Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1400m)
You arrive in Kathmandu (1400m), where you are warmly welcomed at the international airport and transferred to your hotel in the tourist area after check in, you take proper rest to recover from travel fatigue, and in the evening you attend a comprehensive briefing session about the trek, including route details, altitude challenges, safety measures, and final preparation guidelines.
- Accommodation: Overnight at star hotel
- Meals: B
Day 02: Permit preparation, and city sightseeing (1400m)
You spend this day completing all necessary paperwork and obtaining special permits required to enter the obtaining special permits required to enter the restricted Nar Phu Valley, and along with that, you explore important cultural and historical landmarks of Kathmandu valley, observe local lifestyle and traditions, and carefully check your trekking equipment to ensure everything is ready for the high-altitude adventure.
- Accommodation: Overnight at star hotel
- Meals: B
Day 03: Drive to Dharapani (1960m)
You begin your journey with a long and adventurous drive from Kathmandu to Dharapani (1960m), passing through winding mountain roads, rivers, waterfalls, terraced farmlands, and small rural settlements, gradually leaving behind the busy city environment and entering the peaceful Himalayan region.
- Accommodation: Overnight at teahouse
- Meals: B L D
Day 04: Trek from Dharapani to Koto (2600m)
You officially start trekking from Dharapani, following the beautiful trail along the Marsyangdi River, crossing suspension bridges, walking through dense forests and small villages, and after several hours of steady ascent and descent, you reach Koto (2600M), Where your permits are checked before entering the restricted Nar Phu Region.
- Accommodation: Overnight at teahouse
- Meals: B L D
Day 05: Trek from Koto to Meta (3560m)
You leave Koto and trek toward Meta (3560m), walking through narrow canyons, rocky cliffs, and pine forests on a remote and less crowed trail, where the landscape becomes more rugged and isolated, giving you a true sense of wilderness and adventure.
- Accommodation: Overnight at teahouse
- Meals: B L D
Day 06: Meta to Chyaku (3,720m)
You continue trekking from Meta to Chyaku (3720m) passing through open valleys with wide panoramic views, grazing yaks and blue sheep, and gradually experiencing strong Tibetan cultural influence in the houses, prayer flags, and lifestyle of the local people.
- Accommodation: Overnight at teahouse
- Meals: B L D
Day 07: Trek from Chyaku to Phu Gaon (4250m)
You trek from Chyaku to Phu Gaon (4250m), where the trail gently ascends through a dramatic valley landscape, and upon arrival you explore this ancient village known for its stone-built houses, narrow alleys, and centuries-old monasteries reflecting deep spiritual traditions.
- Accommodation: Overnight at teahouse
- Meals: B L D
Day 08: Acclimatization Day at Phu Gaon (4250m)
You spend a full day in for acclimatization, which is essential for adapting to high altitude, and during the day you take short hikes to nearby viewpoints, visit Tashi Lhakhang Monastery, interact with locals, and allow your body to adjust gradually while enjoying the peaceful Himalayan environment.
- Accommodation: Overnight at teahouse
- Meals: B L D
Day 09: Trek from Phu Gaon to Nar Phedi (3490m)
You descend from Phu Gaon back toward Nar Phedi (3490m), retracing your steps through the valley, enjoying easier breathing as you lose elevation, and you may stay overnight at a monastery where you can experience a calm and spiritual atmosphere.
- Accommodation: Overnight at teahouse
- Meals: B L D
Day 10: Trek from Nar Phedi to Kang La Pass, then to Ngawal (5322m)
You begin very early in the morning and undertake one of most challenging days of the trek as you climb toward Kang La Pass (5322m) facing steep ascents, cold temperatures, and possible snow conditions, and after reaching the top with breathtaking panoramic views of Annapurna range, you descend carefully along a long and tiring trail to reach Nagwal.
- Accommodation: Overnight at teahouse
- Meals: B L D
Day 11: Ngawal to Manang (3540m)
You continue your journey from Ngawal to Manang (3540m) on relatively easier and more gradual trail, enjoying stunning mountain scenery along the way, and upon arrival you find a well-developed village with modern facilities such as bakeries, lodges, and small shops.
- Accommodation: Overnight at tea house
- Meals: B L D
Day 12: Acclimatization Day in Manang
You take a rest and acclimatization day in Manang to help your body adjust further to the altitude, and during the day you can hike to nearby destinations like ice Lake or Gangapurna Lake, attend altitude awareness sessions, and prepare physically and mentally for the higher elevation days ahead.
