Day 1Arrival in Kathmandu and transfer to hotel.

On first arrival at Kathmandu and Nepal International Airport received by our guide and staff with traditional greetings. Taking care of your baggage, and then a short drive to the hotel, located in the heart of a city near the exciting areas at Thamel. Check into your lovely rooms, after getting refreshed from the Jet-Lag, join in with other members for group briefing. Provided by your guide or Group Leader, offering information regarding the trek, hotels, local lodge.As well of local culture with do’s and don’ts, evening a group welcome dinner in a nice authentic Nepali Restaurants. Entertains the environment with folk cultural program as introduction to Nepalese heritage and culture.

Day 2Tour of Kathmandu heritage sites of great interest.

Morning after breakfast, at given time our city and cultural guide will receives you at the hotel. A short drive to the hub of Kathmandu city, for exciting tour of old Durbar Square / Palace Courtyard. The area is teemed with life and activities, a great way to soak into Nepalese cultures. Visiting historical and religious monuments listed in UNESCO World Heritage Sites most of the ancient buildings.After an interesting time at Durbar Square, a short drive to Nepal’s most important landmark, the Swayambhunath Stupa of more than 2,600 years old history. A Buddhist monument tucked on a hill top west of the city, from here visit the Hindu holy temple of Pashupatinath. The tour continues to large dome Stupa of Bouddhanath, as well known as ‘Little Tibet’. A great place to enjoy the tour of the world’s largest Stupa with all seeing eyes of Lord Buddha.Enjoying the day tour, transfer back to hotel rest of the afternoon preparation for the trek and packing the right gear.

Day 3Drive to Jagat village 1,360 m via Besisar 760 m -07 hrs.

An early morning start for a long and interesting drive to reach the first day trekking point at Jagat hill village. Located around Lamjung district of Mid-West Nepal, drive leads on the main highway. After few hours, route diverts on leaving the main busy road heading towards Besisar, the headquarter town of Lamjung district. From here either changing the vehicles or on same one, then continue drive past farm land and village. From the village of Syange, leaving the Masrsyangdi River below, as drive heads on winding up to Jagat village for overnight halt. A nice moderate size farm village with many good lodges for overnight comfort and good meals as per the menu provided.

Day 4Trek to Dharapani village 1, 820 m - 06 hrs.

First day of walking, having breakfast follow the uphill trail and into a dense forest to Chamje village. From here onward air get much cooler reaching around strong Buddhist country, where most local are of Tibetan origin.Walk leads to cross the Masrsyangdi River on the other side of river bank on the
higher side, as walk follows through beautiful shade of forest. A short climb and then reaching a wide valley at Tal Besi village for lunch break. From here start of Manang district, afternoon walk on gradual path with few short ups and down. As trail leads to cross a bridge then reaching at Dharapani
village for overnight. Dharapani with several nice good lodge, located in a river gorge and on route to Manaslu Circuit and towards Manang high valley.

Day 5Trek to Kodo village 2,680 m near Chame 2,710 m -05 hrs.

Morning walk on gentle ups on a wide trail within forest of rhododendron and pine trees. Walk to the village of Braga and Danque, from here views of
Annapurna peaks with Lamjung Himal. After Danque village steep up for an hour to Timang village for lunch stop. A large village of mixed tribes of hill people Magar, Gurung and Manange, offer grand views of Lamjung and Manaslu Himalayas.After lunch a short descend and walk into serene forested path to Kodo village for overnight halt. The village is close to Chame the headquarter town of Manang areas. Kodo the gateway and starting point to the hidden valley of Nar and Phu.

Day 6Trek to Meta 3,560 m past Dharmasala - 06 hrs.

From Kodo our route diverts from the main trail of Annapurna Circuit till it joins again near Manang village. The morning walk on leaving Kodo is quite tougher than previous days. Due to altitude gain, the trail follows to cross a river on route towards our destination to beautiful Nar-Phu Valley. Climb leads through the beautiful rhododendron and pine woods and caves known as “Dharmasala” by the early travelers and local natives. Walk leads under a wide waterfall near to Dharmasala a nice settlement with number of lodges. From here, the tree lines become sparse facing wider views of snow peaks.

After a short rest at Dharmasala walk continues for another hour to Meta, starts with steep climb up the valley following a stream then reaching on the high pasture area reaching a nice small settlement Meta for first overnight on route Nar-Phu valley. Enjoy the backdrop views of milky rocks dotted with juniper shrubs.

Day 7Trek to Kyang 3,020 m - 05 hours.

