On arrival at Kathmandu, a representative from vertex Holiday will recieve and transfer you to  hotel. After checking into your rooms  meet other members of the trek at the hotel lobby for briefing regarding the wonderful adventure to Chulu East Peak Climb, The evening group welcome dinner in a  Nepalese Restaurant with   folk dance and music. 

The morning after  breakfast, enjoy a tour of  famous historical and religious monuments with old palaces. Most of the ancient temples, Stupas, and monasteries including royal courtyards are listed in UNESCO world heritage sites . After getting  back to the hotel, time for the final meeting and preparations for the  wonderful adventure to Chulu East Peak and Thorang-La Pass trekking.

Starting as earliest as possible, for a long  drive towards Far Mid-West Nepal to reach around Lamjung district, going through the large town of Besisar a  farming village. From Besisahar we need to  exchange the vehicle for rough roads on jeep to reach our overnight stop at village of Syange. Located above the Masrsyangdi River with views of cascading water-falls nearby from the lodge.

The first day of the trek begins with a pleasant  trail, avoiding the main motorable road and then continues with steep climb to reach Jagat village and then to Chamje. As walk leads high above the river into a nice forested area to reach a wide valley at Tal Besi village. We stop here for lunch then continue our trek to the end of the valley with a climb to reach a well-defined track and crossing a bridge to reach at Dharapani for overnight in a nice lodge. It is lovely moderate size village of Tibetan influence which is at the point where Manaslu and Annapurna circuit route joins. 

After Dharapani we head  into rhododendron and pine forest passing villages of Bagarchap and Danque. Then we reach Timang village which is Himalayan Buddhism influnced. This village is jeweled with the view of Mt. Manaslu 8, 163 m. From Timang village few hours trek leads to Koto and then to Chame town for an overnight stop, Chame.

From Chame , morning trek leads closer to mountains as the trail enters the dense forest of rhododendron and pine trees, following Masrsyangdi River upstream with short ups and down hills to Bhratang village. From Bhratang village trek follows uphill within the woodland to reach a high ridge at Dhukure Pokhari, a small place with few tea-houses and lodges facing view of Chulu  and Pisang peaks. Enjoy a refreshing lunch break, and then descend to lower Pisang village for an overnight stop. 

Here we will have to acclimatize, before heading towards our main high destination to Chulu East Peak base camp. Enjoy a rest day exploring around this scenic location, visit Pisang upper village and the monastery. Offers grand view of Chulu’s, Pisang peak with Annapurna and Gangapurna Himalaya.

After a free day at Pisang village, our route diverts from the popular and main Annapurna circuit trail to head above the Manang valley past upper Pisang, overlooking a grand panorama of snow-peaks. The trek follows higher towards Ngawal village, where the route to Nar-Phu and Chulu East Peak meets. From here continue towards the remote hidden village of Julu, a nice weather-beaten small village. Overnight at this amazing village.

From this  village of Julu, our trek continues down to Julu River, which later joins with Masrsyangdi River. On the bank of  the icy stream  we climb higher heading towards remote wilderness facing views of Chulu with Annapurna Himalayan Mountain range. After a great scenic climb we reach a rocky moraine  on top of a ridge  to set our base camp for the climb. A perfect spot for the camp, beneath towering Chulu East Peak with amazing view of surrounding mountains and dramatic landscapes.

A rest day for proper acclimatization, as well to check the route of the climb.  Our guide will demonstrate some techniques of the climbing skill required for summiting  of Chulu East Peak. Rest of the day we practice climbing on rocks and ice close to our camp.

After breakfast, we climb towards high or advance camp, packing only necessary gear for the climb. As route leads to the steep ridge on a snowy slope the climb continues to Chulu East High Camp on an inclined path and then cross over a snow ridge-line using crampons fixed on your climbing boots. The trail continues up to reach high camp. Enjoy spectacular view of landscapes and the vibrant valley below.  Under some weather conditions, the area may be covered in snow.

Our final and Big Day of the adventure, start with an early breakfast for a long climb to the summit of Pisang East Peak.  The climb heads through glaciers and moraine. Our guide will assist on difficult and technical sections, which can be extremely challenging, and then make a last final haul to the summit of Chulu East Peak. After a strenuous tough effort where you can enjoy the mind-blowing view of the snow-mountain range, which includes Annapurna-II, III, and IV with Glacier Dome, Gangapurna towards south includes Mt. Dhaulagiri in the far west, with other groups of Chulu and Pisang peaks. After a great successful ascent and exploring the hidden glaciers to the top of Chulu East Peak and then we head back descending towards base camp.

