Experience the Annapurna Circuit Trek in Comfort on a 16-day journey with Outfitter Himalaya, combining Himalayan trekking with thoughtfully arranged stays and convenient transfers. Walk through mountain villages, explore the Manang Valley, and cross Thorong La Pass at 5,416 meters before continuing to Muktinath, Tatopani, and Ghorepani for sunrise from Poon Hill.
The Annapurna Circuit Trek in Comfort is a 16-day journey that combines Himalayan trekking with four-star hotels in Kathmandu and Pokhara, upgraded lodges where available, and basic mountain teahouses on the higher sections. The itinerary includes Manang, the crossing of Thorong La Pass at 5,416 meters, Muktinath, Tatopani, Ghorepani, and sunrise from Poon Hill.
The road transfers cover selected sections of the circuit trail, and a flight from Pokhara returns you to Kathmandu. These arrangements add convenience and comfortable places to rest, while preserving the challenge of a high-altitude trek. Facilities vary between villages. Private bathrooms, reliable hot showers, and heated bedrooms cannot be guaranteed throughout the mountain route.
Choose the Annapurna Circuit itinerary that matches your available time, preferred accommodation, and trekking interests. This 16-day comfort package combines upgraded accommodation where available, city hotel stays, and a return flight from Pokhara.
For a classic itinerary, explore our 15-day Annapurna Circuit Trek; travelers with less time can consider the 9-day Short Annapurna Circuit Trek, while those starting their journey in Pokhara can consider the Annapurna Circuit Trek from Pokhara.
For a longer mountain adventure, our Tilicho Lake Trek with Annapurna Circuit adds a high-altitude lake excursion, and the Annapurna Circuit with Annapurna Base Camp Trek combines the circuit with the Annapurna Sanctuary. You can also explore the Nar Phu Valley with the Thorong La Trek for a different approach through remote valleys before joining the route toward Thorong La.
The Annapurna Circuit Trek in Comfort combines mountain trekking, cultural encounters, and thoughtfully arranged rest stops. Over 16 days, you travel from Kathmandu into the Manang Valley, cross Thorong La, and continue through Muktinath, Tatopani, and Ghorepani before relaxing in Pokhara. Accommodation and transport upgrades add convenience, while the high-altitude terrain remains a rewarding physical challenge.
Enjoy four-star hotels in Kathmandu and Pokhara, with time to rest before and after the trek. Along the route, selected upgraded lodges offer additional comfort where available, while higher settlements provide simpler mountain teahouses.
Facilities vary between villages. Private bathrooms, reliable hot showers, and heated bedrooms are not available throughout the route. Expect welcoming hospitality and practical places to recover after each walking day, with more basic conditions as you approach Thorong La.
The walking journey begins in Chame and follows the valley toward Pisang and Manang. Forested slopes and riverside paths gradually give way to open valleys, rocky hillsides, and high-altitude pastures.
Along the way, views of Annapurna II, Annapurna III, Gangapurna, Pisang Peak, and surrounding mountains reveal different sides of the Himalayan landscape. Later, the journey takes you through the drier scenery around Muktinath and the greener hills leading to Ghorepani.
Passing through Pisang, Manang, and other settlements gives you opportunities to observe everyday mountain life. Stone houses, monasteries, prayer wheels, and prayer flags reflect the upper valley's strong Tibetan Buddhist influence.
Your guide helps explain local customs and the places you visit. Farther along the journey, the villages and farming terraces around Tatopani and Ghorepani introduce a different landscape and cultural setting.
Two nights in Manang allow a day for acclimatization before continuing toward Yak Kharka and Thorong Phedi. Depending on the agreed itinerary, conditions, and how you feel, the day can include a local acclimatization walk and time to explore the village.
This pause is an important part of the journey, but it does not guarantee freedom from altitude-related problems. The walking pace and onward plans must remain responsive to conditions and each trekker’s wellbeing.
Crossing Thorong La at 5,416 meters is the itinerary's highest and most demanding stage. An early start leads into a sustained ascent through high-mountain terrain, followed by a long descent toward Muktinath.
