Nar Phu Valley Trek

Day 01 : Arrive at Tribhuwan International Airport (TIA) Kathmandu

You will be picked up by our airport representative and transferred to a hotel for check in. You will then be explained about the program further. There are no planned activities for the day. Enjoy your stay at the hotel.

Day 02 : Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing Tour

Today, we start our sightseeing tour in Kathmandu Valley which includes the cultural heritages in Kathmandu valley i.e. Kathmandu Durbar Square, Swayambhunath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa and Pasupatinath Temple. Enjoy the artistic palace, art, culture, paintings and history of Nepal. Overnight at hotel, breakfast included.

Day 03 : Drive Kathmandu to Synge/Jagat (1100m) Duration: 8 hrs

After breakfast, we drive to Beshisahar. We then take a local jeep from Beshisahar to Syange. This drive gives you some insights about the rural people, their lifestyle and their culture. From Syange, we start our trek. We walk to Jagat. Overnight at Guesthouse, Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included.

Day 04 : Trek to Dharapani (1960m) Duration: 6 hrs

After breakfast, we leave Jagat. Our trail winds up to Chyamje. After crossing a suspension bridge, the trail goes uphill through the Oak forest. We continue walking for a while until the trail emerges into a valley. We pass a village of Kodo and ascend to a village of Dharapani. Overnight at Guesthouse, Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included.

Day 05 : Trek to Koto (2610m) Duration: 6 hrs

A difficult trek today, up and over two hills, through apple orchards and Manangi villages. Manaslu, Himchuli, Lamjung Himal and Annapurna II are amongst some of the magical mountains on view today. Overnight stay at the local-house, Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included.

Day 06 : Trek to Meta (3560m) Duration: 7 hrs

A trek through a thick pine and rhododendron forest, following the Naar Khola River brings us to Meta. We will not see any lodges or teahouses until we get to Meta so we will bring a packed lunch with us from Koto. Overnight stay at the local-house, Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included

Day 07 : Trek to Phu Gaon (4250m) Duration: 7 hrs

We follow the Phu Khola, through an almost desert valley, enjoying stunning views of Kangaroo Mountain, Pokharkan and Amotsang Himal. It is a gradual incline today, not too difficult. The first migrants from Tibet settled in Phu Gaon nearly 200 years ago, we will stay here for the night in a very basic, local teahouse, breakfast, lunch and dinner included.

Day 08 : Acclimatization day in Phu Gaon

We will stay an extra day here to acclimatize to the increasing elevation. We can wonder around the town, talk to the local people and visit the ancient monastery that was built by the first Tibetan migrants. basic, local teahouse, breakfast, lunch and dinner included.

Day 09 : Trek to Nar (4110m) Duration: 07 hrs

We again take a packed lunch, as there will be no lodges or restaurants along the way today. We descend to Mahayandra Pool. The old King of Nepal once visited here and financed the bridge you will see crossing the River Naar Khola. We then take a steep descent all the way to Nar where we will stay in a teahouse for the night. Breakfast, lunch and dinner included.

Day 10 : Rest and acclimatization day

We will see amazing panoramic views from here of Pisang Peak, Kangaroo, Pokharkan and Amodsang Himal as we relax for the day before some more strenuous trekking in the. We can take a short 2 hour hike to help us acclimatize and for some more pleasant mountain vistas. Overnight at the tea-house, breakfast, lunch and dinner included.