After a great climb of Chulu East Peak, feeling high after reaching the top of the high trekking peaks of Nepal Himalayas , Leave the country as pristine as it was before,  morning walk leads back to Julu village for an overnight stop or further on route to Manang main village. 

Enjoy the walk towards Manang valley and on the mainstream route of the Annapurna circuit. The walk is much easier downhill with time to look at the beautiful scenery of mountains and valleys. As our route joins back at the main trail, we stop at Braga village for a tour of the old monastery an interesting Buddhist shrine treasures ancient scrolls with large statues of Lord Buddha and famous Gurus. Located on top of Braga village. From here we take a short walk up to enter the main village of Manang. Where houses are built of traditional Tibetan style, Manang people are known for their rich culture and traditions. The village is situated in the center of a large scenic valley enclosed by an array of high peaks of Chulu, Annapurna, and Gangapurna mountain range. At Manang village check into a nice lodge, with a comprehensive food menu to enjoy along with large rooms attached or common bath and restrooms.

After a pleasant and enjoyable time in Manang village, our route heads toward North-West to reach Thorang-La, as trek follows a gradual trail past few smaller settlement to reach at Yak Kharka for lunch and overnight stop. Facing grand view of Chulu West Peak with Gangapurna in the south. A lovely settlement with several good lodges for overnight stops with great meals to enjoy along with the spectacular scenery.

From Yak Kharka, our trek  leads on a nice levelled path to reach another small place at Ledar with few good lodges. After a short rest we continue to walk down to a stream, and then climb high above Jarjung stream.The trail follows to the base or Phedi of Thorang-La Pass. A small settlement with 3-4 lodges, having short rest and then climb to a steep gravel path for an hour to Upper or High Camp for lunch and overnight stay in a simple lodge.

After breakfast our trek starts with a gradual small path as the walk progresses on winding steep uphill to reach a small open area with glacial ponds. From here another hour of climb will lead  you on top of the highest point of the adventure at Thorang-La Pass which is above 5, 416 m high. The top is marked with a signboard with the name and heights of the pass, decorated with hundreds of prayer flags offering. The pass offers a  panorama of high peaks that surrounds the pass, facing views of Mt. Dhaulagiri with some peaks of Mustang areas. Enjoying the grand scenery, a long descend rakes you to the another side of the pass into Mustang region, from the bottom a place with few small tea-shops and then easy walk to Muktinath for an overnight stop. Muktinath an important temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu one of the three main gods in the Hindu religion. Where thousands of pilgrims and devotees pay homage all year around from across Nepal and India. A holy site for both Hindus and Buddhists, the name means ‘place for Nirvana or Liberation.

Today is our last day trek from Muktinath to Jomsom, morning with gradual downhill with a big drop of 1,200 m towards Kaligandaki River windy valley, a walk-on wide river valley to Jomsom. The headquarter town of the Mustang area with a small airstrip above Kaligandaki River. A large town with nice hotels, lodge for travelers, after checking into a nice room with refreshing lunch, enjoy the afternoon visiting markets with nice houses, paved streets with many well-kept lodges and hotels. Jomsom is located on the old Trans Himalaya Salt Trade Route of Nepal to Tibet, which extends beyond Upper Mustang. The whole region of Lower Mustang inhabited by Thakali people the main tribe of Kaligandaki valley follows the Buddhism religion with an interesting culture. At Jomsom  we celebrate with local apple products cider, brandy, and juice, as Jomsom and Marpha area around Kaligandaki famous for delicious apple and the product from the apples. 

After breakfast we walk to Jomsom airport terminal, and then board on a small aircraft for a scenic short flight of 20 minutes to beautiful city Pokhara. During flight enjoy grand view of Dhaulagiri and Annapurna peaks. After landing at Pokhara airport we take short drive to your hotel near the famous scenic Phewa Lake.The rest of the day free for individual activities, or enjoy boating on the lake and hike to Peace Stupa located on a hilltop opposite side of the lake. Pokhara is famous for paragliding, Zip Flyer, Ultra-Light flight, or Bungee Jump. 

After breakfast, depart from Pokhara for an exciting and interesting drive to Kathmandu, and then transfer to your respective hotel. The rest of the afternoon free for individual activities and shopping souvenirs or enjoy rest with grand memories of the adventure on the high mountains of Annapurna Himalaya. (Flying options half-hour on-air to Kathmandu with a sweeping panorama of mountains)

We have reserved a day in Kathmandu to relax sore and weary muscles from the trek and climb of Chulu East Peak. A free day to enjoy individual activities or shopping souvenirs or join for an exciting tour around Kathmandu valley.

Your last day in Nepal, after the memorable adventure of Chulu East Peak Climb with Thorang-La Pass Trekking. Vertex Holiday's representative will transfer you to the airport for departure as per your scheduled flight.