From Kathmandu: 11-Day Langtang Valley Trek with Porter
ID: GYG365355-654260
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Country: Nepal
Description
Trek the Langtang Valley on an amazing route filled with mountain views and impressive scenic landscapes. Join your guide and porter to experience the Langtang National Park, a unique climate characterized by steep valleys and a lower elevation.
Day 01: Kathmandu (1,320m)
Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) where you will be received by a representative and transferred to the hotel. Overnight stay at 3-star hotel.
Day 2 : Kathmandu to Syabru Bensi (2,581m)
Take an early drive from Kathmandu to Syabru Bensi via Dhunche (1,966m). Drive through scenic foothills and ridgeline vistas to Dhunche. The first part of the drive up to Trishuli Bazar is quite smooth. Syabru Bensi is a beautiful village stretched out along the ridgeline and is the starting point of your trek. Overnight stay in Syabru Bensi at a teahouse lodge.
Day 3: Syabru Bensi to Lama Hotel (2,470m)
Trek from Syabru Bensi to Lama Hotel (2,470m). The trail goes along the ridge of Syabru Bensi’s main street, drops to the Ghopche Khola (2,050m), and then to Pairo (1,810m). From this point, the trail goes to Rimche (2,400m) through Bamboo (1,960m) and finally ends at Lama Hotel. Along the way, you may see red pandas, monkeys, and bears. Overnight stay at teahouse lodge.
Day 4: Lama Hotel to Langtang Village (3,430m)
After having lunch at Lama Hotel, trek to Langtang village (3,430m) via Ghore Tabela (3,000m) which takes about 6 hours. See the grazing grounds of yak on the way where local people bring their livestock in the high pastures during the summer months. Pay a short visit to a monastery before reaching the destination of Langtang village. Overnight stay at teahouse lodge.
Day 5: Langtang Village to Kyanjin Gompa (3,870m)
Trek from Langtang Village to Kyanjin Gompa (3,870m). It takes about 3 hours to reach the destination. Overnight stay at teahouse lodge.
Day 6: Kyanjin Gompa Excursion Day
Acclimatize at Kyanjin Gompa and go for an excursion to utilize your time. Walk up the moraine to see the spectacular icefalls and tumbling glaciers of Langtang Lirung, or ascend Kyanjin Ri (4350m). Overnight stay at teahouse lodge.
Day 7: Kyanjin Gompa to Lama Hotel (2,470m)
From Kyanjin Gompa, have lunch at Ghora Tabela then trek the steep descent to Lama Hotel. Overnight stay at teahouse lodge.
Day 8: Lama Hotel to Sybru Bensi (1,460m)
Trek from Lama Hotel to Sybru Bensi (1,460m). Along the way, see red pandas, monkeys, and various species of bird. You may also be fortunate to experience the rich culture of the Tamang people and see how they weave clothes. Overnight stay at teahouse lodge.
Day 9: Syabru Bensi to Kathmandu (1,320m)
Drive back to Kathmandu from Syabru Bensi, passing through the rural settlements on the way back to the hotel. Overnight stay at 3-star hotel.
Day 10: Sightseeing in Kathmandu
Enjoy sightseeing in Kathmandu, including Swayambhunath Stupa, Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa, and Patan Durbar Square. Overnight stay at 3-star hotel.
Day 11: Transfer to Kathmandu Airport
You’ll be dropped off at Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) where the tour will officially end.
Highlights
- Trek the Langtang Valley with a professional guide and porter
- Experience Nepal’s incredible scenery including the Valley of Glaciers
- Enjoy accommodation and transport throughout the tour
- Feel the spiritual and cultural richness of the Nepalese people
- See Kathmandu on a guided sightseeing tour of the city
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• You will need to collect a visa upon arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu. You will require 2 passport-size photos
• You will require a moderate level of fitness and stamina to participate on the trek
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
You are required to bring and wear a mask
You must fill out a travel information form
You must present either proof of full vaccination, proof of a Covid-19 infection in the past 3 months, or a negative test taken no more than 24 hours before the activity starts
All participants over 12 years old must present one of the following: proof of full vaccination, proof of first vaccination administered at least 22 days ago, proof of a Covid-19 infection in the past 6 months, or a negative PCR test taken no more than 48 hours before the activity starts
Masks are optional for this activity
All participants who are 12 years and older must present a Reinforced Green Pass that is valid in the EU and has a verifiable QR code. Reinforced Green Passes can only be obtained by uploading either proof of full vaccination or proof of a Covid-19 infection within the last 6 months to either the Green Pass or Covid Certificate app
Masks are required while indoors
At the arrivals terminal of Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. Your guide will waiting with a sign stating your name.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
