Langtang Valley Trek - 11 Days
A journey shaped by the landscapes, people and experiences of Nepal.
Offered by Churen Himal Treks & Expedition
NEPAL · TRAVEL EXPERIENCES
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Langtang valley trekking, a part of Langtang National Park, is especially famous for flora and fauna. Langtang trekking is also called "the valley of glaciers trek". The river valley offers healthy forests, some endangered wildlife, bird-eyes view of high mountains including Langtang Lirung (7245m) and the live culture of the people. Langtang is the closet place where you could get the massive snow capped mountains and beautiful glaciers. This valley is located only 19 miles north of Kathmandu. The whole valley is dominated by Mount Langtang Lirung (7246m) and offers pine forest, swift mountain streams, rugged rock and snow-capped peaks, grassy down and meadows. The starting point of trekking is Syabru Bensi. From Syabru Bensi you will follow the Langtang River to the east until you get to Kyangin Gompa (3,049) with overnight stay at Lama Hotel, Langtang valley respectively. On the fourth day you will arrive at Langtang valley. In this valley besides natural wonders you also visit local Tibetan village and see their lifestyle. The last destination of this trekking is Kyanjin Gompa. You visit ancient Buddhist monastery and glaciers. Here you stay one more day on next day you get an opportunity to ascend Kyangjin Ri (4350m). From its top you will get 360 degree mountain views. From Kyangjin, you retrace your route back down the valley to Syabru Besi and then drive back to Kathmandu.
Journey at a glance
Day 01: Arrive at Tribhuwan International Airport (TIA) Kathmandu (1350m) — Namaste & welcome to Churen Himal Treks of Nepal. Upon your arrival, you will be greeted by a representative from Chuen Himal Treks (CHT). After completing your custom formalities (Visa, etc) pick up your luggage and look for our representative with a Churen Himal Treks and Expedition with Group leader's name display board at the arrival gate. You will be then transferred to the Hotel. After check-in, if time allows, you will visit the CHT office to meet your trekking leader as well as other participants and for final preparation for the trip. It all depends upon your arrival time. (Overnight deluxe hotel on BB basis) Day 02: Kathmandu: Sightseeing and Trek Preparation — 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: Kathmandu to Syabrubesi (1420m) via Trisuli Bazaar (540m) by bus 7-8 hrs — Drive from Kathmandu to Syabru Besi which takes about nine hours by bus or Land cruiser depending on group size. You head north out of Kathmandu driving through scenic foothills and ridge line vistas to Syabru Besi passing through Dhunche. While passing along the road at the bank of Trishuli River you catch a glimpse of Ganesh Himal, terraces and green hills. As you pass through Dhunche you feel as if you are heading towards deep land. At the same time, you notice that the road is still under construction. (Overnight at tea house on full board basis) Day 04: Syabru Besi to Lama Hotel (2470m) 5-6 hrs — The first part of the trail crosses through Bhote Koshi and follows the Langtang Khola. This trail gradually climbs to Bamboo passing through the Landslide area. Afterwards, your trek ascends gently to Rimche (2400meters) through Bamboo (1960meters) which lies at the bank of Langtang Khola. You can have lunch at this place if you like. And at the end your trail is level to the Lama Hotel. En route you could see red pandas, monkeys and bears if you're lucky. (Overnight at tea house on full board basis) Day 05: Lama Hotel to Langtang village (3430m) 5-6 hrs — The trek route follows Gumanechok, Ghoda Tabela literally it means the Horse Stable. After this, the trail is slightly gradual and beautiful in the valley with the grazing Yaks. Langtang village is one of the very local and old villages along this trekking route and the view from here is more spectacular as we get closer to the mountain. (Overnight at tea house on full board basis) Day 06: Langtang Village to Kyanjing Gompa (3870m) 5-6 hrs — Today is a shorter walk but enough for acclimatization. The surroundings are interesting also because of the famous Cheese factory. The beautiful valley in the lap of the Langtang Lirung and other around, a place to explore the