Day 11 : Trek to Ngwal (3660m) via the Kangla Pass (5322m) Duration: 8 hrs

A challenging day ahead, we need to leave Ngwal by 4 am to be able to conquer today’s difficult trek. A gradual incline for 2 hours before we will need to scramble up a steep, rocky track. You will not be disappointed when you reach the top and all your efforts will be worth it, you will be awestruck by a mountain paradise. 360 degree, panoramic views of these snow-capped, majestic mountains await you. We then descend down a very steep track to Ngwal and our teahouse for the night. Overnight at the tea-house, breakfast, lunch and dinner included

Day 12 : Trek to Manang (3540m) Duration: 4 hrs

A well-deserved and welcomed easy trekking route today, through the pine forest and local Manang and Gurung villages. Manang is one of the main villages in the area and is the home to a very beautiful monastery. We stay the night in a local teahouse. The level of accommodation now improves and probably seems quite luxurious compared to the teahouses of the previous nights in the more remote regions. Overnight at the Guesthouse, breakfast, lunch and dinner included.

Day 13 : Sightseeing in Manang village

We spend our time visiting monastery, side trip to Gangapurna Lake and doing some excursions with the wonderful views around the villages. We can also visit Himalayan Rescue Association Clinic. Overnight at Guesthouse, Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included.

Day 14 : Trek to Yak Kharka (4,110m) Duration: 3 - 4 hours

From Manang village, the trail crosses a stream, climbs to a village of Tenki above Manang, and then continues to climb out of the Marshyangdi Valley turning northwest up the valley of Jarsang Khola. The trail follows this valley northward, passing a few pastures, a scrub of juniper trees, as it steadily gains elevation. The trail further passes near the small village of Ghunsa, a cluster of flat mud roofs just below the trailhead.

Now the trail goes through meadows where horses and yaks graze. After crossing a small river on a wooden bridge, the trail passes an ancient old Mani wall in a pleasant meadow and then reaches another small village of Yak Kharka. Little but Gradual ascent is the key to avoiding altitude problems. Overnight at Guesthouse, breakfast, lunch and dinner included.

Day 15 : Trek to Thorong Phedi (4,600m) Duration: 3 - 4 hrs

We make our way to the foot of the pass, Throng Phedi today. Thorong Phedi is a small busy settlement catering to the needs of tired trekkers and climbers.

Trekkers like us use this point as a base camp. Some visitors also attempt a hike to the High Camp today so that the next day can be easier for them.

But, Himalayan Glacier's team leader does not advise for this. Although we will have a tough day tomorrow, we stop at Thorong Phedi so that we can sleep sound rather than a risky sleep in higher altitude at High Camp. Overnight at Thorong Phedi. Overnight at Guesthouse, breakfast, lunch and dinner included.

Day 16 : Trek to Muktinath (3800m) crossing over Thorong La Pass (5416m) Duration: 7/8 hrs

Today, early in the morning, we start our climb to the pass. The initial stage of the ascend is very steep. As we approach the peak it becomes much sloppier. After making our way through rocky ridges, we will be on the top of the pass (5416m).

The top offers an unexplainable 360 degree panorama of snow capped peaks extending northwards into Tibet. Looking back, we can view several peaks of Annapurna and in front of us is the unfathomable gorge of Kali Gandaki. Our trail then descends steeply down to Muktinath (3800m) an important pilgrimage sight for Hindus. It is a home to many ethnic Tibetans and holy Buddhists as well. Overnight at Guesthouse, Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included.

Day 17 : Trek to Jomsom (2600m) Duration: 5 hrs

After our visit to the holy temple of Muktinath, we make our way to Jomsom. Overnight at Guesthouse, Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included.

Day 18 : Fly back to Pokhara

We take a morning flight to Pokhara. Upon arrival, we check in the hotel. You can spend the day exploring the Pokhara city. Overnight at Hotel, breakfast included.

Day 19 : Drive back to Kathmandu

Today, we drive back to Kathmandu by tourist bus. After a six hours drive, we will be in Kathmandu. Overnight at Hotel, Breakfast included.

Day 20 : Leisure day

Today is a leisure day. You can either rest or explore the Kathmandu city, as per your inclination. You can also use the day for shopping. Overnight at hotel, Breakfast included.

Day 21 : Farewell

Approximately 3 hours before the scheduled flight, a representative from the Nepal Hiking Team will take you to the airport for your onward journey.