Suggested Itinerary: 11 Days

Day 01: Arrival in Nepal (Kathmandu Airport)  (A)
Pick up from airport, rest in hotel. Evening visit to Monkey Temple lies on the hilltop only a kilometer far from Thamel for Kathmandu evening Valley view.

Day 02: Whole day sightseeing in Kathmandu Valley. (A, B)
After breakfast you will have sightseeing tour in Kathmandu Valley. The Valley is cradle of Nepali culture and civilization is the largest valley in the Midlands and certainly the most beautiful. There are seven UNESCO recognized World Heritage Sites within 20 km. Those are: Swayambhu Nath Stupa, Boudha Nath, Bhaktapur City, Changu Narayan Temple, Pashupati Nath Temple, Kathmandu Durbar Square, Patan Durbar Square. Today we arrange you to visit all above Cultural Center. Over night in hotel.

Day 03 Drive from Kathmandu to Syrabrubensi (1467 m.) via Trishuli (Nuwakot):  9 hrs
Day 04 Trek from Syrabrubensi to Gatlang (2238m.) via Goljung:   6hrs
Day 05: Trek from Gatlang to Tatopani (2607m.): 6hrs
Day 06.Trek from Tatopani to Thuman (2338m.) via Nagthali (3165m.): 5hrs
Day 07: Trek from Thuman to Timure (1762m.):  5hrs
Day 08: Trek from Timure to Briddim (2229m.): 5:30hrs
Day 09: Trek from Briddim to Syrabrubensi (1467m.): 3hrs
Day 10: Drive from Syrabrubensi to Kathmandu:  9hrs
Day 11: Transfer to international airport for your final onward destination..

Suggested Itinerary in details : 11 Days

Day 01 Arrive at Kathmandu airport (1348m)
Receive you in Kathmandu International Airport by our representative and transfer to hotel in Kathmandu or Planet Bhaktapur with BB plan.  Short brief about the trekking after refreshment.

Day 02: Full day of sightseeing of Kathmandu valley:
After having Breakfast we take you for the sightseeing tour in Kathmandu Valley including Kathmandu Durbar Square, Monkey Temple, Pashupatinath Temple and Boudhanath Stupa. Overnight at Hotel. B.B

Day 03 Drive from Kathmandu to Syrabrubensi (1467 m.) via Trishuli (Nuwakot):  9 hrs
You stay overnight at hotel in Syrabrubensi. You head north out of Kathmandu driving through scenic foothills and ridgeline vistas to Syrabrubensi passing through Dhunche. While passing along the road at the bank of Trishuli River you catch a glimpse of Ganesh Himal, terraces and green hills. As you pass through Dhunche you feel as if you are heading towards deep land. At the same time, you notice that the road after Betrawati is still under construction.

Day 04 Trek from Syrabrubensi to Gatlang (2238m.) via Goljung:   6hrs
While trekking you experience of the Tamang culture. You can see scenery from view point. This day you walk through village. The cultural show at Goljung and Gatlang makes your trekking a memorable one. Gatlang set high on a hillside among terraced fields is a Tamang settlement. One can visit a Tamang monastery and beautiful Parvati Kunda Lake at Gatlang.   

 Day 05: Trek from Gatlang to Tatopani (2607m.): 6hrs
On the way you enjoy sightseeing of Langtang range and Ganesh Himal. At Tatopani which naturally signifies 'hot water', you can take hot bath in natural hot springs with bathing areas in the lap of the mountains. It is believed that taking a dip into this spring would heal you from your aches and pains.  This day's trekking provides you an opportunity to experience of the Tamang culture.

Day 06.Trek from Tatopani to Thuman (2338m.) via Nagthali (3165m.): 5hrs
You trek via Bimthang. En route you can encounter animals like monkeys and deer. The panoramic view of Langtang, Kerung, Ganesh Himal, Sanjen ranges can be distinctly experienced from Nagthali. Nagthali used to be a popular meditation center for the local monks and priests. Another cultural village Thuman is popular for its Shamanic performances and beautiful view of Langtang. Beautiful view of the mountains can be seen from every house in Thuman.