From Meta, a short day walk morning after an hour walk reaching at Junam, the second permanent settlement. Enjoying the scenic surrounding walk follow to the next semi-permanent settlement of Chako. An early refuge of Tibetan Khampa people who migrated from across the border of Nepal and Tibet.After a short rest, few hours walk with climb and then downhill to Kyang for overnight and lunch stop. The area an extensive winter settlement of Phu, situated on a high plateau above the winding Phu River.

Day 8Trek to Phu 4,060 m - 05 hrs.

Morning from Kyang, start with short descent to a river, and the following the river for some time. As walk leads to a beautiful Buddhist monument known as Chorten, Nar and Phu are well-known for retaining its past glory.From here wading across a small glacial stream, just before crossing a bridge made out of stone slabs. After an hour walk enter a narrow Canyon area and gorges. As trail leads across a monolith, like the leaning tower of Pisa, after heading towards the old gate and an entrance of Phu. Overlooking three villages of Phu and a ‘Dzong’ a fort, which is in ruin at present.The day finally ends on reaching Phu, welcomed with line of impressive Chorten then enter the main village of Phu. Transfer to a nice simple and basic lodge but with homely comfort and traditional hospitality.

Day 9Acclimatization day at Phu and short exploration.

After days of continues walks, a pleasant rest day at Phu for acclimatization and to explore the mystical village. Here with interesting moments interact with the locals and explore the wide scenic valley. From here border to Tibet is just two days walk, around Phu visit the summer grazing settlement of the Kharka people.Visit the famous Tashi Lakhang Gompa and get blessed from Lama Karma Sonam Rinpoche, who migrated the highlands in 1959 with His Holiness the Dalai Lama.A great place to immerse within the ancient Tibetan culture, and picturesque areas for beautiful photographs as the lighting of sunsets is simply glorious.Chances of spotting herd of Blue Sheep often seen around this high terrain.

Day 10Trek to Nar Phedi / Mahendrapul 4,090 m- 05 hrs.

From Phu village, after an enjoyable time on rest days. Adventure continues heading back to the historical entrance and exit gage of Phu.As trail follows down to the river, and walk to Junam Kharka or Nar Phedi for overnight halt. A lovely spot with few simple huts serving as tea-house and lodges.

Day 11Trek to Nar-Gaon / village 4, 140 m - 04 hrs.

After an overnight in an isolated place, a short day walk and trek down to the very old bridge above deep and narrow gorge. A climb from here, facing view of the Old Gyalbu Khumbu and Satte Gompa monasteries, built around the 17th Century, at present it is empty in desolate condition. After few hours of trekking, then at the Nar Gates, perched on a hill top.Enter the welcome gate reaching a delightful painted, bamboo-topped Chorten. After a short day walk coming across grand views of Nar, with well-tended barley and mustard fields. As walk leads towards four ancient colorful Gompas and the snow peaks that towers above the monastery at Nar.An interesting village similar to Phu, but smaller transfer into a simple guest house for overnight. Afternoon explore the village of Nar and observe the local daily farm life and village activities.

Day 12Trek Kang-La Phedi / Yak Kharka 4, 460 m - 04 hrs.

From Nar walk to the end of Nar and Phu windswept valley towards remote corners. The trail winds up to cross few streams and then reaching a wide pasture field with few simple huts. Which serves as Tea-House and simple basic Guest House or lodge. Afternoon relax and enjoy the surrounding views of Chulu’s and Damodar Himal with Himlung Himal.

Day 13Cross Kang-La Pass 5,306 m trek to Ngawal 3,650 m - 06 hrs.

Starting early morning to cross over Kang-La Pass at 5,306 m high, the pass is not a difficult, but leads to long stretch up. If there is snow deep makes the climb quite challenging and longer. After hours of long climb reach on top facing excellent view of Annapurna-II, Gangapurna Himal and Tilicho Peak.
On crossing the first pass of the adventure, feeling high head downhill towards main areas of Manang. As walk come across a colorful Chorten and prayer flags. As you enter the wonderful old village of Ngawal with cobbled streets, prayer wheels and beautiful architecture, regarded as an old religious spot.At Ngawal enjoy the comfort of a nice cozy lodge, facing views of Chulu, Pisang Peak and Annapurna Himalayas.

Day 14Trek to Manang 3,540 m- 05 hrs.

After an overnight at lovely Ngawal village, morning walk down to Hongde where Annapurna Circuit main trail joins. Walk on pleasant wide path to Braga, a
village with an old monastery on top of a high ridge.Having time here visit the monastery of great religious interest enriched with ancient artifacts, and relics. From the monastery super views of Annapurna Himalaya range towards south with Chulu’s in the north.Enjoying tour of the monastery short walk to main Manang village for two overnights in the comfort of nice good lodges.Afternoon at leisure to marvel the beautiful views of snow peaks and explore the Manang village. Where houses are of typical Tibetan style, and observe the daily life of the local Manange, the highlanders of Northern side of Annapurna
Himalayas.

