Bhutan, India, Nepal · Trekking

11-Day Langtang Valley Trek from Kathmandu with Tserko Ri Sunrise

11 Days Round trip from Kathmandu 44600 Hard pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Visit the sacred Pashupati Nath Temple in Kathmandu
  • 02 Enjoy beautiful mountain sunrise views from Tserko Ri
  • 03 Spot wildlife in Langtang National Park
  • 04 Trek through traditional Tamang villages and yak pastures
  • 05 Explore Kyanjin Gompa and its famous government-operated cheese factory

Hike in the Langtang region, only a few hours' drive from Kathmandu, on one of the most popular trekking routes for those seeking a short Himalayan trek from the capital. This journey takes you from Kathmandu through Langtang Khola and Langtang National Park to Kyanjin Gompa, with a final ascent to Tserko Ri for beautiful mountain sunrise views. Along the way, enjoy Himalayan panoramas, traditional villages, yak pastures, and the cultural highlights of Kathmandu Valley before tracing your path back to Kathmandu.

Start early for beautiful, once-in-a-lifetime mountain sunrise views from Tserko Ri.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 11 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Hard
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Kathmandu, Langtang, Langtang National Park
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Kathmandu and Trip Briefing

  • Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, meet our representative, and head to the hotel for check-in and refreshments.

  • Later in the evening, join a small briefing on the trip ahead.

Overnight at the hotel.

2
Day 02

Kathmandu Sightseeing and Trek Preparation

  • Move out for sightseeing after breakfast, then embark on a guided tour to the valley's major historical, cultural, and spiritual attractions. Marvel at the historic Durbar Square, the sacred Hindu temple of Pashupati Nath, the famous

3
Day 03

Drive to Syabrubesi via Himalayan Views

  • Start early for a long road journey of 7 to 8 hours to Syabrubesi, the trek's starting point. Travel through small pristine villages and terraced hills on the banks of the Trishuli River, and enjoy enchanting panoramas of the Himalayas, including the Annapurnas, Manaslu, Ganesh Himal, and the peaks of the Langtang region.

Overnight at Lodge.

4
Day 04

Trek Through Forests to Lama Hotel

  • After a hearty breakfast, embark on the trek by traversing the ridge on Syabru Besi's main road and soon reach Ghopcha Khola.

  • Trek through terraced fields and dense forest with various plant species such as oak, maple, alder, and bamboo. Along the way, spot yellow-throated martin, wild boar, langur monkey, red panda, and Himalayan black bear.

  • Cross to the north bank of the Langtang Khola amid spectacular vistas of cascading waterfalls and arrive in the scrub oak forest. On reaching 2470 meters, arrive at Lama Hotel, where you conclude the trek for the day.

Overnight at Lodge.

5
Day 05

Ascend to Langtang Village

  • After breakfast, continue the trek ascending above the Langtang Khola. As the trail progresses, it becomes steeper, and you get to see the exotic sight of Langtang Lirung rising to 7246 meters.

  • Follow the trail to a log bridge and, after climbing further, reach the lush meadows of Ghora Tabela at 3000 m. The area has several lodges and a police check post.

  • Continue into a wide valley of yak pastures and scattered Tamang villages with water-driven mills and prayer wheels. Finally, after reaching a height of 3500 meters and crossing a stream, arrive at Langtang village. Langtang village is the headquarters of Langtang National Park and features flat-roofed Tibetan-style houses, hotels, and cultivated lands yielding buckwheat, potatoes, wheat, turnips, barley, and more.

Overnight at Lodge.

6
Day 06

Trek to Kyanjin Gompa

  • Skirt through rich yak pastures and the interesting traditional villages from Muna to Singdun. Cross a wooden cantilever bridge and reach a wide valley after climbing a moraine.

  • Ascending the mountain passes, arrive at Kyanjin Gompa, where there is a small monastery and a government-operated cheese factory famous for producing cheese and curd products. Today's trek is short, allowing you enough time to acclimatize and explore the surroundings.

Overnight at Lodge.

7
Day 07

Sunrise Hike to Tserko Ri

  • Start early for beautiful, once-in-a-lifetime mountain sunrise views from Tserko Ri. The hike takes approximately 4 to 5 hours at a leisurely pace.

Overnight at Lodge.

8
Day 08

Trek Back to Lama Hotel

  • After breakfast, retrace your steps back to Lama Hotel. Descend gradually through lush forest vegetation along the river banks, passing small Tamang communities and villages en route.

Overnight at Lodge.

9
Day 09

Return Trek to Syabrubesi

  • After breakfast, proceed downhill to Syabrubesi through lush vegetation while catching some fantastic last views of the Himalayas. Take your time and enjoy nature at its best. Lunch will be served at Syabrubesi, and the rest of the day can be spent strolling around this small settlement.

Overnight at Lodge.

10
Day 10

Drive Back to Kathmandu and Farewell Dinner

  • As this fascinating and incredible journey concludes, take a short hike down to the Melamchi Pul (bridge) Bazaar.

  • Catch transport back to Kathmandu and be part of a farewell dinner hosted on completion of the trek.

Overnight in Hotel.

11
Day 11

Departure from Kathmandu

  • Bid adieu to an incredible journey in Nepal. Our representative will drive you to the airport in time for your flight back home. We ensure that you leave Nepal cherishing an incredible sojourn and an experience of a lifetime. If you have time and interest, you can extend your stay and take optional treks to other areas of Nepal, Tibet, Bhutan, Darjeeling, or Sikkim, or enjoy other activities in Nepal such as whitewater rafting or a wildlife safari.

Tserko Ri sunrise, Kyanjin Gompa, Langtang Lirung peaks, Kathmandu Durbar Square

Where this trip takes you

Tserko Ri sunrise, Kyanjin Gompa, Langtang Lirung peaks, Kathmandu Durbar Square

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Kathmandu 44600 3 cities · 11 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Arrival and departure transfers

  • Accommodation in Kathmandu in a twin-sharing room with breakfast

  • Accommodation in a teahouse/lodge with all meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) during the trek

  • Sightseeing tour in Kathmandu Valley, including a tour guide and entrance fees

  • Kathmandu-Syabrubesi-Kathmandu transfer by private transport

  • All required support crew, including an experienced leader (guide) and porters to carry luggage

  • All necessary paperwork and permits (National Park permit and TIMS)

  • All government and local taxes

What's Not Included

  • Meals in Kathmandu

  • Nepal entry visa fee

  • Your travel insurance

  • Insurance for any loss and damage

  • Rescue and evacuation service

  • Extra tea and coffee before or after a meal

  • Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottled drinks, etc.)

  • Tips for guide and porters

  • Any additional cost due to unforeseen circumstances

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Kathmandu, Nepal
Tour start
Kathmandu 44600, Nepal
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 11 days finish where they began, in Kathmandu 44600.

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