- Accommodation: Overnight at tea house
- Meals: B L D
Day 13: Manang to Khangsar (3734m) 4-hours
You leave the main Annapurna circuit trail and trek from Manang to Khangsar (3734m),
Following a quieter and less crowed path that gradually leads you toward the Tilicho Lake region while offering beautiful views of surrounding mountains.
- Accommodation: Overnight at teahouse
- Meals: B L D
Day14: Khangsar to Tilicho Base Camp (4200m)
You trek from Khangsar to Tilicho Base Camp (4200m), carefully crossing narrow trails and landslide-prone sections, where the landscape becomes more barren and dramatic, with towering cliffs and high mountain.
- Accommodation: Overnight at teahouse
- Meals: B L D
Day 15: Tilicho Base Camp to Tilicho Lake (4919m) 5-hours
Early in the morning, you hike from base camp to the spectacular Tilicho Lake (4919m), one of the highest lakes in the world, where you enjoy breathing views of the turquoise water surrounded by snow-capped peaks before returning to base camp for rest.
- Accommodation: Overnight at teahouse
- Meals: B L D
Day 16: Tilicho Pass (5285m)7-8 hours
You cross the remote and challenging Tilicho Pass (5285m), which involves steep climbing and descending on rugged terrain, requiring endurance and careful navigation, but rewarding to with incredible high-mountain scenery.
- Accommodation: Overnight at tea house
- Meals: B L D
Day 17: Kisang Kharka to Jomsom (2720m) 5r6 hours
You descend from the high-altitude region and trek via Kisang Kharka toward Jomsom (2720m), where the landscape changes into a dry and windy Mustang region with unique desert-like features.
- Accommodation: Overnight at teahouse
- Meals: B L D
Day 18: Fly from Jomsom to Pokhara (25minute flight)
You take a short yet scenic flight from Jomsom to Pokhara, enjoying aerial views of the Himalayas, and after landing you relax by the lakeside, enjoying comfort after many days of trekking.
- Accommodation: Overnight at star hotel
- Meals: B
Day 19: Pokhara to Kathmandu Return (7-8hours drive)
You return from Pokhara to Kathmandu either by a long but scenic drive through hills, rivers, and village or by a drive, marking the final stage of your journey.
- Accommodation: Overnight at star hotel
- Meals: B
Day 20: Departure Day
You depart from Kathmandu, concluding your adventurous trek with unforgettable memories of the Nar Phu Valley, Kang La Pass and Tilicho Lake, along with a deep appreciation of the Himalayan culture and landscapes.
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1400m)
You arrive in Kathmandu (1400m), where you are warmly welcomed at the international airport and transferred to your hotel in the tourist area after check in, you take proper rest to recover from travel fatigue, and in the evening you attend a comprehensive briefing session about the trek, including route details, altitude challenges, safety measures, and final preparation guidelines.
Day 02: Permit preparation, and city sightseeing (1400m)
You spend this day completing all necessary paperwork and obtaining special permits required to enter the obtaining special permits required to enter the restricted Nar Phu Valley, and along with that, you explore important cultural and historical landmarks of Kathmandu valley, observe local lifestyle and traditions, and carefully check your trekking equipment to ensure everything is ready for the high-altitude adventure.
Day 03: Drive to Dharapani (1960m)
You begin your journey with a long and adventurous drive from Kathmandu to Dharapani (1960m), passing through winding mountain roads, rivers, waterfalls, terraced farmlands, and small rural settlements, gradually leaving behind the busy city environment and entering the peaceful Himalayan region.
Day 04: Trek from Dharapani to Koto (2600m)
You officially start trekking from Dharapani, following the beautiful trail along the Marsyangdi River, crossing suspension bridges, walking through dense forests and small villages, and after several hours of steady ascent and descent, you reach Koto (2600M), Where your permits are checked before entering the restricted Nar Phu Region.
Day 05: Trek from Koto to Meta (3560m)
You leave Koto and trek toward Meta (3560m), walking through narrow canyons, rocky cliffs, and pine forests on a remote and less crowed trail, where the landscape becomes more rugged and isolated, giving you a true sense of wilderness and adventure.
Day 06: Meta to Chyaku (3,720m)
You continue trekking from Meta to Chyaku (3720m) passing through open valleys with wide panoramic views, grazing yaks and blue sheep, and gradually experiencing strong Tibetan cultural influence in the houses, prayer flags, and lifestyle of the local people.
