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The sandy terrain, amazing yak caravans, exquisite mountains views, ancient monasteries, traditional costumes, Tibetan culture, and the spiritual values of the region make Mustang Tiji (Tenchi) Festival Trekking a delight for the visitors. The trek is a combination of the fascinating Mustang villages, Buddhist shrines, and the spiritual values in the region, and features the most sacred festival of the walled capital of Lo-Manthang. Mustang Tiji Festival Trek is an opportunity to witness the vivid Tibetan culture of the last forbidden Kingdom of Lo.
Upper Mustang Tiji Festival Trek starts with your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu. The trek will begin from Jomsom after a scenic flight from Pokhara. Tiji Festival Mustang not only allows an opportunity to view the mighty mountain ranges like Mt. Dhaulagiri (8167m), Tukuche Peak (6920m), Nilgiri (7061), Tilicho Peak (7134m), Thorong Peak (6144m), Saribung (6328m), Mustang Himal (6187m), Manshail (6235m), but also allows to observe the interesting local culture and the Himalayan way of life.
Itinerary
17 Days Tiji Festival Trek Itinerary
Day 1: 9th May 2023: Arrival in Kathmandu 1320m
Day 2: 10th May 2023: Permits and afternoon fliy to Pokhara 820m/25 minutes
Day 3: 11th May 2023: Pokhara to Jomsom 2700m by flight and trek to Kagbeni 2800m/3 hours
Day 4: 12th May 2023: Trek from Kagbeni to Chele 3050m/5 hours
Day 5: 13th May 2023: Trek from Chele to Syangboche 3800m via Rachung Cave/7 hours
Day 6: 14th May 2023: Trek from Shyangbochen to Drakmar 3820m/6 hours
Day 7: 15th May 2023: Trek from Drakmar to Lo-Manthang 3800m/7 hours via Ghar Gompa
Day 8: 16th May 2023: Tiji Festival
Day 9: 17th May 2023: Tiji Festival
Day 10: 18th May 2023: Tiji Festival
Day 11: 19th May 2023: Trek from Lo-Manthang to Tsarang 3550m/4 hours
Day 12: 20th May 2023: Trek from Tsarang to Syangboche 3800m/6 hours
Day 13: 21st May 2023: Trek from Syangboche to Chhusang 2980m/6 hours
Day 14: 22nd May 2023: Trek from Chhusang to Jomsom 2700m/6 hours
Day 15: 23rd May 2023: Jomsom to Pokhara 820m/25 minutes by flight
Day 16: 24th May 2023: Reserve Day for flight delay/cancellation and the afternoon flight back to Kathmandu
Day 17: 25th May 2023: Final Departure from Kathmandu
Inclusion
- Airport Pickup and Drop
- Teahouse accommodation during the trek
- Three meals a day (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) during the trek
- Round Trip Tourist Bus Ticket (Kathmandu and Pokhara)
- Round Trip Flight Ticket (Pokhara and Jomsom)
- Hotel in Pokhara with Breakfast (Twin Sharing)
- English Speaking Trekking Guide with Insurance, Transportation, Food and Accommodation
- All Trekking Permits (ACAP and Upper Mustang Special Permit)
- Use of sleeping bag & Duffel bag (if you don’t have your own, To be return after trip completed)
- Daily seasonal fresh fruits after dinner
- A first aid kit carried by the guide (Oximeter to measure your oxygen and pulse in high altitude)
- All Government and Local taxes
Exclusions
- International Flight Ticket and Nepalese Visa Fee
- Hotel & Meals in Kathmandu
- Extra Baggage Charges
- Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu in case of early arrival, late departure, and early return from the trek (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary
- Personal expenses (Wifi, Phone calls, Laundry, Bar bills, Battery Recharge, Water, Shower, and Tea / Coffee)
- Other costs not mentioned in 'Cost Includes' section
- Travel and Rescue Insurance
- Tips for Guides, Porters, and Drivers
