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1 Overview Trek to upper valley of Naar Phu, opened to tourism only in recent years, retains a strong scent of authenticity. Starting from the now classic turn of Annapurna, one must leave the edges of the Marshyangdi to sink into a deep gorge. Above, it opens on the villages of Naar Phu and splendidly isolated in austere slopes of Kang Guru (6,990 m). Crossing the Kang La, just in front of the Annapurna range, perfectly complement this remarkable trek. We propose an amazing route on Annapurna massif constitutes an alternative to the traditional route, in recent years the classical route of Annapurna has been invaded by some sections of track remaining some interest to travel. This incredible journey that we offer combines trekking through the lonely valley of Nar Phu to Phugaon lost population to then cross a high hill that leads up Manang. One of the most spectacular trails Annapurna Massif is one of the most complete programs we can do in this area of the Himalayas and adjacent to amalgam of ethnicities, cultures and landscapes make the Nar Phu Trek one of the most rewarding mountain trips Itinerary Details Day 01 : Kathmandu At Kathmandu international Airport, After Visa formalities complete, we have to come downstairs to collect Luggage and proceed to outside from terminal Building. Please check our Company Name board, Our Guide will be waiting with display board at the arrival gate. Upon our arrival at Kathmandu international airport, we will be warmly welcome by our Airport representative guide with Silk scarves as per Sherpa customs. You will be transfer to hotel by Private Vehicle. Check in at Hotel, free welcome drinks tea/coffee or any cold drinks/juices. Company Manager will meet you as per your prefer time & will provide detailed Plans and Briefing about the trip. At the Evening we will offer you welcome dinner at best authentic Nepali restaurant where you can enjoy the best Nepali food and cultural show. Dinner included overnight stay at best hotel in the Kathmandu. Day 02 : Kathmandu (1300M/ 4265ft) After Breakfast your day will start for sightseeing tour of 4 Popular UNESCO Heritage sites of Kathmandu Valley. Our first destination is Swoyambhunath. This place offers a majestic view of the entire Kathmandu valley. Stupa of Swoyambhunath epitomizes Buddhism. Your guide will enlighten you with detailed historical and cultural information about the place. After this you will visit Living goddess home and Kathmandu Durbar square. Locally this, Old royal palace area is called Basantapur Area or Hanuman dhoka Durbar Square. Our next sightseeing will be at Boudha nath (the biggest & Largest Buddhist Stupa in the World). In this Area, you will visit Buddhist Monastery and stop for lunch Break. If weather is clear you can see nearest Mountain of Kathmandu- Ganesh Himal from top of Restaurant. After Lunch, we will visit Hindus temple Pasupatinath and tour for today is finished. It normally takes 5-6 hours tour to visit all these 4 monuments

2 within Kathmandu city. Afternoon free for packing for trek and getting ready. Day 03 : Kathamndu Besisahar (760M/ 2493ft) After Breakfast. Our trekking guide will come to the hotel at 07:00 hrs to pick you with private transport to leave for Besi Shahar (185km) and will take us about 6 hours. Along the journey you will witness some spectacular scenery of White Mountains, green hills, rivers and hamlets. We overnight at a guesthouse. Day 04 : Drive To Tal (1700M) Today we take Local jeep to drive up to Tal. The newly build road allows us to drive by Local jeep. We can see wonderful views of waterfalls, village, rivers and Marshyandi Valley along the way to Tal. Day 05 : Tal- Trek To Bagarchap (2080M/ 6824ft) We will pass the village of Tal at 1700 meter which lies at the foot of a large waterfall. The trail crosses a broad, flat valley that was once a lake (Tal means lake) after which we will cross the Marsyangdi by a 60 meter long suspension bridge. The trail will climb up from a second suspension bridge to a stone kani (an arch over the trail) which marks the entrance to Dharapani at 1960 meter. All old villages from here to Kagbeni have these arches and they become more elaborate and picturesque as the Tibetan influence becomes stronger. The trail slowly climbs from here on through a forest of blue pine, spruce, hemlock, maple and oak to Bagarchhap. This is the first village on the trek with typical Tibetan architecture: closely spaced stone houses, with flat roofs piled high with firewood. (5 hrs). Day 06 : Bagarchap Koto (2720M/ 8923ft) We will first follow the south bank of the river climbing to Syal Khola (the river of jackals) at 2210 meter, after which we will cross the river over a cement bridge near a spectacular waterfall. The route crosses several landslides as it works its way uphill through a walnut tree forest. Throughout the day there are nice views of Lamjung Himal, Annapurna II and Annapurna IV (7525m) (6 hrs).day 05. Dharapani - Koto (2600 m) On leaving the village, discover our first " 8000 " prayer walls and gompas. Halfway through the village of Timang (2570 m ) offers a beautiful view of Manaslu. A Koto, Annapurna II is in focus, exceptional views. All meals included overnight stay at Tented Camp. Day 07 : Koto - Singenge Dharamsala (3,230 M) We leave the classical route of Annapurna round to follow, for five days, the course of Naar Phu Khola to discover the high valleys of Naar and Phu, recently opened to tourism. The gorges are very wild Naar Phu. Step gradual ascent through beautiful pine forests. Beautiful views south over the Lamjung Himal. Overnight in tents in the woods near a

