About This Tour

The Langtang Valley Trek is the closest Himalayan teahouse trek to Kathmandu — a 10-day walk into the Langtang National Park, just north of the Kathmandu Valley. Tamang villages, glacier-fed rivers, alpine meadows, and the dramatic Langtang Lirung (7,234m) make this a deeply rewarding trek without the long flight to Lukla or the high altitude of Annapurna Sanctuary.

Since the 2015 earthquake that devastated Langtang Village, the valley has been carefully rebuilt by its Tamang community. Today, walking the Langtang Valley is both a beautiful trek and a meaningful way to support a community that has worked hard to rebuild its homes, lodges and trail. Our local guides are from the valley itself and were part of the rebuild.

Suitable for moderately fit first-time trekkers, this trip offers Himalayan landscape, Buddhist culture, and a quieter alternative to Everest and Annapurna. The maximum altitude is around 4,300m at Kyanjin Ri, with conservative acclimatization.

Itinerary

Day 1: Drive to Syabrubesi

7-8 hour drive from Kathmandu north to Syabrubesi (1,460m), entry point to Langtang.

Day 2: Syabrubesi to Lama Hotel

5-6 hour walk through forest to Lama Hotel (2,470m).

Day 3: Lama Hotel to Mundu

5-6 hours climbing through pine and rhododendron forest to Mundu (3,440m).

Day 4: Mundu to Kyanjin Gompa

4-5 hours to Kyanjin Gompa (3,870m), a beautiful Buddhist monastery village.

Day 5: Acclimatization at Kyanjin

Climb Kyanjin Ri (4,773m) for 360-degree views, then descend to Kyanjin Gompa.

Day 6: Kyanjin to Lama Hotel

6-7 hour descent.

Day 7: Lama Hotel to Syabrubesi

5-6 hour descent back to Syabrubesi.

Day 8: Syabrubesi to Kathmandu

7-8 hour drive back to Kathmandu.

Day 9: Kathmandu free day

Free for shopping, rest or optional Kathmandu sightseeing.

Day 10: Departure

Transfer to TIA for international departure.

What's Included

• Ground transport Kathmandu to Syabrubesi and back (private vehicle)
• 8 nights teahouse accommodation on trek
• 2 nights hotel in Kathmandu (start and end)
• 3 meals per day on trek
• Licensed Langtang region trekking guide
• Porter (1 porter per 2 trekkers)
• Langtang National Park entry permit
• TIMS Card
• Trip briefing and 24/7 in-country support

What's Not Included

• International flights to and from Nepal
• Nepal visa fees and personal travel insurance (mandatory, must cover trekking)
• Domestic flights unless listed in Included
• Personal trekking gear (sleeping bag, down jacket — rental available in Kathmandu)
• Meals in Kathmandu and Pokhara unless mentioned
• Tips for your guide, porter and support team
• Emergency helicopter rescue (covered by your insurance)
• Personal expenses, drinks and souvenirs

Responsible Travel Notes

• Respect local culture, dress modestly at temples and ask before photographing people
• Avoid single-use plastic — carry a refillable water bottle on tour
• Follow your guide's instructions at heritage sites, monasteries and protected areas
• Support local businesses — buy at family-run shops, eat at local restaurants
• Respect sacred sites and community customs
• Follow Nepal permit and conservation rules in protected areas

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