Flights

Pokhara to Jomsom and Jomsom to Pokhara Flight

Accommodation

3 nights’ accommodation in Kathmandu at a three-star hotel on twin sharing basis 2 Night accommodation in Pokhara at a three-star hotel on twin sharing basis Basic lodge accommodation during the trek

Transport

Pick up and drop from International and Domestic Airport during this package with one official representative Kathmandu - Pokhara - Kathmandu Tourist bus

Meals

Three times meals during trekking (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner during the trek

Others

All entrance fees during trekking Guide and necessary Porter Achievement Certificate, T-shirt, First Aid Kit, Trekking Map and seasonal fruits All necessary paperwork, TIMS, Entrance fees, and applicable all permits Departure information, visa extension procedure and international flight reconfirmation Company service charge and all applicable government tax

Hygieneprotocol

The safety of our guests and staff is a top priority and we are monitoring the evolving Coronavirus/COVID-19 situation closely. All of our guides are fully vaccinated to protect their safety and the safety of all visitors. We are taking recommended prevention and response measures, including: •Our Tour Guides will be wearing a mask throughout the duration of the tour and wearing gloves when sanitizing, taking temperatures, opening/closing doors, and providing sanitizer to guests. •Guides will take their temperatures frequently to monitor for fever and will not work if they are sick. After an illness, a guide can return to work after receiving a negative test for COVID-19 or having no fever for 14 days. •Before leaving our dispatch, each Tour Guide will ensure that all surfaces in the vehicle are properly sanitized and wiped down. •Prior to any guest entering the vehicle at their pickup location our Tour Guide will use a non-contact thermometer to ensure that anyone with a fever or anyone travelling with others who have a fever (temperature must be less than 100.4ºF (38.0ºC)) do not enter the vehicle. •The front seat will be off-limits to guests. •In the event that a guest jeopardizes the health and safety of another guest, a guide, or a partner employee or customer (e.g. refuses to wear a mask, refuses to abide by social distancing guidelines, etc.), they will be removed from the tour, and no refund will be issued. •During the excursion our Tour Guides will be the only individuals to open and close the doors of the vehicle. •Guests will wear a mask for the duration of the tour, except in locations where masks are not required. Guests are required to supply their own masks. Guests without masks will not be allowed to take the tour and no refund will be given. Guests under the age of 5 or who are medically compromised will not be required to wear a mask per CDC guidelines. Children ages 5 and over are required to wear a face covering. •Guests will refrain from physical contact with our guide, other guests not in their party, partner staff, or other patrons while maintaining 6-foot social distancing guidelines. •At each stop when guests exit the vehicle our Tour Guide will use sanitary wipes to disinfect commonly touched areas inside the vehicle. •Upon getting back into the vehicle our Tour Guide will provide hand sanitizer or wipes for each customer. •At the end of each tour all surfaces inside the vehicle will be sanitized and wiped down. •We will limit the number of guests on our tours to 8 people. •We are expanding our communications about our refund policy to ensure anyone who is not feeling well will receive a full refund for the tour if cancelled. •Our leadership team will continue to actively monitor the recommendations from the CDC, WHO, and OHA and implement best-practices accordingly. •When you place your reservation we collect your name, email address, phone number, and home address so that if we receive notification that a guest has tested positive for COVID-19 we can contact all other guests that were on that tour. As always, we will communicate clearly and directly about our plans and activities to continue to offer our tours in the safest possible environment.

Guide

An experienced and well trained English Speaking Guide and Porter (1 porter for 2 trekkers)

Not included:

Optional

Kathmandu to Pokhara Flight ticket (US$ 120 per person) Pokhara to Kathmandu flight ticket (US$ 120 per person)

Others

Visa Fee, International Airfare and all other cost incurred before arrival in Nepal Traveller’s Travel Insurance (Must cover Accidental, Medical and Search and Rescue) Meals in Kathmandu and Pokhara excluding breakfast Hotel accommodation, Lunch and Dinner in Kathmandu because of an early arrival in Nepal or late departure from Nepal, early return from the mountain because of any reason than the scheduled itinerary. Alcoholic and soft drinks with all personal expenses Tipping for guides, porters, and drivers (tipping is not mandatory but highly expected) Any other unseen expenses which are not mentioned in cost includes part

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Day 1 Arrival In Kathmandu (1,300M/4,428Ft)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Arrival In Kathmandu (1,300M/4,428Ft)

Welcome to Kathmandu! Meet your Peregrine Treks’ representative and transfer to your hotel. In the afternoon, your trip guide will hold a short briefing and orientation, including information on trekking and other important information. In the evening, we will gather for a welcome dinner.

