Jomsom Muktinath Trek

After arriving in Kathmandu, you will be received by our staff at the airport and checked in to a hotel. You can freshen up and go for a stroll around Thamel or just rest in your hotel room. At evening, you will be served a delicious welcome dinner. Overnight at the hotel in Kathmandu.

Today you will leave for sightseeing in Kathmandu after breakfast. You will be visiting some of the UNESCO world heritage sites in the city, namely, Swayambhunath, Boudhanath, and Pashupatinath. You will also enjoy a visit to Kathmandu Durbar Square, which is located at the heart of Kathmandu city and is surrounded by ancient Newari architectures, temples, and shrines. After sightseeing, you will make some last minute preparation for the trek. Overnight at the hotel in Kathmandu.

After breakfast, you will catch a flight to Pokhara from Kathmandu. The trek starts from Nayapul which is a few hours’ drives away from Lakeside, Pokhara. The first trekking route will take you to Ulleri alongside Seti-Gandaki River. On the way, you will come across numerous steel bridges, beautiful farmlands, rice paddies, hills and many small villages like Mathathanti, Lamdali, Sudame, Hile, and Tikhedhunga. Overnight in Ulleri.

The day’s adventure starts with a short climb after breakfast to reach Ghorepani. You will trek through thick green forests, enchanting waterfalls, and ethnic villages of Banthanti and Nangethanti with a panoramic view of snowcapped mountains like Annapurna (8091m), Machhapuchhre (6997m), and Dhaulagiri (8167m). You can also hike up to Poon Hill, which takes around 45 minutes to reach the top. The view of sunrise and sunset over the mountain ranges seen from Poon Hill is magnificent. Overnight in Ghorepani.

Today’s trial ascends from Ghorepani to Tatopani where you will enjoy a refreshing bath at the natural hot water spring in Tatopani. This water is said to have medicinal and healing powers. Along the way, you will pass through charming Gurung villages and dense rhododendron forests. Overnight in Tatopani.

The day’s trek is to a lovely village Ghasa, situated along the bank of Kali-Gandaki River. The trail requires you to pass through one of the most dangerous bridges in the world, the hanging bridge of Ghasa. En route, you will pass through numerous waterfalls as you trek through the hills with a magnificent view of Mount Nilgiri (7061m). Overnight in Ghasa.

From Ghasa you will hike up to Marpha, a small Thakali village in Mustang housing rusty houses carved with stones. Marpha is mainly known for its apple and byproducts production, including Marpha brandy. You will feel the intense wind blowing down the mountaintops as you reach Marpha village. Overnight in Marpha.

From Marpha, you will head to a small village in Mustang known as Kagbeni. It is one of the most beautiful villages in Nepal with its old stone houses adorned with prayer flags. On the way, you will pass through rocky cliffs and barren mountainous deserts with magnificent views of Mount Nilgiri (7061m) and other mountain ranges. One of Kagbeni’s most recognizable landmarks is its red monastery built at the confluence of two rivers. Overnight in Kagbeni.

After 6 hours walk from Kagbeni in high altitude desert, you will reach your final destination, Muktinath, a sacred place for Buddhists and Hindus that lies in the foothills of Nilgiri Himalayan Range. Inside Muktinath temple is a golden statue of Vishnu, the protector of all humankind. Muktinath offers a stunning view of mountains like Mount Nilgiri (7061m), Mount Dhaulagiri (8167m), Lamjung Himal (6586m), and so on. Overnight in Muktinath.

Today you will descend back to Jomsom via Kagbeni, marking the end of the trek. Along the way, you will pass through rocky cliffs and mountainous deserts with the panoramic view of Annapurna range, Dhaulagiri range, and many other snow-clad mountains. In Jomsom, you will enjoy delicious Thakali dinner and explore the culture and lifestyle of Thakali people. Overnight in Jomsom.

After an early morning breakfast in Jomsom, you will fly back to Pokhara whilst enjoying the beautiful landscapes seen from the plane. In Pokhara, you can indulge in other recreational activities like cycling, boating, paragliding, bungee jumping, hang gliding, and so forth. Overnight at the hotel in Pokhara.

Today you will drive back to Kathmandu from Pokhara enjoying the scenic view alongside Marsayangdi and Trishuli Rivers. Upon arrival in Kathmandu, you will be transferred to your hotel. You can spend the evening as you please. Overnight at the hotel in Kathmandu.

After breakfast at the hotel, one of our staffs will drive you to the international airport to connect you with your flight back home.