Classic Annapurna Circuit Trek 20 Days
Classic Annapurna Circuit is a world-class trek around the Annapurna and an unforgettable odyssey through amazing diversity in landscape with a unique blend of ethnicities along the way. The mountains on display here include Annapurna I, 8,091m (26,545ft) the 10th highest mountain in the world and the first over 8,000 m to have been climbed. The French submitted it in 1950. Additional peaks featured here are Dhaulagiri, 8,167m (26,7795ft), the world’s 7th highest, Manaslu, 8,163m (26,781ft), the world’s 8th highest, and Machhapuchhre, 6,993m (22,943ft), a beautiful and sacred mountain that is off limits to climbing.
The Classic Annapurna Circuit Trek follows two major river valleys. The Kali Gandaki is considered the deepest valley in the world which lies along an ancient trade route to Tibet. The Marsyangdi River valley is also part of a trade route linking different people long before tourists arrived. Our Classic Annapurna Circuit Treks start with a short drive from Pokhara, the charming lakeside town with views of the Himalayas (we could also start with a drive from Kathmandu, whichever is more convenient). We will take new and unspoiled trails to keep away from road building in the area.
The high point is the Thorung La pass at 5,416m (17,769ft) and highlights include the ancient temple of Muktinath, a pilgrimage destination, relaxing hot springs, and age-old villages with traditional lifestyles. There is much to explore as we discover the Annapurna Circuit’s treasures!
There are many trekking program that includes the circuit of the Annapurna such as Annapurna Circuit Trek, Short Annapurna Circuit Trek, Tilicho Lake and Annapurna Circuit Trek, and Nar Phu Valley Thorong La Pass Trek.
Itinerary in Detail
DAY 02: Sightseeing of Kathmandu Valley
DAY 03: Drive to Besisahar and Bhulbhule
DAY 04: Trek to Chamje
DAY 05: Trek to Dharapani
DAY 06: Trek to Chame
DAY 07: Trek to Pisang
DAY 08: Trek to Manang
Day 09: Rest and acclimatization at Manang
Day 10: Trek to Yak Kharka
Day 11: Trek to ThorongPhedi
Day 12: Trek to Muktinath via Thorong La
Day 13: Trek to Jomsom Via Kagbeni
Day 14: Trek to Kalopani
Day 15: Trek to Tatopani
Day 16: Trek to Ghorepani
Day 17: Trek to Poon Hill and down to Hille
Day 18: Trek to Nayapul and drive to Pokhara
Day 19: Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu
Day 20: Transfer to the international airport for your final departure
