Kathmandu: 10-Day Epic Annapurna Circuit Trek via Thorong La

Day 01: Kathmandu to Besisahar and Dharapani
Drive from Kathmandu to Besisahar by bus (7–8 hours). Enjoy the Nepali countryside, forests, landscapes, and hills. Transfer to Dharapani by sharing jeep.

Day 02: Dharapani to Chame
Trek from Dharapani to Chame (6 hours, Max. Altitude: 2670m/8760ft).
Walk through a grassy field with views of Annapurna II. Explore a Bhote village and Buddhist temple in Bagarchhap. Continue through oak and pine forests to Timang, at the foot of Lamjung Himal. The trail levels out to Chame. Overnight in a tea house.

Day 03: Chame to Upper Pisang
Trek from Chame to Upper Pisang (5-6 hours, Max. Altitude: 3,200m/10,499ft). Enjoy views of Lamjung Himal and pass through an apple orchard. Ascend to Bhratang Valley, then descend to Pisang or Upper Pisang.

Day 04: Upper Pisang to Manang
Trek from Upper Pisang to Manang (5-6 hours, Max. Altitude: 3540m/11614ft). Experience stunning views of the Manang Valley, Tilicho Peak, Annapurna III, and Annapurna IV. Cross the Marsyangdi River on a wooden bridge and pass through the villages of Mungji and Braga. Arrive in Manang.

Day 05: Acclimatization in Manang
Acclimatize in Manang (Max. Altitude: 4050m/13287ft). Take optional day treks, such as crossing a river to see an icefall or exploring Gangapurna Glacier Lake.

Day 06: Manang to Yak Kharka
Trek from Manang to Yak Kharka (4 hours, Max. Altitude: 4050m/13287ft). Admire vast mountain vistas. The hike is short but the altitude makes it challenging to breathe. Proceed carefully and slowly.

Day 07: Yak Kharka to Thorong Phedi
Trek from Yak Kharka to Thorong Phedi (4-5 hours, Max. Altitude: 4450m/14599ft).
Enjoy a gradual ascent to a hilltop, then descend to the Marsyangdi's headwaters. Cross a hidden wooden bridge and ascend the mountain path on the right bank of the Marsyangdi River. Enjoy the views as you get closer to Thorong La Pass.

Day 08: Thorong Phedi to Muktinath via Thorong La Pass
Trek from Thorong Phedi to Muktinath via Thorong La Pass (7-8 hours, Max. Altitude: 5416m/17769ft).
Experience the challenge and excitement of crossing Thorong La Pass, one of the highest mountains passes in the world. Descend to enjoy stunning views of Mustang Valley and Dhaulagiri.

Day 09: Muktinath to Jomsom via Kagbeni
Trek from Muktinath to Jomsom via Kagbeni (7-8 hours). Enjoy the scenic trek and explore Kagbeni.

Day 10: Jomsom to Pokhara
Take a bus from Jomsom to Pokhara (8 hours). Enjoy views of the mountains. Relax and unwind in Pokhara, reflecting on the incredible journey.