Itinerary
- Day 1
Kathmandu
Land at Tribhuwan International Airport and get picked up for transfer to your hotel. You'll meet with your guide to go over trekking gear and sort out the necessary permits.
- Start point
- Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal (Tribhtribhuvan international airport, kathmandu )
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Landmarks Tribhuwan International Airport 
- Day 2
Kathmandu
You have the full day to yourself in Kathmandu. Check out temples, stupas, and cultural sites around the city, or just wander at your own pace. By evening, sit down with your trekking guide to finalize equipment and go over final preparations.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Optional Activities
- Visit Pashupatinath Temple (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
- Visit Bouddhanath Stupa (largest Buddhist Stupa)
- Visit Monkey Temple Swayambhunath (built approximately 2000 years ago)
- Visit Patan (city of fine arts)
- Guided sightseeing tour of Kathmandu's UNESCO World Heritage Sites (USD 50 per car)
Landmarks Pashupatinath Temple Bouddhanath Stupa Swayambhunath Temple Patan 
- Day 3
Kathmandu to Bhadrapur to Taplejung
Fly from Kathmandu to Bhadrapur, a 55-minute flight, then catch a local bus heading to Taplejung. You'll spend the night in Taplejung Bazaar.
- Accommodation
- Lodge
- Day 4
Taplejung to Sekathum
Take a jeep from Taplejung to Tapethok, which takes about 3 to 4 hours and passes through the KCAP checkpoint and several villages along the way. After that, you'll trek uphill for roughly two and a half hours to reach Sekathum, where you'll stay in a homestay.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Guesthouse
Included Activities
- Trek from Pembu to Sekathum (approximately 2.5 hours uphill)
Landmarks Pembu Lelop - Day 5
Sekathum to Amjilosa
Trek from Sekathum to Amjilosa over about 5 hours. The walk starts off fairly easy on flat terrain, then gets steeper as you climb toward Amjilosa, a small rural area with tea shops and stores. You'll sleep in a guesthouse.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Guesthouse
Included Activities
- Trek from Sekathum to Amjilosa (approximately 5 hours)
- Day 6
Amjilosa to Gyabla
Head out for a 5 to 6 hour trek to Gyabla through jungle terrain. The settlements you pass have people who follow Buddhist traditions. Guesthouse accommodation again.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Guesthouse
Included Activities
- Trek from Amjilosa to Gyabla (approximately 5-6 hours through jungle)
- Day 7
Gyabla to Ghunsa
Trek to Ghunsa at 3695m takes roughly 6 hours through jungle. You'll pass through native settlements where residents trade with Tibet and head to India during winter for business. Overnight in a guesthouse.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Guesthouse
Included Activities
- Trek from Gyabla to Ghunsa (approximately 6 hours through jungle)
- Day 8
Ghunsa to Khambachen
You'll trek for about 6.5 hours to reach Khambachen at 4099m, a dense settlement with strong Tibetan cultural influences. The local art and architecture reflect Tibetan traditions. Sleep in a guesthouse.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Guesthouse
Included Activities
- Trek from Ghunsa to Khambachen (approximately 6.5 hours)
- Day 9
Khambachen
Rest day in Khambachen where you can walk around and take in the unique cultural and architectural features of this Tibetan-influenced settlement. Stay another night in your guesthouse.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Guesthouse
Included Activities
- Explore Khambachen and surrounding area
- Day 10
Khambachen to Lhonak
Trek through rocky boulder fields along the riverbank, see a waterfall, cross a bridge to Ramtang, walk past small landslides, and eventually reach Lhonak at 4785m. Guesthouse for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Guesthouse
Included Activities
- Trek from Khambachen to Lhonak via rocky terrain and waterfall
Landmarks Ramtang - Day 11
Lhonak to Pangpema to Lhonak
Start early and trek to North Base Camp called Pangpema at 5143m to view the main peak of Kanchenjunga and other major peaks, plus water flowing from the gorge. Trek back down to Lhonak for the night, and you'll get good mountain and yak views on the way.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Guesthouse
Included Activities
- Trek to North Base Camp/Pangpema (5143m) and return
- View Kanchenjunga and surrounding major peaks
Landmarks Kanchenjunga North Base Camp Kanchenjunga - Day 12
Lhonak to Ghunsa
Head down through jungle terrain along the Kambachen River. You'll see mani walls and prayer flags hanging in trees, cross a wooden bridge, and make your way back to Ghunsa.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Guesthouse
Included Activities
- Trek from Lhonak to Ghunsa with descent through jungle
