Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants, maximum 18 travelers
15 peopleMaximum group size
12 - 100 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
Strenuous
Highly demanding activities designed for individuals with excellent physical fitness.
Starts
Kathmandu, Nepal
Ends
Kathmandu, Nepal
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Highlights
Take in stunning Himalayan views.
Trek along the Kaligandaki Gorge; one of the deepest gorges of the world.
Traverse Thorong La Pass and view the stunning Annapurna Ranges from the top.
Stay the night in the Narchyang community Homestay.
View a sunrise from Poon Hill.
Meet local yak herders
Meet local yak herders
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1 breakfast, 1 lunch, 1 dinner Note: Allow USD410-535 for meals not included.
Transport
Bus, walking, 4WD Jeep.All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Guide
CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, trekking support staff.
Included activities
Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and GroupYour Local Living Moment: Narchyang Community Homestay, NarchyangEnglish-speaking local guide and full support team of porters and assistants for the Annapurna Circuit trekWalk along the Marshyangdi RiverVisit Bung chahara Water fallExperience the unique architecture of Bagarchhap regionExplore Manang village and hike to the stupaRelax in hot springs of Narchyang
Imagine trekking amid towering peaks and remote villages—the "Annapurna Circuit Trek" is one of Nepal’s most legendary hiking adventures. Over 18 days, this strenuous tour begins and ends in Kathmandu, guiding you through Pokhara, Sikha, Ghasa, and a dozen more destinations, with 13 days spent on challenging yet rewarding trails.
Ideal for young adults and experienced travelers with a taste for adventure, this trek covers six to seven hours of hiking daily through rhododendron forests, isolated hamlets, and sacred monasteries. Expert guides and support staff ensure safety and insight every step of the way.
The tour’s greatest strength lies in its authentic encounters with local communities, offering glimpses into traditional rural life and views of the Himalayas that few will ever see—a true bucket-list trip for passionate trekkers.
day 1 - Kathmandu
Arrive in Kathmandu at any time. Attend the group welcome meeting today and enjoy a brief orientation walk around Thamel.
Accomodation:Kantipur Village (or similar)
Included Activities:Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
Duration : 1.0 hr, Kathmandu Orientation Walk
Duration : 1.0 hr
day 2 - Kathmandu/Chamje
Travel through scenic landscapes, picturesque countryside, and small towns along the way to Besi Sahar. The group will arrive in time for lunch. After lunch, the group will take the local transportation to Chamje along a winding, narrow road. Spend the night at the teahouse.
Begin 13 days of challenging trekking in one of the highest mountain ranges on Earth. Experience stunning Alpine pastures, forests of rhododendron, temples, rural villages and local people, waterfalls, glaciers, and some of the most spectacular mountain scenery known to man. Today, the group will travel 20km on foot from Chamje to Bagarchhap. Ascend through forested areas of rhododendron (seasonal) and pine trees. Pass by waterfalls, traditional villages, and terraced fields of crops. For almost 2 weeks, we immerse ourselves into the spectacular mountain wilderness of the Annapurna Range. At 8,091m (26,545ft) Annapurna 1 is one of the highest mountains in the world. Its surrounding sister mountains are equally imposing, creating magnificent panoramas from any view point. Throughout the trek we come across isolated mountain communities, each observing different ancestral customs and traditions, resulting in not only a visually superb expedition but also a culturally rich one. Amid the rugged mountain scenery, we meet warm and welcoming locals herding yaks and goats on grassy pastures, and visit their monasteries and temples. Along the way, we see waterfalls of melted snow, cross icy rivers, broad plains, and high mountain passes and reward ourselves with a soak in natural hot springs (you've earned this!). The trekking is challenging, averaging 6-7 hrs a day, often at high altitudes. The highest point we reach, occurring on Day 9, is the 5,416m (17,769ft) Thorung Pass.
Given the dangers of altitude sickness, it is imperative that we take at least 3 days to ascend to this height. A couple of days are also allowed for rest and acclimatisation.
Accomodation:Royal Mountain Lodge (or similar)
Included Activity:Annapurna Circuit Trek Chamje to Bagarchhap
Duration : 8.0 hr - 9.0 hr
Distance : 20 km
day 4 - Bagarchhāp/Chame
Today, trek from Bagarchhap to Chame (2,670m, 8,760ft). Breathe in the fresh mountain air and climb up along the trail through dense pine and fir forests. Enjoy stunning views along the way of Manaslu and other peaks of the Annapurna range. Have lunch in Thanchok before continuing on to Chame, the district headquarters of Manang.
