Ruby Valley Trek - 9 Days Private Hidden Gem from Kathmandu

4.8
(6 reviews)
Kathmandu, Nepal

9 days (approximately)
Offered in: English

Fewer than 200 trekkers walk this trail each year. No crowds, no Wi-Fi teahouses, no souvenir shops. Just authentic Gurung and Tamang stone villages where life has been unchanged for centuries.

Four distinct landscapes: subtropical valleys, dense bamboo forests, terraced farmland, and alpine rhododendron woodland. Views of Ganesh Himal and Tibetan peaks. Natural hot springs at Tatopani. The historic ruby-mining region that gives the valley its name.

Max altitude only 3,842m at Pangsang Pass — stunning scenery without the altitude sickness risk of Everest or Annapurna.

Our family runs the Nagarjun Learning Centre at Saldum village on the trail, supporting 70 children. Trekkers visit the centre near Kintang Phedi. All funds from this trek support the learning centre.

Organised within 48 hours. Our guides speak Gurung and Tamang and know every family on the route. This is Nepal before the brochures.

What's Included

KTM hotels, flights, visa, insurance, tips, bar bills
Teahouse and lodge accommodation throughout the trek
Langtang National Park permit, TIMS card, and all government taxes included
Kathmandu to Syabrubesi and Dhading Besi to Kathmandu by local transport. Airport pickup and drop-off included
Licensed English-speaking government-trained trekking guide
Breakfast with fresh fruits, lunch, and dinner daily. Cup of tea or coffee with each meal. 2 litres of warm water provided daily at teahouses
Porter to carry your luggage (1 porter per 2 trekkers, up to 20 kg)
KTM hotels, flights, visa, insurance, tips, bar bills

Meeting and pickup

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What to expect

Day 1: Drive from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi (1,503m / 4,945ft) - 7-8 hours
Day 2: Trek from Syabrubesi to Gatlang (2,337m / 7,690ft)
Day 3: Trek from Gatlang to Somdang (3,271m / 10,760ft) via Parvati Kund and Yuri Kharka
Day 4: Trek from Somdang over Pangsang Pass (3,842m / 12,604ft) to Tipling (2,078m / 6,835ft)
Day 5: Rest day at Tipling village
Day 6: Trek from Tipling to Borang (1,800m / 5,960ft) - 4-5 hours
Day 7: Trek from Borang to Kintang Phedi (2,495m / 8,185ft) - 6-7 hours
Day 8: Drive from Kintang Phedi to Dhading Besi by local jeep - 5-7 hours
Day 9: Drive from Dhading Besi back to Kathmandu (1,310m / 4,323ft)

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by The Everest Holiday

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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