Days 01: Drive from Kathmandu to Sundarijal (1350m.) which takes about one hour and then the uphill walk to Chisopani.
The unpaved road from Kathmandu turns into a trail near a small hydroelectric plant. The trail will enter through the Shivpuri Watershed and Wildlife Reserve. The first settlement you will come across is Mulkharka with Tamang inhabitants. The route heads down the ridge through a forest of oaks and rhododendron to Chisopani (2300m.) Chisopani is a weird place. It has magnificent views from Annapurna to Everest.
Day 02: Trek from Chisopani to Kutumsang (2446m.) and it takes about six and half hours. The trail continues to drop from Chisopani on a good, sometimes level, trail that crosses meadow and fields. You will then descend through Pathi Bhanjyang till Gul Bhanjyang. The trail climbs the ridge from Gul Bhanjyang to another pass at 2620m. The meadow makes a good camping spot, its downhill to Kutumsang at 2470m, in a saddle atop the ridge.
Day 03: Trek from Kutumsang to Ghopte via Magen Goth (3514m.) and Tharepati Pass (3650m.) which takes about six hours. The trek continues north up the Yurin Danda ridge and affords views of the peaks. The trail climbs above Kutumsang on a steep, eroded trail mostly through fir and rhododendron forest where there are no permanent settlements. The trail then descends to Magen Goth. Next, you have to climb, steeply at first then more gradually, the trail makes some ups and downs passing through the forest, across flower strewn meadows and crossing streams. You will reach Tharepati which consists of a few Goths and lodges. From the top of this famous ridge the trail ascends through the forest, climbing in and out of ravines across the head of the valley, Giant cliff towers far above. There are only two tea houses at Ghopte.
Day 04: Trek from Ghopte to Gosaikunda (4361m.) that takes approximately seven hours. The trail ascends through the meadow of bushes and some rhododendron trees. The trail gradually ascends to Phedi (3500m.) The trail ascends along side a stream through alpine trees. The trail then is bit rough and crosses moraines but it is well marked with rock cairns.
Day 05: Rest at Gosaikunda. The large lake Gosaikunda is at an elevation of 4361m. There are several small stone shelters for pilgrimage on the north-western side of the lake. Hundreds of people come here to worship and bath in the lake during the full moon festival each August. You will witness some black and white stones in the lake with an individual story about Lord Shiva and his creation.
Day 06: Trek from Gosaikunda to Chandanbari (2350m.) which takes about five hours. The trail gently ascends for a short through different chortens and small Shiva temples. The trail then descends to Laure Binayak to Singh Gompa. The Gompa, which houses a statue of the Green Tara, is one of the famous destinations for the trekkers. You can witness small cheese factories and several lodges here. The trail now will go through the forest and reach Chandanbari.
Day 07: Trek from Chandanbari to Syabru Gaon (2210m.) that takes approximately four hours. The trail descends through the forest; you will come across the Chortens on the route specially built for offering prayers by Buddhist. You will then reach Syabru Gaon which is densely populated by Buddhist people.
Day 08: Trek from Syabru Gaon to Lama Hotel (2380m.) and it takes about five hours. The trail initially crosses the Langtang Khola (stream) and then gradually limbs up through the sub-tropical forests, teeming with bird-life, to join the trail from Syabru. You then follow the river, climbing through uninhabited forest of oak and rhododendron and maybe catching a glimpse of langur monkeys roaming through the trees. You climb along a steep trail to the forest. There are some basic lodges for you to stay surrounding the forest.
Day 09: Trek from Lama Hotel to Langtang (3500m.), it takes about five hours. As you continue ascending there are occasional glimpses of Langtang Lirung between the trees. At Ghora Tabela (3000m), the trail emerges from the forest. Once there was a Tibetan resettlement project here, but now it is a Nepalese army post though it has nonpermanent inhabitants. The trail continues to climb gently and the valley widens, passing a few temporary settlements used by herders who bring their livestock to graze in the high pastures during the summer months. There is a monastery which you can visit shortly before arriving at the village of Langtang, the headquarters of the Langtang National Park. The houses of Langtang and its neighboring villages are of the flat- roofed Tibetan style, surrounded by stone walls enclosing fields of buckwheat, potatoes, wheat, turnips and barley.
Day 10: Trek from Langtang to Kyangjin Gompa (3800m.) and it takes about three hours. The trail ascends gradually through small villages and yak pastures as the valley opens out further and the views become more extensive. After crossing several small streams and moraines, the trail reaches the settlement at Kyangjin. Here there is a small monastery and a government-operated cheese factory. You arrive at Kyangjin by lunch time allowing time to acclimatize and explore the area. It is a dramatic setting, with snow covered peaks such as Langtang Lirung, Ganjala peak, Tserko ri, Langsisa ri surrounding you in all directions.
