Arrival in Kathmandu1400m/4594ft.

Our personnel will greet you and take you to your accommodations. When you arrive, our airport representative will go over the program with you.

UNESCO heritage sightseeing and trip Preparation

Today, we spend our time making sure that every piece of equipment is ready for the journey. We also take our time getting all the permits required for this journey.

The Valley of Kathmandu The early morning will see the start of the tour of the sights. This will be our first visit to the hallowed Pashupatinath temple. Devoted to Lord Shiva, Pashupatinath is one of the four most important sacred sites in Asia for his devotees. Since a Shiva lingam was discovered there at the start of the millennium, the location itself is thought to have existed. The Malla monarchs later renovated the structure, which was first built in the fifth century. For the Hindu population, this location—which is close to the banks of the Bagmati River—has enormous sacred significance.The Pashupatinath temple is built in the pagoda style of architecture and contains many smaller shrines outside the main temple. There are also a lot of Hindu cremations, which are sometimes visible.

The itinerary’s next visit is the hallowed Bouddhanath stupa. The Buddhist Boudha Stupa, one of the largest and most recognizable stupas in the world, towers over the landscape.Due to the large-scale migration of Tibetan refugees, more than fifty Gompas (Tibetan monasteries) have been constructed in the Bouddhanath area. The Stupa is situated near the ancient trade route that connects Tibet with the town of Sankhu, which is situated in the northeastern portion of the Kathmandu Valley. Tibetan traders have rested and offered prayers here for many years. The vicinity of Boudhanath became home to a large number of the Tibetan refugees who arrived in Nepal in the 1950s. The stupa is said to contain the remains of Kassapa Buddha.

The next stop on the agenda is Kathmandu’s Durbar Square. The square is known as Hanuman Dhoka Durbar Square because of the statue of Hanuman, the monkey devotee of Lord Ram, that is located next to the royal palace entrance. The Durbar at Durbar Square served as the royal residence of Nepal until the 19th century and was the site of important occasions such as the coronation of the nation’s monarchs.The palace, which is decorated with finely carved wooden windows and panels, is home to the King Tribhuwan Memorial Museum and the Mahendra Museum.

The plaza’s temples and palaces have regularly undergone restorations following weather-related damage or neglect. There are now less than ten quadrangles in the square.On April 25, 2015, an earthquake with an estimated magnitude of 7.9 occurred in the region, severely injuring the Square and demolishing numerous structures. The earliest temples in the square were built by King Mahendra Malla (1560–1574). These are the temples of Taleju, Kotilingeswara Mahadev, Mahendreswara, and Jaggannath. The Square saw an increase in the number of temples and monuments built in its honor as many rulers came to power over time. It is one of the most stunning examples of Newa architecture and Nepalese art.

The Swayambhunath Stupa, the tour’s last stop will be an ancient sacred building situated atop a hill in the Kathmandu Valley, west of Kathmandu city. Swayambhunath is perhaps the most renowned of all the Buddhist pilgrimage sites, especially among Tibetans and followers of Tibetan Buddhism. We stumbled up the last few steps, gasping and sweating, and I almost fell over the biggest vajra (thunderbolt scepter) I had ever seen. Past this Vajra was the stupa’s vast, round, white dome, which like a full, solid skirt. Two enormous Buddha eyes were poised atop the dome, looking intelligently down on the peaceful valley that was just beginning to come alive. The complex consists of a stupa and other shrines and temples, some of which are from the Licchavi era.

Fly to Nepalgunj 150m/492ft.

First, we get an early flight to Nepalgunj. In South Western Nepal, in the Terai lowlands, Nepalgunj is unbearably hot in the summer and freezing in the winter. Nepalgunj is only 8 km from the Indian border. The main modes of transportation include horse carts, electric rickshaws, and cycle rickshaws. One of the most significant Hindu temples in Nepal is Bageswari Temple, which is well worth a visit.

Flight to Simikot and trek to Dharapuri

It takes 60 minutes to complete the 208-kilometer flight from Nepalgunj to Simikot.Tibetans welcome guests with three blobs of butter and a white silk scarf, according to highly symbolic customs. Simikot is the administrative hub of the Humla district, situated in Nepal’s mid-western Karnali Zone at a height of 2910 meters above sea level. It is the gateway to Mount Kailash, Western Tibet, and Mansarovar. A blend of Humla and Tibetan culture presents many fascinating opportunities for exploration.Simikot enjoys a pleasant and cozy atmosphere. The rest of the year is mostly mild, though there may be snowfall in the winter. At Simikot, the real journey starts.

Trek to Kermi

The river would be our ally since we follow the Karnali River as we approach our destination. We follow the river’s winding route, which occasionally drops back down to the point where the pathway nearly reaches the water’s level and other times has a high slope with the river well below us. Here and there, we travel through narrow gorges with sheer, rocky walls. The crops that grow in the fields we go through next are mostly potatoes, rice, buckwheat, and barley.

