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This 3-week-long trek climbs from lowland villages surrounded by lush fields
and forests up through the mountains into the desert-dry trans-Himalayan
region that lies on the edge of the Tibetan Plateau and then back again.
Along the way, trekkers pass through the villages of several ethnic groups.
Many veteran trekkers still consider the 200-mile Circuit the ultimate
long-distance trek in Nepal, even though there is fairly high trekking
traffic on the Circuit these days. |
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The route encircles the
Annapurna Range a collection of massive, snow-covered summits, many over 26,000
feet. While walking on the Annapurna circuit trekking route, you will encounter 17,000-foot passes,
glaciers, the world's deepest valley, pine forests, rice paddies, tundra, remote
villages, and ancient monasteries. Most trips start up the Marsyandi River, then
continue north in the wooded Manang Valley through Chamje, Pisang, and Braga (or
other villages in the valley). You must take your time initially, getting used
to the elevation. Midway through the trip, you will encounter 17,771-foot
Thorong La Pass, one of the most formidable passes in trekking. It may sound
crazy to suggest starting up the pass in the middle of the night, but when you
clear the pass at daybreak, the reward for your questionable sanity is a
breathtaking view of the world's tallest mountains glowing in the pastel light
of dawn.
On the other side of the pass, it is a steep descent to the Hindu and Buddhist
shrines at Muktinath (12,500 feet). From there, you pass through the Kali
Gandaki Gorge, a rugged valley three times as deep as the Grand Canyon. As you
descend the Kali Gandaki towards Pokhara, there are continuous views of
26,796-foot Dhaulagiri, and other 20,000 peaks in the Annapurna. Take
time to enjoy the view, as Pokhara is the last stop on the circuit before
returning to Kathmandu.
Day 01. Arrival in Kathmandu and check-in to Hotel
(A)
Day 02. Sightseeing Kathmandu Valley
(A, B)
Day 03. Kathmandu to Beshishar (823m) by Bus, (7 - 9hrs)
(A, B, L, D)
Day 04. Beshishar to Bahundanda (1311m), (6 - 7hrs)
(A, B, L, D)
Day 05. Bahundanda to Chamjee (15035m), (6 - 7hrs)
(A, B, L, D)
Day 06. Chamjee to Dharapani (1943m), (5 - 6hrs)
(A, B, L, D)
Day 07. Dharapani to Chame (2713m), (5 - 6hrs)
(A, B, L, D)
Day 08. Chame to Pisang (3185m), (5 - 6hrs)
(A, B, L, D)
Day 09. Pisang to Manang (3351m), (5 - 6hrs)
(A, B, L, D)
Day 10. Manang - rest day to acclimatize (day trip from Manang 5hrs)
(A, B, L, D)
Day 11. Manang to Yak Kharka (4195m), (4 - 5hrs)
(A, B, L, D)
Day 12. Yak Kharka to Phedi (4430m), (4 to 5hrs)
(A, B, L, D)
Day 13. Phedi to Thorong-La (Pass), (5416m) and Mukthinath (3802m), (9 - 10hrs)
(A, B, L, D)
Day 14. Mukthinath to Kagbeni (2845m), (2-3 hrs) to balance your long trip from
the top
(A, B, L, D)
Day 15. Kagbeni to Marpha (2667m), (5 - 6hrs)
(A, B, L, D)
Day 16. Marpha to Ghasa (2013m), (5 - 6hrs)
Day 17. Ghasa to Tatopani (Hot Springs), (1189m), (5 - 6hrs)
(A, B, L, D)
Day 18. Hot Springs – day of rest and relaxation with hot springs bath
(A, B, L, D)
Day 19. Hot Springs to Ghorepani (2856m), (8 - 9hrs)
(A, B, L, D)
Day 20. Ghorepani (early morning hike to Poon Hill for sunrise!) to Tadapani
(2600m), (4 – 5hrs)
(A, B, L, D)
Day 21. Tadapani to Ghandruk (1951m), (3 - 4hrs)
(A, B, L, D)
Day 22. Ghandruk to Naya Pul (1093m), (3 - 4hrs) and drive to Pokhara by car
(950m), about 1 hour
(A, B, L, D)
Day 23 Pokhara to Kathmandu by bus (1395m)
(A, B)
Day 24. Depart from Kathmandu
(A)
(Abbreviation: A - Accommodation, B - Breakfast, L - Lunch, D - Dinner)
Annapurna Circuit trekking detail itinerary
Tour Prices:
Note:
Above given is sample itinerary and are subject to change
to suit your schedule.
If you do not want all the
activities listed in the package, we are always
flexible to provide you the personalized package as
per your schedule requirement.
If
you like to replace Tented/Camping Trek instead of
"Lodge Trekking",
the price is increased by 25 percent in given price of
"Lodge
Trekking"
Given
prices will remain valid till 31.12.2006.
All itineraries as well as price
are subject to change without prior notice until your reservation of this trip
with us.
We
emphasize
on private trips for couples, families, small
groups of friends and individuals.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS BY
OUR CUSTOMERS:
Q:
What type of shape do I/we need for
this trekking trip?
This trekking is suitable for average healthy people who are moderately fit,
thus no previous high altitude experience is required. To get condition for
the trek, some physical fitness programs such as running, swimming, hiking
or such activities are recommendable before you start on your journey. Those
suffering from pre-existing diseases must seek medical advice before
considering this trekking. Please
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Q:
Do we need any mountaineering
experience to success this trekking?
No, absolutely not. Mountaineering experience
is required as long as you're in your sound physical shape & have a sense of
adventure will enjoy this trek.
Q:
Is there any possibility of dangers
such as kidnapping, robbery etc. in during trekking?
Nepal is safe country to travel and trekking.
As an trekking company, we do take every precaution to ensure the comfort
and safety of your travel and trekking in Nepal.
Q:
When you have started this business,
how long experience do you gained in this business?
We are incepted in 1990 and started this
business from 1998. Since then, we are smoothly conducting trekking business
with providing best holiday services to our valuable clients. You are
requested to
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click here for our complete registration documents from Nepal government
authorizations.
Q: Do you have
customers' reference trip in this area?
Yes, we
have! Please
click here to get our pas customers' Annapurna Trekking Testimonials
page.
Q. Do you have
any extend this trip service with this trip?
Yes, we have. Among them, some
are provided in following links. the different colored is extensional tours.
Please feel free for more information and price of extended tours.
Please
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