Breakfast at the hotel.
Later, visit The Pashupatinath Temple is a famous, sacred Hindu temple dedicated to Pashupatinath and is located on the banks of the Bagmati River 5 kilometres north-east of Kathmandu Valley in the eastern city of Kathmandu the capital of Nepal. This temple is considered one of the sacred temples of the Hindu faith. The temple serves as the seat of the national deity, Lord Pashupatinath. This temple complex is on UNESCO World Heritage Sites list Since 1979. This "extensive Hindu temple precinct" is a "sprawling collection of temples, ashrams, images and inscriptions raised over the centuries along the banks of the sacred Bagmati river".
Later, visit the holiest shrine for the Buddhist culture in Nepal, Later, visit Bouddhanath, with its large stupa, this is the place where all devout Buddhists come for a pilgrim
Lunch will be arranged at a city restaurant
Later, visit Kathmandu Durbar Squarein front of the old royal palace of the former Kathmandu Kingdom is one of three Durbar (royal palace) Squares in the Kathmandu Valley in Nepal, all of which are UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Several buildings in the Square collapsed due to a major earthquake on 25 April 2015, Durbar Square was surrounded with spectacular architecture and vividly showcases the skills of the Newar artists craftsmen over several centuries. Kathmandu's Durbar Square is the site of the Hanuman Dhoka Palace Complex, which was the royal Nepalese residence until the 19th century and where important ceremonies, such as the coronation of the Nepalese monarch, took place. The palace is decorated with elaborately-carved wooden windows and panels and houses the King Tribhuwan Memorial Museum and the Mahendra Museum.
Dinner at the hotel.
OVERNIGHT IN KATHMANDU
After breakfast, check out and drive to Pokhara (204kms/ approx. 7hrs).
Arrive Pokhara and check into the hotel.
Lunch will be arranged enroute.
POKHARA, "the valley of the lakes, linked by the Prithvi-Rajmarg, is situated 200 kms south-west of Kathmandu. The scenic valley of Pokhara is an enormous sunlit playground surrounded by green forested hills, waterfalls and terraced fields. The beauty of the valley at 900 m is further enhanced by its three lakes Phewa, Begnas and Rupa. Pokhara also offers excellent views of the Dhaulagiri, Himalchuli, and the five peaks of Annapurna and Machapuchare.
Rest of the day at leisure for independent activities. The day can be spent resting or perhaps swimming in the pool while gazing at the mountain ranges.
Rest of the day at leisure.
Dinner at the hotel.
OVERNIGHT IN POKHARA
After breakfast, we make our way to the Tatopani. You will travel through Kusma and Baglung. Travelling westward from here onwards along the Kali Gandaki River will take you to Beni. Once you have crossed Beni, you will see that the terrain has become more rugged and you are journeying on a dirt road to reach Tatopani.
Lunch will be arranged enroute.
Tatopani has exclusive hot springs and fun local activities.
Arrive Tatopani and check into the hotels.
Rest of the day to explore/ walk around the village.
Dinner at the hotel.
OVERNIGHT IN TATOPANI
This morning, will take you on an expedition through Kagbeni followed by breakfast and the onward journey towards Upper Mustang. This is the place where the real fun begins and thus you need to get your permits checked at police check posts.
Later, you will cross the Kali Gandaki River to enter Chhusang Village followed by the out-of-the-world landscapes of Samar Village, Syangboche La, and Bhena La.
Lunch will be arranged enroute.
Arrive Ghiling and check into the hotel.
Ghiling Village is a hidden helmet that boasts stunning natural beauty, rich cultural heritage, and a peaceful way of life. Ghiling village of Mustang located at an altitude of 3,570 meters / 11713 feet above sea level. The village is surrounded by breathtaking landscapes, with towering snow-capped mountains, deep canyons, and sprawling green valleys. The rugged terrain and extreme climate have made it challenging for people to live in Ghiling, but the villagers have adapted to the environment and developed a unique way of life that has been preserved for generations.
Dinner at the hotel.
OVERNIGHT IN GHILING
After breakfast, we make our way through high-altitude roads that connect Upper Mustang to Lower Mustang. The road is covered in snow in the winter months and thus is not motorable in that season. Later will take you through the mystical landscape of Gyami Khola followed by the small villages of Ny La, Ghami La, and Chinggel.
Later , you will get to see many peaks throughout the journey such as the Nilgiri, Tilcho, and Bhrikuti among others.
Lunch will be arranged at a city restaurant.
Arrive Lo Manthang and check into the hotel.
Lo Manthang (3,800m) is an isolated Tibetan settlement that was founded in 1380 and Capital ancient city of Upper Mustang. The city was one of the kingdoms when Nepal was in a monarchy system. The village is covered by the wall so that Lo Manthang is also called a walled city of Upper Mustang. The area is inhabited by an estimated 900 Lhobas peoples. Further to Korala is about 20 kilometers which are Tibetan boarder. Local peoples are still trading goods via this route from Tibet.
Dinner at the hotel.
OVERNIGHT IN TSARANG
After a leisurely breakfast, you will be taken for excursion to Kora La Pass Chhoser Village, Sky Caves & Lo-Manthang Palace. Kora La Pass at 4,660m is a mountain pass between Upper Mustang and Tibet. It is also considered the lowest drivable path between Tibetan Plateau and the Indian subcontinent, and it is the lowest pass across the Himalayan Mountain range. Historically, it was used for the salt trade between Tibet and Nepalese kingdoms. It is also known as korala, located in Mustang District, near the Chinese border. From Korala Pass, trekkers can enjoy beautiful views of Annapurna and Nilgiri in the distance.
