DAY 1: ARRIVE IN KATHMANDU
Arrived in Kathmandu, we are greeted at the airport by our local team and transferred to the hotel, to take advantage of a time of rest, briefing of presentation of the progress of the trek, then free time. In case of arrival in the morning, free day: rest or the possibility of making free visits for those who wish. This is the perfect opportunity to immerse you in Nepalese culture,
Transfer to hotel
Final altitude: approximately 1350 m
Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: night in the hotel
DAY 2: DRIVE FROM KATHMANDU TO SYABRUBESI (1900M)
As soon as you leave Kathmandu, the road rises and crosses a small pass at Kakani, 2145 meters above sea level. On a clear day, the panorama is superb: Annapurna II, Manaslu, and the Ganesh Himal massif. The road then plunges towards the wide valley of the Trisuli to arrive at the large town of Trisuli (548 m). Then it's the track to Shyabur Besi. In Kalikhastan, we enter the Langtang National Park.
6-hour drive
Final altitude: 1900m
Meal: Breakfast- Lunch- Dinner
Accommodation: Night in the Lodge
DAY 3: TREKKING FROM SHYABRU TO LAMA HOTEL (2470 M)
Beginning of the trek. We cross the village of Shyabru, then terraced crops and a thick forest of oaks, alders, and bamboos. We change banks by crossing the Langtang Khola River, by a large suspension bridge. A few climbs and descents in areas of landslides mean that this day is not monotonous, despite the few houses visible in this wooded region. We recross the tumultuous Langtang Khola before undertaking a steep climb to Rimche at 2,250 meters. The descent towards Changtang, called “Lama Hotel” (name of the first lodge built in this hamlet) is finally gentle.
5- 6 hours of trek
Final altitude: 2470 m
Meal: Breakfast- Lunch- Dinner
Accommodation: Night in the Lodge
DAY 4: TREKKING FROM LAMA HOTEL - GHORA TABELA - LANGTANG (3400 M)
We ascend gradually through the woodland, catching glimpses of the clear blue river below through occasional gaps between the trees. Suddenly, as we round a corner in the clearing, the majestic Langtang Lirung (7246 m) comes into view. Crossing a suspension bridge, the trail leads us through yak-filled meadows to Ghora Tabela, a pastoral village predominantly inhabited by Tibetans. Continuing upward, the trail steadily widens the valley, revealing numerous traditional Tamang houses and the initial manis, the prayer walls. Our approach to Langtang, marked by its Tibetan-style, flat-roofed houses.
4-5 hours of trek
Final altitude: 3400 m
Meal: Breakfast- Lunch- Dinner
Accommodation: Night in the Lodge
DAY 5: TREKKING FROM LANGTANG TO KYANJIN GOMPA (3870 M)
The path winds through the largest village in the valley and joins a ridge dominated by a large square chorten and its long prayer wall. From there, access to a small moraine allows you to contemplate the Kyanjin gompa: the site is magnificent. Then a short descent towards the lodges and the local cheese dairy.
In the afternoon, the possibility of making an excursion towards Kyanjin Ri (4773 m) which offers a remarkable point of view: Langtang Lirung (7227 m), Yala Peak (5050 m), Langshisha Ri (6560 m), massive of Urkeinmang Himal (6143 m), among many other peaks. If you do not wish to make this excursion, you can go up the wide Langtang valley, which rises very gently, towards the summer pastures of the yaks.
5 hours of trek
Final altitude: 3870 M
Meal: Breakfast- Lunch- Dinner
Accommodation: Night in the Lodge
DAY 6: ASCENT OF TSERGO RI (4984 M)
Devoted to the discovery of the upper Langtang valley. The Tsergo Ri, from where the wide circular view imposes itself as a belvedere, offers a grandiose panorama: Langtang Lirung (7246 m), Naya Kanga (5846 m), Dorje Lakpa (6966 m), Langshisa Ri (6427 m), Ganchenpo (6378 m) and, in the distance, the summit of Shishapangma (8013 m). The round trip is a great day of effort. The terrain does not present any particular difficulties other than the altitude. The end of the route, among large boulders, is demanding.
4 hours of trek
Final altitude: 4984 M
Meal: Breakfast- Lunch- Dinner
Accommodation: Night in the Lodge
DAY 7: KYANJIN GOMPA - LAMA HOTEL (2470 M)
Descent by the same route as on the outward journey.
