Itinerary

1. Day 1: Arrive in Kathmandu (1,400m)

   • Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu.

   • Meet your representative and transfer to your hotel.

   • Attend a pre-trek briefing and complete any necessary preparations.

   • Rest and explore the nearby markets or temples.

   Overnight in Kathmandu.

2. Day 2: Drive from Kathmandu to Soti Khola (710m)

   • Depart Kathmandu by private Jeep or public bus.

   • Enjoy a scenic drive through the Trishuli and Budhi Gandaki river valleys.

   • Pass traditional villages, rice fields, and riverside landscapes.

   • Arrive at Soti Khola in the evening.

   Overnight in a local teahouse.

3. Day 3: Trek from Soti Khola to Machha Khola (900m)

   • Begin your trek with a gentle climb along forested trails.

   • Cross suspension bridges and pass cascading waterfalls.

   • Walk through Gurung and Magar villages.

   • Arrive at Machha Khola by late afternoon.

   Overnight in a teahouse.

4. Day 4: Trek from Machha Khola to Jagat (1,340m)

   • Hike through forested hills and along the river.

   • Cross suspension bridges and rocky ridges.

   • Enter the Manaslu Conservation Area.

   • Reach the village of Jagat, known for its stone-paved streets.

   Overnight in Jagat.

5. Day 5: Trek from Jagat to Deng (1,860m)

   • Continue through small settlements like Salleri and Philim.

   • Walk through bamboo forests and cross the Budhi Gandaki.

   • Catch your first glimpses of Tibetan Buddhist culture.

   • Arrive in Deng, a small but significant village.

   Overnight in Deng.

6. Day 6: Trek from Deng to Namrung (2,630m)

   • Climb steadily through pine and rhododendron forests.

   • Cross multiple river valleys and pass mani walls and chortens.

   • View the stunning Siring Himal along the way.

   • Arrive at Namrung, a traditional village with Tibetan architecture.

   Overnight in Namrung.

7. Day 7: Trek from Namrung to Lho (3,180m)

   • Enter the culturally rich Nubri Valley.

   • Pass through the village of Lihi and Sho.

   • View spectacular panoramas of Manaslu and Ganesh Himal.

   • Visit Ribung Gompa before arriving in Lho.

   Overnight in Lho.

8. Day 8: Trek from Lho to Samagaon (3,530m)

   • Walk through the scenic village of Shyala with panoramic mountain views.

   • Observe glacial rivers and alpine landscapes.

   • Reach Samagaon, the largest village in the region.

   • Begin to notice stronger Tibetan cultural influences.

   Overnight in Samagaon.

9. Day 9: Acclimatization Day in Samagaon

   • Spend the day acclimatizing to the altitude.

   • Choose between a hike to Manaslu Base Camp (4,800m) or Pungyen Gompa.

   • Explore the village and interact with local people.

   • Rest and prepare for higher elevations.

   Overnight in Samagaon.

10. Day 10: Trek from Samagaon to Samdo (3,860m)

    • Climb gradually through alpine meadows and yak pastures.

    • Pass mani walls and ancient chortens.

    • Reach Samdo, located near the Tibetan border.

    • Observe the simple lifestyle of Tibetan-descended locals.

    Overnight in Samdo.

11. Day 11: Acclimatization Day in Samdo

    • Use the day to rest or hike to the Tibet viewpoint.

    • Explore Samdo village and surrounding yak herding settlements.

    • Finalize gear and prepare for crossing the high pass.

    Overnight in Samdo.

12. Day 12: Trek from Samdo to Dharmashala (Larkya Phedi) (4,460m)

    • Trek a short distance at high altitude.

    • Walk past glacier-fed rivers and steep ridges.

    • Arrive at Dharmashala, the last stop before the pass.

    • Rest in a basic shelter and hydrate well.

    Overnight in Dharmashala.

13. Day 13: Cross Larkya La Pass (5,160m) – Trek to Bimthang (3,720m)

    • Start early before sunrise to cross the challenging Larkya La Pass.

    • Enjoy panoramic views of Himlung Himal, Kang Guru, and Annapurna II.

    • Descend through glacial moraine into the Bimthang valley.

    • Celebrate completing the trek’s highest and most scenic section.

    Overnight in Bimthang.

14. Day 14: Trek from Bimthang to Dharapani (1,963m)

    • Begin a long descent through rhododendron forests and alpine meadows.

    • Pass villages like Gho and Tilije.

    • Reconnect with the Annapurna Circuit trail.

    • Arrive at the busy trekking junction of Dharapani.

    Overnight in Dharapani.

15. Day 15: Drive from Dharapani to Kathmandu via Besisahar

    • Travel by Jeep from Dharapani to Besisahar, then continue to Kathmandu.

    • Enjoy scenic views of hills, rivers, and rural communities.

    • Arrive in Kathmandu by evening.

    • Transfer to your hotel for rest and relaxation.

    Overnight in Kathmandu.

16. Day 16: Departure from Kathmandu

    • Eat breakfast at your hotel.

    • Transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport for your departure.

    • Fly home or continue to your next destination with memories of the Himalayas.