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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
Mar/Apr/May, Sep/Oct/Nov
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
Meals Breakfast
3
Day 3

4 to 5 hours drive
Meals Breakfast
4
Day 4

AcclimatizeAcclimatisation
Meals Breakfast
5
Day 5

4 to 5 hours trek
Meals Breakfast
6
Day 6

3 to 4 hours Trek
Meals Breakfast
7
Day 7

6 to 7 hours Trek
Meals Breakfast
8
Day 8

5 to 6 hours Trek
Meals Breakfast
9
Day 9

6 to 7 hours Trek
Meals Breakfast
10
Day 10

6 to 7 hours Trek
Meals Breakfast
11
Day 11

7 to 8 hours Drive
Meals Breakfast
12
Day 12

Meals Breakfast
13
Day 13

Meals Breakfast and Dinner
14
Day 14

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

Departure dates

14 days · fixed departures or your own dates
1traveller
3 departures
No date suits?Run it privately on any day.

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Traveler Reviews

Overall rating
5.0/5
Across 20 reviews of HSJ trips
Simon Purdy
Verified booking · Hiking from Pokhara: Dhampus -Australian Camp -Sarangkot
5.0

I booked my tour of Nepal from the UK. It was seamless and I was collected from the airport and a quick transfer to the hotel. The tour was amazing, spending time in Kathmandu, Pokhara and Sarangkot before returning to Kathmandu for my last night. As I wa…

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Nuno G
Verified booking · Annapurna Circuit Trek — 14 Days
5.0

Amazing views and our guide tiakaram was very helpful and funny 5 stars for him !! , amazing time I had . Me and my friend loved every bit of it

Felix B
Verified booking · Annapurna Circuit Trek — 14 Days
5.0

On our trek, we met the guide (Tikaram). He was accompanying a very nice Indian family in three generations were doing the trek. The oldest member of the family was 80 years old! An incredible achievement. I'm writing this review because we found Tikaram to be…

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Rhea A
Verified booking · Annapurna Circuit Trek — 14 Days
5.0

During my trek to Annapurna Base Camp, our guide stood out in the most unexpected and heartwarming ways. He wasn’t just leading us through rocky trails and snow-laced paths — he was quietly looking out for everyone. He’d carry people’s bags without being asked…

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