Itinerary
- Day 1
Arrival in Kathmandu
Your flight lands in Kathmandu Valley with views of the Himalayan peaks as you descend. A representative meets you at Tribhuvan International Airport and drives you to your hotel. It's a good chance to settle in and catch your breath after traveling.
- Start point
- Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal (Arrival gate )
- Day 2
Kathmandu Heritage Sites
After breakfast, you'll walk through Kathmandu's historic sites starting with Durbar Square, then head to Pashupatinath Temple and the Swayambhunath Stupa where monkeys roam around. From there, you'll stop by Bouddhanath Stupa before meeting your trekking guide. Later you'll go over the trek details and prepare your gear for the days ahead.
Included Activities
- Visit Durbar Square
- Visit Pashupatinath Temple
- Visit Swayambhunath Stupa (Monkey Temple)
- Visit Bouddhanath Stupa
Landmarks Durbar Square Pashupatinath Temple Swayambhunath Stupa Bouddhanath Stupa - Day 3
Kathmandu to Pokhara
Travel from Kathmandu to Pokhara along the scenic Prithvi Highway, passing through hillsides, rice fields, and river valleys. You'll stop for lunch at a local restaurant along the way. By evening, you'll check into your accommodation and relax by Fewa Lakeside. If you prefer, a flight option is available instead of the 6-7 hour drive.
- Meals
- Lunch (Lunch at local restaurant along the highway)
Included Activities
- Drive via Prithvi Highway to Pokhara
Optional Activities
- Fly to Pokhara instead of driving
- Relax at Fewa Lakeside
Landmarks Fewa Lake - Day 4
Trek Begins
After breakfast, fly to Jomsom in the Mustang District with mountain views all around. Once you arrive at the domestic airport, your trek begins to Kagbeni, passing through the entrance to Lower Mustang. You'll walk through the historic Kagbeni village with its brick buildings and monasteries, and Dhaulagiri Mountain is visible in the distance.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Fly from Pokhara to Jomsom
- Trek to Kagbeni
Landmarks Jomsom Kagbeni Village - Day 5
Kagbeni to Chele Trek
Trek deeper into Upper Mustang's restricted area from Kagbeni by presenting your Restricted Area Permit at the checkpoint. Walk beside the Kali Gandaki River basin with views of the Nilgiri mountains. Pass through Tangbe village and climb to Chhusang, then cross the river to reach Chele village, home to one of Mustang's oldest Buddhist communities.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Kagbeni to Chele
- Pass Restricted Area Permit checkpoint
Landmarks Tangbe Village Chhusang Village Chele Village Nilgiri Mountains - Day 6
Chele to Syangboche Trek
Trek from Chele through steep canyons and high passes crossing Taklam La at 3,624m and Dajori La at 3,735m, the day's highest point. Walk past Ramchung Cave and Chungsi Cave with views of Nilgiri peak, Damodar Danda, Yakawa Kang, Annapurna, and Tilicho peak. Climb steeply from Chungsi Cave to reach Syangboche village by evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Chele to Syangboche
- Cross Taklam La pass (3,624m)
- Cross Dajori La pass (3,735m)
- Visit Ramchung Cave and Chungsi Cave
Landmarks Taklam La Pass Dajori La Pass Ramchung Cave Chungsi Cave Nilgiri Peak Annapurna Mountain Tilicho Peak Syangboche Village - Day 7
Syangboche to Tsarang Trek
This is a long trekking day with magnificent mountain landscapes around you. Cross Yamada La pass at 3,850m and Nyi Pass at 4,010m on your way to Ghami, one of Mustang's most populated settlements. Cross a suspension bridge over Ghami Khola River at Tsarang La Pass, then continue to Tsarang village via Drakmar settlement.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Syangboche to Tsarang
- Cross Yamada La pass (3,850m)
- Cross Nyi Pass (4,010m)
- Cross suspension bridge at Tsarang La Pass (3,870m)
