Langtang Valley Trek - 11 Days

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Langtang Valley Trek
Cost per PorterUSD 200
Trek CostUSD 850.00
  • Duration11 Days
  • LanguageEnglish
  • Elevation

Tour Highlights

The 11-Day Langtang Valley Trek gives a captivating mix of Tamang culture, great mountain scenes, and excellent access through Kathmandu, making it an excellent choice for travellers seeking adventure and cultural unity. Despite the devastating earthquake in the fateful year of 2015, which impacted the region, the Langtang Valley shows excellent beauty and fine cultural heritage. The trek has a scenic drive through Kathmandu to Syabrubesi, where the great adventure unfolds. You will gradually move toward Kyangjin Gompa, a great monastery at 4,380 meters, as you go through the lush forests combined with many flora and fauna. From this point, you can also see a breathtaking 360-degree view of the surrounding peaks, including the majestic Langtang Lirung and Gang Chhenpo. The rare climatic conditions of the valley, added to the incredible terrain, create a delicate landscape that evolves at all steps.

Throughout the journey, you will have the best time going deep into the traditional way of life of the Tamang community. Going through their vibrant villages offers insights into their customs, architecture, and agricultural customs. The local Tamang communities are known for their warm hospitality, often inviting all sorts of trekkers to their homes to have tea or local meals, which enhance your cultural experience. The trek is paced, allowing for proper rest and appreciation for the surroundings. Each day presents scenic wonders, from well-terraced fields to the rushing rivers, culminating in the calm atmosphere at the Kyangjin Gompa, where you can see nearby glaciers or dive deep into the stunning scene. This trek promises a rare breathtaking terrain and cultural insight, making it an unforgettable journey through one of Nepal's most memorable regions. 

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DAY 1

Kathmandu (1320m)

After your arrival at International Airport, you would be greeted by our agent. Upon arrival at the airport, move to the hotel. On the first day freshen up and take a rest in a 3-star luxury lodging (Thamel Eco Resort or Skyline Hotel)

DAY 2

Kathmandu to Syabru Bensi (2581m)

On a second day, from Kathmandu travel early to Syabru Bensi across Dhunche (1966 m above sea level). Then, gradually we drive to Dhunche through picturesque foothills and ridgeline views. Trishuli Bazaar's first portion of our drive is quite smooth. Reaching Syabru Bensi which is a lovely town on the ridgeline, your actual trek begins. Stay the night at Syabru Bensi at the lodge of the tea house.

DAY 3

Syabru Bensi to Lama Hotel (2470m.)

Start the trip to Lama Hotel from Syabru Bensi (2470 m.). The trail runs along the hill of the main street of Syabru and then goes down to Ghopche Khola (2050 m.) and then to Pairo (1810 m.). From here, the trail runs over Bamboo (1960 m.) to Rimche (2400 m) and finally ends at the Lama Hotel. Throughout the way, you can see red pandas, monkeys and bears. Stay the night at one of the tea house lodges.

DAY 4

Lama Hotel to Langtang Village (3430m.)

After lunch at the Lama Hotel, walk through Ghore Tabela (3000 m.) to the village of Langtang (3430 m), which might take around six hours. On the way, we'd find some Yak grazing grounds. During the summer months, local people bring their livestock for grazing in the high pasture land. Before we get to Langtang Town, we pass a monastery which is one of the holy places for people residing in that location. We reimburse the monastery for our short visit and arrive at the destination Langtang Village. Night at the lodge of the tea house.

DAY 5

Langtang Village to Kyangjin Gompa (3870m.)

On the fifth day its time to trek from Langtang Village to Kyangjin (3870 m.). It takes approximately three hours to get there. Our route steadily goes through small villages and yaks pasture land the valley starts to expand, and the sights get extensive. After several small streams and moraines, you can finally reach Kyangjin Gompa. Later, visit Kyangjin Gompa's cheese factory with a panoramic view of Dorje Larpa (6990 m.), Langtang Ri (6370 m.), Langtang Lirung (7245 m.) and many more. Spend a night in a nearby tea house lodge.

DAY 6

Kyangjin Gompa excursion day

On the 6th day, Kyangjin Gompa would acclimatize and go on an excursion to make good use of the time. Visit the monastery and cheese factory, walk up the moraine to see Langtang Lirung's spectacular icefalls and tumbling glaciers, or climb up Kyangjin Ri (4350 m) are some of the to od list for day six. Night at the lodge of the tea house.

DAY 7

Kyangjin Gompa to Lama Hotel

Start the trek to Lama Inn from Kyangjin Gompa. From Kyangjin, we retrace our journey to Langtang village and Ghora Tabela, following the Langtang Khola. Have lunch at Ghora Tabela, get back to Lama Hotel. Spend the night at the tea house.

DAY 8

Lama Hotel to Sybru Bensi (1460m.)

Similarly, walk to Sybru Bensi (1460 m) from the Lama Hotel early in the morning after the tea. On the way, we'd find Tamang woman weaving clothes. In addition, we would also be fortunate enough to experience Tamangs ' rich culture and see red pandas, monkeys and various bird species along the way. Night at the lodge of the tea house.

DAY 9

Syabru Bensi to Kathmandu (1320m.)

On the ninth day of trek get back to Kathmandu from Syabru Bensi. Penetrating the rural settlements on the way back to Kathmandu is quite interesting. On reaching Kathmandu, you will be transferred to our hotel, and a typical Nepali restaurant would serve a farewell dinner. Stay the night in 3-star hotel (Thamel Eco Resort or Skyline Hotel)

DAY 10

Kathmandu city Sightseeing. Today sightseeing at Kathmandu

Visit places such as Swoyambhunath, Pashupatinath, Patan Durbar Square and Boudhanath inside the Kathmandu Valley. 3-star room lodging (Thamel Eco Resort or Skyline Room) for the night.

DAY 11

Transfer to airport

After the morning breakfast, we will drop you to the airport by private car.

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Included & Excluded

    Our Package Includes:
     

    • Pick up and drop from airports via private car/van/bus.
    • Deluxe accommodation for three nights in Kathmandu (on the day of arrival and after hiking).
    • Guided tour of the city by private tourist vehicle in Kathmandu.
    • Entrance fees on museum, monasteries and other historical places inside the valley
    • Your standard meals during the trekking (breakfast, lunch, and dinner).
    • Availability of ground transportation to Syabru Bensi from Kathmandu and vice-versa by a drive
    • All accommodations during trekking in lodges/tea houses, and so on.
    • A skilled, co-operative and pleasant and helpful guide, porters (one for two people).
    • Guide and Porter's wages, meals, drinks, lodging, travel and insurance.
    • Emergency Helicopter Service Arrangement to be paid for by your Travel Insurance
    • Reliable Insurance Company
    • Permit to Langtang National Park
    • Card fees for the Trekker Information Management System (TIMS).
    • Availability of duggle bag if necessary
    • Farewell dinner with a cultural dance show in a typical Nepali restaurant
    • All taxes, vat and service charges for our government

Good To Know

A suggested list of equipment for trekking in Nepal Himalayas is given below. Our porters can hold between 20 kg to 25 kg of your big bag. And it's easier to have your day bag on your own, where you can put all the stuff you need for the day. Like a camera and clip, tea, napkins, warm tee-shirt, ...

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