Day 1 - Arrival in Kathmandu

Day 2 - Half Day Cultural Sightseeing in Kathmandu

Day 3 - Drive to Sundarijal(1463m/ 1hour) and trekking to Chisapani(2194m/4hours)

Day 4 - Trek from Chisopani to Kutumsang (2471m/6hours)Kutumsang, a village in Langtang region of Nepal, where the office of the Langtang National Park is located.

Day 5 - Trek from Kutumsang to Thadepati (3600m/5hours)

Day 6 - Trek from Thadepati to Tarke Gyang (2550m/6 - 7hours)Tarke Gyang, a village in the Langtang region of Nepal characterized by cluttered houses and congested cobbled lanes.

Day 7 - Excursion day in Tarke Gyang; Hike to Amayangry Hill (3080m/4hours)

Day 8 - Trek from Tarke Gyang to Sermathang (2693m/5hours)Sermathang

Day 9 - Trek from Sermathang to Melamchi Pul Bazar (846m/6hours) and drive from Melamchi Pul Bazar to Kathmandu (1400m/5hours)

Day 10 - Final departureTribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu, Nepal.

Day 1 - Arrival in Kathmandu :

Today is your arrival day. We welcome you upon your arrival at Kathmandu’s Tribhuvan International Airport. Transfer to Hotel in Kathmandu. Prior to the activities, arrange a meeting with your guide for briefing about the necessary formalities on your tour and trek program. Depending upon your arrival time you may spend free time visiting nearby historic/Countryside areas.

Day 2 - Half Day Cultural Sightseeing in Kathmandu :

Meet your culture guide for Half day sightseeing in Kathmandu World Heritage sights. Explore UNESCO enlisted Hindu and Buddhist temples, observe age old Newari architectures, friendly people; their culture and lifestyle. Our Trek Leader/Guide meets you in the afternoon for the trek briefing and for the final trek preparation. In the evening sample a delicious traditional Nepali Welcome dinner in authentic Nepali Restaurant with the cultural dances that represents different customs and music instruments of Nepal. Private vehicle is there for you to pick up and drop in Hotel with our staff. Overnight in Kathmandu.

Day 3 - Drive to Sundarijal(1463m/ 1hour) and trekking to Chisapani(2194m/4hours) :

It is time to buckle up for first day’s walk from Sundarijal to Chisapani. After an hour’s drive to Sundarijal, the foot of Shivapuri Hill, the trek commences with a steep climb above a huge water pipe (that supplies drinking water to Kathmandu) to the entry check post of the Shivapuri National Park. The ascent continues up the hill, through the forest until we arrive at a dam. From here, the trails then takes a fairly steep gradient and meets a dirt trail, which brings us to at the village of “Mulkharka”. From this Tamang dominated village, we can witness a wonderful view of the Kathmandu valley underneath. Putting up with the arduous climb, we pass by an abandoned hospital and a helipad and enter a funky rhododendron forest to reach the top of the pass, at Borlang Bhanjang (2440m). It takes us about 1.5 hours to get to the top of the pass from Sundarijal. From here, it is a soothing downhill walk through the beautiful forests of Oak and Rhododendrons, towards Chisopani, which literally means “cold water” in Nepali. This village does not look attractive to be honest, but offers superb mountain views. Overnight at teahouse in Chisopani; breakfast, lunch and dinner included.

Day 4 - Trek from Chisopani to Kutumsang (2471m/6hours)Kutumsang, a village in Langtang region of Nepal, where the office of the Langtang National Park is located. :

Leaving the wide track, we drop down into the valley through a curvy dirt trail and then turn left to catch another dirt trail, which brings us to Pati Bhanjyang. From here, we head north on a spacious route, roughly cut into the hillside and then ascent to a small chorten at the Sherpa village of Thakuni. The trail then takes us steeply up, past a lodge and then deviates right along the stone steps towards the village of Chipling. We now make a gentle ascent through the fields and small a forest to arrive at a trail junction. We embark on the middle track and climb up past a series of stone huts to the settlement Lapchu Danda. Enjoying the views of the surrounding peaks (provided that the day is clear, we drop down through the rhododendron forests and join a wide route, which takes us to the Tamang village of “Thotung”. From here, we descend for about half an hour to arrive at yet another Tamang village called “Golphu Bhanjyang”. Our trek now becomes steeper and enticingly scenic at the same time. We ascend a hill towards a small saddle and follow a stream gully. The path again climbs over a crumbly rock to the bungalow style Kutumsang Guest House. From here, we further climb to the lawn of the Dragon Lodge, embellished with fluttering prayer flags. The ascent continues to a small pass at 2580 m, from where the trail passes below a scary granite cliff and then winds down through the boulder-strewn meadow, occupied with grazing cows. Listening to the tinkling small bells hung to the necks of those cattle, we eventually arrive at the settlement of Kutumsang. There is Langtang National Park Office here and an entry fee of NRs. 1,000 is mandatory for all foreign nationals. Overnight at teahouse in Kutumsang; breakfast, lunch and dinner included.

