Altitude above sea level: 1,302 m / 4,269 ft.
Driving Time: Approximately 30 minutes (depending on traffic)
Accommodation: Hotel Tibet or similar

Upon arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, you will be warmly welcomed by our representative holding a “Nepal Sanctuary Treks” placard.

You will then be transferred to your hotel in a private vehicle. After checking in and freshening up, our representative will meet you to provide a detailed briefing on your upcoming itinerary, along with important safety guidelines and hygiene practices to ensure a smooth and enjoyable trek.

Altitude above sea level: 1,302 m / 4,269 ft.
Tour Duration: Approximately 8 hours
Accommodation: Hotel Tibet or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast

9:00 AM – Guided Cultural Tour of Kathmandu Valley
Start your day with a guided cultural tour of Kathmandu Valley, exploring the city with expert guides who will share insights into its rich history and heritage.

Kathmandu Durbar Square
Visit Kathmandu Durbar Square (Hanuman Dhoka Durbar), a royal historical complex filled with temples, palaces, and shrines dating back to the 15th century. Highlights include Kumari Ghar, the residence of the living goddess, and Kasthamandap, an architectural marvel constructed from a single tree.

Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple)
Next, head to Swayambhunath, also known as the Monkey Temple, a sacred site for both Hinduism and Buddhism. Admire the striking white dome and golden spire while soaking in the serene atmosphere of incense, prayer wheels, and panoramic city views.

Boudhanath Stupa
In the afternoon, visit the massive Boudhanath Stupa, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and spiritual center of Tibetan culture. Witness colorful prayer flags fluttering in the wind, monks performing rituals, and devotees chanting “Om Mani Padme Hum.”

Pashupatinath Temple
Conclude your tour at Pashupatinath Temple, one of Hinduism’s most sacred sites, situated along the Bagmati River. Here, observe profound spiritual rituals, including the moving sight of open-air cremations, which hold deep cultural and religious significance.

After this immersive experience, you will return to your hotel.

Altitude above sea level: 1,900 m / 6,232 ft – Dharapani
Driving duration: Approx. 8–9 hours
Accommodation: Tea House / Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

After breakfast, trek toward Dumre (400 m / 1,312 ft, 4½ hrs) through lush Middle Hills, passing Hindu villages, terraced farms, and rivers from the northern ice fields. Continue north into the Marsyangdi River Valley, reaching Besi Sahar (760 m / 2,493 ft, 2 hrs) and Syange (1,080 m / 3,543 ft) via minor roads.

The trail climbs through a canyon to Jagat (1,330 m / 4,364 ft), then passes Chamje (1,410 m / 4,626 ft) to Tal village, known for its waterfall and scenic riverbanks. Finish with a 30-minute drive to Dharapani for an overnight stay at a lodge or campsite.

Altitude above sea level: 2,600 m / 8,530 ft. – Koto
Hiking Duration: Approx. 5–6 hours (14 km / 8.7 mi)
Ascent: 862 m / 2,828 ft.
Descent: 144 m / 472 ft.
Accommodation: Camping
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

After breakfast, trek along a trail with both uphill and downhill sections, enjoying stunning mountain views. The Marsyangdi River curves to reveal Annapurna II, and the path passes Bagarchhap village, known for its Tibetan-style houses and colorful prayer flags.

Continue through oak and pine forests into the alpine zone, then descend a gorge with steep stone steps that provide breathtaking views of the Manaslu massif. Follow the river to Ratamang before arriving in Koto for your overnight stay.

Altitude above sea level: 2,960 m / 9,711 ft.-Chhongche Cave Camp
Hiking Duration: Approx. 4 hours (9 km / 5.6 mi)
Ascent: 600 m / 1,969 ft.
Descent: 260 m / 853 ft.
Accommodation: Camping
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

After breakfast, you begin trekking along a well-marked trail through dense pine forests, enjoying fresh mountain air and scenic views. The valley narrows into a dramatic gorge with a rushing river below. The path skirts pine-covered ridges, crosses the Naar Khola River via a bridge, and descends slightly. A quick 5-minute detour leads to a natural hot spring, a relaxing spot despite the slippery path. After about four hours, you arrive at a small clearing in the pine forest, where a few tea houses provide a comfortable campsite for the night.

