The Annapurna Circuit is a trek within the Annapurna mountain range of central Nepal.The total length of the route varies between 160–230 km (100-145 mi), depending on where motor transportation is used and where the trek is ended. This trek crosses two different river valleys and encircles the Annapurna massif. The path reaches its highest point at Thorung La pass (5416m/17769 ft), touching the edge of the Tibetan plateau.
Practically all trekkers hike the route anticlockwise, as this way the daily altitude gain is slower, and crossing the high Thorong La pass is easier and safer. The mountain scenery, seen at close quarters includes the Annapurna Massif (Annapurna I-IV), Dhaulagiri, Machhapuchhre, Manaslu, Gangapurna, Tilicho Peak, Pisang Peak, and Paungda Danda. Numerous other peaks of 6000-8000m in elevation rise from the Annapurna range. The trek begins at Besisahar or Bhulbhule in the Marshyangdi river valley and concludes in the Kali Gandaki Gorge. Besisahar can be reached after a seven-hour drive from Kathmandu.
Trip Itinerary
Welcome to Kathmandu Airport! Meet the Luxury Hikes Nepal representative and transfer to your hotel. In the evening, receive a pre-trip briefing and orientation from our expert guide.
On this day, LHN offers sightseeing in Kathmandu with a tour guide. Visit the UNESCO sites: Pashupatinath Temple, Bouddhanath Stupa, Kathmandu Durbar Square, and Patan and Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple). After finishing this sightseeing, you may take the opportunity to buy the needed trekking gear before heading up for the adventure. Our professional guide assists you with whatever is necessary for you.
Meals Included : Nil | Total Duration : 4-5 hrs
Transfer to the Airport for the scenic flight to the Tenzing – Hillary Airport
In Lukla. From Lukla, begin hiking to the ethnic Sherpa settlement village, Phakding. The trail descends to follow the Dudh Koshi, the river that flows down from the Himalayas, crossing hanging bridges along the way. Pass camps and keep an eye out for the mani stones, and boulders carved with Buddhist inscriptions.
Overnight: Phakding (8564ft), 1night | Meals included: L - D | Trek distance: 8km/4.9mi
Head to Namche Bazar, the gateway to the Everest region trek. Today will hike mostly uphill with several steep sections and a few narrow suspension bridges over the Dudh Koshi River. The trail ascends through pine trees gradually and offers occasional views of the snow-capped peaks in the distance.
Overnight: Namche Bazar (11287ft), 2nights / Meals included: B - L - D / Trek distance: 11km/6.7mi
A historic trading hub, famous for its homemade yak cheese and butter, Namche is situated on the slope of an arc-shaped mountain, with amazing views of giant Himalayan peaks from anywhere in the valley. On this day, do a short hike to Syangboche (3780m) and spend the rest of the time wandering around Namche Bazar. Namche Bazar offers coffee shops, ATMs, and many restaurants. Get opportunities here to learn about Sherpa culture and traditions.
Meals included: B - L - D
The trail leads away from Namche Bazar through an unbelievably beautiful route. Woods, pine trees, rhododendron forests, and suspension bridges across the river make your walk wonderful. Tengboche is a small village, and home to the world-class Tengboche monastery.
Overnight: Tengboche (12664ft), 1night / Meals included: B - L - D / Trek distance: 10km/6.2mi
