Itinerary
- Day 1
Arrival at Kathmandu
You'll land at Kathmandu International Airport and get picked up for the drive to your hotel in Thamel. After checking in, spend the rest of the day settling down and resting from your flight. This gives you time to adjust to the city and prepare for what's ahead.
- Start point
- Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal (Pick up International Airport Kathmandu and drop of hotel in Thamel, 05:00 - 22:00)
- Meals
- Breakfast
Landmarks Kathmandu International Airport Thamel - Day 2
Kathmandu
This is a free day to recover and acclimate. You can explore cultural sites around the Kathmandu valley if you're feeling up for it, or stay relaxed at your hotel. Either way, it's good to take it easy before starting your trek.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit cultural sites in the Kathmandu valley
- Day 3
Kathmandu to Syabrubesi
An early start for the 7-hour drive from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi, a remote village that serves as your trailhead. Along the way, you'll pass through local villages and see the terraced farmland that covers the hillsides. You'll arrive at 1460 meters elevation and settle in for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Landmarks Syabrubesi - Day 4
Syabrubesi to Lama Hotel
Your trek kicks off with a crossing over a suspension bridge that spans the Langtang Khola river. From there, you'll walk alongside the river as it roars through a dramatic gorge for about 6 hours. The hike takes you up to Lama Hotel at 2350 meters, where you'll spend the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek across suspension bridge over Langtang Khola river
- Trek through Langtang gorge
Landmarks Langtang Khola River - Day 5
Lama Hotel to Ghoretabela
Continue hiking through the Langtang gorge with the river as your constant companion. Over the next 4 hours, the valley opens up gradually and you'll see meadows and small farming settlements. You'll pass through Buddhist Sherpa and Tamang communities, spotting mani walls along the path before reaching Ghoretabela at 3015 meters.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek through Langtang Valley
- Pass mani walls
Landmarks Langtang Valley - Day 6
Ghoretabela to Mundu
Trek into Langtang village, which has been slowly rebuilding after the 2015 earthquake. The Gompa was the only structure that survived the damage. From here you can either stay in Langtang or continue to Mundu for the night. This 4-hour trek takes you to 3500 meters elevation.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek to Langtang village
Landmarks Langtang Village Langtang Gompa - Day 7
Mundu to Kyangjin Gompa
A 4-hour trek brings you to Kyangjin Gompa at 3749 meters, a small village wedged between mountains. This is the last settlement in the Langtang Valley and marks the end of your uphill climbing. After arriving, you'll have the rest of the day to relax and adjust to the higher altitude.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek to Kyangjin Gompa
Landmarks Kyangjin Gompa - Day 8
Rest Day
Stay in Kyangjin Gompa for acclimatization and recovery. If you're interested, there are optional day hikes to either Kyangjin Ri or Tsergo Ri that offer panoramic views of the surrounding Langtang mountains. Otherwise, use the day to rest and prepare for your descent.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Day hike to Kyangjin Ri (4600 m) for panoramic views of Langtang mountain range
- Day hike to Tsergo Ri (5200 m) for panoramic views of Langtang mountain range including Langtang Lirung and Shishapangma
Landmarks Kyangjin Ri Tsergo Ri Langtang Lirung Shishapangma - Day 9
Kyangjin Gompa to Bamboo Lodge
Start heading back down from Kyangjin Gompa, retracing your steps through the valley for about 7 hours. You'll trek back to Bamboo Lodge at 2350 meters, which is lower than where you started the day. The downhill walk is easier on the muscles but can be tough on the knees.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek down Langtang Valley
- Day 10
Bamboo Lodge to Thulo Syabru
Continue descending to Syabru village at 2118 meters over the next 6 hours. From there, your route turns toward the sacred Gosainkunda lakes. You'll end this day at Thulo Syabru after passing through some beautiful terrain.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek to Thulo Syabru
- Divert towards sacred lakes of Gosainkunda
Landmarks Gosainkunda Lakes - Day 11
Thulo Syabru to Singh Gompa
After leaving Thulo Syabru, you'll hike through a thick rhododendron forest. As you come out of the trees, the Ganesh mountains come into view with great scenery all around. This 5-hour trek takes you to Singh Gompa at 3254 meters elevation.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek through rhododendron forest
- View Ganesh mountains
Landmarks Ganesh Mountains - Day 12
Singh Gompa to Gosainkunda Lakes
Trek up to the sacred Gosainkunda Lakes at 4381 meters, sitting in a beautiful mountain setting with high peaks all around. You'll walk along the main lake and stay overnight here. These lakes have been considered sacred for hundreds of years and attract Hindu and Buddhist pilgrims regularly throughout the year.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek to Gosainkunda Lakes
- Visit sacred Gosainkunda Lakes
Landmarks Gosainkunda Lakes - Day 13
Gosainkunda Lakes to Ghopte
Cross over the Laurabina La pass at 4609 meters, which is the highest point of your entire trek. From there, you descend into the Helambu hills for a 6-hour trek down to Ghopte at 3566 meters. The pass offers views and marks a turning point in your journey.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Cross Laurabina La pass (4609 m)
- Trek to Helambu region
Landmarks Laurabina La Pass Helambu - Day 14
Ghopte to Kutumsang
Trek through the Helambu hills toward Kutumsang at 2445 meters during this 6-hour day. The landscape here is really nice as you make your way downhill through the region. You'll see terraces and forests as the elevation drops.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek through Helambu region
Landmarks Helambu - Day 15
Kutumsang to Kathmandu
An easy 2-hour downhill walk brings you to Ghul Bhanjyang at 2125 meters. From there, a jeep picks you up for the 7-hour drive back to your hotel in Kathmandu, completing your trek. You should arrive by late afternoon or early evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Trek to Ghul Bhanjyang
Landmarks Ghul Bhanjyang - Day 16
Kathmandu
Your final day in Kathmandu before heading home. You can walk through the local markets looking for souvenirs, or check out a cultural site if there's something you missed earlier. Use the day however you'd like before your departure tomorrow.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Shop for souvenirs
- Visit a cultural site
- Day 17
Departure from Kathmandu
A vehicle will pick you up from your hotel in Thamel and take you to Kathmandu International Airport. After saying goodbye to Nepal, you'll head to the airport and begin your journey home.
- End point
- Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal (Pick up hotel Thamel and drop off Kathmandu International Airport, 04:00 - 21:00)
Landmarks Kathmandu International Airport
