- Trip Code : NTE-TF18
- Trip Duration : 18 Days
- Trip Level : Demanding
- Trip Max Altitude : 3660
- Trip Start Location : Pokhara
- Trip End Location : Pokhara
- Trip Route : Pokhara-Jomsom-Lomanthang
- Trip Best Season : March-April & August-November
Trip Highlights
- Kathmandu Sightseeing Tour
- Tiji Festival Experience
- Incredible Tibetan Buddhist Culture, Monastery, Chhortens and Mani Walls.
- Views of Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Nilgiri, and Tukuche.
- Magnificent views of Upper Mustang
- High Pass Trek- Marang La (4300m), Ghami La (3520m), Nyi La (3840m)
Trip Information
The Tiji Festival is one of the very important spiritual festival celebrated in Lo Manthang, the walled city of Upper Mustang region. Also known as the “The chasing of the Demons”, the Tiji festival is where people unusually celebrate three days of rituals which represents the myth of Tiji. This famous festival tells a story of Dorje Jono deity, he battled with the demons father and save the Kingdom of Mustang. Observing this unique festival will provide you a long-lasting experience in the Upper Mustang region. This region itself is known as a fascinating hidden paradise within the Mustang region. It is one of the wonderful trekking destinations that provide you chances to explore the mystical valley of Mustang. Trekking through the desert landscapes and encounter with the traditional Nepali settlements and their interesting culture is another unforgettable experience that this trek offers us. Besides the landscape the Upper Mustang region is filled with some of the most fascinating Tibetan culture and buildings. The chortens, prayer walls and Buddhist shrines are all waiting upon your visit!
Exploring the stone walled city of Lo-Manthang, an exciting and charming place in Nepal with the Dhaulagiri Massif accompanied by Himalayan ranges is truly awe-inspiring. Besides this interacting with Tibetan like people not only make this trip exciting, but also cultural. Trekking through the unspoiled and isolated places and get involved with the native people and their living pattern and traditional cultural practices along with their ancient religion of Bon-Po which is older than Buddhism is really amazing.
During the Upper Mustang trek you will also be rewarded with the beautiful barren landscape views, ancient monasteries, amazing caves, small villages, friendly people and breathtaking sceneries and many more. The Forbidden ancient Buddhist Kingdom of Mustang also known as ‘Mini Tibet of Nepal’.
Short Itinerary
- Day 1 - 11 May 2020: Arrival day at Kathmandu 1300 m.
- Day 2 - 12 May 2020: Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing
- Day 3 - 13 May 2020: Drive to Pokhara/800m (2624ft).
- Day 4 - 14 May 2020: Pokhara – Jomsom/2720m – Kagbeni/2810m.
- Day 5 - 15 May 2020: Kagbeni –Chile (10004ft. 3050m).
- Day 6 - 16 May 29020: Chele – Giling (11709ft. 3570m).
- Day 7 - 17 May 2020: Giling - Charang (11677ft. 3560m).
- Day 8 - 18 May 2020: Charang – Lo-Manthang (12,238ft. 3,730m).
- Day 9 - 19 May 2020: Observe Tiji Festival at Lo-Manthang.
- Day 10 - 20 May 2020: Observe Tiji Festival at Lo-Manthang.
- Day 11 - 21 May 2020: Hike and explore surrounding, Visit the villages, monasteries and the King’s palace.
- Day 12 - 22 May 2020: Lo-Manthang - Ghami (3,460m/11,352ft).
- Day 13 - 23 May 2020: Ghami – Samar (12004ft. 3660m).
- Day 14 - 24 May 2020: Samar - Kagbeni (9216ft. 2810m) - Jomsom.
- Day 15 - 25 May 2020: Fly Jomsom – Pokhara.
- Day 16 - 26 May 2020: Drive Pokhara – Kathmandu.
- Day 17 - 27 May 2020: Kathmandu rest day.
- Day 18 - 27 May 2020: Final Departure.
- Day 1 11 May 2020: Arrival day at Kathmandu 1300 m.
