Description
- Arrival at Kathmandu:
Arrival at Kathmandu and then transfer to hotel with a short briefing session reflecting ancient local tradition, shrines, and temples in Kathmandu. Overnight in Kathmandu. (1000m). - Kathmandu – Besisahar by Nagdi (7600m) :
After having a charming and spectacular view of natural green forest on the way to Besisahar following through Trisuli river one reaches Besisahar after 6 hours drive. Here one will experience one of the most beautiful villages, streams, rivers, paddy fields. Overnight in Nagdi. - Nagdi – Chyanche (1310 m) :
The trekking begins. The route follows Marsyandi River upstream, crossing the long suspension bridge and passing a beautiful thin waterfall with a fine bathing pool. Ascend to the town of Bahundanda, Bahun (a cast or a cultural group) reserving hills. There are beautiful sceneries and landscapte seen on the north and a little known hot spring as well. - Chyanche – Danaque (2160 m) :
The gorge becomes more impressive after leaving Chame. Chame is a valley with beautiful routes and is naturally outstanding. Cross into the district of Manang and see more Bhote (one of the casting or cultural group) People. These are primarily agro-pastoralists and the real Trans – Himalayan traders of the region. The route climbs gradually to the town of Bagarchhap (butcher’s Shop). The houses of Danaque where one can see flat-roofed houses because there occurs less rainfall than that in the south. - Danaque – Chame (2670 m):
Leaving Bagarchhap the valley becomes slender and picturesque. The vegetation is temperate with broad-leaved forest. Chame, the district headquarter of Manang gives frequent touches with the religious building and allows one to witness a hot spring. - Chame – Pisang (3200 m) :
Continue through unrelenting narrow valley of pine, hemlock and cypress forests. The trail through a serene forests leads to lower Pisang (1000m Higher), which is a ‘must’ station for an amazing view of Annapurna 2. This arid region is a rain shadow of Himalaya. - Pisang – Manang (3540 m) :
Two routes are available as options. Lower routes or the higher routes among which the later one takes longer but offers outstanding views of Annapurna Himal and also with few trekkers. Both routes converge to the large and interesting village of Braga, which is a seat of the oldest monastery in the area. The Gompa is about 900 years old and belongs to Kargyupa sect of Tibetan Buddhism, and contains some unique works of arts. At the end of the day, the destination Manang is reached, the place having a cultural display of Sherpa & Gurung people. - Manang (3540 m) :
Acclimatization at Manang. This is just spending a day to adjust with the altitude and climatic condition after climbing to higher elevation from Pokhara through the vigorous trail on foot. Manang itself is a spectacular location with many attraction of lakes, caves, moraine, hills, monastery or local activities of the town. One can utilize this day to see the beautiful parts and wonderful people of this place. - Manang – Khangsar (4050 m):
Beyond Manang, begins places where no modern world facilities available. Cross small tributaries and contour along pleasant meadows with occasional birch groves. There is chance to see herds of blue sheep. Through the estuary of Marsyandi River, you can have a sunset view in the mountains all around. Khangsar is one of the oldest residency for Tibetan people. - Khangsar – Tilicho Lake Base Camp (4750 m) :
At this day the altitude rises gradually. The night overtay is at Tilicho lake base camp, a nearby camp also regarded as heaven. Leaving the Marsyandi River, one reached the hilltop and just by the highest lake in the world. If you are lucky enough, you may spot a snow leopard nearby here at dusk. It’s a base camp for crossing Tilicho pass. - Tilicho Lake Base Camp – Khangsar :
Cross small tributaries and contour along pleasant meadows with occasional birch groves. There is chance to see herds of blue sheep. Through the estuary of Marsyandi River, you can have a sunset view in the mountains all around. Khangsar is one of the old residency for Tibetan people. - Khangsar – Manang
Return back to Manang and acclimatize at Manang. This day is again necessary to adjust with the various changes in altitude experienced in previous days. Manang itself is a spectacular location with many attractions including lakes, caves, moraine, hills, monastery or local activities of the town. If one has missed something during the first visit, one can utilize this day to enjoy the one of the world’s most beautiful place alongwith the local lifestyle. - Manang – Besisahar
Descend through green forest hills, all the way to the valley floor, with the biggest gorge, spectacular mountain views. From here one can also make a way to the city of Pokhara. - Besisahar – Kathmandu
The route is the same as droven during the beginning of the trip. - See Off to Airport
Transfer to International airport for your final departure
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