Langtang Valley & Gosainkunda Trekking : Spiritual Journey for Women

On arrival at Kathmandu International Airport, you will be received by our team of ladies staff and guide. After checking the NST (Nepal Standard Time) which is 5 hours and 45 minutes ahead of GMT, a short drive takes you in the hub of Kathmandu city around Thamel area to your hotels. After checking into your lovely rooms, get refreshed from the Jet Lag. The refreshments will energize you, and you can then join other members of the Langtang Valley & Gosainkunda Trekking team in the meeting room for a briefing.

The briefing will be provided by our lady guide and staff or Group Leader. She will provide  information about the treks, local lodge and foods. The wide range of information about trek makes your holiday meaningful and enjoyable. Overnight at Hotel.

The day begins with breakfast, followed by visits to two significant sites: Pashupatinath Temple and Boudhanath Stupa. The tour is escorted by a government certified female tour guide. 

Pashupatinath Temple, a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site, is a revered Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. Located by the Bagmati River, it hosts Hindu cremation ceremonies and is especially important during Shivaratri, attracting numerous pilgrims.

After breakfast, we'll visit Boudhanath Stupa, one of Nepal's largest stupas, positioned east of Kathmandu. It's notable for its significant size and height, as well as its four pairs of eyes representing Mahayana Buddhist principles. Following a quick city tour, we'll return to the hotel to prepare for tomorrow's trek. The overnight stay will be at the hotel.

We have our early breakfast and after an early breakfast get ready by approx. 7 a.m. for a long and interesting drive to Syabrubesi village. It takes more than six hours to reach Syabrubesi depending upon the vehicles and road conditions. You can travel either in a car, coach, or a spacious and comfortable bus, as well as in a jeep or similar four-wheel drive vehicle.

The drive heads past Kathmandu Valley on winding uphill road to reach Trisuli Bazaar.It is a large town of Nuwakot district, where we will stop for lunch.In the afternoon, the drive will take you into Rasuwa district, entering at Bhetrawati village. The drive continues heading uphill past Manibhanyang and Ramche towns and villages to reach cooler high hills at Dhunche. Dunche is the headquarters of Rasuwa district and Langtang Himal region, as well as the entry points of Langtang National Park. From Dhunche, the drive is on serpentine downhill to Syabrubesi village for an overnight halt. We then check into a nice local lodge, having time to browse the cultures and activities of the native Tamang tribe. It takes about 6 - 7 hours to reach Syabrubesi covering a distance of approx. 140 kilometers/87 miles. (Depending upon, either in regular local bus, private coach, cars or four-wheels drives).

From Syabrubesi, we begin our first day of the adventure, after a nice simple breakfast. In the beginning, the path heads towards a bridge. We then cross over the Bhote Koshi River which later it joins the Trisuli River. The term "Bhote" is used in Nepal to refer to Tibetans. The river originates in the mountains of Tibet and flows across the border into Nepal. After crossing the bridge our walk starts uphill, past a few terraced farmland and hamlets to reach Riverside.

A small settlement with few simple Tea Houses and shops, a possible stop for refreshments or lunch. Our afternoon walks take us on winding ups into dense forested trail of rhododendrons, oaks, and pines with bamboo thickets.

The forested trail is an ideal habitat for some wildlife, like the rare endangered and elusive Red Pandas which is often seen around. After hours of good walk, we then reach to an open wide area, at Lama Hotel, a small settlement with several lodges. It is situated amidst the beautiful forest surroundings close to Langtang Khola/stream. Our female guides and porters are always with you to support you, making your travels easier and more comfortable. They offer a familiar presence, allowing you to share your thoughts and challenges openly, making the journey feel safe and empowering. Overnight at Hotel.

After a pleasant overnight with the sound of a river flow, enjoy breakfast before starting the second-day treks. Today’s walk is quite a long distance to cover for overnight in Langtang Village. Morning walks follows on gentle uphill through dense tree lines and vegetation to reach Ghode Tablela. It is a lovely small place in the middle of woods with few Tea Shops serving as lodge and restaurants. It is a good and only place for lunch stop before Langtang Village. Ghode Tablela means a stable or place for a horse, where the local use to ride and raised horses.The Tibetan pony, a small, sure-footed breed, is commonly used for riding and transporting goods.