Landmarks Kambachen River - Day 13
Ghunsa to Selele Pass
Climb steeply through rhododendron forests to Tamo La Pass where you'll find prayer flags, then move up to another ridge at 4115m with views of the Ghunsa River and north Kanchenjunga glacier. Keep scrambling with Kanchenjunga west in view. Tea house overnight.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Guesthouse
Included Activities
- Trek from Ghunsa over Tamo La Pass and Mirgin La area to Selele Pass (4043m)
Landmarks Tamo La Pass Mirgin La Pass Ghunsa River - Day 14
Selele Pass to Tsaram
Cross Mirgin La Pass and head up to Sinon La at 4660m and another pass at 4700m. Descend toward Simbhu Khola Valley. If you're interested, there's an optional visit to Ramche Village at 4620m and Yalung glacier south base camp. Sleep at Tsaram at 3870m.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Guesthouse
Included Activities
- Trek from Selele Pass to Tsaram via high passes
Optional Activities
- Visit Ramche Village (4620m) and Yalung glacier south base camp
Landmarks Sinon La Pass Simbhu Khola Valley - Day 15
Tsaram to Ramche
Follow a rocky path along the stream to mani walls with Buddhist prayers, then see the peaks of Rathong at 6678m and Kabru Dome at 6700m at the valley head. Climb along Yalung Glacier moraine to a lake and meadow at Ramche at 5225m where you get great views of Rathong peak. Blue sheep herds are often spotted on the cliffs above. Guesthouse overnight.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Guesthouse
Included Activities
- Trek from Tsaram to Ramche (5225m) along Yalung Glacier moraine
- View mani walls with Buddhist prayers
- View Rathong peak and Kabru Dome
Landmarks Yalung Glacier Rathong Kabru Dome - Day 16
Ramche to Tsaram
Trek back from Ramche to Tsaram taking the same route and enjoying the scenery again. Stay another night at Tsaram.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Guesthouse
Included Activities
- Trek from Ramche to Tsaram (return journey)
- Day 17
Tsaram to Trongden
Follow Simbua Khola down to a campsite at Lamite Bhanjyang. There's a pond nearby at 3410m, which makes for scenic camping, though water can sometimes be hard to find. Overnight at Trongden.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Guesthouse
Included Activities
- Trek from Tsaram to Trongden via Simbua Khola and Lamite Bhanjyang
Landmarks Simbua Khola Lamite Bhanjyang - Day 18
Trongden to Yamphudin
Long hike taking 8 to 9 hours down to Yamphudin at 2090m. The trek starts through jungle with views of landslides, then passes through mixed communities of Limbu, Sherpa, Gurung, and Rai ethnic groups. You'll see rice and corn fields along with villages that have schools and shops. Guesthouse for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Guesthouse
Included Activities
- Trek from Trongden to Yamphudin (approximately 8-9 hours)
- Day 19
Yamphudin to Khebang
Start by descending and crossing Omje Khola to the halfway point, then climb through jungle with cardamom and orchid plants. Pass a small village with thatched roof houses and local shops. Steeply ascend to Khebang Danda and descend to Khebang village where residents follow both Hindu and Buddhist traditions. Sleep in a guesthouse.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Guesthouse
Included Activities
- Trek from Yamphudin to Khebang through jungle with cardamom and orchid plants
Landmarks Omje Khola Khebang Danda - Day 20
Khebang to Hapu Khola
Trail goes down to Jorepul then back up with sections of flat walking mixed in. Cross paddy fields and villages with thatched roof houses. Several villages along the way let you stop for snacks or grab lunch. Overnight at Hapu Khola.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Guesthouse
Included Activities
- Trek from Khebang to Hapu Khola through paddy fields and villages
Landmarks Jorepul - Day 21
Hapu Khola to Ilam Bazaar
After breakfast, get a local jeep from Hapu Khola to Ilam Bazaar. The drive takes 5 to 6 hours. You'll stay overnight in Ilam Bazaar.
- Accommodation
- Guesthouse
- Day 22
Ilam Bazaar to Kathmandu
Fly from Ilam or Bhadrapur back to Kathmandu, arriving the same day. Evening brings a celebratory farewell dinner with a Nepali cultural dance performance.
- Meals
- Dinner (Farewell dinner with Nepali cultural dance)
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Included Activities
- Celebratory farewell dinner with Nepali cultural dance performance
Landmarks Tribhuwan International Airport 
- Day 23
Kathmandu Departure
You'll get transported to the airport for your departure. Thanks for trekking with Adventure Himalayan Travels on this incredible journey through the Kanchenjunga region.
- End point
- Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal (Tribhtribhuvan international airport, kathmandu )
Landmarks Tribhuwan International Airport
