Langtang Valley Trek - 11 Days

Following the breakfast, we’ll move ahead for a sightseeing tour around the Kathmandu Valley where the centuries-old culture, traditions and heritage are preserved despite being in the era of modern technology.  At the beginning of the sightseeing tour, we’ll first stop by one of the most sacred Hindu shrines of Pashupatinath where we can find the essence of peace. Afterwards, we’ll proceed to the sacred Buddhist stupas of Boudhanath and Swayambhunath. With the colossal mandala, Boudhanath is one of the largest spherical stupas in Nepal. Also, Swayambhunath is among the oldest standing structure in Kathmandu Valley. Both Buddhist shrines are the ancient architectural marvel. Eventually, we conclude our day visit to Patan Durbar Square. The whole durbar square complex is the masterpiece of the Malla craftsmanship and flaunts the awe-inspiring fine arts including artistic carvings on wood and stone. You can make a wander on the colourful and crowded streets of the Kathmandu to get familiar with Nepalese lifestyle.

Today, you’ll make your way on the scenic bus journey adjacent to the north-western hills of Kathmandu to Syabru Bensi, which takes about 7-8 hours drive (Depending on traffic conditions). Along the way, you can observe picturesque landscapes, snow-capped mountains such as Mt. Annapurna II, Manasalu, Ganesh Himal and other neighbouring peaks as well as terraced hills, rivers, small human settlements and greenery. This prepossessing outlook progresses across Trishuli Bazaar, Betrawati and Dhunche; you can take pleasure Himalayan vistas and elementary but ethnic lifestyle through the rustic villages and green farmlands. Finally, we arrive at Syabru Bensi (1,462m).

The day four marks the commencement of our trekking adventure on the exhilarating trail, which advances across a suspension bridge over Bhote Koshi River and continues along the banks of Langtang Khola. Now, the trail gradually ascends through subtropical forest of oak, maple, massive spruce, fir and blue pine to the stream at Dovan (1,680m). Afterwards, it makes an abrupt uphill climb over a rocky ridge and passes across dense rhododendron woodland to Pahiro (1,800m), then proceeds to Bamboo (1,930m); subsequently ascending gently to Rimche (2,400m). En route, we can observe the inhabitants of the forest that include a variety of wildlife such as Yellow-throated martens, Wild boars, Langur monkeys, Red pandas and Himalayan black bears etc. At the end of the day, we set our foot on Lama Hotel (2,500m).

At the beginning of the day, we confront a gentle ascend, which gradually becomes more and more abrupt as we advance further. The trekking trail progresses across dense woodland comprising hemlocks, oaks, maples alongside pink and white rhododendrons overlooking the Langtang Khola. While on the move, we initially get alluring sights of snow-capped mountaintops parallel to the renowned Mt. Langtang Lirung (7,244m) beyond the woodland.  Next, advancing beyond a log bridge, the trail ascends on the other side of thriving grassland known as Ghora Tabela (2,992m). Afterwards, as the valley opens up into distinct U-shaped glacial, the trail gradually climbs past yak pastures, helipad, lush rhododendron vegetations, and dispersed Tamang settlements of Thangshyap and Gompa. The lovely trail now passes through a sprouting stream and ascends beyond a handful of water driven mills to the graceful village of Langtang (3,430m), which harbours the headquarter of Langtang National Park. The village is encircled by stone walls that encompass wandering yaks and wild goats along the farmlands of buckwheat, potatoes, wheat, turnips and barley. Furthermore, the upper village maintains a sublime flat-roofed houses flaunting Tibetan design with detailed and carefully carved driven windows. Subsequently, we pursue the trail that first advances beyond chorten surmounted ridge; then, slowly ascends across a gushing stream to the Mundu Village (3,442m).

From this point onwards, we make our way past numerous small streams via the wooden bridges placed above them. We eventually get a glimpse of Kyanjin Gompa Monastery and the remarkable icefall running from the peaks of Langtang Lirung and Kimshung. Once we arrive at Kyangjin Gompa (3,798m), we may visit renowned Government operated Cheese factory and get a taste of cheese and curd prepared from Yak milk. Later, we can explore the region, which flaunts awe-inspiring panoramas of snowy mountaintops including Langtang Lirung (7,246m), Yala peak (5,500m) , Kyangjin RI (4,750m), Tsergo RI (5,000m), Langshisa- Ri (6,427m), Dorje Lhakpa (6,430m), Naya Kang (5,844m), and Ganja La (5,160m).

This very day, we lace our shoes tight and climb uphill to Kyangin Ri (4,300m) or Cherku Ri (4,984m); the highest points of our entire trek. By standards of the mighty Himalayas, Kyangin Ri is a small hill positioned on the northeast of Kyanjin Gompa. From Kyangin Gompa, a 4-5 hours hike is required in order to get to its summit, which is rewarded with breathtaking vistas of the upper Langtang Valley and surrounding peaks and glaciers.  On top of that, if you desire to go higher than Kyangin Ri, we extend an alternative 7-8 hike to Cherku Ri in front of you. This viewpoint at the elevation of 4,984m asl mesmerizing Himalayan outlooks.

In the eighth day of our escapade, we take final glances of the exquisite surrounding prettified with alluring snow capped peaks; then, trek back to Lama Hotel following the same trail. We purse the trail along come Langtang Khola and come across familiar Langtang village, which we left behind previously during our advancement to Kyangin Gompa. Afterwards, we continue back to Ghora Tabela and via an abrupt descend; we reach Lama Hotel where our trekking adventure had once commenced.

Today, we descend downhill beyond the woodland comprising of rich vegetations. Also, we can take pleasure of mountains and green hills vistas on our doorstep. Subsequently, we hike on an irregular path with some high and low through several villages populated by native Tamang communities which provides us with the opportunity to get an insight into classic culture and traditions of Tamang people. Lastly, we reach Syabru Bensi.

We will drive back to Kathmandu on a comfortable tourist bus. While passing through the road, you can witness terraces, streams, rivers, native settlements, high hills and of course, the ferocious river Trishuli. It takes about 7-8 hours depending on traffic conditions to reach your hotel in Kathmandu.  At evening, you can wander inside the radiant Nepalese market and perform a last moment shopping of souvenirs to take back home for your family and loved ones.

Today marks the end of your escapade in Nepal. We hope that we stand your expectations with our services and expertise. With the expectation to see you soon on another adventurous journey, we will drop you to the Kathmandu Airport where flight back to your home is waiting for you. Farewell and safe journey!!!