Altitude above sea level: 3,560 m / 11,680 ft. – Meta
Hiking Duration: Approx. 5–6 hours (8 km / 5 mi)
Ascent: 820 m / 2,690 ft.
Descent: 185 m / 607 ft.
Accommodation: Camping
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

After breakfast, begin trekking with stunning views of Mt. Manaslu (8,163 m / 26,781 ft.) and Peak 29 (7,161 m / 23,503 ft). The trail winds through lush green forests along the serene Soti Khola River. Today, you enter the restricted Naar Phu Valley region. The ascent continues steadily until reaching Singenge for a short rest, after which the trail steepens toward Meta. Along the way, you are rewarded with spectacular panoramic views of Annapurna II (7,937 m / 26,040 ft.) stretching across the horizon.

Altitude above sea level: 4,110 m / 13,484 ft. – Naar
Hiking Duration: Approx. 5–6 hours (8 km / 5 mi)
Ascent: 550 m / 1,804 ft.
Descent: 70 m / 230 ft.
Accommodation: Camping
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

After an early breakfast, begin trekking to Naar village by descending a trail and crossing a river. The route includes both uphill and downhill sections before reaching a Gompa (Buddhist monastery). Take time to visit the monastery, then continue with a steep climb up to Naar.

Naar sits above the tree line, offering views of traditional houses and numerous Chortens (Buddhist stupas). The village is framed by majestic peaks such as Kanguru Himal and Pisang Peak. Trails from Naar also connect to Manang via the challenging Kang La Pass, making it a key point in the region.

Accommodation: Camping
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

After breakfast, trek toward Kang La Base Camp to acclimatize and adjust to the high-altitude environment. Along the way, you may spot blue sheep grazing peacefully on the pasturelands. From the base camp, enjoy panoramic views of Pisang Peak, Kanguru Himal, and Himlung Himal.

After taking in the stunning scenery, return to camp for lunch. Spend the afternoon leisurely exploring the charming Naar village and its surroundings.

Altitude above sea level: 4,500 m / 14,764 ft. – Lapse Khola Camp
Hiking Duration: 7–8 hours (17 km / 10.5 mi)
Ascent: 950 m / 3,117 ft.
Descent: 700 m / 2,297 ft.
Accommodation: Camping
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, begin your Annapurna trekking adventure toward Lapse Khola Camp. Follow scenic trails along the Lapse Khola River, cross a traditional Himalayan bridge, and ascend to Chaungseng Kharka, a high-altitude yak pastureland. Stop for lunch here before continuing above the tree line, where breathtaking Himalayan views and expansive panoramic landscapes await.

The trail undulates along ridges, descends past yak grazing areas, and follows the river to a grassy campsite perched above Lapse Khola. This high-altitude trek offers spectacular vistas of the Annapurna region, making it ideal for nature lovers, adventure seekers, and photographers capturing the majestic Himalayan scenery.

Altitude above sea level: 4,600 m / 15,092 ft. – Lungre
Hiking Duration: 6–7 hours approx. (11 km / 7 mi)
Ascent: 500 m / 1,640 ft.
Accommodation: Camping
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

After breakfast, trek from Lapse Khola Camp to Lungre, a challenging route deep in the upper Nar Phu Valley above the tree line. Cross exposed alpine pastures (kharkas), rocky terrain, and scree while enjoying panoramic Himalayan views. The trail undulates above the river gorge, crossing several spurs, and serves as an important final stage of acclimatization before attempting the formidable Teri La Pass.

Altitude above sea level: 4,900 m / 16,076 ft – Teri La Base Camp
Hiking Duration: Approx. 5–6 hours (10 km / 6.2 mi)
Ascent: 563 m / 1,847 ft
Accommodation: Camping
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

After a hearty breakfast, begin your climb along the left side of the valley until the trail flattens. Cross the valley through sparse alpine vegetation, enjoying spectacular views of the Lapse Khola below and Teri La ahead. Watch for eagles soaring overhead and along the valley walls.

After about two hours, pass a small camp as the Lapse Khola valley turns northward. The trail then veers west, leaving the valley behind, before reaching Teri La Base Camp, where you will set up camp for the night.

