Upper Mustang 19 Days Trek from Kathmandu

Day 01. Arrive at Kathmandu airport (1345meters): transfer to hotel. Arrive at Kathmandu airport (1345meters) and you will be met & greeted by our airport representative and transfer to hotel, your evening is free and overnight at hotel (A). Day 02.Full day sightseeing of Kathmandu valley & an orientation: After having breakfast at hotel, we take you for the sightseeing tour in Kathmandu Valley; you will be escorted by a professional tour guide and you will be taken tour to the Kathmandu Durbar Squire, Monkey temple, Pashupatinath temple and Boudhanath Stupe and return to hotel, you will have some time to shop your trekking equipment if you need for your trek to Mustang and overnight at hotel, ( A, B, L, D). Day 03. Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (200 Kilometers west of Kathmandu) - 6 Hours: We drive along the scenic Trisuli and Marsyangdi River to reach Pokhara, it’s a pretty good drive as we go by the beautiful river which is also good for rafting; we view Ganesh Himal and the Manaslu peak as well during the driving. Pokhara is a tourist's paradise full of natural as well as cultural heritage sites such as lakes, caves, & temples of Buddhist and Hindus along with her lovely mountains; after 6 hours of driving; we will arrive in Pokhara, the city of lakes…Welcome to this beautiful town of serene lakes that gives so much meaning to your holidays, overnight at your Hotel (A, B). Day 04. Fly from Pokhara to Jomsom (2700m.) and trek to Kagbeni- 4 hours: After having early breakfast at the hotel in Pokhara, We take the spectacular early morning flight to Jomsom. Just out of Jomsom then cross a suspension bridge and then walk along the riverbank of the Kali Gandaki. The trail is quite barren with craggy rocks and sand and is mostly flat, which makes it very easy going. It is also very picturesque, with views of big peaks all around such as Dhaulagiri, Tukuche, and Nilgiri, whilst to the south can be seen the entire Annapurna Massif and overnight guest houses, (A, B, L, D). Day 05. Trek from Kagbeni to Chuksang (2900m.)- 5 Hours: After having breakfast at the lodge, we start our trek and today, we trek right up to the river valley, but we use a combination of the high trail and the riverbank pathways. The trail then widens significantly revealing an endless stretch of sand on the west bank of the river; we stop for lunch at the village of Tangbe, where we come across the first black, white and red shortens that typify Upper Mustang. The little town is a labyrinth of narrow alleys among white washed houses, fields of buck wheat and barley and apple orchards. Nilgiri Peak continues to dominate the southern skyline. Chusang village is only about a 2hrs walk beyond Tangbe at the confluence of the Narshing Khola and the Kali Gandaki, overnight at Lodge, ( A, B, L, D). Day 06. Trek from Chuksang to Samar (3150m.)- 4 Hours: After having breakfast at the lodge, we start our trek and there is a distinct change here, not only in the topography, but also in the culture, lifestyle, and people, and the settlements become more scattered, smaller and more basic. The people of Lo or Mustang practice agriculture. Lack of rain and fertile soil, cultivation is carried out in sheltered plots of land, covering the brown landscape with patches of green vegetation. Continuing north, we reach a huge red chunk of the conglomerate that has fallen from the cliffs above, forming a tunnel through which the river flows. The trek now leaves the valley and climbs steeply up a rocky alley to the village of Chele. From Chele we climb a steep spur and then continue ascending along the side of a spectacular steep canyon to a pass. Beyond the pass, we descend on a pleasant trail to Samar, overnight at Lodge. (A, B, L, D). Day 07.Trek from Samar to Gelling (3510 m.)- 5 Hours:Today, we climb above Samar to a ridge and then descend into a large gorge past a shorter before entering another valley filled with juniper trees. We then cross a stream and after climbing to a pass, we descend along a ridge to Shyangmochen a tiny settlement with a few tea shops. Nearby is Rangbyung, a cave containing stalagmites which have formed in the shape of chortens. The trail climbs gently from Shyangmochen and we enter another huge valley before descending to Gelling with its extensive fields of barley, overnight at Lodge, (A, B, L, D). Day 08.Trek from Gelling to Ghami (3490 m.) via Ghami La (3520m.)- 5 Hours: From Geling the trail climbs gently through fields, up to the center of the valley, passing above the settlement of Tama Gun and an imposing shorten. We then begin a taxing climb across the head of the valley to the Nyi La [3840m]. The descent from the pass is quite gentle and about half an hour further on we come to a trail junction; the right trail is the direct route to Charang, the left trail leads to Ghami. Ghami is a large white-washed village sheltered by overhanging cliffs, overnight at Lodge, (A, B, L, D). Day 09.Trek from Ghami to Tsarang (3620 m.)