Day 07: Trek from Chyaku to Phu Gaon (4250m)
You trek from Chyaku to Phu Gaon (4250m), where the trail gently ascends through a dramatic valley landscape, and upon arrival you explore this ancient village known for its stone-built houses, narrow alleys, and centuries-old monasteries reflecting deep spiritual traditions.
Day 08: Acclimatization Day at Phu Gaon (4250m)
You spend a full day in for acclimatization, which is essential for adapting to high altitude, and during the day you take short hikes to nearby viewpoints, visit Tashi Lhakhang Monastery, interact with locals, and allow your body to adjust gradually while enjoying the peaceful Himalayan environment.
Day 09: Trek from Phu Gaon to Nar Phedi (3490m)
You descend from Phu Gaon back toward Nar Phedi (3490m), retracing your steps through the valley, enjoying easier breathing as you lose elevation, and you may stay overnight at a monastery where you can experience a calm and spiritual atmosphere.
- Accommodation: Overnight at teahouse
- Meals: B L D
Day 10: Trek from Nar Phedi to Kang La Pass, then to Ngawal (5322m)
You begin very early in the morning and undertake one of most challenging days of the trek as you climb toward Kang La Pass (5322m) facing steep ascents, cold temperatures, and possible snow conditions, and after reaching the top with breathtaking panoramic views of Annapurna range, you descend carefully along a long and tiring trail to reach Nagwal.
- Accommodation: Overnight at teahouse
- Meals: B L D
Day 11: Ngawal to Manang (3540m)
You continue your journey from Ngawal to Manang (3540m) on relatively easier and more gradual trail, enjoying stunning mountain scenery along the way, and upon arrival you find a well-developed village with modern facilities such as bakeries, lodges, and small shops.
- Accommodation: Overnight at tea house
- Meals: B L D
Day 12: Acclimatization Day in Manang
You take a rest and acclimatization day in Manang to help your body adjust further to the altitude, and during the day you can hike to nearby destinations like ice Lake or Gangapurna Lake, attend altitude awareness sessions, and prepare physically and mentally for the higher elevation days ahead.
- Accommodation: Overnight at tea house
- Meals: B L D
Day 13: Manang to Khangsar (3734m) 4-hours
You leave the main Annapurna circuit trail and trek from Manang to Khangsar (3734m),
Following a quieter and less crowed path that gradually leads you toward the Tilicho Lake region while offering beautiful views of surrounding mountains.
- Accommodation: Overnight at teahouse
- Meals: B L D
Day14: Khangsar to Tilicho Base Camp (4200m)
You trek from Khangsar to Tilicho Base Camp (4200m), carefully crossing narrow trails and landslide-prone sections, where the landscape becomes more barren and dramatic, with towering cliffs and high mountain.
- Accommodation: Overnight at teahouse
- Meals: B L D
Day 15: Tilicho Base Camp to Tilicho Lake (4919m) 5-hours
Early in the morning, you hike from base camp to the spectacular Tilicho Lake (4919m), one of the highest lakes in the world, where you enjoy breathing views of the turquoise water surrounded by snow-capped peaks before returning to base camp for rest.
- Accommodation: Overnight at teahouse
- Meals: B L D
Day 16: Tilicho Pass (5285m)7-8 hours
You cross the remote and challenging Tilicho Pass (5285m), which involves steep climbing and descending on rugged terrain, requiring endurance and careful navigation, but rewarding to with incredible high-mountain scenery.
- Accommodation: Overnight at tea house
- Meals: B L D
Day 17: Kisang Kharka to Jomsom (2720m) 5r6 hours
You descend from the high-altitude region and trek via Kisang Kharka toward Jomsom (2720m), where the landscape changes into a dry and windy Mustang region with unique desert-like features.
- Accommodation: Overnight at teahouse
- Meals: B L D
Day 18: Fly from Jomsom to Pokhara (25minute flight)
You take a short yet scenic flight from Jomsom to Pokhara, enjoying aerial views of the Himalayas, and after landing you relax by the lakeside, enjoying comfort after many days of trekking.
- Accommodation: Overnight at star hotel
- Meals: B
Day 19: Pokhara to Kathmandu Return (7-8hours drive)
You return from Pokhara to Kathmandu either by a long but scenic drive through hills, rivers, and village or by a drive, marking the final stage of your journey.
- Accommodation: Overnight at star hotel
- Meals: B
Day 20: Departure Day
You depart from Kathmandu, concluding your adventurous trek with unforgettable memories of the Nar Phu Valley, Kang La Pass and Tilicho Lake, along with a deep appreciation of the Himalayan culture and landscapes.