Day 5 - Trek from Kutumsang to Thadepati (3600m/5hours) :

The trek resumes heading north across a big white chorten, towards a towering ridge in the distance. The trail then goes in and out of the rhododendron forest, alongside the isolated farms. We climb up the “Yuri Danda Ridge” noticing the peaks of Langtang and Gosaikunda gradually hooding up. This long strenuous climb of about 3 hrs, continues until we hit the summit of the “Mere Danda” (3510m). Surprisingly, on this route that seems to have gobbled up all our energy, we might encounter the local people walking with ridiculous ease, carrying mammoth loads of bamboo. The gradient now shows mercy on us as the trail drops down to an absolutely scenic village of “Magin Goth”, dotted with an array of comfy lodges. We push ourselves further up the steep route, through the dense pine forest, passing by several chortens and dismantled huts for about 2 hours, until we arrive at the settlement of Thadepati. It has been a tiring walk so far, but if you are not bogged down with this drudgery, we can try a steep path that goes above the village to a hilltop draped with prayer flags. This vantage point offers fabulous view of the Lantang Himalayas. Overnight at teahouse in Thadepati; breakfast, lunch and dinner included.

Day 6 - Trek from Thadepati to Tarke Gyang (2550m/6 - 7hours)Tarke Gyang, a village in the Langtang region of Nepal characterized by cluttered houses and congested cobbled lanes. :

Ascent up the east side of the valley, which brings us to the village of Nakote. There is a large We begin our trek heading east from Thadepati, descending a ridge through the pine forest; mind you, the views are not that promising, no mountains at all!! Our route now transforms to a water-logged cattle track and descends leftwards. We cross a log bridge and then follow the north bank through the rhododendron forests, only to descend past the chortens and meadows dotted with dismantled huts. The trail now takes a nose dive and continues through the forest and many small hamlets, until we arrive at a considerably bigger settlement of Melamchi Gyang. There is a large renovated Gompa in the center of the village, which contains the statues of a renowned Buddhist figures cum the spiritual leaders, “Guru Rinpoche”, Sakyamuni and Chenresig. From the gompa, the trail drops steeply into the forest, passing by an array of imposing chortens, until we arrive at a trail junction. We follow the smaller grassy trail down to a suspension bridge and then take an immediate gompa here with a flagstone courtyard and an enigmatic stone column with carved human faces. From here, we move ahead towards another large yellow and white chorten. The trail now goes up the hill; the steep gradient continues past the several small hamlets with Mani walls and chortens. Finally, a meticulous climb on the slippery log steps gets us to the vicinity of Tarke Gyang. Characterized by the cluttered houses and congested cobbled lanes, Tarke Gyang epitomizes the typical high-altitude village of Mustang. Overnight at teahouse in Tarke Gyang; breakfast, lunch and dinner included. Day 07: Excursion day in Tarke Gyang; Hike to Amayangry Hill (3080m/4hours) Amayangry Hill (3080m), a vantage point in the Langtang region of Nepal that offers fantastic views of the Langtang Lirung (7234m) and Mt. Kanchenjunga (8586m). Hitting the summit of this chorten-topped peak is a 3 to 4 hours’ of exhausting climb, through the pine and rhododendron forests. The hill has a holy significance as it is regarded as an abode of a deity believed to be the custodian of the valley and its inhabitants. From the top of the hill, one can relish the mind-boggling views of Langtang Lirung to the north and Mt. Kanchenjunga to the west. After this enticing indulgence, we hike back to Tarke Gyang. We can explore the huge square “Gyang” monastery here. This is the oldest monastery of Helambu region and it is from this monastery that the village happens to get its name, Tarke Gyang. Overnight at teahouse in Tarke Gyang; breakfast, lunch and dinner included.