- 5 Hours: Today's walk is perhaps the driest part of Mustang. However, the magnificent views of the countryside, from the gentle contours of the north to the rugged mountains in the east and west, are a source of inspiration. Finally, we come to Charang, a large spread-out village at the top of the Charang Chu canyon. At the eastern end of the village are a huge fortress and a red gompa which houses an excellent collection of statues and thangkas, overnight at Lodge, (A, B, L, D). Day 10.Trek from Tsarang to Lo-Manthang [Mustang] (3730m.)- 3 Hours: Today, we will spend part of the morning exploring the interesting village of Charang and its large monastery, before setting out for Lo Manthang. We climb gently above the valley to a large isolated chorten that marks the boundary between Charang and Lo. The trail then broadens and eventually we get our first view of the walled city of Lo Manthang. The city has only one entrance so you circumambulate the wall to the gate on the north east corner, overnight at Lodge, (A, B, L, D). Day 11. Rest at Lo-Manthang to explore: We explore the Lo- Manthang for the whole day and overnight at Lodge. (A, B, L, D) Day 12.Trek from Lo-Manthang to Ghami (3490 m.)- 6 Hours: We continue your journey on the highland route, crossing alpine meadows before dropping down a steep eroded alley to Dhakmar for lunch. After lunch, we walk through the pretty valley, climb to a ridge and descend from there back to Ghami, overnight at Lodge, (A, B, L, D). Day 13.Trek from Ghami to Samar- 6 Hours: Leaving Ghami we begin to follow the narrow winding path until we reach Geling crossing a small stream. On the way, we can enjoy the good view of the Nilgiri Mountains, deserted landscapes, Tibetan style villages, farming terraces and natural vegetation. From Geling the path turns broader till Samar passing deserted landscapes, natural vegetation, plateau, Tibetan style houses, chortens, mani walls, prayer flags and observe the distinct culture of the local inhabitants. Samar is a small village with terraces, Tibetan style houses, Mani walls, monastery, prayer flags and here you find people following Tibetan life styles and traditions, overnight at Lodge. (A, B, L, D). Day 14.Trek from Samar to Kagbeni- 7 Hours: Following a descending path we reach Chuksang crossing a suspension bridge over Kali Gandaki. We walk along the bank of Kali Gandaki with views of natural vegetation and apple orchards, overnight at Guest house, (A, B, L, D). Day 15.Trek from Kagbeni to Jomsom (2713m.)- 4 Hours: Today, our trail passes through the bank of Kali Gandaki passing through Eklebhatti. The trail is windy in the early afternoons. Jomsom is the headquarters of Mustang. From here we can have access to the internet and banking facilities, overnight at Guest houses, (A, B, L, D). Day 16. Early morning flight from Jomsom to Pokhara- 20 Minutes: We will take early flight to Pokhara, and check in to the hotel and visit the most beautiful city Pokhara , spending a relaxing day and overnight at hotel, (A, B). Day 17: Leisure day in Pokhara: It's also spare day in case of bad weather in Pokhara and Jomsom and we could not fly on scheduled date and time which happen some times, or if the fights are on time then some tours and exiting activities like Paragliding and Ultra flight, you can shop and visit Pokhara little more as the Pokhara is beautiful city and you will truly enjoy it, (A, B). Day 18.Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu (6 Hours): We hope our tourist bus at 7 AM after b/fast to drive to Kathmandu and the driving will be a fantastic experience as we drive past many satellite towns on the way and we are able to see rural settlements, gushing rivers, terraces and green rural landscapes; after 6 hours driving we will arrive Kathmandu and its overnight at your hotel, then we would offer you to have dinner with us for your last night stay in Nepal and talk about your recent trek to the Annapurna Base Camp, trip concludes on this day, (A, B). Day 19: Transfer to the airport for your departure: You will be transferred to the international airport for your final departure to your loving home. Escape Nepal has taken pleasure in serving you all of these weeks; you counted on us & we didn’t let you down because we know how hard you’ve worked to enjoy this holiday. Meeting you was an immense pleasure & we do hope you will remember us down the years with memories of the time you’ve spent in this amazing country that’s Nepal. A safe BON VOYAGE home…takes care!!! (B).