Annapurna Circuit & Tilicho Lake Homestay Trek – 15 Days

From $1,740 • 15 days • Osho World Adventure - Nepal Tour-Trekking Operator • Chame, Darwang, Dharapani • Pickup available • Not Cancellable

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Why we love it?

The Annapurna Circuit & Tilicho Lake Homestay Trek is a 15-day journey that offers a unique blend of cultural immersion and stunning natural landscapes. Ideal for adventurous travelers and trekking enthusiasts, this trek takes participants through picturesque villages like Chame and Dharapani, where they can experience local hospitality and traditional Nepali culture. Distinctive features of this trek include homestays that provide an authentic glimpse into the lives of the local communities, as well as the opportunity to enjoy a welcome or farewell dinner accompanied by a Nepali cultural dance show. With comfortable accommodations and a well-structured itinerary, trekkers can enjoy both the adventure of high-altitude trekking and the warmth of local traditions.

Inclusions

14x breakfast, 13x dinner, 13x Lunch
Accommodation included: 15 nights
Kathmandu International Airport Arrival & Departure Transfer by Private Comfortable Car/Van/Hiace
Welcome or Farewell Dinner with Nepali Cultural Dance show
Accommodations Twin Sharing Basis in Kathmandu and pokhara in a 3-stars hotel with breakfast
All kinds of meal including breakfast, lunch and dinner, during the trek with accommodation
Round trip Land transportation as per the destination and itinerary
All official document processing charges, including Trek Permit, TIMS card, & any required permits
Insurance, Transportation, Wages, Equipment and all meals & Lodges for Porters and Guides
One day sightseeing of Kathmandu valley
Osho Adventure trekking kit bag/duffel bag, First Aid Kit Box, and maps
Emergency helicopter rescue and evacuation coordination service
One day free Yoga & Meditation Course in Kathmandu
Government taxes & Other Applicable Fees
Entry/Admission - Tribhuvan International Airport
Entry/Admission - Besisahar, Lamjung
Entry/Admission - Dharapani Temple
Entry/Admission—Tilicho Lake
Entry/Admission - Thorong La Pass
Entry/Admission - Muktinath Temple
Entry/Admission - Marpha Monastery
Entry/Admission - Kalopani Guest House,
Entry/Admission - Tatopani Hot Spring
Entry/Admission - Ghorepani Community hospital
Entry/Admission - NayaPul Bridge

Exclusions

International Airfare to and from your country
Nepal Visa fee
Travel & Health Insurance- Emergency Helicopter Rescue Insurance (Most recommended)
Lunch & Dinner in Kathmandu and Pokhara – keep $ 5 to 10 for per meal in Tourist Restaurant
Extra accommodation in Kathmandu and Pokhara in a case of early return from trekking than scheduled
Any Alcoholic Drinks, Cold Drinks, Boiled & Mineral Water, Beverages
Unforeseen cost such as flight cancellation or delay, health problems and helicopter rescue in Trek
Personal expenses, such as the phone calls, laundry service, the internet, bar bills
Any other cost, which is not mentioned above
Tips for guide
Entry/Admission - Kathmandu Durbar Square
Entry/Admission - Pashupatinath Temple
Entry/Admission - Boudhanath Stupa
Entry/Admission - Swayambhunath Stupa
Entry/Admission - Dharapani Temple

Itinerary

Day 1 Arrival in Kathmandu

Welcome at Tribhuvan International Airport and transfer to your hotel. In the evening, enjoy a relaxed briefing about the trek and cultural etiquette.

Day 2 Drive to Dharapani (1,860m) – Approx. 10 hrs

Scenic drive through terraced hills and riverside villages. Settle into a local homestay in Dharapani.

Day 3 Trek to Chame (2,710m)

Follow the Marsyangdi River, with views of Lamjung Himal. Stay with a warm family in Chame village, the gateway to Manang.

Day 4 Trek to Upper Pisang (3,300m)

Climb gradually through pine forests and traditional villages. Stay in a stone-built home with sweeping views of Annapurna II.

Day 5 Ngawal (3,660m) via Ghyaru

Take the high route through Ghyaru—a culturally preserved village with panoramic Himalayan views. Sleep in Ngawal and learn to cook local buckwheat bread.

Day 6 Trek to Khangsar (3,734m)

Head off the main circuit toward Tilicho Valley. Explore this peaceful village with Buddhist prayer walls and yak pastures.

Day 7 Trek to Tilicho Base Camp (4,150m)

Pass through alpine terrain and landslide-prone trails (safely guided). Early dinner and rest before the big day.

Day 8 Visit Tilicho Lake (4,919m), Return to Khangsar

Early start to reach the icy blue Tilicho Lake—surreal, remote, and surrounded by glaciers. Return to Khangsar for a warm meal and restful night.

Day 9 Trek to Yak Kharka (4,050m)

Reconnect with the classic Annapurna Circuit, passing alpine meadows and yak herder camps.

Day 10 Trek to Thorong Phedi (4,450m)

Short trek to the base of the Thorong La Pass. Rest and prepare for the next day’s ascent.

Day 11 Cross Thorong La Pass (5,416m), Trek to Muktinath (3,800m)

Start before sunrise to cross the highest point of the trek. Reach Muktinath—a sacred site for Hindus and Buddhists—with incredible desert-mountain backdrops.

Day 12 Trek to Marpha (2,670m) via Jomsom

Descend through Kali Gandaki Valley. Explore the charming village of Marpha, known for its whitewashed houses and apple brandy.

Day 13 Drive to Tatopani (1,200m) over night at Tatopani

Drive to Tatopani and relax in natural hot springs.

Day 14 Full Day in Pokhara

Pokhara sightseeingrest and relax. Stroll around Phewa Lake, visit local cafés, or opt for activities like paragliding or spa treatments.

Day 15 Drive or Fly to Kathmandu

Return to Kathmandu by road or 25-minute flight. Evening farewell dinner with a local family.

Please Note

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.