7 Days Langtang Valley Trekking in Nepal from Kathmandu

The Langtang Valley is part of Langtang National Park and is the third most popular trekking destination in Nepal. The Langtang Valley’s small size and Sherpa culture in the shadow of the beautiful snowcapped peaks of the Langtang Mountain Range has made this place popular with visitors for years. This is a short trek which won’t short you on mountain views as well as fascinating local culture. 

The Langtang Valley has been called by visitors the “Little Switzerland of Nepal” because of its similarities to the beauty of Switzerland. The lush, green farms of the Langtang Valley is surrounded by the high snowcapped peaks of the Himalayas. Beautiful waterfalls and delicate wildflowers dot the trails while the crisp Himalayan air touches the senses. The skies are as blue as the snowcapped peaks stand in sharp contrast to the expansive beauty of the Langtang Mountains.

Itinerary

Day 1: TRAVEL TO SYABRU BESI (Elev. 1460 m/4,790 ft)

Stop At: Langtang Valley, Langtang National Park Nepal
The fun begins when you leave Kathmandu and head north to SyabruBesi, the gateway to Langtang National Park. We quickly leave the noise and traffic of Kathmandu behind as we cross the hills of Shivapuri and find ourselves in green farmland. The trip northward passes through beautiful villages. It takes about 9 hrs drive by local bus.
Duration: 9 hours

Meals included:
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight at Lodge.

Day 2: TREK TO LAMA HOTEL (Elev. 2600 m/8,530 ft)

Stop At: Langtang Valley, 123 Ba, Langtang National Park 44600 Nepal
The trek begins right after a good, hearty breakfast. We cross the Bhote Koshi River and following along the Langtang River, entering Langtang National Park. We are trekking toward the rising sun as we make our way through wonderful jungles of rhododendron, bamboo, and pine. All along the way, we behold outcroppings that reveal the beauty of the Langtang Mountains.
Duration: 5 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight at the Teahouse.

Day 3: TREK TO KYANJIN GOMBA (Elev. 3870 m/12,697 ft)

Stop At: Langtang Valley, Langtang National Park Nepal
We are definitely leaving the forests behind as we climb above the tree line to see the majestic peaks of the Langtang Range. We can definitely look down into the lush green valley below. This land is inhabited by the Sherpa people whose lives are spent in the world’s highest elevations. All around us are colorful wildflowers as we pass through quaint villages with their stone buildings.
Duration: 4 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight at the Teahouse.

Day 4: HIKE TO CHERKHURI PEAK (Elev. 4984 m/16,352 ft)

Stop At: Langtang Valley, 123 Ba, Langtang National Park 44600 Nepal
We leave our backpacks behind as we take a day hike to the top of Cherkhuri Peak. A trekking peak, it affords the most magnificent view of the High Himalayas. It’s a rather easy climb, taking about 1 ½ hour to reach the top. And what a view! Here you see all the Langtang mountains in all of their spectacular glory. Look down at the Langtang Valley’s rich green valley below us. Look north toward Tibet. See amazing glaciers as well as snowcapped peaks. It is the richest of experiences here in Langtang!
Duration: 4 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight at the Teahouse.

Day 5: RETURN TO LAMA HOTEL (Elev. 2600 m/8,530 ft)

Stop At: Langtang Valley, Langtang National Park Nepal
Today, after breakfast, we will start to walk downhill back to Lama Hotel. We enter the dense forests again, but the beauty of the snowcapped peaks still visible in the open spaces. We never do lose sight of the alpine beauty while enjoying wonderful waterfalls and wild animals of the jungle.
Duration: 6 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight at the Teahouse.

Day 6: RETURN TO SYABRU BESI (Elev. 1460 m/4,790 ft)

Stop At: Langtang Valley, 123 Ba, Langtang National Park 44600 Nepal
It’s downhill all the way back to SyabruBesi. We begin our return journey today and it goes quickly as we skip down the trail. We’ll no doubt see deer and maybe some monkeys. It takes around 5 hours to reach SyabruBesi where we check back into our hotel.
Duration: 5 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight at the Lodge.

Day 7: RETURN TO KATHMANDU

Stop At: Thamel, Kathmandu 44600 Nepal
We board our bus and make our way back to Kathmandu. The bus winds along the country roads as we look upon the mountain beauty. We leave the Langtang Mountains behind as we cross rivers and go past farms until we cross the Shivapuri Mountains and enter the Kathmandu Valley. The end of a perfect trek.
Duration: 9 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
Accommodation included: No Accommodation included in the city.