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Day1
Meals: Dinner
Arrival in Pokhara, day free for local leisure. In the evening catch up with the Team for trip briefings and question and answer session.Overnight at Hotel
Day 2
After an early breakfast, leave Pokhara and drive towards Beni (70 KM) on the Baglung Highway. This section of the drive provides fantastic mountain vistas, picturesque terraced farmlands, and an opportunity to walk on one of Nepal’s famous suspension bridges. At Mal Dhunga, leave the main highway by taking the right trail and follow a dusty graveled path to Beni, it is located on the confluence of Kali Ghandaki and Myagdi rivers at an altitude of 799 M. From here, the road is unpaved and dusty with potholes in several places. Unpaved, graveled rough road poses a real challenge for drives and makes it more difficult with the occasional river crossings. Ascend gradually through the Kali Gandiki gorge, the deepest gorge in the world. There is a continuous change in the topography with every twist and turn until at Tatopani and on to the villages of Dana, Ghasa, Tukuche, and Kalopani, Overnight at Kalopani.
Day 3
After an early breakfast, set out on the trail by following the Kali Gandaki River.Enroute, there are fantastic views of the Mt. Dhaulagiri (8167 m), Tukuche (6920m), and Nilgiri (7061m). As we pass between the Dhaulagiri and the Annapurna Mountain range, a dramatic change in vegetation is witnessed from green forests, to dry arid desert. It takes gradual acclimatizing with the Surrounding. Continue the ride towards Jomsom through the dusty gravelled “off” road passing smaller settlements and apple orchards. This day’s journey is a tough one but the scenic views of the rugged landscape, beautiful cascading waterfalls, orange and apple orchards, scattered roadside villages, ancient Buddhist monasteries. From here continue ride passing through the village on the desert plateau brings us to Muktinath “Place of Salvation”. Upon arrival at Muktinath we check in to the guest house. In evening visit Muktinath Temple. A sacred place both for Hindus and Buddhists and is located at an altitude of 3,710 meters at the foot of the Thorong La (5416 m Pass).Overnight at Muktinath
Day 4
After breakfast, drive all the way till the outskirts of Kagbeni and then turn northeast and ride to Chhuksang Village, the entry point of the restricted Upper Mustang region. Restricted area permits are checked here at the Police Check post. After completing the permits work, we continue our ride to Geling. As we pass Kagbeni village we will be riding on the bank of Kali Gandaki River. Kali Meals (Black) and the water of the river are black in colour. In Chele we will be able to see the river tunnels. Upon arrival at Samar, we rest for a while and take lunch. After lunch continue our drive to Lo Manthang. Lo-Manthang served as the capital of the ancient Kingdom of Mustang, which survives as the Kingdom of Lo or “Upper Mustang”. Lo Manthang was founded in 1380 by Ame Pal, who oversaw construction of the city wall and many of the still standing structures in the early 15th century. The monarchy officially ceased to exist on October 7, 2008 by Nepali Government order. The last king (raja or gyelpo) is JigmeDorjePalbarBista (born c. 1933), in the direct line of the historic monarchy dating back 25 generations to 1380. The population includes ethnic Lhobas. Upon arrival at Lo-Manthang we check in to the lodge and rest of the evening is free to relax and explore around the kingdom of Lo-Manthang.
Day 5
After a leisurely breakfast, we get ready for the days adventure. Today we are going to visit one of the most interesting sites of the pre human settlement in this unexplored valley and famously known Caves of Chhoser and magnificent landscape and Nymphu monastery built on the cliffs. On our way back we can also visit the Namgyal village and monastery. As you approach the Chhoser village, you could see numerous caves in the front of the cliff that once use to be the home of the pre historic Loba’s and the monks. After the sightseeing tour, we back to the city of Lo, for hot lunch. Rest of the day at leisure or free to explore the walled village.
Notes – The major Temples inside the walls are ChampaLakhang (God House) which houses the massive 45 ft. statue of Maitreva, the future Buddha, the red ThugchenGompa with several large images of Sakyamuni, Avalokitesvara and Maitreya, and the ChyodiGompa of the Sakya sect which has several monks in residence and is the site of the annual Mani Rimdu festival in many which is referred as ‘tegi’ in Lomanthang. They are all supposed to have been built in 1420. Despite the apparent squalor of Lo Manthang, the city is prosperous and maintains a strong sense of community. Though the people call themselves Lobas- people from Lo, they are very much Tibetan and practice a sophisticated culture and economy.
