Trip Details

  • Destination: Nepal
  • Trip Difficulty: Moderate
  • Trip Style: Tea House Lodge Trek
  • Transport: Private Vehicle / Bus / Aeroplane
  • Food: Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
  • Accommodation: Hotel + Tea House Lodge
  • Group Size: 2
  • Max Elevation: 4353 m

Highlights

  • Lo-Manthan; Forbidden Kingdom
  • World’s Top 10 monk leads the Tiji Festival
  • Classic and Authentic exposure to century-old ceremonies and rituals
  • Panorama View of the world’s 7th highest mountain-Dhaulagiri and Gangapurnna, Tukuche, Manaslu, Thorang
  • Kali Gandaki George, World’s Deepest George
  • Muktinath Temple- high value for Buddhists and Hindus
  • Traditional Palaces, Monasteries, and caves formed on high cliffs
  • Ghar Gumba- oldest monasteries
  • Desert landscape with spires and cliffs as well as dense green hills and woods
  • Kagbeni - Holy Kaligandaki river valley
  • Diversified culture, tales, and lifestyle of Gurung, Tibetan, Thakali, Magar, and like
  • A Unique History of Lo-Manathang
  • Tranquil, unexplored, and unspoiled trails with few/no settlements

Upper Mustang Tiji Festival Trek 2023 is a trekking package to attend a fascinating annual three-day festival consisting of Tibetan rituals that celebrate the myth of a son who had to save the Mustang kingdom from destruction. The Tiji festival of the next 2023 does not confirm the date and it will soon update

The Tiji festival, which locals call Tenchi Festival is a monk dance festival celebrated every year in Upper Mustang, Lo Manthang. According to Tempa Chhirim, Tenji: commonly pronounced Teeji or Tiji means “ Prayer for World Peace”. Upper Mustang, is a place highly influenced by Tibetan- Buddhism and the only untouched preserved safe zone for Tibetan Buddhism. According to His highness Dalai Lama “Authentic Tibetan culture survives only in exile in a few places like Mustang, which has had long historical and cultural ties with Tibet.” The main priest of the Tiji Festival is one of the Top 10 Buddhist priests of the World.

The festival is only celebrated in indigenous Lo-Manthang, Upper Mustang. Over the Mustang during the Tiji festival time, monks dressed in elaborate costumes and masks performed dances and rituals that are supposed to drive away evil spirits. The Tiji festival dances are all organized by the Choedhe Monastery and led by the monks, which belongs to the Sakya sect of Buddhism. The monastery is headed by a Rimpoche, the Top 10 Buddhist priests of the World. About 65 monks from Lo Manthang, Nhenyul, and Chhosyer reside in this monastery. They practice religious and traditional dances for months just to perform at Tiji Festival.

The Tiji Festival begins with the opening of 400 years old banner of the respective Lord who conquered the demons and brought peace. The Tiji Festival gets held in the town’s main square. On the first day, monks integrate the dances and complex ceremonies to lead the world towards peace, evoke God and purify ground for further days of the Tiji Festival. The second day is lit as different dances are performed with drums, masks, attitude, swords, and ragging of demons. The king of Lo comes to the town’s main square and settles on the throne for the ongoing Tiji Festival. The third day is all about winning over demons and destruction and welcoming peace.

Tiji Festival Date on 2023 in Upper Mustang

Since 2019 Tiji festival did not celebrate for 3 years because of Covid-19. The local people of Lo-Manthang decided to celebrate the Tiji festival in 2023 does no fixed date. The Tiji festival date will be fixed according to the Tibetan Lunar calendar, and it goes on for days and praying for world peace Puja. 

Nepal Adventure Team arranges the fixed departure for the Upper Mustang Tiji Festival Trek 2023 as per the customized requirements for the attainment of the Tiji festival. The highest altitude you face is 4353 meters with windy and chilly weather. The Tiji festival of 2023 does not fixed date. You may have a chance to grab an easy way to travel on Upper Mustang Tiji Festival Jeep Ride Tour option.

