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Luxurious Annapurna Circuit Trek with Tilicho Lake

Duration
14 Days
13 nights
Max Altitude
5416m
Highest point
Difficulty
Challenging
3 out of 5
Group Size
1–14
people
Best Season
March/april/may, September/october/november
Activity / Day
5-6 hours

Trip Highlights

  • Breathtaking view of Annapurna Range
  • Crossing the high pass Thorung La (5416m)
  • Exploring world's hightest lake, Tilicho lake (4919m)
  • Explore the different Nepalese culture
  • Visit religiously important Hindu Temple Muktinath
  • Tibetan Plateau
  • Guided tour of UNESCO listed world heritage sites of Kathmandu Valley
  • Lush jungles and terraced fields on the way

Trip Overview

Overview

Annapurna Circuit Trekking is popular as one of the adventurous trekking trails in Nepal. Also being a classical trek in Nepal, it bridges two distinct regions, Annapurna and Mustang and offers holistic insights of both regions.This is an ideal trek who love thrills of adventure along with vegetated landscaped to the arid kingdom of Manang and Mustang. You will visit the world's hightes lake, "Tilicho Lake" which lies at 4919m altitude. One of the world’s highest passes, Thorung La Pass (5416m) offers us real ecstasy of the adventurous trek. Stepping into awe-inspiring landscapes, cascading waterfalls, ethnic settlements and most important, dry and rugged landscapes in the lap of Himalayas are strikingly amazing to experience during this trial.

Facts About Annapurna Circuit

Location | Central Nepal

Trek length | Generally 14-16 days- This Trek with Himalayan Social Journey is planned for 14 Days. 

Distance | this varies depending on route and whether you take optional side treks, but generally between 170km - 230km

Height of Annapurna 1 Main (the highest mountain in the Annapurna Massif) | 8091m

Highest point of the trek | Thorung La Pass - 5416m (17,769ft)

Journey Route to Annapurna Circuit Trek

Annapurna Circuit trekking commences from Manang after driving 2 days from Kathmandu. The trail then ascends along Kaligandaki Valley. We will also experience the deepest gorge, Kaligandaki Gorge. You will reach to world's hightest lake, Tilicho lake, which below the North Face of Tilicho and is extremely cold and shimmering in the light. Tilicho lake also has significance for Hindus and is mentioned in one of their holy scriptures. Gradually, the trail takes you to Thorang La Pass which offers you astounding views of mountain giants including Dhaulagiri and Annapurna massif. Then, the trails pass via arid valleys Manang and Mustang. Tatopani is one of the striking highlights of this trekking where we can dip our body into a natural hot spring. The experience will be, of course pleasing.

Muktinath is a prominent site to visit on this trek. It is a popular Hindu pilgrimage site. 108 water spouts and a natural flame which never goes out are prime attractions of Muktinath. The trek ends with our flight to Pokhara from Jomsom followed by a drive or flight to Kathmandu.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

14 days
1
Day 1

Your arrival to Tribhuwan International Airport and transfer to hotel. At evening orientation program at around 5 pm and welcome dinner at hotel's restaurant.

Meals Welcome Dinner
2
Day 2

8 to 9 hours drive

After warm breakfast, we will head towards Chame from Kathmandu. The drive is about 9 -10 hours and is full of the beautiful scenery of mountains, rivers and lush jungles. We pass through paddy and muddy fields witnessing the green hills, snowcapped mountains and beautiful waterfalls on the way. Leaving Besisahar, behind we head towards, Chame headquarter of Manang. Before reaching Chame, you will pass through Danaque and ascend a steep path up to Timang which lies at the bottom of Lamjung Himal. 

Meals Breakfast
3
Day 3

4 to 5 hours drive

Today, after a warm breakfast, we will drive towards Upper Pisang. After few hours of drive, we will reach to a beautiful valley with a great view of Annapurna II as well as Pisang Peak. Then, we will drive to Manang valley. From the ridge, you will get to see a wonderful Manang Valley and Tilicho lake. On the way, you come across a surface area from where you can get a breathtaking view of Annapurna III, and from the wide plains of Sabje Khola, you will get a beautiful view of Annapurna IV. 

Meals Breakfast
4
Day 4

AcclimatizeAcclimatisation

Acclimatization day. Today we spend a day acclimatizing in Manang. The whole day we spend by doing some fine day walks to Gangapurna Glacier or Annapurna III Base Camp or Monastery and overviewing the magnificent views around the village. And the daytime is best to gain altitude. 

Meals Breakfast
5
Day 5

4 to 5 hours trek

Your hike today takes you through pine trees on a comparatively simple route to the Tibetan town of Khangsar. Gungang Himal and Mt. Chulu make up the majority of the mountains that are with you today. After a short distance, you arrive to Shree Kharka, where you spend the night. 

