Itinerary Detail

Day 01: Arrival in  Kathmandu
Arrival in the Kathmandu airport (TIA), you will be greeted by a representative from Adventure Mission Nepal (AMN) and transfer to hotel .we will be discussing about the trek in details. In the evening we will organized a welcome dinner at Nepalese restaurant with traditional style and food. Overnight at hotel.

Day 2: Sightseeing of Kathmandu Valley
We start a guided tour to several of the most historical and spiritual attractions in Kathmandu. Some of these landmarks include the World Heritage Sites: the historic Durbar Square, the sacred Hindu temple of Pashupati Nath, the famous 'Monkey Temple' (Swaymbunath) and Buddhists shrine (Buddha Nath) which is one of the largest Stupas in the world. In the afternoon, there will be a pre-trip discussion about the trek and equipments regarding the upcoming trek. Overnight at hotel

Day 03: From Kathmandu drive to Arughat Bazaar by bus (7-8 hrs) and trek to Arkhet Bazar (2 hrs)
We take a 7- 8 hrs bus ride to Arughat bazaar in Gorkha district. The village of Arughat is in two parts, on opposite sides of the Budi Gandaki. From the stop we trek for two hours to Arkhet bazaar. We pass through Gurung and Magar villages and terraced fields along the way .we stay overnight at camp.

Day 04: Arkhet Bazar to Machha Khola (6 hrs)
The trail follows to Machha Khola. Machha Khola is a village situated above a stream with the same name. We stay overnight at tented camp.

Day 05: Machha Khola to Yaru khola (6 hrs)
We trek to Yaru Khola. The village of Yaru Khola at 1,330m near the Budi Gandaki River. The river meanders serenely among gravel bars. We stay overnight at tented camp.

Day 06: Yaru khola to Lokpa (6-7 hrs)
We trek to Lokpa. Lokpa is the first village as you enter the Tsum Valley. The local people are farmers and grow potatoes, gucchi mushrooms and soya beans. We stay overnight at tented camp.

Day 07: Lokpa to Chumling (Lower Tsum) (4-5 hrs)
We trek to Chumling Tanjo. We can see the Baudha Himal (6672m) and Ganesh Himal. Chumling has three monasteries: Panago Gumba, Mani Dhungyur and Gurwa Gumba. We stay overnight at tented camp.

Day 08 Chumling to Chhokangparo (Upper Tsum) (7 hrs)
We trek to Chhokangparo. Upper Tsum valley opens from Chhokangparo, where we can see the hospitality of local Tibetan people. We stay overnight at tented camp.

Day 09: Chhokangparo to Nile/Chhule, visit Milarepa Piren Phu Cave on the way (4-5 hrs)
We trek to Nile/ Chulle. This is the last village heading north in the upper Tsum Valley. Nile is on the western, sun-side of the Shiar Khola, about 20 minutes walk across from Chhule.On the way we pass the Piren Phu cave is one of the most sacred caves in the Tsum valley. Milarepa, the famous Tibetan saint, was believed to have meditated here .Beautiful views can be had of the Shiar Khola, Rachen Gumba , the mountains and settlements. we stay overnight at tented camp.

Day 10: Nile/Chhule to Mu Gompa (3700 m), visit Dhephyudonma Gompa (4060 m) (4-5 hrs)
Dephyudonma gumba is one of the oldest monasteries in the Tsum Valley and is situated in the rugged mountains, a 2 hr walk from the village of Chhule and Nile. We stay overnight at camp sites.

Day 11: Mu Gompa to Rachen Gompa, visit Gonhgye Gompa (Nyigma-pa Buddhist sect) (5 hrs)
The trail ascends to Mu Gumba, the largest monastery in the region. Mu Gumba is located at the highest and farthest point in the Tsum Valley. We can view the scenery of beautiful village and stay overnight at camp.

Day 12: Rachen Gompa to Dumje (6-7 hrs)
Rachen Gompa is one of the largest nunneries in the Tsum Valley, with 80 nuns currently studying. It was established in 1905AD. Dhumje is a small village with about eight houses and adjoining cattle shed. We stay overnight at camp sites.

Day 13: Dumje to Philim (cross Ripchet) (7-8 hrs)
We trek to Phillim and cross Ripchet. Through the way the most beautiful falls in the Lower Tsum Valley, Samba Tingding Chhupyang are seen. Phillim, at 1550m, is a large Gurung village .The trail that climbs through the village and heads up over the ridge leads to Ganesh Himal Base camp. We stay overnight at camp.

Day 14: Phillim to Tatopani (7-8 hrs)
We trek to Tatopani. There is a hot spring at Tatopani we can enjoy in the hot spring for recreation, we stay overnight camp.

Day 15: Tatopani to Lapubeshi (6-7 hrs)
We trek to Lapubeshi, a Gurung Village. We pass through terraced fields and tropical waterfalls. We camp at the village.

Day 16: Lapubeshi to Arughat Bazar (5-6 hrs)
As we make our way from Lapubeshi to Arughat Bazar, on the same trail. We stay overnight at camp.

Day 17: Drive to Kathmandu by bus (6-7 hrs)
We drive to Kathmandu. Spend the leisure time on your own shopping and recreation. Overnight at hotel.

Day 18: Departure
Approximately 3 hours before your scheduled flight a representative from ADVENTURE MISSION NEPAL will transfer you to the airport for your destination.

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