This trekking area is located about 30 kilometers toward the north of Kathmandu. Trekking along this unbeaten trail is a new experience for the trekkers experiencing the beauty of this mountain region with the culture of local people. You trek through Tamang villages with its life, culture and crafts which have remained untouched from the beginning of the settlement. The trekkers will receive hearty felicitation by the locals rich in their distinct costumes, architecture of their mountain houses and ancient monasteries. It offers you wilderness experience through beautiful landscapes of alpine terrain, flat meadows and rhododendron forests.

The main inhabitants of this area are believed to be the descendants of Tibetans from Kerung who intermingled with Tamang of the Helambu area. Tamang communities are generally found on higher elevations with the peasants engaging in shifting cultivation and extraction of forest products. They are mainly sheep and yak herders but grow some hardy grains and vegetables. Their daily life activities include raising livestock, agriculture and trade with Kerung in Tibet. They also make baskets and mats from mountain bamboo.

During this trek you can enjoy the dramatic views of Langtang Lirung (7245m.), Langtang Kerung, Chimse Danda ridge crossed by Ganjala Pass (5122m.), Dorje Lakpa (6989m.), Jugal Himal, Ganesh Himal, Paldor peak, Shringi Himal, Manaslu and Sanjen Himal ranges. In addition you find over 70 glaciers of varying sizes and high altitude lakes including Gosainkunda, Pravatikunda, Bhairavkunda and Dudhkunda.

The trail starts either from Dhunche or Syabrubesi and passes through Goljung, Gatlang, Thuman, Timure, Briddim, Lama Hotel, Langtang valley and Kyangjin Gompa. Goljung, Gatlang and Langtang are traditional Tamang villages culminating cultural features. The visit to beautiful local Tamang monastery and the holy Parvatikunda Lake at Gatlang adds exhilaration to your trekking.

Country:	»	Nepal
Area:	»	-
Activities:	»	Trekking
Grade:	»	-
Seasons:	»	-
Altitude:	»	3165 m.
Duration:	»	12 Days
Accommodation:	»	Camping/ Homestay
Transport:	»	-
Group Size:	»	2 to 25
Trip Cost:	»	No. of Pax.	Normal Price	Standard Price	Delux Price
		1 pax	US$ 1375	US$ 1625	US$ 2195
		2 - 5 pax	US$ 780 per person	US$ 875 per person	US$ 1010 per person
		6 - 10 pax	US$ 710 per person	US$ 795 per person	US$ 950 per person
		11 and above	US$ 650 per person	US$ 725 per person	US$ 880 per person

Day 01.	Arrive in Kathmandu International Airport. Transfer to the hotel and stay overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.
Day 02.	City sightseeing in and around Kathmandu valley. (Kathmandu, Bhaktapur & Patan). Stay overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.
Day 03.	Drive from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi (1467 m.) via Trishuli (Nuwakot) which takes about eight hours. You stay overnight at hotel in Syabrubesi. You head north out of Kathmandu driving through scenic foothills and ridgeline vistas to Syabrubesi 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. Stay overnight at camp in Syabrubesi.
Day 04.	Trek from Syabrubesi to Gatlang (2238m.) via Goljung takes about six hours. While trekking you experience of the Tamang culture. You can see scenery from view point. This day you walk through villages. 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 Parvatikunda Lake at Gatlang. Stay overnight at camp in Gatlang.
Day 05.	Trek from Gatlang to Tatopani (2607m.) takes about six hours. 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. Stay overnight at camp in Tatopani.
Day 06.	Trek from Tatopani to Thuman (2338m.) via Nagthali (3165m.) takes about five hours. 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. Stay overnight at camp in Thuman.
Day 07.	Trek from Thuman to Timure (1762m.) takes about five hours. 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. Stay overnight at camp in Timure.
Day 08.	Trek from Timure to Briddim (2229m.) takes about six hours. 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, it 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 slate. As direct descendant of ancient Tibetan immigrants, the culture and tradition of Briddim closely resembles that of nearly Tibetan villages. Stay overnight at camp in Briddim.
Day 09.	Trek from Briddim to Syabrubesi (1467m.) takes three hours. You trek from Briddim to Syabrubesi via Wangel. This day the trail moves gentle descent passing through villages, terraces and magnificent views of surrounded hills. Stay overnight at camp in Syabrubesi.
Day 10.	Drive from Syabrubesi to Kathmandu takes eight hours. 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. Stay overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.
Day 11.	Recreation & shopping day. Stay overnight at Hotel in Kathmandu.
Day 12.	Transfer to the Airport for final departure. (Fly out from Kathmandu).

Price Includes:

• Airport pick-up and drop off services
• Trekking permit
• Entry Permit for Langtang National Park
• Tekking guide
• A cook
• Necessary Porters
• Necessary kitchen helpers
• Necessary Sherpas
• All surface transportation to the starting point and from the ending point of the trek
• All meals three times a day (breakfast, lunch, dinner, juice, tea, coffee, hot chocolate, fruits etc.)
• Necessary Camping equipment such as tents, kitchen tent, dining tent, toilet tent, mattresses, down sleeping bag, down jacket, cooking utensils, fuel etc.
• Camping charges
• Necessary insurance for trekking staff
• First aid kit
• Rescue assistance
• Four nights’ hotel accommodation in Kathmandu on breakfast basis.
• One day sightseeing in and around Kathmandu valley with a tour guide and private vehicle.
• Entry fees while sightseeing in and around Kathmandu valley

Price Excludes:

• Nature of personal expenses
• Tips
• Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu

Note:
1) 10% commission for the tour agents/tour operators.
2) 50% discount for a tour leader if there are 10-15 pax in a group and
3) 100% free for the tour leader if there are 16 and above pax in a group