Thin air, cold temperatures, and changing trail conditions make this a serious day of trekking. On clear days, the mountain scenery and sense of achievement make it a memorable part of the circuit. Comfortable stays elsewhere on the journey do not reduce the demands of this crossing.
After descending from Thorong La, you reach the Muktinath area, an important pilgrimage destination for both Hindus and Buddhists. The temple complex, water spouts, and surrounding mountain landscape offer a distinctive cultural experience.
Visit respectfully, following local guidance around religious spaces and photography. Visit timing depends on arrival, opening arrangements, and the following day’s travel schedule.
From Muktinath, you continue to Tatopani by vehicle rather than walking this road section. The journey passes through the changing landscapes of the Kali Gandaki Valley, with mountain settlements, dry slopes, and greener hills farther south.
Road conditions can make the drive bumpy and affect travel time. Any sightseeing stops along the way depend on the day’s schedule and the arrangements confirmed for your trip.
Tatopani offers an optional soak in the natural hot springs before the trek continues uphill. Bring swimwear and allow for the entrance fee unless it is included in your confirmed package.
The following stage to Ghorepani is a substantial uphill walking day through farming villages, terraces, and forests. Rhododendrons add seasonal color in spring, while the changing views provide interest throughout the climb.
An early morning hike from Ghorepani takes you to Poon Hill at 3,210 meters. When skies are clear, sunrise lights the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges, creating a memorable finish to the walking journey.
After breakfast in Ghorepani, descend to Ulleri and continue by vehicle to Pokhara. A free day lets you relax by Phewa Lake or choose optional activities before flying back to Kathmandu.
The price of this comfort package depends on group size and included services. Refer to the price table and inclusions on this page for the package you are booking.
For a wider comparison of itinerary prices and personal expenses, read our Annapurna Circuit Trek cost guide. Our Annapurna Circuit Trek permits guide explains permit arrangements and the documents you need to prepare. Outfitter Himalaya arranges the permits specified in this package’s inclusions.
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The journey begins in Kathmandu with sightseeing and trek preparation, then continues with a drive to Besisahar and a jeep ride to Chame. From Chame, you trek through Pisang to Manang, where an acclimatization day lets you explore before continuing to Yak Kharka and Thorong Phedi.
The most demanding stage crosses Thorong La Pass at 5,416 meters, then descends to Muktinath. From here, a road journey through the Kali Gandaki Valley takes you to Tatopani, where you can visit the hot springs. The trek then climbs to Ghorepani, followed by an early morning hike to Poon Hill for mountain views.
After returning to Ghorepani for breakfast, you descend to Ulleri and travel by vehicle to Pokhara. Enjoy a free day in Pokhara to relax before your flight back to Kathmandu and your final departure.
Your Annapurna journey begins with a welcome from Outfitter Himalaya at Tribhuvan International Airport. Our representative will meet you after arrival and accompany you to your four-star hotel in Kathmandu.
After checking in, take time to recover from your flight and settle into the city. You may enjoy a short walk nearby or spend the afternoon resting, depending on your arrival time.
After breakfast, join your sightseeing guide for an introduction to Kathmandu’s cultural and religious heritage; the planned tour includes Kathmandu Durbar Square, Pashupatinath, and Boudhanath. These visits reveal different sides of the valley, from historic courtyards and intricate architecture to living Hindu and Buddhist traditions.
Later, meet your Outfitter Himalaya trekking guide for a briefing. Review the walking stages, accommodation arrangements, luggage allowance, and preparations for the higher sections. This is also a chance to check your equipment, ask questions, and pack your trekking bag before leaving Kathmandu.
Leave Kathmandu after breakfast and travel by private vehicle toward Besisahar. The journey takes you out of the city and into a landscape of river valleys, cultivated hillsides, and roadside settlements. We will stop for meals and short breaks along the way.
Besisahar marks the transition between your city stay and the mountain journey ahead. On arrival, check into your accommodation and enjoy a relaxed evening. Your guide will explain the next day’s jeep journey to Chame and help you prepare anything you need to keep accessible during the drive. Travel time depends on traffic and road conditions.
