18 Days Nar Phu Valley Trekking Tour Nepal
Trip Overview
Nar Phu Valley Trek is one of the most extraordinary treks around the Annapurna region. This trek takes you through many Nepali villages, Mongolian tribes, and the local culture by giving you a hint of the traditional way of living. On this trek, you will come across small and beautiful teahouses, lodges in the cultivated and pasture lands of Yak. Nar Phu Valley trek serves you with an alluring experience of exploring the hidden mysteries of Gompas, Buddhist monasteries, the Tibetan culture, and more. This trek is a pleasurable venture in the rugged terrain to the remote areas as you get to enjoy the beauty of the wilderness in the panoramic range of the Himalayas.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival at Kathmandu
Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu where the concerned representative will receive you and drop you at the hotel. Check-in and later on you can explore Thamel, which is a popular tourist hub of Kathmandu.
Day 2: Drive from Kathmandu to Jagat (1,300m/4,265ft) 7-8 hours
After breakfast, we will head to Jagat via Beshishahar by crossing multiple exotic sceneries of rivers, farms, lush green forests as we exit Kathmandu. Overnight stay will be at Jagat.
Day 3: Trek from Jagat to Dharapani (1,860m/6,102ft) 6-7 hours
We will start our trek after breakfast, and head towards Dharapani. On our way, we will come across fields of corn, potatoes, barley, and forests of bamboo, rhododendrons, backdrop of Annapurna mountain ranges, grassy riverbank near Tal village, waterfall, and more. Overnight stay at Dharapani will be arranged.
Day 4: Trek from Dharapani to Koto (2,600m/8,530ft) 4-5 hours
We move towards Bagarchhap after crossing pine trees and fir forests. You can also visit a monastery in this village. Then we will move towards Danaque, further getting the views of Himal, Lamjung, Annapurna IV, and Annapurna II. By continuing through pine forests, we reach Latamarang, we make our way to Koto Village which will be our stop for the night.
Day 5: Trek from Koto to Meta (3,560m/11,680ft) 6-7 hours
On this day, we will register the restricted area permit and then trek through the pine forests via the riverbank of Soti Khola to reach Dharamshala. We trek towards Meta village to finally reach the Tibetan Plateau for amazing views of Lamjung Himal and Annapurna II. Overnight stay will be at Meta.
Day 6: Trek from Meta to PhuGaon (4,080m/13,386ft) 6-7 hours
After 4 hours of trek, we will reach Kyang, will witness the ruined forts of Khampa settlement. Further, we will step towards Phu Village by walking past the rocky trail of Phu Khola. Overnight stay will be at Phu Village.
Day 7: Acclimatization and Exploration at PhuGaon (4,250m/13,944ft)
This will be the acclimatization day where you will get used to the high-altitude atmosphere. Explore the culture, religious practices, natural diversity and ethnic groups like Gurung, Lama, and Ghale. Enjoy the views of Himlung Himal with other snow peaks. Overnight stay will be at Phu Gaon.
Day 8: Trek from PhuGaon to Nar (4,110m/13,484ft) 5-6 hours
We will be heading towards Mahendra Pul which takes four hours, passing through the suspension bridge over the Lapche River Gorge. After passing via the Buddhist stupas, monasteries, the glorious vista of Pisang Peak, we will spend the night at Nar village.
Day 9: Acclimatization and Exploration at PhuGaon (4,110m/13,484ft)
On this day, you will take rest and spend the day hiking and exploring the nearby places of the Nar village. Overnight stay at Nar will be arranged for the day.
Day 10: Trek to Nawal (3,660m/12,008ft) from Nar, via Kang La Pass (5,322m/17,460ft) 6-7 hours
Starting our day early, we head towards Kangla Pass from where you can see the Annapurna Massif. Overnight stay will be at Nawal.
Day 11: Trek from Nawal to Manang (3,540m/11,614ft) 3-4 hours
We trek to Manang from Ngwal and cross through the village of Paugh which serves stunning views of Annapurna Range. Then we gently trek uphill to Mungli and eventually reach Manang to stay for the night.
Day 12: Trek to Yak Kharka (4,050m/13,287ft) from Manang 3-4 hours
The trail will take you through Tenki village, Marshyangdi Valley, JarsangKhola, Ghunsa village, and finally the Yak Karka village. You’ll stay overnight at Yak Kharka.
