Itinerary
- Day 1
Arrival in Kathmandu
You'll arrive at Kathmandu International Airport where someone meets you for the drive to your hotel. After settling in, take the rest of the day to recover from your flight and get oriented.
- Start point
- त्रिभुवन अन्तर्राष्ट्रिय विमानस्थल, त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal (Airport pick up )
- Day 2
Kathmandu
This day focuses on Kathmandu's major religious and historical sites with a local guide. You'll walk through Pashupatinath, Boudhanath, Swayambhunath, and Kathmandu Durbar Square, all UNESCO World Heritage locations that show the city's cultural depth.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided sightseeing tour of Pashupatinath
- Guided sightseeing tour of Boudhanath
- Guided sightseeing tour of Swayambhunath
- Guided sightseeing tour of Kathmandu Durbar Square
Landmarks Pashupatinath Boudhanath Swayambhunath Kathmandu Durbar Square - Day 3
Kathmandu to Soti Khola
The drive along Prithvi Highway takes you through rice fields, waterfalls, and rural villages toward Arughat Bazaar. From there, a shared jeep carries you to Soti Khola where you'll spend the night and prepare for trekking to start tomorrow.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Day 4
Soti Khola to Machha Khola Trek
Trekking begins on narrow rocky trails alongside Budhi Gandaki, including sections affected by landslides. You'll pass through Liding and Lapubesi, cross several suspension bridges over tropical terrain, then reach Machha Khola where you camp for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Day 5
Machha Khola to Jagat Trek
The trek continues on narrow paths between the river and steep cliffs to reach Tatopani with its natural hot springs. After passing through Dobhan, Syaule Bhatti, and Yaru with views of Budhi Gandaki's waterfalls, you arrive at Jagat.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Day 6
Jagat to Deng Trek
Walking along the riverbed, you climb over rocky sections to Salleri where Shringi Himal comes into view. The route descends to Sirdibas, crosses a suspension bridge, and climbs to Philim and Ekle Bhatti where a gorge with pine trees spreads below before dropping to Deng.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Landmarks Shringi Himal - Day 7
Deng to Namrung Trek
Moving to the east bank, you ascend to Rana and pass the trail to Bihi before traversing in and out of several gorges. After crossing Serang Khola and climbing sharply, you reach Namrung, a compact village with lodges and restaurants.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Day 8
Namrung to Samagaon Trek
Trekking through compressed forest from Lho, you pass Sho and walk through villages shaped by Tibetan Buddhism with many monasteries and prayer flags. Following the slope that drains Pungen Glacier leads you to Samagaon by evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Day 9
Samagaon Acclimatization Day
Today is a rest day for acclimatization. You can walk around to Birendra Lake and Pung Gyen Gumba at a relaxed pace. The Manaslu range fills the horizon, with the main peak Mt. Manaslu at 8163m dominating the views.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Exploration of Birendra Lake
- Exploration of Pung Gyen Gumba
Landmarks Birendra Lake Pung Gyen Gumba Mt. Manaslu - Day 10
Samagaon to Samdo Trek
Leaving from Samagaon's northern end, you walk slowly along the smaller Budhi Gandaki River through pasture lands. The trek toward Samdo offers continuous views of Manaslu, Samdo, and Pangboche Himal ranges throughout the day.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Day 11
Samdo to Dharmasala Trek
Descending from Samdo, you cross the reduced Budhi Gandaki on a wide trail and pass the route toward Tibet. Climbing left through juniper forest where marmots roam, you cross two gorges on narrow tracks before reaching Dharmasala stone hut.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Day 12
Dharmasala to Bimthang Trek
Climbing gradually behind Dharmasala alongside Larke Glacier's moraine, you pass four frozen lakes before making the final push to Larkya-La Pass at 5160m marked with prayer flags. From this vantage point, peaks like Himlung, Annapurna II, and Kang Guru surround you before descending on loose gravel to Bimthang.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Landmarks Larkya-La Pass Himlung Annapurna II Kang Guru Larke Glacier - Day 13
Bimthang to Tal Trek
You trek south crossing Thonje and its gumba, then follow Dudh Khola toward Dharapani for a brief rest. After that, the walk toward Karte begins a gradual descent crossing Kawale Chhahare River to reach Tal where you spend the afternoon.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Day 14
Tal to Syange Trek
Walking downstream passes Chamje and Himal Pani before a gentle 30 minute climb and descent to Sanjee. From there, 15 minutes uphill to Ghermu Phant, then easy walking with one 30 minute climb brings you to Syange village.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Day 15
Syange to Kathmandu
After breakfast, a local jeep or bus takes you from Syange with a connecting van drive back to Kathmandu, a lengthy journey. An optional stop in Besisahar allows for a more relaxed pace if preferred. Once in Kathmandu, you can explore the city or rest at your hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Overnight stay in Besisahar (additional cost)
- Day 16
Departure from Kathmandu
On your final morning, breakfast happens at the hotel before you transfer to the airport 3 hours before your flight departs, finishing your trek and tour.
- Meals
- Breakfast