4 hours of trek
Final altitude: 2470 M
Meal: Breakfast- Lunch- Dinner
Accommodation: Night in the Lodge
DAY 8: TREKKING FROM LAMA HOTEL - THULO SHYABRU (2250 M)
Descent by the way of the outward journey following the Langtang Khola, until taking a small path on our left. The path is a little rough in the middle of the ferns. We come to a sumptuous belvedere. Sometime later, we arrive at a flat area and see the village of Thulo Shyabru. Suspended from a ridge with its white chorten at the entrance to the village, it is a beautiful belvedere over the foothills of Tibet. At nightfall, the changing colors of trees, hills and snow-capped peaks in the distance leave pleasant memories and delight photographers.
5 hours of trek
Final altitude: 2250 M
Meal: Breakfast- Lunch- Dinner
Accommodation: Night in the Lodge
DAY 9: TREKKING FOR THULO SHYARBU TO SING GOMPA (3300M)
The path leaves us with few choices: we have to climb a hard switchback climb on the hill overlooking Shyabru. We progress most of the time under cover, within a humid forest where a few monkeys jump from one tree to another, before arriving at Dursagang (2550 m). The slope softens, then a last effort allows us to reach the top of the ridge at 3,360 meters, on a balcony offering a wide view of the Ganesh Himal and Manaslu massifs. We arrive at Sing Gompa, a charming village with its small cheese dairy and its monastery by the side of the road.
4 hours of trek
Final altitude: 3300 M
Meal: Breakfast- Lunch- Dinner
Accommodation: Night in the Lodge
DAY 10: SING GOMPA - CHANDARNBHAR - GOSAINKUND LAKES (4380 M)
The trail climbs steeply to the top of a ridge, up to Laurebina Yak (3930 m). The landscape is revealed, majestic: Annapurnas, Manaslu, Ganesh Himal, Langtang Lirung. The climb continues, passes a spur at 4,400 meters, and plunges towards the largest lake, dedicated to Shiva, a place of pilgrimage in August for thousands of Hindus.
4 hours of trek
Final altitude: 4380 M
Meal: Breakfast- Lunch- Dinner
Accommodation: Night in the Lodge
DAY 11: TREKKING FORM GOSAINKUNDA LAKES TO GHOPTE (3430 M)
Winding from one lake to another, the path climbs towards the Laurebina pass (4610 m) crossing a zone of moraines: a nice view from the pass. On the opposite side, the descent is steep and rocky. The path, along the torrent, goes up then down, like a roller coaster.
4-5 hours of trek
Final altitude: 3430 M
Meal: Breakfast- Lunch- Dinner
Accommodation: Night in the Lodge
DAY 12: TREKKING FROM GHOPTE (3430 M) TO KUTUMSANG (2470 M)
The trail rises towards Tharepati on a ridge (3490 m). We see Dorje Lhakpa, Shishapangma and even Khumbu! The descent on the other side is beautiful, through forests and pastures. A few more roller coasters, then a steep descent, and we arrive at Magen Goth (3220 m), an area of mountain pastures with many shepherds' shelters. Another climb to the ridge of Panghu Danda (3345 m). From there, by a steep descent, we reach the village of Kutumsang, located on a flat area.
5 hours of trek
Final altitude: 2470 M
Meal: Breakfast- Lunch- Dinner
Accommodation: Night in the Lodge
DAY 13: DRIVE FROM KUTUMSANG - GOLPHU BHANJYANG - MELAMCHI PUL - KATHMANDU
The trail climbs the hill south of Kutumsang and then descends to a flat area at Gul Bhanjyang, 2,130 meters, a charming mountain village inhabited by Tamangs. We leave our team of porters to reach Kathmandu, first by a chaotic track and a spectacular switchback climb, then by road.
Drive
Final altitude: 1355 M
Meal: Breakfast- Lunch- Dinner
Accommodation: Night in the hotel
DAY 14: EXPLORE KATHMANDU VALLEY (1355 M)
Have breakfast and then you have the whole day to explore the best Kathmandu Sightseeing spots with your guide. You can visit and explore one of the most famous Shiva temples, Pashupatinath, recognized as the monkey temple; Swyambhunath, the largest Stupa in the world, also called Boudhanath Stupa; and finally the Royal Palace, Kathmandu Durbar Square.
Day tour at Kathmandu
Final altitude: 1355 M
Meal: Breakfast- Lunch- Dinner
Accommodation: Night in the hotel
DAY 15: FINAL DEPARTURE TO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
Depending on the departure time of your flight and our representative will drop you at the airport, ending your journey in Nepal. We hope to be of service to you agan. Thank you and safe travels.
Departure at international airport
Meal: Breakfast.