ITINERARY
Duration: 09 Nights / 10 Days
Location: Kathmandu - Syabrubesi - Kyanjin Gompa - Lama Hotel:
Price: On Request
Activity: Trekking and Hiking
Trekking Type: Tea House
Description:
Langtang Valley is the nearest Himalayan Region from Kathmandu valley, few hours drive from Kathmandu will take you to the beautiful Langtang region. Despite being very close to Kathmandu, the Langtang Region is as wild as any Tibetan highlands with idyllic rural landscape.The people living in the highlands of the Langtang region are certainly Nepalese but being the descendant of the Tibetan origin, they look like the Tibetans.
Tour Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu - 1,300m/4,264 ft
Upon your arrival in the Kathmandu airport, . After completing your custom formalities (Visa, etc) pick up your luggage and look for our representative with a NTP Tourism display board at the arrival gate. You will be then taking to your hotel. After check in, you will, meet your trekking guide as well as other participants. In the evening, there will be a welcome dinner hosted by NTP Tourism where you will be served excellent authentic Nepalese cuisine which will introduce you to the country's food culture.
Meals plans: Dinner
Day 02: Kathmandu Sightseeing & Preparation for the Trek
Today after breakfast we start a guided tour to several of the most historical and spiritual attractions in Kathmandu. The day will also be for finalizing official procedure and other necessary arrangements. You will be also briefed on the nature of the trek, equipments and team composition. Some of landmarks we visit include the World Heritage Sites of Kathmandu Durbar Square, the sacred Hindu temple of Pashupati Nath, the famous 'Monkey Temple' (Swayambhu Nath) and Buddhists shrine (Bouddha Nath). In the afternoon, there will be a pre-trip discussion where we can meet our trek leader and other team members. You can also make your last minute buying of personal items as you will be leaving for the Himalayas tomorrow.
Meals plans: Breakfast
Day 03: Drive to Syabrubesi (1,550m/5,100ft): 145 km/ 7 hrs
After morning breakfast we drive out along the north-western hills of Kathmandu. Enjoy the Himlayan views and mountainous lifestyle through the terraced fields and rustic villages. Take Lunch at the Trishuli Bazar before continuing further to Dhunche. From Dhunche, we descent down to Syabrubesi.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 04: Trek to Lama Hotel (2,380m/7,830ft): 6 hrs
This is our first day of trekking today. Follow the Langtang Khola River. Pass through the dense forests. Cross several suspension bridges. We also pass by a tea houses. The trail goes up and down but it's not that challenging.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 05: Trek to Kyanjin Gompa (3,870m/12,697ft): 7-8 hrs via Langtang village (3,430m/11,253ft): 6/7 hr
After taking morning tea, we embark our second day of the journey. Our trail continues along dense forests. After making a steady climb up through the valley, we leave the tree line behind us. Enjoy the marvelous views of Langtang Lirung. Pass by water mills, prayer wheels, chortens, with sacred mounds of rocks with inscriptions carved on them. Also pass the largest mani wall in Nepal, made from stone with prayers written on them. The prayers written on the mani wall is supposed to be blown away by the wind. Cross several of the wooden bridges.
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 06: Explore Kyanjin Gompa (3,870m/12,697ft): and Tserko Ri (5000m/16,404ft) 5/6- hr
After taking morning tea and breakfast,we get out of the village and pass on through yak pastures and start for visiting to Tserko Ri (5000m/16,404ft) for mountain sunrise views. Since, we are really getting into the high altitudes; you might start feeling the thin air. Afternoon return to Kanjin Gompa- surrounded by the Himalayas all around. You can take a walk around Kanjin Gompa enjoying the views, glaciers, icefalls, birds and
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 07: Trek back to Lama Hotel: 6/7 hrs
Early morning After breakfast, proceed to Lama Hotel. Since, its mostly downhill, it is 6/ 7 hours walk from Kanjin Gompa to Lama Hotel. The trail goes all the way down hill through forest following the river. Pass through the ethnic Tamang settlements that follow religious and cultural practices similar to the Tibetans.
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 08: Trek back to Syabrubesi: 5 hrs
After breakfast, we trek down to Syabrubensi, about 5 hours walk. Enjoy the easy trail mostly downhill through lush green vegetation. Arriving Syabrubesi, we take our lunch.
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 09: Transfer to KTM
After breakfast we drive back to Kathmandu. Arriving Kathmandu, transfer to your hotel. Spend the day leisurely or catch up on some last minute shopping or explore any sights you missed during your first day in Kathmandu. To celebrate the successful completion of our journey, we will have a farewell dinner in the evening.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 10: Tripe conclude Departure transfer
We are saying good bye to the mountains as journey in Nepal comes to an end today! There is nothing to do but trade emails with travel companions and organize the photos. If you have more time you can do some shopping or sightseeing. Approximately 3 hours before the scheduled flight a representative from Himalayan Glacier Trekking will take you to the airport. On your way home you'll have plenty of time to plan your next adventure in the wonderful country of Nepal.
Meals: Breakfast
What is Included
-All airport/hotel transfers
-3 nights in a deluxe-star hotel in Kathmandu
-Welcome and farewell dinner
-All accommodation and meals during the trek
-A full day sightseeing tour in Kathmandu valley including tour guide and entrance fees
-Normal bus transportation (Kathmandu-Syabrubesi-Kathmandu)
-An experienced English-speaking trek leader (trekking guide), assistant trek leader (4 trekkers: 1 assistant guide) and Sherpa porters to carry luggage (2 trekkers: 1 porter) including their salary, ----insurance, equipment, flight, food and lodging
-Down jacket, four seasonal sleeping bag, NTP Tourism Trekking duffel bag, t-shirt, and trekking map (down jacket and sleeping bag are to be returned after trip completion)
-All necessary paper work and permits (National park permit, TIMS)
-A comprehensive medical kit
-All government and local taxes
What is Not Included
-Nepal Visa fee (bring small denomination cash USD and two passport photographs)
-Private vehicle (Kathmandu-Syabrubesi-Kathmandu) (USD 400 for each jeep)
-Lunch and evening meals in Kathmandu (and also in the case of early return from the mountain than the scheduled itinerary
-Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, and early -return from the mountain (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary
-Travel and rescue insurance
-Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or boiled water, shower etc)
-Tips for guides and porters