Tiji Festival Upper Mustang Trek Video

Outline Itinerary

  • Day 1Arrival in Kathmandu via respective airlines
  • Day 2Preparation day in Kathmandu
  • Day 3Drive to Pokhara (860 m) 220 km - 08 hours
  • Day 4Morning fly to Jomsom (2,715 m) and trek to Kagbeni (2858 m) - 04 hours
  • Day 5Trek to Chele / Tsele (3,050 m) - 06 hours
  • Day 6Trek to Syangbochen (3,475 m) - 05 hours
  • Day 7Trek to Dhakmar (3810 m) - 05 hours
  • Day 8Trek to Lo - Manthang (3,700 m) - 05 hours
  • Day 9First Day of Tiji Festival
  • Day 10Second Day of Tiji Festival
  • Day 11Third Day of Tiji Festival
  • Day 12Trek to Yara (3760m) - 5 hours
  • Day 13Trek to Tengbe (3320m) - 6 hours
  • Day 14Trek to Chuksang/ Tsusang (3050m)- 10 hours
  • Day 15Trek to Muktinath (3800m) - 08 hours
  • Day 16Fly to Pokhara and transfer to hotel
  • Day 17Drive back to Kathmandu - 06 hours
  • Day 18International Departure
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What's Included

  • Airport pick up and drop by private Car / Jeep / Hiace
  • Welcome and farewell dinner at a typical Nepali restaurant and cultural dance
  • Three days 3-star hotel in Kathmandu and 2 nights in Pokhara on BB plan basis
  • Kathmandu – Pokhara – Kathmandu by deluxe tourist bus
  • Pokhara – Jomsom, and back to Pokhara by domestic flight
  • 13 Days 12 Nights tea house lodge accommodation during the trek
  • All meal Breakfast, lunch, dinner, tea/coffee in a cup and fruit salad for every day
  • An experienced and expert trekking guide and porter (one for two clients) and their salary, food, accommodation, equipment, and insurance
  • Trekking map, equipment, and first Aid Medical Kitbag
  • Restricted area permit (It does cost USD 500 dollar for each)
  • ACAP (Annapurna Conservation Area Project) permit
  • TIMS (Trekkers information management system) Cards permit
  • Company T-shirt, duffel bag, and appreciation letter
  • All local monument fees and taxes
  • All Nepal Government VAT 13% included
  • Nepal visa fee and international flight
  • Extra drinks; alcoholic and non-alcoholic
  • Personal expenses such as phone bill, chocolate, bakery items, battery charge, laundry, hot shower, and extra porter
  • Extra accommodation and meals behind schedule
  • Travel and rescue insurance
  • Tips to guide and porters

PRICES & DATES

Departure notes

The following dates are the fixed departure dates and a common schedule. If you want a special and private package we can arrange one for you.

The following are the prices per person.

Useful Information

Passport & Visa

All foreign nationals, except Indian citizens, need visas to enter Nepal. Getting a visa must be the easiest one though. You just have to go to the Nepalese Embassy/consulate in your country or it can also be obtained upon your arrival at Kathmandu International Airport. To get a visa, you need to bring 2 pp size photos, visa fees, and a valid passport.
Tourist Visa Fees: 3 days transit visa - Free of Cost

15 Days – 30 USD

30 Days – 50 USD

90 Days – 125 USD

For more information, please contact the Department of Immigration.
Kalikasthan, Kathmandu
Tel: 00977-1- 4429660 | 4438862 | 4438868 | 4433934
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: http://www.nepalimmigration.gov.np/

Travel Insurance

Travel insurance is a must when you travel abroad. Therefore before you come to Nepal, please make sure you have your insurance documents with you since our insurance companies cannot insure foreign nationals. Because of the reason that they cover all the expenses if you face some unfortunate happenings and you have to be rescued or medically assisted during the trip or if your belongings are lost or stolen.

First Aid Kit/High Altitude Sickness

Nepal Adventure Team strongly suggests that you have your own personal first aid or medical kit. This trip takes you to some high altitudes though not much but the slow walks and regular stops between the walks will help you acclimatize to high altitude saving you from the high altitude sickness called AMS (Acute Mountain Sickness). Gaining altitude without proper consideration of AMS is fatal.

Equipment and Packing Lists

After booking with Nepal Adventure Team, please pack necessary items as listed:

  • Travel documents: passport, visa (If you have), travel insurance, air tickets, voucher, passport photo (x 2)
  • Bank card or credit cards, travelers' Cheque, etc
  • Comfortable boots and runners/sports shoes.
  • 6-8 pairs of socks woolen/cotton. Fleece jacket, Down / Duvet Jacket, and Rain / windproof jacket.
  • Gloves- 2 pairs.
  • T-shirts 4-6 pcs, shirts (woolen/cotton).
  • A cap for the day and a woolen hat or Balaclava for evening/morning wear.
  • Trousers.
  • Short and tracksuits.
  • Sleeping bag (4 seasons) with inner liner.
  • Large and small towels.
  • Toiletries.
  • Water bottle.
  • Sun /snow glass.
  • Ski / walking poles (optional but useful).
  • First Aid/medical kit.
  • Rucksack/backpack.
  • Duffel Bags (carried by porters or animals).
  • Torch / Flashlights with spare batteries.
  • Pen knife/ Swiss knife.
  • Scarf/mask (for dust and wind).
  • Personal hygiene stuff.
  • Any other extras you feel are necessary like binoculars, cameras, books, journals, and more.

