Kathmandu is the historical and cultural heart of Nepal and has been a popular destination for tourists ever since Nepal opened its doors to visitors. The city presents a wonderful mix of Hinduism, Tibetan Buddhism and Western influence in the Valley. Bauddhanath: Stupa with its 130 ft. dome. One of the world's largest Stupa, Bouddha is generally acknowledged to be the most important Tibetan Buddhist monument outside Tibet. Pupshupatinath Temple: Pashupatinath is considered one of the holiest shrines of all the Hindu temples. The temple has remained the presiding deity of ruling Nepalese Royalty. -After the city tour, our leader or guide will do the final briefing of the expedition. They will also take the opportunity to check the members' personal equipment as the city bazaars and climbing shops will provide the last chance to correct any deficiencies. Overnight at Hotel.

It's about an hour flight to the airstrip of Suketar. Suketar is only STOL airstrip in Taplejung district and is connected to Kathmandu and Biratnagar by scheduled flights. It was closed for few years due its reconstruction work which was underway and now the airport is pretty much complete to resume its operation. We will meet our porters and the rest of the trek crew here and we spend the night at Suketar. Overnight in tea house.

4 WD driving on a rough road for 5-6 hours we will be reaching Sekhathum.

We have our first views of Jannu from the campsite if the weather is clear in the morning. It's a tough walk today, following a new path, which is very narrow in places, undulating, exposed and slippery after rain. We cross the river directly out of camp over a new bridge and follow a path steeply up and then down, before soon crossing back over the river on an older wooden bridge. Again we climb up out of the bottom of the gorge and then drop back down, passing a solitary lodge at Sotlima until the trail descends right down to river level. For a few hundred metres the path clings to the side of the gorge, with spray from the pounding river making it all too obvious that a slip here would be catastrophic. Further on we cross the river once more to a lunch spot. After lunch we follow zigzags up through trees until the path contours high above the gorge. Eventually we reach Amjilasa, a collection of Tibetan lodges high on the hillside above the gorge (7 - 8 hours). Overnight in camp

From Amjilasa the trail contours the hillside before dropping down through bamboo, oak and rhododendron forest. It's undulating and narrow with the odd exposed section, though any sense of exposure is removed by the presence of the bamboo. Eventually we reach a small stone house by the river before climbing up again. The path crosses a couple of small bridges at the base of waterfalls. Lunch is at a great spot by an icy pool at the base of yet another stunning waterfall. It's a short walk in the afternoon uphill to Gyabla, a small Tibetan settlement with impressive views up the valley towards Khabur (6,332m). The air here feels much cooler and we have the sense of entering the high mountains (5 hours). Overnight in camp

After putting on some warmer layers of clothing we set off and drop down to the river yet again. After 1.5 hours we arrive at 3,000m and enter Larch pine. The path now becomes very easy underfoot and the valley begins to open out. We arrive at Phole (3,140m) for lunch. Phole is a fair sized Yak herder settlement with a rather run down Gompa. It's another 1.5 hours trekking to Ghunsa, a Sherpa village, which benefits from a small hydro-electric power plant. We will camp outside of one of the Trekking lodges here and look forward to two nights in this relaxing spot (4.5 - 5 hours). Overnight in camp

In the morning we can do some washing and have a chance to sort out our gear before having an acclimatisation walk. The walk heads up towards the Lapsang La through forest to a point above the tree line at c4,200m. We should be back in Ghunsa in the early afternoon to relax and have a shower. You can make a phone call and even send a postcard from here. Overnight in camp

Heading north from Ghunsa the trail follows the east bank of the river. It really is delightful walking through Larch and Juniper, with some trickier sections across small landslides and along the riverbed. We cross a bridge at Rampuk Kharka (3,720m) and have lunch just beyond against the backdrop of snow capped peaks and spires. In the afternoon we continue on past a sacred waterfall before contouring up the hillside and crossing a large landslide. It's important to move quickly across this hazard as there is always the danger of stone fall from above. Just beyond the landslide we have our first views of Jannu, as it comes into view above a ridge. It is simply breathtaking and consequently, it may take us a while to walk the last section into Kambachen (7 hours). Overnight in camp

It is possible to continue to Lhonak (4,785m) today, but this would be pushing our acclimatisation schedule and would likely result in some members of the group suffering from the symptoms of altitude sickness. Instead, we will base ourselves from Kambachen as there is plenty to see and do from here as part of an 'active pottering' day. We will most likely walk up the Nuphchu Khola Valley for superb views of Jannu. It's also possible to trek up towards Jannu's base camp, though the Ghunsa Khola can be difficult to cross so this might not be the sensible option. Having had a second night in Kambachen, we should find the walk up to Lhonak tomorrow fairly steady and crucially, the long day to base camp the following day will feel easier for everybody. Overnight in camp

From Kambachen, the trail follows the hillside on the north bank of the river. At a waterfall, the base of which can sometimes be icy, the path almost disappears and there is a section of boulder hopping. We cross a bridge and climb up to Ramtang, a grazing pasture with a couple of Yak herder huts. It takes another hour or so to reach Ghunsa. At first, we amble along gentle paths, which weave between boulders, taking in the superb views. Not long before we arrive at Lhonak the path is narrow and loose where it crosses some small landslides, before dropping down to the river and finally arriving at Lhonak. Here there are 6 Yak herder huts set out on the expansive and grassy valley bottom. Chang Himal has now come into view ahead and the route beside the Kanchenjunga Glacier all the way to Pangpema is visible (3.5 - 4.5 hours). Overnight in camp

An early morning start would be recommended. It is going to take around 7-8 hours for return journey. The trail follows the edge of the glacier all the way and is mostly fairly gradual on grassy trails. There are some rockier sections and a couple of narrow landslides, which need to be crossed quickly. Chang Himal looms over our right shoulders all morning with its steep North Face and at the head of the valley is Kirat Chuli (7386m), Pangpema is a flat, grassy base camp with a couple of porter huts. For better views of the vast bulk of Kanchenjungas North Face, we can walk up a little higher above base camp to a natural viewing platform.

It is going to be long day but mostly downhill walk should not be the case. Overnight tea house

Initially we pass through the beautiful forest before opening out to steep, grassy hillsides where Thyangnam is nestled in the middle of the woods, all by herself. There is a small waterfall next to the camp and it's a perfect place to take cold shower after days of exhaustion. Overnight in tea house

After a steep climb on grassy hillsides until we get to Amjilasa, it's a steep descent that will take most of the day. We will walk pass the confluence of the Tamur and Ghunsa Khola, from where the camp is not very far. Overnight in tea house

About 5-6 hours of dirt road driving in a 4WD will bring us back to Taplejung. Overnight in tea house

Again early morning start is recommended, long drive on the well paved road takes abour +/-9 hours, we will be flying back to Kathmandu in the evening flight.

Rest and relax at the hotel after such long strenuous trip. The day is also reserved as a contingency day due to flight delays or other unforeseen conditions. For those eager to see as much of Kathmandu as possible, an early start is worthwhile to visit the temples of Pashupatinath and Swayambhunath and districts of Bhaktapur and Patan. Durbar Square is also on the essential list, as is the shopping area of Thamel. In the evening you can have your last night in Nepal, enjoying the Nepali cultural dinner show or go out to Thamel.

Today is free or last minute shopping for souvenirs or gift to your family, friends or relatives for you until your departure flight/drive or to commence any extra trips or activities you may have booked with us. If departing, you'll be transferred to the International Airport for your departure flight to your onwards destination.