3 beautiful waterfall. All meals included overnight stay at Tented Camp. Day 08 : Singenge Dharmasala - Meta (3,560 M) After an hour walk, we cross a small stream, then the path straightens abruptly during the last hour before reaching the village of Meta where people live Naar during the winter months. Khampa warriors originating in Kham (eastern Tibet), settled in Metha after the Chinese invasion of Tibet in 1959, before being expelled in 1975 when a Nepalese military intervention. Their passage, there are some ruins of an old fort above the village. Overnight in tents with views of the Pisang Peak (6092 m), Kang Guru ( 6,990 m), Lamjung Himal the, Annapurna II. All meals included overnight stay at Tented Camp. Day 09 : Meta - Kyang (3,840 M) Morning departure to achieve progressive Jhunum ( 3695 m), where we cross two rivers. The path, steep, climbs to the village of Chyakhu. The terrain is gentle, and a pleasant path leads us to the hamlet of Khampa Kyang. The inhabitants of the hamlet of Alpine Phu come to take shelter in the winter. Along the way, unobstructed view of Annapurna II and IV, the glacier north of Kang Guru Himal and Juna. All meals included overnight stay at Tented Camp. Day 10 : Kyang - Phu (4,005 M) We begin the hike on a beautiful trail carved into the rock, then we go down to the waters of Phu Khola, we follow for some time. We must again gain altitude to reach the gate of the village and beyond, the village of Phu itself. Broad view on top of Kang Guru (6981 m), the Juna Himal in the east. Visit the monastery of Tashi Lakhang, one of the oldest monasteries in the Himalayas of Nepal. The habitat here is typically Tibetan. Beyond, the valley continues towards Tibet and the high peaks of the Peri Himal ( Himlung and Ratna Chuli ). All meals included overnight stay at Tented Camp. Day 11 : Rest Day At Phu Free day to explore this beautiful village perched on a rocky promontory, which was a crossroads of trans-himalayan trade. All meals included overnight stay at Tented Camp. Day 12 : Phu - Jhunum ( 3,695 M) We descend along the course of the Phu Khola. The descent is fast and allows us to reach the village of Jhunum. Very nice camp. Lamjung Himal and recurrence of Annapurna II. Night in tents. All meals included overnight stay at Tented Camp. Day 13 : Jhunum - Naar (4,170 M) Starting in quiet false flat downhill, we crossed the river Labse ( " Snow Leopard " in

4 Tibetan) on a beautiful bridge, then steep climb to reach a set of ancient chortens. Arriving at the village of Naar. Exceptional views of Pisang Peak and Kang Guru. Imposing mani walls and a large prayer wheel mark the entrance to this bustling village. All meals included overnight stay at Tented Camp. Day 14 : Naar - Khangla Phedi ( 4,510 M) Short step to acclimatize before undertaking serious things. Little difference in height, but the altitude arises. Camp at the foot of the pass, to the limit of the alpine lawn, where, binoculars, we can see almost the entire route ahead. All meals included overnight stay at Tented Camp. Day 15 : Khangla Phedi - Khangla Pass ( 5,313 M) - Ngawal ( 3660 M) Surge towards the neck. Beautiful mountain atmosphere! We spend close to a small lake before starting the final climb. The view is majestic Kang Guru. Cervical, breathtaking views across the peaks of the Annapurna range. The first 100 meters below the neck asking for attention. We dive towards the Marsyangdi Khola to classic way round Annapurna, which we find to Ngawal. All meals included overnight stay at Tented Camp. Day 16 : Ngawal - Manang (3,540 M) Day decompression between the two passes. Pleasant walk on a balcony path, but busy! The villages of Julu, Munji and Braga rhythm walking. Little monastery in Braga. Arrive early to Manang, we can visit in our leisure. All meals included overnight stay at Tented Camp. Day 17 : Manang-Pisang-Chame(2,700m) Today we walk down to Chame by very famous Annapurna Circuit trek route. Along the way we can see panoramic views of Annapurna Rage. All meals included overnight stay at Tented Camp. Day 18 : Chame-Syange-Besisahar(830m) Today we drive to Besishar by Local Jeep. It takes about 6-7 hrs to get Besishara by Jeep. At Besisahar we stay overnight at lodge Day 19 : Besisahar-Kathmandu We will drive by Private Vehicle to Kathmandu. It takes about 5 hrs to get Kathmandu. Overnight at Hotel (D) Day 20 : Departure

5 Morning free for last Minute shopping or time as your own. Our driver and airport representative drive you to the airport in time for your flight back home. We ensure that you leave Kathmandu with cherishing memory and an experience of a lifetime.

Overview. Itinerary Details

Overview. Itinerary Details Overview Jomsom trek will covers all trekking places inside Annapurna areas including trek to base camp of ABC and fishtail base camp, trek back to Chhomrong and trek to famous short trek Ghorepani- Poonhill