Upon arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, a warm welcome awaits. An English-speaking representative from Elite Earth will greet you and transfer you to the Hotel. Accommodation: Hotel in Kathmandu.

After breakfast at the hotel, get ready to explore the UNESCO World Heritage sites of Kathmandu city; Pashupatinath Temple, Bouddhanath Stupa, and Kathmandu Durbar Square which will allow you to understand about our culture and history. You will be allowed free time prior dinner for shopping and preparation of trekking. Evening: Welcome Dinner at authentic Nepalese cuisine, followed by the live cultural dance performances from different ethnic groups. Accommodation: Hotel in Kathmandu. Tour Duration: 3 Hrs

After breakfast at your residence, we start our journey with morning prayers. Almost, three-hour picturesque drive down the Kathmandu-Pokhara Highway, we will exit the highway in the middle to reach Dhading Besi, the administrative center of the Dhading District. Jagat is another 6 hours off road journey from here. Hot lunch will be served on the way. Accommodation: Teahouse Lodge Driving Distance: 185 Km Duration: 8-9 Hrs

The very first day of the trekking. We will start with some stretching exercises/Yoga before breakfast. After morning prayers and breakfast, you will walk to Salleri and descend to Sirdibas. The village welcomes you with several gompas and Buddhist prayer flags. At Phillim, you will have your permits checked, and then you will continue along the western bank of the river. The trail is beautiful, with unique sculptures over the boulders on the river bank formed due to river water. Leaving the riverbank, you proceed through rhododendron forests, Himalayan pine, and the overhanging rocks on the towering peaks. These highlights beautify the trail. On proceeding further, you cross the Siyar Khola bridge and reach a junction where the trail separates Tsum Valley on your right. Finally, you will reach Pewa. Just a little further, you will reach Deng, where you can finally rest for the day. You can gather around the fireplace in the evening and share your experiences with fellow trekkers and guide before you go to bed. Accommodation: Teahouse Lodge Driving Distance: 185 Km Duration: 8-9 Hrs

After the sun rises, you will have morning rituals and breakfast to start the day’s trek. Before ascending the winding trails, you will walk across the bamboo forest to reach Deng. Moving further,you will cross a suspension bridge to climb to Rana and Bihi Phedi. On the trail, White-Faced monkeys visit villages looking for free food. The trail then proceeds to Ghap through several landslide zones. At this point, you must be extra careful as you walk. Plus, you must be attentive to your guide’s instructions to maintain physical safety. After the landslide zone, you will follow the trail up to Namrung. The place has some of the best teashops, a restaurant, and rest houses on the trek. Accommodation: Teahouse Lodge Distance: 20 km/ 12.4 Miles Duration: 7-8 Hrs

Having a wonderful stay at Namrung village, upon completing morning rituals start trek towards the Shayala village and it takes 6 to 7 hours to get there. The trail is completely gradually up with a thrilling walk to the lap of the mountains. Even though we pass through separate villages like Lho village, local culture, historical Buddist monasteries, landscapes, and glowing mountains. The Lho village is a massive where you can explore authentic houses with the largest Buddist monastery, Mout Manaslu, Buddhist Chhorten, and numerous peaks too. Shyala is an amazing place surrounded by the majesty of Manaslu Himalays also you can see Mt. Manaslu very closely and relish an amazing view of Mount Manaslu. Accommodation: Teahouse Lodge Distance: 18 km/ 11.18 Miles Duration: 6-7 Hrs

Sama Gaon is just an hour trek from Samagaon. We drive through chortens and monasteries on our approach to Sama Gaon, a lovely settlement. Option: If the weather permits we trek to the Pungen Gompa. Pungen Gompa, with its historical significance, spiritual ambiance, and breathtaking surroundings, offers a unique experience for trekkers and spiritual seekers alike. It provides a gateway to explore the captivating Manaslu region, encounter the warmth of the local communities, and immerse oneself in the profound teachings of Tibetan Buddhism. We can explore the lovely village of Sama Gaon and learn about their culture and way of life. Alternatively, we can ascend to Manaslu Base Camp (4,800m), from which we can see Mt. Manaslu, Manaslu Glacier, Icefall, and other neighboring summits. We can also explore the Birendra which is just an hour trek from the Samagaon. Accommodation: Teahouse Lodge Distance: 3 km/ 1.86Miles Duration: 1-2 Hrs

