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Langtang, Nepal / Trek

Langtang Valley

Follow the Langtang Khola through forest and villages to Kyanjin Gompa, with time for local exploration.

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A stupa in the Langtang valley
A stupa in the Langtang valley.
Duration
12 daysOutline programme
Optional Kyanjin Ri viewpoint
4,773 mRoute objective
Season
Spring and autumnAsk for current dates
Experience
Moderate to challenging trekTrek

A closer look at the journey.

Langtang Valley combines a road approach from Kathmandu with a gradual walk into the mountains above Syabrubesi. The trail follows the Langtang Khola through forest to Lama Hotel, then reaches the more open country around Langtang village and Kyanjin Gompa. Mountain walls, grazing ground and village life remain close to the route.

A day based at Kyanjin Gompa allows a local walk without moving the overnight camp or lodge. A higher viewpoint such as Kyanjin Ri can be discussed with the guide, depending on the group and conditions. The programme returns through the lower valley, with spare Kathmandu time before onward travel rather than treating the road journey as an afterthought.

  • The Langtang Khola forest approach
  • Langtang village and Kyanjin Gompa
  • A flexible local exploration day

The route, day by day.

This is an outline programme. The team will confirm the route and arrangements with you, allowing for weather, access and local conditions.

Day 1Arrive in Kathmandu

Begin the programme with your arrival connection and time to settle in. Meet the local team to review the journey ahead.

Day 2Kathmandu Valley sightseeing

Spend the day on the planned local visits, with walking and travel arranged around access and your interests.

Day 3Drive to Syabrubesi via Dhunche

Continue the agreed road or onward travel stage, with stops and the overnight location coordinated locally.

Day 4Syabrubesi to Lama Hotel

Follow the walking route from Syabrubesi to Lama Hotel. Overnight arrangements follow the agreed programme.

Day 5Lama Hotel to Langtang village

Follow the walking route from Lama Hotel to Langtang village. Overnight arrangements follow the agreed programme.

Day 6Langtang to Kyanjin Gompa

Follow the walking route from Langtang to Kyanjin Gompa. Overnight arrangements follow the agreed programme.

Day 7Explore around Kyanjin Gompa

Discuss a local valley walk or optional higher viewpoint with your guide.

Day 8Return to Lama Hotel

Continue the planned walking stage, with breaks and the overnight stop arranged around the route and conditions.

Day 9Walk out toward Dhunche

Continue the planned walking stage, with breaks and the overnight stop arranged around the route and conditions.

Day 10Drive to Kathmandu

Continue the agreed road or onward travel stage, with stops and the overnight location coordinated locally.

Day 11Kathmandu: flexible day

Keep this day available for local exploration or adjustments to the preceding travel stages.

Day 12Depart Kathmandu

Complete the programme with the agreed departure transfer and onward travel arrangements.

A clear plan and quotation.

Request an itemised quotation for your group, dates and preferred level of support. Agree the inclusions before booking travel.

Services to discuss

  • Local guiding and mountain support arrangements
  • City and mountain accommodation, equipment and meal plan
  • Ground travel and any domestic flights shown in the agreed programme
  • Local access and trip arrangements required for the route

Budget separately

  • International travel and connections outside the agreed programme
  • Personal travel insurance and personal equipment
  • Drinks, personal purchases and optional activities
  • Tips and changes requested beyond the agreed programme

Before you set out.

Previous multi-day walking experience and preparation for consecutive mountain days are useful. Discuss the altitude, terrain and pass requirements with the team.

Accommodation: Hotels on the travel stages, with mountain lodges or camps as agreed for the walking route.

Use the trip preparation guide to plan equipment, travel documents and questions for the team.

Can the daily walking plan change?

Yes. Weather, trail conditions and the group's pace can affect individual stages. Agree the overall route and any important alternatives with the team.

Are higher viewpoint walks compulsory?

No. The exploration day around Kyanjin Gompa is planned with your guide. Higher viewpoints depend on the conditions and the group.

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