Today, you travel to Chame by Local Jeep, and the jeep follows the valley into increasingly rugged terrain, with changing views of forested slopes, rivers, and settlements along the way. Some stretches are rough and bumpy, so the day’s pace depends on road conditions.
Arrive in Chame and settle into your lodge before the walking stages begin; if time and conditions allow, take a short stroll with your guide to get familiar with the village and stretch your legs after the drive.
Your first full walking day follows the valley from Chame toward Pisang. Forest paths, riverside stretches, and sections beneath steep mountain slopes highlight the Annapurna trail's variety. A distinctive sight of the day is the sweeping rock face of Paungda Danda.
As the valley opens, clear weather may reveal views of Annapurna II and Pisang Peak. Your guide sets a steady pace, with breaks for lunch and rest along the route.
On reaching Pisang, settle into your mountain accommodation and enjoy the quieter rhythm of village life. Facilities here are simpler than in your city hotels, making warm layers and a suitable sleeping bag useful for the evening.
Today, we continue walking toward Manang as the landscape opens up and the surrounding peaks feel closer. The day’s walking follows higher village trail.
Check into your selected lodge for a two-night stay. The afternoon and evening provide time to rest after the walk and discuss the following day’s acclimatization activities with your guide.
Remain in Manang today before continuing toward the higher overnight stops. After breakfast, discuss how you are feeling with your guide before setting out on the planned local acclimatization walk. The route and duration will depend on conditions and your wellbeing, with time to return to the lodge and rest.
Later, you may explore the village, observe local life, or visit nearby cultural sites, depending on access and timing. This is also a useful day to organize your equipment for Yak Kharka, Thorong Phedi, and the pass crossing.
Today is for preparation rather than covering long distances, and activities and onward plans may change if your guide deems an adjustment necessary.
Leave Manang after breakfast and follow the rising trail toward Yak Kharka. The surroundings gradually change from village fields to open hillsides and grazing country, with fewer trees and a stronger sense of the high-mountain environment.
Although the walking stage is shorter than some earlier days, the altitude makes a measured pace important. Your guide allows time for breaks rather than rushing to the next settlement. On arrival at Yak Kharka, settle into a basic mountain teahouse. The accommodation is practical and simple, with fewer facilities than the lower lodges. Spend the afternoon resting and preparing for the next stage toward Thorong Phedi.
Today’s trail continues through open alpine terrain toward Thorong Phedi, the overnight stop before your pass crossing. The rocky slopes and narrower sections require attentive walking, while the thinner air encourages a steady pace.
Follow your guide’s instructions through exposed stretches and pause for rest along the way. Once you reach Thorong Phedi, settle into the lodge and use the rest of the afternoon to prepare for an early departure.
Your guide will review expected conditions, the start time, and the equipment needed for Thorong La. Keep your headlamp, warm layers, gloves, and other essentials ready, and get an early night before the following morning’s departure.
Begin early for the most demanding stage of your Annapurna journey. From Thorong Phedi, the trail climbs steadily into a colder, more exposed landscape. Darkness may accompany the first part of the ascent, so a headlamp and accessible warm layers are essential.
Reaching Thorong La at 5,416 meters brings you to the itinerary's highest point. If conditions permit, pause briefly to appreciate the mountain setting before beginning the long descent toward Muktinath.
The descent requires patience and energy, especially after the climb. Your guide coordinates the pace and breaks throughout the day. On arrival, settle into your lodge and rest. You can visit a temple later or the following morning, depending on your arrival time and how you feel.
If you didn't complete the temple visit yesterday, start by exploring the Muktinath complex and follow local guidance through the religious sites. Both Hindus and Buddhists revere this pilgrimage destination, which offers a cultural contrast to the previous day's mountain crossing.
We travel by vehicle through the Kali Gandaki Valley toward Tatopani. The journey carries you from dry mountain scenery into lower, greener surroundings. Road surfaces can be rough, and sightseeing stops depend on the schedule and conditions.
After reaching Tatopani, check into your accommodation. If time allows, enjoy an optional visit to the natural hot springs—a chance to relax before the uphill trek to Ghorepani.
