Budget Annapurna Circuit Trek

Kathmandu Elevation: 1,400 meters

Dharapani Elevation: 1860 meters

Elevation Loss: 640 meters

Your 10 Days Annapurna Circuit Trek will kick start with a scenic drive from Kathmandu to Dharapani. After breakfast your guide will brief you about the general outline of the entire trekking adventure, taking the Pritihivi Highway, you will drive across the high hills, soaring rivers, waterfalls, and beautiful towns on both sides of the road as you slowly push for Besisahar.

This drive takes about 11 hours and you will cover an approximate distance of 225 km as you move along the Trishuli River and switch the route to reach Dharapani. 

Besisahar Elevation: 1860 meters

Chame Elevation: 2,670 meters

Elevation Gain: 810 meters

From Dharapani we start ahead to reach Danaque village and then a steep climb to reach a Tamang village with exquisite views of Manaslu, Lamjung , Annapurna and other mountain beauties. As we trek through a Tibetan village that acts as a transition between the lowlands and high hills, we follow a gradual flat path to Thanchowk, Kolo and finally to Chame.

Chame Elevation: 2,670 meters

Pisang Elevation: 3,250 meters

Elevation Gain: 580 meters

Leaving Chame behind you will cross a suspension that offers magnificent views of the Lamjung Himal during the first part of this day’s adventure. Then you will move along the trails that pass through steep and narrow valleys from where you will be able to catch a glimpse of the Paungda Dada Rock (1,500 meters). From here you will also be able to enjoy the clear and up-close views of the Annapurna II in the south and Pisang Peak on the northeast side.

As the trail opens up, you will able to see clear wider vistas of the Manang Valley. During the last stretch, you will re-cross a suspension bridge on the southern bank of the Marsyangdi River then trek on the ascending trail with thick pine forest which will lead you to Pisang.

Pisang Elevation: 3,250 meters

Manang Elevation: 3,540 meters

Elevation Gain: 290 meters

Continuing your adventure on Day 4 of 10 Days Annapurna Circuit Trek, you will trek on the upper trails of the Pisang via Ghyaru Village. The first part of this trek is relatively easy as you move along the moderate trek till you reach Humde, from here you will have to move along an ascending trail for a bit. On this day’s stunning trekking trail, you will be able to enjoy the clear views of the Annapurna II, III and IV, Pisang Peak, Tilicho, and Gangapurna.

After walking across the Tibeatan-influenced including the Ngawal Village settlements across the trail with the opportunity to relish the spiritual realm immersed in the Buddhist culture as you finally arrive at Manang. This is a popular rest stop in the Annapurna region used for acclimatization before ascending to the higher altitudes, after arriving at Manang, you will also pay a visit to the Barge Monastery, the largest and one of the significant monasteries in the Manag Valley.

Manang Elevation: 3,540 meters

Yak Kharka Elevation: 4,120 meters

Elevation Gain: 580 meters

Day 5 of your 10 Days Annapurna Circuit Trek is a little bit challenging as you will gain an altitude of 580 meters on the rugged trail. During the first part of this day’s trek, you will ascend to Tanki Managa, the upper Manang Village, from here you will follow the route toward the Jarsang Khola Valley.

Moving ahead, your trail stretches to a small village Ghunsa from Jarsang Khola, you will trek across the yak pasture lands and arrive at a small wooden bridge near a mani wall during the final part which will lead you to Yak Kharka. After arriving at Yak Kharka, the epic views of the Annapurna massifs and Ganagapurna will surround you as you settle in for the night admiring the beauty of these stunning peaks.

Yak Kharka Elevation: 4,120 meters

Thorung Phedi Elevation: 4,550 meters

Elevation Gain: 430 meters

Compared to yesterday’s trail, the trekking route of Day 6 in your 10 Days Annapurna Circuit Trek will be relatively shorter and of moderate level. This day’s trek will start with a gradual climb on a ridge then the trail stretches down to the river bed and you will cross Jarsang Khola (4,310 meters). Then, from here onwards, you will trek on the uphill pebbly route that will take you to the Thorong Phedi.

