Arrival in Kathmandu airport (1,338 m/4,390 ft)

Kathmandu - Welcome to Nepal! As you land at Kathmandu airport, finish your custom formalities (visa, etc.) and get to the airport waiting terminal, you will find our representative waiting to greet you. Holding Accessible Adventure signboard and your name. You will be then transferred to your respective hotel in our private vehicle. Accommodation: Hotel

Drive Kathmandu to Beshishahar to Syange (1100/3600 ft)

Trek start Syange to Dharapani (1,860m/6100 ft)

Overnight at a Guesthouse

Chame - It is a very gentle climb from Dharapani to Bagarchap, here we will be rewarded by sight of Annapurna II (7937m) looking up the valley. As we continue through Danakyue and climb up to Temang one cannot help but stop and look back to enjoy the view of the Manaslu Range. You will notice a general change in the vegetation today to pine and fir. The trail is fairly level from here for about an hour until after emerging out into a clearing which has a couple of tea houses and fields. We then descend to cross a bridge and climbing out we pass through Thanchok Village with its apple orchards. We reach Koto in about thirty minutes from Thanchok village and another thirty minutes to Chame, the headquarter of Manang District. Walking Time: 5-6 hours, Accommodation: Local lodge, Included Meal: B, L, D

Chame to Pisang (3,300m/10824ft)

Pisang to Manang (3,540m/11611 ft)

Manang - Today we continue through the drier upper part of the Manang district, cut off from the full effect of the monsoon by the Annapurna Range. People of this region herd the yaks and raise crops for a part of the year. Leaving Pisang, we have alternate trails form the north and the south of the Marshyangdi River which meets up again at Mungji. The southern route by Hongde, with its airstrip at 3,325m, involves less climbing than the northern route via Ghyaru and Ngawal villages. For better views, we take the northern route, i.e. through upper Pisang that follows the northern bank of the river. We come across a very picturesque village clinging on to a cliff side where the houses appear to be stacked on top of each other. Its Bragha village dominated by the oldest monastery of the region which is more than 500 years old. Upon reaching Manang, the rest of the day can be spent walking around the village and visiting the monastery and enjoying the view

Acclimatization Day at Manang Village

Manang - We spend a day acclimatizing in Manang. It is recommended to stay active and take short walk to higher altitude is suggested to get acclimatized with the altitude. The whole day we spend doing some fine day walks and viewing the magnificent sights around the village. The upcoming next two days will be very demanding and tiring trek for us with swift gain in altitude. We should never be too confident with the altitude and should always be watchful. Bodzo Gompa or Gangapurna Lake is worth visiting sites from acclimatization point of view. Manang village houses Himalayan Rescue Association. Volunteer western doctors work here during the trekking seasons helping educate trekkers and researching on Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS). An altitude talk is held here every afternoon, which is definitely worthwhile attending

Manang to Kangshar

Kangshar to Tilicho Base camp (4150m/13612): 5-6 hrs

Tilicho Base Camp to Tilicho Lake [4920m/16137ft] and back to Tilicho Base Camp

Tilicho Lake - From Tilicho Base Camp the path covers that route. Continue along the shore to a little plain. Leave the lake here and aim for a small saddle in the ridge above. The path is rather steep and there is plenty of lose scree and boulders. The first pass Reach and descend to a valley on the other side. Follow it upwards and step on to a flat glacier. It has no crevasses and is safe. Follow its left (south) side upwards. Leave it where an obvious saddle westward is visible. Go through this watershed. There is a little lake. Continue ahead on a faint path, lose a little altitude, and then gain another saddle. On the other side, one descends in to a small valley that turns south. Coming out of it one has reached the western shore of Tilicho Lake. We spend some time exploring the lake and we trek back to Tilicho Base Camp for overnight

Tilicho Base camp -Yak Kharka (4,110m/13,484ft)

Yak Kharka - From Tilicho Base Camp we trek down to Kangsar and continue towards Yak Kharka. The trail passes through ancient old Mani walls in a pleasant meadow and then reaches a river. After crossing a small river on a wooden bridge and walking for some amount of time we reach small village of Yak Kharka. Little but gradual ascent is the key to avoiding altitude problems. Overnight at Yak Kharka

Yak Kharka - From Tilicho Base Camp we trek down to Kangsar and continue towards Yak Kharka. The trail passes through ancient old Mani walls in a pleasant meadow and then reaches a river. After crossing a small river on a wooden bridge and walking for some amount of time we reach small village of Yak Kharka. Little but gradual ascent is the key to avoiding altitude problems. Overnight at Yak Kharka

Yak Kharka - Thorong Phedi (4,600m/15,092ft)

Thorong Phedi to Thorong La (5416m/17764ft) to Muktinath (3,800/12,467ft

Muktinath - From Thorung Phedi, we start early and climb gradually towards Thorung La Pass, which is one of the most strenuous and longest trekking of this entire trekking passing the High Camp here. Before ascending over the challenging pass we trek past through a number of false summits and increasingly high altitudes. As we reach the top of the pass at 5416m, we have breathtaking scenery to witness.