Altitude above sea level: 5,200 m / 17,060 ft. – Teri La High Camp
Hiking Duration: Approx. 3 hours (8 km / 5 mi)
Ascent: 470 m / 1,542 ft.
Accommodation: Camping
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

After breakfast, hike about 300 m (984 ft) uphill from Teri La Base Camp along a gentle side valley. The trail gradually ascends over easy terrain for approximately three hours until the valley opens up. At Teri La High Camp, enjoy stunning panoramic Himalayan views. Spend the afternoon resting and preparing for the challenging Teri La Pass crossing the following day.

Altitude above sea level: Papshu Khola Camp (4,730 m / 15,518 ft) – Teri La Pass (5,595 m / 18,356 ft)
Hiking Duration: Approx. 8–9 hours (22 km / 13.6 mi)
Ascent: 500 m / 1,640 ft.
Descent: 900 m / 2,953 ft.
Accommodation: Camping
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

After a hearty breakfast, begin the ascent to Teri La Pass, one of Nepal’s highest and most spectacular mountain passes. From the summit, enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of Annapurna, Chulu Himal, Teri La Peak, and Purtun Himal. Once you’ve taken in the stunning scenery, descend toward Papshu Khola Camp, where you will spend the night camping amid pristine Himalayan surroundings.

Altitude above sea level: 4,300 m / 14,108 ft.– Yak Pa
Hiking Duration: Approx. 6–7 hours (13 km / 8 mi)
Ascent: 305 m / 1,001 ft.
Descent: 464 m / 1,522 ft.
Accommodation: Camping
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

After breakfast, you leave Papshu Khola Camp and begin your ascent along the trail toward Yak Pa. This stretch leads you into the arid Mustang region, famously known as “The Last Hidden Buddhist Kingdom.”

The trail first descends to the river near Yakpa Kharka before climbing a rocky ridge. Next, you descend into the Samena Khola Valley, cross the river, and finally arrive at the campsite in the old Kampa Village of Yak Pa. Nestled in the Upper Kali Gandaki Valley, Yak Pa features charming Tibetan-style houses that reflect the area’s rich cultural heritage.

Altitude above sea level: 3,300 m / 10,827 ft.-Tangge
Hiking Duration: Approx. 8 hours (14 km / 8.7 mi)
Ascent: 150 m / 492 ft.
Descent: 1,000 m / 3,280 ft.
Accommodation: Camping
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

After a hearty breakfast, you begin your ascent on the trail to Tangge, a small village with just about twenty houses. Along the way, you’ll spot flocks of sheep and goats, large mastiffs guarding the area, and the largest chorten in Mustang. Although most of the day’s hike is downhill, the trek starts with a steep, exposed uphill section.

From the top, enjoy stunning panoramic views of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri mountain ranges, as well as expansive vistas of the northern high plateau. Following this, you’ll descend for a long stretch to reach the peaceful village of Tangge. Tangge (also spelled Tangya or Tange) is a fascinating village known for its traditional Tibetan architecture (stone and mud houses) and a very long mani (prayer) wall. It provides a great opportunity to gain insight into local life and culture.

Accommodation: Camping
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Today is a well-deserved rest day after several days of trekking. Tangge offers a unique chance to immerse yourself in authentic local life in this remote trans-Himalayan village. Take this opportunity to explore the village, interact with locals, and soak in the peaceful mountain atmosphere.

Altitude above sea level: 3,600 m / 11,811 ft. – Yara Village
Hiking Duration: Approx. 5–6 hours (14 km / 8.7 mi)
Ascent: 782 m / 2,566 ft.
Descent: 312 m / 1,024 ft.
Accommodation: Camping
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

After breakfast, the trail begins with a short ascent before leveling out for a couple of hours. It then descends to the Dhechyang Khola, known for its apple farm and shaligram fossils. After crossing a suspension bridge, the trail ascends briefly before flattening out with views of Ghara village, then descends to Yara.

The route passes dramatic red cliffs and barren canyons, showcasing Mustang’s wilderness. Yara, with its traditional mud-brick houses, is also a gateway for side trips to cultural sites like the ancient Luri Gompa cave monastery.

