12-day Langtang Valley Trek and Kathmandu Exploration in Nepal

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Hello, future guests to Nepal! 😊 I'm assuming you're looking for a relaxing getaway since you're feeling stressed out from work and life. I'm here to let you know that I have the ideal quick, simple, and exhilarating experience for you—the Langtang Trek! The 8-day Langtang Valley trip is regarded as being of a moderately difficult nature. You will also get the chance to stay an extra 2 to 3 days in the Kathmandu Valley, where you can fully appreciate the region's rich culture and history. You'll get the chance to see UNESCO World Heritage Sites, savor distinctive local cuisine, and experience Holi, the Festival of Colors, just in time. This enhances your whole experience and turns your journey into one you'll never forget. About the trip 📍 A stunning walk that passes through Nepal's Lamtang National Park and the Tamang people, who have historically resided in the area, give an opportunity to explore their culture and way of life through this walk, which is situated just north of Kathmandu. Driving from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi, where the trip begins, is the first step in the journey. Before arriving in the Lamtang Valley, the route continues to weave past small villages, deep woods, and terraced farms. You'll get the chance to witness a wide range of flora and animals along the trip, such as rhododendrons, bamboo, and various birds. The journey from the Lamtang Valley goes on to Kyanjin Gompa, a traditional Tibetan settlement at the foot of a stunning glacier. Before moving on to the higher passes, this is an excellent area to spend a few days acclimatizing to the altitude. Kyanjin Ri, a tiny mountain with expansive views of the entire Lamtang range as well as the Annapurna and Everest ranges in the distance, is one of the trek's highlights. Kyanjin Ri is a steep, difficult climb, but it is well worth it for the vistas you get in return. The trip dips back down to Syabrubesi after reaching Kyanjin Ri, where you may choose to continue exploring the region or take a ride back to Kathmandu. You guys will also be able to take part in Holi, the celebration of colors, love, and the start of spring, the day after returning to Kathmandu. On Holi, people congregate with their loved ones to play color-throwing games, exchange sweets, start bonfires, and attend DJ parties. It's a vibrant and happy celebration when people go around with water cannons and water-filled balloons while dressed in white and covered in colorful powder. You should take advantage of the chance to participate in the festivities and learn about the local culture, but it's vital to remember that during the festival, people are throwing colored powders about and they may get wet from the color splash, so it's necessary to dress appropriately and keep your valuables safe. It's a moderate to difficult hike that calls for good physical condition and previous hiking knowledge. Some persons may get altitude sickness as a result of the altitude rise. It's crucial to take the appropriate safety precautions, such as properly acclimating, remaining hydrated, and moving at a moderate pace. It's vital to keep in mind that while on the journey, you'll be living in teahouses or camping, both of which offer basic lodging, and that the sanitary and hygienic amenities may not meet your expectations. However, it's a component of the whole experience, contributes to the trek's charm, and gives you a personal look at the culture and way of life of the region. What To Pack for Langtang Trekking? - Duffel Bag - Rucksack with Rain Cove Daypack - Hiking Boots - Sandals or Shoes - Hiking Socks - Trekking Poles - Inner Socks - Thermal Baselayer - T-Shirts - Fleece Pullover or Jacket - Light Weight Thermal Tops - Waterproof Jacket - Sports Bra for Her - Hiking Shorts - Hiking Pants - Waterproof Pants Of course, you may bring along and pack extra. Since everyone is unique, they all have various needs. Includes: ✅ Airport Pick up/Drop ✅ Hotel accommodation throughout the Trip ✅ City sightseeing by private vehicle ✅ Meals during the treks (daily three meals and tea/coffees ) ✅ Seasonal fruits and Snacks ✅ First aid medical kit (carried by your leader) ✅ Entry Fees at Heritage Sites Excluded: ❌ International Flights Ticket ❌ Excess baggage charge(s) ❌ Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu due to early arrival, late departure, early return from 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.) ❌ Porters (can be managed if needed) ❌ All the expenses i.e. not mentioned in includes section So are you in? Let's explore authentic rural Nepal, experience guesthouse trekking, and get to witness some of the most stunning mountain panoramas during Langtang valley trekking.
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Trip Itinerary
1