Day 13: Trek to ThorungPhedi (4,450m/14,600ft) from Yak Kharka
On this day, the aim is to reach Thorung Phedi which is a small settlement. Although there is an option of hiking to the High Camp, it is advised to sleep in the lower altitude, than the higher altitude at High Camp. Overnight stay at Thorung Phedi.
Day 14: Trek to Muktinath (3,800m/12,467ft) from ThorungPhedi Base Camp via Thorung La Pass (5,416m/17,764ft) 7-8 hours
Cross the Thorung La Pass and reach Muktinath village by the sunset. Overnight stay at Muktinath for the day.
Day 15: Trek to Jomsom (2,715m/8,910ft) from Muktinath 3-4 hours
Descend from Kali Gandaki Gorge, pass the Khingar and Jharkot villages which promotes Tibetan architecture, and then reach Jomsom where you will be staying for the night.
Day 16: Fly to Pokhara from Jomsom (30 minutes)
We will head back and after breakfast, we will check-in to the airport to take a flight to Pokhara. After reaching, you will be taken to the respective hotel. For the rest of the day, you can explore Nepal and many touristy locations like Phewa Lake, Pokhara valley and much more. For the night, you’ll be accommodated in Pokhara.
Day 17: Drive to Kathmandu from Pokhara 6-7 hours
After breakfast, we will drive back to Kathmandu. Upon arrival, we will be transferred to the hotel. Overnight stay at Kathmandu.
Day 18: Departure Day
Our trekking journey comes to an end today. You will be escorted to the airport where we will bid our goodbyes to you.
Included
- Airport pick-up and drop-off.
- All local and government taxes are covered.
- All meals (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner).
- Twin sharing room for 3 nights at a hotel in Kathmandu.
- Sleeping bags and down jackets.
- Seasonal fruits after dinner.
- Guided Tour in Kathmandu on a private vehicle (full day).
- Insurance and total expenses of the porter and guide.
- Licensed, English-speaking guide.
- Lodge expenses.
- Trekking permits - Narphu Valley Special Permit/TIMS.
- Drive from Kathmandu- Besisahar-Kathmandu on a public bus.
- Welcome and Farewell dinner.
Excluded
- Nepal Arrival VISA.
- Miscellaneous expenses around the city and of additional trips.
- Hot showers, Wi-Fi, Battery charging.
- Travel insurance for emergency and evacuation.
- Tipping to staffs.
- Meals in the city.
- Extra porter charge.
Good to Know
We usually adhere to the schedule but the itineraries may get modified or are subject to change due to unexpected weather and terrain conditions. The organizer is known to host successful treks, but it is a notice that certain adjustments might be done to make your trek safe and memorable.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival at Kathmandu
Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu where the concerned representative will receive you and drop you at the hotel. Check-in and later on you can explore Thamel, which is a popular tourist hub of Kathmandu.
Day 2: Drive from Kathmandu to Jagat (1,300m/4,265ft) 7-8 hours
After breakfast, we will head to Jagat via Beshishahar by crossing multiple exotic sceneries of rivers, farms, lush green forests as we exit Kathmandu. Overnight stay will be at Jagat.
Day 3: Trek from Jagat to Dharapani (1,860m/6,102ft) 6-7 hours
We will start our trek after breakfast, and head towards Dharapani. On our way, we will come across fields of corn, potatoes, barley, and forests of bamboo, rhododendrons, backdrop of Annapurna mountain ranges, grassy riverbank near Tal village, waterfall, and more. Overnight stay at Dharapani will be arranged.
Day 4: Trek from Dharapani to Koto (2,600m/8,530ft) 4-5 hours
We move towards Bagarchhap after crossing pine trees and fir forests. You can also visit a monastery in this village. Then we will move towards Danaque, further getting the views of Himal, Lamjung, Annapurna IV, and Annapurna II. By continuing through pine forests, we reach Latamarang, we make our way to Koto Village which will be our stop for the night.
Day 5: Trek from Koto to Meta (3,560m/11,680ft) 6-7 hours
On this day, we will register the restricted area permit and then trek through the pine forests via the riverbank of Soti Khola to reach Dharamshala. We trek towards Meta village to finally reach the Tibetan Plateau for amazing views of Lamjung Himal and Annapurna II. Overnight stay will be at Meta.
Day 6: Trek from Meta to PhuGaon (4,080m/13,386ft) 6-7 hours
After 4 hours of trek, we will reach Kyang, will witness the ruined forts of Khampa settlement. Further, we will step towards Phu Village by walking past the rocky trail of Phu Khola. Overnight stay will be at Phu Village.
