Itinerary

1. Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,300m / 4,300ft)

   • Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu.

   • Meet your representative and transfer to your hotel.

   • Attend a pre-trek briefing with your guide and check trekking gear.

2. Day 2: Drive to Soti Khola and Trek to Machha Khola (900m / 2,950ft)

   • Depart Kathmandu early and drive to Soti Khola (approximately 6–7 hours).

   • Begin a short trek and walk to Machha Khola.

   Overnight in a local teahouse.

3. Day 3: Trek from Machha Khola to Jagat (1,300m / 4,300ft)

   • Follow the Budhi Gandaki River along narrow trails.

   • Pass through Khorlabesi and Tatopani (natural hot spring).

   • Reach Jagat, a beautiful Tamang village with stone houses.

4. Day 4: Trek from Jagat to Chisopani (3,010m / 9,875ft)

   • Ascend through lush forests and cross multiple suspension bridges.

   • Pass Salleri and Sirdibas before reaching Philim village.

   • Continue on to Chisopani and enjoy panoramic views of the valley.

5. Day 5: Trek from Chisopani to Chumling (2,400m / 7,870ft)

   • Enter the Tsum Valley and experience a shift in culture and landscape.

   • Descend to the river and cross a long suspension bridge.

   • Reach Chumling, a picturesque village with traditional stone houses.

6. Day 6: Trek from Chumling to Chhokang Paro (3,500m / 11,483ft)

   • Cross several suspension bridges and pass through pine forests.

   • Ascend to the twin villages of Chhokang and Paro.

   • Enjoy stunning views of Ganesh Himal and experience local hospitality.

7. Day 7: Trek from Chhokang Paro to Nile (3,360m / 11,024ft)

   • Trek along the upper Tsum Valley, passing several mani walls and chortens.

   • Visit small hamlets like Lamagaon and Rachen Gompa on the way.

   • Arrive at Nile, a remote village near the Tibetan border.

8. Day 8: Trek from Nile to Mu Gompa (3,700m / 12,140ft)

   • Ascend further to Mu Gompa, the highest point of the trek.

   • Visit Mu Monastery, one of the most important in the region.

   • Explore the surrounding meditation caves and dry landscapes.

9. Day 9: Trek from Mu Gompa to Rachen Gompa (3,240m / 10,630ft)

   • Descend to Rachen Gompa, a large nunnery with beautiful murals.

   • Learn about Buddhist practices and interact with the nuns.

   • Enjoy views of the Shringi Himal range.

10. Day 10: Trek from Rachen Gompa to Chisopani

    • Retrace your steps through Chhokang Paro and Chumling.

    • Descend gradually while enjoying different angles of the Tsum Valley.

    • Arrive in Chisopani for overnight rest.

11. Day 11: Trek from Chisopani to Jagat

    • Continue descending along forested paths and through small villages.

    • Cross rivers and terraced fields.

    • Reach Jagat and relax in this charming hill settlement.

12. Day 12: Trek to Talche, Drive to Khorlabesi, then Kathmandu

    • Trek to Talche in the early morning.

    • Drive from Talche to Khorlabesi, then transfer to Kathmandu by private vehicle (approximately 4–5 hours).

    • Check in to your hotel and unwind after the long journey.

13. Day 13: Explore Kathmandu

    • Spend the day at leisure or join a guided cultural tour.

    • Visit UNESCO World Heritage Sites such as Swayambhunath, Pashupatinath, and Boudhanath.

    • Enjoy a farewell dinner at a traditional Nepali restaurant.

14. Day 14: Final Departure

    • Transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport for your onward flight.

    • Depart with unforgettable memories of the Tsum Valley.