Itinerary

Day 1 | Lucknow to Siddarthnagar ( Nepal ) ( 329 Kms / 8 Hrs )
We start our drive from Lucknow, you will have to arriva a day before the start of the drive in Lucknow. The drive starts from the predecided venue to Siddarthnagar via Ayodhaya from Sonali border we will enter Nepal after clearing customs formality. Overnight stay at Siddarthpur in Nepal.

Day 2 | Siddarthpur to Pokhara ( 180 Kms )
Morning start the drive to Pokhara, Pokhara is an pictures town at 884 meters above sea level and is an ideal vacationer’s paradise. With its crystal-clear lakes, magnificent views of the Annapurna Mountain Range, and bustling but quaint lakeside Bazar, it is a major tourist attraction.
Upon arrival at Pokhara check in to the hotel and after resting for a while free for the sightseeing tour.

Day 03 | Drive Pokhara to Kalopani.
After an early breakfast, leave Pokhara and drive towards Beni (70 KM) on the Baglung Highway. This section of the drive provides fantastic mountain vistas, picturesque terraced farmlands, and an opportunity to walk on one of Nepal’s famous suspension bridges. From Mal Dhunga, the road is unpaved and dusty with potholes in several places. Unpaved, graveled rough road poses a real challenge for drives and makes it more
difficult with the occasional river crossings. Ascend gradually through the Kali Gandaki gorge, the deepest gorge in the world. There is a continuous change in the topography with every twist and turn until Tatopani.

Day 04 | Kalopani to Samar
After breakfast drive to Samar, after getting the permits for Upper Mustang Area at the check post.
Overnight stay at Samar.

Day 5 | Samar to Lo-Manthang (3,840 m) (68 Km) 5Hrs.
After breakfast drive to Lo-Manthang. Lo-Manthang served as the capital of the ancient Kingdom of Mustang, which survives as the Kingdom of Lo or “Upper Mustang”. Lo Manthang was founded in 1380 by Ame Pal, who oversaw construction of the city wall and many of the still-standing structures in the early 15th century. The monarchy officially ceased to exist on October 7, 2008 by Nepali Government order. The last king (raja or gyelpo) is Jigme Dorje Palbar Bista (born c. 1933), in the direct line of the historic monarchy dating back 25 generations to 1380. The population includes ethnic Lhobas. Upon arrival at Lo-Manthang we check in to the lodge and rest of the evening is free to relax and explore around the kingdom of Lo-Manthang.

Day 6 | Drive around Lo-Manthang.
After a leisurely breakfast, we get ready for the days adventure. Today we are going to visit one of the most interesting sites of the prehuman settlement in this unexplored valley and famously known Caves of Chhoser and magnificent landscape and Nymphu monastery built on the cliffs. On our way back we can also visit the Namgyal village and monastery. As you approach the Chhoser village, you could see numerous caves in the front of the cliff that once use to be the home of the pre historic Loba’s and the monks. After the sightseeing tour, we back to the city of Lo, for hot lunch. Rest of the day at leisure or free to explore the walled village.

Notes – The major Temples inside the walls are Champa Lakhang (God House) which houses the massive 45 ft. statue of Maitreva, the future Buddha, the red Thugchen Gompa with several large images of Sakyamuni, Avalokitesvara and Maitreya, and the Chyodi Gompa of the Sakya sect which has several monks in residence and is the site of the annual Mani Rimdu festival in many which is referred as ‘tegi’ in Lomanthang. They are all supposed to have been built in 1420. Despite the apparent squalor of Lo Manthang, the city is prosperous and maintains a strong sense of community. Though the people call themselves Lobas- people from Lo, they are very much Tibetan and practice a sophisticated culture and economy.

Day 7 | Lo-Manthang to Muktinath (3710 m) (92 Km) 5 Hrs
After breakfast we ride back track to Muktinath “Place of Salvation”. Upon arrival at Muktinath, we check in to the guest house. Late PM: Visit Muktinath Temple. A sacred place both for Hindus and Buddhists and is located at an altitude of 3,800 meters at the foot of the Thorong La (5416 m Pass). Visit Muktinath Temple.
Overnight stay at Muktinath.

Day 8 | Muktinath to Tatopani
After a leisurely breakfast ride down to Kagbeni (2800 m) which is the gateway to Upper Mustang. Kagbeni at an altitude of 2840m is a fascinating medieval village with closely packed mud brick houses, dark alleys, and imposing chortens lying along the trekking route and is the gateway to Upper Mustang. This village also boasts a Monastery. From
Kagbeni continue to drive to Jomsom and on to tatopani. “Tato” means ‘hot’ and “Pani” means ‘water’, a name earned courtesy of the hot springs and is a popular place for traveller to relax and dip their weary bodies in the natural hot springs. Upon arrival at Tatopani take a relaxing dip in the Hot Springs located nearby. ( Charges applicable** – collected by locals)
Overnight at Tatopani.

Day 9 | Tatopani to Pokhara ( 100 Kms / 4 Hrs )
Leisurely drive to Pokhara, Day free for leisure on arrival.
Overnight at Pokhara.

Day 10 | End of Trip
Leave from Pokhara to Bhairawa/Sunauli border via Tansen and see off
the group at the Sunauli border.

Thing to do extra

– Authentic Local Food

–  Wild Life Safari

–  Historical Temple Visit

–  Paragliding

–  Boating and Rafting

– Hiking in the mountains

– Meditation and yoga

– Visit local market

– Photography

– Off-road Trail Drive

Food and Meal

Meals Included in the Tour – Breakfast & Dinner

Breakfast – Our daily breakfast will be at the hotels where we stay.

