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8 Days Langtang Valley Short Trekking Tour From Kathmandu

  • Tour Category

    Group Tour

  • Tour Types

    Nature, Trekking, Sightseeing

  • Duration

    8 Days

  • Activity Level

    Medium

  • Language

    English

Description

Enthral on this walking trail of Nepal as you cross rhododendron forests, walk downhill, climb steep trails and cross long bridges over rivers. Drive along the winding roads and enjoy the majestic views of Manaslu, Annapurna, and Ganesh Himal. On the way, visit the Kyangin Gompa, holy rocks, chortens, prayer flags. Hike to the local cheese factories where you can taste the mouthwatering local cheese. Watch the glaciers of Langtang Lirung and enjoy the majestic views of the Himalayas once you reach your destination.

Highlights
  • Enjoy the majestic views of Manaslu, Annapurna, and Ganesh Himal
  • Hike to the local cheese factories and taste the delicious local cheese
  • Explore the Buddhist shrine in the Kyangjin Gompa
  • Pass through Mani walls, prayer flags, and holy rocks with carvings
  • Hike up to watch the glaciers of Langtang Lirung
  • Day 1: Kathmandu to Syabru Besi expand_more

    • Start your day with an early morning drive from Kathmandu to Syabru Besi.

    • After 6-7 hours of drive, reach Syabru Besi at an elevation of 1550 meters which is also the official point from where treks to the Langtang region begin. 

    • Drive along the winding roads and enjoy the majestic views of Manaslu, Annapurna, and Ganesh Himal to reach the small village of Syabru Besi. 

    Spend the night in Syabru Besi. 

  • Day 2: Syabru to Lama Hotel expand_more

    • Have breakfast in Syabru Besi.

    • Start with your trek through oak and rhododendron forests with many ups and downs till you reach Langtang Khola. 

    • After crossing the river over a bridge, climb a steep trail that leads to Lama Hotel. 

    Spend the night at an elevation of 2380 meters.

  • Day 3: Lama Hotel to Langtang Village expand_more

    • Today, your trail starts from the Lama Hotel.

    • On the way, enjoy the mountain views and the waterfalls. 

    • Langtang range slowly comes into view as you reach Ghoda Tabela which translates to horse stables. 

    • From here, make a gradual climb as you see yaks grazing in the fields. 

    • Finally, reach the traditional village of Langtang. The mountains look more imposing and majestic as you get closer. 

    Spend the night here at an elevation of 3500 meters.

  • Day 4: Langtang Village to Kyangjin expand_more

    • Start the day's trek. It is short and easy and helps with acclimatization as you cross the 3000 meters mark. 

    • Pass through Mani walls, chortens, prayer flags, and holy rocks with carvings on our way today. 

    • Reach the valley after 4 hours of trekking which has a lot of unique features to explore.

    • Start the afternoon hike to the local cheese factories where you can buy and taste the mouthwatering local cheese. 

    • Explore the Buddhist shrine in the Kyangjin Gompa that has huge religious value.  Explore other treasures of the beautiful valley at the lap of Langtang Lirung.

    Spend the night at an elevation of 3800 meters.

  • Day 5: Kyangjin Rest Day expand_more

    • Today take some rest & explore the destination of the trek. 

    • Walk up to the moraine to watch the glaciers of Langtang Lirung. 

    • If you are feeling adventurous, climb the Kyangjin RI, the highest point of the trek at an elevation of 4350 meters. 

    • After reaching the top, you will be blessed with panoramic views of Langtang peaks.

  • Day 6: Kyangjin to Lama Hotel expand_more

    • Have an early morning breakfast.

    • Start your trek that traces your way back to Lama Hotel. The trek is mostly downhill, and enjoy the Himalayan vistas. 

    Spend the night in Lama Hotel at 2748 meters.

  • Day 7; Lama Hotel to Syabru Besi expand_more

    • Today retrace your steps back to Syabru Besi, which is mostly descending.

    • Enjoy the Himalayan views for one last time.

    Spend the night in Syabru Besi at 2000 meters.

  • Day 8: Syabru Besi to Kathmandu expand_more

    • Take a local bus or a private vehicle to Kathmandu that will take around 8 hours.

    Spend the night in Kathmandu.

What's Included

  • Airports pick up and drop by private car/van/bus

  • Standard meals (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) during the trekking

  • Ground transportation from Kathmandu to Syabru Bensi and Syabru Besi to Kathmandu

  • All accommodation in lodges/tea houses during the treks

  • An experienced, helpful and friendly guide, porters (1 porter for 2 peoples)

  • Salary, food, drinks, accommodation, transportation, and insurance for the Nepali guide and porter

  • Arrangement of emergency helicopter service which will be paid by your travel insurance company

  • Langtang National Park permits

  • Trekker's Information Management System (TIMS) card fees

  • Duffle bag, if necessary

  • Farewell dinner in a typical Nepali Restaurant with a cultural dance show

  • All government taxes, vat, official expenses & service charges

What's Excluded

  • Nepal entry visa fee (you may easily be issued the visa with 2 passport size photos, upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport - Kathmandu)

  • Your travel insurance

  • Food while you are in Kathmandu

  • All alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks

  • Tipping (expected by guides and porters, but not mandatory)

Know before you go

  • A passport copy is required to make a permit.

  • Traveller pickup is offered.

  • If you are staying in another hotel, please let your Kathmandu guide know beforehand.

Meeting Point

Kathmandu, Nepal

Cancellation Policy

For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -

Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price Details
Adult
1 To 4 USD 800 Per Person

This is a group tour

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USD 800 / person