After lunch, we continue our good walk of few hours crossing few smaller streams to enter at the end of river gorge. We then reach Langtang Village, the old village was completely been destroyed by the 2015 huge earthquakes. A memorial has been built to honor the local natives and trekkers who lost their lives in avalanches caused by earthquakes. At present, since the past few years the life is returning slowly back to normal. On arrival, we check into a nice fine simple lodge, after a good trek of the day from Lama Hotel. 

Today, an exciting and shortest day walk of the adventures to Kyanjin Gompa from Langtang Village. After breakfast, we head toward the end of Langtang and Mundu villages with short steep climbs to reach a plateau. To enter the scenic Langtang Valley, the walk leads on the gentle path, as tree lines drop for short alpine bushes. As walk continues for few hours we then reach a nice and lovely large settlement at Kyanjin Gompa.

Kyanjin Gompa is located in the heart of beautiful Langtang Valley surrounded by series of giant snow peaks as well as close views of Ice fall and glaciers of Langtang Lirung Himal. On arrival we check into one of its fine well-built lodges for lunch and two overnight stays. In the afternoon you can enjoy exploring the Kyanjin Gompa settlement and its small monastery of great religious and cultural interest.

We enjoy a free day at Kyanjin Gompa, a perfect place for leisure activities and short or long hiking. You can explore the stunning viewpoints for superb panorama of the surrounding snow peaks, the closest and short climb is to Kyanjin-Ri. Once you reach at 4,773 m / 15,660 feet, it will rewards stupendous panorama of the surrounding towering peaks facing Langtang Himal range, and as far as Jugal Himal with Dorje Lakpa with peaks across the border of Tibet.

If you are energetic and want to enjoy the long day hike then carry packed lunch to reach and climb on top Tserko-Ri which is at 5,033 m/16,512 feet high, a vantage viewpoint to capture all of the Central Himalayan Mountain range. Celebrate the achievement of reaching a high altitude on the Langtang Valley & Gosainkunda Trek at Tserko Ri, sharing the joy with your female friends, guide, and porter. The mountain that surrounds the scenic Langtang Valley is awesome to observe. As well as it will be a great experience, to stand on top of the highest ridge of Langtang Valley. You can also explore the local lifestyle of women and learn about their efforts toward empowerment.

After an enjoyable and delightful time at Kyanjin Gompa and around scenic Langtang Valley, get ready for the long downhill walk to Lama Hotel, the trail follows to Mundu and Langtang villages. Then back into dense tree lines past Ghode Tablela with few short climb and more down to Lama Hotel. Today will be the last overnight around the high areas of Langtang Himal, before ending the trek at Syabrubesi.

In the morning, the walk from Lama Hotel descends to Riverside. From there, the trail takes a turn to cross a bridge, leading us further along the route. We then reach a small place of Bamboo, located amidst bamboo grooves with a few smaller tea houses. The trail then ascends to an old landslide section before continuing on a winding path that leads into scenic farm areas.

A short steep climb takes us to Upper/ Thulo Syabru village for overnight stops, in the comfort of a nice small lodge. Thulo Syabru village features houses arranged in a row, adorned with exquisite carvings on their doors and windows. In the afternoon you can explore the village and an old monastery near on top of the village.

On leaving Upper/Thulo Syabru Village, the path takes us to a steep climb past farmland with some small shops and tea-houses. We then walk uphill through dense forested path, with few steep sections to reach a nice grassy meadow.  The walk continues on a pleasant trail overlooking views of Langtang, Ganesh and Manaslu Himal towards west. After hours of good walk, we then reach Sing Gompa for overnight stops, also known as Chandanbari means a place of Sandal-Wood. We will stay in a nice simple lodge, having time to visit the monastery perched on top of the village. Sing Gompa also has a small cheese processing factory, an interesting place for overnight, located north of Dhunche Town.

Today’s walks lead towards the highest overnight stops at Gosainkunda, also the the major highlights of the adventure. The morning trek from Sing Gompa begins with a short, steep climb, followed by a winding, gradual path offering magnificent views of the surrounding peaks. You will have a view of Ganesh and Manaslu Himal, as far as Annapurna Himalayan range of peaks towards the far west. The walk enters a dense forest with superb views of Langtang Himal range. Then the walk leads beyond the tree lines reaching a wide open ridge, with a steep climb to Laurabinaya. A small settlement with few good tea-houses. The name Laurabinaya means a place where pilgrims leave their walking sticks after visiting and praying at Gosainkunda holy glacial lakes. The climb continues to the top of Laurabinaya, then a slow descent and following a level path past Bhairab and Saraswati Kunda lakes. 

