10-day Langtang Valley Trek from Kathmandu: Glaciers & Peaks

Walk through rhododendron forests to glaciers and Buddhist monasteries

A 10-day trek through Langtang Valley near Kathmandu, Nepal, with an authorized guide, all meals and lodge accommodation included. The route climbs from Syabrubesi through dense forests and Tamang settlements to Kyanjin Gompa, where you explore monasteries, a cheese factory and views of Langtang peaks and glaciers. Airport pickup, hotel stays in Kathmandu, permits and a welcome dinner with cultural performance are included. International airfare is separate.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu

• Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport
• Meet airport representative
• Transfer to hotel by private vehicle
• Nepalese cuisine welcome dinner in Thamel

Day 2: Drive to Syabrubesi by jeep

• Breakfast at hotel
• Drive from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi (7 hours)
• Overnight at local tea house

Day 3: Trek to Lama Hotel

• Breakfast at tea house
• Trek along Langtang River through forest
• Cross suspension bridges
• Stay overnight at Lama Hotel lodge

Day 4: Trek to Langtang Village

• Ascend through rhododendron, oak, pine forests
• View snow peaks and grazing animals
• Arrive at Langtang Village
• Overnight at local tea house

Day 5: Trek to Kyanjin Gompa

• Short trek to Kyanjin Gompa (3 hours)
• Visit cheese factory and monasteries
• Overnight at local tea house

Day 6: Explore Kyanjin Gompa area

• Visit old Buddhist monasteries
• Walk to view Langtang peaks and glaciers
• Optional walk to Tserko Ri for panoramic views
• Return to lodge for overnight

Day 7: Trek back to Lama Hotel

• Breakfast at tea house
• Trek downhill through forest and Tamang settlements
• Overnight at Lama Hotel tea house

Day 8: Trek back to Syabrubesi

• Breakfast at tea house
• Trek downhill through lush vegetation
• Overnight at local tea house in Syabrubesi

Day 9: Drive back to Kathmandu

• Breakfast at tea house
• Drive from Syabrubesi to Kathmandu by jeep/bus
• Transfer to hotel and freshen up
• Optional shopping or dining in Thamel
• Overnight at 3-star hotel in Kathmandu

Day 10: Departure from Nepal

• Breakfast at hotel
• Transfer to international airport
• Catch flight home or onwards

The experience

The trek starts with a 7-hour drive north from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi by local jeep, following the Trisuli River through foothills where you catch glimpses of Ganesh Himal and Tibet peaks. From there, the walking begins: a five-day ascent through dense bamboo and rhododendron forests, past waterfalls and suspension bridges, climbing alongside the Langtang River. The trail passes through ethnic Tamang settlements and grazing pastures where yaks, cows and horses roam, each day gaining elevation until you reach Kyanjin Gompa at 3,870m: the last human settlement in the valley and a centuries-old Buddhist monastery.

At Kyanjin, you have a full exploration day to visit the old monasteries, walk to the cheese factory (which produces cheese sold across Nepal), and hike to Tserko Ri for panoramic views of Langtang glaciers and the icy peaks that define the region. The valley is surrounded by glaciers on all sides: Langtang Lirung, Langtang Ri, Dorje Lakpa, Langshisa Ri and Langtang Himal all visible from the high points. The descent retraces the route downhill over two days back to Syabrubesi, then a final jeep ride returns you to Kathmandu for an overnight stay before your departure.

You stay in local tea houses and lodges throughout the trek, with three meals provided each day. An experienced, government-authorized guide leads the group, and the operator supplies a first aid kit, duffel bag and sleeping bag if needed. The package includes airport and hotel transfers by private vehicle, two nights in a 3-star Kathmandu hotel with breakfast, a welcome dinner at a local restaurant with cultural dance, all entry permits, and a trek completion certificate.

What’s included

• Experienced, English-speaking government-authorized trekking guide.
• all meals during the trek (breakfast, lunch, dinner).
• local tea house and lodge accommodation on the trek.
• 2 nights in a 3-star Kathmandu hotel with breakfast.
• airport and hotel transfers by private vehicle.
• 7-hour local jeep transport from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi and back.
• all trekking permits and entry fees.
• welcome dinner with cultural dance performance.
• first aid kit.
• duffel bag and sleeping bag (provided if needed).
• trek completion certificate.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 00:15

Book up to4h before

AgesAdult (15 to 65 years) · Under 15: can't be included in the booking

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 2 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 4 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical levelNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by Glorious Himalaya Trekking Pvt. Ltd.

Is this one for you?Book this 10-day version if you want to reach the glaciers and explore Kyanjin Gompa thoroughly: the extra time compared to shorter treks lets you spend a full day at the highest point and walk to Tserko Ri without rushing, so the high views and the monasteries stay in focus instead of being a single afternoon stop.

Traveler reviews

4.96★★★★★★★★★★

23 verified traveler reviews

5 ★22

4 ★1

3 ★0

2 ★0

1 ★0

Read all the reviews ›

Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

How high does the Langtang Valley Trek climb?

The trek reaches Kyanjin Gompa at 3,870m (12,697 feet), the highest point and the last settlement in the valley. The starting elevation in Kathmandu is 1,400m, so the total gain is significant. Moderate fitness is required.

What is Kyanjin Gompa and what can I do there?

Kyanjin Gompa is a centuries-old Buddhist monastery at the head of Langtang Valley. You visit the old monasteries, tour the local cheese factory (famous across Nepal), and hike to viewpoints like Tserko Ri to see the surrounding glaciers and snow-capped peaks up close.

How many days do I actually spend trekking versus traveling by jeep?

Five days are spent trekking uphill to Kyanjin Gompa, one full day exploring around Kyanjin, and two days trekking downhill back to Syabrubesi. Two days are spent driving by local jeep (7 hours each way between Kathmandu and Syabrubesi), and two days are in Kathmandu for arrival and departure.

What meals are included during the trek?

All three meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) are provided every day while you are on the trek. The welcome dinner in Kathmandu on arrival includes a cultural dance performance at a local restaurant.

Do I need to arrange my own guide and permits?

No. An experienced, Nepal government-authorized trekking guide is included, and all applicable entry and trekking permits are covered in the package price. The guide speaks English.

What is the Langtang Valley known for?

The valley is renowned for its wilderness, rhododendron forests, high waterfalls, and views of snow-capped Himalayan peaks. It is also called the Valley of Glaciers because it is surrounded by glaciers on all sides, and it resembles the Tibetan highlands. The region is a hub for eco-tourism and home to ethnic Tamang settlements.