- Visit Ghami and Drakmar settlements
Landmarks Yamada La Pass Nyi Pass Ghami Settlement Tsarang La Pass Ghami Khola River Tsarang Village Drakmar Settlement - Day 8
Tsarang to Lo Manthang
Head out early to reach Lo Manthang, Mustang's ancient capital. Pass Ghar Goempa monastery where Guru Rimpoche's scriptures are on display. Descend through the gorge to Lo La Pass at 3,950m with views of Nilgiri, Annapurna I, Bhrikuti Peak, Tilicho Peak, and Damodar Kunda. Arrive at Lo Manthang with time to walk through mud-brick dwellings and visit one of the four major monasteries.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Tsarang to Lo Manthang
- Visit Ghar Goempa monastery
- Cross Lo La Pass (3,950m)
- Explore Lo Manthang
- Visit major monasteries: Jampa Lhakhang, Tubchen Goempa, or Chode Goempa
Optional Activities
- Visit Lo Manthang's four major monasteries
Landmarks Ghar Goempa Lo La Pass Lo Manthang Jampa Lhakhang Tubchen Goempa Chode Goempa Tsarang River - Day 9
Day 1
Attend the first day of the Tiji Festival celebrating Vajrayana Buddhism with roots dating back to the 17th century. Join a pilgrimage to the Lo-Manthang Royal Palace built 600 years ago. Monks from Chhode Monastery perform rituals explaining the festival's origins. View the enormous thangka painting on the palace's white walls and meet the Lo Manthang Monarch. Watch the Tsa Chham dance performance and interact with locals gathered from nearby villages.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Attend Tiji Festival - Day 1
- Pilgrimage to Lo-Manthang Royal Palace
- Witness monastery performances at Chhode Monastery
- View thangka paintings at the Royal Palace
- Meet Lo Manthang's Monarch
- Watch Tsa Chham dance performance
Optional Activities
- Interact with locals from nearby villages
Landmarks Lo-Manthang Royal Palace Chhode Monastery - Day 10
Day 2
Witness the second day of Tiji Festival at the Royal Palace where the courtyard bustles with residents and royal family members. Experience the Nga Chham dance, which continues the story of Dorjee Sonam's victory over a demon. Watch various dance movements and gestures that symbolize deeper spiritual meaning. Feel the energy of cymbal crashes and drum beats, then interact with residents and take short hikes to overlooks and religious sites.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Attend Tiji Festival - Day 2
- Watch Nga Chham dance performance at Royal Palace
- Short hikes to overlooks and religious sites
Optional Activities
- Interact with residents
Landmarks Lo-Manthang Royal Palace - Day 11
Day 3
Experience the final day of the Tiji Festival at the Royal Palace. Watch the Rha Chham dance depicting the conclusion of Dorjee Sonam's three-part victory story. See a monk portraying Dorjee Sonam throw an effigy of the demon made from barley, symbolizing the demon's expulsion from Mustang. Celebrate this magnificent finale marking the theme of spreading peace and prosperity. Reflect on your experience as part of this prestigious festival with the monarchs and inhabitants of Lo.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Attend Tiji Festival - Day 3 (Final Day)
- Watch Rha Chham dance performance
- Witness demon effigy ritual
Landmarks Lo-Manthang Royal Palace - Day 12
Lo Manthang to Dhakmar
Say goodbye to the people of Lo-Manthang and trek to Dhakmar. You can optionally stop at Ghar Goempa, a convent known as Gargen Chyoling Nunnery that once housed over 160 nuns and features paintings of Guru Rimpoche. Learn about its connection to the Samye monastery in Tibet. Arrive at Dhakmar village and take in views of its imperial red cliffs with yaks grazing in green pastures below.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Lo Manthang to Dhakmar
Optional Activities
- Visit Ghar Goempa (if not visited earlier)
