Tsum Valley Trek - 17 days

When you arrive at the airport, staff from our organization will be waiting to meet you. We shall be there holding your name plate bearing the emblem of our business as soon as you complete all the processes and leave. 

We will transport you to your hotel after our meeting. For the remainder of the evening, you can explore the surrounding areas

After an early morning breakfast, we will head off to explore this bustling city of Kathmandu. Kathmandu is a city that is rich in it’s cultures and traditions. 

On this day, we will explore various cultural heritages and other places that will not only give you an understanding of the city’s culture and people but also its history. 

We will take you to explore places like Bhaktapur Durbar Square, Patan Durbar Square, Pashupatinath and more. Later in the evening, when the s-crossesghtseeing is done, you will have plenty of time to prepare for your trek. You can do any last minute shopping before your trek starts.

It takes 7-8 hours to drive from Kathmandu to Arughat, the beginning site of the Tsum Valley hike. Trekkers then go 14 kilometers along the Budhi Gandaki River to reach Soti Khola. The trail is level at first but gets higher as it gets closer to Soti Khola, passing through tiny settlements and woods. 

Due to its length and occasionally steep terrain, the first day of trekking usually takes 6-7 hours and requires a good degree of physical condition. Trekkers can spend the night at a teahouse in the charming village of Soti Khola before continuing their journey the next day.

Hike along the Budhi Gandaki River from Soti Khola to Jagat on the fifth day of the Manaslu Tsum Valley trip. The path passes through tiny villages, across suspension bridges, and begins with a slow rise along the riverbed. It is a tough ascent and descent. 

Following a difficult ascent to Dobhan, you'll return to the riverbed and pass other bridges to arrive in Jagat, a picturesque village situated at an elevation of 1,350 meters. Here, you may unwind, take in the views of the mountains, and sample Nepalese food before spending the night in a teahouse.

You will travel from Jagat to Chisopani on the fourth day of your Manaslu Tsum Valley trip, covering a distance of around 12 kilometers in 4 to 5 hours. 

You'll cross suspension bridges, travel through fields and small villages, and take in vistas of hills and mountains as you follow the Budhi Gandaki River upstream. 

The charming settlement of Chisopani, perched on a hill, provides breathtaking views of Sringi Himal and Ganesh Himal. Before carrying on with your journey, here is an ideal place to relax, adjust to the altitude, meet people, and become fully immersed in the customs and culture.

You will climb from Chisopani to Chumling today, where you will enter the gorgeous Tsum Valley, which is renowned for its breathtaking scenery and rich cultural legacy. The route winds down through woodlands with far-off vistas of the Shringi Himal. 

Following the permission registration process at Lokpa, the trail progressively climbs past traditional Tibetan villages and farmlands. 

After traveling over a suspension bridge to cross the Siyar Khola River, you'll arrive at Chumling, a little community with homestays and resorts overlooking Ganesh Himal. 

Before spending the night in a teahouse, explore the hamlet, engage with the residents, and learn about their distinctive culture.

You will travel 8 kilometers (approximately 4 to 5 hours) from Chumling to Chokhangparo today. With breathtaking views of the mountains, the walk meanders through woods of oak, rhododendron, and pine. 

The trail climbs sharply past towns like Gho and over a suspension bridge over the Siyar Khola River before arriving at Chokhangparo, which is 3,010 meters above sea level. The final permanent community in Tsum Valley, this town is well-known for its elaborate Buddhist architecture and traditional Tibetan-style homes. 

You'll meet amiable individuals along the way who are willing to share their experiences and let you into the real, unspoiled culture of Tsum Valley.

You will hike from Chokhangparo to Nile today, taking in the breathtaking scenery of Tsum Valley. The path begins with a high rise and then gently winds past little communities, each with its own distinct culture and lush green trees. 

As you advance, magnificent vistas of the Himalayan peaks materialize. At 3,361 meters, the lively community of Nile is well-known for its historic Buddhist monastery and cultural insights. You'll spend the night sleeping in a teahouse, taking in the tranquil ambiance of the area.