A short climb reaches our overnight stops at Gosainkunda and the holy lake. The lodge is situated above the lake shore. Trekkers can notice the traces left by the pilgrims after worship and dip in the Icy lake, located on a basin, surrounded by rocky high cliffs and smaller snow-capped peaks. We then check into a nice simple guest house or a lodge for an overnight halt, facing lovely views of the lake. Celebrate the success of the Gosainkunda trek with your female companions, guide, and porter, acknowledging the teamwork and shared achievements that made this journey unforgettable.

On reaching one of the main highlights of the journey, the morning walk follows the eastern side of the lake. As your climb starts on a rocky path of huge boulders you will come across a few smaller glacial ponds. Then a steep climb for a short hour leads you to the top of Gosainkunda or Eastern Laurabinaya-La Pass. Enjoy the experience of being on the highest spot of the adventure with glorious scenery of distant peaks and scenic landscapes. From the top of Gosainkunda Pass, you will take a steep descent to the foot of the pass, a place with a few smaller huts serving as tea houses. The walk continues on a gradual trail reaching back into the dense forest of juniper and rhododendrons trees. You will keep on walking on a gradual ups and downs path. Then the long tough day completes reaching a small settlement at Ghopte Odar with several small simple lodges. The name Ghopte Odar refers to an overhanging cave, a good natural shelter for pilgrims in the early days.

After completing our major goals and highlights, we will enjoy a pleasant walk for an hour or more from Ghopte Odar. You will follow a steep climb to the high ridge of Thadepati, a place with several nice simple tea houses. It is located en route to Helambu areas and towards Kathmandu via Kutumsang. We will stop here for lunch and take in the fascinating views of snow-capped peaks and the stunning scenery of rolling green hills. In the afternoon, you will walk downhill to Mangegoth, a nice area with a large grassy meadow with few tea houses. From here, you will walk downhill through a lovely serene forest of tall pines, firs, and rhododendron trees. The walk concludes upon reaching an open area as we arrive at Kutumsang village for an overnight stop.

In the morning, you can enjoy the lovely views of surrounding beautiful landscapes. After breakfast, a long hour’s walk takes us to Chisapani. The trail follows downhill and on a winding path with a few short ups and downs to Gul Bhanjyang village. In Gul Bhyanjyang, we will take a lunch break and take a rest. In the afternoon, we will walk ups and down to reach the nice village of Patti-Bhanjyang. From here a steep short climb to Chisapani for the last overnight of the treks. Enjoy the comfort in a nice lodge accomodation.

Chisapani is located north of Kathmandu Valley as well as en route to the famous Nagarkot and Shivapuri Hills, and towards Helambu and Gosainkunda.

We will wake up early morning to catch the stunning sunrise views from Chisapani, with a superb panorama of the Himalayan range of peaks. After breakfast, you can enjoy the last day of trekking to end at Sundarijal farm town. The walk follows down through dense forest past Tamang farm villages of Burlung to reach a pleasant waterfront.

A place with fresh streams, waterfalls, and a reservoir amidst a serene forest surrounding, this is why its name is Sundarijal. This means a beautiful water place with crystal clear fresh streams and waterfalls. From here, you will walk an hour downhill to Sundarijal Town to conclude our walks, and then a short hour drive to Kathmandu. The drive heads past the town of Jhorpati and the famous Bouddhanath areas to reach the hotel. Rest of the day at leisure after a great marvelous adventure to Langtang Valley & Gosainkunda Trekking.

Today is a free day in Kathmandu for individual activities with options for tours. Enjoy a free day in Kathmandu, perfect for relaxing, engaging in personal activities, or going on a shopping spree. You can shop souvenirs of Nepal from handicrafts to jewelers etc. Interested people can opt for another exciting tour of Patan and Bhaktapur cities on request.

Last day in Kathmandu and Nepal, after an overwhelming adventure and experience around the Langtang Himalayas. As time for your international flight, our lady guide and staff will transfer you to the airport. Then bid farewell to Nepal, guide, and staff; as you enter the air terminal for homeward bound or to the next port of call.