Accomodation:Marshyangdi Mandala (or similar)
Included Activity:Annapurna Circuit Trek From Bagarchhap to Chame
Duration : 6.0 hr - 7.0 hr
Distance : 16 km
day 5 - Chame/Pisang
Trek from Chame to Pisang (3,300m,10,827ft). Leave the village of Chame behind, walk out past the prayer wheels and cross wide rivers and pine forests on the way to Pisang. As you hike, enjoy stunning scenery, narrow canyons, and valleys with Annapurna Range as the backdrop. Have lunch in the small, beautiful village of Dhukur Pokhari. Arrive in Pisang and visit the village monastery.
Accomodation:New Tibet Lodge (or similar)
Included Activity:Annapurna Circuit Trek Chame to Pisang
Duration : 6.0 hr - 7.0 hr
Distance : 16 km
day 6 - Pisang/Manang
Trek from Pisang to Manang (3,540m, 11,614ft). Today, enjoy stunning views of Annapurna Range, pass through the village of Braga, with its ancient monastery from the 8th Century. Then, continue towards Manang village, passing through fields of barley and buckwheat.
Accomodation:Mountain Lake Lodge (or similar)
Included Activity:Annapurna Circuit Trek from Pisang to Manang
Duration : 6.0 hr - 7.0 hr
Distance : 17 km
day 7 - Manang
Enjoy an acclimatization Day in Manang. Set off on a short excursion hike to Gangapurna Lake sitting at 3550m and Choser View Point at 3700m. Have lunch in Manang and explore the village before hiking to a Stupa located in the hills outside of Manang.
Accomodation:Mountain Lake Lodge (or similar)
Included Activity:Manang Acclimatization Day
Duration : 0.0 hr
Distance : 3 km
day 8 - Manang/Yakkharka
Trek from Manang to Yak Kharta (4,018m, 13,182ft). Today, is a relatively short walking Day with only 9kms in distance covered. Trek slowly and climb higher as the trail passes through a sparse forest of juniper and scrub. After lunch in Yak Kharka, complete an acclimatization hike in the surrounding area.
Accomodation:Hotel Gangapurna (or similar)
Included Activity:Annapurna Circuit Trek from Manang to Yak Kharka
Duration : 6.0 hr - 7.0 hr
Distance : 9 km
day 9 - Yakkharka/Thorong Phedi
Trek from Yak Kharka to Thorong Phedi (4,450m, 14,600ft). Enjoy a short, but challenging hike today from Yak Kharka to Thorong Phedi. Begin with a gradual ascent through the alpine landscape and pass through pastures of grazing yak, small chortens, and streams en route.
Accomodation:Gangapurna Guest House (or similar)
Included Activity:Annapurna Circuit Trek from Yakkharka to Thorong Phedi
Duration : 3.0 hr - 4.0 hr
Distance : 6 km
day 10 - Thorong Phedi/Muktināth
Trek from Thorong Phedi to Muktinath (3,800m, 12,467ft). Today the group will reach the highest point of the trek. This is the toughest uphill walking day. Keep a slow steady pace and enjoy the views while hiking. After reaching the top of Thorong La Pass (5416m) the group will follow the trail as it descends steeply for several kilometers to Muktinath – an important pilgrimage site for both Hindu’s and Buddhists.
Accomodation:Hotel Bob Marley (or similar)
Included Activity:Annapurna Circuit Trek from Thorong Phedi to Muktināth
Duration : 10.0 hr - 11.0 hr
Distance : 18 km
day 11 - Muktināth/Ghasa
Trek for 2 km, then take a local bus from Muktinath to Ghasa, losing 1800m in elevation, and take a break from trekking for the day. On the drive, view the contrasting yellow hills against green farmland of the valley. See the Kaligandaki, the deepest gorge in the world. Witness the dramatic changes in landscape of the Kaligandaki River and journey past several picturesque villages.
