Upper Mustang Valley Trip by Jeep - 13 Days
A journey shaped by the landscapes, people and experiences of Nepal.
Offered by Churen Himal Treks & Expedition
NEPAL · TRAVEL EXPERIENCES
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The land of Mustang is dry and barren which does not possess any Vegetations. The description of this hidden treasure is beyond words. There are more than a thousand caves in Upper Mustang. Only 300 of them are discovered until. Some of the people still live inside the caves and those people are called sky people. The capital city of this Kingdom is Lo Manthang. This treasure valley is now connected with off-road which facilitates the travellers from worldwide to explore this dream Kingdom hassle-free. We can also trek this trail. However, the overland jeep tour is ideal for people who are on short time but still have an enduring desire to visit Upper Mustang. As you follow the trail, you will encounter various gompas, prayer flags, monasteries, chortens, mani walls which is evidence to Buddhist culture and custom. Embark your lifetime journey to Upper Mustang Valley with Churen Himal Treks.
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 10Chhusang to Muktinath (3710 m) — Stop At: Muktinath Temple, Mustang, Muktinath 33100 Nepal An incredible journey towards the sparse of green vegetations and frequent waterfalls and excellent views of mountains takes you to the holiest place, the Muktinath. Muktinath is situated at the altitude of 3710m at the base of Thorung La mountain pass. Muktinath is a very famous place for sky dancers. It is believed that the water continuously flowing from 108 taps of Muktinath is the holy water. So, people take a bath with that icy and frigid water to wash the sins that they have committed throughout a lifetime. Tonight we stay at Muktinath.
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Day 11Muktinath to Pokhara — Stop At Pokhara, Nepal Leaving the Himalayan desert behind, we head towards Pokhara. The pleasant drive through tranquil trails, mesmerizing vegetations, and dramatic landscapes light sparkle to our journey towards the city of lake. Tonight we stay at the 3-star hotel in Pokhara.
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Day 12Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu — Stop At: Thamel, Kathmandu 44600 Nepal On this day we have our breakfast by 6:00 a.m. in the morning and get ready to head towards Kathmandu. The bus ride will take around 7 hours through curvy roads of hilly terrain with a couple of breaks in between for snacks and lunch. Tracing the same way back we reach Kathmandu and we transfer you back at the hotel.
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Day 13Final Departure — Our representative transfers you to the Kathmandu airport to catch your returning flight back home. Thank you for Travelling with Churen Himal Treks and Tours.
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What's included in your experience
Included
- Price Includes:
- Airport pick up and drop (both international and domestic)
- Standard Hotel Accommodation in Kathmandu / Pokhara on a twin share b&b basis as per the itinerary.
- Half-day guided city tour as listed in the itinerary.
- Professional local trekking group leader well trained in Wilderness First Aid.
- Trekking guides and other support staff.
- Breakfast and comfortable teahouse accommodation during the tour.
- Private Jeep throughout the tour.
- Free use of quality trekking gear - sleeping bag, fleece inner liner, down jacket, duffel bag
- Comprehensive First Aid Kit.
- Comprehensive pre-departure information and trip dossiers
- Churen Himal Treks T-shirts / other seasonal gifts.
- All applicable Government taxes.
- Trekking Permit ($500) and Annapurna Conservation area entry fees.
- Upper Mustang Trekking map.
- Welcome Dinner with cultural program as listed in the itinerary.
Not included
- Price Excludes:
- 1: Nepal entry visa fee
- 2: International airfare
- 3: Entrance fees for sightseeing/monument visit as per the itinerary
- 4: Lunch and dinner during your stay in Kathmandu and Pokhara (except farewell dinner)
- 5: Rescues, repatriation, medicines, medical tests, and hospitalization expenses
- 6: phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, mineral water, and hot shower
- 7: Items of personal nature, laundry expenses, tips
- 8: Clothing packing items or bags, personal medical kit
- 9: Personal trekking gear ( Down Jacket and Sleeping Bags)
- 10: Any additional staff other than specified
- 11: Tips and Gratitude.
- 12: In case of natural calamities i.e. political unrest, cancellation of flight due to weather, landslides, etc the extra charge should be born by themselves.
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Meeting point
Kathmandu
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