16 / 20 day Annapurna circuit trek - most classical trek of Nepal
13 / 17 days moderate Annapurna trekking, Go over the Thorong- la pass, start at Besishar and end in Pokhara / Jomsom
3 days in Kathmandu, sightseeing of world heritage sights
A superb circular trek of the Annapurna Massif, crossing the Thorong La pass - 5416 mtr - incrediable landscape!
The Annapurna Circuit trek was named the world's greatest trek by Backpacker Magazine in their Jan "09 International travel edition.
A classical trek of Nepal through one of the best trekking trails in the world!!..
The Annapurna circuit trek starts from a drive to Besishar and wings through lush, subtropical forests and traditional farming terrace villages of west Nepal. Every ridge brings a Himalayan panorama with Annapurna and Himalchuli soaring above. A trek of the Marshangdi River valley will bring you almost to the base of Gangapurna and into the Manang valley where you will spend unforgettable 2 days gazing at the snow-covered peaks above and the beauty of the landscape around, Manang is a Himalayan Shangri-La. We will then proceed to climb the pass Thorong-la, (5416mtr), which once on top has a perfect 360-degree view that is breathtaking will make you feel proud to be there!
Once we descend from the pass we will come into view of Mustang; a colorful landscape that is home to Tibetan Buddhism and many friendly mangolian looking people. We will follow the deepest gorge on Earth, the Kali Gandaki Valley, which is guarded by the giant peaks Dhaulagiri (8169m) and Nilgiri, then we use the same ancient paths that where used as trade routes between Nepal, India and Tibet. We will pass through apple and wheat farming areas, interacting with local Thakali people and sharing our beautiful moments with sheep and yak herders.
Below is the related Topic and Article about Annapurna circuit Hiking you may be interested to read
On March 21, 2010 The New York Times published an article about Annapurna Circuit trek giving the headline "Last Footfall in Nepal"please read here the full article - it says Hiking the Annapurna Circuit in Nepal Before Roads Take Over - NYTimes.com and they recommended Earthbound Expeditions as one of the reputed trekking agency in Nepal to arrange such trek.
Also read a beutifully written blog by one of our clients about Annapurna circuit trek with us in Octobert 2010 at http://thirdeyemom.com/category/travel-by-country/nepal-travel/
One of our clients Mr. David Ellison just uploded beutiful pictures of Annapurna circuit, the team of 4 teachers from California did Annapurna circuit trek, Rafting, Yoga and Chitwan trip with us in June 2011, please click here to view photos
On May 27th, 2011, BBC at travel section covered an Article about Annapurna circuit - see full article about it from this link, the time to do Annapurna circuit trek is now.
We have recently revised the itinerary between Muktinath and Ghorepani pooh hill for this Annapurna circuit trek to avoid the dirt-road being built along the Kali Gandaki Valley. This section of the route now follows footpaths through pretty villages away from the road, but returns to the traditional circuit villages for overnight lodge stays. Like the route will go Jomsom to Dona Lake to Marpha visting some Gompas. From Marpha it goes to Tibetan refuge camp to Chibang Tukuche . Then to Larjung Titi lake - Titi village , Taklung - Kunjo then Ghasa.
The Annapurna circuit trek you can also end in Jomsom taking flight to Pokhara, if so the trek can be shorten to 16 or 18 days. Because of the motorable road reached to Jomsom now ( although not many car or Jeep running) people prefer to fly from Jomsom to Pokhara.
Annapurna trekking trail of Nepal declared one of the 12 best walks in the world by Modern Maturity USA's largest circulated travel magazine.
Hiking the Annapurna Circuit in Nepal Before Roads Take Over - says NYTimes.com
Explore voted Annapurna Circuit as No. 1 in iExplore's Hiking and Trekking Trips. Annapurna circuit trek is the most popular safe trek and Nepal's most classical trek. Annapurna trekking trail is one of the best trekking trails in the world, It is one of the classical route which cover the highest pass in the trek of 5416 mtr. This is also called Annapurna round trek.
You can have option of flying back to Pokhara from Jomsom ending trek in 16 days. You can choose any date to departure, we we have 1 or 2 people it is gaurentee to go. This trek also can combine with Annapurna Yoga trek, or trek to Tilicho lake or Nar Phu valley trekking. Also can combine with upper Mustang Lo- manthang trek. Please ask us for the full options.
Availability: Every week through out the year how ever (June - Aug) is not recommended.
Style: Guided trip, Tea House Trek
Grade: Easy - Moderate
Maximum elevation: 5416 Mtr, Thorong - La pass, stunning views
Accommodation: 3 star hotel in cities, but in trekking only simple lodge available - all twin sharing rooms
Transport: Car / Bus included
Meals included: 19 / 15 breakfasts, 16 / 13 lunches, 18 / 14 dinners