Landmarks Ghar Goempa Dhakmar Village - Day 13
Dhakmar to Syangboche Trek
Trek from Dhakmar via Syangboche village by climbing a hilltop and descending to Akaima. Cross a narrow dry plateau and pass through verdant fields to reach Ghiling village. Start early to avoid afternoon winds in the region. Cross Yamada La pass at 3,850m and Nyi Pass at 4,010m, then head down via Tama Gaon route past barley fields and streams to reach Syangboche.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Dhakmar to Syangboche
- Cross Yamada La pass (3,850m)
- Cross Nyi Pass (4,010m)
Landmarks Dhakmar Village Syangboche Village Akaima Ghiling Village Yamada La Pass Nyi Pass - Day 14
Syangboche to Chhusang Trek
Trek from Syangbochen to Chhusang by retracing your earlier steps along the Syangbochen stream and then following the Mustang Khola river. Chhusang sits at the confluence of Narshing and Kali Gandaki rivers where you'll see towering cliffs in red-orange and silver-gray colors. Visit the historic Gompa Gang nunnery in the high cliffs (Thagsing Grangma caves) and observe the community farming and settlements.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Syangboche to Chhusang
- Visit Gompa Gang nunnery
Landmarks Syangboche Village Chhusang Village Gompa Gang Nunnery Narshing River Kali Gandaki River - Day 15
Chhusang to Jomsom Trek
Trek down the Kali Gandaki River's riverbank to reach Jomsom, Mustang's main commercial hub. Look for black fossilized Shaligram stones along the riverbank, valued for spiritual and therapeutic properties. Stop for lunch in Kagbeni village with views of Dhaulagiri and Nilgiri mountains. In Jomsom, explore Marpha village to see local customs and cultures. Sample local beverages, cuisine, and dried apples, a regional specialty.
- Meals
- Lunch (Lunch in Kagbeni village), Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Chhusang to Jomsom
- Trek via Kali Gandaki River
- Stop in Kagbeni village
Optional Activities
- Search for Shaligram stones
- Explore Marpha village
- Sample local beverages and dried apples
Landmarks Kali Gandaki River Kagbeni Village Jomsom Marpha Village Dhaulagiri Mountain Nilgiri Mountain - Day 16
Trek Ends
Fly from Jomsom Domestic Airport to Pokhara with views of Dhaulagiri, Nilgiri, and Annapurna ranges. Get transferred to your accommodation in Pokhara and rest for a while. In the evening, explore local attractions including a Thakali dinner at a local restaurant, boating in Fewa Lake, or hiking to Peace Pagoda.
- Meals
- Dinner (Thakali dinner at local restaurant)
Included Activities
- Fly from Jomsom to Pokhara
Optional Activities
- Thakali dinner in local restaurant
- Boating in Fewa Lake
- Hike to Peace Pagoda
Landmarks Jomsom Domestic Airport Fewa Lake Peace Pagoda Dhaulagiri Mountain Nilgiri Mountain Annapurna Mountain - Day 17
Pokhara to Kathmandu
Return to Kathmandu via the Prithvi Highway with scenic views of hills, farmland, and rivers during the lengthy drive. If you prefer, fly to Kathmandu for faster, more convenient travel. After arriving, transfer to your accommodation and have spare time to explore the city. Later in the evening, enjoy a farewell dinner with your guide and tour staff to mark the end of your adventure.
- Meals
- Dinner (Farewell dinner at typical Nepalese restaurant with cultural shows)
Included Activities
- Travel from Pokhara to Kathmandu
- Farewell dinner at typical Nepalese restaurant with cultural shows
Optional Activities
- Fly to Kathmandu instead of driving
- Explore Kathmandu city
- Day 18
Departure from Kathmandu
A female guide representative drops you off at the airport. Say your goodbyes to Nepal as you depart.
- End point
- Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal (Main Entrance)
Included Activities
- Airport transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport
