Jomsom Muktinath Trek

Our company representative will arrange the documents and permits required for the trek. In the meantime, you can head out with our tour guide and explore the capital city. The sites you will visit are all listed in UNESCO World Heritage Sites and there are Pashupatinath, Swayambhunath, Kathmandu Durbar Square, and Boudhanath. These sites are some of the most illustrious destinations in the valley and have held the religious beliefs of the entire nation for ages.

Today, you jump on a tourist bus and drive alongside the Trishuli River to arrive at the beautiful city of Pokhara. The drive will be smooth and will take around 6 hours. The scenic drive takes you through numerous small settlements providing a magnificent view of the green hills and high mountains of Nepal. Pokhara is a beautiful city with many lakes and sites to visit.

In the morning, you will drive to Nayapul which is the starting point of many treks in the Annapurna region. From Nayapul, our trek begins and the trail follows the left side of Burundi Khola to Hille and then to Tikhedhunga. After Tikhedhunga, you cross a hanging bridge and walk uphill all the way to Ulleri. It is a small Magar village from where you can enjoy Annapurna South (7219m) and Hiunchuli (6441m).

From Ulleri, you ascend through the stone steps to Upper Ulleri and then trek through Asia’s biggest rhododendron forest to Ghorepani. The trail is quite steep today and continuously rises all the way to Ghorepani. It is another picturesque Gurung village with distinctive blue roofs and houses. The village is a rest stop for many trekkers and climbers and has plenty of local shops that sell local handicrafts. Overnight in Ghorepani.

Today, you wake up very early and hike up to Poonhill. Poonhill gives you a great sunrise view over Annapurna Range. After enjoying the breathtaking sunrise above the mountain of Annapurna I (8091m), Dhaulagiri (8167m), Hiunchuli (6441m), and Machhapuchhre (6997m), you return to Ghorepani for breakfast. After breakfast, the trek moves through a downhill trail towards Tatopani. In Tatopani, you can relax in the natural hot springs.

After Tatopani, the trail enters a dusty broad motor roadway. You will pass through Jathale, Guithe, Dana, and many other small settlements along the way. You trek along the Kali Gandaki River and pass through the deepest gorge in the world, Kali Gandaki Gorge. Gradually ascend past the stunning waterfall of Rupche Chahara to trek along the Marshyangdi River. The trail continues to follow the dusty path and leads you through deep gorges before arriving at Ghasa.

You climb through the steep trail, forested path, and cross the Lete Khola to reach Lete. The trek continues along the eastern side of the Kali Gandaki River and passes through Larjung village. Soon, you arrive at the Marpha crossing Chimang and Chhairo village. Marpha is famous for its apples which are used to make brandy and cider. Overnight in Marpha.

Leaving Marpha behind, you trek towards Kagbeni which has very interesting geography. The trail follows the eastern bank of Kali Gandaki towards Ekle Bhatti and makes its way through a valley. The trail close to Kagbeni is a steep climb and runs along the Marshyangdi River. You can get the view of Annapurna (8091m), Tilicho (7131m), and Nilgiri Range from Kagbeni. Overnight in Kagbeni.

Today, you ascend steeply to the upper valley enjoying the view of Tukuche, Dhaulagiri, and Kali Gandaki valley. You pass through Jharkot which is the oldest village of the region and is heavily influenced by Tibetan culture. From Jharkot, you climb all the way to the holy place of Muktinath which is catered towards both Buddhist and Hindu devotees and pilgrims. It has numerous religious monuments and shrines like Sarwa Gompa, Marme Lhakhang, Muktinath Temple, and the temple of Vishnu and Jwala Mai.

In the morning, you visit the sacred Muktinath temple and explore its surroundings. After spending some time at the site, you resume trekking and retrace your steps making your way towards Jomsom. Jomsom is the district headquarters of Mustang. The trail is mostly dusty and you will experience strong winds especially in the afternoons. Here, you can visit the Shiva and Ganesh temple and Mustang Museum. Overnight in Jomsom.

You have been trekking through rough terrain for many days now. So, today you will take an early morning flight From Jomsom to Pokhara. It will be a short 40 minutes flight thus giving you plenty of time to explore and hangout in Pokhara. After checking into the hotel in Pokhara, you can go sightseeing and visit Mahendra Caves, Davis Fall, World Peace Pagoda, and go boating in Phewa Lake

You say goodbye to Pokhara today and catch the tourist bus back to Kathmandu. You will be spending most of the time on the road today. The scenery along the drive includes views of villages, rivers, and faraway mountains. Later in the afternoon, you join the group for a farewell dinner hosted by the company. Overnight in Kathmandu.

After a fulfilling breakfast at the hotel, our company representative will drop you off for your flight home. We thank you and bid you farewell!