Return to the trail after breakfast for a substantial uphill day. Leaving the lower valley, climb through farming settlements, terraced hillsides, and forest toward Ghorepani.
The sustained ascent makes this a demanding stage even though you are now well below the altitude of Thorong La. Walk at a manageable pace, and use breaks to take in the changing scenery. Rhododendron forests add seasonal color when flowers are in bloom.
Reach Ghorepani and settle into your lodge. Your guide will explain the early-morning plan for Poon Hill, including the departure time and what to pack for the cooler walk before sunrise.
Set out before sunrise for the uphill walk to Poon Hill (3,210 meters). When the skies are clear, the viewpoint offers broad views of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges as the morning light reaches the peaks.
You will return to Ghorepani for breakfast before descending toward Ulleri. Forest paths and descending steps make this a different kind of walking day. At the road pickup point, you will meet your vehicle for the journey to Pokhara.
Check into your four-star hotel and enjoy the return to city comforts.
After breakfast, spend the day at your own pace. Following the mountain journey, this free day gives you time to rest, enjoy your hotel, or take a gentle walk beside Phewa Lake.
If you prefer to explore, you can choose optional activities such as boating, sightseeing, or visiting local shops and cafés. These activities and their costs can be discussed separately with Outfitter Himalaya.
There is no scheduled trekking today. Enjoy the opportunity to reflect on the journey, sort your photographs, and relax before returning to Kathmandu.
After breakfast, depending on your flight time to Kathmandu, we will transfer you to Pokhara Airport and fly to Kathmandu. You may see mountain views along the way, depending on the weather and your seat.
On arrival, our team will transfer you to your hotel. The remaining time is yours to rest, shop, or take a final walk through the city.
In the evening, join Outfitter Himalaya for your farewell dinner and share memories of the journey—from the villages of Manang to Thorong La and Poon Hill.
Your 16-day Annapurna Circuit Trek in Comfort concludes today. Enjoy breakfast and prepare for your transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport.
Outfitter Himalaya will coordinate the pickup time with your international flight details.
Leave with memories of mountain trails, welcoming villages, and the achievement of crossing Thorong La, along with the quieter moments that made the journey your own.
Pack for the high-altitude sections and the warmer valleys, and read our Annapurna Circuit Trek packing list for clothing, footwear, sleeping equipment, and everyday essentials.
The comfort package still requires warm layers and suitable trekking gear for Thorong La, even when upgraded accommodation is available elsewhere.
Spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November) are generally the preferred seasons for this itinerary. Conditions vary with altitude, and cold mornings, snow, or weather changes can still affect Thorong La.
Read our best time for the Annapurna Circuit Trek guide to compare seasons, and our Annapurna Circuit weather and temperature guide to prepare for conditions along the route. For advice specific to your travel dates, explore our monthly guides:
These guides cover the wider Annapurna Circuit region. For this comfort package, you must also check accommodation availability, transport arrangements, and whether the pass crossing is feasible for your chosen dates.
Comfortable accommodation does not reduce the physical demands of crossing Thorong La. Before booking, read our Annapurna Circuit Trek difficulty guide for details on walking conditions and what to prepare. Our Annapurna Circuit Trek distance guide explains how walking distances vary by route, starting point, and road transfers; use this comfort package’s daily itinerary for its specific stages.
You will spend three nights in four-star accommodation in Kathmandu and two nights in a four-star hotel in Pokhara, with breakfast included. The remaining ten nights are in selected upgraded lodges and basic mountain teahouses, as specified in your confirmed itinerary.
Accommodation standards vary between settlements, particularly at higher elevations. Check the daily itinerary and booking confirmation for the arrangements in Besisahar, Chame, Pisang, Manang, Yak Kharka, Thorong Phedi, Muktinath, Tatopani, and Ghorepani.
For more information about rooms, bathrooms, showers, and lodge facilities, read our Annapurna Circuit accommodation guide.
This strenuous trek requires preparation for sustained uphill walking, uneven trails, and consecutive trekking days. Most main walking stages in this itinerary take approximately four to eight hours, while the Thorong La crossing can take nine to ten hours or longer, depending on pace and conditions.
