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Kathmandu: 8-Day Annapurna Circuit Trek via Thorong La Pass

By MTA Trekking Pvt. Ltd.
10 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is £383 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 8d
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages
Overview
  • Explore the picturesque village of Upper Pisang with stunning mountain views
  • Cross the Thorong La Pass and enjoy panoramic views of the Himalayas
  • Visit the sacred Muktinath Temple, a pilgrimage site for Hindus and Buddhists
Activity location
    • Kathmandu
    • Kathmandu, Bagmati Province, Nepal
Meeting/Redemption Point
    • Kathmandu
    • Kathmandu, Bagmati Province, Nepal

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From Kathmandu or Pokhara: 8-Days Standard Package
  • Activity duration is 8 days8d
    8d
  • English

This standard package can be started from both Kathmandu/Pokhara and covers everything, including shared ground transport, comfortable lodging x7 nights, trekking permits. Meals are not included, but you can buy yourself at every tea houses.

Price details
£382.96 x 1 Adult£382.96
Total
Price is £382.96
Until Fri, 13 Feb
From Kathmandu or Pokhara: 8-Day Full Package
  • Activity duration is 8 days8d
    8d
  • English

This full package includes a guide, pick up from any location in Kathmandu, 7 nights tea house in trekking, meals during the trek (Breakfast, lunch & dinner), transport, permits, taxes, fees, 1 night hotel in Pokhra, Luxury tourist bus to Kathmandu.

Price details
£492.38 x 1 Adult£492.38
Total
Price is £492.38
Until Fri, 13 Feb

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Hotel Pickup and Public bus to Besishar and Public Sharing jeep to Dharapani
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Public Bus from Jomsom to Pokhara
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Permits: Annapurna Conservation Area (ACAP) Permit & Government Permits
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Tea house Accommodation
  • What's includedWhat's included
    The Full Package includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Guides: Government-certified trekking guide
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    First aid kit provided
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    All food and drinks not included for STANDARD Package
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Mineral water, Tea coffee beside Breakfast, Hot water/ Hot shower
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Porter (available to hire for $20 per day)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Tips For Guide
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Tips for porter (if hired)

Know before you book

  • Not suitable for: People over 70 years, People with altitude sickness, Pregnant women
  • In accordance with UK consumer law, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

What you can expect

Day 1: Drive from Kathmandu to Chame via Besisahar (9–10 hours)
Start early from Kathmandu. Drive through towns, green hills, and winding roads to Besisahar. Switch to a local jeep for the 3–4 hour journey to Chame, enjoying rivers, forests, and village views. Arrive by evening and rest at a teahouse.

Day 2: Trek from Chame to Pisang (4–5 hours)
Begin trekking from Chame along pine forests and apple orchards. Cross a suspension bridge and ascend to Dhukur Pokhari for lunch. Continue to Pisang, with views of Annapurna II, IV, and Pisang Peak. Explore Upper and Lower Pisang before staying at a teahouse.

Day 3: Trek from Pisang to Manang (5–6 hours)
Trek through pine valleys to Braga and visit its hillside monastery if open. Cross suspension bridges and slopes before reaching Manang. Settle into a teahouse and enjoy Annapurna and Gangapurna views.

Day 4: Acclimatisation Day in Manang
Rest and acclimatise to prevent altitude sickness. Explore viewpoints, monasteries, and a cultural museum at a relaxed pace. Optional short hikes lead to glacial lakes with views of Gangapurna and Tilicho peaks. Return to your lodge for a hearty meal and good night’s sleep.

Day 5: Trek from Manang to Yak Kharka (4 hours)
Climb steadily past Tengi, meeting locals with pack animals. Stop for lunch in Gunsang with views of Annapurna II and IV. Continue through juniper forests to Yak Kharka and rest at a guesthouse.

Day 6: Trek from Yak Kharka to Thorong Phedi (4–5 hours)
Trek across alpine pastures with roaming horses and Himalayan griffons to Thorong Phedi, the base camp for Thorong La Pass. Cross a suspension bridge and rocky slopes. Arrive at Thorong Phedi and rest, preparing for tomorrow’s high-altitude crossing.

Day 7: Trek from Thorong Phedi to Muktinath via Thorong La (7–8 hours)
Start very early around 4 AM to avoid strong winds on Thorong La Pass at 5,416 metres. Enjoy snow-capped peaks and fluttering prayer flags. Your guide ensures safe crossing. Descend into the dramatic Kali Gandaki Gorge, one of the world’s deepest. Arrive in Muktinath, a pilgrimage site, and explore temples and shrines. Spend the night at a teahouse after this unforgettable day.

Day 8: Drive from Muktinath to Pokhara by Local Bus (9–10 hours)
Start early after breakfast for the scenic drive through the lower Mustang Valley to Pokhara, about 9–10 hours. Check into your hotel and rest. Afterwards, explore the lakeside streets, enjoy local or international food, and relax after completing your trek.

Location

Activity location
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    • Kathmandu
    • Kathmandu, Bagmati Province, Nepal
Meeting/Redemption Point
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    • Kathmandu
    • Kathmandu, Bagmati Province, Nepal