Annapurna Circuit Trek - 20 Days
One of the classic treks in Nepal, this popular route takes you all the way from subtropical jungle to high-altitude plateau, culminating in Thorung La at 5,419 m.
There’s no better place in the world for mountain excursions than Nepal. In 20 days you could design an epic adventure as you embark on the famous Annapurna Circuit Trek, which will take you from subtropical jungle all the way up to the Thorung La Pass, which is at an altitude of 17,716 feet (5,400 meters). Or you could head off the beaten track to the most northern and remote region of Nepal, the Limi Valley. On this trek you’ll head westward towards the border with China, passing ancient Buddhist monasteries and making your way over breathtaking Himalayan mountain passes at a whopping 16,000 feet (4,900 meters) in altitude.
One of the classic treks in Nepal, this popular route takes you all the way from subtropical jungle to high-altitude plateau, culminating in Thorung La at 5,419 m.
Hidden deep within the Himalaya is Humla: the highest, most northern and remote district of Nepal. Humla is culturally diverse, occupied in the northern highlands by Bhotias, and in the southern valleys and riverbeds by the Khasas (Hindus). You will experience these rich and varied cultures as you trek over 16,000 ft passes, through remote villages, and explore ancient monasteries in the vivid Limi Valley.
This 20-day itinerary guides you along the legendary Three Passes route—one of Nepal's most challenging and spectacular treks. Traverse a rugged landscape of steep passes, glaciers, and the world's highest freshwater lakes to reach the doorstep of Mount Everest. With downtime to rest and acclimatize to the altitude, you'll gain insight into the rich Sherpa culture with visits to local villages and isolated monasteries.
Venture off the well-worn Everest trail to discover other soaring peaks on multiday day hikes in Nepal. Over nearly three weeks, you'll travel deep into the Himalaya on an expedition across green valleys, over rushing rivers, and through verdant forests to summit Mera Peak, the highest trekking route in the world. It's a bucket-list mountaineering adventure, but you'll also find time to immerse yourself in Nepali culture on tours of historic palaces and cities around Kathmandu.
Travel to the grand Himalaya mountains for 20 days of outdoor adventures in one of the world's greatest hiking destinations: Nepal. The cornerstones of this itinerary include ascents up to Imja Tse (also known as Island Peak) and the famous route to the Everest Base Camp—both great options for beginner and intermediate trekkers. Along the way, you'll marvel at the valleys and snowcapped peaks while immersing yourself in the rich melting pot of cultures that define Nepal, from Kathmandu to Namche Bazaar.