Accommodation: Hotel Thamel Park
Day 2 Kathmandu: Sightseeing And Trek Preparation
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Kathmandu: Sightseeing And Trek Preparation

Begin today in Kathmandu Valley with a morning tour of Bhaktapur, an enchanting medieval Nepalese town. A highlight is Durbar Square, with its temples, ancient palace ruins, and exquisite Sun Dhoka - a gilded gate crafted in 1753. This afternoon you’re free to roam, relax, or do some last-minute shopping or sightseeing in Kathmandu on your own. Join the group for a farewell dinner at a local restaurant in the evening.

Accommodation: Hotel Thamel Park
Day 3 Culture In Kathmandu, Flight To Pokhara
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Culture In Kathmandu, Flight To Pokhara

Enjoy a morning tour of the Pashupatinath Hindu temple complex on the Bagmati River and Bodhnath’s enormous Buddhist stupa - the largest in Asia and the center of Tibetan Buddhist culture in the UNESCO-listed Kathmandu Valley. Later in the afternoon, transfer to the airport and fly to Pokhara, a lively town beside Phewa Lake with fantastic views of the Annapurna Range.

Accommodation: Paradise Boutique

Teeka Resort is one of the unique properties with international standards and personalized services that reflect our Nepali Hospitality. Teeka Resort is unique, with a prime location to Phewa Lake and a Spacious, luxurious room that makes the guest’s stay more pleasant and memorable.

Transportation: 30-minute flight

Meals: Breakfast
Day 4 Fly To Jomsom And Drive To Ghemi
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Fly To Jomsom And Drive To Ghemi

Board a flight from Pokhara to Jomsom (8,922’) and embark on a Jeep ride to the village of Ghemi along the rocky trails of the Kali Gandaki River. At Kagbeni village, cross the checkpoint and enter the forbidden kingdom of Mustang. Drive through the villages of beautiful red, yellow, and brown sandstone pillars, cross the famed Chele La Pass (12,251’) and descend to the village of Samar (12,005’) with its views of the Annapurna. Continue ever higher over passes and through tiny settlements before descending to camp in the village of Ghemi.

Accommodation: Local Teahouse

Transportation: 5-hour private Jeep transfer

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5 Hike To Ghar Gompa
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Hike To Ghar Gompa

From Ghemi, follow the trail across the valley, across a suspension bridge over the Dhakmar Chu River, then past the most impressive and longest stretch of mani wall (boulders inscribed with carved Buddhist prayers) in Upper Mustang. Descend to the secluded village of Dhakmar, situated under magnificent red sandstone cliffs dotted with cave openings. Climb up a rocky gully to Muila pass and your first view of the famous Ghar Gompa, an eighth-century monastery.

Accommodation: Local Tea House

Activity: 5-6 hours/6.5 miles hiking with 2,165’ elevation gain & 725’ elevation loss

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6 Descend To Lo Manthang
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Descend To Lo Manthang

Depart Ghar Gompa and, after crossing several valleys, reach the Chago La pass - at 14,038’, the highest pass on the trek through Mustang. After a long, gradual descent, you finally get your first view of the walled city of Lo Manthang in the distance, set amongst fields and poplar trees. From here, a steady downhill leads you to camp.

Accommodation: Local Tea House

Activity: 5-6 hours/5.5 miles hiking with 1,085’ elevation gain & 1,595’ elevation loss

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7 Enjoy Lo Manthang
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Enjoy Lo Manthang

Rest your legs and tour Lo Manthang, starting with its two 15th-century monasteries, Thubchen Gompa and Champa Gompa. Atmospheric with burning incense, flickering yak-butter lamps, Buddhist murals, intricate mandalas, and chanting monks, entering these buildings - so remote they’ve been untouched by modernity for centuries - is a sensory and spiritual experience. A team of conservation architects has gently restored both monasteries with funding provided by the American Himalayan Foundation. Also, visit the monastic school at Choice Gompa, the only monastery in Lo Manthang that houses monks.

Accommodation: Local Teahouse

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8 Depart Lo Manthang For Yara
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Depart Lo Manthang For Yara

Leaving Lo Manthang, the trail leads south towards Charang, climbs a pass overlooking Lo Manthang, and then heads down toward the Kali Gandaki Gorge. The final section of the dry, dusty trail drops sharply to the village of Dhi, marked by a patchwork of fertile fields and trees. After a well-deserved break at Dhi, hike up to the village of Yara. Just before reaching Yara, behold an incredible series of 300-foot-high, wind-scoured cliffs resembling giant organ pipes. The cliffs are dotted with numerous cave openings - one of Upper Mustang’s most spectacular sights!

