Itinerary
- Day 1
Kathmandu
You'll touch down at Kathmandu Airport where a Sherpa Expedition rep meets you and drives you to your hotel in Thamel, the main tourist area. After settling in, the rest of the day is yours to wander the lively streets, stop by local cafes, and check out what's happening in the neighborhood.
- Start point
- त्रिभुवन अन्तर्राष्ट्रिय विमानस्थल, त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal (Main entrance, 00:00 - 23:00)
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Explore Thamel district streets and cafes
- Visit local bars or clubs
Landmarks Thamel - Day 2
Kathmandu to Chautara
Board a bus for the drive from Kathmandu to Chautara. The journey takes you out of the city and toward the trekking regions. You'll settle in at a lodge overnight to rest before hitting the trail.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Day 3
Phusre
Start trekking through the valley, passing through villages with different ethnic groups. You'll notice how different castes live peacefully together here. The trail takes you across small rivers and past terraced farmlands on the hillsides before reaching your campsite at Phusre.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek through multiple ethnic villages
- Trek through terraced farmlands and hillsides
Landmarks Phusre - Day 4
Phusre to Thulo Okhareni
A long uphill push from Phusre to Thulo Okhareni through rhododendron and pine forests. Watch for birdlife and wildlife along the way, particularly the Danphe pheasant, Nepal's national bird. Things get easier as you reach summer pastures where camp is set up for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Phusre to Thulo Okhareni through rhododendron and pine forests
- Wildlife and birdlife observation
Landmarks Thulo Okhareni - Day 5
Thulo Okhareni to Pauwa Bas
An easier trek today through serene forests of juniper, oak, pine and rhododendron. You'll spot houses belonging to nomadic cattle herders scattered throughout. Camp for the night sits at Pauwa Bas.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek through juniper, oak, pine and rhododendron forests
Landmarks Pauwa Bas - Day 6
Pauwa Bas to Hile Bhanjyang
A tough day with a hard 3 hour climb up a hill, then about 1.5 hours of steep downhill. You get great views of nearby mountains along the way. You'll arrive at Hile Bhanjyang and stay overnight at a lodge.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Pauwa Bas to Hile Bhanjyang
Landmarks Hile Bhanjyang - Day 7
Hile Bhanjyang to Nasim Pati
Begin with a steep uphill climb lasting about an hour. From the top, you get magnificent views in all directions. Then it's a roughly 3 hour descent through rhododendron forests and rocky terrain before reaching Nasim Pati, a traditional pilgrims' rest spot where you'll camp.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Hile Bhanjyang to Nasim Pati
- Trek through rhododendron forests and rocky landscape
Landmarks Nasim Pati - Day 8
Nasim Pati to Panch Pokhari
This is a physically demanding day as you climb to higher altitudes over rocky terrain to reach Panch Pokhari, the five holy Hindu lakes. Pilgrims from Nepal and India visit here to stay in small huts around the lakes. Take time to explore the area and reflect on the spiritual importance of these lakes. Camp nearby tonight.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Nasim Pati to Panch Pokhari
- Visit to Panch Pokhari (five holy lakes)
- Explore area around the lakes
Landmarks Panch Pokhari 
- Day 9
Panch Pokhari to Nasim Pati
Leave early from Panch Pokhari with sweeping views of Mt. Dorje Lakpa, the Jugal Himal Range, Rolwaling Range and Langtang Ranges stretching out. A steep descent through rhododendron forest brings you back to Nasim Pati where you'll camp again.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Panch Pokhari to Nasim Pati
- Trek through rhododendron forest
Landmarks Mt. Dorje Lakpa Jugal Himal Range Rolwaling Range Langtang Ranges - Day 10
Nasim Pati to Dukang
Start with a steep descent that gradually flattens out and becomes less strenuous. Pass through terraced hillsides with views down into deep gorges. You'll arrive at Dukang, an authentic Tamang village, where there's time to explore and observe how the Tamang people live and maintain their traditions. Their distinctive architecture shows strong cultural continuity. Camp here overnight.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Nasim Pati to Dukang
- Trek through terraced hillsides and gorges
- Visit to Tamang village of Dukang
- Explore Tamang culture and traditions
Landmarks Dukang - Day 11
Dukang to Dhap
Another steep descent that levels off as you head through terraced fields. You get views down into gorges along the way. The Tamang village of Dhap comes next, offering more chances to learn about the Tamang people, their beliefs, and how those beliefs shape daily life. Camp here overnight.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Dukang to Dhap
- Trek through terraced fields
- Visit to Tamang village of Dhap
Landmarks Dhap - Day 12
Dhap to Melamchi Pul Bazaar
Your final day on the trail following the Indrawati River through several villages and farming areas. The river passes by Melamchi Pul Bazaar, which has its own hydropower plant. You'll stay overnight at one of the lodges here.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Dhap to Melamchi Pul Bazaar
- Trek along Indrawati River
- Trek through villages and farming areas
Landmarks Indrawati River Melamchi Pul Bazaar - Day 13
Melamchi to Kathmandu
The drive back from Melamchi to Kathmandu takes about 3 to 4 hours. Once you arrive, you'll be dropped at your hotel. This is the time to celebrate finishing this trek to Panch Pokhari.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Day 14
Kathmandu to Departure
A Sherpa Expedition representative picks you up at least 3 hours before your flight to take you to Kathmandu Airport. Have a safe trip and hope to see you on the next Nepal adventure.
- End point
- त्रिभुवन अन्तर्राष्ट्रिय विमानस्थल, त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal (Exit Point, 00:00 - 23:00)
- Meals
- Breakfast
