Upper Mustang Tiji Festival Trek for 18 Days

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Overview

Upper Mustang Tiji Festival Trekking is the trek into the last forbidden kingdom of Mustang which is undoubtedly the great experience you will have during your hike. Tiji is annual three days festival celebrated in Lo Manthang in front of Choedhe monastery where monks perform ritual dances. Tiji falls in the end of May every year; festival is about deity Dorje Jono and his demon father, Dorje Jono who battle against his demon father to save the Kingdom of upper Mustang from destruction.

During the trek you will be rewarded with breath taking landscapes, majestic mountains views and unforgettable lifetime experience of culture, tradition and unique lifestyle of Thakali people.

Note: The Tiji Festival will be celebrating 19th May 2020 to 21st May 2020. We would like to request all respected guest to plan accordingly.

What's included

  • Fight Tickets Kathmandu-Pokhara-Kathmandu
  • Upper Mustang restricted area permit fee.
  • Breakfast
  • Breakfast, lunch & dinner during entire trek.
  • Full day Kathmandu sightseeing tour by private tourist vehicle.
  • Salary, Food, Accommodation and insurance for the Guide.
  • Pokhara-jomsom-pokhara flight
  • Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu & Pokhara.
  • Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early from mountain or late departure.
  • Temple and monasteries entry fees during sightseeing in Kathmandu & Pokhara.
  • All personal & bar expenses in Kathmandu & Pokhara.
  • Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, battery recharge, bottle or boiled water, shower etc).

What to expect

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu airport and transfer to hotel.
  1. Kathmandu
    1 day
    Our company representative will meet you at Tribhuwan International airport upon your arrival and transfer you to pre-booked hotel.
Day 2: Kathmandu sightseeing and trek preparation day
  1. Kathmandu Valley
    1 day
    Today, after breakfast you will have full day sightseeing of UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Kathmandu valley including Basantapur Durbar Square, Monkey Temple, Boudhanath Stupa and Pashupatinath temple.
Day 3: Fly from Kathmandu to Pokhara
  1. Pokhara
    1 day
    Today, after breakfast 25 minutes scenic flight to Pokhara. After short refreshment at hotel you will enjoy boating at Phewa Lake and visit Tal Barahi Temple. Enjoy evening walk and delicious dinner at lake side.
Day 4: Fly from Pokhara to Jomsom (2720 m) and trek to Kagbeni (2800 m) 3-4 hours.
  1. Kagbeni
    1 day
    Today, early morning 15 minutes scenic flight from Pokhara to Jomsom, after having breakfast in Jomsom we will start our trek to Kagbeni 3-4 hours enjoy hiking. Evening time explore Kagbeni village and ancient Buddhist monastery.
Day 5: Trek from Kagbeni to Tsaile (3100 m) 5-6 hours.
  1. Mustang Region
    1 day
    Early morning breakfast in Kagbeni and start trek to Tsaile (5-6 hours). Our trekking trail pass through Tangbe village (3060 m), Tetang village (3040 m), Chhuksang village (2980 m). We will enjoy our lunch at Chhuksang village.
Day 6: Trek from Tsaile to Ghiling (3570 m) 6-7 hours via Chuksi Cave.
  1. Mustang Region
    1 day
    Today, after breakfast our trek continues along steep, treeless & dry terrain, Climb above Samar village and descend into a huge gorge and go into another valley along the surrounding of junipers trees, crossing a cool streams and climbs up to a ridge at 3800 m. We climb to Taklam La Pass (3,624 m) through plateaus and narrow stretches with views of Damodar Danda, Yakawa Kang and Tilicho Peak. Finally our trail drops steeply to the whitewashed building of Ghiling village.
Day 7: Trek from Ghiling to Dhakmar (3450 m) 5-6 hours.
  1. Mustang Region
    1 day
    After early morning breakfast we start our trek to Dhakmar. While hiking enjoy views of Himalayan range and explore many ancient Buddhist monastery.
Day 8: Trek from Dhakmar to Lo-Manthang (3840 m) 6-7 hours via Ghar Gompa & Marang-La Pass.
  1. Lomanthang
    1 day
    After breakfast we start our trek to reach our final destination Lo-Manthang. Our trail pass through beautiful village and further ascends gently to the 3,850 meters windy pass of Lo, from where you can enjoy stunning views of walled city Lo-Manthang.
Day 9: Observe First day of Tiji Festival.
  1. Lomanthang
    1 day
    Today, after breakfast explore Lo-Manthang village and after lunch enjoy rituals dance performance by monks at first day of Tiji Festival.
Day 10: Explore Lo-Manthang village and observe second day of Tiji Festival.
  1. Lomanthang
    1 day
    Today, after breakfast visit Namgyal Gompa, Choedhe Gompa and then on to Tingkhar. After lunch enjoy second day of Tiji Festival. Evening time visit local people and know about their unique culture and tradition.
Day 11: Morning time visit ancient Chhosar Cave and observe last day of Tiji Festival.
  1. Lomanthang
    1 day
    Today, after early breakfast you will trek to ancient Chhosar Cave (44 living rooms) and visit different old Buddhist monasteries, after short visit to Chhosar cave trek back to Lo-Manthang and enjoy third and final day of Tiji Festival.
Day 12: Trek from Lo-Manthang to Dhakmar (3810 m) 6-7 hours.
  1. Mustang Region
    1 day
    Today, after early breakfast you will trek back to Dhakmar. Our trails will be different than the previous. We will trek Dhakmar via Gyakar village where lies more than 1200 years old Ghar Gompa, the Gompa is famous for its rock paintings. People belief that if anybody who makes wish at the Ghar Gompa, their wish is fulfilled.
Day 13: Trek from Dhakmar to Ghiling (3806 m) 5-6 hours.
  1. Mustang Region
    1 day
    Today, we trek back to Ghiling. Normally day time there is dusty wind so we suggest to explore villages and hike at morning and evening time.
Day 14: Trek from Ghiling to Chhuksang (3050 m) 4-5 hours.
  1. Mustang Region
    1 day
    Today, we trek to Chhuksang village. During journey you will enjoy awesome landscapes and majestic Himalayan views. We will visit salt mine at Chhuksang.
Day 15: Trek from Chhuksang to Muktinath (3,710 m) 6-7 hours.
  1. Muktinath Temple
    1 day · Admission ticket included
    Today, we start our trek to Muktinath, holy temple of Hindus where daily so many Nepali as well as Indian pilgrimage come to show their devotion to Hindu Gods. From Muktinath you will enjoy stunning views of Himalaya Parbat.
Day 16: Trek from Muktinath to Jomsom (2720 m) 4-5 hours.
  1. Jomsom
    1 day
    Today, we walk through the bank of Kaligandaki River. The trail is flat down which makes us easy for hiking, enjoy beautiful landscapes and incredible view of Mount Dhaulagiri and Mount Nilgiri. After 5 to 6 hours long walk we will reach Jomsom airport.
Day 17: Early morning fly from Jomsom to Pokhara 20 minutes and then fly to Kathmandu.
  1. Kathmandu
    1 day
    Today, early morning scenic flight to Pokhara and day time flies to Kathmandu. Evening time enjoy farewell dinner with Nepali cultural dance program.
Day 18: Transfer to airport for final departure.
  1. Kathmandu
    Pass by
    Today, our company representatives will transfer you to international airport for final departure.

Meeting and pickup

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Additional information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

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