Trip Overview
Langtang valley lies some about 60 km north of Kathmandu valley (by Aerial distance), boarding with Tibet /China. The Langtang is the most beautiful alpine valley in the world as described by British Explorer/Mountaineer, Bill Tilman. The east-west running valley has rich bio-diversity and is home to different wildlife. Langtang valley treks starts from Syabrubesi, at the altitude of 1,470 m then enter into the east-west running valley of Langtang from Pairo (Landslide) & there are so many cultural villages to experience before reaching the final destination at Kyangjin Gompa. The people, culture and their costume are exclusively Tibetan on these villages. The trek follows the Langtang Khola (a small river), the biggest Glacier River in Nepal and all the time until Kyangjin Gompa. At Kyangjin Gompa, we spend an extra day to climb Tserko Ri (4,984 m) which give a splendid view over towering peaks and the valley of Ganja- La Pass. The main advantage of this trek is one can have alpine experience in a comfortable walk. The Langtang trekking is ends at Dhunche (1,960 m), the biggest town in the region & local government administrative center (headquarter of Rasua district, one of 75 districts in Nepal!).Langtang valley trek is through the legendary Himalayas on this exciting and once in a lifetime adventure and explore the unique culture and traditions of the region along the way. This is the third popular trekking destination in Nepal after Annapurna & Everest regions in terms of no. of trekkers visit in the region.
Outline Itinerary
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Day 1
Arrival in Kathmandu
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Day 2
Sightseeing in Kathmandu.
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Day 3
Drive from Kathmandu to Syabru Besi (1,470 m/8-9 hrs).
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Day 4
Trek Syabru Besi (1,470 m) to Lama Hotel (2,470 m/5 hrs).
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Day 5
Trek Lama Hotel to Langtang village (3,430 m/6-7 hrs).
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Day 6
Trek Langtang village to Kyangjin (3,870 m/3 hrs).
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Day 7
Hike to Tserko Ri (4,985 m) & returned back to Kyangjin Gompa (7/8 hrs).
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Day 8
Trek Kyangjin Gompa to Lama Hotel (2,470 m/6 hrs).
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Day 9
Trek Lama Hotel to Thulo Syabru (2,130 m/5-6 hrs).
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Day 10
Trek Thulo syabru to Dhunche (1,960 m).
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Day 11
Drive from Dhunche to Kathmandu (6-7 hrs).
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Day 12
A full day Sightseeing in Bhaktapur & Patan Durbar Square.
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Day 13
Airport transfer
Detailed Itinerary
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Day 1
Arrival in Kathmandu
Our airport representative meet you at the airport then transfer to hotel, we choose centrally located 3-star accommodations in the city. -
Day 2
Sightseeing in Kathmandu.
On this day, you will be visiting the world cultural heritage site of the UNESCO in Nepal. You will visit (Kathmandu Durbar Square, Swayambunath Temple /Monkey Temple for easy, Bouddhanath Stupa & Pashupatinath Temple). -
Day 3
Drive from Kathmandu to Syabru Besi (1,470 m/8-9 hrs).
We head north out of Kathmandu valley driving through scenic foothills and ridge line vistas to Syabru Besi passing through Trishuli Bazaar & Dhunche. While passing along the road at the bank of Trishuli River, we catch a glimpse of Ganesh Himal, Tibetan Mountains, terraces and green hills. As we pass through Dhunche, we feel as if we are falling into deep land. At the same time, we notice that we reach Syabrubesi at the river junction, just passing by Chilime Hydro Power Plant Station. -
Day 4
Trek Syabru Besi (1,470 m) to Lama Hotel (2,470 m/5 hrs).
The first part of the trail crosses through Bhote Koshi and follows the Langtang Khola. This trail is gradually ascend up to Bamboo (1,970 m), passing through Landslide (1,890 m). Afterwards, you trek ascends gently to Rimche (2,455 m) through Bamboo (1,970 m) which lies at the bank of Langtang Khola. It is very good idea to take your Lunch in this beautiful place, Glacier River Beach! And at the end, our trail is level to the Lama Hotel. En route, we could see wild animals like Red Pandas, musk Deer, Wild Pig, Deer, Monkey and Bear, if we are lucky! The Monkeys, Deer, Musk Deer & wild Pig are common to see. Note: An alternative Trail from Syabrubesi -Lama Hotel is about 2 hrs longer than the above one but it is so good views of the valley & Mountains. That is: Syabrubesi (1,470 m) - Khanjim (2,235 m)-Sherpagaon (2,565 m)-Rimche (2,455 m)- lama hotel (2,470 m) = 7 hrs -
Day 5
Trek Lama Hotel to Langtang village (3,430 m/6-7 hrs).
As we continue ascending, there are occasional glimpses of Langtang Lirung (7,274 meters) between the trees. At Ghora Tabela (2,970 m), the trail emerges from the forest. Once there was a Tibetan resettlement project here, but now it is a Nepalese army post though it has no permanent inhabitants. The trail continues to climb gently and the valley widens, passing a few temporary settlements used by herders who bring their livestock to graze in the high pastures during the summer season. As you walk gradually up, you will pass Thyangsyap village (3,140 m) & Chyamki village (3,230 m). There is a monastery which we visit shortly before arriving at the village of Langtang, the headquarters of the Langtang National Park. The houses of Langtang and its neighboring villages are of the flat-roofed Tibetan style, surrounded by stonewalls enclosing fields of buckwheat, potatoes, wheat, turnips and barley. -
Day 6
Trek Langtang village to Kyangjin (3,870 m/3 hrs).
