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Trekking in Annapurna Region

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Fixed Departures 2008

THE ANNAPURNA CIRCUIT TREK – 17 DAYS

The Annapurna Circuit is the popular name for a 300 kilometre trek in Nepal around the Annapurna mountain range in the Himalayas. And Annapurna circuit Trek is a magnificent trek which follows the Marsyangdi Khola from the subtropical lowlands to the Manang basin, and then crosses the Thorung La before descending to the deepest gorge in the world, the Kali Gandaki. The range of the Annapurna circuit is rich in variety and vistas, from the lush green rice paddies of the Marsyangdi to the arid high-altitude Himalayan interior, and it's ecological and cultural diversity provides the complete trekking experience. Along the way, The magnificent mountain scenery, seen at close quarters includes Annapurna 8,091 metres which was the first 8,000 metre peak to be climbed, the magnificent ice pyramid Dhauligiri 8,167 metres, once the home of the legendary Buddhist guru Padmasamba, and Machhupuchhare 6,993 metres, considered by many to be the most beautiful mountain in the world.

After crossing the Thorung La and descending through Muktinath to Jomsom, a short but spectacular flight will take you along the Kali Gandaki Valley to Pokhara.

Outline Itinerery

Trip Facts

Day 01 - Arrival in Kathmandu.
Day 02 - Sightseeing in Katmandu.
Day 03 Drive to Besi Sahar [820m]
Day 04 Trek to Khudi [790m]
Day 05 Trek to Bahundanda [1310m]
Day 06 Trek to Jagat [1290m]
Day 07 Trek to Dharapani [1920m]
Day 08 Trek to Chame [2630m]
Day 09 Trek to Pisange [3190m]
Day 10 Trek to Manang [3520m]
Day 11 Rest day in Manang [3520m]
Day 12 Trek to Letdar [4250m]
Day 13 Trek to Thorung Phedi [4500m]
Day 14 Trek to Muktinath [3800m]
Day 15 Trek to Jomsom [2713m]
Day 16 Flight to Kathmandu via Pokhara
Day 17 Depart Kathmandu

Trip duration: 17 Days
Grade: Moderate to fairly challenging
Activity: Sightseeing and trekking
Starts in: Kathmandu
Ends in: Kathmandu
Trek type: FOT/TH/GAP
Accommodation: Hotel and Lodge (tea house)
Transportation: Flight, private car or tourist bus
Maximum altitude: 5416m

[FOT: Fully Organized Trek or Camping Trek
TH: Tea House (Lodge)
GAP: Guide, Accommodation & Porter]

NOTE:
Your itinerary is just a guideline and we have not included any rest day in Pokhara. Since the trek ends in Pokhara, one of the most popular tourist destinations in Nepal, it would be nice for you to spend a day or two in this scenic city, taking in the beautiful sights and sounds. Please do let us know, if you wish to spend a day or two in Pokhara or head towards Chitwan for a wildlife safari adventure.

PRICE: Per person on twin sharing Single room supplement: USD50
Lodge Trek	Camping Trek	GAP Trek
2 persons: USD 1500 3-5 persons: USD 1395 6-9 persons: USD 1300 10-14 persons: USD 1190	2 persons: USD 1770 3-5 persons: USD 1610 6-9 persons: USD 1475 10-14 persons: USD 1330	2 persons: USD 1085 3-5 persons: USD 995 6-9 persons: USD 900 10-14 persons: USD 825
1) Lodge trek Includes: Accommodation in Lodge, guide, porters and all meals 2) Camping trek Includes: Guide, Porters, Cook, All meals and tents 3) Guide, Accommodation and Porter trek (GAP trek) Includes: Accommodation, guide and porters Excludes: Food

PRICE INCLUDES:
All meals during trek (except for GAP trek)
Accommodation during trek (tent on camping trek, lodge on GAP and lodge trek)
Jomsom/Pokhara/Kathmandu airfare
English speaking local expert guide, porters
National park fees
3 nights accommodation at 3 star hotel in Kathmandu on double sharing with breakfast
All guided sightseeing tour in Kathmandu and entry fees.
Airport transfers and escort
Kathmandu/Besi sahar transfer charge

PRICE EXCLUDES:
International flight & departure tax
Lunch & dinner in Kathmandu
Personal gears & clothing (available on hire)

Contact us at
office@explore-himalaya.com
for more information about this tour.

TESTIMONIALS
“Everything was really fine especially our trekking guide made the trek unforgettable”
Name: Vera Schumacher
Country: Germany
Area: Annapurna Circuit

“An outstanding experience. The standards were far higher than expected. Thank you”.
Name: Philippa Gordon, James Duncan
Country: United Kingdom
Area: Annapurna Circuit
Date: 08-25 April 2007

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