Kathmandu

Day 1-2
Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu and preparation for trekking ! We shall be waiting for you outside the terminal at Kathmandu's Tribhuvan International Airport with a sign welcoming you to our homeland. Then, we will drive you in our own personal vehicle to your comfortable accommodation. After you've had enough rest, we'll meet with you there for the pre-trip. You will meet our team, get a thorough description of your whole program, and have any questions or concerns addressed. We can manage for the missing equipment if you need to purchase/rent any clothing or hiking necessities the following day. Accommodation: Three Star Standard Hotel Meals: Welcome Dinner Altitude: 1,400m
2

Bhaktapur

Day 2-3
Day 2: Bhaktapur's Heritage Walk ! For any traveler to Nepal, a must-see location is Bhaktapur Durbar Square. The Heritage Walk is the ideal approach to discover Bhaktapur's rich history and culture. The tour takes you via the city's historic streets and temples, passing notable landmarks including the Vatsala Temple, the Golden Gate, and the 55 Window Palace. You will gain knowledge about Bhaktapur's unique Newari culture and architecture in addition to witnessing traditional craftspeople at work. You may not only immerse yourself in the past, but you can also learn about the customs and traditions that have been passed down from generation to generation as well as the daily lives of the locals. Accommodation: Three Star Standard Hotel Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Altitude: 1,400m
3

Syabrubeshi Departure Arrival Station

Day 3-4
Day 3: Drive from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi After breakfast, we leave early in the morning and travel to Syabrubesi. We should finish in around eight hours. The Trishuli River's picturesque banks provide us with lovely vistas of valleys, meadows, rivers, and mountains as we travel along them. We will check into the hotel after arriving at our destination, which is at a height of above1450m, and spend the night there. Accommodation: Standard Lodge Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Altitude:1467m Driving: 7/8 hours
4

Lama Hotel

Day 4-5
Day 4: Trekking from Syabrubesi to Lama Hotel After breakfast, you begin your hike across the bridge and up to Old Syabrubeshi settlement. An unassuming stone structure at the village's edge houses the visitor monastery. After there, you take the stone-paved route to the bridge to cross Langtang Khola. Walking beside the creek will bring you to a fork. You choose the straight path even if the right one leads to Thulo Syabru. Through the woodland, there are a few hills and descents. Numerous birds and animals, including as wild boars, langur monkeys, red pandas, and black bears, may be seen in the forest. Crossing a brook on the way to Doman is a wonderful part of the journey. After ascending a difficult slope made of rocks, the route finally reaches Bamboo.As the route leaves Bamboo, it traverses the Dangdung Khola before ascending to a suspension bridge over the Langtang Khola. The trail rises next to several waterfalls on the Langtang Khola's north bank. The ascent continues until Changtang, also known as Lama Hotel, is reached. Overnight at a mountain lodge. Accommodation: Standard Lodge Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Altitude: 2470m Walking: 6/7 hours
5

Langtang Valley

Day 5-6
Day 5: Trekking from Lama Hotel to Langtang village Your ascent today begins gently but quickly gets steeper as you pass through an untamed forest of hemlocks, oaks, maples, and white rhododendrons. You may get your first glimpse of Langtang Lirung mountain through the foliage. You pause at Gumanchok for a time. This is among the trek's most picturesque locations. The trail leads to Ghora Tabela after crossing a brook and climbing sharply. The Nepal Army and a National Park Check post are located here. You continue on the trail past yak fields and a helipad before making a small ascent through rhododendron trees. Now the route enters the glacial Langtang valley. You ascend the hillside above buckwheat, potato, and barley fields to get closer to your lodging.You may enjoy breathtaking views of Langtang Lirung from the resort (6581m). When you go to Langtang village, you should stop by Langtang Gompa, a historic monastery with intricately carved Buddha sculptures. The Langtang National Park's administrative center is located in this town. In a short distance of walking from the village, you may access the park building. Exploring the neighborhood's buildings, which have flat roofs in the Tibetan style and carved wooden windows, is another draw to the Langtang valley. Overnight at a mountain lodge. Accommodation: Standard Lodge Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Altitude: 3430m Walking: 6/7 hours
6

