Trekking in Nepal

The Tsum Valley is situated in the northern Gorkha district of Nepal, surrounded by the Buddha Himal with Himal Chuli to the west, Ganesh Himal to the south and Sringi Himal to the north. Tsum is one of the eight sacred valleys (called Beyuls) in the inner Himalayas and owes its genesis to the 8th century Buddhist saint Padmasmbhava. Legend has it that Padmasambhava created beyuls as a refuge for people fleeing from the adverse effects of war, famine or religious persecution. Saturated with Buddhist culture, these valleys uphold religious values and help preserve a lost way of life. Tsum valley is inhabited by Tsumbas, an indigenous community and together with the majestic back drops of the famous Ganesh Himal, Sringi Himal and Buddha Himal, this serene valley carries a history of ancient Himalayan civilization styles; culture, art, tradition, religion, customs and thinking.

The Tsum Valley landscape is dotted with mani walls, chortens and kaanis (gateway chortens). Chortens are Buddhist religious monuments, also known as stupas, which are distinct features in Tsum Valley. They are erected to ward off evil spirits from places that are identified as thresholds such as confluences and bridges or to commemorate the visit or death of historic figures, lamas or even relatives. Kaanis are also called gateway chortens placed before the entry of any village which travelers are supposed to walk through. Mani walls are long walls made of mani stones i.e. stones with carved mantras. The main purpose of these mani walls is to ask the help of the gods for the well-being of travelers.

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,345m)

Day 2: Visit old town of Kathmandu

Day 3: Drive from Kathmandu to Arughat (640m, Drive 8 hours)

Day 4: Trek from Arughat to Soti Khola (775m, walk 6 -7 hours)

Day 5: Trek from Soti Khola to Machha Khola (900m, walk 6 hours)

Day 6: Trek from Machha Khola to Doban (1000 m, walk 7 hours)

Day 7: Trek from Doban to Philim (1590 m, walk 6 hours)

Day 8: Trek from Philim to Chumling (Lower Tsum- 2300 m, walk 7 hours)

Day 9: Chumling to Chhokangparo (Upper Tsum – 3010 m, walk 5.30 hours)

Day 10: Trek from Chhokangparo to Nile/Chhule (3362 m, walk 6 hours)

Day 11: Nile/Chhule to Mu Gompa (3700 m, walk 4 hours)

Day 12: Extra day for excursion

Day 13: Mu Gompa to Rachen Gompa (3240 m, walk 5 hours)

Day 14: Rachen Gompa to Dumje (2440 m, walk 6 hours)

Day 15: Dumje to Philim (1590 m and cross Ripchet / walk 6 hours

Day 16: Philim to Tatopani (1335 m, walk 6 hours)

Day 17: Tatopani to Soti Khola (775m, walk 6 hours)

Day 18: Soti Khola to Arughat Bazar (640m, walk 6 hours)

Day 19: Drive from Arughat Bazar to Kathmandu (1,345m, drive 7-8 hours)

Day 20: Leisure day in Kathmandu

Day 21: Departure from Nepal

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• 17 Nights/ 18 Days Tea House/Local Guest House trek at Manaslu region Tusm Valley Trek in a double occupancy on full board (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) with Sherpa Guide and 1 Porter for 2 Guest
• ACAP, Manaslu conservation area permit
• TIMS card fee
• All the necessary transfers by private vehicle escorted with English speaking local guide
• Surface transfer Kathmandu – Aaru Ghat and Aaru Ghat – Kathmandu by private vehicle as per the itinerary

• Nepalese Visa
• International/Domestic airfare
• Special Manaslu permit (quoted separately)[Subject to change if revised]
• Items of personal nature such as bar bills, alcoholic beverages, laundry, telephone calls, extra mileage, personal gratuities as tips to guide, porters, drivers etc.
• Personal insurance policy – suggested a comprehensive travel insurance covering tour and flight cancellations, loss of valuables, thefts, illness, accidents and hospitalization
• Excess baggage or sleeping bags that can be hired in Kathmandu and costs USD 3
• Meals are not included which are not specified in the above cost inclusion
• Gratuities, tipping to guides and drivers
• Expenses incurred by re-routing, inclement weather, floods, famine, political disruptions, strikes, riots and other disturbances
• Any items and services not mentioned on cost inclusions