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MUSTANG TIJI FESTIVAL TREK

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Overview

MUSTANG TIJI FESTIVAL TREK Upper Mustang trek offers a spectacular trekking experience in the remote trans-Himalayan mountain region of Nepal. The 18-days trip festival consists of Tibetan rituals that celebrate the myth of a son who had to save the Mustang kingdom from destruction. The festival is indigenous to Lo-Manthang, Upper Mustang. Over the Mustang Tenchi Festival, time monks dressed in elaborate costumes and masks perform dances and rituals that are supposed to drive away evil spirits. Annapurna Circuit Trek.

The Tiji festival dances are all organized by the Choedhe Monastery, which belongs to the Sakya sect of Buddhism.

While Tenchi Festival trekking in the Upper Mustang region of Nepal, we can admire the uniqueness of tree-less landscape, rocky trails, and views of Nilgiri, Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, and the other Himalayas. Upper Mustang trekking in Nepal officially opened in 1992. The Tenchi festival as a whole celebrates the victory of God over Demon and Good over Evil. On the 1st day, the monks perform a dance called ‘Tsa Chaam’. This tells the story of the birth of ‘Dorji Sonam’- a reincarnated Buddha to a demon. This demon harassed the kingdom of Mustang and brought havoc to the country. You can witness the monks enacting the harassment of the said demon on the people of Mustang. Lupra Trek

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Itinerary

Day 1
Arrive to Kathmandu (1,400m approx.) Transfer to Hotel.

Upon your arrival to the Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, you will be welcomed by a representative of the Sange Sherpa Adventure You will then be checked in to your hotel. You can either rest or stroll around a famous tourist area in Kathmandu, Thamel. Here you can do souvenir shopping and enjoy the authentic Nepali cuisine in one of the many restaurants. You will also be briefed about the entire trek on this day.

Day 2
In Kathmandu.

You can choose to take a day tour of Kathmandu city and visit the UNESCO World Heritage Sites, such as Pashupatinath, Swayambhunath, and Boudhanath. These places are enlisted as world heritage sites by UNESCO. They also offer insights into the culture, religious beliefs, and practices during the medieval times. As an option, you can sit back and relax in your hotel, prepare for the trek or take a stroll around the locality. Overnight stay at a hotel in Kathmandu.

Day 3
Fly or drive to Pokhara (820m.)

After an early morning breakfast, you will be taken to the Tribhuvan International Airport to catch your flight to Pokhara (25-30 minutes), a popular tourist destination which also acts as the transit point for our trek. You can choose to drive to Pokhara while enjoying the scenery of the hills and winding rivers. The latter may take 5-6 hours in total. Overnight stay at a hotel in Pokhara.

Day 4
Fly to Jomsom from Pokhara and trek to Kagbeni (2810m). 3 Hours walk.

From Pokhara, you’ll catch the flight to Jomsom. The first day of the trek commences at Jomsom and concludes at Kagbeni which lies to the north. The maiden hike may take a couple of hours and will take your through the Kali Gandaki river bed up to the green fields of Kagbeni. The trek takes you through Ekle Bhatti and number of Buddhist monasteries. Overnight stay at a lodge at Kagbeni.

Day 5
Trek to Chele (3050m), 5-6 Hours walk.

The day begins with a steep climb up the cliffs on the eastern side of the Kali Gandaki gorge and follows through small ridges. There are many small villages en route which is well surrounded by green fields. Wheat, barley, and buckwheat are the major crops in the area. You will enter Tangbe and Chhusang villages before reaching Chele which will be around late noon. Overnight stay at a lodge at Chele.

Day 6
Trek to Ghiling (3570m), 5 – 6 Hours walk.

The steep climb continues right outside Chele. You will find mostly dry terrain from here on with only sparse vegetation. The highest point thus far is at Nyi La Pass 4010m, which can prove to be a tough ascent. Some of the local peaks visible from here are Tilicho Peak (7134m) and few others in Annapurna region. After crossing Nyi La Pass, the trail drops steeply towards the village of Ghiling. Overnight stay at a lodge at Ghilling.

Day 7
Trek to Tsarang (3560m). 4 Hours walk.

The trail to Tsarang passes through Kali Gandaki corridor and across a steel bridge at Tangmar Chu. After a while, the trail rises until you arrive at a plateau. Here, you get to see the longest and spectacular Mani (Tibetan spiritual words) wall in entire Nepal. Tsarang lies to the east of the wall. A huge Dzong (fortress) and a big red Gompa dominates the local scenery at Tsarang. Overnight at a lodge at Tsarang.

Day 8
Trek to Lo – Manthang (3840m). 5 Hours walk.

From Charang, the trail passes through Tsarang Chu and descends until Tholung village. You will have to ascend a bit from here on to reach the windy pass of Lo, from where you get to see Lomanthang. It looks like a small walled city amidst the large desert. The trek until now concludes at Lo Manthang. Lo was the capital of Mustang kingdom before the entire region was annexed by Nepal in the 18th Century. Overnight stay at a lodge at Lo Manthang.

Day 9
Lo Manthang (3730m) – the celebration of the first day of Tiji festival.

The celebration begins early in the afternoon with the loud blurts of the Tibetan horns, Dhungchen. It is generally accompanied by two double-reeled horns, drum and cymbals. The monks from the adjoining Choede monastery make their way into the courtyard. An enormous Thangkha (painting) depicting Padma Sambhava or Guru Rimpoche is hanged on the southern wall of the square. The dance only begins late in the evening when all the local authority takes their place. The masked dance portrays the age-old myth depicting the life of Dorje Jono, a supreme force who repelled all the demons from Earth. Overnight stay at a lodge at Lo Manthang.

