible to take advantage of the Thamel district to make souvenir purchases.

Day 16: Departure for Home

As per schedule, return flight to your destination. Your guide will take you to Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu for your departure.

Additional Circuit Information: 

• The walking time is given as an indication, it is an estimated average. Good physical condition is essential for this trekking. Depending on the weather conditions and the physical condition of the group, the guide may have to modify the program if necessary.
• If you wish to extend your stay in Kathmandu at the end of the trek or before the trek, we will be happy to help you plan the rest of your program.