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Manaslu Circuit with Tsum Valley Trek — 23 Days
23 days

Manaslu Circuit with Tsum Valley Trek

Experience the 23-day Manaslu Circuit with Tsum Valley Trek, combining rich cultural landscapes and high-altitude trails in the Himalayas.

From

$2,135

Deposit $425

Trip facts

Duration
23 days
Highest altitude
5,106 m
Best seasons
March–May · September–November

Elevation profile

Manaslu Circuit with Tsum Valley Trek — 23 Days — on the trail

Overview

Manaslu Circuit with Tsum Valley adds sacred Tsum side valleys before rejoining the classic Larkya La loop. Twenty-three days mix cultural overnight stays with high-pass pacing and private road approaches from Kathmandu. It suits Classic Fit trekkers wanting both pilgrimage landscapes and a full Manaslu circuit.

Map

Explore the route

Highlights

What sets this journey apart

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  1. Nubri valley quiet

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    Nubri valley quiet

  2. Chhekampar monastery echoes

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    Chhekampar monastery echoes

  3. Larke Pass panorama

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    Larke Pass panorama

  4. Tsum Valley tranquility

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    Tsum Valley tranquility

  5. Manaslu range views

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    Manaslu range views

  6. Bhimthang mountain meadows

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    Bhimthang mountain meadows

  7. Kathmandu cultural close

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    Kathmandu cultural close

  8. Local teahouse warmth

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    Local teahouse warmth

Dates & price

From
$2,135 per person
Deposit
$425
Duration
23 days

Pick a departure from the calendar and pay the deposit to hold your place. Want a date that isn't listed? Ask us.

Itinerary

Day by day

After the trail

Stay a few more days

Essentials

What's covered

Included

  • Leader & guide

    • Licensed English-speaking trip leader with wilderness first-aid training.
  • Accommodation

    • Kathmandu 4★ twin-share; teahouses on trail; paid upgrades available.
  • Internal flights

    • No Lukla flights; private road approaches to Tsum / Manaslu trailheads as itinerary.
  • Airport transfers

    • ETE representative EV private-vehicle pickup at TIA; trip briefing on arrival day.
  • Permits & fees

    • Manaslu / Tsum restricted permits and conservation fees as required.
  • Porter service

    • Shared porter support for duffel bags within stated weight limits.
  • Kathmandu meals

    • City hub meals as listed on arrival and soft-close days.
  • Ground transportation

    • Private vehicle transfers only (airport, city, and trailhead sectors as itinerary) — no shared public road transport.

Not included

  • Trail meals

    • Teahouse meals on trail are usually guest-paid unless stated otherwise.
  • International flights

    • Your international airfare to/from Nepal is not included.
  • Travel insurance

    • Mandatory altitude-capable insurance with heli-evac is guest-arranged.
  • Nepal visa

    • On-arrival or e-visa fees are guest-paid.
  • Personal equipment

    • Boots, sleeping bag hire, and personal kit are not included.
  • Tips & gratuities

    • Tips for guides and porters are customary and guest-paid.
  • Personal expenses

    • Snacks, drinks, charging, Wi-Fi, and laundry are guest-paid.
  • Extra accommodation

    • City upgrades beyond included 4★ twin-share are guest-paid.

Questions

Before you commit

Morning overlook across a Himalayan valley — trail stewardship

On this trek · manaslu-conservation-area

Restricted trails. Quiet culture. Fair loads.

Honor permits. Pack out. Treat crew equity as non-negotiable.

Whole-team stewardship

Packing

What to pack

Manaslu Circuit with Tsum Valley Trek — 23 Days kit — counts for one person.
  1. 01

    Base layers

    Moisture-wicking tops and bottoms for warm days and cold evenings.

  2. 02

    Insulation & shell

    Mid-layer fleece plus waterproof shell jacket and pants.

  3. 03

    Footwear

    Broken-in trekking boots; camp shoes for lodges.

  4. 04

    Sleeping gear

    Warm sleeping bag rated for high camps; liner optional.

  5. 05

    Day pack essentials

    25–35L pack, water bottles, snacks, sun protection, layers.

  6. 06

    Toiletries

    Biodegradable soap, quick-dry towel, personal hygiene kit.

  7. 07

    Documents & money

    Passport, visas, insurance, cash for trail meals and tips.

  8. 08

    First aid & meds

    Personal meds, blister kit, altitude meds if prescribed.