Attend the mandatory official expedition briefing at the Ministry of Tourism with the government liaison officer. Complete gear inspections with your lead climbing Sherpa in Thamel, testing crampons, down suits, harnesses, and high-altitude boots.

Depart Kathmandu early morning in rugged private 4WD vehicles. Drive along the Prithvi Highway to Besisahar, entering the Marsyangdi River gorge. Ascend the rugged mountain highway into the Annapurna circuit route to arrive at Dharapani.

Follow the Marsyangdi River uphill through pine, fir, and oak woodlands. Pass Bagarchhap and Timang with sweeping views of Mount Manaslu (8,163 m) to reach Koto—the administrative gateway and military checkpoint for the restricted Nar-Phu Valley.

Cross the suspension bridge over the Marsyangdi into the restricted wilderness of the Phu Khola gorge. Hike through dense bamboo and pine forests, traversing dramatic cliff-hanging trails, wooden footbridges, and waterfalls past Dharmasala to the open plateau of Meta.

Walk along the arid trans-Himalayan trail through dramatic weathered desert canyons and eroded rock towers. Pass the seasonal pastoral settlements of Chyako and Jhunam, enjoying vistas of Kang Guru and Pisang Peak, before checking into Kyang.

Ascend through the narrow river canyon, crossing the ancient stone gate of 'Phupi Gyaltsen'. Arrive at the medieval fortress village of Phu (4,080 m), renowned for slate-roofed stone houses, ancient weaving traditions, and Tashi Lhakhang Monastery.

A dedicated rest and acclimatization day. Hike up to the 1,000-year-old Tashi Lhakhang Buddhist Gompa to receive blessings from the head Lama for safe mountain climbing. Explore the terraced barley fields and yak pastures of the upper valley.

Depart Phu village, trekking northeast along the lateral moraine of the Pangri Glacier. Ascend gradual scree and alpine slopes past glacial streams to establish Himlung Himal Base Camp (4,850 m / 15,912 ft) on a wide grassy lateral clearing.

Climbing Sherpas and Lama lead the sacred Buddhist Puja ceremony, hoisting prayer flags to ask mountain deities for safe passage and favorable weather. Conduct fixed-rope ascending (jumar), technical descent, and ladder-crossing practice on glacial ice walls.

12-Day Climbing Window:• Rotation 1: Ascend moraine trails and lower glacier to Camp 1 (5,430 m). Touch Camp 2 (6,000 m) across moderate snow slopes (35°) and return to Base Camp to rest.• Rotation 2: Sleep at Camp 1 and Camp 2 for high-altitude acclimatization, then descend to Base Camp.• Summit Push: Rest at Base Camp waiting for a clear weather window. Ascend sequentially through Camp 1 (5,430 m), Camp 2 (6,000 m), and high Camp 3 (6,350 m).• Summit Night: Depart Camp 3 at midnight. Climb the Northwest Ridge over firm snow slopes and fixed lines (35°–45°). Reach the summit of Himlung Himal (7,126 m / 23,379 ft) at sunrise. Savor an extraordinary 360-degree panorama of Manaslu (8,163 m), Annapurna II, Kang Guru, Nemjung, and the vast Tibetan plateau. Safely descend fixed lines back to Camp 2 and Base Camp.

Dismantle high camps, pack all garbage under strict Leave No Trace environmental protocols, and pack expedition gear onto yaks and porters. Celebrate summit success with base camp crew.

Retrace your steps down from the Pangri glacier past Phu village. Follow the scenic river canyon downstream through Jhunam to settle into cozy teahouse accommodations at Kyang.

Descend the dramatic cliff-hugging stone trails through Meta and Dharmasala. Cross back over the suspension bridge into Koto to complete restricted area permit checkout.

Trek down through Timang and Bagarchhap to Dharapani. Meet private 4WD vehicles for the drive along the Marsyangdi River back to Besisahar.

Drive along the scenic Prithvi Highway back to Kathmandu. Check into your 5-star hotel for hot showers, massages, and relaxation. In the evening, attend a celebratory farewell banquet with the expedition leadership.

Complete final debriefing at the Department of Tourism and receive official summit certificates. Private VIP transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport for your international return flight.