Chhoser is a valley because there are many small villages Nenyul, Bharcha, Dhuk, Ghom, Gharphu and Shija. This small village is situated at an altitude of 3857 meters / 12654 feet above sea level and is surrounded by the mighty Himalayas. Mustang is a remote region of Nepal, and Chhoser is one of the few villages in this area that has been able to maintain its traditional culture and way of life.
Sky caves of Mustang are located in isolated region of Nepal. These caves are known as 'sky caves' due to their location because they are often inaccessible. Inside the caves, researchers have found various artifacts, including murals, statues, and manuscripts, which provide insight into the life of the people who lived there. The murals depict religious and historical events and show the influence of both Buddhism and Hinduism in Mustang.
Lunch will be arranged enroute.
The Lo Manthang Palace was built at around the 15th Century by the first king of Mustang, King Amad Pal. He first built a fortress wall around the settlement of Lo. Later, he constructed the four-storey palace in 1440 AD. Mustang was under the influence of Jumla in the 16th to 18th centuries. When Jumla was annexed to Nepal in 1789 AD, Mustang became an integral part of Nepal along with the palace. However, the king of Mustang was recognized as a local king. The palace is five-storied.[6] It is constructed in mud, stone and wood with nine corners. There are wall paintings and inscriptions in Ranjana Script. The main entrance to the palace is in the east. The palace is painted with white lime. The palace houses a collection of texts such as Kanjur, Tenjur, Astha Sahasrika Prajnaparamita and Prajnaparamita. The wall around the palace and the city acts as a fortress. Near the palace, there are three red monasteries, twelve chortens and a mani wall. There are 60 spouts and 25 doors in the fortress wall.
Rest of the day to explore/ walk around the town.
Dinner at the hotel.
OVERNIGHT IN LO-MANTHANG
After breakfast, check out and drive to Syangboche enroute visiting Ghami Village.
Ghami village situated in the remote area of Mustang district in Nepal. It is an ancient village famous for its unique culture, architecture and landscape. The village is known for its beautiful white-washed houses and intricate carvings on doors and windows. The houses of Ghemi village made from stone, raw mud brick, straw, wood which makes distinctive feature of the village's architecture. The village intricately decorated with beautiful carvings and patterns related with holy belief. The narrow alleys and lanes of Ghami village are also decorated with prayer flags, mani walls, and chortens, which add to the village's charm and beauty.
Arrive Syangboche and check into the hotel.
Dinner at the hotel.
OVERNIGHT IN SYANGBOCHE
After breakfast, check out and drive to Marpha via Muktinath.
Muktinath Temple situated at an altitude of 3,710 meters (12,172 feet) at the base of the Thorong La mountain pass in the Mustang district, Muktinath is a highly venerated sacred place for both Hindus and Buddhists. Hindus call the site Mukti Kshetra, which literally means the "place of salvation" and it is one of the most ancient temples of the God Vishnu and the Vaishnava tradition in Nepal. The shrine is considered to be one of the eight sacred places known as Svayam Vyakta Ksetras (the other seven being Srirangam, Srimushnam, Tirupati, Naimisharanya, Totadri, Pushkar and Badrinath), as well as one of the 108 Divya Desam, or holy places of worship of Lord Vishnu. Additionally, it is also one of the 51 Shakti Pitha goddess sites.
After the visit, countinue your drive to Marpha.
Lunch will be arranged enroute.
Arrive Marpha and check into the hotel.
Marpha is characterized by beautiful, wide-roofed houses. The exterior part of houses is mural painted, which makes the aesthetic look. The desert-like settlement is adorned with dense apple orchards. At the highest point of the village is the Samten Choling Gumba, which is considered to be the heritage of the Marpha people. This village is also very famous for photography and videography. On the clear days, the visibility of the surrounding areas, surrounded by mountain ranges, are unexplainable.
Dinner at the hotel.
OVERNIGHT IN MARPHA
After breakfast, check out and drive to Pokhara (170kms/ approx. 5-6hrs).
Lunch will be arranged enroute. Arrive Pokhra and check into the hotel.
Later, visitFewa lake for a boating. The beautiful nature and the sound environment of Pokhara has much to offer to the travellers. You can also prepare yourself to explore the Terai Region of Nepal where you will be going to spend much time enjoying and adventuring the jungles in tents and camps.
Dinner at the hotel.
OVERNIGHT IN POKHARA
After an early breakfast, check out and drive to Kathmandu (210kms/ approx. 7hrs) enroute visit Manakamna Temple.
Manakamana Temple present in the Gorkha district of Nepal is in dedication to the Hindu Goddess Bhagwati, who is an incarnation of goddess Parvati (Shiva's consort). Further, the name 'Manakamana' originates from two words, 'mana 'meaning heart/mind and 'Kamana 'meaning wish, hence translating to 'the heart's wish'. The temple is present 1,302 meters (4,272 ft) above sea level.
One can also view the Manaslu- Himachali and Annapurna ranges to the north of the temple. Spectacular deep valleys, the terraced field from a cable car and mountain views of Himchuli range can be seen from the temple.
After visit, continue your drive to Kathmandu. Upon arrival check into the hotel.
Farewell Dinner at the hotel.
OVERNIGHT IN KATHMANDU.
After breakfast, check out and depart for respective destinations with the fond memories.
End of Expedition