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Annapurna Circuit & Nar Phu Valley Trek

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20 daysDuration
Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants
12 peopleMaximum group size
16 - 75 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
Challenging
Demands good physical fitness and stamina for more intense or extended activities.
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Highlights

Kathmandu, trekking in the Annapurnas, remote Nar & Phu Valleys, Tibetan mountain culture, cross 2 high passes (Kang La & Thorung La), majestic high mountain views

Itinerary

Ready to circle one of the world’s most iconic mountain ranges? The Annapurna Circuit & Nar Phu Valley Trek is a 20-day guided adventure for dedicated trekkers seeking diversity and remoteness. Start in Kathmandu, then forge a path through lush valleys, the culturally rich Nar and Phu Valleys, and across the high-altitude Thorung La and Kang La passes.

Stay in lodges and a monastery, witness panoramic Himalayan vistas, and explore both bustling trails and secluded Tibetan-influenced villages. After conquering the circuit, relax in the hot springs of Tatopani before returning to Pokhara and Kathmandu.

The tour’s special feature is its mix of classic Annapurna highlights and off-the-beaten-track exploration—offering a rewarding trek for those who want to go beyond the ordinary and experience Nepal at its most varied and awe-inspiring.

day 1Arrive in Kathmandu, transfer to hotel

After being welcomed at the airport and being transported to your hotel, our Encounters Travel rep will help settle you in and explain the agenda of your tour.

Accommodation
Kathmandu hotel

day 2Free day in Kathmandu. Optional City Tour is available

day 3Kathmandu to Besi Sahar

day 4Jeep from Besi Sahar to Koto (2600m)

day 5Trek from Koto to Meta (3560m)

day 6Trek from Meta to Phu (4080m)

day 7to acclimatise in Phu, optional hike to Himlung Himal base camp

day 8Trek from Phu to Nar Phedi (3490m)

day 9Trek from Nar Phedi to Nar (4110m)

day 10Trek to Ngawal (3660m) via the Kang La Pass (5320m)

day 11Trek to Manang (3500m)

day 12Trek to Yak Kharka (4050m) or Churi Leather (4200m)

day 13Trek to Thorong Phedi (4525m)

day 14Cross the Thorung La Pass (5416m) to Muktinath (3802m)

day 15Trek to Kagbeni (2850m) or Ekle Bhatti (2740m)

day 16Trek to Dhagarjung village (3200m)

day 17Trek to Marpha (2670m) via the Windy Pass (3472m)

day 18Jeep to Tatopani (1190m), afternoon in the hot springs

day 19Drive from Tatopani to Pokhara. Free afternoon

day 20Leave Pokhara and drive to Kathmandu

What's Included

Accommodation
All accommodation (4 nights in 3-star hotels, 16 nights in trekking lodges)
Meals
Breakfast at Kathmandu and Pokhara hotels
Transport
24-hour airport arrival & departure transfer service
Guide
Services of a trekking guide and porter(s) throughout the trek
Others
Private car for journeys to Besi Sahar and back from PokharaShared jeep from Besi Sahar to Koto and Jomsom/Marpha to PokharaInsurance for porters and guidesTrekking area permissions/permitsTrekking Pack Hire (Down Jacket, Sleeping Bag and Walking Poles)

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