Precautionary Note:

Trekking has been long established in Nepal, so the itineraries are modified and moderated in such a way that you can take it easy and slow. DO NOT RUSH AND ENJOY. There is plenty of time and the guide will keep track of you all the time. It might be a bit harder or a bit colder but you will get used to it.

Additional Money

Every traveler is different and they spend their own way. Some spend on food and drinks while others on souvenirs. Either way, consider your own spending habits and also tipping, emergency fund ($200), etc before you pack up and leave.

Trip Specific Safety

Your guide is always there for your safety concerns and looking after your valuables. But you have to be equally careful. Carry some sort of wallet or belt for your important documents and money. The hotels have a safety deposit box where the lock is recommended before passing the luggage.

A Couple of Rules

Possession or use of any illegal drugs is totally intolerable. It is because of the law that respects the local people and their culture. The group will be expelled in such a case.

Responsible Tourism

Nepal Adventure Team strongly believes that we all are equally responsible to act in favor of the local people and the surrounding environment. Our clients too have an important role to

  • Respect the local laws, customs, and beliefs
  • Always ask for permission before doing something in the local or consult to the leader
  • Keep the area the same as you found it as, wherever you go and dispose of rubbish
  • Support local skills to encourage positive sides of tourism.

Feedback and Reviews

This is very important for us. After your travel, we want your feedback whether it is good or bad since thats the way we can thrive further. To motivate you to finish the review or feedback online, we are going to give you an 8% discount on your next trip with us. Outstanding isn’t it!

Additional Information

For all the additional information, go to contact us or send a message and call directly to Mr. Jeevan Thapa Magar +977 9851234322 (Viber/WhatsApp)

Client Reviews

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    Rating Review by: Ivana K., Germany

    my great experience with my guide KISIM and JEEBAN of agency NEPAL ADVENTURE TEAM in Upper Mustang and Annapurna Circuit

    Go to Nepal, go as soon as possible to Nepal!Times are changing, not forever you'll be able to find so much authenticity, so warm and naturally friendly people, such unspoiled nature...Go there and find JEEBAN Thapa Magar and his agency NEPAL ADVENTURE TEAM!! And ask for KISIM!! Perhaps he'll also help you and carry your sleeping bag. And he will go with you, step after step, mostly quiet, sometimes even singing; and he'll care for everything and he will be so very sensitive to feel who you are, what you want, how you want, what and how to eat, where to stay overnight..and he'll find a way even in nowhere, and he'll be with you on your way to the heart of this landscape, to the heart of these people...And he and Jeevan were so flexible to change the route as I wanted it and Kissim walked with me even longer up and down and again up and down in hot sun, by strong dusty wind, in morning coolness.. and in Kathmandu he took me on his scooter and had a good plan to show me all the attractions... and he took me to his so dear family.. And Jeevan let me stay and eat and sleep in his home with his family and he didn't take money for it and he even wanted to give me money back as my flight didn't work and he waited for hours at the airport as my flight had a delay..and I felt like a member of these two families - wow, I'll never, never forget You and Your hospitality!!Yes, go to NEPAL, to JEEBAN and his NEPAL ADVENTURE TEAM and go with KISIM - you'll find friends!!And go the way of ANNAPURNA CIRCUIT, you'll be every day surrounded by ever higher mountains, by kind people living in their ancient houses.. having so little, too less! Go to MUSTANG!! Go to Ghiling and Tsarang, to Lo Manthang, to Yara and Tangge, to Muktinath. It is really very unique experience of nature, shining in all colors and formations, deep canyons, the infinite distances, with scattered white stupas, red golden monasteries... it's a great experience with all these kind people in their way of living, of their traditions, of their religions- and again and again their singing..!!The road through Mustang is in working progress, Jeep-driving tourists will come soon and more and more and it will change a lot!! Go now!!And say hello to Kisim, to Jeeban, to their families, to all these people, to this amazing country Nepal!!

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