Explore Rural Villages and the History of the Annapurna Region

The 17 day/16 night circuit trek takes you through some of the most amazing landscape in Nepal. The trek begins in well forested and terraced hills; a region inhabited by Hindus. But past Pisang the landscape changes dramatically as the dense forests are replaced by the barren landscape of the Tibetan plateau. Here you enter the Manang valley which is inhabited by gypsy traders of Tibetan origin. After several rest and short days for acclimatization, head north to Thorung La at 17,840 ft, and descend to Muktinath where there is a fantastic shrine revered by both Hindus and Buddhists.

The trek ends in Jomsom where a flight through the Kali Gandaki gorge, the deepest gorge in the world between Annapurna and Dhaulagiri, brings you to Kathmandu.

You may opt to continue and complete the full circuit. There is a newly built unpaved road from Jomsom to Tatopani (3 day trek) but views of the Dhaulagiri range from here are awe-inspiring. Beyond Tatopani, ascend to Ghorepani Ridge and to Pun Hill from where a 360 degree view of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri mountains is possible. This is indeed one of the best mountain viewpoints of the world!

The Annapurna Circuit trek is available April through June, and October through December. You can extend your trek to the Full Circuit itinerary and add four days to your itinerary. This is a lodge trek, which means that you will sleep and eat in local family-owned lodges. You are responsible for providing your own sleeping bag.

If you are looking for glimpse into the history of Nepal and a chance to soak in the majestic scenery of the Annapurna, the Circuit is a great choice for you! Visit our website at www.grandasianjourneys.com or call 888-586-7750 for more information.