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Duration

10 Days
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Difficulty

Moderate
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Group Size

1-15 People
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Max Altitude

5,416m. / 17,769ft.
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Best Season

Spring & Autumn
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Activity

Trekking
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Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
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Accommodation

Teahouse & Hotel
Price starts US$ 790

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  • 1 - person
    US$ 875
  • 2 - 4 person
    US$ 790
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Trip Introduction of Short Annapurna circuit Trek 10 Days

Our shortest Annapurna Circuit Trek package is this one. The short trek around the Annapurna Circuit starts from Kathmandu. After taking a local bus to Besisahar, we will register our permits there. The next day, you will go to Chame via lovely local bus. We will make a halt in Dharapani on route to finish the Annapurna region trek permit requirements.

The journey starts in a peaceful forest and continues to Pisang from Chame. You will pass by the impressive Paungda Danda Rock en route. Once you get in Pisang, you will take a day off. You will hike to Manang the next morning, where you will be able to see Annapurna II, III, IV, and Gangapurna from the north. The next day, you will travel to Ledar after spending the night in Manang.

You will arrive in Ledar on the fifth day and proceed to Thorong Phedi on the sixth. One of the trek’s most thrilling days is day seven, when you will begin at Thorong Phedi, cross the Thorong La High Pass, and descend to Muktinath, a Buddhist and Hindu holy site. You will drive to Jomsom the following day after spending the night in Muktinath, and then go to Tatopani for the night.

The next day, you will travel by car through Beni Bazaar from Tatopani to Pokhara. You will go back to Kathmandu from Pokhara.

Highlights of Short Annapurna Circuit Trek

  • Standing at 5,416 meters, Thorong La Pass
  • Here in Yak Kharka, blue sheep
  • Magnificent views of Annapurna II, Annapurna IV, Tukuche Peak, Dhaulagiri, Lamjung Himal, Thorung Peak, Nilgiri, Chulu West, and Chulu East
  • The deepest Kali Gandaki Gorge in the world
  • Gorgeous waterfalls, gorges, glaciers, and lakes
  • See the holy site of Muktinath, which is revered by both Buddhists and Hindus.
  • Explore the stunning Manang district and engage with the locals.
  • The bustling market in Jomsom
  • See Manang’s largest monastery, Barge Monastery, and Tatopani’s hot springs.
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Detail Itinerary of Short Annapurna circuit Trek 10 Days - 10 Days

Day 1: Drive from Kathmandu to Besisahar (760m) duration 5-6 hours

We take a local bus to Besishar early in the morning after breakfast, which takes roughly five to six hours (190 km). The road leads to Besisahar, which is located along the Marsyangdi River, after leaving the valley along the scenic Trishuli River. You will view breathtaking terraced farms, charming villages, and stunning Ganesh and Manaslu snow peaks during your journey.

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Activity & Duration

Drive for 5-6 hours
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Highest Altitude

760m/2,493ft. (Besisahar)
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Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
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Accommodation

Teahouse

Day 2: Drive From Besisahar (760m) to Chame (2,710m) Duration 5-6 hours

We travel to Chame in a local Jeep. Along the Marsyangdi River, the bus route travels past a number of jungles and terrace farms. In order to register our permission, we will make a brief stop in Dharapani (1860m) after traversing the serene Jagat Bazaar. The primary starting place for the Annapurna Trek is Dharapani. After that, we keep traveling by bus till we arrive in Chame.

Along the Marsyangdi River, Chame offers a bustling bazaar and restorative hot springs. Looking back, you can see the Manaslu (8,154m) and Peak 29 (7,833m) in addition to the breathtaking vistas of Annapurna II (7,937m) and Lamjung Himal (6,932m) up the valley from Chame.

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Activity & Duration

Drive for 5-6 hours
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Highest Altitude

2,710m/8,891ft. (Chame)
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Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
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Accommodation

Teahouse

Day 3: Trek from Chame (2,710m) to Upper Pisang (3,300m) Duration 5-6 hours

Our actual route steps begin in Chame, where we first traverse a narrow and steep valley to see the Paungda Danda Rock face, a curving rock face that rises 1500 meters above the river. Along with Paungda Danda Rock, you will also enjoy clear views of Annapurna II in the south and Pisang Peak in the northeast. After that, we descend to the floor of the Manang Valley to arrive in Pisang, our goal for the day.

