Annapurna Circuit Trekking, also known as the Round Annapurna Trek, is a breathtaking Nepali trekking experience that traverses the highest Himalayan pass, Thorong La Pass.
The Annapurna Circuit Trek starts in the Marshyangdi valley and continues to Manang, a culturally significant area with Tibetan Buddhism. The route passes through monasteries, meadows, and Thorong Pass, where hikers can explore Mt. Annapurna, Manaslu, Dhaulagiri, and nearby peaks. After crossing Thorong Pass, hikers reach Muktinath, a sacred site for Hindu and Buddhist devotees. The trek also includes walking through Kagbeni and Kali Gandaki valley.

The Annapurna Circuit Trek, a lodge-based adventure, offers two-week itineraries through the Marshyangdi and Kali Gandaki valleys, providing unforgettable experiences.

12-Day Annapurna Circuit Trek – Summary Itinerary
Day 1: Drive Kathmandu → Ngadi (1,100 m; 6–8 hrs)
Day 2: Trek Ngadi → Chamje (1,430 m; 4–5 hrs; 11 km)
Day 3: Trek Chamje → Bagarchap (2,160 m; 4–5 hrs; 12 km)
Day 4: Trek Bagarchap → Chame (2,630 m; 4–5 hrs; 7 km)
Day 5: Trek Chame → Pisang (3,300 m; 5–6 hrs; 15 km)
Day 6: Trek Pisang → Manang (3,519 m; 7–8 hrs; 18 km)
Day 7: Acclimatization in Manang (Rest & side hikes)
Day 8: Trek Manang → Yak Kharka (4,200 m; 4–5 hrs; 10 km)
Day 9: Trek Yak Kharka → Thorong Phedi (4,525 m; 4–5 hrs; 6 km)
Day 10: Cross Thorong La Pass → Muktinath (5,416 m; 8–9 hrs; 15 km)
Day 11: Trek Muktinath → Jomsom via Kagbeni (2,720 m; 7–8 hrs; 20 km)
Day 12: Drive Jomsom → Pokhara (822 m; 6–7 hrs; 150 km)