Accommodation: Local Teahouse

Activity: 7-8 hours/10 miles hiking with 1,930’ elevation gain & 2,600’ elevation loss

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 9 Trek To Luri Gompa
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trek To Luri Gompa

Take an excursion from Yara to Luri Gompa, one of the world’s few remaining cave monasteries. Luri is also the most important in Upper Mustang, as it is one of the only monasteries in the region belonging to the Kagyu sect of Tibetan Buddhism. The monastery comprises a series of interconnected chapels covering various levels, all carved out of the cliff. The inner room contains a large chorten painted with deities. Kashmiri-style paintings of exquisite flowers, deities, and various figures of Indian origin adorn the dome-shaped roof and the west wall.

Accommodation: Local Teahouse

Activity: 5-6 hours/6.5 miles hiking with 1,330’ elevation gain & loss

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 10 Hike To Tangge
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Hike To Tangge

From Yara, the trail leads south to Dhechyang Khola, winding steeply uphill before opening to magnificent landscape views below. Continue downhill into the village of Tangge, a small hamlet whose homes form a fort nestled below cliffs eroded into massive columns. The view of the settlement, with its groups of chortens and mani walls of various shapes and sizes, is simply stunning! Tonight’s camp is constructed in a walled compound to protect guests from the dry Mustang winds.

Accommodation: Local Teahouse

Activity: 7-8 hours/10 miles hiking with 2,660’ elevation gain & 3,600’ elevation loss

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 11 Cross Rivers To Behold Dhaulagiri
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Cross Rivers To Behold Dhaulagiri

On your way out of Tangge, enjoy an atmospheric walk through town to the trail leading down to the Tangge Khola, where you’ll cross a wooden bridge. Hike above the village then descends to the vast, rocky Yak Khola plain. After another river crossing, ascend steeply as the horizon widens between Charang, Lo Manthang, and Nepal’s northern border. From the prayer flag-adorned summit of Pha, revel in your first awe-inspiring view of Dhaulagiri. Tonight, camp near the only water source on this part of the trek.

Accommodation: Local Teahouse

Activity: 5-6 hours/6 miles hiking with 3,200’ elevation gain & 660’ elevation loss

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 12 Trek To Jomsom
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trek To Jomsom

Today the trail winds uphill, opening to exceptional views of the entire Mustang Valley. Admire them, but then refocus on the trail, which is narrow and, on one side, drops 3,000 feet! Soon the trail veers away from the rim and reveals the extraordinary Kali Gandaki Valley, with numerous peaks surrounding the famous Thorang La pass (17,764’). Begin your descent of a steep, rough trail that leads to Chhuksang, where our jeep will be waiting for us. From Chhuksang, transfer back to Jomsom, enjoying beautiful views of Mt. Nilgiris (23,166’). After many nights of camping, enjoy a night at a cozy guesthouse.

Accommodation: Local teahouse

Activity: 6-7 hours/9.5 miles hiking with 710’ elevation gain & 4,280’ elevation loss

Transportation: 2-hour Jeep transfer

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 13 Return To Kathmandu
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Return To Kathmandu

Bid farewell to the Upper Mustang as you fly from Jomsom to Kathmandu via Pokhara. If the weather affects your flight (always possible in Nepal), you’ll spend another day in Jomsom. Flights in and out of Jomsom are commonly delayed or canceled due to unpredictable weather. If delayed, all meals at Jomsom are included while you wait. An extra day at the end of the trek ensures connections to your homeward-bound flight. Without delays, spend the day exploring Kathmandu!

Accommodation: Hotel Thamel Park

Transportation: 20-minute flight & 30-minute flight

Meals: Breakfast
Day 14 Depart For Home
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Depart For Home

After breakfast, transfer from your hotel to the airport and depart Kathmandu on your homeward-bound flight. Please note that most flights require an overnight en route to your destination.

Meals: Breakfast

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Upper Mustang Trek

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Itinerary of your trip Upper Mustang Trek

Arrival In Kathmandu (1,300M/4,428Ft)

Kathmandu: Sightseeing And Trek Preparation

Culture In Kathmandu, Flight To Pokhara

Fly To Jomsom And Drive To Ghemi

Hike To Ghar Gompa

Descend To Lo Manthang

Enjoy Lo Manthang

Depart Lo Manthang For Yara

Trek To Luri Gompa

Hike To Tangge

Cross Rivers To Behold Dhaulagiri

Trek To Jomsom

Return To Kathmandu

Depart For Home

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