Your 11-day trekking begins with an exciting drive from Kathmandu to Dhading by local bus. It takes around 4 hours. From Dhading, we switch to a rough road to reach Arughat, and then a local jeep takes us to Dhoban after a total of 9 hours of travel. For a more comfortable experience, a private vehicle option is available at an additional cost.

Today, we start by crossing a suspension bridge after leaving Dhoban. The trail ascends through the narrow gorge of the Budhi Gandaki River, with the vegetation gradually becoming sparse. After a long climb, we reach a sandy plain and the Jagat village, known for its beautiful stone houses and paved main streets. From Jagat, we cross the Budhi Gandaki again and follow a scenic trail along the river, passing through quaint fishing villages and farmlands. An impressive suspension bridge leads us to Philim, a large village with shops and a significant school. We spend the night in a cozy lodge. It took us six and a half hours to complete the trek.

Our trek continues through the Budhi Gandaki gorges, which have transformed into a mountain torrent. Before crossing the Budhi Gandaki on a bridge, we take the right trail to Lokpa, winding through a beautiful pine forest. The descent into the Shyar Khola gorges is followed by another suspension bridge crossing, and then we ascend to the Chumling village. Stay overnight in a comfortable lodge. The trekking journey lasted for 7 hours.

Today, we start with a gentle descent to the Shyar Khola and Domja village. From here, we ascend on the right bank to reach Chekam Paro, the first village in Upper Tsum. This village, set against the backdrop of the 7000m Ganesh Himal, features large houses with Tibetan-style interiors. It reflects its history as a busy trade hub between Tibet and Nepal. We spend the night in a welcoming lodge. It took 5 hours of trekking.

As we trek further, the valley becomes a large plateau cultivated with winter wheat and barley. Yaks graze peacefully in pastures with views of the snowy peaks of Ganesh Himal. A visit to the large nunnery of Rachen provides a glimpse into the spiritual life of the area. We stayed overnight in Nyle, the last village in the valley. If the Amchi (Tibetan female doctor) is present, we can visit her clinic and stay overnight in a lodge. The trek took four hours to complete.

Our trek today will lead us to Mu Monastery along the trail towards the Tibetan border. For those who want more adventure, there is an option to climb up to 4000m above the monastery to enjoy exceptional views. We will then return to Nyle and descend to Lama Gaon via a different path. We will visit Milarepa’s cave which overlooks the Lama Gaon valley. We spend the night in a lodge. This trek will take around 6 hours.

We ascend through a forest to reach Lungdang Monastery. The monastery is home to friendly nuns. The trail winds through a rich landscape where you may spot local wildlife, including birds, wild sheep, and protected leopards. We spend the night at the monastery in rustic but charming rooms. The trek takes 6 hours.

Today, you can choose to either hike through forests of conifers and rhododendrons to reach Ganesh Himal Base Camp or take a rest day. The trail to the base camp is often snowy and less crowded. It leads to Landan Kharka and follows the moraine parallel to the Torogumba glacier. The final stretch involves walking on steep trails of the Torogumba glacier to reach Torogumba Kharka before Ganesh Himal Base Camp. Once at the base camp, you can enjoy breathtaking views of the Ganesh Himal range before returning to Lungdang Gompa. Alternatively, you can opt for a relaxing day at the monastery. This trek will take around 7 hours.

We will trek down along the Lungdang Khola to Domje, cross the Shyar Khola, and then ascend through the gorges on the left bank. After passing through the small plateau of Ripchet village, we continue through forests until we reach the few lodges of Lokpa. We stay overnight in a lodge after a 6-hour trek.

After an hour of descending, we connect with the Manaslu Circuit trail. We then return to Philim, cross the Budhi Gandaki on a long suspension bridge, and continue descending until we reach Dhoban at 1070m. We spend the night in a comfortable lodge. The trek takes approximately six and a half hours.

The final day of our journey involves a drive back to Arughat and then to Kathmandu, taking approximately 9 hours. For a more comfortable experience, a private vehicle option is available at an additional cost.