Day 10
Lo Manthang (3730m) – the celebration of the first day of Tiji festival.

The celebration begins early in the afternoon with the loud blurts of the Tibetan horns, Dhungchen. It is generally accompanied by two double-reeled horns, drum and cymbals. The monks from the adjoining Choede monastery make their way into the courtyard. An enormous Thangkha (painting) depicting Padma Sambhava or Guru Rimpoche is hanged on the southern wall of the square. The dance only begins late in the evening when all the local authority takes their place. The masked dance portrays the age-old myth depicting the life of Dorje Jono, a supreme force who repelled all the demons from Earth. Overnight stay at a lodge at Lo Manthang.

Day 11
Final day of the festival Tiji/visit Namgyal Gompa and Tingkhar or Excursion to Chhoser (Western Valley)

The third day marks the end of the festival. It ends with ceremonial music and the portrayal of the end of the demon in most dramatic manner. More music, dance, shooting guns accompany the last day of the festival. With the end of Tiji festival, you can choose to visit the Namgyal Gompa and Tingkhar. These are highly recommended tourist destinations inside Lo Manthang.

Day 12
Trek to Dhakmar (3820m). 6-7 Hours walk. Instead of trekking back to Tsarang.

you will turn southwest towards Dhakmar. The trail passes through Lo Gekar and ascends steeply up to 4,000 m. You can get a last glimpse of Lo Manthang from here. Chogo La at 4,280m is the highest point of the trek. The trail descends until Ghar Gompa and takes you towards Dhakmar. Overnight stay at a lodge at Lo Manthang.

Day 13
Trek to Syanbochen (3800m). 5 – 6 Hours walk.

Today, you’ll encounter many tremendous canyons en route. It opens to the farmlands popular for buckwheat. While trekking back, you can get the close glimpse of the surrounding peaks, namely; Nilgiri (7061m), Annapurna (80991m), and Tilicho Peak (7134m). You will arrive at Syanbochen following the path through Ghami and numerous passes. Overnight stay at a lodge at Syanbochen.

Day 14
Trek to Kagbeni (2800m) Duration: 6 hrs You will retrace your trail back to Kagbeni.

The trekking is comparatively easier and will take around 6 hours to complete. You can spend the evening enjoying local apple brandy, ‘Marpha’ or talking with the locals. The night is colder so it is best that you stay inside the dining area with the heating system on. Overnight stay at a lodge at Kagbeni.

Day 15
Trek to Jomsom The trek concludes at Jomsom.

On the last day of the trek, you can choose to take the stroll around the market and shop for local products. Apple brandy, Churpi, sweets, and other stuff are popularly demanded by the visiting tourists. The region is also heavily influenced by Buddhist faith. Overnight stay at a lodge at Jomsom.

Day 16
Fly back to Pokhara. You’ll catch your flight back to Pokhara.

On the way, you will get to see some extraordinary view of Annapurna Himalayan range, Machhapuchhre (6997m) and Dhaulagiri peak (8167m). To enjoy the success of the trek, you can choose to take a short tour of Pokhara or try boating at Phewa Lake. Overnight stay at a hotel in Pokhara.

Day 17
Day 17 Pokhara to Kathmandu You can choose to fly or drive back to Kathmandu.

While on the way, you can bid adieu to Annapurna and Machhapuchhre range in the distance. The serene ride will take you through the hills and back to Kathmandu. You can rest in your hotel or explore the local marketplaces to shop for gifts and souvenirs. Overnight stay at a hotel in Kathmandu.

Day 18
Final Departure to your home.

One of our representatives from Sange Sherpa Adventure Guide/Staff will drive you off to Tribhuwan International Airport, from where you will board your plan for another destination or your home country.

Nepal has many other natural and cultural beauties waiting to be explored. We willbe always ready to help you travelling around this amazing country. We will be pleased to make the necessary arrangements so that you can explore other parts.

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Equipment List

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What is Included

  • Airport picks up and Drops by private car/van/bus.
  • Pokhara – Jomsom – Pokhara flight Ticket.
  • 3 nights accommodation in Kathmandu with a bed and breakfast basis.
  • 2 nights accommodation in Pokhara with bed and breakfast basis.
  • Kathmandu Sightseeing by Private guide and private transportation.
  • Your standard meals (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) during the trekking.
  • All necessary paper works and conservation entry permits.
  • Special Trekking Permit US$ 500 per person for 10 days (the above price includes 10 days valid.
  • trekking permit from Kagbeni to Kagbeni. If you would wish to stay more than 10 days in a restricted area, you are subjected to an extra charge for extra days (US$ 50 per day / per person).
  • All necessary paperwork and trekking permits (ACAP, TIMS).
  • Trekking Information Management System Fee (TIMS Fee).
  • Lodge trek with all meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) and accommodation in tea house lodge during the Trek.
  • Services of English speaking trekking guide and porter (one porter for two people and the maximum weight carry by one porter is a total of 25kg)
  • Accommodation, meals, insurance, equipment, and allowance of guide and porter.
  • All applicable government taxes and service charges.
  • Medical supplies (first aid kit will be available).
  • Fare well dinner with typical Nepali restaurant.
  • All government taxes.

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What is Excluded

  • Any accommodation and meals in Kathmandu.
  • Any sightseeing tour in Kathmandu.
  • Any international and domestic airfare.
  • Your personal travel insurance and medical.
  • Bottled drinks (mineral water, any cold drinks, and alcoholic drinks).
  • Expenses of personal nature such as tips for guide, porter, and driver, laundry, bar bill, telephone calls etc.
  • Liability for expenses against sickness, flight cancellation, road blockage, accidents, and other occurrence, beyond our control.
  • Nepal visa fee.
  • Any other optional services not mentioned above as included.
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