Lower Mustang Trekking - 11 Days
A journey shaped by the landscapes, people and experiences of Nepal.
Offered by Thulo Travel Services Pvt. Ltd.
NEPAL · TRAVEL EXPERIENCES
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A great option if you're short on time but still wish to experience the stark beauty of Mustang. You'll take a moderate trek through the region bordering Annapurna and Mustang with great views of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri. Mustang is part of an ancient trade route to Tibet, up the Kali Gandaki river, and offers one of the most developed trails with comfortable teahouses run by Gurung and Thakali families.
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Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1Welcome to Kathmandu! — Flying into Kathmandu, you'll have views over the valley, the Himalaya, and the terraced fields below. After completing customs, a representative will be waiting to greet you outside the airport and to guide you through the initial culture shock of Kathmandu’s narrow, winding streets to your hotel.
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Day 2Permit Preparation and trek Briefing — Today is a free day. You can either stay at your hotel and relax or you can explore the Kathmandu city on your own. On your request, we can also arrange a full guided sightseeing tour for you.
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Day 3Fly from Kathmandu to Pokhara — After breakfast, you'll be picked up and driven by private transfer to the domestic airport for your flight (30 minutes) to Pokhara, Nepal's second largest city. This is a stunning half-hour flight along the Himalayan range where four of the world’s 14 giant mountains over 8,000 m can be seen: Dhaulagiri, Annapurna I, Manaslu, and Shishapangma.
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Day 4Fly from Pokhara to Jomsom (2720 m) — After an early breakfast in Pokhara, you'll drive to the airport for a 30-minute flight to Jomsom, the headquarters of Nepal's Mustang district. The flight takes you over the Kali Gandaki, the deepest gorge in the world. From the plane, you'll have great views of Dhaulagiri and Annapurna; minutes later, you'll touch down in a totally different environment, the arid valleys of the Himalayan rain shadow.
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Day 5Trek from Jomsom to Kagbeni (2900 m) — This morning, you'll trek north to Kagbeni, arriving in time for lunch. The wide trail along the western side of the sandy, saligram-filled riverbed provides views of the nearby peaks of Dhaulagiri, Tukuche, and Nilgiri, and, to the south, the Annapurna Massif.
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Day 6Trek from Kagbeni to Jharkot (3550 m) — You will want to eat a hearty breakfast this morning, as today, the climbing begins. From Kagbeni to Jharkot is approximately 3-4 hours walking, depending on how you are feeling in the dry air and the altitude.
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Day 7Day trip to Muktinath — Muktinath is an important pilgrimage site for Buddhists and Hindus, and a great example of a sacred place shared in harmony by followers of two religions. Local Buddhist nuns (belonging to the lineage of Lama Wangyal) caretake the site. Every year, thousands of devotees from India, Tibet, and Nepal come here on pilgrimage for purification and salvation. It is said that throughout history many kings throughout Asia did the same.
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Day 8Trek from Jharkot to Jomsom via Lupra Valley (2790 m) and Bonpo Monastery — You'll descend to Jomsom via Lupra village, visiting a local Bonpo Monastery. While you have to ascend the mountain again for a short way to get back on the trail, it is a great route that trekkers on the Annapurna circuit miss out on, so you will be far away from the crowds and the jeep trail to Jharkot and Muktinath.
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Day 9Fly from Jomsom to Pokhara — Today, after breakfast in Jomsom, you'll catch a 30-minute morning flight to Pokhara. Snag a window seat as the scenic mountain views en route will be nothing short of spectacular.
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Day 10Fly from Pokhara to Kathmandu — After breakfast, you may have time to do more sightseeing, relax, or check out one of Pokhara's coffee shops. About 1.5 hours before your flight, you'll be picked up from your hotel and taken to the domestic airport to catch your flight back to Kathmandu.
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Day 11Depart Kathmandu — It's time to say farewell to Nepal. Enjoy your last moments in Kathmandu with breakfast in a café, a final stroll through the narrow alleys and temples, and some final souvenir shopping. A driver will be waiting for you at your hotel to take you to the airport for your return flight home. It's best to be at the airport at least two hours prior to departure.
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What's included in your experience
Included
- International arrival and departure transfer in private vehicle.
- Kathmandu to Pokhara to Kathmandu
- Pokhara to Jomsom to Pokhara airfare
- All domestic airport transfer in private vehicle transfers in private vehicle
- Experienced English-speaking guide and porter during the trek
- 6 nights accommodation in tea house during the trek
- Meals on full board basis during the trek (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner)
- Required trekking permits, fees, and taxes
- Kit bags (Duffle bags)
- Salary and Insurance for the staffs
- All government taxes
Not included
- International flights and visa fee
- Nepal entry visa fee
- Accommodation, Lunches, and Dinners in Kathmandu and Pokhara
- Mineral water, Soft drinks, and alcoholic beverages
- Entrance fees for monasteries and museums
- Hot showers and hot drinking water during the trek
- Trekking gear and equipment
- Gratuities
- Travel insurance and emergency rescues
- Phone calls, Wi-Fi, gadget charging, laundry
- Other items not mentioned
Essential trip information
Before you go
This trip can be customize as per your requirement.
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kathmandu
What to bring
- Trekking Equipment
Cancellation terms
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