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Activity & Duration

Trekking for 5-6 hours
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Highest Altitude

3,300m/10,827ft. (Upper Pisang)
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Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
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Accommodation

Teahouse

Day 4: Trek from Pisang (3300m) to Manang (3,530m) Duration 6-7 hours

We continue traveling through Geru and the upper Pisang trails today. Because it offers a breathtaking view of the northern faces of Tilicho, Pisang Peak, Gangapurna, and Annapurna II, III, and IV, we chose this trek. As we climb, you will notice that the air is cold, dry, and harsh. This trail will take you past several Tibetan-style communities where you may learn about Buddhist culture before you reach Manang. The largest monastery in Manang, Barge Monastery, will be our quick stop.

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Activity & Duration

Trekking for 6-7 hours
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Highest Altitude

3,530m/11,581ft. (Manang)
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Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
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Accommodation

Teahouse

Day 5: Trek from Manang (3,530m) Yak Kharka (4,050m) to Ledar (4,250m) Duration 5-6 hours

Our fifth day of the path will be difficult because we will be climbing more than 500 meters. First, we travel to Tanki Manang, which is located in upper Manang Village. Stone-built homes with flat roofs can be seen in Tanki Manang, and as you go on, you will see that there are no other communities in the area.It is a place of loneliness. At last, you will cross the little settlement of Gunsang and reach Yak Kharka, a serene meadow. It was difficult to get to Yak Kharka, but it is easy to get to Ledar from there. We are going to Ledar for the night.

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Activity & Duration

Trekking for 5-6 hours
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Highest Altitude

4,250m/13,944ft. (Yak Kharka or Ledar)
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Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
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Accommodation

Teahouse

Day 6: Trek from Ledar (4,250m) to Thorong High Camp (4,920m) Duration 4-5 hours

Our trek today will be short, lasting three to four hours, as it helps with acclimatization. After leaving Ledar, we continue hiking until we reach Phedi (4,510m), where we cross the Jorsang River (4450m). In Nepali, the term “phedi” describes the foot of a hill. We make ourselves stay overnight at Thorung High Camp, which is 4,925 meters (16,158 feet) above sea level.

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Activity & Duration

Trekking for 4-5 hours
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Highest Altitude

4,910m/16,109ft. (Thorong High Camp)
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Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
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Accommodation

Teahouse

Day 7: Trek from Thorong High Camp (4,925m) to Muktinath Temple (3,860m) via Thorong La High Pass (5,416m) Duration 7-8 hours

Our seventh day of the journey will be the most difficult since we will be traversing Thorong La Pass, the highest point of the trek and one of the highest passes in the world. The vistas from the pass are well worth the early wake-up time of 4 am, but we must push ourselves against the frigid air and difficult high-altitude routes.

The Annapurna massifs may be seen when you turn around from the Thorong La Pass, which offers a view of the magnificent Himalayan peaks that stretch all the way to Tibet. We descend to Muktinath after taking in the sights from Thorong La Pass.

The steep slope will take three to four hours to complete. Muktinath is revered by both Buddhists and Hindus; the Buddhists call him Chumig Gyatsa, which means “Hundred Waters” in Tibetan. It is really cold in Kali Gandaki, the water that flows from 108 water shoots at the Muktinath Temple. You can also see the eternal flame that has been burning there for about two thousand years.

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Activity & Duration

Trekking for 7-8 hours
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Highest Altitude

5,416m/17,769ft. (Thorong Pass )
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Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
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Accommodation

Teahouse

Day 8: Drive from Muktinath (3,860m) to Jomsom (2,720m) and then Tatopani (1200m) Duration 4-5 hours

We take public transportation from Muktinath on the eighth day. The route leads to Jomsom by going down the valley. Soon, we shall reach Jomsom, the Mustang district headquarters, at the base of the Kali Gandaki river valley. The vibrant market in Jomsom is a wonderful contrast to the picturesque landscapes and small towns we had seen earlier. After taking a short break in Jomsom, we will take a local bus to Tatopani.