Prepare with regular hiking, uphill walking, and endurance exercise, and become comfortable carrying your daypack. Previous trekking experience is helpful. Discuss your fitness and relevant experience with Outfitter Himalaya before booking.
Meals are included as specified in the daily itinerary. Kathmandu and Pokhara hotel stays include breakfast, and Outfitter Himalaya hosts a farewell dinner in Kathmandu. During the trekking journey, breakfast and dinner are generally served at your overnight accommodation, with lunch taken along the route.
Morning tea or coffee is included with trekking breakfasts. Drinking water, additional beverages, snacks, desserts, and food ordered outside the included meals cost extra. Menus and availability vary between lodges, so please discuss dietary requirements before booking.
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Outfitter Himalaya’s comfort package combines four-star hotels in Kathmandu and Pokhara with selected upgraded lodges along the route, where available. It also includes road transfers on selected sections, a free day in Pokhara, and a flight back to Kathmandu. Higher settlements still have basic teahouses, and the trek retains the physical challenge of crossing Thorong La Pass.
The price depends on your group size and any requested changes. Refer to the current price table on this page or contact Outfitter Himalaya for a quotation. The package includes the specified accommodation, trekking meals, city hotel breakfasts, guide and porter support, permit arrangements, listed transfers, and the Pokhara–Kathmandu flight.
Spring, from March to May, and autumn, from September to November, are generally the preferred seasons. These periods usually offer a favorable balance of trekking conditions, mountain views, and lodge availability.
However, Thorong La remains a high-mountain crossing where cold, snow, and weather changes are possible. Winter and monsoon departures require closer assessment of trail conditions and road access.
This is a strenuous high-altitude trek, and the comfortable accommodation and road transfers add convenience, but they do not make the Thorong La crossing easy. The longest walking day is approximately 9–10 hours, depending on pace and conditions. Well-prepared beginners may consider the trip, but should discuss their fitness and hiking experience with Outfitter Himalaya before booking. Previous experience with long walks and sustained uphill hiking is helpful.
These facilities cannot be guaranteed throughout the mountain route. The package includes four-star city hotels and selected upgraded lodges. Still, higher settlements offer simpler accommodation, and some mountain lodges have shared bathrooms, charge separately for hot showers, or have limited hot water. Outfitter Himalaya will explain the accommodation arrangements when confirming your booking.
Yes. Outfitter Himalaya arranges the permit services listed in the package, including ACAP and TIMS arrangements as required for the itinerary. The trekking journey includes an experienced trekking guide and porter support. Your booking confirmation should specify the porter-sharing arrangement and luggage allowance. You carry a daypack with the items you need while walking.
This package requires travel insurance and your policy must cover trekking up to 5,416 meters and emergency helicopter evacuation, subject to its terms and conditions.
Outfitter Himalaya can help arrange emergency evacuation, but the package price does not include rescue, evacuation, or medical expenses. Confirm the altitude limit, activity coverage, and emergency assistance procedures directly with your insurer before departure.
The highest point is Thorong La Pass at 5,416 meters. The itinerary includes two nights in Manang, allowing an acclimatization day before continuing to Yak Kharka and Thorong Phedi. Acclimatization does not eliminate altitude-related risks, and our guide may adjust plans if necessary.
The package lasts 16 days, including your arrival and departure days in Kathmandu. After Kathmandu sightseeing, you travel to Besisahar and then to Chame, where the main walking journey begins. The route continues through Manang, Thorong La, Muktinath, Tatopani, Ghorepani, and Poon Hill. The trek ends at Ulleri, followed by a transfer to Pokhara and a flight to Kathmandu.
You need suitable trekking gear even with the accommodation upgrades. Bring well-fitting trekking boots, warm layers, an insulated jacket, waterproof outerwear, gloves, a warm hat, sun protection, a headlamp, and reusable water bottles. A suitable sleeping bag remains useful in the colder mountain lodges.
Outfitter Himalaya offers a sleeping bag and down jacket upon request, to be returned after the trek. Confirm availability before arrival and follow our Annapurna Circuit packing list.
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