Accomodation:See You Lodge (or similar)
Included Activity:Local bus from Muktinath to Ghasa
Duration : 2.5 hr
Distance : 57 km
day 12 - Ghasa/Narchyang
Trek from Ghasa to Narchyang today. Travel on foot through the Kali Gandaki Valley and the lower Mustang region of Nepal. Walk along the Kali Gandaki River and through lush forests of rhododendron, oak, and bamboo. Upon arriving at Narchyang, our host community members will welcome the group. Narchyang once used to be the gate for North Annapurna Base Camp Trekking route. But with the Annapurna Base Camp being shifted to south, the village has remained isolated and devoid of tourism for a long time. In order to boost the amount of visitors to the region, the community has recently been active through Narchyang Community Homestay and started welcoming trekkers to their homes. The community is mostly of Magar Culture and are known for their innocence, simplistic ways of life, and bravery.
Meal:Lunch and Dinner
Accomodation:Narchyang Community Homestay (or similar)
Included Activities:Annapurna Circuit Trek from Ghasa to Narchyang
Duration : 4.0 hr - 5.0 hr
Distance : 14 km, Narchyang Community Homestay
day 13 - Narchyang/Sikha
Today the group will ascend once again on the trek. Walk through the forests and terraced fields, and climb uphill admiring the stunning views of Annapurna South and Hiunchuli along the route. Reach a mesmerizing view of ascending levels of teahouses and lodges with the mountains surrounding. Today's hike will be 4-5 hours.
Meal:Breakfast
Accomodation:See You Lodge (or similar)
Included Activity:Annapurna Circuit Trek from Narchyang to Sikha
Duration : 4.0 hr - 5.0 hr
Distance : 11 km
day 14 - Sikha/Ghorepani
Today trek from Sikha to Ghorepani (2,860m, 9,137ft). The route is seeped in history and the views of Machhupuchare and the Himalayas from Ghorepani are absolutely unmatched on a clear day. View local villages, teahouses, and settlements along the uphill route.
Accomodation:See You Lodge (or similar)
Included Activity:Annapurna Circuit Trek from Sikha to Ghorepani
Duration : 4.0 hr - 5.0 hr
Distance : 8 km
day 15 - Ghorepani/Ramghai
Enjoy an early morning excursion to Poon Hill for sunrise. Then venture through Ghorepani to Ramghai, enjoying spectacular views of the Annapurna range along the way. Cross through forests, streams, and bridges to reach the final destination, Ramghai.
Accomodation:Ever Green Lodge (or similar)
Included Activities:Poon Hill Excursion
Duration : 3.0 hr
Distance : 4 km, Annapurna Circuit Trek Day from Ghorepani to Ramghai
Duration : 6.0 hr - 7.0 hr
Distance : 15 km
day 16 - Ramghai/Pokhara
Take a short hike from Ramghai to Birethanti where our bus will be waiting to take us to Pokhara. Rest and take a well-deserved shower in this lakeside resort town.
Accomodation:Hotel Queens Park (or similar)
Transport:Private Vehicle
Duration : 2.0 hr
Distance : 42 km
Included Activity:Hike from Ramghai to Birethanti
day 17 - Pokhara/Kathmandu
Return to Kathmandu. We travel back to Kathmandu where the rest of the day is free for shopping, sightseeing, or relaxing in one of the many rooftop cafés.
I found this trek to be such a beautiful introduction to the Himalayas. It was so nice to be supported by such a lovely team of guides and porters. I'll always be grateful for the experience facilitated by Tek, Yam, Ram, Dil, Deepak, Ganesh and Bile. Such kind, strong people! As someone who feels at home in the mountains I couldn't have asked for a better trip.
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Sandra MVerified Traveler
5.0 out of 5
Excellent
The whole team, from CEO to assistant guide to the porters, everyone went above and beyond for us to have the best time! I can only recommend the team and I happily travel with G Adventures again.
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Joan CVerified Traveler
5.0 out of 5
Excellent
Best and most challenging experience of my life. I enjoyed every part of it, even when I was suffering a bit. Loved the trek, the mountains, the forests, the tea houses, the food and the most important of all, our Nepali companions: our guides Trek and Jam and our amazing porters Ram, Bile, Ganesh, Deepak and Dil. Thank you again for such a wonderful time!
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Peter CVerified Traveler
5.0 out of 5
Excellent
Definitely the best solo holiday I ever took. If I'll go for an adventure holiday I won't hesitate at all to book it with G Adventures.
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MartinVerified Traveler
5.0 out of 5
Excellent
At 62 I had waited all my life to see Nepal and your trip exceeded my expectations. The team you assembled to deliver it were absolutely outstanding and the overall experience will stay with me to the day I die.
