The Annapurna Circuit in a group

Arrival in Kathmandu! Our assistant will be waiting for you at the airport exit. Transfer to the hotel, located in Kathmandu city center. Free afternoon , then, in the early evening, initial briefing with the guide and welcome dinner.

In the event that some participants are late, the welcome dinner will be replaced by a "farewell" dinner at the end of the stay.

The road leads to the Annapurna massif. We depart early for the village of Besishahar (850 m), where we meet our porters. From there, we continue by 4x4 to Jagat, the starting point of our trek. It's a long day's drive , offering a beautiful glimpse of the Nepalese countryside. On a clear day, we can see the various Himalayan ranges: Langtang, Ganesh Himal, Manaslu, Annapurnas...

Early this morning, we depart by car for Dharapani (approximately 2 hours), then begin our day's trek . We cross the Dudh Khola valley, which flows from the southwest face of Manaslu, and walk through a landscape of blue pines and oaks. Manang villages, monasteries, stupas, and prayer flags announce our arrival in Chame. We enter Buddhist territory. The inhabitants, of Tibetan origin, have preserved many traditions. At Kodo, we enjoy a view of the summit of Annapurna II. Opposite us lies the deep canyon that leads into the pristine Naar Valley. We reach Chame, the capital of the Manang district.

We hike through a dense forest in a narrow, steep-sided valley that eventually opens onto the land of Manang and its Tibetan architecture. After the hamlet of Dhikur, we cross a bridge to reach the north bank of the Marsyangdi River. In the afternoon, we visit the authentic village of Upper Pisang and its monastery . We stand before the immense north face of Annapurna II, 7,937 meters. We enjoy the exceptional panorama before descending back to the lodge.

Our journey continues , facing the gigantic Annapurna range, whose peaks all rise to over 7,000 meters. A truly exceptional setting! Today, we traverse the upper Marsyangdi Valley via a variant of the historic trail, now covered by the road leading to Manang. From Pisang, a beautiful balcony trail offers views of the old Tibetan villages of Ghyaru and Ngawal. We arrive in Ngawal in the afternoon and visit the village and its monastery.

A beautiful day of hiking on a balcony trail overlooking the valley. We then descend and follow the river to reach the village of Braka. We can visit the village and its old monastery before continuing on to Manang. The afternoon is free to relax in Manang. For those who wish, there is the option of an acclimatization hike to Gangapurna Lake, or a climb to the promontory overlooking the lake and the village.

We cross the majestic Marsyangdi River and explore the foothills of the Annapurnas towards the picturesque village of Khangsar . The adventure continues after lunch, eventually leading us to Tilicho Base Camp. An exceptional journey awaits us.

The ascent through the moraines reveals a breathtaking view of Lake Tilicho, a glacial wonder perched at approximately 5,000 meters above sea level. You will be awestruck by the impressive ice walls of Annapurna and Tilicho Peak (7,134 m). A unique experience, offering a magnificent spectacle of nature.

We begin our descent towards Manang, then turn north to start the ascent into the Thorung Khola Valley. Our leisurely pace leads us to the charming hamlet of Yak Kharka, nestled alongside the majestic Chulu Peak to the east. Across the high pastures of Yak Kharka, we'll have the opportunity to admire the herds of yaks and wild goats that roam the area. An authentic experience in the heart of nature awaits you.

A short day's hike to Thorong Phedi, the "foot" of the pass. The trail crosses numerous yak pastures, alternating between ascents and descents. We progress slowly towards the valley floor to conserve our energy. In the afternoon, there's an option for an acclimatization hike, a round trip to the Thorong advanced base camp (+400m and -400m).

A beautiful and challenging day of trekking at high altitude awaits us! Early in the morning, we begin the ascent to the summit of the famous Thorong La pass (5,416 m). The first part of the climb is steep, leading to High Camp, before becoming gentler. As the altitude increases, our pace slows considerably. The final section is a series of short, steep climbs, which ultimately leads to the pass's summit, framed by the towering peaks of Thorong Peak and Yakwakang. Prayer flags fluttering in the wind celebrate our arrival, and the breathtaking panorama finally rewards all our efforts. After savoring the moment, we begin the long descent to Muktinath. Upon arrival, we visit this renowned Hindu temple and settle into our lodge. We are now in a completely different world: the Mustang region.

✈️ Early this morning, we board a domestic flight to Pokhara . From the moment we take off, we can admire the view of South Nilgiri, which rises to 6,839 meters! Upon arrival in Pokhara, we transfer to your hotel, near the Lakeside tourist district. The afternoon is free: everyone can take the opportunity to stroll along the shores of Phewa Lake or do some shopping on the main shopping street.

In case of adverse weather, the Jomsom-Pokhara flight may be delayed or canceled by the airline. In this case, we will have to reach Pokhara by road (7 to 8 hours by jeep).

Transfer to Pokhara airport for your domestic flight to the capital. Transfer to your hotel and the rest of the day is free. From the hotel, you can easily explore the Thamel district, the old city, and Durbar Square, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, all within walking distance. The historical sites of the Kathmandu Valley are also accessible by taxi.

In case of cancellation of the Pokhara-Kathmandu flight, we will have to take the road back to Kathmandu (7-8 hours by road).

Option "Visit to the Kathmandu Valley" (to be paid upon registration).

You must vacate your room before noon. You'll have free time to soak up the Nepalese atmosphere a little longer and do some last-minute shopping. In the afternoon, we'll be taken to Kathmandu airport for our international flight back to France.