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13-day trip from Kathmandu visiting Scenic Drive to Besisahar, Lunch Break and Continue Drive to Besisahar. Operated by Marvel Travels and Tours.
Highlights
- Embark on a 13-day Annapurna Circuit trek with an experienced guide
13-Day Annapurna Circuit Trek with Lady Guide: Key Facts
| Price | From $949 per person |
|---|---|
| Duration | 13 days |
| Languages | English |
| Tour type | Guided Tour |
| Booking | Direct with the local operator — no OTA markup |
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13-Day Annapurna Circuit Trek with Lady Guide
Full description
A 13-day trip out of Kathmandu taking in Scenic Drive to Besisahar, Lunch Break, Continue Drive to Besisahar and Drive to Dharapani. There are 34 stops in all.
The running order is Scenic Drive to Besisahar, then Lunch Break, then Continue Drive to Besisahar, then Drive to Dharapani, then Dinner & Overnight Stay, and on from there.
The price covers experienced English-speaking trekking guide, Bus Transfer From kathmandu to Besisahar and sharing jeep besisahar to chame, All necessary paperwork and permits (Local Government Entry Permit, TIMS) and Sharing Teahouse accommodation during the trek (Package 2) [can be selected from add-ons if needed in package 1]. It does not cover travel insurance and emergency evacuation, Sharing Teahouse accommodation during the trek (unless selected as Package 2) and Three standard meals per day during the trek (unless selected as Package 2), so budget for those separately. Two travellers pay $1534 together rather than $949 each, because this is priced per party and not per head.
Tour Itinerary
The schedule below is a suggested plan and can be adjusted to suit your preferences.
Scenic Drive to Besisahar
Leave Kathmandu and enjoy a scenic drive through Nepal's changing landscapes, following mountain roads, rivers, hills, and traditional settlements.
Lunch Break
Take a break during the drive and enjoy lunch at a local roadside restaurant before continuing toward Besisahar.
Continue Drive to Besisahar
Continue through the Marsyangdi River valley and mountain scenery before arriving at the peaceful village of Besisahar
Drive to Dharapani
Take a local jeep from Besisahar to Dharapani
Dinner & Overnight Stay
Enjoy dinner and spend your first night at a local mountain teahouse in Dharapani.
Breakfast
Enjoy breakfast before beginning your first full day of trekking through the Annapurna region.
Trek to Chame (5 hrs)
Follow forested mountain trails through traditional villages while enjoying views of the surrounding Himalayan peaks.
Lunch Break
Rest at a local teahouse and enjoy lunch before continuing through the mountain valley.
Explore Chame
Spend some time exploring Chame and enjoying views of the surrounding mountains before settling in for the evening.
Dinner & Overnight Stay
Enjoy dinner and spend the night at a traditional mountain teahouse.
Breakfast
Enjoy breakfast before continuing deeper into the Annapurna mountain region.
Trek to Pisang (5 hrs)
Walk through pine forests, narrow valleys, and mountain settlements while enjoying increasingly dramatic views of the Annapurna range.
Lunch Break
Rest at a mountain teahouse and enjoy lunch before continuing toward Pisang.
Explore Pisang
Explore the traditional mountain village of Pisang and take in the surrounding Himalayan scenery.
Dinner & Overnight Stay
Enjoy dinner and spend the night at a local mountain teahouse.
Breakfast
Enjoy breakfast before setting out toward Manang via the scenic upper route.
Trek via Ghyaru & Ngawal (6 hrs)
Climb through Ghyaru and Ngawal, two traditional mountain villages offering spectacular views of Annapurna II, Annapurna III, Gangapurna, and surrounding peaks.
Lunch Break
Enjoy lunch at a local mountain teahouse while taking in the panoramic Himalayan scenery.
Continue Trek to Manang (3,540 m)
Continue through the upper Marsyangdi Valley before arriving in Manang, an important acclimatization stop on the Annapurna Circuit.
Breakfast
Enjoy breakfast before taking a relaxed acclimatization day around Manang.
Hike to Gangapurna Lake
Take a short scenic hike toward Gangapurna Lake and enjoy impressive views of the surrounding glaciers, mountains, and Manang Valley.
Lunch Break
Return to Manang and enjoy lunch at a local teahouse.
Optional Hike to Ice Lake
If conditions and fitness allow, take an optional hike toward Ice Lake for panoramic mountain views and additional acclimatization.
Free Time in Manang
Relax, explore the village, visit local cafés and bakeries, or prepare for the higher-altitude trek ahead.
Dinner & Overnight Stay
Enjoy dinner and spend another night at a traditional mountain teahouse.
Breakfast
Enjoy breakfast before leaving Manang and continuing into the high-altitude landscape.
Trek to Yak Kharka (4 hrs)
Gradually climb through alpine landscapes and open mountain terrain toward Yak Kharka while enjoying views of the surrounding peaks.
Lunch Break
Take a break and enjoy lunch at a mountain teahouse before continuing the day's trek.
Explore Yak Kharka
Relax and take in the high-altitude surroundings while allowing your body to adjust to the increasing elevation.
Breakfast
Enjoy breakfast before beginning the gradual climb toward Thorong Phedi.
Trek to Thorong Phedi (4 hrs)
Follow the high-altitude trail through rugged mountain terrain toward Thorong Phedi, the base for the Thorong La Pass crossing.