valley and lots of small peaks to climb (Overnight at tea house on full board basis) Day 07: Kyanjin Gompa exploration day — Today is a day to rest and explore the area. You can visit the monastery and the cheese factory, walk up the moraine to see the spectacular ice faces and tumbling glaciers of Langtang Lirung or ascend Kyangjin Ri (4350m) which is the highest point of this trek, directly behind the village, for a breath-taking panorama of the Langtang peaks. (Overnight at tea house on full board basis) Day 08: Trek back Kyanjin Gomba to Lama Hotel (2470m) 5-6 hrs — From Kyangjin you retrace your route, following the Langtang Khola to Langtang village and on to Ghora Tabela. After lunch, you continue the steep descent to Lama Hotel. (Overnight at tea house on full board basis) Day 09: Lama Hotel to Syabru Besi (1420m) — The upper part of the trail is more beautiful for the panoramic view of mountains and green hill views. This path is broader and remains sunny through the different Sherpa and Tamang villages. The first half part of the trail is gradually down and then the trail does steeply descent to the Syabru Besi (1600m). There was run a project called Chilime Power Plant the main inhabitants belong to the Tamang community and they have adopted Tibetan lifestyle. (Overnight at tea house on full board basis) Day 10: Drive Shyabru Besi to Kathmandu 7-8 hrs — In the morning drive back to Kathmandu by Local bus or private vehicle. The drive takes 7 to 8 hrs to reach Kathmandu. Remember, we will be hosting a fantastic celebration "Farewell dinner" at traditional Nepalese restaurant with Mountain Guide Trek staffs for successful completion of the Langtang Valley Trek! (Overnight deluxe hotel on BB basis) Day 11: 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.
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 10Drive Shyabru Besi to Kathmandu 7-8 hrs — In the morning drive back to Kathmandu by Local bus or private vehicle. The drive takes 7 to 8 hrs to reach Kathmandu. Remember, we will be hosting a fantastic celebration "Farewell dinner" at traditional Nepalese restaurant with Mountain Guide Trek staffs for successful completion of the Langtang Valley Trek! (Overnight deluxe hotel on BB basis)
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Day 11Final 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.
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What's included in your experience
Included
- Price Includes:
- 1: Pick up & drop to and from Airport by private Car/Van/Bus as per group size
- 2: 3-night hotel in Kathmandu on bed and breakfast basis
- 3: Fresh Meals on full board ( Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner) with hot drinks and Tea/ Coffee
- 4: Trekking Information Management System ( TIMS) Card
- 5: Langtang National Park Fee
- 6: Transportation cost for our trekking crew
- 7: Guided sightseeing tour in Kathmandu
- 9: All wages, equipment, food, medical and accident insurances for all involved staff in trekking
- 10: An English speaking Local Expert trekking guide, assistant guide & necessary porters
- 11: Our service charge and government taxes levied in Nepal
- 12: Churen Himal Treks baggage or T-shirt
- 13: First aid medical kits for the group and the staff
- 14: Langtang trekking Map
- 15: Welcome dinner in a typical Nepali restaurant with cultural program in Kathmandu
Not included
- Price Excludes:
- 1: Nepal entry visa fee
- 2: International airfare
- 3: Entrance fees for sightseeing/monument visit as per the itinerary
- 4: Lunch and dinner during your stay in Kathmandu and Pokhara (except farewell dinner)
- 5: Rescues, repatriation, medicines, medical tests and hospitalization expenses
- 6: phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, mineral water and hot shower
- 7: Items of personal nature, laundry expenses, tips
- 8: Clothing packing items or bags, personal medical kit
- 9: Personal trekking gear ( Down Jacket and Sleeping Bags)
- 10: Any additional staff other than specified
- 11:Tips and Gratitude.
- 12:In case of natural calamities i.e. political unrest, cancellation of flight due to weather, landslides etc the extra charge should be born by themselves.
Essential trip information
Before you go
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Meeting point
Kathmandu
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