Trip Introduction
This trip features three spectacular trekking regions of Nepal. Tsum Valley and Manaslu. The main trip follows the classic remote and less-frequented circuit around Manaslu, On this trip you will take an route to the Tsum valley. After visiting the Tsum Valley, you re-join the Manaslu Circuit trail at Bihi. After crossing the Larkya La you have entry to Annapurna region. Two regions (Tsum Valley and Manaslu,) are restricted areas and require special permits to enter. Thus there are a lot fewer trekkers on these routes compared to the Annapurna Circuit route at the end of the trek.
Tsum Valley and Manaslau areas are beautiful and fascinating regions located along the border of Nepal and Tibet. The inhabitants of the lower Buri Gandaki region (at the start of this trek) are Hindus (Brahmin/Chhetris) and Gurungs (Bonpos and Buddhists), while the inhabitants in the upper parts of the Buri Gandaki river are Buddhists and direct descendents of Tibetan immigrants who settled here in the early 1600s. The mani stones around Ghap (6,800ft) are particularly outstanding. A day beyond Ghap, you will enter truly high alpine country with spectacular close-up views of Manaslu at the head of the valley. You will trek towards Tsum Valley which was opened for trekking in October 2007. The crossing of the high pass of Larkya La (16,700 ft.), one of the most dramatic pass-crossings in the Himalaya, brings you to the Annapurna region. From here you trek towards the Annapurna region and end your trek.
Outline Itinerary
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- Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu
- Day 02: Day of Kathmandu city tour
- Day 03: Drive from Kathmandu to Arughat: 8-9 hours
- Day 04: Arughat to Soti Khola
- Day 05: Soti Khola to Machha Khola
- Day 06: Machha Khola to Doban
- Day 07: Doban to Philim
- Day 08: Philim to Chumling (Lower Tsum)
- Day 09: Chumling to Chhokangparo (Upper Tsum
- Day 10: Chhokangparo to Nile/Chhule
- Day 11: Nile/Chhule to Mu Gompa visit Dhephyudonma Gompa
- Day 12: Extra day for excursion/ Explore Day
- Day 13: Mu Gompa to Bhajyo
- Day 14: Bhajyo to Rachen Gompa
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- Day 15: Rachen Gompa to Ripchet
- Day 16: Ripchet to Deng
- Day 17: Trek from Deng to Ghap
- Day 18: Trek from Ghap to Namrung
- Day 19: Trek from Namrung to Sama Gompa
- Day 20: Sama Gompa: Rest Day/ explore Day
- Day 21: Trek from Sama Gompa to Samdo
- Day 22: Trek from Samdo to Larkya Rest House
- Day 23: Trek from Larkya Rest House o Larkya La to Bimtang
- Day 24: Bhimthang to Forest camp
- Day 25: Forest camp to Dharapani village
- Day 26: Dharapani to Sange village
- Day 27: Drive from Sange to Kathmandu
- Day 28: Leisure at Kathmandu
- Day 29: Departure from Kathmandu
Service Includes
- 4 night’s deluxe twin sharing accommodation in Kathmandu in 4 star hotel Shanker or similar
- All local transportation by suitable vehicle (car, van, bus) in Kathmandu
- Complementary welcome and farewell dinner in Kathmandu
- A day Kathmandu sightseeing as per itinerary with tour guide & entry fees
- Kathmandu to Arughat & Sange to Kathmandu by local bus ( depend on group size if group will big then we will provide private bus)
- Meal on full board (breakfast, lunch, dinner, tea & coffee) basis during the trek as per itinerary
- Twin sharing accommodation on tented camp during the trek
- Trek leader (English speaking, First Aid and eco trained), Sherpa, camping cook, Sherpa porters, all necessary payments with insurance
- Manaslu conservation & Annapurna conservation entry fee and TIMS Permit
- Special Manasalu & Tsum valley permit (Restricted zone requires special permit)
- Complementary Himalayan Planet company T-Short and duffel bag for trekking
- Safe drinking water
- Exclusive medical kit bag
- All government and local taxes
- Intl. flight ticket re-confirmation
- Submit your tourist registration form to the require embassy/consulate
Service Excludes
- Visa fees, intl. airfare
- Lunch and dinner in city
- Travel and rescue insurance
- Personal expenses e.g. phone calls, laundry, bar bills & extra porters
- Tips for driver, guides and porters
- Any extending trips
- Services doesn't include in service inclusive column
Detail Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264 ft)
Namaste & welcome to the land of Himalayas. While you are landed at the Tribhuvan intl. airport, Kathmandu Nepal, Himalayan Planet Adventures representative welcomes you and transfer in your hotel in Kathmandu. After time to get refreshed, bring you at head office and briefing about the program and evening we’ll pick up you for welcome dinner in one of the typical Nepalese restaurant with cultural program and overnight at Hotel.