Day 07: Trek from Thuman to Timure (1762m.):  5hrs
While trekking from Thuman to Timure you can visit nearby historical Rasuwagadi. This day's trekking grants you an opportunity to observe Tibeto Burman Tamang culture on the two villages on the way. Timure is on the old trade route to Tibet. A fort here is a historical reminder of the Nepal Tibetan relations that has existed for many centuries. A suspension bridge here links Nepal and Tibet.

Day 08: Trek from Timure to Briddim (2229m.): 5:30hrs
You can experience village life of Briddim. Moreover you can enjoy cultural show performed by community members. You can also experience of home stay and Tamang culture. To mention about Briddim is a Tibetan Buddhist village in the bosom of Langtang Himal. Around 43 houses are spread in Z shape. Most of the houses are made up of stone and have roofs of split shake. As direct descendant of ancient Tibean immigrants, the culture and tradition of Briddim closely resembles that of nearly Tibetan villages.

Day 09: Trek from Briddim to Syrabrubensi (1467m.): 3hrs
You trek from Briddim to Syrabrubensi via Wangel. This day the trail moves gentle descent passing through villages, terraces and magnificent views of surrounded hills.
If you have time and would like to do the Langtang Trekking, you may continue trekking to Langtang.

Day 10: Drive from Syrabrubensi to Kathmandu:  9hrs
It is a pleasant drive back to Kathmandu with splendid views of hills, mountains, terraces and villages. You drive along the unpaved road till Betrawati and you begin to follow narrow well paved road.
Day 11: Transfer to international airport for your final onward destination..

Includes in the itinerary:

- Kathamndu international airport transfer
- 2 Nights hotel in kathamndu or Bhaktapur in 3 star deluxe with in B.B Plan
- All land transfer by local cozy bus as per given itinerary
- All entrance permits in Kathamndu
- Langtang National Park entry permits and fees
- TIMS (Trekker's information Management System ) Permit
- Local Home stay accommodation during the trekking
- Meals: ( Bf, Lunch Din) 3 times each day while on the trekking
- Fully escorted trek with fluent English speaking license holder local Guide & each 2 persons 1 Porter basis.
- All program according to itineraries on full board.
- Trekking equipment for all Nepali trekking staffs.
- Insurances for the guide and porter.

Excludes in the itinerary :

- Nepal entry visa fee per person US$ 30 only
- Travel Insurance (this is a mandatory condition of booking)
- Optional Excursions: optional excursions such are culture trips, ethno trips, and festival trips, monastery meditation with Lama & monks, nature medicine trips, bird watching, sports, farming trips and other incentive trips as per the client’s interest.
- Personal expenses e.g. phone calls, laundry, bar bills & extra porters.
- Hot Shower in during the trekking period
- Cost arising out of landslides, road blockade, and rescue of any form, cancellation of flight or reasons beyond our control.
- Personal equipment, nature or any donation.
- All types of drinks
- Tips for the crew (Note : TIPS is not compulsory but expected)
- International Airfare and airport tax

Guest feedbacks / testimonials : -

"We came to know about your company through the internet. Being collected from the airport made things easy. Briefing at the hotel was very detailed and efficient. Our guide, Som , was very polite and professional and had good knowledge of the areas travelled. Meals on the trek were very nice and organic. It was experience bus travel Kathmandu to Syabrubensi with locals. Our guide told us everything about cultural and the local people and their lifestyle. The great was the holy lake Gosainkunda was great and Helambu village. It was really great trekking with Som in that period and he had take care us every time like parents for child."
Thank you very much Som and Your Company Gokyo Treks and Expedition with highly recommended!!!

Esabela and Meaden, Finland

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