| Group size: | Min 2 pax | Max-Altitude: | 2380 m/7808 ft. |
| Destination: | Nepal | ||
| Arrival on: | Kathmandu | Departure from: | Kathmandu |
| Meals: | All meals during trek | ||
| Accommodation: | Hotels/Mountain Lodges | ||
| Fitness level: | Easy to Moderate | ||
Tamang Heritage trek offers a rich culture and tradition of Tamang, beautiful Mountains and adventurous trekking experience. Entering to the Tamang hamlets let you experience the isolated lifestyle rituals, festivals, Tibetan culture, unique architecture, costumes and the local Syabru dance with a background of charming mountains. Explore the ancient Gompas, Buddhist prayer rocks engraved with sacred mantras and colorful prayer flags that mystify the Himalayan habitat of Tamang.
Tamang is an ethnic group hugely settled in the lap of Langtang range, considered to be migrated from Burma via Tibet during 7th/8th centuries. Etymologically, Tamang originates from two words in the Tibetan language: "Ta" means Horse and "Mang" means Warrior. The warm hospitality of Briddim and joining with the host family, savoring local cuisine will make your trip awesome.
Day 01: Arrival day in Kathmandu - Altitude: 1350/4428 ft.
Day 02: Cultural Tour of Kathmandu City UNESCO Heritage Sites - Altitude: 1350/4428 ft. | Meal: Breakfast
Day 03: Drive to Syabrubesi - Altitude: 1,420m/4,658ft | Drive: 8/9 hrs. | Meal: BLD
Day 04: Trek to Gatlang - Altitude: 2238m/7342ft | Trek: 5/6 hrs. | Meal: BLD
Day 05: Trek to Tatopani - Altitude: 2380m/7808ft. | Trek: 6/7 hrs. | Meal: BLD
Day 06: Trek to Thuman - Altitude: 2238m/7342ft. | Trek: 5/6 hrs. | Meal: BLD
Day 07: Trek to Briddim - Altitude: 2239m/7345ft. | Trek: 5/6 hrs. | Meal: BLD
Day 08: Trek to Syabrubesi - Altitude: 1460m/4790ft. | Trek: 3/4 hrs. | Meal: BLD
Day 09: Drive to Kathmandu - Altitude: 1350m/4428ft. | Trek 8-9 hrs. | Meal: B
Day 10: Departure from Kathmandu - Altitude: 1,300m/4,264 ft. | Meal B
Day 01 Arrival day in Kathmandu (Altitude: 1350/4428 ft.)
On your arrival at Kathmandu International Airport, one of our representatives will pick up you and escort you to the hotel as well as help you to check-in at the hotel. After your refreshment, you will be briefed about the next day trip.
Day 02 Cultural Tour of Kathmandu City UNESCO Heritage Sites (Altitude: 1350/4428 ft. Meal: Breakfast)
After your delightful breakfast, you will be introduced with a guide and takes you to UNESCO Heritage sites of the valley where you will observe living heritage of Medieval Nepal - Witness the biggest Hindu temple of Nepal, Pashupatinath and capture the sacred moments of Hindu death ritual at Aryaghat in Pashupatinath. Stroll the lively streets of Kathmandu Old Market Asan to Kathmandu Durbar Square and visit the home of The Living Goddess Kumari, Nepalese style of Architecture as well as astonishing wooden carving. A short drive from Kathmandu Durbar Square will take you to a hilltop stupa called as “Swyambhu” meaning “self -emerge” and belief that the hill emerged impulsively from the great lake that once covered Kathmandu valley. Also famous as a Monkey Temple.
Day 03 Drive to Syabrubesi (Altitude: 1,420m/4,658ft Drive: 8/9 hrs. Meal: BLD)
After Breakfast, re-check your baggage and get ready for a long drive to Syabrubesi. Taking a turning to the northern highway to the Trishuli River valley, enjoy the picturesque landscape, mountain scenery and hamlets. Also, catch the magnificent view of Ganesh Himal, Mt. Manaslu and Mt. Kerung of Tibet as well. You will stop at Syabrubesi for your overnight stay at the local lodge.
Day 04 Trek to Gatlang (Altitude: 2238m/7342ft Trek: 5/6 hrs. Meal: BLD)
Today will be the beginning of trekking in the Tamang villages. You will walk on ascending the trail that takes you to the ridge, grasp the fantastic view of the Goljung valley along with Ganesh Himal and Gosaikunda range. Now, the trail descends to the Goljung, where you can stay for a while and have lunch. Starts walking towards the traditional Tamang village on the hillside. On reaching Gotlang, you will receive a warm welcome from the locals. Explore the surrounding village and enjoy local Syabru Dance as well. Spend overnight at Gatlang.
