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Langtang Valley Trek - 11 Days GPO Box: 384, Ward No. 17, Pushpalal Path Khusibun, Nayabazar, Kathmandu, Nepal Tel: +977-01-4388659 E-Mail: [email protected] www.iciclesadventuretreks.com Langtang Valley Trek - 11 Days Trekking around Langtang Valley takes you so close to the Himalayas in comparatively less effort that it seems you are in a dreamland. Langtang valley trek is one of its kind of adventure nearby Kathmandu valley comprising an excellent blend of nature, culture, and Himalayas. What else do you wish for? It’s like a lottery for those who want to see more in fewer days, less money, and fewer challenges. Bingo! You hit it right! A similar thing about Langtang and Kathmandu is that both are valleys, but the difference is Kathmandu is a capital city where you will arrive first. Langtang is on the northern side, quite near to snow-capped Himalayan peaks. This trekking site is one of the popular ones in Nepal, so trekking routes are well developed. The 2015 earthquake spooked it, but now it has been restored because of the willpower of local inhabitants and assistance from the Nepal government. Langtang now again has plenty of local teahouses, and other services targeted at trekking tourists. Recently Langtang Marathon event was also conducted, which will now be organized annually to promote local tourism. The major highlight of this trip is the final destination, the Kyangjin Ri (4350m), or if you think you are tough, then hike further up to Cherko Ri (5000+m) for excellent Himalayan views of Langtang Lirung, Yala Peak, Langtang 2 and other surrounding peaks along with tumbling glaciers. Now that’s somewhere that you want to go, right? So, how to get there? There is no domestic flight to get here. It is about a 6 to 7 hours bus/jeep drive from Kathmandu, you can reach the starting point of this trek at Syabrubesi. Then you hike for 5 to 6 days at the Langtang region and zoom back to Kathmandu on the vehicle. Local Tamang and Sherpa communities will welcome you with their heart, and I am damn sure you will start missing the place as soon as you complete this exciting Langtang valley trekking adventure. If you have few more days, there are plenty of options to make it more interesting by taking another route on the trek back instead of trekking back the same route. FINALLY, IS LANGTANG VALLEY TREK FOR YOU? Hello yes! It is for you—this 11 days of the trek is suitable for anyone seeking short trekking because of their busy schedule. Any human with two legs and normal health who can walk 5-6 hours a day can complete this trekking. You don’t even need gravity to fall in love with the amazing Langtang valley. To know further about this trekking, you can check the Langtang valley trek itinerary below. GPO Box: 384, Ward No. 17, Pushpalal Path Khusibun, Nayabazar, Kathmandu, Nepal Tel: +977-01-4388659 E-Mail: [email protected] www.iciclesadventuretreks.com PRICE INCLUDES Airport and hotel transfers as per itinerary in private vehicle Three nights’ twin sharing accommodation with breakfast in 3-star category hotel in Kathmandu Guided sightseeing tour in Kathmandu including temple/monument entry fees and private vehicle Full board meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) during the trek Twin sharing accommodation in best available teahouse/lodge during the trek Staff– one professional, knowledgeable and friendly English speaking trekking leader along with assistant guide (6 trekkers : 1 assistant guide) and porters (2 trekkers : 1 porter) including their food, accommodation, salary, equipment, transportation, and accidental insurance Ground transportations from Kathmandu – Syabrubensi– Kathmandu transfers by private Jeep Duffle bag, sleeping bag, and down jacket for use during the trek Icicles Adventure T – shirt, trekking map and trip achievement certificate First aid medical kit TIMS, trekking permit All government taxes & office service charge PRICE EXCLUDES Nepal visa arrangement (more on Nepal Visa Information) International airfares Travel and rescue insurance Added night/s accommodation in Kathmandu and also because of early arrival, delayed departure, early return from mountain (due to any cause) than the programmed itinerary Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu (and also in the case of early return from mountain than the programmed itinerary) All kind of drinks (alcoholic, hot, or cold) Personal expenses such as phone calls, bar bills, laundry, battery recharge, bottle or boiled water, hot shower, extra porters, etc) Personal equipments and clothing Private car/jeep for Kathmandu-Syabrubensi-Kathmandu transfer if requested Tips for guides and porters (tip is expected but not mandatory) GPO Box: 384, Ward No. 17, Pushpalal Path Khusibun, Nayabazar, Kathmandu, Nepal Tel: +977-01-4388659 E-Mail: [email protected] www.iciclesadventuretreks.com ITINERARY IN