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Nepal's Annapurna Circuit offers trekkers the ultimate insight into the Himalaya, from its snow-capped peaks to its hardy inhabitants

Annapurna Circuit Top 5

  1. Climb Poon Hill before dawn for a sunrise view over the Annapurna range – this early morning alarm call is well worth it; join the stream of other headtorch-wearing trekkers to ascend to the 3,200m summit, from where you'll see Dhaulagiri (the world's seventh-highest peak) and many others glow pink.
  2. Cross the Thorong La pass, which at 5,416m is the high point of the Annapurna Circuit. It's a stiff challenge, but you should be better acclimatised to the altitude after several days trekking.
  3. Leave plenty of time to relax in lovely lakeside Pokhara after your trek. Nepal's third-largest city offers fabulous views of the surrounding mountains from the cake-serving cafes by Phewa Lake. The best viewpoint of Pokhara is 1,600m Sarangkot.
  4. Poach yourself in the hot springs at Tatopani, near the end of the Annapurna Circuit – perfect for soothing tired muscles. The village is also home to wonderful poinsettias and delicious bakeries serving great cakes (spotting a theme...?).
  5. Try the ‘alternative’ Annapurna Circuit. South from Jomsom, the classic Circuit follows the road, but an 'alternative' diverts off the main thoroughfare, staying in the same villages by night but heading up the valley sides by day to avoid the jeeps and other trekkers. It's a more challenging route, but the rewards are well worth the effort.

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