Day 05 Trek to Tatopani (Altitude: 2380m/7808ft. Trek: 6/7 hrs. Meal: BLD)
Begins trek with a descent to Thambuchet following the Bhotekoshi River, and en-route, click the magnificent view of the Ganesh Himal and Langtang range. Walking for a while will take you to Chilime Hydropower dam from where you will walk on the uphill trail taking you to Tatopani. It is a place named after a Hot spring that is now collapsed after the devastating earthquake of April 2015. Spend overnight at Tatopani.
Day 06 Trek to Thuman (Altitude: 2238m/7342ft. Trek: 5/6 hrs. Meal: BLD)
Starts trekking after breakfast in a local trail ascending to the open grassland at Nagthali viewing the mesmerizing views of Langtang, Sanjen Kerung and Ganesh Himal. You will continue walking passing Brimdang village, where you can rest for a while. From Nagthali Hill, you will now descend your journey toward another traditional Tamang Village at Thuman. Here, you will observe the interesting lifestyle of local that are familiar with Tibetan Culture. Spend overnight at Thuman.
Day 07 Trek to Briddim (Altitude: 2239m/7345ft. Trek: 5/6 hrs. Meal: BLD)
Today, you will walk in an easy and ancient trade route to Tibet to the Timure Village. Here, you can see the Historical Rasuwagadi Fort that reminds the mutual relationship of Nepal with Tibet that has existed for the centuries. After spending some time, starts walking to the beautiful hamlets- Briddim. It is a typical Tibetan village ideally located on the lap of the Langtang Himal. Here, you can visit Dukchu Gompa and typical houses made with stones. Also, you can also experience the local life staying with the host family, eating traditional foods and sleeping at their usual clean bed. During your stay, they will offer you their traditional and local foods like plain rice, Tibetan Bread, Syakpa (Sherpa Stew), Potato, Tibetan tea, and a Briddim wine. It is a time to observe the local indoor rituals and cultural practices by participating with locals. Interestingly, in the evening, the locals will perform cultural dance and songs. Spend overnight at Briddim.
Day 08 Trek to Syabrubesi (Altitude: 1460m/4790ft. Trek: 3/4 hrs. Meal: BLD)
It will be a final day walking the Tamang heritage trail. You will walk in the gently descending trail passing through Wangal Village, terraces with a magnificent view of the surroundings. Spend overnight at the local lodge.
Day 09 Drive to Kathmandu (Altitude: 1350m/4428ft. Trek 8-9 hrs. Meal: B)
After breakfast, catch a bus to drive back to Kathmandu. On your arrival in Kathmandu, you will be escorted to the Hotel. Take your time to refresh yourself with hot shower and rest.
Day 10 Departure from Kathmandu (Altitude: 1,300m/4,264 ft. Meal B)
It is the last day with us. Our supporting team will take you to the airport for your final departure. We hope to see you again. Additionally, if you have a plan of any adjoining trip, you can let us organize.
During the trip weather, local politics, transport or a multitude of other factors that are beyond our control can result in a change of itinerary. It is, however, very unlikely that the itinerary would be substantially altered, if alterations are necessary the leader will decide what is the best alternative, taking into consideration the best interests of the whole group. Where a change does occur, we do everything we can to minimize its effect, but we cannot be responsible for the results of changes or delays.
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Walking in higher altitudes is more physically demanding than walking in the lower altitudes, however, if we are in excellent health with average physical fitness, have a positive attitude, self confidence and strong determination, we can accomplish the trek successfully. Exercising and jogging regularly for some weeks prior to the trip is good idea to enhance our strength and stability. Past hiking experience would be an asset but no technical skill is required for this trip. It is important that we consult with our doctor before we decide and set up for the Everest Base camp trek. Participants with pre-existing medical conditions such as heart, lung, and blood diseases should inform Treks Planner Nepal before booking the trek.
Trekking in the Himalayan region goes through unexpected complication like natural and health challenges resulting changes in the itinerary for your own security reason, If such incident happens during the trek our professional Guide, Porters and leader take you to final point safely for evacuation so, please be friendly with your guide for more achievements and protections. Flights in the Himalayan region often get cancelled even in the best season due to bad weather so we request our travelers to carry luggage for extra days.
Our website contains as much information as possible about this trip but if you want, we can still customize the itinerary according to your wish and preferable time for visit. Feel free to write to us or you can even give us a call if you would like to discuss any aspect regarding the trip.
During the trip weather, local politics, transport or a multitude of other factors that are beyond our control can result in a change of itinerary. It is, however, very unlikely that the itinerary would be substantially altered, if alterations are necessary the leader will decide what is the best alternative, taking into consideration the best interests of the whole group. Where a change does occur, we do everything we can to minimize its effect, but we cannot be responsible for the results of changes or delays.