10 Days Short Annapurna Circuit Trekking
Nepal
Trip Highlights:
- Cross the iconic Thorong La Pass (5,416m) – one of the highest trekking passes in the world.
- Explore the cultural highland villages of Manang, Pisang, and Muktinath.
- Panoramic views of Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Manaslu, and Tilicho Peak throughout the trail.
- Experience dramatic landscapes ranging from lush forests to alpine desert.
- Visit the sacred Muktinath Temple, a pilgrimage site for both Hindus and Buddhists.
- Walk scenic trails along the Marshyangdi and Kali Gandaki valleys.
- Experience warm hospitality from Gurung, Thakali, and Tibetan-influenced communities.
- A shorter, rewarding version of the classic circuit for trekkers with limited time.
Trip Facts:
| Price : |
Starting From
US$ 575
/ person
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| Group Size : | 1-20+ | |||||||||||||
| Duration : | 10 Days | |||||||||||||
| Trip Mode : | Private Vehicle/ Shared Vehicle | |||||||||||||
| Level : | Moderate | |||||||||||||
| Max Altitude : | 5416m | |||||||||||||
| Best Season : | Sep-Nov/Late Feb-May | |||||||||||||
| Accommodation : | Tea House/Lodge | |||||||||||||
| Meal : | Breakfast+Lunch+Dinner | |||||||||||||
| Start|End : | Kathmandu |
Outline Itinerary:
- Day 1: Drive from Kathmandu to Besisahar - west of the Kathmandu Valley
- Day 2: Drive From Besisahar to Chame
- Day 3: Trek from Chame to Upper Pisang
- Day 4: Trek from Pisang (3,115m / 10,200ft) to Manang
- Day 5: Trek from Manang through Yak Kharka to Ledar
- Day 6: Trek from Ledar (4,200m / 13,779ft) to Thorong Phedi
- Day 7: Trek from Thorong Phedi to Muktinath Temple via Thorong La High Pass
- Day 8: Drive from Muktinath to Jomsom and then to Tatopani
- Day 9: Drive from Tatopani to Pokhara
- Day 10: Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu
What's include?
- Pick-up or Drop-off service from and to Airport (in our own vehicle)
- Pre-trek briefing In Kathmandu Nepal Lion Treks office
- Tourist Bus from Kathmandu to Besisahar and Pokhara to Kathmandu
- Sharing Jeep from Besisahar to Chame , Jomsom to Tatopani - Pokhara
- Food all along the trip (Main course:- Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) and a cup of coffee or tea)
- Teahouse/ Lodge accommodations during the trip with family environment
- One licensed trekking guide speaking English, Chinese, Korean, or Hindi, and Nepali
- 1 well-experienced English-speaking assistant guide if the group size exceeds 5+ persons.
- Transportation, food, accommodation and insurance of Guide during the trip
- Down jacket, all-season sleeping bag and duffel bag(in case if you dont have your own must be returned after completion of the trip)
- All necessary permits: Annapurna Conservation Area Permit and Trekkers' Information Management System (TIMS) fee.
- All applicable taxes are as per the government rules and regulations.
- First Aid Medical Kit (Carried by the guide) Aarogya PC-303 Portable Vital Signs Monitor Device
- Nepal Lion Tours and Trek's appreciation certificate after the successful trek
- Welcome or farewell dinner in Kathmandu at a cultural restaurant(complimentary)
What's exclude?
- International Airfare, Visa Charges and Travel Insurance
- Meals and Accommodations in Kathmandu
- Personal Expenses such as shopping, bar bills, hot shower, telephone, laundry, titbits etc
- Services not mentioned or not promised by the agent/agency
- Emergency expenses such as expenses on charted helicopter
- Tips for Guide, Porter and Driver
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