Day 15Trek to Yak Kharka 4, 110 m - 04 hrs.

A short half day walk, on leaving Manang village having pleasant rest day the trail follows past village of Tenke. A nice gradual climb leads to smaller settlement and then facing views of Chulu West peak at near distance.Slowly morning walk completes on reaching a wide valley at Yak Kharka, a lovely
spot with several good lodges. Enjoy lunch with views of gigantic Gangapurna Himal and array of peaks. Overnight in nice cozy lodge at Yak Kharka, with afternoon free for short refreshing walks.

Day 16 Trek to High Camp 4,900 m -04 hrs.

Another short day walk, but strenuous due to gain in high altitude, morning walk on wide field to Ledar. A small place with few lodges, which is on route to Chulu West Peak base camp. From here on gentle path and down to Jarsang Khola / stream and then short climb above the stream. As walk follows on easy path to Thorang Phedi, the base of Thorang-La Pass having few lodges.From Phedi having rest, climb to steep slope on rocky scree then reach on top of a
high ridge at High Camp. Located on a small flat field with few simple lodges for lunch and overnight stay.

Day 17Trek to Muktinath 3, 800 m crossing high Thorang la pass 5,416 m /17,700 feet - 06 hrs.

Start the morning walk towards our major goal and highlight to cross over Thorang-La Pass. Walk follows on narrow gentle path for short while, and then
climb on winding slope following the high trail on top Thorang-La.The pass festooned with thousands of prayer flags and stone cairn as a marker of Thorang-La pass top. Situated between close to Thorang and Yukawa Khang Peaks, enjoy the glorious panorama of giant mountain range.Facing Dhaulagiri towards west with Damodar Himal in the north with Chulu’s in the east with Annapurna Himalayas towards south. After achieving another highlight of the adventure, a long descent to the base of Thorang-la reaching around Mustang area.From the bottom of the pass, a place with few smaller tea-shops for refreshment,then continue walk. Following an easy gentle downhill to Muktinath for overnight stop, at a village of Pani Pawa close to holy Muktinath Temple premises.After checking into nice lodge, with time to visit the Muktinath temple above the village. The main shrine dedicated to Lord Vishnu one of the three main gods in
Hindu religion. Hundreds of devotees and pilgrims from all over Nepal and India visits the holiest of all holy site. A place with natural wonders of spring water flows through 108 water spouts. Visit the nearby temple and monastery of Jal Devi and witness the blue-green flame that ignites from natural elements.

Day 18Trek to Jomsom 2,715 m - 04 hrs.

From Muktinath enjoy the last day walk of the adventure heading to a long descent at Kaligandaki River Valley. Afternoon can be quite windy, walk continues on a wide level path following the river. As trail gets closer and then reaching Jomsom for overnight stop in the comfort of nice good lodge. Jomsom, the headquarter town of Mustang, the native of Lower Mustang around Kaligandaki populated by Thakali people. Follows Tibetan Buddhism, with time visit the museum for information of this interesting area of Lower Mustang.

Day 19From Jomsom fly to Pokhara 860 m-22 mins and transfer to hotel.

Enjoying the last overnight stop at Jomsom, morning a short walk to the airport as small plane arrives. After checking in, then board in an aircraft for short smooth flight to Pokhara. Enjoy superb views of Dhaulagiri and Annapurna Himalaya range, as plane land at Pokhara airport. After an enjoyable short flight a short drive to respective hotels near the Lake Phewa for last overnight around Nepal Mid-West. Rest of the day, after lunch at leisure for individual activities.

Day 20Fly or drive to Kathmandu and transfer to hotel.

Depart from the hotel in Pokhara, for interesting overland journey back to Kathmandu on the same scenic highway. On reaching the hotel in Kathmandu by late afternoon, rest of day free for individual activities and shopping souvenirs. (Option for short flight of half hour to Kathmandu from Pokhara)

Day 21Fly or drive to Kathmandu and transfer to hotel.

Enjoy a relaxing free day in Kathmandu on completing one of most adventurous trekking. On this rest day one can join in for another exciting tour of Patan and Bhaktapur cities. Well worth a visit, rest of day at leisure for individual activities and shopping souvenirs of Nepal.

Day 22International departure for homeward bound.

Your last day in Kathmandu and Nepal, as per your international flight time our staff transfer you to the airport. Then bid farewell to guide and staff as you enter the airport terminal for homeward bound flight, after an amazing great adventure to Nar-Phu Valley & Annapurna Semi Circuit Trekking.

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