11 Days • 4,984 m • Langtang Valley
The Langtang Valley trek is the closest alpine trekking journey from Kathmandu. The trail leads through the dense oak and rhododendron forests of Langtang National Park into a pristine glacier valley inhabited by Tamang and Bhotia communities. Since its reconstruction after the 2015 earthquake, the region boasts well-equipped, welcoming tea houses. Highlights include the spiritual Kyanjin Gompa (3,830m), the historic yak cheese factory, and a climb up Tserko Ri (4,984m) for stunning 360-degree vistas of Langtang Lirung (7,227m) and other snow-capped giants.
Every stage of the trail is led by licensed local guides through Langtang National Park — Nepal's first Himalayan national park and a stronghold of red pandas and Tamang culture.
The crowning viewpoint of the valley — a challenging day-climb rewarded with one of the great panoramas of the Himalaya.
A centuries-old monastery village beneath a wall of ice peaks — and home to Nepal's famous yak cheese factory.
Ancient forests alive with langurs and birdsong, and a proudly rebuilt valley of Tamang and Bhotia hospitality.
A gentle ascent through forest and pasture to the glacier head of the valley — capped by the optional Tserko Ri summit at dawn.
Upon arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, you will be met and transferred to your hotel in Thamel.
The rest of the day is spent on trek preparation, equipment checks, permit processing and a welcome briefing with your guide.
We drive from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi in Rasuwa district by tourist bus or private jeep.
The route winds through hillsides and follows the Trishuli River, offering beautiful mountain vistas along the way.
Our trek begins. We cross the Bhote Koshi River and hike along the banks of the Langtang Khola.
The trail climbs through dense forests of oak, maple and bamboo — prime red panda habitat — to reach Lama Hotel.
We continue climbing through forests, emerging at Ghodatabela where there is a national park checkpoint.
The valley widens as we pass yak pastures and traditional stone houses, arriving at the beautifully rebuilt Langtang Village.
The trail ascends gently through yak pastures and small villages.
We pass large mani walls and chortens to arrive at Kyanjin Gompa, surrounded by massive peaks. Here we can visit the monastery and the famous local yak cheese factory.
Arriving early leaves the whole afternoon for the bakery, the cheese factory and short glacier viewpoints.
Today we embark on a challenging acclimatization climb to Tserko Ri, the highest viewpoint of our trek.
The effort is rewarded with breathtaking, unobstructed views of over 20 Himalayan peaks and glaciers, including Langtang Lirung (7,227m). We return to Kyanjin Gompa for the night.
Start before dawn — the summit panorama is clearest in the still morning air.
We begin our return journey, descending along the same trail through Langtang Village and Ghodatabela, arriving back at Lama Hotel.
The downhill walk is much faster and easier.
From Lama Hotel, we descend through forest and then climb to the charming traditional village of Thulo Syabru, which offers lovely views of the surrounding hills and the valley below.
We descend from Thulo Syabru to the district headquarters of Dhunche.
In the evening, we celebrate the successful completion of our trek with our guide and porters.
We take a bus or private jeep from Dhunche back to Kathmandu and check into the hotel.
In the evening, we gather for a farewell dinner in Thamel.
Transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport for your flight home.
Depart with beautiful memories of the Langtang Valley.
One clear package covers your entire journey from Kathmandu to the glacier valley and back — no surprises on the trail.
From the moment you land in Kathmandu until your final departure, every logistical and safety detail is handled by our local team.
English-speaking guides with deep roots in the Langtang region
National park permits and TIMS card processed before you arrive
A short day into Kyanjin before the big Tserko Ri climb
The valley's rebuilt tea houses, booked ahead at every stop
Hearty breakfasts, lunches and dinners on every trekking day
Overland transport from Kathmandu to the trailhead and back
Emergency coordination and helicopter rescue on standby
Transparent pricing with all taxes and service fees included
"Yak bells drift across the meadows of Kyanjin as the last light slips off Langtang Lirung — the valley of glaciers at rest."
— Evening at Kyanjin Gompa
A glimpse of what awaits between Syabrubesi and the glacier head — click any photo to view it full size.
Kyanjin Gompa, Day 5
Syabrubesi, Day 2
Lama Hotel, Day 3
The upper valley near Kyanjin
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