This is one of the most famous trekking in the world and obviously of Nepal, though road construction is threatening its reputation and its future as a classic trek.This classic trek circles the cand in so doing offers a spectacular variety of people and landscapes, from lowland farming country to alpine meadows to the Tibet-like country on the northern slopes of the Himalaya. We start in the foothills at Besi Sahar and rise after 6 days to the settlement of Manang at 3500m where we acclimatise and enjoy the mountain views. We continue to ascend and on day 10 of the trek we cross the famous Thorung La, at 5416m, to Muktinath, an important pilgrimage site for Hindus and Buddhists.
From here we descend into the Kali Gandaki, with Annapurna and Dhaulagiri towering on either side. En route back to Pokhara we pass through the many beautiful hill villages that populate this ancient trading route between Tibet and India. We also visit the hot springs at Tatopani, and climb up Poon Hill, above Ghorapani, to enjoy magnificent mountain views. Accommodation and food is provided in the local lodges. Transport to Besi Sahar is by private coach and the return to Kathmandu from Pokhara is by air.
Day 01. Arrive at Kathmandu airport (1345meters). You will be met by our representative and transfer to hotel and a short brief about the trekking after refreshment.
Day 02. Drive from Kathmandu to Besishar.
Day 03. Trek to Bhaundada.
Day 04. Trek to Chamje.
Day 05. Trek to Bagarchhap.
Day 06. Trek to Chame.
Day 07. Trek to Pisang.
Day 08. Trek to Manang.
Day 09. Manang Acclimatization:
Day 10. Trek to Yak Kharka.
Day 11. Trek to Phedi or High Camp:
The trail Ascends to Phedi at 4420m. Then we decide whether we stay phedi or climb one hour more to high camp and stay there.
Day 12. Trek to Muktinath :
The trekking from Phedi or high camp We make the climb steeply that is regularly used and easy to follow. However, the problem may arise due to the altitude and snow. It often causes terrible problem to cross the pass if it is covered by snow. About four hours climb up to the pass marked by the chortens & prayer flags. As you reach the top, you are rewarded by the wonderful view from the top. And trek down to Muktinath.
Day 13. Trek to Kagbeni.
Day 14. Trek to Marpha.
Day 15. Trek to Ghasa.
Day 16. Trek to Tatopani.
Day 17. Trek to Shikha.
Day 18. Trek to Ghorepani.
Day 19. Trek to Hile.
Day 20. Trek to Nayapul and Drive from Nayapul to Pokhara.
Day 21. Drive back to Kathmandu.
Day 22. Transfer to international airport for your final flight departure.
Cost Includes
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