Day 7 - Excursion day in Tarke Gyang; Hike to Amayangry Hill (3080m/4hours) :

Amayangry Hill (3080m), a vantage point in the Langtang region of Nepal that offers fantastic views of the Langtang Lirung (7234m) and Mt. Kanchenjunga (8586m). Hitting the summit of this chorten-topped peak is a 3 to 4 hours’ of exhausting climb, through the pine and rhododendron forests. The hill has a holy significance as it is regarded as an abode of a deity believed to be the custodian of the valley and its inhabitants. From the top of the hill, one can relish the mind-boggling views of Langtang Lirung to the north and Mt. Kanchenjunga to the west. After this enticing indulgence, we hike back to Tarke Gyang. We can explore the huge square “Gyang” monastery here. This is the oldest monastery of Helambu region and it is from this monastery that the village happens to get its name, Tarke Gyang. Overnight at teahouse in Tarke Gyang; breakfast, lunch and dinner included.

Day 8 - Trek from Tarke Gyang to Sermathang (2693m/5hours)Sermathang :

, one of the former popular trekkers' stop in the Helambu region of Nepal. We take the upper path by the “Tarke Gyang Hotel” and walk through the Buddhist settlements of “Seti Gyang” and “Gyangyul” until we finally arrive at the village of Sermathang. There are three large gompas and several well-facilitated lodges here. Sermathang was once a favored trekkers’ stop in the Helambu Circuit, but owing to the operation of a new road along the Melamchi Valley, the village has been left quite stranded. Overnight at teahouse in Sermathang; breakfast, lunch and dinner included.

Day 9 - Trek from Sermathang to Melamchi Pul Bazar (846m/6hours) and drive from Melamchi Pul Bazar to Kathmandu (1400m/5hours) :

. On this last day of our trek, we take on the teasing ascents and descents along the dusty trail; we continue pushing ourselves forward, following an undulating ridge through the pine forests, passing by an array of teashops. The route now descends to” Kakani”, the last Sherpa settlement we come across on this trip. Eventually, we wind up trekking. We have our private car waiting for us. You may rejuvenile yourself a cup of tea or coffee before we hit to Kathmandu. It is about 5 hours drive to your hotel in Kathmandu. You can fancy of an hour therapy massage at hotel to reward your muscle and limbs for last seven deays of incessant walk. We can book it in advance as we head to Kathmandu. In the evening Nepal Trek Ways will host a farewell dinner program featuring a range of traditional Nepali cuisines and an enticing cultural show. Enjoy to the fullest, make this last night in Nepal count!! Overnight at hotel in Kathmandu; breakfast and dinner included.

Day 10 - Final departureTribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu, Nepal. :

A representative from Nepal Trek Ways will escort you to the Tribhuwan International Airport, three hours prior to your flight schedule. As you wave us good bye and enter the terminal block, you would perhaps recall your arrival at this place. No wonder everything seems so familiar now because, you had come here as tourist, but you are going back as a friend! Have a safe flight back home and we look forward to being your travel companion in Nepal again! Trips can always be extended. You can try out some of our other exciting packages like Bungy Jumping, Mountain Biking, Jungle Safari, White Water Rafting, Golfing & Paragliding etc. Please let us know about your desire for trip extension so that we can make the necessary arrangements.

The Trek Cost Includes:

-- International airport pick up drop Transportation

-- Half Day Guided Cultural Sightseeing with private transportation and all heritage site entry fees

-- Comprehensive Trekking Map

-- Authentic Nepali Welcome Dinner

-- All the accommodation and full board meals and hot beverages on the trek

-- Pre and Post Trek deluxe Star Hotel Accomodation in Kathmandu

-- Experienced English speaking Sherpa Guide with porter services

-- Field staff Insurance

-- Dawn Jackets, Sleeping bag, walking poles, duffel bag, facilitiies on Loan during the trek

-- Extensive First aid medical kit

-- Quick Rescue supporting services in case of Emergency

-- Extra snacks services

-- Satellite phone/Communication services in case of Emergency

-- Applicable government Taxes

-- All the managerial and administrative expenses for trekking

-- Drive to/from the trekking point

The Trek Cost excludes:

-- All the personal expenses like Alcoholic beverages, Bottled drinks etc.

-- Medical and Travel Insurances

-- International Airfare and taxes

-- Visa Fees

-- Gratuities/Tips

-- Main Meals in Kathmandu

-- Single Supplementary applies