Langtang Heli Trek

Private group · 7 hours Today visit Boudhanath, Kathmandu Durbar Square and Pashupatinath with your tour guide. - Boudhanath Stupa, situated 11 Km. from the centre of Kathmandu, is one of the biggest in the world of its kind. It stands with four pairs of eyes in the four cardinal directions, keeping a lookout for righteous behaviour and human prosperity. This Buddhist stupa was built by King Man Deva at the advice of the Goddess Mani Jogini. It is built on an octagonal base and contains inset prayer wheels. The shrine is surrounded by the homes of Lamas, or Buddhist priests. - Kathmandu Durbar Square is the centre point of attraction of Kathmandu, the capital city of Nepal, also known as Kantipur. Here you will visit the temple of the living Goddess, who acknowledges the greetings of her devotees from the balcony of her temple residence, Kasthamandap - the source of the name Kathmandu (destroyed by the 2015 earthquake). It was allegedly made from the timber of a single tree. Next, on to the Durbar Square area with its array of temples overlooked by the Hanuman Dhoka Palace, the ancient palace of the Nepalese Royalty. - The Pashupatinath Temple is considered one of the holiest places for Hindus. It is located 6 km east of Kathmandu. The structure is a two-story building and is built in pagoda style. The site is a collection of temples, ashrams, images and inscriptions. The structures in this perimeter were raised over the centuries and lie right beside the banks of the holy Bagmati River. The temple has been on the UNESCO World Heritage Sites list since 1979.

After an early breakfast in Kathmandu, you'll begin a 7-8-hour road trip to Syabrubesi. The drive climbs high over ridges as it leaves the Kathmandu Valley, and provides impressive snow-capped views of the Annapurna Himalayas to the west, as well as Manaslu, Ganesh Himal and the minor peaks of the Langtang mountain region ahead. Keep your camera close as you'll also encounter rivers, terraced hillsides, and rustic villages as you head into this mountainous region.  You'll drive through the bustling town of Trisuli before climbing up towards Dunche. From Dunche, you'll head downhill for an hour to get to Syabrubesi for the night. Driving time: 7-8 hours Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Overnight: Syabrubesi

After breakfast in Syabru Besi, you'll begin today’s trek that crosses over the Bhote Kosi River—meaning ‘Tibet River’—which flows from nearby Tibet.  You'll follow the stone-paved main street out of town over Langtang Khola. After crossing the suspension bridge, the trail gradually ascends up to ‘Bamboo’ passing a famous old landslide. The trail continues through several sub-tropical forests and then joins the trail from Syabru Besi, before climbing through uninhabited oak and rhododendron forests. Keep an eye out for langur monkeys in the trees, as well as an abundance of wildlife such as yellow-throated martens, wild boars, and red pandas. The trail to Lama Hotel becomes steep in places but then ascends gently and finally levels off before you reach your overnight stay. Trekking time: 5-6 hours (7 miles / 11.3 km)  Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Overnight: Lama Hotel

The trail continues to climb through the forest, with occasional glimpses of Langtang Lirung between the trees. At Ghora Tabela (3,000 m. / 9,842 ft) the trail emerges from the forest and the mountains loom on either side of the valley. Once there was a Tibetan resettlement project here, but now it is a Nepal Army post with no permanent inhabitants. The trail continues to climb gently and the valley widens, passing a few temporary settlements used by herders who bring their livestock to graze in the high pastures during the summer. You will probably glimpse your first yak if you haven’t already. Trekking time: 4-5hours  Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Overnight: Langtang

We will trek to Kyanjin Gompa today. Kyanjin Gompa is a famous Buddhist monastery. The path to Kyanjin Gompa is full of prayer wheels, water mills, smaller shrines and stones with inscriptions written on them. Before we reach the village of Mundu, there is a large Mani wall with prayers written on them. This is the largest Mani wall in Nepal. There is a famous cheese factory near Kyanjin Gompa and we will enjoy fresh cheese here. We will get a beautiful view of Mt. Ganchempo and Langtang Lirung from Kyanjin Gompa (3,900 m). Trekking time: 3-4 hours (3.5 miles / 5.7 km) Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Overnight: Kyangjin Gompa

Kyangjin Ri is a popular trekking destination located in the Langtang Valley of Nepal. Panoramic views of the Langtang Himalayan range, including Langtang Lirung (7,227 meters), Yala Peak, and other peaks. The trek to Kyangjin Ri is relatively accessible and is a great option for trekkers who want to experience the beauty of the Himalayas without the crowds of more famous trekking routes like Everest Base Camp or Annapurna Circuit. Hike to Kyangjin Ri: On the acclimatization day, you can hike up to Kyangjin Ri. The trail from Kyangjin Gompa to the summit of Kyangjin Ri is steep and rocky, so make sure you have proper trekking gear. It usually takes 4-5 hours to reach the summit from Kyangjin Gompa. Enjoy the Views: Once you reach the summit of Kyangjin Ri, take in the breathtaking views of the Langtang Himalayan range and the surrounding landscapes. Don't forget to take plenty of photos! Upon your arrival at your hotel in Kyangjin, you will have some time to relax and have a final good meal. You will be picked up from there by helicopter to Kathmandu. Helicopter Tour from Kyangjin to Kathmandu With the helicopter ride, it will take around 30mins to reach the domestic terminal from Kyanjin Gompa. You will be flying from 4084m Kyanjin Gompa to 1400m Kathmandu. One will fly above the Langtang National Park admiring the close view of highland human settlements, terrace farms, dramatic landscapes and the mountain view in a very short period of time. If lucky, you can encounter wildlife including the Himalayan tahr, red panda, snow leopard, musk deer, and many more during the early morning. After your arrival in Kathmandu; you will be transferred to your hotel.

Fly from Kathmandu to Chitwan Flight · 25 minutes -This morning after breakfast, you'll head to the domestic airport in Kathmandu, where you will board your plane for the short flight to the Terai region and Chitwan National Park. -The name ‘Terai’ refers to the extensive plains in the southern part of Nepal – this area is the most northern extension of the great Gangetic plains of India, land that was won and lost in decades of struggle, and shares both Indian and Nepali characteristics and culture. -From the airport, it's a one-hour drive to your jungle lodge. Spread over 30 acres, the Barahi Jungle Lodge offers 35 deluxe boutique guest rooms, built as individual and two-in-one private villas. The works of Tharu artisans adorn all of the spacious rooms, each with its own private balcony overlooking the Chitwan canopy and the Rapti River. -Upon your arrival at the hotel, you will have some time to refresh yourself and then we will start the half-day sightseeing tour. -explore tharu village -jeep safari & crocodile breeding centre - cultural evening

Today's program will be: -8.00 breakfast -9.30 canoe trip & elephant breeding centre -12.00 lunch -1.00 jungle walk -4.00 elephant bath & sunset drinks -7.00 dinner

After breakfast in Chitwan, you'll be transferred to Bharatpur airport and return to Kathmandu by flight.  Once you're back in Kathmandu, you'll be transferred to your hotel where the rest of the day is yours. Explore the city's streets on foot, bicycle, or rickshaw, perhaps shopping for souvenirs or seeing anything you may have missed at the beginning of your trip. Flight time: 25 minutes

It's time to say farewell to Nepal. Enjoy your last moments in Kathmandu with breakfast in a café, a final stroll through the narrow alleys and temples, and some final souvenir shopping. A driver will be waiting _________________________________________________________________________ A Leading Expert for Trekking, Tours & Expedition in Nepal, Tibet, Bhutan & India for you at your hotel to take you to the airport for your return flight home. It's best to be at the airport at least two hours prior to departure.