Lunch – Lunch is not included in the tour package and will be on direct payment basis. For lunches we will stop at the best available food joints that are on our route.

Dinner – Our daily dinner will be at the hotels where we stay. Dinner in Pokhara is not included in the package as there are lots of good local restaurants in Pokhara where you can go out and enjoy a meal.

Getting there

STARTS AND END POINT OF TOUR

The Tour starts from Lucknow in India and ends on entering Indian through Sanouli Border.

If you are not travelling in your own SUV. You can fly into Lucknow or to join us or you can take a flight from Kathmandu ( KTM ) , or take a cab from Kathmandu to Pokhara.

Mustang is an High altitude area.

Good Physical fitness is required for this tour,

please see your physician before planning for the trip as.

Including the package cost

1. 09 Nights accommodation in Hotels / Guesthouses on twin / double share basis of rooms, or as per plan with stay in standard rooms.
2. Breakfast & Dinner for duration of tour. ( All veg Meals )
3. Accompanying team with backup vehicle from Lucknow to Gorakhpur ( additional Backup vehicle for large groups )
4. First Air with Medical backup with oxygen (O2) & AMS pack.
5. Accompanying Professional & Experienced Guide throughout the tour.
6. Guidance to best places for Meals at Pay N Eat ( if any).
7. Vehicle assistance / towing where ever required.
8. Accompanying Nepal Govt authorized Sherpa Guide including the cost for his meals,
accommodations and daily allowances.
Below mentioned is part of the USD 600 Permits Cost
9. Special Permit to visit Upper Mustang fee of US $ 550.00 per person.(Subject to change without prior notice)
10. Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP) fee of approx. US $ 30.00 per person.(Subject to change without prior notice)
11. Trekker’s Information Management System (TIMS) fee of US $ 10.00 per person.(Subject to change without prior notice)

Not including the cost

1.Stay for extra days if any ( we can make bookings for you )
2.Flights to the destination.
3.Lunches for duration of the trip.
4.Extra food Like Starters /Lunch /Dinner all over Pay & Eat ( if Any outside the venue)
5.Self Drive vehicles
6.Insurance for vehicles entering Nepal.
7.Any damages /fine/ Insurance
8.Toll Tax if any.
9.Fuel for your vehicles.
10.Custom duty for Vehicles entering Nepal from India.
11.Nepal VISA for foreigners ( Indians do not need a VISA but must carry a valid identity proof in original with them )
12.Any kind of personal expenses or optional tours, extra meals, starters (Alcoholic, Mineral, Soft Drinks, Aerated) etc.
13.Extra guide fee, Camera & Video fee ,Tips, Insurance, Laundry, Phone
14.Any activity apart from mentioned ones.
15.Any cost arising out of unforeseen circumstances like damage accruing from land blocks, bad weather etc.
16.Any medical expenses incurred during the trip or travel insurance
17.Anything not mentioned in inclusions
18.Insurance for or against accidents, loss of life, theft etc.
19.GST 5% + TCS as per slab ( 5% )

Costing

If you are planning to be driven around for the Upper Mustang tour your can choose from a variety of vehicles from the basic Mahindra Bolero to Mahindra Scorpio or old Toyota Land cruisers all of which are 4×4 vehicles and suitable for the drive to Mustang. The drivers are all locals and highly experienced for offroad driving in the mountainous terrain.

For Standard Tours the vehicle will be Mahindra Bolero – 04 pax in vehicle

For Deluxe Tours the vehicle will be – Toyota Land Cruiser or Mahindra Scorpio or Nissan SUV – 03 Pax in vehicle

Things to carry – some esencials 

Clothing

1:   1 / 2 Jeans
2:   1 / 2 Cargo pant
3:   2 / 4 Full sleeve shirt
4:   3 / 4 T- Shirts
5:   1 / 2  Sweatshirt / Sweater / Fleece
6:   1 Warm Jacket
7:    Slippers / Sandals
8:    Night suit.( if u use )
9:    Raincoat / Poncho
10:  Cap / Hat / Warm Cap
11:  Warm Gloves
12:  Warm Muffler
13:  2 / 3 Cotton Socks and Warm Socks
14:  Towel  ( lightweight )

Miscellaneous / personal items

1:   Sunscreen Lotion
2:   Lip Guard / Care
3:   Body Lotion
4:   Paper Soap
5:   Face Wash / Soap / Shampoo / Oil / Deo / Comb etc.
6:  Sunglasses
7:  Toothpaste / Toothbrush
8: Binocular
9: Pocket/Swiss knife
10 : Reading materials
11 : Camera
12 : Small camping stove and gas with some sugar and coffee ( not mandatory )
13 : Personal Medicine
14 : Water Bottles

For Your 4X4 / SUV / MUV

Before riding check your 4X4/suv/muv            ( Very Important )
(engine oil, all cables, all nut and bolts,  tire-tube, Coolant, Brake, Belts,Headlights, complete services  if you need etc.)

1:  Extra Engine Oil  ( 2 Litre )
2:  Extra  Tire’s Tube
3:  Extra Bulb
4:  Jerry Cans 20 ltr  For Fuel
5:  Complete Tool Kit
6:  Feviquick / M-Seal
7:  Air Pump
8:  Jack
9:  Tow Strap / Tow Rope
10:  Fuel Siphon / Pipe
11:  Battery Jumper Cables
12: Tire Patch Kit
13: Duct tape
14: Trapal ( Use to make various shelters as needed to protect your camp from sun or rain )
16:  Vehicle Papers ( Registration /  Insurance  / Pollution )

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