Langtang Valley Nepal

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu - 1,300m/4,264 ft

Upon your arrival in the Kathmandu airport, you will be met and  transferred to your hotel.

Day 02: Kathmandu Sightseeing 

Today after breakfast we start a guided tour to several of the most historical and spiritual attractions in Kathmandu. The day will also be for finalizing official procedures and other arrangements. 

Some of landmarks we visit include the World Heritage Sites of Kathmandu Durbar Square, the sacred Hindu temple of Pashupati Nath, the famous 'Monkey Temple' (Swayambhu Nath) and Buddhist shrine (Bouddha Nath).  In the afternoon, there will be a pre-trip discussion where we can meet our trek leader and other team members. You will also have a short bit of time for last minute shopping.  (B)

Day 03: Drive to Syabrubesi (1,550m/5,100ft): 145 km/ 7 hrs

After breakfast we drive out to the north-western hills of Kathmandu where we get a chance to see mountainous regions, terraced fields and rustic villages. We stop for lunch at the Trishuli Bazar before continuing to  Dhunche. From Dhunche, we descend down to Syabrubesi. (BLD)

Day 04: Trek to Lama Hotel (2,380m/7,830ft): 6 hrs

Today is our first day of trekking.  We follow the Langtang Khola River through the dense forests while crossing several suspension bridges. We also pass a few small tea houses. The terrain us relatively undulating and not too difficult. (BLD)

Day 05: Trek to Langtang village (3,430m/11,253ft): 6/7 hr

After morning breakfast, we head out on our second day of the trek. Our trail continues through dense forests and we start to climb steadily up the valley as we leave the forest region behind. We will get magical views of Langtang Lirung.  We will trek past water mills, prayer wheels, chortens, and sacred mounds of rocks with inscriptions carved on them. (BLD)

Day 06: Trek to Kyanjin Gompa (3,870m/12,697ft): 3-1/2 hr

After breakfast we walk through the village and yak pastures and past the largest mani wall in Nepal, made from stone with prayers written on them. The prayers written on the mani wall are said to blow away with the wind.  We cross several wooden bridges and gradually gain altitude as we trek to Kyanjin Gompa.(BLD)

Day 07: Visit to Tserko Ri and trek back to Lama Hotel: 5/6 hrs

Today we start early and climb up Tserko Ri   (5000m/16,404ft) for stunning mountain sunrise views. Then we return from breakfast and trek to Lama Hotel. Since it is mostly downhill the trail is a lot easier and takes around 4/ 5 hours. The trail meanders down hill through forested area along the river. We will walk through the ethnic Tamang settlements who follow religious and cultural  practices similar to the Tibetans. (BLD)

Day 08: Trek back to Syabrubesi: 5 hrs

After breakfast, we trek down to Syabrubensi, about a 5 hour walk. The trail is mostly downhill through lush green vegetation. Arriving at Syabrubesi, we enjoy lunch. (BLD)

Day 09: Transfer to Kathmandu

After breakfast we drive back to Kathmandu  and transfer to your hotel. Spend the day at leisure or catch up on some last minute shopping or explore any sights you missed during your first day in Kathmandu. 

Day 10: Departure

Departure from Kathmandu.