Mustang is the hinterland enriched with mainly barren ridges, deep canyons, eroded cliffs and Moraine valleys. Its landscape is unrivaled for it has a stupendous wilderness, pristine scenery, snow capped peaks, spectacular 16th century monasteries and many other unique attractions. The view of wind swept Kali-Gandaki valley, vast spaces around Kagbeni and vast ridges that straggle high mountains provide a mind-blowing experience. Nepal’s Mustang region preserves a life almost unchanged for centuries. It lies hidden behind the Himalayan giants of Dhaulagiri and Annapurna at the very roof of Asia on the arid Tibetan plateau. It has long been isolated from the outside world (and only opened to trekking groups since 1992). As you make your way through this secluded land, you’ll pass brightly painted chortens (Buddhist shrines) and tiny villages guarded by enormous monasteries. Vistas include unusual and arresting views of the snow-covered Himalaya to the south, and desolate high plateaus, deep canyons, and an ocean of windswept hills the colors of a desert sunset to the north. Once at the walled capital city of Lo Manthang, you’ll absorb a great sense of timelessness and appreciation for an ancient culture as you discover the ruins of old forts, monasteries rich in art and history, and caves replete with magnificent religious statues.
Day 01: Arrival in the Airport, Kathmandu. Transfer to hotel.
Day 02: Full day sightseeing in Kathmandu.
Day 03: Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (914m.)
Day 04: Fly from Pokhara to Jomsom (2700 m.) and it takes about 25 minutes and trek from Jomsom to Kagbeni (2810 m.) which takes about four hours.
Day 05: Trek from Kagbeni to Chuksang (2900 m.) which takes about five hours.
Day 06: Trek from Chuksang to Samar (3150 m.) and it takes about three and half hours.
Day 07: Trek from Samar to Geling (3510 m.) which takes about five hours.
Day 08: Trek from Giling to Ghami (3490 m.) via Ghami La (3520m.) and it takes about five hours.
Day 09: Trek fram Ghami to Tsarang (3620 m.) which takes about five hours.
Day 10: Trek from Tsarang to Lo-Manthang (Mustang) (3730 m.) and it takes about three hours.
Day 11: Rest day at Mustang. Today is free to explore the fascinating city of Lo Manthang, untouched since the 14th century.
Day 11: Trek from Lo-Manthang to Ghami (3490 m.) which takes about six hours.
Day 12: Trek from Ghami to Chuksang (2900 m.) and it takes about six hours.
Day 13: Trek from Chuksang to Muktinath (3795m.) which takes about seven hours.
Day 14: Trek from Muktinath to Jomsom (2713 m.) and it takes about five hours.
Day 15: Fly from Jomsom to Pokhara which takes about 25 minutes and stay overnight at hotel in Pokhara. Day 15: Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu by tourist mini bus and stay overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.
Day 16: Departure.
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