Rolwaling Valley Trek

Day 1: Welcome to Kathmandu

In accordance with your flight schedule, one of our members will be at the Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu for warm welcome to you in our beautiful country for the beautiful trip. After exchanging warm welcome greetings at the arrival section, we will lead you to our vehicle to drop you off in our trip hotel. It’s a day at complete leisure, you will be on your own and you can do whatever you want to do for refreshment. But we definitely will be happy to guide you around the city. Overnights stay at the Hotel in Kathmandu.

Day 2: Preparation and Sightseeing Tour of Kathmandu

On the second day of arrival we will be interacting with each other. After early breakfast every guest need to arrive at Company to review about their trip so that they can buy and manage the required stuff for their trips. After talking about the trip we will be taking our guest for cultural sightseeing tour around Kathmandu valley.Kathmandu valley Sightseeing tour will start early in the morning. The holy Pashupatinath temple will be our very first visit. Dedicated to Lord Shiva, Pashupatinath is one of the four most important religious sites in Asia for devotees of Shiva. Built in the 5th century and later renovated by Malla kings, the site itself is said to have existed from the beginning of the millennium when a Shiva lingam was discovered here. It lies on the banks of the Bagmati River and is one of the most revered holy sites of the Hindu people. The Pashupatinath is built in the pagoda style architecture and contains many smaller shrines outside the main temple as well. It is also the cremation site of many hindu people and sometimes, it can be observed.The next site of the tour is the holy Bouddhanath stupa. The Buddhist stupa of Boudha Stupa dominates the skyline; it is one of the largest unique structure's stupas in the world.The influx of large populations of refugees from Tibet has seen the construction of over 50 Gompas (Tibetan convent) around Bouddhanath. The Stupa is on the ancient trade route from Tibet which enters the Kathmandu Valley by the village of Sankhu in the northeast corner. Tibetan merchants have rested and offered prayers here for many centuries. When refugees entered Nepal from Tibet in the 1950s, many decided to live around Boudhanath. The Stupa is said to entomb the remains of Kassapa Buddha. The next site, in the tour, is the Kathmandu Durbar Square. It is known as the Hanuman Dhoka Durbar Square, a name derived from a statue of Hanuman, the monkey devotee of Lord Ram, at the entrance of the royal palace. The Durbar at the Durbar square was the royal Nepalese residence until the 19th century and was where important ceremonies, such as the coronation of the Nepalese monarch, took place. The palace is decorated with elaborately-carved wooden windows and panels and houses the King Tribhuwan Memorial Museum and the Mahendra Museum are located here. Time and again the temples and the palaces in the square have gone through reconstruction after being damaged by natural causes or neglect. Presently there are less than ten quadrangles in the square. On 25 April 2015, an earthquake with an estimated magnitude of 7.9 hit the region and severely damaged the Square, reducing several buildings to rubble. The oldest temples in the square are those built by King MahendraMalla (1560–1574). They are the temples of Jaggannath, KotilingeswaraMahadev, Mahendreswara and the Taleju Temple. More and more temples and statues were added to the Square under different ruling kings over the time. It is one of the most architecturally intricate showcases of Nepali art and the unique Newa architecture.Then finally, the last site of the tour will be the Swayambhunath Stupa- an ancient religious architecture at the top of a hill in the Kathmandu Valley, west of Kathmandu city. Swayambhunath is probably the most sacred among Buddhist pilgrimage sites especially for Tibetans and followers of the Tibetan Buddhism. We were breathless and sweating as we stumbled up the last steep steps and practically fell upon the biggest vajra (thunderbolt scepter) that I have ever seen. Behind this Vajra was the vast, round, white dome of the stupa, like a full solid skirt, at the top of which were two giant Buddha eyes wisely looking out over the peaceful valley which was just beginning to come alive. The complex consists of a stupa, a variety of shrines and temples, some dating back to the Licchavi period.After visiting each site, we will head back to the Hotel. Overnights stay at the Hotel in Kathmandu. Breakfast included.

Day 3: Drive from Kathmandu to Dolakha by Jeep or bus

After the breakfast, we begin our journey by short drive to Dolkha. Our route heads to North-East from Kathmandu. On the way, we move on gravel road accompanied with scenic high green hills, White Mountains views and cross different villages of mixed community. The narrower road winds along in a maze of twists, turns, loops and sharp corners before we arrive at beautiful city of Dolakha. We check in into the hotel for the overnight stay. Overnights stay at the Hotel in Kathmandu. Breakfast included.

