Langtang Valley Trek
Tour Type
Hiking Mountain
Days Langtang Valley Trek Itinerary
The
Langtang Valley Trek is one of Nepal’s most rewarding trekking routes, offering stunning views of the Himalayas, diverse landscapes, and a deep cultural experience with the Tamang and Tibetan-influenced communities. The trek passes through lush forests, high alpine meadows, and glacial valleys, providing breathtaking scenery at every turn.
Trek Highlights
✔ Stunning views of Langtang Lirung (7,227m), Ganesh Himal, and Dorje Lakpa
✔ Walk through Langtang National Park, home to red pandas and diverse wildlife
✔ Explore Kyanjin Gompa, a beautiful Buddhist monastery
✔ Experience Tamang culture and visit a traditional cheese factory
✔ Optional climb to Kyanjin Ri (4,773m) or Tserko Ri (5,000m) for breathtaking views
Tour Plan
- Arrive in Kathmandu and transfer to your hotel.
- Rest and recover from your journey.
- Explore Thamel, a vibrant tourist hub.
- Overnight in Kathmandu.
- Visit UNESCO World Heritage Sites like Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple), Pashupatinath, and Boudhanath.
- Final preparations for the trek (gear check, permits, etc.).
- Overnight in Kathmandu.
- Scenic drive through winding mountain roads with views of terraced fields and local villages.
- Arrive in Syabrubesi, the starting point of the trek.
- Overnight in a teahouse.
- Trek through forests of oak, rhododendron, and bamboo.
- Cross several suspension bridges over the Langtang River.
- Steady ascent to Lama Hotel.
- Overnight in a teahouse.
- Pass through beautiful landscapes with glimpses of Langtang Lirung (7,227m).
- Walk through the village of Ghoda Tabela, where the valley widens.
- Arrive in Langtang Village, which was rebuilt after the 2015 earthquake.
- Overnight in a teahouse.
- Short but scenic hike through yak pastures and small settlements.
- Explore Kyanjin Gompa, an ancient monastery.
- Option to visit a nearby cheese factory.
- Overnight in a teahouse.
- Optional hike to Kyanjin Ri (4,773m) or Tserko Ri (5,000m) for panoramic Himalayan views.
- Explore the glacier and surrounding landscapes.
- Rest and enjoy the peaceful mountain environment.
- Overnight in a teahouse.
- Descend along the same route, retracing your steps through Langtang Village.
- Overnight in a teahouse at Lama Hotel.
- Continue descending through forests and riverside trails.
- Arrive back in Syabrubesi.
- Overnight in a teahouse.
- Scenic drive back to Kathmandu.
- Rest or enjoy a farewell dinner in Thamel.
- Overnight in Kathmandu.
- Transfer to the airport for your onward journey.
- End of the trek with unforgettable memories!
