YOGA RETREAT AND TREK – A REINVIGORATING EXPERIENCE

Upon Arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport, You will be met and greeted with a traditional welcome by TravHill representatives and be transferred to your hotel in Kathmandu. Welcome drink followed by tour briefing. Evening is free to explore as own.

After breakfast your tour around Kathmandu will commence where you will be accompanied by a guide of your lingual preference. The tour will include a visit to the following places:

• Boudhanath: A major Buddhist stupa located at the north eastern outskirts of Kathmandu.
• Swyambbunath: Sitting atop a hill, it is the most prominent Buddhist pilgrimage site in Nepal and is one of many sites of Nepal included in UNESCO’s World Heritage List.
• Pashupatinath: The most revered temple by Hindus in Nepal, the temple carries a significance of mystical proportions and is a site to many important life events of Hindus.
• Kathmandu Durbar Square: Durbar Square or the Palace Square is ancient courtyard the then Malla Kings of Kathmandu Valley which is abundant is breathtaking architecture.
  Overnight stay at your hotel

This day we will drive north towards Syabrubesi which should take around 8 hours. Travelling along the Trishuli river, you will be able to behold the magnificent sight of the Ganesh Himal

Overnight stay at Syabrubesi.

From Syabrubesi we will ascend northwards to Gatlang. Along the way you will be treated to spectacular sights of Ganesh Himal , Gosaikunda range and the magnificent Goljang valley. Then on we will descend to Gatlang, a typical Tamang village that will enchant you with their hospitality.

Overnght stay at Gatlang.

After breakfast, we will make a 6 hour trek from Gatlang to Tatopani, a border town between Nepal and Tibet. The trek commence with a descent to Thangbuchet along the Bhotekoshi river, where the Chilime Hydropower dam is located. The trail also provides sights of the Langtang Range and Ganesh Himal. At Tatopani, you can unwind in the natural hot springs, which is believed to have healing powers.

Overnight stay at Tatopani.

Today’s trek begins with an ascent to Nagthali, which was once popular as a meditation center for local monks. The Nagthali hill also offers scenic sights of the Langtang Lirung, Ganesh Himal and Sanjen range among others. Thereupon, we trek downhill to Thuman, a Tamang village with Tibetan characteristics. The ancient monasteries and household with beautiful engravings are a sight to behold.

Overnight stay at Nagthali.

Today’s trek involves a descent towards Timure. After reaching Timure, we head towards Rasuwa gadi, an ancient fort used during the Nepal-Tibet war.

Overnight stay at Timure

The trail today follows the Bhotekoshi river as we head towards the village of Briddhim. Briddhim is an ancient Tamang  village with wonderful monasteries.

Overnight stay Briddhim

Today we will return to the starting point of our trek at Syabrubesi as we continue to follow the Bhote Koshi river and pass through beautiful terrace farms.

Overnight stay at Syabrubesi.

On this day we will commence the second part of our trek as we enter a new topography and culture of the Langtang and Helambu area. The trek will also involve gaining some altitude as we initially ascend to Thulo Syabru that is ensconced within a valley. Then on we ascend further to reach Sing Gompa where we will stopover to visit the monastery and take in the wonderful view. Then on we ascend towards Chandanbari.

Overnight stay at Chandanbari

This day we make an early morning trek to Gosaikunda lake, a freshwater holy lake, which along with its associated lakes is listed in the Ramsar list.

Overnight stay at Gosaikunda.

On this day we ascend to the highest altitude of our journey as we make way towards the towering Lauribina Pass from where you can also enjoy the view of the Langtang National Park. Then on we descent towards Ghopte.

Overnight stay at Ghopte.

 After breakfast, we will make a gentle descent to reach the Tharepati pass. Then on we will descend further passing through wonderful pine and rhododendron forests to reach Melamchi Gaon which is a typical Sherpa village with its own unique culture.

Melamchi Gaon.

An interesting day’s trek lies ahead as we make an initial descent in one side of a valley and then ascend to the other to reach the village of Neding which holds high religious significance among Buddhists.

Overnight stay at Neding.

We make a quick trek to the village of Tarkeghyang so that it gives us time to visit the wonderful monasteries there.

Overnight stay at Tarkeghyang.

An interesting day awaits us as we visit and learn about the history of the ancient caves in the region that hold tremendous religious significance. We will visit Takphug Senge Dzong – The Tiger Cave Lion Fortress – where Milarepa sang his “Song of a Yogi’s Joys”. We will then explore Yangdak Chokgi Trakpuk – Completely Pure Supreme Cave – where Guru Rinpoche stayed. Guru Rinpoche, or the ‘Precious Master’, is the founder of Tibetan Buddhism and the Buddha of our time.  Nearby there is a small cave Khandro Sangphug –  The Dakini’s Secret Cave – where his consort Shakya Denma stayed. You will also get to visit a number of other sacred caves where Guru Rinpoche spent time, meditated and advanced the Buddhist belief system.

Overnight stay at Tarekghyang.

On this day we head towards Shermanthang where along the way we will pass through Bhumtang and Ganjawal.

Overnight stay at Shermanthang.

On this day we explore the aptly named Naturally Appearing Sun and Moon Cave, where Guru Rinpoche resided for a short time. The region is predominantly inhabited by the Yolmopa community.

Overnight stay at Shermanthang

We will initially descend towards Melamchi Pul from where we will make a four hour drive to Kathmandu.

Overnight stay at Kathmandu.

 On this day you can indulge in activities of your preference, perhaps collecting some souvenirs to take a small part of Nepal back home might tempt you.

Overnight stay at Kathmandu.

After Breakfast – free time till departure –  A representative from TravHill Dot Com will transfer to Airport for onward destination with sweet memories of Nepal. We will drop you to Kathmandu Airport 3 hours before your flight time.