Day 4: Drive from Dolakha to Shigati

Early in the morning, we take short trip to the famous temple of Dolakha- Bhimeshwor Temple. This temple is noted as one of the most popular temple for hindus throughout the country Nepal. The idol in the temple is worshiped in the names of three different gods: Bhimeshwar in the morning, Mahadeva during the day and the Narayana in the evening. After short trip to the spiritual temple Bhimeshwor, we take three and a half hour drive to Shigati along the gravel road passing through several streams and jungle with varieties of orchid, rhododendron and other natural vegetation. We set up our first camp here for the overnight stay. Tented Camp. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Fruit

Day 5: Trek from Shigati to Jagat

Our real trek starts from here. After breakfast, we begin our trek along the side of the river. On the way, we pass through the rice terraced field and we cross the hectic river via suspension bridge. After a short walk, we come across few hamlets and villages inhabited by mixed community. We then walk through the jungles covered with orchid and few rhododendrons. While passing through the forest, you can spellbound by the magnificent view of the Gaurishankar (7145 meter). Crossing over the suspension bridge, we arrive at the final destination for the day, Jagat- a small town with people of different ethnicities. Tented Camp. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Fruit

Day 6: Trek from Jagat to Simigaon

Waking up early in the morning, we have a short morning walk around the village before breakfast. We can get chance to watch the people and life style of the people. Then we start our hike along a normal flat path in the beginning & then ascend and descend through the jungle. We then follow the river bank as soon as we are out of the jungle. As we move ahead the valley gets narrower and narrower and then we cross the suspension bridge over the river. A short steep uphill climb is done after crossing the suspension bridge to reach to the indigenous Sherpa village - Simigaon. Buddhist and few Hindus live showing the example of religious harmony. This village is spread on the terrace on the mountainside. Tented Camp. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Fruit

Day 7: Trek Simigaon to Daldung La

From the ridge of the Shimigaon, our trail starts climbing a rocky, wooded ridge with beautiful pine forest. Early start provides more attractive view of Gaurishankar Himal just above the Rolwaling valley. On the way we also meet some more Sherpa settlements. As we march ahead, we have to move ups and downs to the Rolwaling valley. Then we arrive at Yak Naka. This place is a temporary Yak shed which is basically used to prepare cheese and butter from the yak's milk. An hour walk from this place, we step into Daldung La. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Fruit. Tented Camp

Day 8: Trek from Daldung la to Beding

We say goodbye to Daldung La as our trail ascends uphill through a beautiful valley full of rhododendron trees and alpine vegetation. Almost all along the way, Gaurishankar Himal and other mountains surround us as we move ahead. We continue our journey along the left bank of Rolwaling Khola to the deep river valley and then to a tributary river from Gaurishankar. While crossing the suspension bridge over the deep gorges make this journey thrilling and exciting. As we getcloser to Beding the route turns flat and easy. Rolwaling’s highest summit Melungtse I (7181 meter) is seen from here. At the centre of the village, you can see the old historical Buddhist Monastery. We will set up the camp at the bank of the river for the overnight stay. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Fruit. Tented Camp

Day 9: Rest and acclimatization Day at Beding

While climbing the high altitude acclimatization is necessary to reduce the possibility of Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS) and to help your body to adjust with the high altitude surrounding.As we are already in the high altitude, it is very important to take a day off to rest and acclimatize before going to the higher altitude region. On this day, we will have a day hike to Malung La Pass (5616 meter) or even higher to acclimatize our body. Reaching at the top ridge of Malung La pass you will have great panoramic views of more than 15 snowy peaks, glacier and the natural forest in the bending valley below. At the late evening, we will return to camp at Beding for the overnight stay. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Fruit. Tented Camp

Day 10: Trek from Beding to Na

We start a walk along the northern bank of the Rolwaling River. While moving ahead along the river the charming sound of the Rolwaling River makes our trip musical and the fresh air that fills the environment refreshes us and makes us energetic all the way. As we move forward, we come across few summer villages of Beding where you can see the people busy in their fields of buckwheat and barley. Our trek also passes the monastery and follows the valley and then finally we arrive at the summer village of Na. This village is located just below the Tsho Ropla Glacier Lake. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Fruit. Tented Camp

Day 11: Rest Day at Na and hike to Yalung La

This day is reserved for acclimatization. On this day we can rest at the camp or take a short hike to Yalung La Pass. It is better to hike rather than staying at the camp. The hike to the Yalung La pass is a steep climbing. Reaching at the top of the ridge, you can have the excellent view of the Tsho Rolpa Glacier Lake, Yalung glacier to the east, Ramdung Peak (5930 meter) to the south, Yalung Ri (5630 meter) to the west and breathtaking Himalayan summits to the north. Tented Camp. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Fruit

