From Arughat, the road has less traffic so we can either take a jeep to SotiKhola or hike through the Magar and Gurung villages which is a more scenic opportunity. Since the climate is hot in this area, you'll see a lot of rice, maize, and millet growing in the fields while we pass through the villages and farms. On reaching Arkhet, our trekking will begin as we head to Lapubesi, where we spend the night. 

Accommodation: Overnight in the available local lodge.

 Continuing our walk along the river, we pass through the Machhakhola. As we move forward, we will encounter frequent ups and downs ahead. Be careful as the monkeys and langurs are sometimes spotted throwing rocks. Along the path, we encounter a Gurung village and a botanical garden as well.
After passing some ups and downs, we reach Tatopani where hot water spouts that provide a delightful evening shower can be found. These hot water spouts are beneficial from a dermatological point of view. This place is nice and peaceful and guarantees quality time.

Accommodation: Overnight in the available local lodge.

 The trail will take you across the bridge and then you will be walking through the dense Sal forest. After crossing the Budi Gandaki River, you will reach a place called Khursane. As you leave Khursane behind, the trail weaves up and down throughout your path. You will be passing through two subtropical waterfalls before you reach Labubesi, a Gurung village. From Labubesi, you will cross another suspension bridge and reach MachhaKhola village. 

Accommodation: Overnight in a local lodge.

Your trail will be a bit difficult as it is mostly upward and narrow. After some decent walk, you will reach Tharo Khola and then to KhorlaBesi. You will walk across the hot spring. After a gradual walk, you will cross the suspension bridge over the BudhiGandaki. Followed by a climb to the beautifully crafted staircase, you will reach Dobhan. Upon crossing a suspension bridge over the YaruKhola, you will climb the stone stairs. Then it's a descent towards Tharo Bharyang. Later on, you will cross the west bank of Budhi Gandaki and finally, you will reach Jagat.

Accommodation: Overnight in the available local lodge

We start our day by crossing a suspension drive and crossing a slip, then we ascend along the valley to the east, which offers a splendid view of Ganesh Himal before we reach Rainjam village. Later on, we cross the SerpuKhola and join the trail leading to the upper Tsum Valley. After walking for some time, we'll reach the village of Chhokang-Paro.

Accommodation: Overnight in the available local lodge.

Early in the morning, use your time to explore the village and you might encounter a That (wild goat). Afterward, we travel in the east direction through some villages before we climb over a ridge to visit Milarepa's cave, a sacred cave for meditation for Buddhists. We then cross the Shiyar Khola, pass through some villages, and reach an unusual round stupa before reaching the larger village of Chhule through an amazing entrance gate. As we leave Chhule villages we trek upstream to cross a bridge and ascend to Nile village to spend the night. 

Accommodation: Overnight in the available local lodge.

Today you'll be exploring the Mu Gompa. After breakfast, we head up on the west bank through a narrow valley. The final climb is through the dry Tibetan countryside with rows of Chotens to each Mu Gompa. At Mu Gompa, you can explore the monastery, an ancient gompa, and the Dhephu Doma nunnery. You can also climb to Kalung (3820 m) or Bhajyo (4030 m) passes to have a glimpse of Tibet from the Nepal border.

Accommodation: Overnight in the available local lodge.

Advancing our journey, we retrace our way back to as far as Phurbe. Staying on the east bank of the Sitar Khola, we cross the flat boulders leading the path to RachenGompa. Here, you can visit the ancient Gompa and explore the village of Gompa families. It's a family that has at least one monk or nun. 

Accommodation: Overnight in the available local lodge.