Meals Breakfast
6
Day 6

3 to 4 hours Trek

Today, you will walk across the Annapurna region to the Tilicho Base Camp. Today's trail passes through landslide-prone areas, therefore caution is advised. Your journey consists of walking on a small path made of loose rocks, which makes today's trek relatively challenging. It is prone to landslides, so you must move slowly and carefully, making today's walk a little strenuous. The views of Tilicho Peak and neighboring mountains are breathtaking from Tilicho Base Camp. 

Meals Breakfast
7
Day 7

6 to 7 hours Trek

Today, early in the morning you will get up and head towards Tilicho lake. The first section of the trail is a steady ascent to Tilicho Lake. After few hours walk, you can see the gorgeous Tilicho lake, which is awaiting you, on the other side of the water shed. This lake is below the North Face of Tilicho and is extremely cold and shimmering in the light. Many of us will be in fascinated by the lake's beauty. Tilicho lake also has significance for Hindus and is mentioned in one of their holy scriptures. You will eventually head back to Shree Kharka after taking some time to take in the breathtaking vista. 

Meals Breakfast
8
Day 8

5 to 6 hours Trek

Today, you will ascend a steep trail through leaving Shree Kharka. You will cross along the Jarsang River eventually reach Yak kharkha which is pasture land for grazing Yaks and then reach Ledar. 

Meals Breakfast
9
Day 9

6 to 7 hours Trek

Today, you will leave behind Ledar and head towards High Camp. The trail is rough as we will be crossing through the narrow path over Kali Gandaki River. The trail is tough way straight up and down in few places. 

Meals Breakfast
10
Day 10

6 to 7 hours Trek

Today, is a little tough day, as you will be crossing Thorung La Pass. You will follow the trail to Muktinath. 

Meals Breakfast
11
Day 11

7 to 8 hours Drive

Today, you will visit the Muktinath for few hours. In Muktinath, you will visit Muktinath temple, one hundred eight water spouts and monastery. After a wonderful day in Muktinath, today you will take a private Jeep from Muktinath and drive to Pokhara. 

Meals Breakfast
12
Day 12

After breakfast, sightseeing tour in Pokhara city. You will have an option to do helicopter tour in Annapurna Base Camp. We can arrange it upon your request.

Meals Breakfast
13
Day 13

You will take an early flight to Kathmandu after your breakfast. Get freshened up in Kathmandu hotel and full day sightseeing tour of Kathmandu valley (Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath, Swoyambhunath, and Patan Durbar square). In the evening 30 minutes spa and farewell dinner at hotel.

Meals Breakfast and Dinner
14
Day 14

After an early breakfast, our representative will drive you to the airport for your flight to your country Or you may join your next trip. 

Meals Breakfast

What’s Included

Included
Airport pick up and drop
Accommodation in Kathmandu at Himalayan Suite Hotel (1st night) and Gokarna Forest Resort (last night) and Pokhara (Pokhara Grande or similar) in twin sharing bed and breakfast basis
Transportation by private transportation from Kathmandu - Besisahar - Chame - Manang and Muktinath – Pokhara
Pokhara- Kathmandu flight
Accommodation in best possible lodges with breakfast during the trekking in twin-sharing basis
Meals, accommodation, insurance and other expenses of trekking crew
Guided sightseeing tour in Kathmandu and Pokhara
TIMS and necessary permit for trekking
Necessary equipment (sleeping bag and duffle bag if necessary) during the trek
Welcome and Farewell Dinner
All government taxes and office expenses
Not Included
Lunch in Kathmandu and lunch and dinner in Pokhara and trekking days
City sightseeing entry fees in Kathmandu (NRs 200+ 400+ 1000+1000)
Tipping to guide, porter and driver
Personal expenses
Anything that is not mentioned in inclusion list

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Traveler Reviews

Overall rating
5.0/5
Based on 20 reviews
Taher
Verified booking
5.0

Really excellent day! Rajan was my tour guide and he was excellent. Explained every historical site and the background behind it and was very informative the whole day. He made sure I was ok always, gave good reccomendations for delicious food and we got to sp…

Dave
Verified booking
5.0

We really enjoyed our tour of the 7 UNESCO sites today. Dipendra was very informative and told us all about the history and fascinating facts of the many temples we visited. This is a full day trip and I would recommend it to anyone visiting Kathmandu.

Greg
Verified booking
5.0

A great way to see all of the important sites in Kathmandu in just one day! The guide, Dipendra was great! Informative and funny!

Gloria
Verified booking
5.0

Dioendra our guide was terrific!!! Professional, punctual, very knowledgeable We visit 7 UNESCO sites and spend several hours knowing the fascinating and magical Nepalese culture…. Wonderful time !!! Highly recommended this tour with Dioendra!!