Day 7: Acclimatization and Exploration at PhuGaon (4,250m/13,944ft)
This will be the acclimatization day where you will get used to the high-altitude atmosphere. Explore the culture, religious practices, natural diversity and ethnic groups like Gurung, Lama, and Ghale. Enjoy the views of Himlung Himal with other snow peaks. Overnight stay will be at Phu Gaon.
Day 8: Trek from PhuGaon to Nar (4,110m/13,484ft) 5-6 hours
We will be heading towards Mahendra Pul which takes four hours, passing through the suspension bridge over the Lapche River Gorge. After passing via the Buddhist stupas, monasteries, the glorious vista of Pisang Peak, we will spend the night at Nar village.
Day 9: Acclimatization and Exploration at PhuGaon (4,110m/13,484ft)
On this day, you will take rest and spend the day hiking and exploring the nearby places of the Nar village. Overnight stay at Nar will be arranged for the day.
Day 10: Trek to Nawal (3,660m/12,008ft) from Nar, via Kang La Pass (5,322m/17,460ft) 6-7 hours
Starting our day early, we head towards Kangla Pass from where you can see the Annapurna Massif. Overnight stay will be at Nawal.
Day 11: Trek from Nawal to Manang (3,540m/11,614ft) 3-4 hours
We trek to Manang from Ngwal and cross through the village of Paugh which serves stunning views of Annapurna Range. Then we gently trek uphill to Mungli and eventually reach Manang to stay for the night.
Day 12: Trek to Yak Kharka (4,050m/13,287ft) from Manang 3-4 hours
The trail will take you through Tenki village, Marshyangdi Valley, JarsangKhola, Ghunsa village, and finally the Yak Karka village. You’ll stay overnight at Yak Kharka.
Day 13: Trek to ThorungPhedi (4,450m/14,600ft) from Yak Kharka
On this day, the aim is to reach Thorung Phedi which is a small settlement. Although there is an option of hiking to the High Camp, it is advised to sleep in the lower altitude, than the higher altitude at High Camp. Overnight stay at Thorung Phedi.
Day 14: Trek to Muktinath (3,800m/12,467ft) from ThorungPhedi Base Camp via Thorung La Pass (5,416m/17,764ft) 7-8 hours
Cross the Thorung La Pass and reach Muktinath village by the sunset. Overnight stay at Muktinath for the day.
Day 15: Trek to Jomsom (2,715m/8,910ft) from Muktinath 3-4 hours
Descend from Kali Gandaki Gorge, pass the Khingar and Jharkot villages which promotes Tibetan architecture, and then reach Jomsom where you will be staying for the night.
Day 16: Fly to Pokhara from Jomsom (30 minutes)
We will head back and after breakfast, we will check-in to the airport to take a flight to Pokhara. After reaching, you will be taken to the respective hotel. For the rest of the day, you can explore Nepal and many touristy locations like Phewa Lake, Pokhara valley and much more. For the night, you’ll be accommodated in Pokhara.
Day 17: Drive to Kathmandu from Pokhara 6-7 hours
After breakfast, we will drive back to Kathmandu. Upon arrival, we will be transferred to the hotel. Overnight stay at Kathmandu.
Day 18: Departure Day
Our trekking journey comes to an end today. You will be escorted to the airport where we will bid our goodbyes to you.
Included
- Airport pick-up and drop-off.
- All local and government taxes are covered.
- All meals (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner).
- Twin sharing room for 3 nights at a hotel in Kathmandu.
- Sleeping bags and down jackets.
- Seasonal fruits after dinner.
- Guided Tour in Kathmandu on a private vehicle (full day).
- Insurance and total expenses of the porter and guide.
- Licensed, English-speaking guide.
- Lodge expenses.
- Trekking permits - Narphu Valley Special Permit/TIMS.
- Drive from Kathmandu- Besisahar-Kathmandu on a public bus.
- Welcome and Farewell dinner.
Excluded
- Nepal Arrival VISA.
- Miscellaneous expenses around the city and of additional trips.
- Hot showers, Wi-Fi, Battery charging.
- Travel insurance for emergency and evacuation.
- Tipping to staffs.
- Meals in the city.
- Extra porter charge.
Good to Know
We usually adhere to the schedule but the itineraries may get modified or are subject to change due to unexpected weather and terrain conditions. The organizer is known to host successful treks, but it is a notice that certain adjustments might be done to make your trek safe and memorable.