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Planning a Nepal Trek from Israel (2026): Flights, Costs in Shekels & the Legendary Annapurna Circuit

For a generation of Israelis, the trip after the army is Nepal — and the Annapurna Circuit is a rite of passage. Here's the honest 2026 plan…

By Laxman Rawal · Jul 25, 2026

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Key facts for Israeli travellers No direct flight yet — connect via Dubai (FlyDubai, Etihad) or via East Asia on El Al + a regional carrier. Return fares from about ₪1,850—3,000 ; total flight time around 11—14 hours with the connection. The Annapurna Circuit…

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Getting there

There is no direct Tel Aviv—Kathmandu flight in 2026, so you connect. The two common routings: through Dubai on FlyDubai or Etihad (often the smoothest), or via East Asia (Hong Kong or Bangkok) on El Al plus a regional carrier. Reckon on 11 to 14 hours in…

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The trek Israelis love

The Annapurna Circuit earned its place in Israeli travel legend for good reason: a two-week loop from subtropical valleys to high desert, crossing the Thorong La at 5,416m , with warm teahouses and a real sense of shared adventure the whole way. In 2026 you…

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When to go

Plan it right Skip the June—August monsoon for the Circuit; the golden windows are October—November and March—May . If you can only travel in summer, go to Upper Mustang — it sits in the rain shadow and stays dry. Get your visa on arrival, trek with a…

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