Upon your arrival in the Kathmandu airport, you will be greeted by a representative from Friendship World Treks. After completing your custom formalities (Visa, etc) pick up your luggage and look for our representative with a Friendship World Treks display board at the arrival gate. You will be then transferred to your hotel. Meet your trekking guide or stroll around your hotel area. In the evening, there will be a welcome dinner hosted by Friendship World Treks For dinner, you will be served excellent authentic Nepalese cuisine which will introduce you to the Nepalese food culture. Overnight in Kathmandu.
Included meals:D
Today after breakfast we start a guided tour to several of the most historical and spiritual attractions in Kathmandu. The day will also be for finalizing official procedure and other necessary arrangements. You will be also briefed on the nature of the trek, equipments and team composition. Some of landmarks we visit include the World Heritage Sites of Kathmandu Durbar Square, the sacred Hindu temple of Pashupati Nath, the famous ‘Monkey Temple’ (Swayambhu Nath) and Buddhists shrine (Bouddha Nath). In the afternoon, there will be a pre-trip discussion where we can meet our trek leader and other team members. You can also make your last minute buying of personal items as you will be flying to the Himalayas tomorrow.
Included meals:B
After morning breakfast we drive out along the north-western hills of Kathmandu. Enjoy the Himalayan views and mountainous lifestyle through the terraced fields and rustic villages. Take Lunch at the Trishuli Bazar before continuing further to Dhunche. From Dhunche, we descend down to Syabrubesi.
Included meals:BLD
After an early breakfast today, you will begin the first day of Tamang Heritage Trekking. In around three hours, you may reach Ronga Bhanjyang by hiking along a rocky route. You will pass vistas along the route that provide stunning views of the Ganesh Himal, Gosaikunda range, and Goljung valley. After roughly an hour, the route descends to Goljung Valley. After stopping for lunch at Goljung Valley, you will take a quick break. You will then hike for an additional three hours to reach Gatlang, a stunning Tamang town with stone homes where you can appreciate the customs and culture of the inhabitants. At Gatlang, you may explore the Parvati Kund and an old monastery.
You will graciously begin your Tamang Heritage Trek from Gatlang to Tatopani today. Your hike will descend past several Chortens, mani walls, and dense woodlands in order to reach Thambuchet and ultimately Chilime. A lovely, serene lake was created here by the Chilime Hydropower Dam. Then, after climbing past the terrace farms and across a suspension bridge, you will arrive at Gonggang Village. After eating lunch in Gonggang village, you will continue on a trail that gradually climbs to Tatopani. You will hike via a hot spring followed by the trip. You can take a natural bath in the hot springs if you prefer. People believe that soaking in these natural hot springs will heal all your aches and pains.
You will continue the Tamang Heritage Trail trekking through the woodlands in the early morning after breakfast, gradually increasing height while traversing a number of ups and downs. You will reach a stunning area of Brimdang after two hours of trekking. After two more hours on the route, you arrive at Nagthali Danda. Lunch will be served as you take in the views of the adjacent snowy peaks, including Tibetan Himal, Ganesh Himal, Langtang Lirung, and Shishapangma. There are several minor monasteries that you can visit. The next stop is Thuman, a Tamang hamlet with hospitable residents who enjoy singing and dancing in a Tibetan style. You will spend the night in a local tea house.
Briddhim, which is located across the valley and on the opposite side of the Bhote Koshi River, is the target for today. Following a gentler portion, in the beginning, the trail descends to Timure along the former trade route to Tibet, where you will eat lunch. Just a three-hour trek separates Timure from Rasuwaghadi, a historic fort on the Nepal-Tibet border. After lunch, the Tamang Heritage Trail Trek route ascends steeply to a ridge with more views of the mountains and surrounding areas before entering a forest of rhododendrons, pines, and oaks. Eventually, you will arrive in Briddhim, another Tamang village with Tibetan influences, where you will spend the night in a local home for a truly authentic experience.
After a fascinating time in Briddim village, your Tamang Heritage Trail Trek will head toward Lama Hotel, which will take about six hours. You will walk across the Bhote Koshi valley, passing several fertile jungles full of bamboo and birch groves, terraced fields, and rural settlements. From the path, you might have the chance to spot rare local wildlife like the red pandas. The trail ascends gently to Rimche through Bamboo Village, which lies on the banks of the Langtang River. As you continue, you will eventually reach Lama Hotel, where you will stay for the night.
Your adventure across the Tamang Heritage Trek itinerary is now approaching a conclusion. Today, you will start your journey back to Syabrubesi after a wonderful breakfast. The majority of the paths are downhill and take you through lovely forests, enabling you to take in the breathtaking vistas of lush hills and mountains. As you go up and down the pathways, you will pass by a number of traditional villages where you may observe the ethnic group’s customs and culture. You will eventually reach Syabrubesi through fascinating adventures and hour-long hikes. You may unwind and relish your final night here by going to the natural hot spring.
Today, after boarding a bus from Syabrubesi to Kathmandu, your Tamang Heritage Trail adventure will come to an end. You will wake up early, eat a healthy breakfast, and then travel back to Kathmandu through terraced fields, rural communities, rivers, high hills, and more. As you go alongside the Trishul River, you will see the verdant, green trees. You will arrive in Kathmandu late in the evening after a full day of traveling. After a hard day, you must be exhausted and ready to relax in your room. You can spend some time this evening exploring Thamel’s tourist areas. This is also a wonderful chance to see the historical and cultural sites that give Kathmandu its unique character.
You are saying good bye to the mountains as journey in Nepal comes to an end today! There is nothing to do but trade emails with travel companions and organize the photos. If you have more time you can do some shopping or sightseeing. Approximately 3 hours before the scheduled flight a representative from Friendship World Treks will take you to the airport. On your way home you’ll have plenty of time to plan your next adventure in the wonderful country of Nepal.
Included meals:B
Meals
All Meals on full board basis will be provided during the spent on trek. Three meals(Nepali,Sherpa, Tibetan,Continental, Italian and Indian cuisine) a day will be provided from the teahouse/lodge menus. Each day dinner and breakfast are used to take in the same lodge you spend the night. Lunch will be taken on the way to destination. Reception, farewell dinner and breakfast will be provided during your stay in Kathmandu.
Best Season
Autumn (Oct to Dec) and Spring(March to May) are the best seasons for the Tamang Heritage and Langtang Trek. The weather is sunny and warm, with outstanding views but the nights are little cold. Winter (Dec, Jan, Feb) is also good for doing Tamang Heritage and Langtang trek although it will be more colder. Monsoon (mid June to mid Sept) is not suggested time for the trek