Itinerary
- Day 1
Kathmandu
You'll land at Tribhuvan International Airport and head to your hotel in Kathmandu. After you get settled, there's a briefing covering what's ahead on your trip. The evening is yours to relax and take in the city's vibrant cultural vibe.
- Start point
- Kathmandu, Bagmati Province, Nepal (Tribhuvan International Airport)
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Day 2
Kathmandu
A guided tour takes you through three key cultural sites. You'll start at Pashupatinath Temple on the sacred Bagmati River, then move to Boudhanath Stupa, one of Nepal's most important Buddhist centers with monasteries all around it. The day wraps up at Patan Durbar Square where you'll see intricate temples from the Malla era.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Pashupatinath Temple
- Visit Boudhanath Stupa
- Explore Patan Durbar Square including Mahabouddha Temple, Kumbeshwor Temple, Krishna Temple, and the Golden Temple
Landmarks Pashupatinath Temple Boudhanath Stupa Patan Durbar Square Mahabouddha Temple Kumbeshwor Temple Krishna Temple Golden Temple - Day 3
Kathmandu to Shyabru Besi - Khanjim
You're driving roughly 9 hours from Kathmandu to Shyabru Besi. The route follows the Trishuli River through villages, and you'll get views of the Annapurnas, Manaslu, and Ganesh Himal along the way. Once there, the Langtang Trek begins with a 3 to 3.5 hour uphill walk to Khanjim, a small settlement with views toward the Tamang Heritage and Ganesh Himal trails.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Shyabru Besi to Khanjim (approximately 3 to 3.5 hours)
Landmarks Trishuli River Annapurna Range Manaslu Ganesh Himal Langtang Region - Day 4
Khanjim to Lama Hotel
Trekking through Langtang Valley starts with a steep 90 minute descent from Khanjim, then 2 hours of rolling terrain to Sherpagaon. You'll pass through rhododendron forests with views of Gosaikunda Valley and Langtang Himal. The trail meets the main Langtang route at Rimche before descending to Lama Hotel in a deep forested gorge.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Khanjim to Lama Hotel via Sherpagaon and Rimche
Landmarks Langtang Valley Gosaikunda Valley Langtang Himal Langtang Khola - Day 5
Lama Hotel to Langtang
The trek continues ascending above the Langtang Khola on increasingly steep trails. Langtang Lirung, the region's highest peak at 7234 meters, comes into view. You'll walk through meadows at Ghodatabela where there's a police checkpoint, then into a wide valley with yak pastures, scattered Tamang villages, and prayer wheels. The day ends at Langtang village with its distinctive flat-roofed Tibetan-style houses.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Lama Hotel to Langtang village
Landmarks Langtang Lirung Ghodatabela Langtang Village - Day 6
Langtang to Kyanjin Gomba
From Langtang you trek through yak pastures and traditional villages toward Mundu and Singdum. There's a wooden cantilever bridge to cross and a moraine climb before you reach Kyajin Gumba, which has a small monastery and a government cheese factory that's popular throughout the valley.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Langtang to Kyajin Gumba
- Visit monastery
- Visit cheese factory
Landmarks Kyajin Gumba Singdum - Day 7
Kyanjin Gomba
This is your acclimatization rest day at Kyajin Gumba. You can explore the monastery and cheese factory at your own pace. If you want more activity, there's an optional climb to Kyangjin Ri at 4300 meters for views of snow-capped peaks, or you can hike up the moraine to see ridges and glaciers.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Explore Kyajin Gumba monastery
- Explore cheese factory
Optional Activities
- Climb Kyangjin Ri (4300 meters) for mountain views
- Walk up the moraine to view glaciers and mountain ridges
Landmarks Kyangjin Ri - Day 8
Kyanjin Gomba to Lama Hotel
You're retracing your route back to Lama Hotel. Following the Langtang Khola, you'll head back through Langtang village and reach Ghodatabela where you'll have a lunch break. From there it's a steep descent down to Lama Hotel for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Kyajin Gumba to Lama Hotel via Langtang village and Ghodatabela
Landmarks Langtang Khola - Day 9
Lama Hotel to Shyabru Besi
The trek continues back to Shyabru Besi on undulating paths. Along the way you'll have chances to experience Tamang community life and traditions. If you prefer something quieter, you can relax and take in the Himalayan Mountain views instead.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Lama Hotel to Shyabru Besi
Optional Activities
- Explore Tamang villages to learn about local culture and customs
- Day 10
Shyabru Besi to Kathmandu
You're driving 8 to 9 hours from Shyabru Besi back to Kathmandu on the same route you came in on. This is a good time to reflect on everything you've seen and experienced during your Langtang Trek.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Day 11
Kathmandu
You have free time in Kathmandu to do whatever you'd like. When it's time to head out, you'll be transferred to Tribhuvan International Airport for your departure flight. The team makes sure you arrive with plenty of time for a smooth check-in.
- End point
- Kathmandu, Bagmati Province, Nepal (Tribhuvan International Airport)
Optional Activities
- Extend stay in Nepal for additional adventures or experiences