Lunch Break
Enjoy lunch and take time to rest at the teahouse before the challenging pass crossing.
Prepare for Thorong La Pass
Rest, organize your trekking gear, and prepare for the early-morning ascent to Thorong La Pass.
Dinner & Overnight Stay
Enjoy dinner and spend the night at a mountain teahouse.
Early Breakfast
Have an early breakfast before beginning the challenging ascent toward the highest point of the trek.
Cross Thorong La Pass (5,416 m) (4–5 hrs)
Climb through rugged high-altitude terrain to Thorong La Pass at 5,416 meters and enjoy sweeping views across the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges.
Lunch Break
Take a well-earned break and enjoy lunch before beginning the descent toward Muktinath.
Descend to Muktinath (3,760 m) (3 hrs)
Descend through the dramatic Mustang landscape toward Muktinath, a sacred pilgrimage destination for both Hindu and Buddhist communities.
Visit Muktinath Temples
Explore the sacred temple area and experience the unique blend of Hindu and Buddhist traditions at Muktinath.
Dinner & Overnight Stay
Enjoy dinner and rest at a local mountain teahouse after crossing Thorong La Pass.
Breakfast
Enjoy breakfast before beginning the scenic journey toward the lower Kali Gandaki Valley.
Trek through Kagbeni (4–5 hrs)
Descend through the dramatic Mustang landscape, passing traditional villages, dry mountain terrain, and sections of the Kali Gandaki Valley.
Lunch Break
Take a well-deserved break and enjoy lunch at a local teahouse before continuing the trek.
Continue Trek to Marpha (2–3 hrs)
Continue along the Kali Gandaki Valley toward Marpha, passing traditional settlements, mountain views, and apple orchards before reaching the village.
Breakfast
Enjoy a relaxed breakfast at your teahouse.
Explore Marpha
Spend the day exploring the traditional village, visiting local monasteries, narrow stone-paved streets, and nearby viewpoints.
Lunch Break
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant or teahouse.
Free Time & Relaxation
Take time to rest, enjoy the peaceful mountain surroundings, visit local cafés, or sample Marpha's famous apple products.
Dinner & Overnight Stay
Enjoy dinner and spend another night in Marpha.
Breakfast
Enjoy breakfast before beginning the journey toward Pokhara.
Drive through Jomsom & Kali Gandaki Valley
Travel through Jomsom and the scenic Kali Gandaki Valley, passing mountain villages and changing landscapes as you descend toward lower elevations.
Lunch Break
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before continuing the journey to Pokhara.
Continue drive to Pokhara
Continue through the mountain roads and greener valleys before arriving in Pokhara.
Dinner & Overnight Stay
Enjoy dinner and spend the night at your hotel in Pokhara.
Breakfast
Enjoy breakfast
Free time in Pokhara
Enjoy your free time in pokhara.
Lunch Break
Enjoy your lunch at Pokhara
Enjoy your evening in pokhara
Enjoy your evening time in pokhara.
Breakfast
Enjoy breakfast in Pokhara before beginning your journey back to Kathmandu.
Scenic Drive to Kathmandu
Travel by road through Nepal's scenic hills, rivers, villages, and countryside as you return to Kathmandu.
Lunch Break
Stop along the journey for lunch before continuing toward Kathmandu.
Arrival in Kathmandu (1,400 m)
Arrive in Kathmandu and conclude your Annapurna Circuit and Tilicho Lake adventure with unforgettable memories of the Himalayas.
Trip Completion
Say goodbye to your guide and trekking team after completing the 13-day Annapurna Circuit journey.
Includes
- Experienced English-speaking trekking guide
- Bus Transfer From kathmandu to Besisahar and sharing jeep besisahar to chame
- All necessary paperwork and permits (Local Government Entry Permit, TIMS)
- Sharing Teahouse accommodation during the trek (Package 2) [can be selected from add-ons if needed in package 1]
- Three standard meals per day during the trek (Package 2) [can be selected from add-ons if needed in package 1]
- Emergency First Aid kits carried by guide
- Trek completion certificate
- Guide salaries, insurance, equipment, transport, food, and lodging
- Staff equipment, insurance and allowances
- All Government Taxes and VATs
Excludes
- Travel insurance and emergency evacuation
- Sharing Teahouse accommodation during the trek (unless selected as Package 2)
- Three standard meals per day during the trek (unless selected as Package 2)
- Professional porter service [can be selected from add-ons if needed]
- Personal Trekking Equipment and gears (down jackets are available to buy in Kathmandu and Pokhara)
- Personal expenses
- Hot showers, Wi-Fi, charging, and laundry fees
- Tips for the guide and porter
- Additional expenses caused by weather, landslides, road closures, illness, government regulations, strikes, or other unforeseen circumstances are not included.
- Any services not mentioned under "Includes"
Important information
Meeting point
The operator confirms the exact meeting point and time once your booking is confirmed, and you will have it well before the day. If you would rather know before you book, message us on WhatsApp and we will ask them for you.
Weather
This runs outdoors, so the operator can call it off for rain, wind or sea conditions, and that decision is usually made on the day. If they cancel, you choose: another date, or your money back in full. We do not keep a booking fee on a tour that did not run.
Know before you go
- Free cancellation available up to 24 hours before the activity starts