Upper Mustang Tour - (Fly In Fly Out)

After breakfast we will get visit the different places which are listed in UNESCO World Heritage Site: Kathmandu Durbar Square, Swoyambhunath, Boudhanath and Pashupatinath today. Stay overnight at Hotel.

Bouddhanth: Boudhhanath stupa is one of the largest Buddhist stupa in the world. The Stupa 100 meters in diameter, was built on an octagonal base inset with prayer wheels by the Lichchivi King Mana Deva in the 15th century. The pinnacle of this stupa represent the stages of enlightenment, symbol of royalty, compassion, knowing and nirvana. There are many myths about the origins of the Stupa. Early morning and evening are the times to visit Bouddha to join the local residents in Kora. There is an enclosure with several monasteries of the different schools of Tibetan Buddhism.

Pashupatinath: Pashupatinath is one of the most sacred temples in Nepal. The temple of Pashupatinath is a large double roofed pagoda of brass and gilt gold; the gateway is plated with silver. There are linga images of Shiva along with statues, shrines and temples dedicated to other deities in the temple complex. There are rows of Shiva shrines and Hindu pilgrims from all over South Asia offering worship to Shiva, the Lord of Destruction. Entrance to the temple precinct is permitted to the Hindus only. However, visitors can clearly see the temple and the activities performed in the temple premises from the vantage point across the bank of the Bagmati River.

After breakfast transfer to airport. Early morning fly to Pokhara by flight in 25 minutes. We can visit some famous places and landmarks such as (Gupteshore cave, David fall, Seti gorge, Pokhara International Mountaineering Museum, Bindubasini Temple and Tibeten Refuse Camp). Stay overnight at Hotel.

After breakfast we take 20 minutes flight to Jomsom. From Jomsom we will drive for about 2/3 hours to reach Muktinath. In Muktinath there are 108 taps where it is believed to purify the soul of human beings. This is one of the most important pilgrimage sights for Hindus, it is also home for many ethnics Tibetans and holy Buddhists. On returning back, on 15 minutes visit we reach Jharkot Gompa. We can explore the ancient Buddhist monastery and old houses of people living there. Then after in about 1 hour ride we reach Kagbeni. Kagbeni is famous amongst Hindu pilgrims. In the evening we will visit Kagchode Thubten Sampheling Gompa which lies there since 1429 and enjoy beautiful landscapes of Kagbeni village. Stay overnight at hotel / lodge.

After breakfast we head towards Geling (20 km) which takes about 3/4 hours drive. On the way to Geling we will pass through Tangbe village (3060 m) and then Chusang (2980 m). By passing the Kali Gandaki River we will reach Chele (3050 m). We will stop at Chele village and visit the monastery there. We will be mesmerized by the view of Kali Gandaki Gorge on the way. Then we will head towards Geling. In the evening we will visist the Geling Monastery. Stay overnight at hotel / lodge.

After breakfast we head towards Lo Manthang (23 km) which takes about 3/4 hours’ drive. On the way there we can see the wonderful treeless barren landscapes and the view of mountains. At first, we will visit Ghami village and explore the monastery around there. Then we head towards Charang village. There we can visit the settlement of people and Buddhist school and monastery which is there since last 2000 years. We will have lunch in Charang and head towards Lo Manthang which takes about 1 hour drive. Lo Manthang is popular for the tall whitewashed mud-brick walls, Royal palace and Gompas built 600 years ago. In evening, we will explore the Buddhist art school, King Palace, and Lo Manthang village. Stay overnight at hotel / lodge.

This day we will visit the nearby places of Lo Manthang and enjoy our stay there. We will drive towards Chhoser where we will visit Sija Jhong Gompa (Chhoser Cave), Lo Garphu Gompa, Lo Niphu Gompa and Chempa Koncholing Cave. Also we will also visit nearby Chhoser: Garphu, Namgyal and Thinggar Gompa. After the visit we drive back to Lo Manthang. Stay overnight at hotel / lodge.

After breakfast we drive by passing the Buddhist settlement of Dhigaun (3420m), Surkhang village, Yara and Ghara village. If we get time, we will explore the Luri Cave Monastery also known as “Luri Ghang Gompa” situated inside the cave with numerous delicate frescoes.  It is situated at an altitude of 4005 m. The cave is surrounded by an outstanding landscape. The network of caves has made it unique and is one of the most important place of worship in the kingdom. The monastery representing the Dhukpa Kagyu sect of the Tibetan Buddhism date back to 14th /15th century. And is enshrouded with much of Mustang’s tantalizing mysteries. And we will return back to Ghami which takes about 3/ 4 hours. Stay overnight at hotel / lodge.

This day we will drive for 4/5 hours through the sideways of the Kali Gandaki River to reach Jomsom. We can see the beautiful view of mountain from Jomsom. Stay overnight at hotel / lodge.

Early morning after breakfast we fly Jomsom Kathmandu via Pokhara and transfer to hotel. After arrival in Kathmandu you will have a free day for shopping and other activities.  Stay overnight at hotel. 

After breakfast we will visit the UNESCO listed world Heritage Sites like: Patan Durbar Square, Bhaktapur Durbar Square and Changunarayan.

Patan Durbar Square: (World Heritage Site) Patan Durbar Square boasts of many famous sites and unique architectures. The major attractions of Patan Durbar Square are the stone temple of Lord Krishna, the Royal Bath with many carvings on stone, Viswanath temple and temple of Bhimsen with a magnificent golden balcony overlooking the square. Many more temple dedicated to Ganesh, the elephant-headed god, Shiva, Narsingh, Taleju and other are situated in the Patan Durbar Square.

Bhaktapur Durbar Square: Bhaktapur Durbar Square is one of the most charming Architectural showpieces of the valley as it highlights the ancient arts of Nepal. The Square contains innumerable temples and other architectural showpieces like the Lion Gate, the statue of King Bhupatindra Malla, the Picture Gallery, the Golden Gate, the palaces of 55 windows, the Batsala temple and the bell of barking dog etc.

Changunarayan: The temple of Changunarayan is richly decorated with sculptures and carvings and is said to be the oldest pagoda style temple in the valley. The temple, built around the 3rd century, is decorated by some of the best samples of stone, wood and metal craft in the valley. The courtyard has many other temples such as that of Kiloswar Shiva, Chhinnmasta Devi and other figures like Garuda, Vishnu and other deities.

Enjoy your last day on Kathmandu before departure. At your mentioned departure time our correspondent will pick you up from hotel and transfer to airport and depart you with warm hearts.