Best TimeMarch-June and September-December (Autumn - best weather at Muktinath): This is the peak season in Nepal, neither too cold nor too hot.
Our journey start with a day tour to some of the sacred sites in kathmandu and overnight at hotel, after breakfast we will drive to Pokhara via Manakamana Temple and evening visit around lake at Pokhara then we will drive early morning drive Jomsom via Galeshwor Dham, Tatopani, Rupshe, Jharna and Marfa and we will stay at Jomsom for overnight. We will go to Muktinath temple in early morning drive from jomsom, after reaching temple we will do pooja.
Highlights
Manakamana temple darshan during on the way to Pokhara
Pokhara sightseen
Baglung Kalika Darshan on the way to Jomsom
108 TAPS and 2 KUNDAS holy bathe
Jwala mai continuously burning holy flame from a rock located inside Dhola Mebar Gompa
View of mountain peaks such as Annapurna, Dhaulagiri and Nilgiri
Itinerary
Trip PlanExpand all
Max Altitude: 1,355 m / 4445 ft Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/DinnerAccommodation: KathmanduMode of Travel: Bus
Today marks your arrival at Kathmandu's Tribhuvan International Airport. Before escorting you to the hotel, our office staff will meet and greet you at the airport. We will collect your passport along with any other paperwork needed for the Chinese visa application. Evening, you are free on your own.
Max Altitude: 1,355 m / 4445 ft Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/DinnerAccommodation: KathmanduMode of Travel: Bus
Our guide arrives at your hotel to provide transportation for you. Your day of sightseeing in Kathmandu starts as soon as you finish your breakfast. You will explore four of the city's most important sites: Pashupatinath, Boudhnath, Swoyambhunath (Monkey temple), Sleeping Bishnu, and Linga Bhairavi.
Pashupatinath - World Heritage Site
Within the complex, there are statues, shrines, and temples honoring various gods, with representations of Shiva also present. In the year 879 AD, a temple related to Shiva was situated at this place. However, King Bhupendra Mall constructed the present temple in 1697. The pagoda is decorated with intricate wood carvings, silver doors, and a roof plated in gold. Reconstructed in the year 1653 AD, the Guheswori Temple represents the power of the feminine. It is dedicated to Sati, the original spouse of Shiva, who died in her father's fire sacrifice. Additional attractions include the Goraknath Temple, Biswraup Courtyard, Rajrajeswori Temple from 1407, and Kailas with ancient lingas over 1400 years old. Hindu pilgrims from various regions of South Asia worship at the multiple Shiva shrines to pay homage to Shiva, the God of Destruction. Following our visit to Pashupatinath Temple and Guheswori, we head to another famous site, Boudhanath Stupa.
Boudhanath Stupa - World Heritage Site
The holiest Tibetan Buddhiust temple outside of Tibet, Boudhanath is one of the biggest stupas in the world and is located in the town of Boudha, dominating the skyline on the eastern outskirts of Kathmandu. Rich in Buddhist symbolism, it serves as the hub of a flourishing Tibetan Buddhist community outside of Tibet. Although it has been a holy location for millennia along the Kathmandu-Tibet trade route, Boudha has been the center of attention for Tibetan exiles in Nepal since 1959.
Accommodation: Pokhara
After breakfast, Drive to Pokhara via Manakamana Temple and evening visit around lake. Overnight stay at hotel.
Accommodation: Jomsom
Early morning drive to Jomsom, on the way you will visit Galeshwor Dham, Tatopani, Rupshe Jharna, Marpha. Overnight stay at hotel.
Accommodation: Muktinath-Pokhara
Early morning drive to Muktinath and 2 hrs Pooja and Darshan then back to Jomsom. After breakfast drive back to Pokhara. Overnight stay at hotel.
Accommodation: Pokhara-Kathmandu
After Breakfast, Pokhara Sightseeing then drive back to Kathmandu. Overnight at hotel.
Free till departure. Transfer to airport to connect onward journey.
5 Nights’ accommodation in twin sharing basis, on AP plan
1 Night Hotel accommodation at Jomsom on AP plan on Sharing Room.
One full-day sightseeing of Kathmandu Valley
One half day sightseeing of Pokhara City
Kathmandu – Pokhara – Kathmandu by Road
Airports - hotel - airport transfers
Kathmandu-Pokhara-Jomsom-Pokhara-Kathmandu by Road
Jomsom-Muktinath-Jomsom by Sharing Bus/Jeep
ACAP Permit
TIMS
Tour Guide (Above 10 Pax)
Manakamana Cable Car Ticket
Lunch (on the way)
All Taxes
Excludes
International flight tickets
Entrance fee to sightseeing spots
Nepal visa fee for foreigner
Any extra expenses incurred due to unforseen circumtances and natural calamity
Bar and restaurant bills in the hotels other than the specifics meal plan
Personal expenses such as tipping, laundry, phone etc
Travel and medical insurance
Essential Information
Tradition & Culture in Mustang
The people of Upper Mustang call themselves Loba meaning people from Lo. Here, the people herd yaks, raise goats and sheep, and farm buckwheat, barley, wheat and mustard. The harsh climate conditions only allow one crop per year; at most two crops in the lower parts. In general, many people from Mustang leave to lower altitudes during the bitter cold winter months… the frequent migration has caused declining population in Mustang, amongst many other rural parts of Nepal.
In Mustang, people follow Tibetan Buddhism of the Sakya lineage. Although one can find gompas of Gelug and Nmuyingma school too. Sakya followers paint their religious structures like monasteries and stupas n stripes of grey (symbol of protection), white (symbol of compassion) and yellow (symbol of wisdom); a pattern that is repeated throughout the Mustang region, alongside ochre and white chortens and red-walled gompa buildings. The colours used are from the natural pigments from the earth itself found in Mustang.
Accommodation during this trip
During your Upper Mustang Trek you will stay in simple guesthouses along the route and enjoy the comforts of 4 or 5 star hotels in the major cities.
Meals & Drinking Water
Main meals are included in the package. You may want to bring with you some extra energy snacks for during your trek. It is recommended to carry a refillable water bottle to reduce the amount of plastic on the trails. You can fill this up from local water sources that are usually quite clean – to take precautions, consider having a UV steriliser pen or purification tablets.
Transport
All transport will be included in the package, except for international flights. Please discuss with your travel expert at The Trekkers’ Society what kind of transport you prefer to take between Kathmandu and Pokhara and the return.
Best season to travel to Mustang
The best season to travel to Mustang is between May and October. Although this is the rainy season in Nepal, in the higher altitudes like Mustang, the climate is dry and temperatures are bearable. Traveling during the winter months is not possible – not even the locals stay there!
Visa & Mustang Travel Permits
Nepal tourist visa applies. You will also need to apply for a TIMS Card and ACAP.
Please see the travel information section for more information.
To trek inside Mustang you will need a “Restricted Area Permit” which costs US $500 for the first 10 days per person, and US $50 per day after 10 days, per person.
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