You climb from Nile to Mu Gompa today, taking in the beautiful landscape and rocky terrain. You climb to Mu Gompa by following the banks of the Siyar Khola river and passing through verdant woods of rhododendron, oak, and pine trees. 

Discover the distinctive local culture and take in the breathtaking views of the Manaslu mountain along the route. One of the most important cultural and religious sites in the Tsum Valley is Mu Gompa, which is home to a historic monastery that dates back more than a thousand years.

The Manaslu Tsum Valley itinerary usually includes sightseeing and a visit to Mu Gompa on the eleventh day. Mu Gompa is a Tibetan Buddhist monastery located in Tsum Valley, a rural area of Nepal. It is also among the region's oldest monasteries. 

Situated 3,700 meters above sea level, it is renowned for its exquisite paintings, historic relics, and stunning architecture.

It is possible to spend many hours strolling around the monastery and its surroundings, enjoying the tranquil surroundings and learning about the customs and history of the Tsum Valley. 

The monastery is home to a collection of antique Tibetan texts, sculptures, and other religious artifacts that demonstrate the way of life and beliefs of the local populace.

From Mu Gompa to Burgi, you will trek. The journey to Burgi is a quick and easy three to four hours, beginning with a visit to Mu Gompa and an observation of everyday life in the monastery. 

Along the walk, you'll pass Mu Gompa, cross a river, and climb to Burgi village while taking in the picturesque vistas of the mountains and verdant surroundings. 

At 3,245 meters above sea level, Burgi has tea houses and lodges for acclimatization where you may unwind, eat the local food, and experience the village way of life.

You will hike 7 km (about) in 4–5 hours from Burgi village to Chumling. The route crosses the Siyar Khola River via a suspension bridge after descending through trees of pine and rhododendron. 

You'll get vistas of the Ganesh Himal range and other Himalayan peaks as you pass terraced farms and quaint communities. 

At 2,386 meters above sea level, Chumling is a quaint town with stone homes and a monastery with breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains. In the evening, unwind at a teahouse while thinking back on your trip and making plans.

Trekking from Chumling to Philim will take you through charming rural communities and gorgeous scenery. The path meanders through Tsum Valley, which is bordered by the placid Siyar Khola river and decorated with vibrant prayer flags, chortens, and mani walls. 

You'll pass through typical Tibetan villages along the road, such as Gho and Shyamdo, which are distinguished by their slate-roofed stone homes and historic monasteries. 

At last, you will reach Philim, a little town at the confluence of the Philim and Budhi Gandaki rivers. Here, you will get the chance to see the area's natural splendor and get to know its friendly locals.

The route begins in the charming town of Philim, which is well-known for its beauty and abundance of cultural activities. From there, it descends in the direction of the Budhi Gandaki River, following its banks until it crosses over on a suspension bridge. 

The route eventually arrives in Khorla Besi after passing through a number of small settlements and the woods of rhododendron and bamboo. Nestled at the meeting point of the Budhi Gandaki and Siyar Khola rivers, this little settlement provides tea houses and lodgings for trekkers to stay in. 

A natural hot spring is another feature of Khorla Besi that is great for relieving sore muscles after a strenuous day of climbing.

Though shorter, the path from Khorla Besi to Soti Khola is no less difficult, with sharp ascents and descents along the Budhi Gandaki River and through verdant woods. 

Trekkers can take in breathtaking vistas of hills, mountains, and waterfalls as they pass past communities like Lapubesi. 

A strenuous ascent to Machhakhola and a subsequent descent to Soti Khola, where you may spend the night at a teahouse by the river, mark the conclusion of the day.

The Manaslu Trek comes to an end in the little settlement of Soti Khola, where the path leading back to Arughat begins. It is a moderate hike that takes three to four hours to complete from Soti Khola to Arughat. It travels through charming little villages, verdant forests, and mountain vistas.

Once you get to Arughat, which is renowned for its historic structures and vibrant local culture, you may stroll around the town and check out the handicraft and textile markets. After that, you return to Kathmandu after a six-hour trip through breathtaking landscape that offers vistas of imposing mountains and valleys.

We'll pick you up at the hotel, say our final goodbyes, and make arrangements for the car to send you off at the airport.