Day 01: Arrival day in Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264 ft)
Namaste & welcome to Himalayan country of Nepal. While you landed at the Tribhuvan intl. airport our representative welcomes you with your name and assists to transfer in your hotel in Kathmandu. After time to get refreshed & rest, pick you up for briefing about the program and evening for welcome dinner in one of the typical Nepalese restaurant with cultural program in the heart of Kathmandu and overnight at Hotel

Day 02: A Guided sightseeing in Kathmandu Valley
After your breakfast to head on for our guided day trip to world heritage sites in Kathmandu valley and visit the highlights of Kathmandu and the surrounding areas. We take you to visit the pilgrimage sites of Hindus temple Pashupatinath, one of the most important shrine of Shiva temples on the subcontinent which is place of thousand of devotees, Saddhus (holy men/Baba), and can be seen the cremating body most of the times in the holy riverbank of Bagmati. Hundreds of monkeys are giggling with you and take a time to exploring surrounding area and visit Bouddhanath stupa an another pilgrimage centre which is most popular and important place for Buddhist. You can explore with rounding prayer wheel and flattering colorful flag with melodious chanting noise.

After visiting Bouddhanath stupa we’ll drive to the City of Devotees (Bhaktapur). This traditional and traffic free town is the third biggest town in the Valley. We’ll explore the medieval like squares, courtyards and temples of this vibrant town. After a stop for lunch at restaurant in Bhaktapur it’s time to drive back to Kathmandu and meet up with your travel consultant & fellows to prepare for next day and overnight at the hotel. Alternatively, the same group may have option to choose same 3 sightseeing place inside Kathmandu valley instead of these given place

Day 03: Fly to Pokhara/ Evening sightseeing at Pokhara  

we take the short but scenic 30 minute flight to Pokhara in the morning, enjoying the views of Ganesh, Manaslu and the Annapurnas along the way. Pokhara, known as the ‘Lakeside City’ is popular for its beautiful and serene lakes: Phewa, Begnas and Rupa. Our trip includes visits to all these exotic places. We go for boating on Lake Phewa on whose tranquil waters the fishtail-like spire of MachaPucchure (Fishtail) Peak is mirrored. We visit the Bindyabasini Temple located in an island, in the middle of the lake. Afterwards we take a guided tour to Davis fall, the gorge of the Seti River and Tibetan refugee camp

Day 04: Fly to Jomsom & Trek to Kagbeni (2,780m)

we take the spectacular early morning flight to Jomsom (famous for its apples) where we will be met at the tiny airstrip by our trek crew. After some initial preparation of loads, we begin our trek to the pretty village of Kagbeni. Just out of Jomsom we cross a small suspension bridge and then walk along the riverbank of the Kali Gandaki. The trail is flat and quite barren, with craggy rocks and sand littering the trail. This makes it very easy going. We will get magnificent views of huge peaks such as Dhaulagiri, Tukuche and Nilgiri, whilst to the south can be seen the entire Annapurna massif. Kagbeni with its narrow alleyways and tunnels, irrigation canals, fields of wheat and barley and a large red Gompa, give us a preview of scenes that we would come across in Upper Mustang. At the north end of the village is the police check-post. Here we will complete our paperwork before entering this long forbidden region of Nepal.       us a preview of scenes that we would come across in Upper Mustang. At the north end of the village is the police check post. Here we will complete our paperwork before entering this long forbidden region of Nepal.      

Day 05: Trek to Chele (3,050m)

On the trek from Kagbeni to Chele we pass the beautiful village of Tangbe, with its picturesque traditional houses  and fields of barley, buckwheat and apple orchards. We enjoy views of the magnificent Nilgiri peak and cross several ridges. After Chhusang village, we cross a stream and leave the Kaligandaki valley behind and reach the village of Chele.

Day 06: Trek to Geling (3,440m)

Following a trail on the arid Tibet like landscape, we climb above the village of Samar to a ridge and then descend into a large gorge past a Chorten 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 in the form of a Chorten and one of the holiest places in Mustang. The trail climbs gently from Shyangmochen and we enter another huge valley before descending to Geling, with its extensive fields of barley. Like in all settlements of Mustang, the white and ochre painted houses in Geling are constructed using mud and stones. The roofs are made of twigs, straw and a mixture of mud and pebbles.   
 
Day 07: Trek to Charang (3,490m)

Today’s walk is through perhaps the driest part of Mustang, and much of our energy will be spent negotiating the loose, dry soil. However, the magnificent views of the countryside, from the gentle contours of the north to the rugged mountains in the east and west, more than compensates for the hard climb. 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 dzong [fortress] and a red gompa (monastery) which houses an excellent collection of statues and thangkas.  
 
Day 08: Trek to Lo Manthang (3,730m) to (via Lho-gekar, Ghar Gompa)

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 Manthang. 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 we circumambulate the wall to the gate on the north-east corner. We begin our return journey from Lo Manthang, taking the upper highland route. This highland route offers dramatic views of Lo Manthang and the Charang Valley, with snow clad peaks in the background. Just past the settlement of Lo Gekar, we reach the oldest monastery in Mustang, the Ghare Gompa.  

Day 09: Lo Manthang (3,730m) hiking (Start Tiji Festival)  
 
Today, you are free to explore the fascinating city of Lo Manthang. The city contains about 150 houses, as well as residences for its many lamas. There are four major temples within the city and one of these, Champa Lhakang, contains a huge clay statue of Buddha as well as elaborates mandalas painted on the walls. Lo Manthang is also home to Mustang's former King Jigme Dorjee Palbar Bista who lost his royal title in 2008 after Nepal became a republic.The king's palace is an imposing building in the center of the city and is occupied by the ex-King. He is still respected by the people. Today also marks the commencement of the Tiji Festival. Monks don colorful costumes and masks representing divine beings and perform ritual dances. Sit out with the locals dressed in their traditional finery to witness this sacred ritual dance. The setting is most spectacular.

Day 10: Lo Manthang (3,730m) to Tiji Festival

Day 11: Lo Manthang (3,730m) to Tiji Festival Ends

Day 12: Trek to Gham I (3,460m)

We continue our journey on the highland route, crossing alpine meadows before dropping down a steep eroded gully to Dhakmar for lunch. After lunch, we walk through the pretty valley, climb to a ridge and descend from there back to Ghami.  

Day 13: Trek to Samar (3,290m)

We descend on a pleasant trail to Samar, situated in a grove of poplar trees. This is a major place to stop for horse and mule caravans.  
 
Day 14: Trek to Chhuksang (2,920m)
now we must retrace our route back to Chhuksang.
 
 
Day 15: Trek to Jomsom (2,710m)

Exit Restricted Area. It's a long and sad final day, passing back through Kagbeni to Jomsom where we end our trek. It's now time for us to take a nice hot shower. In the evening, we celebrate with the Sherpas and porters, whom we have come to know so well over the last 2 weeks.
 
Day 16: Fly to Kathmandu

We take a spectacular early morning flight along the Kali Gandaki gorge to Pokhara and catch a connecting flight back to Kathmandu.

Day 17: Free day or (optional) Guided Sightseeing at Kathmandu, Bhaktapur & Patan

You can take this day as a free day and spend it at leisure or take a guided tour to the medieval palaces of  Basantapur Durbar Square, Patan Durbar Square & Bhaktatapur Durbar square.

Day 18: Depart Kathmandu

Our Nepalese support team will take you to the airport for your flight home. On the other hand, if you prefer to stay longer, you can go for short tours such as game drive at National parks, rafting, Tibet tours, mountain biking etc