The Annapurna Sanctuary trek offers you a look at one of the most spectacular mountainviews in the world - the Annapurna Sanctuary, a gigantic glacier-covered amphitheater surrounded by 10 peaks, all towering more than 20,000' above you. You will spend several days in the sanctuary, including an evening in both Machhapuchhare and Annapurna Base Camps. The 22,937' high Machhapuchhare or "Fish Tail Peak" is considered one of the most beautiful mountains on earth. From Kathmandu, you will fly to Pokhara, once an important crossroads trading center for the Nepalese and Tibetans. You will then drive to the trail head at Phedi, and from there, begin your hike to the The trail then becomes more level and you will have your first spectacular views of the peaks of Machhapuchhare and Annapurna (26,538'). You will visit ancient Gurung villages and walk along the Gorapani Ridge, looking down into the Kali Gandaki, the deepest canyon in the world. After you have completed your unforgettable trek to the Annapurna Sanctuary, you will return to Pokhara for an evening of rest at the lakeside before your flight back to Kathmandu. As with all our adventures, this trek includes 2 days in 3-star accommodation with breakfast in Kathmandu both before and after your trek. You will have time to relax and explore this fascinating city and the surrounding Kathmandu Valley.

ITINERARY

Day 1	Arrival Kathmandu
Day 2	Kathmandu
Day 3	Fly Pokhara; Drive Phedi
Day 4	Trek Pothana
Day 5	Seully Bhatty
Day 6	Chomrong
Day 7	Himalaya Hotel
Day 8	Machhapuchhare BC
Day 9	Machhapuchhare BC
Day 10	Annapurna BC
Day 11	Annapurna BC
Day 12	Doban
Day 13	Chomrong
Day 14	Tadapani
Day 15	Gorapani
Day 16	Birethanti
Day 17	Pokhara
Day 18	Pokhara
Day 19	Fly Kathmandu
Day 20	Kathmandu
Day 21	Flight Home

Dates Offered 2007
March 15 - April 14
April 16 - May 06
Oct. 01- Oct. 21
Nov. 05 - Nov. 26