Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu

You will arrive in Kathmandu – the capital city of Nepal via Tribhuvan International Airport and transported to your hotel. After settling your luggage, you can rest for a while after which you can stroll around the city and enjoy the nightlife at Thamel.

Day 2: Sightseeing in Kathmandu

This is a day when you get to visit some of the cultural and religious sites in Kathmandu valley. The list includes Pashupatinath – the holy temple for Hindu, Durbar squares – the palace of the ancient kings, Swoyambhunath – the monkey temple and holy site for Buddhist as well as Bouddhanath – the largest stupa in the world. At the evening, you will be briefed about the trek.

Day 3: Kathmandu – Pokhara

Early morning breakfast and we drive to Pokhara. Pokhara is the considered the tourist destination of Nepal. Throughout the way, we can enjoy the view of the stunning looking hills, the Trishuli river, and the wide terrains. We will also pass through various towns and villages. Reaching Pokhara, we can enjoy cycling in this clean city and stroll around in the nightlife of Pokhara.

Day 4: Pokhara – Kagbeni

We take our breakfast back to the hotel and drive to Airport and fly to Jomsom which is famous for its apple and the product made of it. From Jomsom, we start our trek. We trek alongside the great Kali Gandaki valley. As we traverse through the thin forests and shrubs we can enjoy the view of the western Himalayas including Mt. Dhaulagiri, Mt. Tukuche among others. We reach Kagbeni and stay for the night. 30 minutes of flight. 4 hours of walk. BLD included.

Day 5: Kagbeni – Chele (3,050m)

Kagbeni serves as an entry point to the Upper Mustang region. So, there’s a checkpoint where we have to show our permit to enter. Heading west we reach the valley of Chuksang. We ascend through a rocky trail with few trees in the area. After coming to a plain land, we have to cross a wooden bridge that takes us across the great Kali Gandaki River. Few stretches and we reach Chele. 6 hours of walk. BLD included.

Day 6: Chele – Syanboche (3,475m)

Initially we have to climb a rocky trail that takes us to the first pass of the day- The Taklam La (3,624m). From the pass, we can see the entire rocky landscape and the mountains at a distance.From there; we ascend through the rocky terrain and reach Dajori La (3,735m) to reach the Samar village. A few ups and downs and re pass thin forests reaching an open area with wild animals grazing. Continuing on we reach Syanboce where we stay overnight. 7 hours of walk. BLD included.

Day 7: Syanboche – Ghami (3,520m)

This is a rather difficult day as we have to climb three passes – the Yamda La (3,850m), the Nyi La (4,010m) and Ghami La. There are many Buddhist chortens and prayer flags that we can see along the way that signifies the prevalent Buddhist religion in the area. We reach the Ghami that is the third largest city in Mustang with a many red chortens and mani walls both within and on the outskirts of the city. 6 hours of walk. BLD included.

Day 8: Ghami – Tsarang (3,620m)

We trek rather early as the wind may obstruct the trek later on. So, we initially climb down through a slippery rocky trail. Then it’s a long suspension bridge that takes us over the Ghami Khola. Tsarang La(3,810m) is the only pass we have to cross. The landscape looks barren like a desert with no greenery till miles. We reach Tsarang – the second largest city in Mustang. There are more chortens in the city. We can also visit the monastery in the area. 6 hours of walk. BLD included.

Day 10: Tsarang – Lo Manthang (3,730m)

We start off by asending to Lo La (3,950m). From the pass, we can witness the beautiful rocky landscape and the view of the blue mountains in the distance, an amalgamation of which looks unsurpassable. Climbing down through the rock formation we reach the walled capital city of Lo Manthang just in time for the frist day of the festival which starts in the afternoon.

Day 11: Exploration in Lo Manthang – second day of Tiji Festival

We explore around the walled city and visit the monasteries in the area. There’s also a cave that we can visit. In the afternoon we enjoy the second day of the festival. Monks will dance with masks and the sheer peole witnessing this festival makes it a great experience.

