Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu
Pick up at Tribhuvan International Airport and transfer to your hotel in Kathmandu. Overnight at a 3-star hotel in Kathmandu.
Day 2: Permit Procedure and Full Day Guided Sightseeing Tour in Kathmandu Valley by private van.
We drive around Kathmandu valley visiting UNESCO World Heritage Sites that include Swayambhunath, Pashupatinath, and Boudhanath. These places reflect the cultural and religious diversity in Kathmandu. Overnight at the hotel in Kathmandu.
Day 3: Drive from Kathmandu to Jagat 1300m (8/9 hours)
Leaving the capital city behind, we drive to Jagat, moving alongside Trishuli and Marsayangdi rivers, simultaneously. Relishing the roadside view throughout the ride, we arrive in Jagat. Overnight in Jagat.
Day 4: Trek from Jagat to Dharapani 1860m (5/6 hours)
For our first day of the trek, we head towards Dharapani. We begin our trek gradually climbing up to Chamje, and after crossing the suspension bridge over Marsayangdi River, we follow the steep rocky trail till Tal village. Stumbling across the waterfalls in Tal, we continue to trek to Dharapani. Overnight in Dharapani.
Day 5: Trek from Dharapani to Koto 2600m (5/6 hours)
Leaving Dharapani, we enter the forested trail to reach Bagarchhap, where we can visit the whitewashed monastery. We then ascend steeply towards Timang, which offers a good view of Lamjung Himal (6983m) and the Annapurna massif. Again, following the forested trail, we arrive in Koto. Overnight in Koto.
Day 6: Trek from Koto to Meta 3570m (6/7 hours)
After registering the area permit, we begin our trek moving alongside the bank of Naar Khola and enter the forested path passing many suspension bridges and streams until we reach Dharmasala. Relishing the view of a waterfall near Dharmasala, we continue to trek again through forested trail before ascending steeply to Meta village. Overnight in Meta.
Day 7: Trek from Meta to Kyang 3840m (4/5 hours)
We begin our trek gradually climbing up and down the trail before crossing suspension bridges over different streams. We walk past the big Chortens near Naar Phedi and enter the forested path up to Mahendra Pul. We then continue to trek crossing Mruju Khola as we head towards the high plateau of Kyang. We also pass through remnants and ruined forts of the Khampa settlement at places like Jhuam and Chyakhu before we reach Kyang. Overnight in Kyang.
Day 8: Trek from Kyang to Phu 3900m (3/4 hours)
We continue to trek on the rocky trail until we reach Phu village. We can get the sight of blue sheep, along the way. Phu is a village inhabited by mixed ethnic groups like Gurung, Ghale, and Tibetans, where we get to understand their unique culture and lifestyle. We also visit the ancient Buddhist monastery known as Tashi Lakhang Monastery, which is believed to be the last monastery constructed by Karmapa Rinpoche. Overnight in Phu.
Day 9: Trek from Phoo to Nar 4100m (6/7 hours)
Today, we head towards the village of Nar. Crossing the suspension bridges over small streams, we reach Mahendra Pul. We then continue to ascend through steep trail passing Chortens, Mani walls, and stupas to finally reach Nar. Upon reaching Nar, we pass through the entrance gate of Nar, which reflects ancient Buddhist culture. Nar is slightly bigger than Phu and offers the awe-inspiring view of Pisang Peak (6091m). Overnight in Nar.
Day 10: Trek from Nar to Jhombu Kharka 4425m (2/3 hours)
Chasing the spectacular view of Pisang Peak (6091m), we leave Nar. We trek through rocky ridges and enter the second gate of Nar valley which is the gateway to Jhombu Kharka, also known as Kang-La Phedi. Upon reaching, we can see the yak herder’s camp with many yaks. We relax and prepare mentally for our long trek tomorrow. Overnight in Jhombu Kharka.
Day 11: Trek from Jhombu Kharka to Kang-La 5322m to Manang 3560m (6/7 hours)
Today, we ascend steeply to Kang-La Pass (5322m) passing through landslide areas. Upon reaching the top, we are rewarded with a great view of the Annapurna range and other peaks. We then descend steeply till Ngawal village and continue to trek to Manang. Manang is the main village of Manang district. Here, we get all basic facilities we were missing in the past few days of the trek. We rest for an hour or two and then take a short tour of the village and visit Gangapurna Lake, which is just around half an hour walk away from our hotel. Overnight in Manang.
Day 12: Trek from Manang to Tilicho BC 4150m (5/6 hours)
Leaving Manang, we head towards Tilicho Base Camp ascending through the steep trails till we reach Khangsar. Enjoying the amazing view of mountain peaks like Annapurna range, Tilicho Peak (7134m), Gangapurna Himal (7454m), and other snowy peaks, we reach Siri Kharka and pass the infamous landslide area to finally reach Tilicho Base Camp. Overnight in Tilicho BC.
Day 13: Trek from Tilicho BC to Tilicho Lake 4920m (3/4 hours)
Today, we head towards the pristine Tilicho Lake (4920m), ascending through a steep and slippery moraine. Walking through Annapurna Glacier, we make a tough climb through a rock fall area to arrive at the mesmerizing Tilicho Lake. Tilicho Lake is the world's highest lake for its size. We can enjoy a great view of the high mountains surrounding the turquoise lake as we breathe in the tranquil environment. Overnight at Tilicho Lake.
Day 14: Trek from Tilicho Lake to Mesokanto-La 5200m to Dharmasala 4230m (6/7 hours)
Today we need to cross another high elevation pass i.e. Mesokanto-La Pass (5200m). We ascend through the steep rocky trail to reach Mesokanto-La, which offers the amazing view of Dhaulagiri (8167m), Annapurna I (8091m), and the other Himalayas. We then continue to descend steeply to Dharmasala through the rocky trail. Overnight in Dharmasala.
Day 15: Trek from Dharmasala to Jomsom 2710m (4/5 hours)
Leaving behind Dharmasala, we descend to the picturesque town of Jomsom, which serves as the starting and ending point for many fantastic treks. It is also the main trade center of the Mustang region. We also pass through a goat farm and relishing the view of mountain peaks in the background, we arrive in Jomsom. Overnight in Jomsom.
Day 16: Jomsom to Pokhara by flight and sightseeing in Pokhara valley
We catch our early morning scenic flight to Pokhara from Jomsom. Throughout the flight, we can enjoy the scenic and glorious view of the Annapurna range. We check into a 3-star hotel in Pokhara and then go sightseeing. We visit different places of Pokhara like Davis Falls, Gupteswor Cave, Mahendra Cave, Begnas Lake, and also go for a boat ride on Phewa Lake. Overnight in Pokhara.
Day 17: Pokhara to Kathmandu by flight
Today, we return back to Kathmandu catching an early morning flight from Pokhara. We transfer you to the hotel in Kathmandu and give the rest of the day to yourself. You can either take a rest or shop around the market in Kathmandu. Overnight at a 3-star hotel in Kathmandu.
Day 18: Final Departure from Kathmandu
Our company representative drops you off at the international airport for your final departure back home.
Customize Your Trek: This is a general itinerary, which can always individually be “tailormade”. The trek package can be redesigned or redeveloped as per your taste, For more information please e-mail us at snftnepal@yahoo.de
Note: In case of emergency during the trip, Helicopter will be arranged by Swiss Family Treks & Expedition GmbH. The charges must be paid by the clients themselves.
