Trip Introduction
The Tiji Festival in Lo Manthang is one of the most important and colorful in Mustang. Held annually to chase away demons, it is a time of prayer and dance as monks don colorful costumes and masks and perform ritual dances watched by spectators (dressed in their best clothes and jewelry) who have gathered from throughout the region.
Mustang trek lying in the rain shadow of the Himalayas is perhaps the last enclave of pristine Tibetan culture. Forbidden & isolated from the rest of the World it was able to evolve its own distinctive culture and traditional which is so rich & unique. Lo-Mustang, the capital is walled city ruled by religious king. Untouched by modern civilization, life in Mustang goes on as it has for centuries in unhurried pace. A trek into the kingdom of Mustang is an unforgettable experience. Upper Mustang is restricted area of Nepal. Who wish to visit Mustang, Have to pay special permit fee and apply for permit any Gov. Resister trekking agency in Nepal.
The Tiji festival is a three-day ritual known as "The chasing of the Demons" and it is centered on the Tiji myth. Tiji tells the story of a deity named Dorje Jono who must battle against his demon father to save the Kingdom of Mustang from destruction. The demon father wreaks havoc on Mustang by creating a water shortage which, in this extremely arid land, is the most precious life-sustaining resource. Dorje Jono eventually defeats the demon and banishes him from the land.
Tiji is a celebration and reaffirmation of this myth. Throughout the festival the events and story of the myth are re-enacted. The festival is timed to coincide with the end of the dry season (late winter/spring) and ushers in the wetter monsoon season. Tiji comes from the words "ten che" meaning "the hope of Buddha Dharma prevailing in all worlds" and is a spring renewal festival that also celebrates the triumph of good over evil. In 1964. At this time, the Mustang region was still completely closed off to foreigners and he had to obtain special permission from the government of Nepal in order to enter the Region.
Outline Itinerary
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- Day 01: 20th May 2012 Arrival day in Kathmandu
- Day 02: 21st May 2012 A Guided sightseeing in Kathmandu Valley
- Day 03: 22nd May 2012 Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara valley
- Day 04: 23rd May 2012 Fly from Pokhara to Jomsom to Kagbeni
- Day 05: 24th May 2012 Kagbeni to chele
- Day 06: 25th May 2012 Chele to Syanbochen
- Day 07: 26th May 2012 Syanbochen to Ghaymi
- Day 08: 27th May 2012 Ghaymi to Charang
- Day 09: 28th May 2012 Charang to Lo-Mangthang
- Day 10: 29th May 2012 Explore day for Tiji Festival
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- Day 11: 30th May 2012 Explore day for Tiji Festival
- Day 12: 31st May 2012 Explore day for Tiji Festival
- Day 13: 1st June 2012 Lo-Mangthang to Ghar Gumpa
- Day 14: 2nd June 2012 Ghar Gumpa to Ghiling
- Day 15: 3rd June 2012 Ghiling to Chele
- Day 16: 4th June 2012 Chele to Jomsom
- Day 17: 5th June 2012 Fly from Jomsom to Pokhara
- Day 18: 6th June 2012 Fly back to Kathmandu
- Day 19: 7th June 2012 Leisure at Kathmandu
- Day 20: 8th June 2012 Departure from Kathmandu
Service Includes
- 4 night’s deluxe twin sharing accommodation in 4 star hotel at Kathmandu
- 2 night’s standard twin sharing accommodation in 3 star hotel at Pokhara
- All local transportation by suitable vehicle(car, van, bus) in city
- Complementary welcome and farewell dinner in Kathmandu
- A day Kathmandu sightseeing as per itinerary with tour guide, vehicle & entry fees
- Kathmandu to pokhara to Kathmandu both way by deluxe tourist bus as Greenline or similar
- Pokhara to Jomsom & return to Pokhara by flight
- Meals on full board (breakfast, lunch, dinner, tea & coffee) basis during the trek as per itinerary
- Twin sharing accommodation on tea house lodge during the trek
- Trek leader (English speaking, First Aid and eco trained), Sherpa porters/animal carry and one assistant guide (for each two member) all payments with insurance
- Annapurna conservation entry fee with TIMS Permit
- Sleeping bag & down jacket
- Safe drinking water
- Exclusive medical kit bag
- Himalayan Planet trek bag & T-shirt
- All government and local taxes
- Intl. flight ticket re-confirmation
- Submit your tourist registration form to the require embassy/consulate
Service Excludes
- Visa fees, intl. airfare & departure taxes
- Excess baggage charges
- Lunch and dinner in city
- Travel and rescue insurance
- Personal expenses e.g. phone calls, laundry, bar bills & extra porters
- Tips for driver, guides and porters
- Any extending trips
- Services doesn't include in service inclusive column
Detail Itinerary
Day 01: 20th May 2012 Arrival day in Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264 ft)
Namaste & welcome to Himalayan Planet of Nepal. While you landed at the Tribhuvan intl. airport Himalayan Planet Adventures representative welcomes you with your name and assists to transfer in your hotel in Kathmandu. After time to get refreshed, bring you at head office and briefing about the program and evening we’ll pick up you for welcome dinner in one of the typical Nepalese restaurant with cultural program in the heart of Kathmandu and overnight at Hotel.
(Welcome dinner & deluxe hotel accommodation included)
