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Tsum Valley trek is culturally rich and extremely beautiful Himalayan scenery can be seen. It is a sacred Himalayan pilgrimage and untouched valley situated in northern Gorkha district of Nepal. The Tsum valley trekking is one of the remote and cultural trekking in Nepal. The valley is nestled between the Baudha Himal and Himal Chuli to the west, Ganesh Himal to the south, and Sringi Himal to the north. The region once being part of Tibet looks completely different from what you will find elsewhere. While on the trek, we also pass through the alpine forests, glacial rivers, and enjoy the warm hospitality of ethnic people. The people of Tsum Valley or the Tsumbas belong to Tibetan origin with their own ancient form of dialect, art, culture and religion. The Tsum people have their own way of family life, which may be quite surprising for many outsiders. All the brothers in the family are married to a single girl, what you may call a practice of polyandry. The people here never slaughter animals, even as sacrifice to the gods. This part is also incomparable beauty and rich blend of Tibetan and Nepalese culture offer a true adventure for visitors to Nepal. Here you will find the mountains and valleys covered with diverse and pristine eco-systems. Very few adventure travelers have made it to this high and mysterious valley, which used to be an important trade link with Tibet. The region is still less exposed in comparison to other touristy areas, with relatively virgin and less beaten paths in comparison to the more popular regions.

Group size:	1-12 people	Max-Altitude:	3,700m/12,136ft
Destination:	Nepal	Fitness level:	Moderate
Arrival on:	Kathmandu, Nepal	Departure from:	Kathmandu, Nepal
Meals:	Breakfast in Kathmandu and Pokhara & all meals during trekking
Accommodation:	Deluxe hotel in Kathmandu. Home stay/Guesthouses during trekking.

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Day 1	Arrival Arrive at the airport and transfer to a hotel.Stay overnight in Kathmandu and prepare for the trek.
Day 2	Drive Kathmandu to Arughat : 7-8 hours drive A 7-8 hour's drive from Kathmandu into the western mountains takes us to Arughat via Dhadingbesi, headquarter of the Dhading district. Through the dirt road from Dhadingbesi viewing the greenery hills we reach Arughat, our trek start point. Overnight at Arughat.
Day 3	Arughat to Soti Khola : 5-6 hours Cross the bridge over Budhi Gandaki and begin our trek from the western part of Arughat, follow the stone-paved street north through the bazaar. We pass through the hydro- electric power plant, fields of rice and millet to Mangaltar, and through forests we arrive at Shanti Bazar. The trail to Budhi Gandaki valley now becomes steeper and the trek more difficult as we cross the Arkhet Khola on a suspension bridge, passing the shops of Arkhet Bazar. Descend to a high, cascading waterfall making a long steep slog up a ridge to Kuerepani. Then from here the trail descends to Soti Khola.Overnight at Soti Khola.
Day 4	Soti Khola to Maccha Khola : 6-7 hours Cross the bridge and trek through the beautiful Sal forests, then climb onto a ridge above huge rapids on the Budhi Gandaki. The rocky trail then weaves its way up and down, past two tropical waterfalls on a steep, rocky trail clinging to the side of a cliff. It eventually makes its way around to the Gurung village of Labubesi. Head down again to the river and traverse to Machha Khola village. Overnight at Machha Khola.
Day 5	Maccha Khola to Jagat : 6-7 hours The narrow trail makes some minor ups and downs and eventually crosses the Tharo Khola then reaches Khorlabesi. After a few more ups & downs there is a small trailside hotspring, from where we reach to Tatopani.. Climb on a wide, well-crafted staircase, then across a landslide and over a ridge to Dobhan. Crossing a suspension bridge over the Dobhan Khola, the trail climbs on a rugged trail to Duman. Crossing a suspension bridge over the Yaru Khola ,climb stone stairs to Tharo Bharyang. Trek along the river then climb towards the village of Jagat.
Day 6	Jagat to Chisopani : 4-5 hours Climb over a rocky ridge to Salleri, and then descend to Sirdibas. The valley widens a bit as the trail continues up to Ghatta Khola. Climb up to Philim, a large gurung village. Walk past Philim to the north across a forest with the views of the narrowing valley we reach Chisopani. Overnight at Chisopani.