Kyanjin Gompa

Day 6-7
Day 6: Trekking from Langtang Village to Kyanjin Gompa Following the trail through the hamlet after breakfast, you ascend a ridge near a large Chorten. To reach Mundu village, you go over the spectacular Mani wall and cross a stream. Later, the path re-joins the raging river before ascending to Yamphu's yak pastures. On a cement bridge, you next cross a second stream, and after climbing a moraine to reach a vantage point, you can see the Kyanjin Gompa monastery and an icefall falling from Langtang Lirung and its neighboring peaks. The route descends to the substantial collection of lodges below Kyanjin Gompa after you ascend the last ridge. You will first check in at the resort before having lunch.Then you go to tour this lovely region, which is home to the Nyingmapa Monastery School, a 1955 Swiss-founded cheese factory, and pastureland. Overnight at a mountain lodge. Accommodation: Standard Lodge Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Altitude: 3870m Walking: 6/7 hours
7

Kyanjin Ri Peak (4770m)

Day 7-8
Day 7: Hiking to Kyanjin Ri and back to Kyanjin Gompa Early in the morning, our guide leads you on a hike to the adjacent Kyanjin Gompa's Kyanjin Ri. You go on this journey eastward toward Langshisha Karaka. Before ascending, the trail at Yala Kharka traverses stone Goths. You will reach the summit, which is indicated by prayer flags, after three hours of ascent. From here, you may take in breathtaking panoramic views of the whole Langtang Himalayan range, which includes the Ganjala peak, Gyanghempo, Langshisa Ri, Langtang Lirung, and more. After that, you descend Kyanjin Gompa. Overnight at a mountain lodge. Accommodation: Standard Lodge Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Altitude: 4773m Walking: 4/5 hours
8

Lama Hotel

Day 8-9
Day 8: Trekking from Kyanjin Gompa to Lama Hotel After breakfast, you leave Kyanjin Gompa and return through the forest and through streams to Lama Hotel. Along the way, you pass through Langtang hamlet. The trail today descends all the way to the Lama Hotel. Overnight at a mountain lodge. Accommodation: Standard Lodge Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Altitude: 2470m Driving: 7/8 hours
9

Syabrubeshi Departure Arrival Station

Day 9-10
Day 9: Trekking from Lama Hotel to Syabrubesi You continue traveling today along the same route you took yesterday, all the way down to Syabrubesi. Your quest comes to an end once you reach Syabrubesi. At the lodge, stretch your tired legs, enjoy the night with drinks and music and take a healing nap. Overnight at a mountain lodge. Accommodation: Standard Lodge Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Altitude:1467m Driving: 4/5 hours
10

Kathmandu

Day 10-11
Day 10: Drive from Syabrubesi to Kathmandu After breakfast, we travelback to Kathmandu in our private vehicle. You will reach Kathmandu in the afternoon. The rest of the day at leisure/ you can do some souvenirs shopping for your family and friends or do anything you would like and enjoy Nepali cuisines. Accommodation: Three Star Standard Hotel Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Altitude:1400m Driving: 7/8 hours
11

Lalitpur

Day 11-12
Day 11: Lalitpur's and Kathmandu Heritage Walk with Holi ! Visitors are guided through the old streets and temples of Lalitpur and Kathmandu as they experience the walk, which highlights several historical and cultural landmarks including the Krishna Temple in Lalitpur, the Jagat Narayan Temple in Lalitpur, and any missed historical sights in Kathmandu. The Holi festival will also be celebrated, and visitors will be able to observe traditional craftspeople at work and learn about the traditional Newari culture and architecture of both places. In Nepal, the Holi festival is observed with tremendous fervor, and participants enjoy delectable cuisines, singing, dancing, and color-related activities. Visitors visiting both cities may immerse themselves in the walk's rich history and culture, learn about Nepal's traditional customs, and take in the scenery. Given that we have more time, we may also go to the DJ parties in Kathmandu to celebrate the completion of your adventure. Accommodation: Three Star Standard Hotel Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Altitude: 1,400m
12

Kathmandu

Day 12
We'll drop you off to the Kathmandu International Airport so you can catch your flight out of Nepal. Well done for finishing the Langtang trip! We hope that your trip was one to remember, full with breathtaking scenery, fascinating culture, and fresh experiences. We appreciate you choosing to travel with us, and we hope you'll think about coming along on another journey with us in the future. Till then, have a safe trip and be careful!
Trip Summary
Accommodation
Hotel & Camping & Bed & Breakfast & Other
12 days trip
Kathmandu, Bhaktapur & 10 more
Transportation
Car, Trekking
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