Altitude above sea level: 3,820 m / 12,533 ft. – Lo Manthang
Hiking Duration: Approx. 6–7 hours (17 km / 10.5 mi)
Ascent: 650 m / 2,133 ft.
Descent: 835 m / 2,739 ft.
Accommodation: Camping
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

After breakfast, the trek begins with an ascent out of Yara valley toward a ridge with panoramic views. You will cross several passes, including Lo La Pass (3,950 m / 12,959 ft).

The trail then descends steeply into a canyon to the village of Dhi (3,360 m / 11,023 ft), a common lunch spot at the confluence of two rivers. From Dhi, you cross the river and follow a trail along the left bank, ascending through barren terrain toward Lo Manthang. The final climb brings you to a pass with the first views of the magnificent walled city below.

Accommodation: Camping
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

After a hearty breakfast, spend the day fully exploring the ancient walled city of Lo Manthang, the cultural heart of Upper Mustang. Inside the medieval walls, you’ll find four significant monasteries: the striking red Jampa Lhakhang, built in 1387 and home to an impressive 50-foot tall clay statue of Jamba (the Future Buddha); the 15th-century Thubchen Gompa; Chhoede Gompa, the residence of the Khempo; and Choprang Gompa.

Alternatively, you can embark on a fascinating tour of Lo Manthang starting with a 2-hour visit to the Namgyal Gompa. This hilltop monastery serves as a local courthouse and holds high religious, social, and legal importance. Next, visit Tingkhar village, located northwest of Lo Manthang, home to about 40 traditional households. Don’t miss Champa Lhakang, where you can admire a large Buddha statue and exquisite Mandala paintings.

For an adventurous option, trek to the mysterious Chhosar caves, also known as the Jhong or Sky Caves. These multi-level cliffside caves remain an archaeological enigma—believed to have served as burial sites, hidden refuges, meditation chambers, and later, monasteries. Exploring these ancient caves offers a unique glimpse into Upper Mustang’s rich spiritual history.

Altitude above sea level: 3,500 m / 11,483 ft. – Ghemi
Hiking Duration: Approx. 7–8 hours (17 km / 10.5 mi)
Ascent: 900 m / 2,953 ft.
Descent: 850 m / 2,789 ft.
Accommodation: Camping
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

After breakfast, begin your trek to the village of Ghemi, a peaceful settlement with traditional homes, cozy lodges, and cultivated fields. The trail offers stunning valley views, including ochre, blue, and steel-grey cliffs, and passes tri-colored chortens and Mustang’s longest Mani wall.

The route includes a steep descent, a bridge crossing, and a final ascent into Ghemi. Explore the village, stroll past sacred Mani walls and prayer wheels, and visit the historic Ghar Gumba Monastery.

Altitude above sea level: 2,743 m / 8,999 ft.-Jomsom
Driving duration: Approx. 7 hours
Accommodation: Camping
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

After a hearty breakfast, embark on a scenic drive to Jomsom. The route takes you through charming villages like Chele and Chussang, then continues onward via Tangbe. Upon arrival in Jomsom, you’ll have time to explore the vibrant local market area, perfect for discovering traditional handicrafts and experiencing authentic Mustang culture before dinner.

Flight Duration: Jomsom to Pokhara (25 minutes), Pokhara to Kathmandu (25-30 minutes)
Accommodation: Hotel Tibet or similar
Meals: Breakfast

After an early breakfast, take a short walk to the nearby airport in Jomsom. Enjoy a final breathtaking view of the Himalayan peaks before boarding your flight to Pokhara. From there, you’ll catch a connecting flight to Kathmandu. Upon arrival, check in at your hotel and enjoy a leisurely afternoon. Use this time to rest or explore Kathmandu’s bustling markets to shop for exquisite locally made handicrafts and unique souvenirs.

Accommodation: Hotel Tibet or similar
Meals: Breakfast

This day is kept as a buffer in case of bad weather in Jomsom that might delay your flight. If the weather is clear, enjoy a relaxing day at the hotel or explore the local surroundings before your onward journey.

Meal: Breakfast

As your unforgettable journey comes to an end, it’s time to fly back home, cherishing all the incredible memories of Nepal. A representative from Nepal Sanctuary Treks will transfer you to Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA). Please make sure to check in 3 hours prior to your scheduled flight for a smooth departure.