Day 7	Chisopani to Chumling : 6 - 7 hours Descend down to trail going to the Tsum Valley. Climb through pine and rhododendron forests. Pass Lokpa, descend half an hour towards Lungwa khola and climbing further two hours north through pines and rhododendrons we reach Gumlung. Crossing the Siyar Khola, finally arrive at Chumling.Overnight.
Day 8	Chumling to Chokhangparo : 4-5 hours Cross the suspension bridge onto the opposite bank. Walk past Rainjam to Serpu Khola crossing another bridge we arrive at the Gho Village. Another continues 2 hours climb to Tsum takes us to the village of Chhokangparo. Overnight at Chokhangparo.
Day 9	Chokhangparo to Nile : 5-6 hours Walk past Lamagaon crossing rope suspension bridge to the Rachen Gompa, which is also well known as Nunnery Gompa too. We make a small visit and then we cross the Shiar Khola. Continue walking through the well managed villages Lar (micro hydro power), Phurbe and Pangdun. Leaving old historic Stupa of Buddha in a way crossing the village of Chhule, climb upstream and cross the bridge to finally arrive at Nile. Overnight.
Day 10	Nile to Mu Gompa : 3 hours Walk to the west bank of the valley through the Tibetan landscapes. Climb up to the Mu Gompa. Overnight stay.
Day 11	Mu Gompa, sightseeing Today we make a sightseeing of the whole Mu Gompa Region. Mu Gompa is the largest monastery in the region. The Gompa lies at the highest and most remote part of the Tsum Valley. After exploring the Mu Gompa area, you may also consider the option of getting to the base of Pika Himal (4865m).
Day 12	Mu Gompa to Burgi Village via Milarepa cave: 5 hours Trek back through Chhule and Phurbe, on the east bank of the Shiar Khola. Finally we arrive at Burgi village. The Burgi village is a small beautiful village. Climb up to the Milarepa's Cave Milarepa Cave (piren phu) is known for its mesmerizing glimpses of Poshyop Glacier, Kipu Himal and Churke himal.
Day 13	Burgi village -Chumling : 5-6 hours Continue trekking and descend down to Chhokang Paro again.Continue descending to Gho. Descending further, we arrive at the bridge over the Sarpu Khola. Trekking along the lower Tsum Valley takes you to again Chumling.
Day 14	Chumling to Philim : 6-7 hours The trail continues to Lokpa. Enjoy the gorgeous Samba Falls. Finally arrive at Philim after 6 or 7 hours long trekking. A trail passes through the Phillim village that leads to the Ganesh Himal Base Camp.Overnight.
Day 15	Philim to Khorlabesi: 6-7 hours Trek starts today from Philim to Khorlabesi via Jagat and Tatopani. Descend down to Sirdibas and we finally reach to Jagat. Further descend takes us to Yaruphant. Continue trekking to Dobhan. Finally arrive at Tatopani. Continue walking up and down from Tatopani to reach Khorlabesi, our rest place for the day.Overnight at Khorlabesi.
Day 16	Khorlabesi to Soti Khola : 6-7 hours The trail crosses the Tharo Khola flowing in a rocky ravine. Head down again to the river and traverse to Machha Khola village. Walk along the Budhi Gandaki River to reach to Gurung village of Labubesi. Pass the two waterfalls on a steep rocky trail on the side of a cliff. We then reach Khursane.Finally, cross the bridge to arrive at Soti Khola.Overnight at Soti Khola.
Day 17	Soti Khola to Arughat to Kathmandu :Walk 4 hours and drive 7-8 hours Climb up to the ridge of Kyorpani. Descend down to the cascading waterfall. Trekking further arrive at Arkhet. Cross the Arkhet Khola. We are now leaving the Budhi Gandaki Valley. Arrive at Sante Bazaar; pass through the forests to Maltar. Finally, passing by the hydroelectric plant following the stone streets, we arrive at the Arughat Bazar. Back to Kathmandu along the banks of the Marsyangdi and Trishuli rivers Overnight in Kathmandu.
Day 18	Final Departure. Arrive at the airport and check in for final departure.