Hotels & Local lodge
11 Nights & 12 Days
Moderate
2,607 Meters & 8,553 Feet
Any number
March-May & Sep-Nov
Tamang Heritage Trail walking leads you to fascinating villages interwoven with ancient traditional farm life enriched with Buddhist culture, within the massive mountain range of Central Himalaya around Langtang and Ganesh Himal.
Tamang Heritage Trail is a short journey walking around the beautiful countryside just north of Kathmandu, the closest Himalayan range from the capital where one can immerse within the age-old customs and traditions of the ancient tribe of Nepal Himalaya the Tamang people.
Tamang of pre-Mongolian and Tibetan origin migrated to high areas of Nepal way back past thousand of centuries bringing in their master-crafts and artistic skills which you can observe on Tamang Heritage Trail around villages with houses decorated intricate carving on doors and windows.
Tamang was original a Horse-men as the name Ta means at present farmers and cattle herders as their occupation and committed to Buddhism religion as well practice ancient Bon sect of pre-Buddhism.
Starting our marvelous journey with a drive to Rasuwa district within Ganesh and Langtang Himal, where walk leads from the village of Syabrubesi heading from one nice village to another as route leads close to Tibet border of Rasuwagaddi near Kyirong frontier of Nepal and Tibet, where trade is still active on this old Trans-Himalayan Salt / Caravan Trade of two countries.
Enjoying views of peaks in the harmony of Tamang immense cultural villages and then our route leads back at Syabrubesi for the return drive to Kathmandu, after a fabulous and interesting time around Tamang Heritage Trail Trekking.
Distance : 5 km
Driving Time : 30 minutes
Max Altitude : 1,300m/4,265ft
Welcome to the Himalayan country of Nepal. It’s a panoramic thrill flying into Kathmandu on a clear day. The views of snow-capped mountain peaks sprawling down below you are almost ecstatic, beginning a whole chain of memorable experiences that stay with you for a long, long time. And as your plane hits the tarmac, our waiting support team will meet and greet you at the airport and escort you to your hotel. Welcome drinks will be served and after time in getting refreshed, that evening you will be invited to a welcome dinner in a typical Nepalese restaurant in the heart of Kathmandu. You will also receive a trip briefing before retiring for the night at the hotel.
Max Altitude : 1,300m/4,265ft
Today after breakfast we start a guided tour to several of the most historical and spiritual attractions in Kathmandu which are also listed as UNESCO World Heritage sites. We visit the historic Durbar Square, the famous ‘Monkey Temple’ (Swayambhunath) the sacred Hindu temple of Pashupatinath’ and Buddhist shrine (Bouddhanath), which is also one of the largest stupas in the world. At noon, you will be introduced to your trip guide and there will be a pre-trip discussion as well as provides opportunity to ask any last-minute questions you may have regarding your trip.
Driving Time : 7 hours
Max Altitude : 1,470m/4,822ft
We leave Kathmandu in the morning for Syabrubesi, a village which is also the starting point for treks into the Langtang valley. Our journey will be on a winding road through frequent switchbacks. On a clear day we get to enjoy outstanding views of Manaslu, Annapurna and Ganesh Himal. Our trip for today ends with a descent into the small village of Syabrubesi.
Walking Time : 5 hours
Max Altitude : 2,200m/7,217ft
The trek will starts from today. From Syabrubesi, you will hike across the Goljung Village enjoying views of the Ganesh Himal, Shishapangma, Langtang Lirung and others. You will reach Gatlang, a large village with traditional stone houses.
Walking Time : 6 hours
Max Altitude : 2,607m/8,553ft
You will begin today’s trek descending to Thangbuche and soak-in magnificent views of the Ganesh Himal and Langtang Ranges along the way. Next you will pass by the Chilime Hydropower dam and ascend until Tatopani. The name Tatopani means ‘hot water’ in Nepali owing to the natural hot springs. However, the hot springs are no longer there after the earthquake that hit Nepal in April 2015.
Walking Time : 6 hours
Max Altitude : 2,400m/7,874ft
You will trek from Tatopani to Thuman via Brimdang and Nagthali. Passing through the dense alpine forest, you will reach a small Tamang settlement of Brimdang. Its a few hours walk uphill until Nagthali hill. You can enjoy the mesmerizing views of Langtang, Sanjen, Kerung and Ganesh Himal as you trek downhill to the Tamang village of Thuman.
Walking Time : 6 hours
Max Altitude : 2,345m/7,693ft
You will have to trek to Briddim from Thuman via Lingling. Briddim is a Tibetan Buddhist village, located on the lap of the Langtang Himal. Here, you can visit the Dukchu Gomba monastery. In Briddim, you will notice that most of the houses are built by stones and are inhabited mostly by peoples of Tibetan origin.
Walking Time : 6 hours
Max Altitude : 2,350m/7,709ft
You will be trekking from Briddim to Lama Hotel. The trail descent to Ghopche Khola, a small stream. Via Rimche you will ascend to Lama Hotel, located on the banks of the Langtang River.
Walking Time : 4 hours
Max Altitude : 1,470m/4,822ft
After the breakfast, the trek will descend down to Syabrubesi via Wangel village. Today the trail will move along a gently descending path passing through villages, terraces, and magnificent views of surrounding hills.
Driving Time : 7 hours
Max Altitude : 1,300m/4,265ft
Today, after having breakfast, you’ll be driven back to Kathmandu with the splendid views of hills, mountains, terraces, and villages. You can take rest or explore Thamel in the evening.
Max Altitude : 1,300m/4,265ft
This will be a spare day in Kathmandu after the tiring trekking program. We can stroll around the streets in Thamel, a popular Tourist hub in Kathmandu for some souvenir shopping. You may also visit popular tourist attractions nearby. Either way, there will be celebration of an amazing trip, you will be our guests tonight as we host a farewell dinner at an excellent Nepalese restaurant in town.
Distance : 5 km
Driving Time : 30 minutes
After a great breakfast at your hotel, you are free until it is time for us to transfer you to the airport in time for your flight home. We bid farewell for now and until next time!
