JOURNEY TO THE FORBIDDEN KINGDOM – UPPER MUSTANG
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28-May to 07-Jun 2024
Per person INR 1,62,000/- + USD 500 (Upper mustang restricted permit cost)
Single supplement INR 30,000/-
The Kingdom of Lo-Manthang or Mustang situated at an altitude of 3770m was an independent kingdom within Nepal and its King having allegiance to the King of Nepal. Though the people call themselves Laobas- people from Lo, they are very much Tibetan and practice a sophisticated culture and economy. The King’s palace is an imposing 4 – storey building in the center of the walled city. It is the home of the Past king – Jigme Parbal Bista. The Honorary title “Bist – a high caste title in Nepali” was conferred by the King of Nepal. Though his duties were largely ceremonial, he was respected by the people. Despite the apparent squalor of Lo Manthang, the city is prosperous and maintains a strong sense of community.
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Vacation Style Holiday Type
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Activity Level Moderate
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All about the JOURNEY TO THE FORBIDDEN KINGDOM – UPPER MUSTANG.
- Explore the ancient walled city, its beautiful architecture, monasteries, royal
palace, stupas, the spiritual & cultural heritage of Mustang. - Enjoy the stunning views of snow-capped peaks like Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Damodar
himal, Nilgiri and Tukuche etc. - Discover the traditional villages, mountain passes & culture of Lo Manthang influenced
by Tibetan Buddhism. - Experience the unique “Lowa” cuisine of Mustang made with local ingredients.
- Feel the peace and tranquility in Lo “Mustang”, which is still untouched by
modernization
The tour package inclusions and exclusions at a glance
What is included in this tour?Items that are included in the cost of tour price.
Accommodation & Food:
• In a hotel / lodges / guesthouses on twin sharing basis;
• All meals starting dinner on the day of arrival till breakfast on the day of departure.
• Safe drinking water throughout the tour.
Travel:
• All transfers and sightseeing tour in Kathmandu and Pokhara in a Toyota Hi-ace or Coaster.
• Drive from Pokhara to Lo-Manthang and back by Scorpio (3 Pax in each Jeep).
• Kathmandu- Pokhara return flight.
Others:
• Trekking Information Management Service (TIMS) fees & Necessary porterage on the trek.
• Mustang Restricted area permit fee (Mentioned separately) along with applicable ACAP & TIMS.
• One experienced Countryside Outdoor professional & Local guide
• All applicable monumental fees
• Comprehensive medical kit along with the oxygen cylinder.
Whats not included in this tour?Items that are not included in the cost of tour price.
- Goods & Service Tax 5% or as applicable for Indian nationals.
- TCS 20% (Tax collected at source) or as applicable for Indian nationals
- Travel to & from Kathmandu.
- Adventure travel insurance.
- Visa Fees for Foreign Nationals.
- Lunch & dinner expenses in Kathmandu & Hot water for drinking on the trek & hot shower.
- Additional Night stay cost in Kathmandu due to flight cancellation / delays.
- Any expenses of personal nature such as mineral water, laundry, liquor, etc.
- Any kind of insurance such as accident, theft, medical, evacuation, etc.
- Tips to porters, Sherpa team, driver, guide, etc.(Ideally INR 3000/- per person)
- Any extra costs incurred due extension/change of the itinerary, because of natural
calamities, flight delays/cancellations, road blocks, vehicle breakdown, etc. factors beyond
the control of the organizers of this event and its associates. - Items not specified in the above in “Cost Includes”.
- Day 01 Arrival in Kathmandu (1,400 m / 4,592 ft.)
- Day 02 Fly to Pokhara (827 m / 2,709 ft.) & drive to Tatopani. (1,268 m / 4,160 ft; 104 Km / 3-4 hrs)
- Day 03 Drive to Kagbeni (2,840 M /9,315 ft.) en-route visit Marpha; Tukche villages (76 Km / 3-4 hrs)
- Day 04 Visit Muktinath Temple and Lupra Village.
- Day 05 Drive to Tsarang (3,520 m / 11,545 ft.; 40 Km / 3 hrs)
- Day 06 Full day excursion around Upper Mustang (Lo Manthang).
- Day 07 Visit Lo-Gyaker Monastery, hike to Ghami via Dhamkar (3hr) Drive to Samer (02hrs)
- Day 08 Drive to Kalopani en-route visit Thini village & Naurikot.
- Day 09 Drive back to Pokhara
- Day 10 Fly to Kathmandu; excursion around ancient Bhaktapur Durbar Square & Boudhanth Stupa (15 Kms /1 hrs)
- Day 11 Final departure
Accommodation & Food: Accommodation in hotels / guesthouse on double sharing basis
| Location | Hotel Name | Meal Plan |
| Kathmandu | Maya Manor or similar | BB |
| Pokhara | Atithi Resort & Spa or similar | BB |
| Kagbeni | Red House lodge or similar | AP |
| Tshrang | Maya heritage Inn | AP |
| Samer | Annapurna Guest House or similar | AP |
| Kalopani | Kalopani Guest House or similar | AP |
| Tatopani | Natural Hot Spring or similar | AP |
The tour package inclusions and exclusions at a glance.
Cost Inclusions
Food: Meals would be arranged in hotels or tourist class restaurants/cafes
- Travel: Transfers Sightseeing & Lo-manthang area in Scorpios or similar, only 3 pax in one vehicle and in Kathmandu & Pokhara in Toyota Hiace / Coaster.
- Others:
- Domestic flight Kathmandu – Pokhara – Kathmandu
- 01 Local guide throughout the trip
- ACAP & TIMS permits
- Applicable monumental fees
- One experience Countryside outdoor professional
- Comprehensive medical kit.
Cost Exclusions
- Goods & Service Tax as applicable.
- Tax Collected at Source as applicable.
- Mandatory – Upper Mustang Restricted Permit cost – USD 500 (directly to be paid in Kathmandu)
- Travel to & from Kathmandu
- Camera fees
- Any expenses of personal nature such as mineral water, laundry, liquor, etc.
- Any kind of insurance, such as accident, theft, medical, evacuation, etc.
- Tips to hotel staff, drivers, guides, etc.
- Travel Insurance
- Any extra costs incurred due to extension/change of the itinerary because of natural calamities, flight delays, road blocks, vehicle breakdown etc. factors beyond the control of “Countryside Adventure Holidays Pvt. Ltd.” and its associates.
- Items not specified in the above in “Cost Includes”.
