Who says you need weeks to conquer the Annapurna Circuit? This 10-day version is perfect if you’re short on time but still want to feel like you conquered something epic. I’ll admit, I was skeptical at first how you could possibly squeeze such an iconic trek into just over a week? But HC Treks pulled it off brilliantly with their smart route planning that felt efficient but never rushed. We still got all the highlights without feeling like we were racing through them.
That moment crossing Thorong La at sunrise? Absolutely breathtaking crisp mountain air, panoramic views that made my heart race, and that unbeatable sense of achievement. Our guide was an absolute legend. Not only did he know every twist and turn of the trail, but he came prepared with Snickers bars as ‘motivation snacks’ for the tough stretches.
