This is one of the classic and most rewarding treks in Nepal which circles the Annapurna massif, starting at either Bhote Order or Gorkha, west of Kathmandu and ending at Pokhara. For most of the trek we have close views of Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, and the magnificent Machhapuchre. The high point of the trek entails crossing of the 5414m high Throng Pass, from the arid valley of the upper Manang, home of Tibeto- Buddhists, down to the Hindu pilgrimage site of Muktinath, and the Kali Gandaki valley, the worlds deepest river gorge, before heading down to Pokhara. Besides the mountain views, we encounter on this trek a variety of mountain communities of the Gurung, Manangi and Thakali people.

Itinerary:

Day 01 Kathmandu arrival/ transfer to hotel/ our represent will be at the airport to receive you on your arrival. Just look for Abbey Treks's banner.

Day 02 Kathmandu guided tour/ your guide will take around Kathmandu/ to show its back ground and history/ visiting temples, monasteries and colorful city itself gives you a picture of Nepal.
Trekking Start.

Day 03 Drive Kathmandu to Beshi Sahar Overnight in Hotel / Camp.
Day 04 Beshi Sahar to Nadi (1011m) Walk for about 6 hours towards Nadi through narrow tracks, suspension bridges ..and a deep river gorge.Overnight at Nadi.
Day 05 Nadi to Jagat (1314m) Walk for about 7 hours towards Jagat through the valley crossing several suspension bridges and passing several beautiful waterfalls land view the tower of Mt. Lamjung (22,291Ft.), Manaslu (26,760 Ft.) and Peak 29 (24,652 Ft.). Overnight at Jagat.
Day 06 Jagat to Dharapani (1943m.) Walking distance of about 7 hours from Jagat to Dharapani, entering Manang district from Taal and crossing a large bridge to Dharapani to stay overnight.
Day 07 Dharapani to Chame (2713m) The distance is covered within 6 hours. The trail now leads to the west in Manaslu .forming a splendid backdrop of Annapurna II appearing occasionally to the south. As we continue, Annapurana range offers a splendid view. Overnight at Chame.
Day 08 Chame to Pissang (3185m.) Keeping by the side of river all day for about 7 hours and passing through narrow and steep gorge reach Passing from where Manang Valley (a wide U - shaped valley) hanging between two giant snow peaks. Overnight at Pisang.
Day 09 Pissang to Manang (3351m.) After a 7-hour walk through trails and broad forested valley floor a small stool airstrip and a village of about 200 houses and Barge monastery which is the largest in the entire district and reach Manang.
Day 10 Rest in Manang for acclimatization A necessary day to rest and acclimatize and explore Manang. the village of about 500 flat.
Day 11 We branch away from the Marsyandi Khola steadily climbing into quiet distinct alpine areas. Camp/lodge at Kharka. 3800m/3 hrs.
Day 12 Thorong Phedi (4335m.), Crossing the Jarsang Khola we climb to a small grassy valley and camp. Approximately 3 hrs walk.
Day 13 Thorong Phedi (Rest day)
Day 14 Thorong Phedi to Muktinath (3798m.) Jomsom with beautiful snow mountains and no tree land ! It is gateway of Mustang trek. Those, having not good enough time to trek down all the way to Pokhra can fly to Pokhara-Kathmandu on the next day.
Day 15 Jomsom to Tukuche (2591 m.) 5/6 hrs. walk a valley dominated by Thakalis, Gurungs and Magars tribes, lunch at Marfa on the way.
Day 16 Tukluch to Ghasa (1970 m.) 5/6 hrs walk, a dramatic change in the surrounding with green vegetation and very beautiful view of Dhaulagiri and Annapurna region. Overnight at Ghasa.
Day 17 Ghasa to Tatopani (1189 m.) 5/6 hours walk, gradual descend to Tatopani through valleys, fields and the beautiful Rupse Chhahara (water falls) and then the time to have lunch at Dana village which is the deepest gorge in the world. Rest and overnight at Tatopani.
Day 18 Tatopani to Ghorepani (2793 m.) 6/7 hrs. walk, A challenging ascent upto Ghorepani. Lunch at Sikha village, and overnight at Ghorepani from where one can observe the best sun set view over the profile of Mt. Dhaulagiri and Annapurna.
Day 19 Rest at Ghorepani and Excursion to the Poon Hill The highest hill in the west in the whole trek , bird- eye view of Mustang and Pokhara valleys, also provides clear view of 30 snow-capped peaks including the Annapurna range and Dhaulagiri. Or walk to Tadapani at the afternoon for 4 hrs.
Day 20 Ghorepani/Tadapani to Ghandrung (1951 m.) 6/3 hours, with ups and downs towards Tadapani for lunch and camp at Ghandrung which is the biggest Gurung settlement with a closer view of Annapurna, Machhapuchhre and Hiunchuli.
Day 21 Ghandrung to Birethati (5/6 hours, walk downwards to Modi river) and drive back to Pokhara
Day 22 Drive or fly back to Kathmandu
Day 23 Day in Kathmandu on your own/ shopping.
Day 24 Drive to airport/departure or stay as your time permits.

Or day for rest in Pokhara/ prepare for rafting or Jungle trip/ Pokhara is good place to relax/ Clean/ nice and cool with lots of good restaurants.

Cost: Please contact us.
Minimum Group size: 2
Season: March to November
Grading: 4
Departure date: as per your convenience.

Included:

Kathmandu & Pokhara (as per itinerary) Trekking

all fees,
all transportation,
airport pick up/drops,
guided city tour,
hotel with breakfast
guide,
porter,
accommodation/ using lodge on the way,
all meals

all fees,
road transport/ one way flight as well.

Does not includes:

lunch & dinner in Kathmandu and Pokhara
rescue/ emergence and insurance cost
tips (usually people can keep US $2/day in total for tips and donation which is good amount)
personal equipment such as sleeping bags/ jackets (if you do not have we can arrange within US $1.00/day for two items).