DETAIL Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu (1300m/4265ft) All planning and preparations finally is going to happen and you must be excited to join our Langtang Valley Trekking adventure as you approach Tribhuwan International airport today. After your arrival at the airport, complete your visa and custom formalities and you will be met by our one of the office representative at arrival terminals outside airport holding a display card with your name printed on it. Enjoy a comfortable transfer to your respective hotel and you will be assisted in checking in too by our staff. Later enjoy free time until the end of the day. Day 2: Sightseeing around culturally affluent Kathmandu valley After breakfast, we will be met by our tour guide and he shall take you around major UNESCO world heritage sites around Kathmandu valley. These sites are Patan Durbar Square, Swayambhunath Stupa, Pashupatinath Temple, and Boudhanath Stupa. After completion of the sightseeing program, we have a brief pre-trip meeting at our hotel. We will be introduced to our trekking guide and other trekking companions. Later after meeting if needed you might stroll around Thamel market to pick up any lacking gear. We pack and be ready for the Langtang Trekking that will start tomorrow. Included Meal: B Day 3: Drive to Syabrubensi (1462m/4796ft): 6-7 hours drive Trek to Langtang valley begins after we take a private jeep drive from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi. This drive consists of many offroad segments; however, mountainous views, greenery, and frequent stops for interactions/food at local sites will help not get bored. We drive through the bank of Trisuli river, terraced farmlands, and get views of Ganesh Himal. The city surrounding gradually changes into village and remote areas and as we cross Dhunche. Upon reaching Syabrubesi, we check in to our guesthouse and can stroll around Syabrubensi town. We stay overnight at a local guesthouse in Syabrubesi. Included Meal: B, L, D Day 4: Trek to Lama Hotel (2500m/8202ft): 5 hours trek The trek begins today after breakfast. We walk crossing Bhote Koshi river and Langtang Khola. We have gradual ascend to a place known as Bamboo. We walk carefully while we walk across the landslide-prone area. Most of the lunch sites are next to the riverside; here we shall have our lunch at Ramche and further push ourselves to Lama Hotel. This Langtang valley trek gives us a wonderful opportunity to spot rare flora, fauna and most probably we could see red pandas, langur monkeys. Overnight in a teahouse.Included Meal: B, L, D Day 5: Trek to Mundu (3430m/11253ft): 5-6 hours GPO Box: 384, Ward No. 17, Pushpalal Path Khusibun, Nayabazar, Kathmandu, Nepal Tel: +977-01-4388659 E-Mail: [email protected] www.iciclesadventuretreks.com The route then follows the most affected site by 2015 earthquake. The whole Langtang village was destroyed by the disaster. Now, however, Langtang Village is reconstructed and we can see tea houses in operation. We shall stay at Langtang village to take an extra step to walk a little further towards Mundu village and stop there for today. From mani stone walls to excellent views of Langtang Lirung, Changbu, and Kinshung peak is visible. Therefore because of the more spectacular views than from Langtang village, we prefer to stay here tonight at teahouse. Included Meal: B, L, D Day 6: Trek to Kyangjin Gompa (3798m/12460ft): 4-5 hours Leaving behind Mundu, we push ourselves towards Kyangjin Gompa. Walk from Mundu to Kyangjin Gompa is just 2 hours of gradual ascend via beautiful grazing lands, crossing small river streams over wooden bridge. There used to be a cheese factory here which is now not in operation and famous monastery over here is also under reconstruction. Upon reaching Kyangjin Gompa, you might go further to Kyanjin Ri hike today. It depends upon your interest and stamina. I.e., you can do Mundu to Kyangjin Ri (4300m/14107ft) and return to Kyangjin gompa today. Or else simply arrive at Kyangjin Gompa today and plan for Kyangjin Ri or Cherko Ri hike for the next day. We stay at a guesthouse in Kyangin Gompa today. Included Meal: B, L, D Day 7: Hike Kyangjin Ri (4300m/14107 ft) or Cherko Ri (4984m /16351ft): 5-7 hours Kyangjin Gompa can be compared to Gorakshep during Everest base camp trek. As we extend to either Kalapatthar or EBC and return to Gorakshep for night halt. We hike up to Kyangin ri or Cherku ri and return to Kyangin gompa for overnight stay during Langtang valley trek. Gorakshep is more remote and at a higher altitude, however. Among a couple of side trip options, we have Cherko Ri hike, Kyangjin Ri Hike, or Langtang Glacier hike. Most people prefer to hike to Kyangjin Ri. Some people do both Kyangjin Ri and Cherko Ri. Both from the top offers amazing Himalayan sceneries. Cherko Ri hike takes longer time (6-7 hours), hence we will take packed lunch.
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