We will traverse the deepest valley in the world as we move from the arid high elevation area to the lowlands with verdant farmlands and jungle. Your bus journey ends when you reach Tatopani, where you may enjoy breath-taking views of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri Himalayan ranges. We can swim in the nearby hot springs before staying the night at Tatopani. (Tapopani means “hot water” in Nepali.)

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Activity & Duration

Drive for 4-5 hours
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Highest Altitude

1,200m/3,937ft. (Tatopani)
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Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
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Accommodation

Teahouse

Day 9: Drive from Tatopani (1200m) to Pokhara (850m) Duration 4-5 hours

We get up early from our Tatopani accommodation, catch a local ride, and travel to Pokhara. The trip will take about seven hours, and you will have to cross the lovely village of Beni Bazaar before arriving in Pokhara.

Pokhara is a tourist haven with about every convenience you could possibly need. We recommend that you plan your own meal and explore Pokhara. You must have missed your favorite meal for a very long time.

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Activity & Duration

Drive for 4-5 hours
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Highest Altitude

850m/2,789ft. (Pokhara )
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Meals

Breakfast, Lunch
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Accommodation

3 Star Hotel

Day 10: Drive from Pokhara (820m) to Kathmandu (1,350m) Duration 7-8 hours

Ultimately, you will take a tourist bus back to Kathmandu early on the tenth day. The 220-kilometer journey allows you to take in the natural landscape and farmlands as it first follows the Marsyangdi River and then the Trishuli River. After the bus completes one more ascent, you will return to Kathmandu. We hope your trip was unforgettable.

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Activity & Duration

Drive for 7-8 hours
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Highest Altitude

1,350m/4,429ft. (Kathmandu )
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Meals

Breakfast
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Cost Includes / Excludes

What is included?

  • Kathmandu – Besisahar _Chame transfers on a local bus/ Jeep, and  Mukthinath – Tatopani -Pokhara local Bus– Kathmandu transportation on a Tourist bus
  • One night hotel accommodation in Pokhara with breakfast
  • Three meals a day [Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner] during the trek
  • Accommodation During the trek
  • Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) entry permits and Trekkers Information Management System (TIMS) cards
  • Experienced English speaking, government licensed and ministry of tourism trained trekking guide with meals, accommodation, salary and insurance
  • Strong experienced helpers [porters] with meals, accommodation, salary, and insurance
  • Use of sleeping bag, down jacket, duffel bag
  • Comprehensive first aid medical kit carried by the guide / American medical association approved Oximeter
  • Everest Summit Treks & Expedirion T-shirt
  • Government taxes and official expenses.
  • Trip achievement certificate after successful trip completion.
  • Oxygen meter to check your pulse and oxygen saturation and heart rate twice daily (Very useful to check Altitude Mountain Sickness(AMS) symptoms) which will ensure your health during the trek.

What is excluded?

  • Meals whilst you are in Kathmandu & Pokhara – lunch, and dinner.
  • Nepal entry visa fee (easy to obtain the visa on arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport –
  • Kathmandu). $25 USD for 15-day visa.
  • Personal travel and medical insurance.
  • International airfare.
  • Your personal expenses.
  • All the alcoholic and nonalcoholic, soup, tea, coffee, hot chocolate, cocoa, mineral water, extra food, cold and hot drinks on trek
  • All desserts & sweet things like chocolate, cake, pie, pudding.
  • Hot shower and battery charging at the tea houses.
  • Tips for the guide, porter, and driver
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Detail information about the trip

Arrival (free airport transportation)

On your arrival, we will provide a complimentary private vehicle pickup from the airport and drop you off at your hotel; on your departure, we will do the same. Our agent will be at the Tribhuvan International Airport with a booklet with your name. After giving you a Khada or Marigold garland as a welcome gift, they will drive you to your accommodation. To use this free service, you must enter your flight information. We offer this service to help you feel less alone when you move to a new nation.

The beginning of the trek

You will arrive in Kathmandu at least one day before the trek departure date, which is before 3 pm. On the day of the trek departure, your trip leader will pick you up from the hotel and take you to the bus station, where you can catch a bus to Besisahar. Local transportation from Kathmandu to Besisahar, as well as from Besisahar to Chame, Muktinath (via Jomsom), and Tatopani, is included in the package. You can reserve a private jeep for extra money.

