Itinerary
- Day 1
Kathmandu
You'll arrive in Kathmandu and get transferred to your hotel. Take time to settle in, rest from your journey, and get oriented to the city. This is a good opportunity to grab a meal and prepare for the trek ahead.
Landmarks Kathmandu - Day 2
Kathmandu to Sole Bazaar
Head out from Kathmandu early and drive toward Sole Bazaar via Betrawati. The drive takes about 7 hours and you'll gain elevation gradually, reaching around 650m/2,133 feet. You'll arrive at Sole Bazaar by evening and stay overnight there.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Landmarks Sole Bazaar Betrawati - Day 3
Sole Bazaar to Satdobate
Your trek starts from Sole Bazaar today. You'll walk for about 5 hours heading to Satdobate, which sits at 1250m/4,101 feet. The trail winds through local villages and forest terrain. You'll reach your campsite by afternoon.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Sole Bazaar to Satdobate
Landmarks Satdobate - Day 4
Satdobate to Balche
Trek from Satdobate toward Balche over 5 hours. The elevation climbs to 1930m/6,331 feet as you move deeper into the foothills. You'll pass through varied landscape and the altitude starts becoming noticeable. Camp for the night at Balche.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Satdobate to Balche
Landmarks Balche - Day 5
Balche to Gonga
This is a longer day with about 7 hours of trekking from Balche to Gonga. You'll gain significant elevation, reaching 2910m/9,547 feet. The air gets cooler and the views start opening up. Early start helps you arrive with daylight to spare.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Balche to Gonga
Landmarks Gonga - Day 6
Gonga to Rupchet Kharka
Trek from Gonga toward Rupchet Kharka over 5 hours. You'll climb to 3634m/11,923 feet, where altitude effects might start kicking in. The terrain becomes more alpine and you'll likely see rhododendron forests. Stay at Rupchet Kharka overnight.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Gonga to Rupchet Kharka
Landmarks Rupchet Kharka - Day 7
Rupchet Kharka to Mangchet Kharka
A 7-hour trek from Rupchet Kharka to Mangchet Kharka, passing over Singla Top. This is a longer day with elevation changes that keep things interesting. You'll experience high altitude conditions and possibly strong winds at the pass. Settle in at Mangchet Kharka.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Rupchet Kharka to Mangchet Kharka via Singla Top
Landmarks Singla Top Mangchet Kharka - Day 8
Mangchet Kharka to Pangsang Bhanjyang
Trek from Mangchet Kharka to Pangsang Bhanjyang over 7 hours. The trail continues through alpine terrain with changing landscapes. By evening you'll reach Pangsang Bhanjyang and can rest after another full day of walking.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Mangchet Kharka to Pangsang Bhanjyang
Landmarks Pangsang Bhanjyang - Day 9
Pangsang La Danda
This morning you'll do a trek and climb to the Pangsang La Danda summit and return to Pangsang Bhanjyang, taking about 3 hours total. It's a relatively short day that lets you summit a peak without leaving your camp. You'll have afternoon free to recover.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek and climb to Pangsang La Danda
- Return trek to Pangsang Bhanjyang
Landmarks Pangsang La Danda - Day 10
Pangsang Bhanjyang to Chalise
Head out from Pangsang Bhanjyang and trek to Chalise over 7 hours. You'll descend from the high elevations and pass through different vegetation zones. The trail becomes more forested as you drop down. Camp at Chalise overnight.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Pangsang Bhanjyang to Chalise
Landmarks Chalise - Day 11
Chalise to Hindung
Trek from Chalise to Hindung, about 5 hours of walking. The elevation is decreasing as you move toward lower terrain. You'll walk through forest and local settlements. Reach Hindung by afternoon.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Chalise to Hindung
Landmarks Hindung - Day 12
Hindung to Rajgang Kharka
Another 5 and a half hour trek from Hindung takes you to Rajgang Kharka. The trail continues through forested areas with various streams and valleys. You'll camp at Rajgang Kharka for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Hindung to Rajgang Kharka