- Day 2 12 May 2020: Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing
- Day 3 13 May 2020: Drive to Pokhara/800m (2624ft).
- Day 4 14 May 2020: Pokhara – Jomsom/2720m – Kagbeni/2810m.
- Day 5 15 May 2020: Kagbeni –Chile (10004ft. 3050m).
- Day 6 16 May 29020: Chele – Giling (11709ft. 3570m).
- Day 7 17 May 2020: Giling - Charang (11677ft. 3560m).
- Day 8 18 May 2020: Charang – Lo-Manthang (12,238ft. 3,730m).
- Day 9 19 May 2020: Observe Tiji Festival at Lo-Manthang.
- Day 10 20 May 2020: Observe Tiji Festival at Lo-Manthang.
- Day 11 21 May 2020: Hike and explore surrounding, Visit the villages, monasteries and the King’s palace.
- Day 12 22 May 2020: Lo-Manthang - Ghami (3,460m/11,352ft).
- Day 13 23 May 2020: Ghami – Samar (12004ft. 3660m).
- Day 14 24 May 2020: Samar - Kagbeni (9216ft. 2810m) - Jomsom.
- Day 15 25 May 2020: Fly Jomsom – Pokhara.
- Day 16 26 May 2020: Drive Pokhara – Kathmandu.
- Day 17 27 May 2020: Kathmandu rest day.
- Day 18 27 May 2020: Final Departure.
Price Includes
- Arrival and departure airport transfer
- Standard hotel accommodation in Kathmandu and Pokhara on Twin share with breakfast
- Welcome dinner with cultural program
- Full day guided cultural tour in Kathmandu city
- Teahouse / lodge accommodation while on trek on twin share
- Full board meals while on upper Mustang Tiji festival trekking.
- Properly boiled drinking water, tea and coffee
- Upper Mustang special trekking permit for the Tiji festival trek
- Annapurna conservation entry trek permit and Time card.
- Pokhara Jomsom Pokhara airfare with airport tax
- Private transportation from Kathmandu to Pokhara drive
- Complementary trek duffle bag and T- shirt to every trekkers on Tiji festival trip.
- Medical trained experienced trekking guide with first aid kit
- Trek Sherpa and porters with all their gear, wages and insurance etc.
- A Kathmandu city map and Mustang region trekking map
- Comprehensive pre departure and trip dossiers for the mustang trek
Price Does not Include
- Nepal entry visa and your personal travel insurance of any kind
- International airfare
- Drinks and main meals while on city like Kathmandu and Pokhara
- Entrance fee while in sight seeing at kathmandu and Pokhara
- Tips and items of personal nature expenses like postage, laundry etc
The price per person for the Small group Journey is fixed as stated below. There is also the option of private and tailor made journey best suited for you, your family and friends. The discount is subjected to increase with the number of people in your group. Bigger the group better the discount so group bookings are highly encouraged.
Frequently Asked Questions
- All your departure is guaranteed to run?
- Do I need to tip my guide and porters? How much would that be?
- Can I add extra days to my trek or trip?
- Do you use Yaks and porters on the trek or do we carry all of our own gear?
- Will there be a place to store items clothing not require for the trek?
- What is the weight limit for Remote flight?
- Can I charge my digital camera, mobile or other equipment on my trip?
- Is there any communication while we are on trekking?
- Do you guys have a PAC portable altitude chamber?
- If I am sick can I continue the trek next day after a day rest?
- What if I am badly sick in the Mountain?
- Is Nepal Travel Expedition staff insured?
- What safety measures are in place? What safety equipment do your guides carry with them on the trek to deal with altitude sickness/accident?
- Do your guide have trekking guide certificate from the government tourism center? Have they received first aid training for high altitude?
- What is the weather and temperature like in trekking?
- What is the best session for this trekking?
- What is your cancellation policy?
- Is it possible to reserve a trip now pay deposit later or do I have to pay deposit at booking reservation?
- Do we book own international flights to and from Nepal?
