Day 1: Drive from Kathmandu to Machha Khola (approximately 870–930m)
Depart Kathmandu by road and travel through Nepal’s hills, riverside settlements, and rural countryside towards Machha Khola. The drive usually takes most of the day, depending on traffic and road conditions. Overnight at a local lodge.
Day 2: Trek from Machha Khola to Jagat (approximately 1,340m)
Follow the Budhi Gandaki River through traditional settlements, forested sections, suspension bridges, and rocky trails. Continue through the river valley towards Jagat, an important checkpoint on the route. Overnight at a teahouse.
Day 3: Trek from Jagat to Lokpa (approximately 2,240m)
Continue through villages and hillside trails towards Philim before taking the route into the Tsum Valley. The trail climbs through forested terrain towards Lokpa, the gateway to the valley. Overnight at a local lodge.
Day 4: Trek from Lokpa to Chumling (approximately 2,386m)
Enter the lower Tsum Valley and follow scenic paths through forests, small settlements, and mountain landscapes. Reach Chumling, a traditional village with distinctive stone houses and Buddhist cultural features. Overnight at a teahouse.
Day 5: Trek from Chumling to Chhokangparo (approximately 3,031m)
Continue through the valley, passing small settlements, cultivated fields, mani walls, and chortens. As the trail gains elevation, the surrounding Himalayan scenery becomes increasingly prominent. Overnight at Chhokangparo.
Day 6: Trek from Chhokangparo to Nile (approximately 3,361m)
Continue towards upper Tsum through traditional villages and open valley landscapes. Depending on time and the selected route, a visit to Piren Phu, also known as Milarepa’s Cave, may be possible. Overnight at Nile or the nearby Chhule settlement.
Day 7: Excursion to Mu Gompa (approximately 3,700m)
Travel towards Mu Gompa, one of the most significant monasteries in the upper valley. Explore the surrounding landscape and learn about the area’s Buddhist traditions, subject to monastery access and local conditions. Return to Nile or the designated nearby lodge for the night.
Day 8: Trek to Rachen Gompa and Continue Towards Chhokangparo
Retrace the route through upper Tsum and visit Rachen Gompa, an important Buddhist nunnery and religious centre. Continue towards Chhokangparo or another suitable overnight stop according to the group’s pace and the lodge arrangements. Overnight at a local teahouse.
Day 9: Trek from Chhokangparo to Chumling
Descend through the valley, retracing the scenic trail past traditional settlements, cultivated land, and forested sections. Overnight at Chumling.
Day 10: Trek from Chumling to Lokpa
Continue descending through the lower Tsum Valley towards Lokpa. Enjoy the changing landscape as the route approaches the junction with the main Budhi Gandaki trail. Overnight at a teahouse.
Day 11: Trek from Lokpa to Philim
Rejoin the main trail and continue through the Budhi Gandaki region towards Philim. Pass traditional settlements, river crossings, and hillside paths. Overnight at a local lodge.
Day 12: Trek from Philim to Jagat
Follow the river valley through villages and scenic terrain towards Jagat. This section provides another opportunity to experience the rural landscapes and traditional communities of the Manaslu region. Overnight at a teahouse.
Day 13: Trek from Jagat to Machha Khola
Continue along the Budhi Gandaki River through familiar villages, suspension bridges, and rugged valley scenery. Reach Machha Khola and prepare for the return drive to Kathmandu. Overnight at a local lodge.
Day 14: Drive from Machha Khola to Kathmandu
Travel by road back to Kathmandu. The journey may take most of the day, depending on traffic, road conditions, and transport arrangements. On arrival, transfer to your hotel or onward destination.
Important: Walking stages and overnight stops may be adjusted by the guide according to trail conditions, accommodation availability, and the group’s pace. The route to Mu Gompa and Rachen Gompa should be confirmed during trip planning.
