Langtang Trek

An immersive full-day sightseeing tour of Kathmandu Valley.

Visit Pashupatinath, one of the most important holy sites for the Hindu religion. The temple is situated on the bank of the sacred Bagmati River and is believed to date back to 400 BC. The area encompasses 518 temples, buildings, and holy structures. The main temple is designed as a pagoda structure dedicated to Lord Shiva and is open only to Hindus; non-Hindus may only observe from the terraces across the Bagmati River to the east.
The area also includes a temple, dedicated to Guhyeshwari, a goddess in the form of a silver-plated waterhole, covered by a silver Kalash (auspicious water jar). Legend has it that a part of Sati Devi’s dead corpse fell, and Shakti Peeths came to life. The temple is also considered a sacred place for performing cremation ceremonies, as Hindus believe that a cremation from here will be secure a reborn as a human in their next life.

Visit Patan Durbar Square, also known as the city of artisans. The area is home to some of the finest artisans of Kathmandu Valley, who have preserved the cultural and ancient techniques of art and craft, such as wood, wax, painting and metal work. The former Royal Palace of Patan has been converted into a museum to display the unique crafts. Apart from the museum, Patan includes Hiranya Varna Mahavihar (Golden Temple), Golden Window, and Mahabouddha Temple and many other unique cultural attractions.

Visit Kathmandu Durbar Square, an old royal courtyard with over fifty temples, including the temple of the titular deity, Taleju Bhawani.
The Durbar has two courtyards; an inner section consisting of Hanuman Dhoka and the main palace. Some floors of the main palace have been converted into a museum dedicated to display the three generations of Shah kings of Nepal and also showcases some ornaments from the medieval periods. Thus, the palace is also known as “the Museum of Temples”.
The outer courtyards have a Kasthamandap (was a three-storied public shelter), Kumari Ghar (which houses the Goddess Kumari), and a Shiva-Parvati Temple. The outer courtyards also have an abundance of handicraft shops, and a nearby Bazar and locals markets.

After an early breakfast drive to Khanjim, a small village in the Langtang National Park. The road leads for 2 hours along winding valleys and through villages to reach Syabru Besi. From Syabru Besi take an uphill offroad to reach Khanjim.

*NOTE: From Day 3 to Day 9, the accommodation will be in a simple lodge with basic and limited facilities.

Enjoy a breakfast with a view, before starting on the ascending trail through pines and oaks forests. The trail flattens with the Himalayas strung along the horizon until the lunch stop at Shepragaon. After lunch, continue walking along the ridge and follow the downhill trail for about 2.5 hrs until reaching Lama Hotel. Enjoy the remaining day at leisure.

The stone-paved path leads through a remote forest with occasional glimpses of Langtang Lirung. After 2 hours, you will reach small Riverside village. From here, continue walking and cross a suspension bridge followed by a small wooden bridge that will lead to a steep uphill path. Once you reach the end of the hill, the trail emerges from the forest, to expansive views of the Himalayan range.

Once you reach Ghode Tabela, continue along the ascending path as the valley widens, passing a few temporary settlements used by herders who bring their livestock to graze in the high pastures during summer.

The path then leads you to Langtang valley, where you pass the old Langtang Village, a melancholy reminder of the 2015 earthquake which left the Langtang Village in shambles. Reach the new Langtang Village settlement, where you will spend your night.

Today is a short and easy hike, with a short steep uphill trail until reaching the villages of Mundu and Singdum. Traverse the open fields until Kanjin Monastery. Have a filling lunch, and explore the mountain village and nearby monastery and cheese factory.

Optional: Choose to take the 2.5 hrs. hike to a small hydropower point, that offers impressive views of Langtang Lirung and Langtang Lirung glacier.

A day to explore the region with 2 day hiking options.

OPTION I – Kanjin Ri Peak Hike
Trek Duration: approx. 4-5 hrs
Altitude: 4,773 m
Leave early morning, for optimal clear weather conditions to Kyanjin Ri. The hilltop viewpoint offers a 360-degree panoramic view of the Langtang peaks.

OPTION II – Tsergo Ri Hike
Trek Duration: approx. 6 hrs
Altitude: 4,995 m

This is ideal for those seeking more extreme and exciting trekking experiences. The trail crosses a stream before a steep ascend to be rewarded by mesmerizing views of mountain peaks – Tesrgo Peak(5,749m), Yala Peak (5,500 m), Ghanna (5,995 m).

NOTE: This trail is not recommended during winter due to heavy snow.

Start descending and retrace the path back to Lama hotel.

Follow the downhill path through oak and rhododendron forests and pass through the villages of Bamboo and Phare village. Upon arrival at Syabru Beshi spend your remaining day at leisure.

After a leisurely breakfast, drive back to Kathmandu.

Enjoy the day at your leisure. Relax with a 45-minute complimentary foot massage in Kathmandu.
This additional day in Kathmandu is recommended to avoid missing your international flight, due to the unpredictable weather in the mountain region and the domestic flight might be cancelled due to bad weather.

Optional add-on: Full Day sightseeing tour of Kathmandu and Patan Durbar Square, the ancient city inside the Kathmandu Valley.
Optional add-on: Day trip to visit Monastery in Pharping.
Optional add-on: Rock climbing in Pharping.
Optional add-on: Day trip to Changu Narayan temple.
Optional add-on: Day trip to Kritipur (a Newari styled area in Kathmandu)

Transfer to the airport for your final departure.