Day 11: Rest at Kyangjin Gompa for excursion. This day you can hike upto Langtang glaciers and back to Kyangjin Gompa. This is a day to rest and explore the area. You can visit the monastery and the cheese factory, walk up the moraine to see the spectacular ice faces and tumbling glaciers of Langtang Lirung or ascend Kyangjin Ri [4350m], directly behind the village, for a breath-taking panorama of the Langtang peaks.
Day 12: Trek and climb up to Tserko Ri (5033m.) and trek back to Kyangjin Gompa which takes about seven hours. This you trek through steeply ascent path all the way to the top. The path you follow is rocky and you pass through small bushes along side. You can see Himalayan peasants, Himalayan deer and outstanding views of surrounding peaks and mountains. From Tserko Ri, you are quite captivated by the panoramic views of Sisapangma, Langshisa Ri, NayaKang, Yala peak, Langtang Lirung and many others.
Day 13: Trek from Kyanjing Gompa to Ngegang (4000m.) which takes about five hours. There you can not see any villages. The trail goes on ascending and area is covered with little natural vegetation. Since there are not available any lodge, you need to camp.
Day 14: Trek from Ngegang to Keldang (5106m.) via Ganja La (5100m.) which takes about five and half hours. This day is comparatively strenuous as you need to cross the Ganja la pass. On the Ganja la pass, you can find it covered with snowy ice most of the times through out the year. You need to camp.
Day 15: Trek from Keldang to Dukpu (4080m.) which takes about five and half hours. Your camping site will be inside the forest. This day will be long day walking along ridge, grassland with amazing views of Mountains.
Day 16: Trek from Dukpu to Tarkeghyang (2740m.) that takes approximately five hours. The trail descends about 200mtrs, climb the 4100m pass. Views from Pass are spectacular to the Annapurna Region and Mt. Everest region too. From pass trail descends through pine forest, rhododendron forest past tiny herder’s settlement to Tarkeghyang. You can visit one of the oldest Buddhist monastery and Sherpa villages. These villages are well settled where friendly and cheerful natured people inhabit.
Day 17: Trek from Tarkeghyang to Kakani (1991 m.) via Shermathang (2740 m.) which takes about five hours. You trek along leveled path and somewhere you cross gentle ascent and descent path through the forest with oak and some rhododendron trees. Middle way is situated a small village, Gangjawal with its distinct culture. There is a beautiful monastery and people are mainly involved in agriculture. From Shermathang, you can enjoy panoramic views of Mt. Rolwaling, Mt. Dochelapcha, Langtang, Sesapangma, and also many other snow caped peaks in north-east whereas you can see terraces stretching in south. Moreover, you can visit monastery and chorten to discern into original Sherpa people’s culture. Leaving Shermathang, you trek downhill passing small forest in the early part of trek and later you pass through open terraces. While trekking, you can the scenic beauty of hill surrounded around you. You stay overnight at Kakani. People coming from surrounded villages have made new settlement there. You will be mesmerized by the views of Rolwaling, Mt. Dochelapcha, Gaurishankar, Sesapangma and many unnamed mountains. On a clear day, Kakani is an excellent view point for sunrise and sunset.
Day 18: Trek from Kakani to Talamarang (960 m.) and it takes about four hours. The trail begins with steep descent through the fields and villages with multi ethnic cultures till Talamarang. It lies at the bank of Melamchi river. You can swim and relax at the bank of Melamchi river.
Day 19: Trek from Talamarang to Chisopani (2215 m.) and it takes about seven hours.
This day the trek is little bit strenuous in comparison to earlier day. In the beginning, the trail moves steep uphill for few hours and after you reach a ridge the trail becomes easier. Passing Thakani, a picturescue village with beautiful views at both side you trek decent trail up to Pati Bhanjyang. Again, the trail moves uphill though steep at some point to reach Chisopani. While trekking you pass through terraces, hills at a distance and villages with its unique culture. There are good lodges with splendid views of Manaslu, Ganesh Himal, Langtang, Rolwaling, Mt. Dochelapcha, Gaurishankar, Sesapangma and many more.
Day 20: Trek from Chisopani to Sundarijal which takes about four hours and drive from Sundarijal to Kathmandu by bus which takes about one hour. Today you will have the final trail, the trail will be an easy one as it descends through the settlement Mulkharka with Tamang inhabitants and Shivpuri Watershed and Wildlife Reserve then finally reach Sundarijal. The trail ends, you will be driving from Sundarijal to Kathmandu by bus.
