Tiji Festival Trek

Trip Introduction

Lo Manthang, the hidden Kingdom of Upper Mustang, celebrates the appealing Tiji Festival for Three days annually. Tiji is a name derived from the word ‘Tempa Chirim,’ which means “World Peace Prayer.” This festival honors Lord Buddha’s incarnation Dorjee Sonnu’s victory against a demon known as Man Tam Ru, who preys on humans and causes storms and droughts. The celebration marks the start of the harvest season and is held in May. The festival began in the 17th century.

The main highlights of the trek include crossing the Trans Himalayas, exploring the ancient walled city of Lo Manthang, several monasteries, and gompas, and attending the Tiji Festival. During the festival, monks dress up in unique costumes and masks and perform rituals and dances to ward off evil spirits. The Choedhe Monastery, which belongs to the Sakya sect of Buddhism, organizes all of the festival dances.

The 16-day journey begins with a drive to the lakeside city of Pokhara. The journey will take between 6 and 7 hours. Fly to Jomsom, the Mustang district’s headquarters, the next day, and begin your journey to the Kagbeni from there. You will pass through the lovely villages of Chele, Syanbochen, Ghami, and Charang before arriving in the old city of Lo Manthang for the three-day Tiji festival. From there, we’ll travel through Dhakmar and Chhusang before descending to Jomsom.

Itinerary

Departure from : Kathmandu, Nepal

Arrival On : Kathmandu, Nepal

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What's Included

Arrival & Departure: Airport – Hotel transfer – Airport (Pick Up and Drop on private basis).
Hotel Accommodation in Kathmandu: 2nights at Star categories hotel on twin sharing on bed and breakfast basis.
Welcome Dinner and farewell dinner at Nepali culture restaurant in Kathmandu.
Food & Lodging: 3 meals a day (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) along with accessible accommodation sharing during the trek.
Permit: All necessary paper works: ACAP Permit, Upper Mustang Restricted Area permit, and TIMS Card.
All government and local taxes if necessary.
Trekking Map: Upper Mustang Trekking map.
Member transportation: – Air Transportation: Flight from Kathmandu – Pokhara, Pokhara to Jomsom and while returning.
Drinking: 2 liters of boiled water to carry on thermos per day per member.
Guide: Government licensed Guide (English speaking) during the trek
Porter: Porters (2 trekkers: 1 porter) up to 15kg during the trek.
Insurance: Insurance for all involved Nepalese staff during the trek.
Comprehensive Medical kit.

What's Not Included

Air Fare: International flight airfare (from and to Kathmandu).
Nepal Tourist Visa fee.
Extra night in Kathmandu: Extra nights’ accommodation in Kathmandu. In case of early arrival or late departure, early return from Trekking (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary.
Personal Insurance: Travel and high-altitude insurance, accident, Helicopter medical & emergency evacuation. *Mandatory
Personal Expenses: Telephone calls, Internet, Toiletries, battery recharge, hot shower, laundry, soft drinks, beer, and any alcoholic beverages.
Personal Equipment: Clothing, Packing Items or Bags, Personal Medical Kit, Personal Trekking equipment.
Rescue Evacuation: Medical and emergency rescue evacuation costs if required. (Rescue, Repatriation, Helicopter, Medication, Medical Tests and Hospitalization costs).

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