In the afternoon, we reach the two natural hot springs. We relax and take a rest at the springs. We then continue on and arrive at a prominent Kermi village. There’s a small agricultural village on the way that is exclusively Buddhist. There are two notable monasteries close to Kermi: Lhundrup Choeling Gompa and Laikyo Gompa.

Trek to Yalbang

Namkha Khyung Dzong Monastery is the biggest monastery in the region, housing 130 monks in addition to a clinic and school.

Today’s track is almost entirely level and winds past fields that are planted with barley and buckwheat. We go via a little pass, then descend to the Sali River, which we cross on an iron suspension bridge. Beneath the trail’s magnificent pine trees lies the emerald-green Karnali River, which is overlooked along the path. Along the way, caravans of mules and dzopas—a hybrid between a yak and a cow—carrying goods for trade may come into view. The majority of the traders and visitors come from the eastern regions of Simikot, the Nyinba Valley. They visit Taklakot, which is just across the border with Tibet, on a regular basis to buy and sell products for trade.

We hike for five or six hours and come to this beautiful settlement. One beautiful monastery perched above the settlement is the Namkha Khyung Dzong Monastery, the biggest in the area. Beside the monastery is a big boulder with an engraved Tibetan mantra on it. They receive orientation and explanations from a Buddhist monk. They extend an invitation for tea upstairs. You are welcome to attend the daily Buddhist prayer services at 7 a.m. and 4 p.m.

Trek to Chala

We travel to Yalbang early in the morning. We follow Puiyan Khola downstream after crossing the Karnali River via the suspension bridge. The path is made more joyful and enjoyable by its surroundings. As we get closer to Syakup Lek / Syakup La, which is 4,214 meters above sea level, we gradually pick up speed. After there, we begin to descend toward Chala. It’s one of the best places to discover local culture and learn about the way of life.

Trek to Karang Khola/Labuk Depsa

The route splits into two directions from Chala: one goes to Syakup Langa and the other to Karang Khola. We head west with the second one. We travel through the valley of Karang Khola. We continue on our trail, which descends to Labuk Depsa in the west.

Trek to Base Camp

We started off toward the Northern Base Camp, which is situated close to Saipal Himal’s Northern Glacier (7,031 m). We then cross Karang Khola, a Northern Saipal Glacier tributary. We keep going up a challenging series of climbs and descents that take us to base camp. We sprint up beside Phirankoph Khola as we cross the Himalayan pathways coated in snow. We reach Northern Saipal Base Camp after traveling along the valley and via a few summer crops.

Exploration/Rest Day

We get up a little earlier today to witness and take in the breathtaking vista before the sun rises. As soon as the Himalayas receive their first dose of sunlight, they begin to become golden. The trip is made more beautiful by Mt. Saipal (7,031m), Api Himal (7,132m), and Phirankoph Chuli (6,730m). We take our time to go around the base camp, take in the scenery, snap pictures, get to know the snow, and more. The skyline is adorned with breathtaking views and perspectives.

Trek back to Karang Khola

Today, we say goodbye to the beautiful base camp and head back to Karang Khola. Our journey begins as we head down the trail that hugs the glacial moraines. We take the winding route that leads down to the Karang Khola Valley. We make our way to the bank of Karang Khola. We reach our campsite, where we spend the night in tents, after crossing the river.

Trek back to Yalbang/Salle Khola

Trek begins early since the path is both longer and more thrilling. We move in the direction of Yalbang. After leaving Karang Khola, the route continues till Syakup La Pass (4,214 meters), where visitors can take in views of the Saipal Himalayas. We follow the Puiyan Khola riverbank towards the suspension bridge that spans the Karnali River, cross it, and go to Chala. We ramp up our pace and travel to Yalbang for the night after stopping for a quick nap at Chala. The voyage today is the longest.

Trek back to Dharapuri

After leaving Yalbang, we go through the buckwheat and barely farms as we progressively ascend across the Nepali plains. As we return to the mountainous area, the Karnali River accompanies us and we are greeted by verdant forests and bucolic scenery. We travel all the way downhill to Dharapuri after arriving at the village of Kermi.

Trek back to Simikot

On our final day of travel, we make our way back to Simikot. We follow the same path back to Simikot, winding through lush, green trees and a picturesque rural landscape. We go more swiftly and easily, arriving in Simikot without much delay. When time allows, we take in the local cuisine and stroll about the neighborhood before raising a glass to a successful trek completion.

Fly back to Nepalgunj then Kathmandu

It’s time to say goodbye to the mountains and head back to Nepalgunj. From Nepalgunj, we take another plane back to Kathmandu. In the fifty-five minutes we had to say farewell to the Himalayas, for the last time. As soon as we get to the temple city of Kathmandu, we head back to the hotel for refreshments.

Free Day

Are free at this time. Picking your own path is entirely up to you. You are free to hang out at the hotel or explore the surrounding areas. Take pleasure in the diversity of Nepalese customs and ways of living. We advise sampling some Newari food while you’re out and about the city.

Departure/You will be transferred to Airport for your onward flight

A member of our staff will transport you to the airport around three hours before to the planned departure.