Accommodation

The 10-day Annapurna Circuit Trek consists of one night at the nicest hotel in Pokhara and lodge-to-lodge stays throughout the trekking areas. We choose the greatest lodging options anywhere.

In Besisahar, Chame, Pisang, Muktinath, and Tatopani, you will spend five nights in twin-sharing rooms with private connected bathrooms. At Manang, Ledar, and Thorong High Camp, you will also stay for three nights in regular twin-sharing accommodations. A hotel room with a TV, 24-hour power, hot water, laundry facilities, and an attached bathroom will be yours for one night in Pokhara.

Although they are not included in the program, two nights in Kathmandu before and after the trek might be necessary. There are many different hotels in Kathmandu to fit your preferences and price range.

Meals

You must consume adequate amounts of protein, carbs, and other nutrients because this hike takes you to high altitudes close to the highest peaks in the world. You may not have all the options you have in large cities, but we will give you wholesome cuisine.

In the trek area, we will provide ten breakfasts, nine lunches, and eight evenings. All meals are provided full-board. Western, Asian, and traditional cuisines are available as menu items. But the menu will get shorter as we move higher.

We strongly recommend eating fresh vegetables and drinking hot lemon, ginger tea, green tea, lemon tea, and garlic soup (essential) at high heights. We also recommend that you try some of the most popular Nepali foods, such as chow mein (noodles), dal (lentil), momo (dumplings), tarkari (curry), and bhat (rice).

Although trekking regions provide a wide variety of non-vegetarian meals, we do not recommend them because the meat may not be hygienic. We also recommend avoiding hot chocolate, dairy products, alcohol, and foods that contain caffeine.

Except for standard meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner with seasonal fruits), the package does not include any personal expenses for alcoholic beverages, hot beverages (tea, coffee, etc.), or cold beverages at tea houses, hotels, or cafés. Similarly, this package does not cover lunch or dinner in Pokhara.

luggage

We provide one porter for every two hikers, and a porter is only permitted to carry a total of 18 kilograms of luggage. That means that each trekker can only bring 9 kilos of luggage. Additionally, we anticipate that you will have a small backpack for your belongings. Please only bring the necessities. Your extra luggage can be left at our office store or at your hotel. For the duration of their walk, we provide our trekkers a complimentary luggage storage service.

An ordinary day

You will travel, climb, take in the sights, take pictures, and explore the nearby communities every day. Our knowledgeable Sherpa guide will provide information and historical details about the locations you will be traveling during the expedition or trek. The majority of your luggage will be carried by the porters. For your belongings, you might also need to bring a small backpack.

A hot cup of tea or coffee in the morning kicks off the day. Depending on the length and type of the walk, you will start your day’s walk between 7 and 8 am after breakfast. You will eat lunch around midday on the way to the next location after three to four hours of walking. After an hour of recuperation, you will resume your journey.

In general, the afternoon stroll lasts between two and three hours.
You can explore the region and eat the additional meal as soon as you get to the tea shop, tent, or overnight lodging.

It is roughly 6:30 p.m. when dinner is served. Before you go to sleep, you can have nice conversations. Your trip leader or guide will describe the plan of action for the next day. After this briefing, you can play games like Monopoly and cards on board or watch videos about mountaineering. Most of our guests also choose to learn common Nepali words. If you like to read, you are welcome to bring one or two books.

Tipping

Tipping is a means to express thanks and is accepted and respected in Nepali society. Trekkers are free to tip, and it should be determined by the length, cost, and quality of the services received. Tipping is suggested both individually and as a group at the end of the tour.

The Trek’s End

On the last day of your trip, you will travel from Tatopani to Pokhara by local transportation. On the way, you will leave the settlement of Beni Bazaar. Your adventure comes to an end at Pokhara. In Kathmandu, we will organize a farewell dinner.

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Price starts US$ 790

Special Savings and Discounts for Group Travelers!

  • 1 - person
    US$ 875
  • 2 - 4 person
    US$ 790
  • 4 - 9 person
    US$ 775
  • 10 over 9999
    US$ 750
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