Majestic Manang takes you on a once in a lifetime experience into the heart of the Annapurna mountains. The stunning Manang valley offers some of the best mountain views in Nepal including Annapurna two, three and four as well as Gangapurna, Pisang peak and Tilicho peak. 

This trek has been put together with your comfort in mind with over half the time in luxury lodges. For the remaining nights, you will stay in handpicked trekking lodges renowned for their good hospitality.

If you love the mountains and trekking but also enjoy a bit of comfort this is the perfect trek for you.

US$2,250*

9 NIGHT TOUR WITH 7 NIGHT TREK
DEPARTS: KATHMANDU

Maximum elevation: 3,900m
Level of difficulty: Medium
Availability: March to May & October to November

* Price based on twin share accommodation. Single room supplement of US$300 available subject to availability
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ITINERARY

DAY 1

Depart after breakfast for Besisahar, the gateway to the Annapurna trekking area. After leaving the main highway, you start to travel into Lamjung district down a country road. Stay overnight at a hotel with a lovely garden and outdoor swimming pool. Dinner included.
Driving time: 6 hours
Overnight: Besisahar | Altitude: 760 m

DAY 2

After breakfast, travel by jeep to the hilltop village of Timang (2750m) where we start our trek. The trail descends slightly to Koto before continuing to the large village of Chame where we stay overnight in a traditional trekking lodge. Enjoy a home cooked dinner around a fireplace in the cozy dining room.
Meals included: breakfast and dinner
Driving time: 3.5 hours
Walking time: 5 hours
Overnight: Chame | Altitude: 2670 m

DAY 3

After breakfast, walk across the bridge to Chame’s famous hot springs (free entry). Enjoy a soak in the hot pools before returning to the lodge to pack up. Today's trek is short but allows you to acclimatise to the altitude. The trail follows the Marsyangdi river, partly on the road but there are a number of points where trekkers have their own trail. Arrive at Bratang in time for lunch. The farmhouse here is home to Nepal's largest apple orchard and their freshly pressed apple juice is delicious. After lunch, walk around the orchard where you are welcome to pick your own apples. There is also an apple winery and distillery with free tastings available in the evening. The hotel offers a range of extra activities including archery and an indoor climbing wall. There is also a pool table and a number of games.
Meals included: breakfast and dinner
Walking time: 2.5 hours
Overnight: Bratang | Altitude: 2900 m

DAY 4 

Today's hike is more challenging as we climb towards the Manang valley. It is really important to drink lots of water and walk at a slower pace. We stop in the village of Dukure Pokhare for lunch before continuing to Upper Pisang. From here, continue to the Green Lake where we stay for the night in a trekking lodge.
Meals included: breakfast and dinner
Walking time: 3.5 hours
Overnight: Green Lake, Pisang | Altitude: 3250 m

DAY 5

The trail today has a gradual increase in altitude and passes through forest and open stretches offering  stunning views of Annapurna I. Stop for a break in the small village of Humde where flights used to operate from the small airport. Continue towards Braka where you will be based for the next few days. The hotel here is extremely comfortable and by far the best in the area. The lovely rooms look out on Annapurna III and IV and there are extensive views of the Marsyangdi river and stunning natural landscape. Rooms have electric blankets and hot water bottles, so you will be warm.
Meals included: breakfast and dinner
Walking time: 4 hours
Overnight: Braka | Altitude: 3500 m

DAY 6

Today we need to acclimatise further with a day hike above Braka. Hike to Gangapurna lake before returning to Manang for a look around. There are several shops here selling trekking gear and an excellent coffee shop with home made cakes and real coffee. There is also a small cultural museum. The Himalayan Rescue Association also offer daily talks on altitude issues at 3pm.
Meals included: breakfast and dinner
Walking time: 2 hours
Overnight: Braka | Altitude: 3500 m

DAY 7

After breakfast, visit Braka Gompa which is 500 years old and although there are no practicing monks anymore it is still worth a visit. From here we climb above traditional houses towards the Braka Ice Lake (or Kicho Tal) at an altitude of 4635 m. The trail is steep and it takes around 3 hours to reach the lake from where there are stunning views. Alternatively, you can take a lower trail towards the village of Ngawal. This is a lovely walk with stunning views.
Meals included: breakfast and dinner
Walking time: 2.5 hours
Overnight: Braka | Altitude: 3500 m

DAY 8

After breakfast, we head towards Manang and continue through the old quarter on a path towards the Thorong La Pass. As we climb there are stunning views of Gangapurna, Annapurna 3 and Tilicho Peak. We have lunch in the small village of Gunsang and return to Manang.
Meals included: breakfast and dinner
Walking time: 3 hours
Overnight: Manang | Altitude: 3500 m

DAY 9

Depart the hotel by jeep for the journey back to Besisahar. Check back into the hotel there and relax in the garden or have a swim in the pool.
Meals included: breakfast and dinner
Driving time: 8 hours
Overnight: Besisahar | Altitude: 760 m

DAY 10

Return to Kathmandu by car.
Meals included: breakfast
Driving time: 6 hours