In this day’s beautiful trekking adventure, you will be able to witness the magnificence of the Annapurna III, Gangapurna, Thorang Peak, Khatungkan, Gundang, and Syagang. Overnight stay at the finest guesthouse in the region.

Thorung Phedi Elevation: 4,550 meters

Thorung La Pass Elevation: 5,416 meters

Muktinath Elevation: 3.802 meters

Elevation Gain: 866 meters

In your 10 Days Annapurna Circuit Trek expedition, this day will be both a challenging and exciting day’s adventure as you trek to the highest elevation point of this entire adventure, Thorung La Pass (5,416 meters). Starting your adventure early in the morning you will set out to overcome the icy chill air, high altitude, and rugged trail to the top of the Thorung La Pass. From the top of this high Himalayan pass, you will be able to enjoy the clear panoramic views of the Himalayan range that extends all the way upto the Tibet.

After immersing in the magnificent beauty of the Himalayas from the top of this pass to your heart’s content, you will trek down to Muktinath. You will trek down the steep path of the pass that switches into a moderate trekking route and after about 3-4 hours of downhill trekking you will finally arrive at Muktinath. This religious temple with 108 water taps has a significant value in both Hindu and Buddhist religions; Muktinath Temple also houses the eternal flame that has burning inside the temple for more than 2,000 years. You will see hundreds of devotees traveling from every corner of the country waiting in line every day to enter this spiritual temple.

Muktinath Elevation: 3.802 meters

Tatopani Elevation: 1,200 meters

Elevation Loss: 2,602 meters

After concluding your Himalayan expedition on foot from this day onward you will switch to the driving exploration. You will start your adventure early in the morning on this day, if you feel like it, you can also enter the Muktinath Temple for the blessing. Boarding a bus, you will drive down from Muktinath towards the riverbed of the Kali Gandaki River Valley which then stretches toward Jomsom, the headquarters of the Mustang District. It will take you about 6- 7 hours of drive to reach Tatopani, the home of the natural hot spring, from Muktinath.

Passing several beautiful settlements like Jharkot and Ekle Bhatti, you will be also able to enjoy the magnificent views of the Himalayan range like Dhaulagirir, Nilgiri, Tukuche, and Annapurna in this day’s scenic drive. After arriving at Tatopani you can take a dip in the natural hot spring believed to have healing properties before you settle in for the night.

Tatopani Elevation: 1,200 meters

Pokhara Elevation: 820 meters

Elevation Loss: 380

Switching to a more convenient vehicle, you will start Day 9 of your 10 Days Annapurna Circuit Trek adventure early in the morning. Switching to a more convenient vehicle, you will start your downhill drive from Tatopani which will take roughly about 5- 6 hours. You will first reach the Beni Bazaar, then the scenic trail alongside the mountain views, rivers and waterfalls stretches to the tourist hub Pokhara. This beautiful city is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Nepal and is also known as the city of lakes.

You can enjoy the rest of your day in this tourist paradise exploring its natural allurements, and history and just strolling around the lakeside immersing in the beauty of this vibrant town below the Annapurna massifs. You can enjoy all the modernity of the urban lifestyle that you missed during your Himalayan exploration, an overnight stay at one of the finest hotels by the lakeside.

Pokhara Elevation: 820 meters

Kathmandu Elevation: 1,400 meters

Elevation Gain: 580 meters

Day 10 of your 10 Days Annapurna Circuit Trek will officially conclude your beautiful expedition, after enjoying the fresh morning breakfast at Pokhara, you will drive back to Kathmandu in a comfortable private vehicle. It’s about a 200km journey from Pokhara to Kathmandu, you will drive back in this day’s scenic route admiring the elegance of the Marsyangdi River and Trishuli River as you join Prithivi Highway moving across the diverse landscapes, lush hills, and beautiful settlements as you finally arrive at the capital.

After your arrival in Kathmandu, our representative will transfer you to your respective hotels, with enough rest, you can enjoy the rest of the day strolling around the city, and popular landmarks and maybe shop for some unique remarkable souvenirs as a memoir of this beautiful experience.

Thank you for traveling with Nepal Eco Adventure, we hope to see you again. Have a safe journey back home!