However, the enticing extraordinary excellence of the Himalayas makes certain to keep us spurred. Despite the fact that the climbing needs great exertion, passing Thorung La, the world’s greatest Pass would stay in your memory for eternity. As the height is high, the lethargic walk is suggested

Trek from Muktinath to Marpha (2660m/8250ft)

Marpha - Spiritual essence circulates around our atmosphere as we shall visit the holy temple of Muktinath early in the morning today. We shall have our breakfast and walk gradually downhill to Ekley Bhatti. It is quite a steep walk down the trails, so careful and proper use of trekking poles along is required. Take one step at a time, don’t rush; simply enjoy the serene surroundings around and comfortably reach Ekley Bhatti. Further, we push ourselves towards Jomsom, a very windy place where you need to have a full face mask and wind stopper jacket to avoid windblast. Wind forming across the Valley Mountain and gorges blow even more strongly in the afternoon; therefore we try to cross the downstream of Kaligandaki and arrive at Marpha before noon. This local village of Marpha is popular for apple products and we shall surely taste a few

Trek from Marpha to Kalopani (2530m/7848ft)

Trek from Kalopani to Tatopani (1190m/3690ft)

Tatopani - We shall get wonderful views of Mt. Annapurna I and other surrounding peaks from Kalopani. Today we will however move towards Tatopani which is more than 1000m down in elevation. Firstly we have our early meal and descend to Dana where we shall be stopping for lunch and we get to see the deepest Kaligandaki gorge of the word. Further trekking mostly downhill for 3 hours takes us to Tatopani. From here also, we get to see nice views of Nilgiri and other surrounding peaks. There is a natural hot spring at Tatopani and we shall take a dip there for relaxation. Later we return to our local lodge at Tatopani

Trek from Tatopani to Ghorepani (2780m/9480ft)

Ghorepani - Trekking around Nepal Himalayas brings us lots of ups and downs. And as are at 1190m of elevation today, we take a challenge to ascend to 2780m hike to Ghorepani. This challenge we are taking also brings lots of cultural and natural influences along. Basically, we cross the villages of Ghare, Shika, Phalate, and Chhitre today where most of the local inhabitants are from Magar and Gurung communities with few mixed groups. With quick stops in the middle of trails, jungle walks, narrow paths, we also get fine views of Annapurnas today, however, the best view is seen the next day from the Poonhill viewpoint. We go to bed a little early as we need to wake up before sunrise tomorrow.

Hike from Ghorepani to Poonhill (3210m/10531ft), Descend to Nayapul and Drive to Pokhara

Pokhara - Today we hike up early in the morning towards Ponnhill viewpoint before sunrise to see panoramic views of the same Annapurna Himalayas. The views will be from different sides and give us a new beautiful perspective to snow-capped peaks.

After approximately 45 minutes to hours of hike to the top of the hill, we wait eagerly for that magical moment to happen. Then the sun rises slowly above the Annapurna Himalayan range and is worth watching it. A few moments later, we return to Ghorepani for breakfast and continue our trek towards Nayapul.

We shall follow the popular route of the popular Ghorepani Poonhill trek via Ulleri, Tikhedhunga, Birethanti, and finally to Nayapul. Upon arrival at Nayapul, we will catch a jeep that takes us to the city of Pokhara. We stay overnight at a comfortable hotel in Pokhara

Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu

Kathmandu - With take a tourist bus ride to Kathmandu today early in the morning around 7 to 8 AM and arrive at Kathmandu, just in front of Icicles Adventure Office. You can then visit our office and share your Annapurna Circuit adventure or our office representative will assist you in hotel transfer (check-in). Later you are welcome to join our farewell dinner at a cultural restaurant in Thamel. Stay overnight at a hotel in Kathmandu

Airport drop and international departure from Kathmandu

Kathmandu - After 20 amazing days of your Nepal trip with Annapurna Circuit with Tilicho Lake Trekking adventure, the time comes to leave this beautiful country and fly to your onward destination. Today we will transfer you from your hotel to TIA airport in Kathmandu 3 hours prior to your scheduled international flight. And finally, we hope that we have been successful in offering you wonderful travel memories, see you again soon. Farewell. Included Meals: Breakfast

• Porter service (2 trekkers: 1 porter)
• Experienced, English-speaking, government-licensed trek leader and assistant (4 trekkers: 1 assistant guide)
• All necessary paperwork and trekking permits (ACAP, TIMS)
• Two nights’ deluxe accommodation with breakfast in Kathmandu
• All government and local taxes
• Complimentary down jacket and sleeping bag (return after trip)
• Breakfast included
• Trekking bag/duffel bag, t-shirt, and trekking map included
• Transfer to Syange from Kathmandu by public vehicle
• Medical kit carried by trek leader
• Welcome and farewell dinners
• One night’s deluxe accommodation with breakfast in Pokhara
• Staff costs covered including salary, insurance, equipment, food, and accommodation
• Private vehicle transfer from Nayapul to Pokhara post-trek
• Tourist bus transfer from Pokhara to Kathmandu

• Travel insurance
• Accommodation in Kathmandu and Pokhara
• International airfare
• Nepal entry visa: you can obtain a visa easily upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu. (a multiple-entry tourist visa good for 30 days can be obtained by paying US $ 40 or equivalent foreign currency. Similarly, multiple-entry tourist visas for 90 days can be obtained by paying US $ 100. Please bring 2 copies of passport-size photos.
• Hot showers during the trek
• All kind of cold drinks e.g. water, coke, Fanta, juice etc.
• Personal trekking equipments
• WiFi internet during the trek
• Tips for trekking staff and driver
• Breakfast, Lunch, and dinner) during the trek