Langtang Tamang Heritage Trek -15 Days

01 / THE EXPERIENCE

Discover the journey

The Tamang heritage trek is newly demanding observed trail in Langtang valley l. it's cultural trek thru colorful Tamang villages in Langtang with lovely panoramic perspectives of Ganesh Himal and Langtang variety which lies inside the northern part of Kathmandu close to Langtang country wide Park. In Nepal, this hiking is the precise way of playing your lifestyles with wonderful memories. the luxurious mid hill villages of Nepal and the lifestyle of the individuals who live here are shown in Tamang background trek with towering peaks, beneficent forests, placing bridges and random snow leopard sightings inside the epic historical past. This 16 days direction is an awesome advent to the lovely Langtang place and the particular culture of the Tamang community. During this cultural trek, you may also find out a gripping Tibetan history and of Tibetan lifestyle in this region. An additionally see the buying and selling routes of Tibet-Nepal from wherein nations import and export goods. People living on this location are in general Buddhist and grow a few hardy grains and veggies. They're each day sports are agriculture such as elevating farm animals and alternate. in this region, human beings put on appealing colorful costumes and their homes are decorated with splendid woodcarvings. This trek offers astounding views of snowcapped mountains to make this journey memorable and also trekkers get chances to examine Syabru, Mane and other interesting neighborhood dances at Goljung, Brimdang and Gatlang villages which are positioned close to the Tibetan border. also, you can experience the famous Tamang Hospitality at Birddim in which domestic live centers are supplied. After this, we head towards the slim valley of Kyanjing Gompa, down the Langtang Khola relishing stunning views. Our trekking then ends in which it began at the same factor of Dhunche in Syabru benshi.

03 / YOUR ROUTE

Journey at a glance

Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu, transfer to Hotel.and Welcome dinner in the evening. — Upon your arrival at Kathmandu airport, one of our representatives will greet you and will transfer you to the hotel. Welcome Evening dinner at authentic Nepalese restaurant with cultural performance. Airport pickup by private Car, Van or Bus (According to group size) Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM), Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal. Day 02: Full day Sightseeing in Kathmandu. — Full day Sightseeing in Kathmandu.Today we are going to visit four of the UNESCO world heritage listed sites in Kathmandu Valley. After breakfast, we start for Kathmandu valley city tour which includes the UNESCO heritage site in the City valley. Pashupatinath Temple is one of the most sacred pilgrims’ sites for Hindus all over the world and It is the temple of Lord Shiva, the temple where the dead bodies are criminated on the Bagmati River. Boudhanath Stupa is one of the biggest stupas in Asia and holiest Buddhist Pilgrims and famous tourist destination in City Valley and It is also famous for over 50 Tibetan gompas or monasteries. Kathmandu Durbar Square holds the places of the ancient king palace who ruled over the Kathmandu Kingdom. Swayambhunath(Monkey Temple) is located in the heart of the City valley and It is another famous tourist destination and holiest Buddhist pilgrims in Kathmandu Valley. Day 03: Drive : Kathmandu to Syabrubesi (1,550m / 8-9 Hours). — The journey starts with a day drive by private car to Syabrubesi. This village has become a commercial area and it is the starting point for trek into the Langtang Valley and Gosainkunda Lakes. After the earthquake of April 2015, the route to Syabrubesi has become the main route to the Tibetan border for travels and trading with Tibet. Day 04: Syabrubesi to Gatlang (2,200m/5 hours walk). — On the first trekking day, you will climb 2 hours to Gholjong. After the climb, you will be rewarded with great views of the Ganesh mountain range. From Gholjong it is an easy hike to Gatlang. Day 05: Today trek from Gatlang to Tatopani (2607m/6 hours walk). — You will descend to the Trisuli river passing by mani walls and chortens. In Tatopani (“hot water” in Nepali) you can take a bath in one of the natural hot springs in the middle of the village. Day 06: Trek from Tatopani to Thuman (2,400m) — After Tatopani, it is uphill trekking to the highest point of the Tamang trail. You will hike through the forest to Nagthali Gyan at an altitude of 3165 meters. After enjoying the mountain views you will hike to the traditional Tamang village of Thuman. Thuman is a large village in the Langtang region where locals live according to their old Buddhist traditional lifestyle. Thuman has ancient monasteries and traditional wood-carved houses. Day 07: Trek from Thuman to Briddim (2,345m/6 Hours Walk). — After Thuman, you will hike through rhododendron forest and open meadows to another traditional Tamang village of Briddim. From Briddim you will explore the Langtang Valley. Day 08: Trek from Briddim to Lama Hotel (2470m/6 Hours Walk). — From Briddim you will explore the Langtang Valley. The first days into the valley you will follow the roaring Langtang Khola river that cuts through a gorge. Day 09: Trek from Lama Hotel to Mundu village (3,500m/ 6Hours Walk) — The first days into the valley you will follow the roaring Langtang Khola river that cuts through a gorge. After a few days, the valley opens up to meadows and small farming settlements. You will be treated with a view of stunning views far into the valley. Here you will pass many long Buddhist mani walls. In the valley, you will pass the former village of Langtang. This local village is no longer there for it was buried under millions of tons of rock and ice during the devastating earthquake in the spring of 2015. The only building still standing is the Gompa. Ten additional buildings on the edge of the landslide were totally destroyed by the air pressure wave. In the centre of the debris are five white flags, in memory of the deceased. You continue on to Mundu near the former village of Langtang. Day 10: Trek to Kyanjin Gompa (3,870m/4 hours) — In the village Kyangjin Gompa, you have a resting day. An optional day hike is possible to one of the surrounding peaks, the Kyangjin Ri (4600 meters) or the Tsergo Ri (5200 meters). From these peaks, you will have a panoramic view of the entire Langtang mountain range including the Langtang Lirung and Shishapangma. Day 11: Visit the Tserko Ri (4984m) — In the village Kyangjin Gompa you have a resting day. An optional day hike is possible to one of the surrounding peaks, the Kyangjin Ri (4600 meters) or the Tsergo Ri (5200 meters). From these peaks you will have a panoramic view of the entire Langtang mountain range including the Langtang Lirung and Shishapangma. Day 12: Trek to River side Lodge (2790m/5 hours). — From Kyangjin Gompa you follow back your footsteps out of the valley the same way you came. Day 13: Trek to Sybrubesi — From Kyangjin Gompa you follow back your footsteps out of the valley the same way you came. Day 14: Drive back to Kathmandu — As a final day, we will have breakfast and head towards Kathmandu. Day 15: Final Departure. — Our representative transfers you to the Kathmandu airport to catch your returning flight back home. Thank you for Travelling with Churen Himal Treks and Tours. Airport drop by private Car, Van or Bus (According to group size) Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM), Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal.

YOUR DAY-BY-DAY ROUTE

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 10Trek to Kyanjin Gompa (3,870m/4 hours) — In the village Kyangjin Gompa, you have a resting day. An optional day hike is possible to one of the surrounding peaks, the Kyangjin Ri (4600 meters) or the Tsergo Ri (5200 meters). From these peaks, you will have a panoramic view of the entire Langtang mountain range including the Langtang Lirung and Shishapangma. +