This is the day of acclimatization at Samagaon to prevent altitude-related sickness. As an acclimatization hike to Manaslu Base Camp north of Samagoan OR Birendra Lake and return to the hotel for by lunch time. You will climb the steady trails. However, the altitude may cause breathing difficulty. So, you need to maintain body hydration and walk slowly. Proceeding slowly, you will walk north of Manaslu Glacier to basecamp at 4,400m / 14,435, then return. About Samagaon: Samagaun, also known as Sama Gaun, is a large and culturally rich village located at an altitude of around 3,520 meters (11,549 feet) along the Manaslu Circuit Trek. Nestled in a broad valley beneath the towering presence of Mount Manaslu, the village is predominantly inhabited by ethnic Tibetans, who have preserved their traditional Buddhist culture over centuries. The economy revolves around agriculture, animal husbandry, and increasingly tourism, with Samagaun being a popular base for trekkers acclimatizing before heading towards higher altitudes or attempting the Manaslu summit. The village is dotted with stone houses, ancient mani walls, chortens, and prayer flags, all adding to its spiritual ambiance. The iconic Pungyen Gompa, a revered monastery, is a short hike away and offers insights into the local religious practices. Accommodation: Teahouse Lodge Distance: 11 km/ 6 Miles Duration: 5-7 Hrs

After breakfast start the trek to the Samdo, as you are at a high altitude, you must walk slowly, so this is a short day trek. You will notice extended yak pastures up a broad valley with long mani walls and various birds. Once at Samdo, you can explore the nearby villages or hike to Samdo Peak. The Larkya La trail is on the left above the valley. You can also see the main track for Tibet over the Larjyang La forming slopes on the Larkya La trail. Samdo is a village that houses the Tibetan Refugee Camp. Accommodation: Teahouse Lodge Distance: 10 km/ 6.2 Miles Duration: 3-4 Hrs

After breakfast, we descend passing by monasteries before crossing the Budi Gandaki River on a wooden bridge. We arrive at Larkya Bazaar after crossing the river. We continue our trek by hiking to Syacha Glacier moraines and a vantage point from which we can observe Larkya Glacier. As we go between Mani walls and stoned houses until we reach Dharmashala, we witness breathtaking views of snow-capped mountains. We rest for the entire afternoon because we are crossing Larkya La Pass the next day. It serves as a crucial acclimatization point for trekkers heading towards the Larkya La Pass, one of the trek’s highest and most challenging sections. The name “Dharmasala” translates to “a place of rest” in Sanskrit, reflecting its role as a refuge for those acclimating to the high altitude. Accommodation: Teahouse Lodge Distance: 4 km/ 2.4 Miles Duration: 3-4 Hrs

This is a special day as we will walk to the trail’s highest point. On this day, you will walk to Larkya La Pass (5,160m / 16,929 ft). The walk could be quite challenging in bad weather and the snow, yet it is doable. We will cross the pass before the afternoon, so we must wake up early morning around 4am to have breakfast or we can take it away, and leave the teahouse early. This is the challenging part of the trek, but if you walk steadily, we can successfully cross the pass. The stunning views you will witness once you stand at the pass make the trip more enlightening. You will catch views of Himlung (7,126m/ 23,379 ft) near Tibet Kang Guru (6,981m /22,903 ft), and Annapurna II (7,937m / 26,040 ft) in the Annapurna Range. Spending your particular time at the pass, you will walk down for around 3 hours toward Bimthang for an overnight stay. On descending, you will get views of huge icefalls and mountains in all directions, Pongkar Tal between the Pongkar and Salpu Danda Glaciers. Accommodation: Teahouse Lodge Distance: 18 km/ 11.18 Miles Duration: 10-12 Hrs

We stroll downhill after breakfast, crossing a high grassland. We proceed through a bamboo, pine, and rhododendron forest until we reach Hampuk. We then cross the Dudh Khola bridge to Gho village. We arrive in Gowa, a major Gurung community noted for its Apple Brandy, after a further descent. This is almost the final day of trekking that you will be walking the trails of the Manaslu region. As you climb downhill, you will pass lush forests full of flora and fauna, including rhododendron bushes. Accommodation: Teahouse Lodge Distance: 15 km/ 9.3 Miles Duration: 6-7 Hrs

We continue our journey by climbing a small ridge and entering a settlement along a stone-paved path. After crossing Dudh Khola and ascending further, we arrive at Thonje Village and pass through a police checkpoint. We continue to Dharapani (1,920 m), a stop on the Annapurna Circuit Trek. We finished our tranquil Manaslu trip and arrived at the bustling Annapurna Circuit trail. After lunch at Dharapani drive to Besisahar. Drive from Dharapani to Besisahar takes nearly four hours. Overnight at the best hotel of Besisahar and treat all staff members as a farewell dinner. Accommodation: Hotel in Besisashar Distance: 7 km/ 4.3 Miles Duration: 3-4 Hrs

Upon breakfast at the hotel in Besisahar, drive to Kathmandu in a private vehicle which would take around 6 hours. We will stop by for lunch at the nice highway hotel and continue drive. Accommodation: Hotel in Kathmandu. Distance: 175 km/ 108 Miles Duration: 6-7 Hrs

Free day until departure to home country.