The trail climbs gradually through small villages and yak pastures as the valley opens out further and the views become more extensive. After crossing several small streams and moraines, the trail reaches the settlement at Kyangjin. Here is a small monastery & the town name was given after this little Monastery and a government-operated cheese factory. We should arrive at Kyangjin by lunch time allowing time to acclimatize and explore the area. It is a dramatic setting, with snow-covered peaks surrounding us in all directions such as Langtang Lirung, Langtang peaks, Ganja -La peak, Tserko Ri, Langshisa Ri and many more over 6,000 m. -
Day 7
Hike to Tserko Ri (4,985 m) & returned back to Kyangjin Gompa (7/8 hrs).
This is a day we starts early around 5:30 am to attempt Tserko Ri (4,984 m). It takes about 4:45 hrs to reach the top of Tserko Ri from Kyangjin Gompa, the first hours we walk on the flat terrain, then immediately, we take a step path on the ridge-line trail. The altitude begins to gain at the same the snow caped mountain around us motivates to go on. Once we reach at Tserko Ri, we can see more than 15 towering peaks around us and till the torrential Langtang. .we take a packed lunch for this day, we will have lunch on the top then back to Kyangjin Gompa for overnight. -
Day 8
Trek Kyangjin Gompa to Lama Hotel (2,470 m/6 hrs).
From Kyangjin, we retrace our route, following the Langtang Khola to Langtang village and on to Ghora Tabela. After lunch at Ghore Tabela, we continue the steep descent to Lama Hotel. -
Day 9
Trek Lama Hotel to Thulo Syabru (2,130 m/5-6 hrs).
we continue retracing our steps some of the way to Thulo Syabru but then branch left up a steep path through forest to suddenly emerge with a view of Syabru and its extensive area of millet terraces. An undulating path brings us to this fascinating village where each house is set above its neighbor, in a long line up the very crest of the ridge. It's a great place to wander about, catching glimpses of Tamang life, admiring the beautifully carved wooden windows or simply relaxing in the sun. There are school & Monastery at the top ridge of the village. The people are here is Tamang, very close with Sherpa. You will enjoy the view of Ganesh Himal range, Tibet mountain & Lauribinak, the way to Gosainkunda Lake (Holy Lake for both Hindus & Buddhist) . -
Day 10
Trek Thulo syabru to Dhunche (1,960 m).
The trail from the Syabru village ascend through the pine and oaks forest till Brabal having dramatic view of Tibet mountain ranges and Ganesha Himal. After Brabal, the trail till goes through the dense forest until Bharku village is reached where we stop for Lunch. An 8 km dusty road trek will be made to arrive Dhunche with the view of cascading water fall, beautifully made cultivated terraced and the village life. -
Day 11
Drive from Dhunche to Kathmandu (6-7 hrs).
We drive through scenic foothills and ridgeline vistas to Kathmandu. The first part of our drive up to Trishuli Bazaar is through gravel and bumpy road and then well paved road up to Kathmandu. -
Day 12
A full day Sightseeing in Bhaktapur & Patan Durbar Square.
We visit Bhaktapur Durbar Square (city of Devotes) which is 14 km north-east of Kathmandu center. Then after, we will head to Patan Durbar Square, which is about 7/8 km east from Kathmandu center. Both of them are another ancient kingdom within the Kathmandu valley before 1768 A.D. You will enjoy a lot in Bhaktapur, lots of thing to see & it’s very peaceful compare to Kathmandu. -
Day 13
Airport transfer
Our Airport representative transfers you at the Airport at the right time of your flight. Note: If someone likes to take a private vehicle from Kathmandu-Syabrubesi & Dhunche -Kathmandu, we could arrange by charging extra cost for this.
Trip Info
Cost Includes
- 4 Nights hotel accommodation in standard hotel & centrally located in Kathmandu in B/B basis
- Airport picks up & drops off by private vehicle.
- All surface transfer
- 2 Full days sightseeing in Kathmandu valley (private vehicle & tour guide)
- Surface transportation by public/local bus (Kathmandu-Syabrubesi & Dhunche-Kathmandu)
- Short distance transport by taxi (Hotel -Bus Station-Hotel)
- Langtang National Park entry permit
- Trekking permit/TIMS card
- Accommodation in lodges during the trek
- Food/Meals: three meals a day (breakfast, lunch & dinner with a cup of tea/ coffee)
- A guide & required number of porter(s)
- Trekking equipment (sleeping bag & down jacket), if required
- Trekking equipment for porter/s (shoes, jacket & trouser etc)
- All government & local taxes
- All official paper works
- Insurance & security for local staffs
- First Aid -Kit Box/Bag
- An emergency or Rescue Evacuation Arrangement service & pre-deposit (porter`s back, horse`s back & Helicopter), if required or wishes/wanted.
Cost Excludes
- Meals in Kathmandu (lunch & dinner)
- All Monuments/Temples /Monasteries entry fees in Kathmandu valley while city tour & in the mountain
- A small donation for school or monastery, if someone is asking.
- Travel / Health Insurance
- Personal nature expenses
- Essential equipment (trekking boots, walking poles & so on)
- Tips for trekking staffs
- All alcoholic drinks, soft drinks, bottle water or boiled water
- An emergency evacuation cost/charges by Helicopter, Horse & porter`s back, in case of required.
- Alternative transportation in case of wanted private Jeep/Land cruiser for their comfortable.
- Others than what are included in the package