Day 12: Exploration in Lo Manthang – last day of Tiji festival

In the morning we can witness the majestic mountains like Annapurna I (8,091m) and the Nilgiri mountains as the backdrop to the beautiful grey desert. This will be last day of the Tiji festival so we gather in the town hall and enjoy the iconic dances and people showing their artistic sword skills. We gather for dinner and interact with the friendly local people.

Day 13: Lo Manthang – Drakmar (3,730m)

We will use the alternative route to return. Since Lo Manthang lies in the foothills, we initially ascend above the hill from where we gaze at the walled city of Manthang for one last time. Then we descend downhill and reach the Gyakar village. The landscape is barren and rocky with the wind blowing fiercely. We continue through this trail and reach Drakmar. 7 hours of walk. BLD included.

Day 14: Drakmar – Ghliing (3,806m)

Trekking is very easy as we walkthrough the rocky landscape. We gradually ascend the brown hills from where the Dhaulagiri and Nilgiri mountains become more and more visible. Nearing the village of Ghiling we get exposed to some greenery after a long time. Few trees can be seen in the village along with the Buddhist mani paintings on the wall and red chortens. We stay overnight. 6 hours of walk. BLD included.

Day 15: Ghiling – Chhuksang (3,050m)

Some more trekking in the barren landscape with the uneven trail. We descend down the rocky hills and pass few villages to reach Chhuksan. This village is famous for the artistic rocks, the elegant painting, and red chortens. The friendly villagers are welcoming and entertaining as they will show you’re their lifestyle and food. 5 hours of walk. BLD included.

Day 16: Chhuksang – Jomsom

This will be the last day of the trek. Traversing through the rocky terrain we descend down the Mustang valley and reach its end. This departs us from the Mustang valley and takes us to the trail of Annapurna circuit. The brown barren landscape is substituted with some trees and greenery. You will feel like arriving in a different country. We stop by Kagbeni for some rest and after walking for few stretches reach Jomson. We stay overnight at a lodge. 7 hours of walk. BLD included.

Day 17: Jomsom- Pokhara

It’s a short flight to Pokhara. Form the plane, we can see the majestic mountains of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri at their full might. As we fly alongside this ice giants, the scenery makes for one of the greatest. The short flight ends in Pokhara and you will be taken to your hotel. You will have the entire day to yourself and Pokhara is by no means, any short of touristic destination. Boating in the great and pristine Fewa Lake is famous among the tourists.  Cycling around town is another alternative. There’s a pagoda atop of the hill that we can visit. As the day falls, the city becomes lit with the exquisite light and live music. There are many pubs and bars you can visit. 30 minutes of flight. Breakfast included.

Day 18: Pokhara – Kathmandu

After our breakfast back in the hotel, we will leave for Kathmandu. The path is the same which we initially came from. The hills, villages, terrace plantation, as well as the river, makes an awesome time. Reaching Kathmandu, you will time to stroll around the city and go for souvenir shopping to take back home. 8 hours of drive. BLD included.

Day 19: Departure

The long yet short journey to the Upper mustang has come to an end. It’s time to bid farewell to the beautiful nation. Depending on the time of arrival you will be transported to the Tribhuvan International Airport where you have to wait until the time of departure.

Cost Include:-

-Flight Fair (Guest and Guide)

-Airport pickup and Drop.

-Budget Hotel Accommodation on bed breakfast plan

-All ground transportations as per itinerary

-3 meals per day during the trek (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) and one cup of tea with per meal

-Accommodation on Tea-house during the trekking

-An experienced English Speaking Guide

-Necessary Porter 1: 2 (one porter for two Guests), the porter will Carry 15-20KG/

-All applicable taxes as per the government rules and regulations

-Entrance Fees

-(TIMS) Trekker’s information Management System

-First Aid medical kit, Oxymeter to check pulse, heart rate and oxygen saturation at higher altitude

-General equipment for Porter during the adventure trip

-Guide and porter salary and insurance during the trek

-All organizational requirements

Cost Exclude:-

– Nepal visa fee

-Your International flights

-Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu and Pokhara.

-Travel insurance

– Mountain rescue service if required

-Personal expenses (phone, laundry, water, bar drinks, battery recharge, extra porters, hot shower etc.)

-Trip cancellation cost accident or Health, Loss Theft or Damage and personal effects

– Tips