Day 12: Trek from Na to Tsho Rolpa Lake

We begin our trek on the plain path which gradually ascends to witness the Himalayan Lake - Tsho Rolpa Lake which is one of the biggest glacial lake in Nepal. This lake is situated between the Langtang and Everest Region. The views of Menlung and Tibetan Side Mountains make our trek nostalgic. We camp at the camping side of Tsho Rolpa for overnight stay. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Fruit. Tented Camp

Day 13: Trek from Tso Rolpa to Trakarding Glacier

Today we walk through the glacier throughout the day that makes our trek challenging and little tuff from rest of the days. Our trail heads towards the Trakarding Glacier on a rocky path. At first the trail ascends steep climbing on rocks and then gradually walks on a glacial moraine. Today's trek add extra dimensions into your trail. Tented Camp. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Fruit

Day 14: Trek from Trakarding Glacier to Tashi Lapcha Phedi Camp

Today we trek from Trakarding Trakarding glacier to Tashi Lapcha Phedi Camp. Like yesterday, today's trail too is difficult and mostly ascends through rocks and glacier. The walk follows high slopes above the glacier to avoid the lower section, but further up we must trek along the centre on the hard-rocky glacier. Steady walk leads us to the lowest point of the ice fall and then climbing to the easiest point to gain the Drolambau glacier. From here, we descend towards the Tashi Lapcha Phedi Camp located at bottom of Tashi Lapcha. The 360 degree panoramic view of high mountains is amazing. After we reach Tashi Lapcha Phedi Camp we camp for the night. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Fruit. Tented Camp

Day 15: Trek from Tashi Lapcha Phedi to Tashi Cape via Tashi Lapcha Pass

From Tashi Lapcha Phedi, we ascend to Tashi Lapcha pass. From the pass we get the perfect view of Khumbu Peaks. And from there we head toward Tashi Cape. For us to reach Tashi Cape we need to cross Tashi Lapcha Pass. Then gradual downhill walk towards Tashi Cape is continued. We camp at Tashi Cape for the overnight. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Fruit. Tented Camp

Day 16: Trek from Tashi Cape to Thyomgbo

Today's trail is little easier with respect to the previous days. We descend towards Thyomgbo. To reach there we walk on the glacier with new experience in our life. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Fruit. Tented Camp

Day 17: Trek from Thyomgbo to Thame

From Thyombo we trek down to Thame. At first the trail descends and moves through natural beauty around you. A gradual and easy descendfor about four to five hours takes us to Thame Village. There is an old and fascinating monastery which is located at the upper end of the village. From there, you can get the fascinating views of mountains such as Mt Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Thamserku and Kusum Kangaru. We camp for the overnight stay here. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Fruit. Tented Camp

Day 18: Trek from Thame to Namche Bazaar

From Thame, we head to Namche Bazaar following the old trade route over Nangoa-la along the Bhote Koshi River. The trail descends gradually for some time. Then the route decends steep downhill until we reach to a bridge over the Dudh Koshi River at Phunki Tenga. From there, we pass through different villages and ascend toward Sanasa – a place where Sherpa people sell Tibetan goods. And then, we walk through forest and then up and down trails to reach Namche Bazaar. We stay at lodge/tea house for the overnight. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Fruit. Tea house / Lodge

Day 19: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla

The trek continues along the Dudh Kosi River to the small mountain airstrip at Lukla from where you will catch your return flight to Kathmandu on the next day. We pass Manjo and Fakding villageson the way. As today is the final day of the trek, we can celebrate the beautiful adventure. We see off our trekking potters here today thanking them for all the help they provided to make our trip possible. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Fruit. Tea house / Lodge

Day 20: Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu

Today, you will have a short flight from Lukla back to Kathmandu. You can see the peaks once again for the last time before you land at the bustling city. You will be taken to your Hotel from the airport. The rest of the afternoon in Kathmandu will be at leisure. Walking around the streets of Kathmandu; souvenir shopping; finding massage or relaxing at the hotel can be easy ways to spend time. Overnight stay at the Hotel. Breakfast included

Day 21: See You Again

As the last day on this trip, we drive you to airport as per your flight schedule back to home or onward destination. Approximately 3 hours before the scheduled flight, a representative of our team will take you to the airport.