Landmarks Rajgang Kharka - Day 13
Rajgang Kharka to Ganesh Himal Base Camp
Trek from Rajgang Kharka to Kalo Seto Kunda, also called Black and White Lake at Ganesh Himal Base Camp. This 6-hour trek is rewarding as you reach the base camp. The lake is a natural feature that marks your destination.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Rajgang Kharka to Ganesh Himal Base Camp
Landmarks Kalo Seto Kunda Ganesh Himal Base Camp - Day 14
Ganesh Himal Base Camp
You have a rest day here at Ganesh Himal Base Camp. Use the time to recover from the trek, do laundry, write in your journal, or just relax. This break helps with acclimatization if you're feeling altitude effects.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Rest day at base camp
Landmarks Ganesh Himal Base Camp - Day 15
Ganesh Himal Base Camp to Rajgang Kharka
Trek back from Ganesh Himal Base Camp toward Rajgang Kharka over 6 hours. You're retracing part of your route now. The descent is generally easier on the legs than climbing was. You'll camp again at Rajgang Kharka.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Ganesh Himal Base Camp to Rajgang Kharka
Landmarks Rajgang Kharka - Day 16
Rajgang Kharka to Chalise
From Rajgang Kharka, trek to Chalise at 2000m/6,562 feet. The 6-hour trek takes you back through familiar territory. You're getting closer to lower elevations and will camp at Chalise.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Rajgang Kharka to Chalise
Landmarks Chalise - Day 17
Chalise to Laba Village
Trek from Chalise to Laba village at 1750m/5,741 feet over 6 hours. The terrain is gradually getting lower and greener. Local villages appear more frequently along the trail. You'll stay in or near Laba village.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Chalise to Laba village
Landmarks Laba Village - Day 18
Laba Village to Manyang Bhanjyang
From Laba village, trek to Manyang Bhanjyang at 2934m/9,627 feet in about 5 hours. There's elevation gain again, but you're getting toward the final stretch of your trek. Camp at Manyang Bhanjyang.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Laba village to Manyang Bhanjyang
Landmarks Manyang Bhanjyang - Day 19
Manyang Bhanjyang to Majhgaun
Trek from Manyang Bhanjyang to Majhgaun at 2200m/7,218 feet takes 6 hours. You're descending again toward lower elevation. The landscape shifts as you drop. Stay overnight at Majhgaun.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Manyang Bhanjyang to Majhgaun
Landmarks Majhgaun - Day 20
Majhgaun to Budathum
Trek from Majhgaun to Budathum over about 5 hours. You're getting closer to the end of your trek and the terrain is noticeably lower. Forest surrounds the trail and settlements become more common.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Majhgaun to Budathum
Landmarks Budathum - Day 21
Budathum to Arughat Bazaar
The final trek day goes from Budathum to Arughat Bazaar at 500m/1,640 feet. Only 2 hours of walking, so you'll finish early. This marks the end of your trekking portion. Rest at Arughat Bazaar or head somewhere nearby.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Budathum to Arughat Bazaar
Landmarks Arughat Bazaar 
- Day 22
Arughat Bazaar to Kathmandu
Drive from Arughat Bazaar back to Kathmandu by bus, about 8 to 9 hours. It's a long day of travel so start early. The journey takes you back through the foothills and down to the valley. You'll arrive in Kathmandu by evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Landmarks Kathmandu 
- Day 23
Kathmandu
You have an extra day in Kathmandu for shopping and exploring. Check out local markets for souvenirs, visit temples you might have missed, or just wander the city. Use this time to buy gifts or rest before flying out.
Optional Activities
- Souvenir shopping in Kathmandu
- Sightseeing in Kathmandu
Landmarks Kathmandu - Day 24
Kathmandu
Transfer to Kathmandu airport for your final departure. Depending on flight times, you may leave early morning or mid-day. Pack everything the night before so the transfer goes smoothly.
Landmarks Kathmandu