Day 6
After breakfast, we ride backtrack to Kagbeni following the same trail. We have Lunch at the convent place on the way. Kagbeni at an altitude of 2840 meters is a gateway to Upper Mustang. It is a fascinating medieval village with closely packed mud brick houses, dark alleys, and imposing chortens. The town stands in a little green oasis dominated by its red monastery. However, the village has a very medieval look but has all the modern amenities that travelers require. This village also boasts a Monastery. The monks here are of the yellow hat or the Gallup Sect and are only recently opened to visitors with a legitimate entrance fee of Rs 100, which they collect for school maintenance. From the Kagbeni village continue the ride to Jomsom. Jomsom is approximately 11 kilometers from Kagbeni. Upon arrival at Jomsom, we check in to the lodge and the rest of the evening is free to relax and explore the Jomsom Bazar.
Upon arrival at Marpha we check in to the lodge and the rest of the evening is free to relax and explore Kagbeni Village.
Day 7
Early breakfast and continue drive further 55 kilometres, about 2 hours to Tatopani via Kalopani and Marpha Village. It is a pleasant relief to be able to tackle the roughest section of the journey in the early morning. Descend to Tatopani, There is a continuous change in the topography with every twist and turn until at Tatopani. “Tato” means ‘hot’ and “Pani” means ‘water’, a name earned courtesy of the hot springs and is a popular place for traveller to relax and dip their weary bodies in the natural hot springs. Upon arrival at Tatopani take a relaxing dip in the Hot Springs located nearby. ( Charges applicable** – collected by locals) After lunch continue ride for another 3 hours’ drive to Pokhara back to the settlement of Jaleswor located close to the river and then continue on to beni. After a quick stop for a quick, set out following the trail along the river and the after about an hour meet the main highway at Maldhunga and then continue of the metalled road to Pokhara which is reached in about 2 ½ hours. Upon arrival at Pokhara we check in to the hotel.
Rest of the day is free to relax or explore around the Lakeside Bazaar.
Day 8
Get up in the morning and start packing your bags as the time has come to end the journey. You will be served a relishing and healthy breakfast at the hotel. Leave from Pokhara to Bhairawa/Sunauli border via Tansen and see off the group at the Sunauli border.
- 07 Nights accommodation in Hotels / Guesthouses on twin / double share basis of rooms, or as per plan.
- Breakfast & Dinner for duration of tour ( Except Dinner in Pokhara )
- All entry fees as per itinerary.
- Upper Mustang Restricted area permit fee.
- All government and local taxes.
- Accompanying team with backup vehicle from Pokhara to Pokhara ( additional lead vehicle for large groups )
- First Air with Medical backup with oxygen (O2) & AMS pack.
- Accompanying Professional & Experienced Guide throughout the tour.
- Guidance to best places for Meals at Pay N Eat ( if any).
- Vehicle assistance / towing where ever required.
- Accompanying Nepal Govt authorized Sherpa Guide including the cost for his meals, accommodations and daily allowances.
- Stay for extra days if any ( we can make bookings for you )
- Flights to the destination.
- Lunches for duration of the trip.
- Dinner not at Pokhara
- Extra food Like Starters /Lunch /Dinner all over Pay & Eat ( if Any outside the venue)
- Midway snacks.
- Extra luggage Jeep ( If any )
- Any damage/fine/ cost.
- Any damages /fine/ Insurance
- Toll Tax if any.
- Fuel for your vehicles.
- Custom duty for Vehicles entering Nepal from India.
- Nepal VISA for foreigners ( Indians do not need a VISA but must carry a valid identity proof in original with them )
- Any kind of personal expenses or optional tours, extra meals, starters (Alcoholic, Mineral, Soft Drinks, Aerated) etc.
- Extra guide fee, Camera & Video fee ,Tips, Insurance, Laundry, Phone
- Any activity apart from mentioned ones.
- Any cost arising out of unforeseen circumstances like damage accruing from land blocks, bad weather etc.
- Any medical expenses incurred during the trip or travel insurance
- Anything not mentioned in inclusions
- Insurance for or against accidents, loss of life, theft etc.
- Special Permit to visit Upper Mustang fee of US $ 500.00 per person.(Subject to change without prior notice)
- Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP) fee of approx. US $ 30.00 per person.(Subject to change without prior notice)
- Trekker’s Information Management System (TIMS) fee of US $ 10.00 per person.(Subject to change without prior notice)
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