- In case of cancelled flight due to weather condition, how do we reach Lukla from Kathmandu and vice versa?
- What is the alternative option if my flight to and from Lukla is delayed or cancelled?
- What mode of transportation do you use?
- How much additional money do I need per day for the trek?
- What are the opportunity will I have for the shower along the trek?
- What is the drinking water facilities in the mountain?
- If I am vegetarian, is that a problem?
- Is the food in mountain prepare to international standard in terms of safety?
- What are the Toilet facilities in the tea house or guest house in the trekking route?
- What short of accommodation can I expect in Kathmandu and in the trekking?
- What types of extra document do I need?
- Can I obtain visa for Nepal upon on arrival at airport?
- Will somebody come to pick me up at the airport upon my arrival?
Note:- Above mention information is just the guide line and a standard template of what we provide. The trip can be customize at your request to accommodate your specific require programmed the timeframe for the trip.
Trip Note:- During the trip you might face different different problems such as weather, local politics , transport or a multitude of other factor that are beyond our control could bring change in the programmed. However every unlikely that the itinerary would be substantially atered, if alternative way is necessary, then the tour leader will take decision that the best alternative option. We try to make understand everything clear that we can to minimize its effect but we can not ensure unseen result of changes or delays.
Flight delay in Pokhara-Jomsom-Pokhara
Lukla and Jomsom airport is located on a wonderful valley surrounded by high mountains. Due to this reason to landing and taking off those airport is considered be difficult and techinical issue. The weather in the areas unpredictable and likely to change every few hours resulting the flight might delay or cancellation in mountain weather condition is always changable we could not ensure even the weather forecast could not get right information.
Domestic Airlines.
Nepal Domestic aircraft are Twin Otter and Dornier planes are the primary mode of transport service to and from the airstrip at lukla and jomsom. In mountain range flight is fairly depandable in weather condition however if the flight are cancelled due to weather condition to lukla, from kathmandu, to jomsom and from Pokhara we also can help you charter a helicopter to ensure you are on schedule for your trip and to catch International flight connections. The extra charges incurred are approximately couple of thousand USD 500-2500 per person would be applicable to you for the charter a helicopter. Normally Helicopter takes 4-6 people at a time and cost can be shared amongst the passangers. The heelicopter charge must be paid by the participant, which can later be submitted for reimbursement through travel insurance company. We can aslo help you with the necessary documents for a claim. Payment must be pait at the time service used by the passengers by USD cash or credit card, visa card, master card, american express are accepted for the helicopter trensport service. For the payment from any card require 4% bank service charge which goes directly to the bank.
Helicopter can fly in the visibility is 1500 meter, while the twin otter and dornier planes can fly if the visibility is 5000 meter or more as per the Nepal civil avation rules. If weqather condition is extrime or poor visibility than 1500m helicopter are also not operated. Also situation keeps on getting repeated for many days then you would be provide with alternative option for the trek and tour.
Why this trip make different?
Nepal Travel Expedition works closely with One of the main supporter's Charity service in Nepal. And contribute 10% of the tour cost for Orphan Childrens (sherpa Outdoor Foundation) We support them in many different ways.
Donation and Charity!
Nepal Travel Expedition donates 10% of its annual revenue to Sherpa Outdoor Foundation Orphan Children Home Which is Located in Lalitpur one can visit while you are in Nepal after or before the trip. We support Children's for Food, School, Clothes, Medicine also supporting stationery materials to Government School which is located at Lamjung district trying to build a library for them where they could find a different book to read. For this project, we are trying to collect donations.
Sponsorship and Partnership (volunteering programmed)
One of the major activities of Sherpa outdoor Children home in Lalitpur is fully conducted and collaborate with Nepal Travel Expedition and sister concern organization Nepal wildlife safari. The Volunteering concern programmed delivered by Nepal Travel Expedition and Sherpa Outdoor Foundation aims to mobilize a team of experts and interested individuals as an economic measure in providing human capital for education, health, community to share teaching skill various Government school in a different part of the country and community to delivered humanity skills also in our children home.