Highlights

● Guided tour of UNESCO-listed world heritage sites of Kathmandu valley 
● A scenic mountain flight to watch over the grandeur of the Himalayas of Nepal 
● Walking through the Kali Gandaki gorge world's deepest gorge
● Amazing trans-Himalayas and the unique rock formation of the Mustang 
● Explore the myths related to its religion and culture with a tour of monasteries, Chortens, and gumbas 
● Attend the Tiji festival at Lomanthang  
 

About Tiji Festival Trek 2024 - Upper Mustang

The Tiji festival tour is a blended opportunity to experience the breathtaking scenery of lower to higher Mustang and learn about Tibetan culture in its purest form. One of the most fascinating celebrations, Tiji Festival is observed by the locals of Mustang, particularly by the Gurung and Bista populations. Every year, the locals grandly celebrate the three-day Tiji festival, which features elaborate Tibetan ceremonies. The festival is observed throughout May and June; more specifically from May 30 to June 1.

Based on the Lunar Calendar, The event most sincerely honors the legend of a son who allegedly spared the Mustang Kingdom from a terrible disaster. The term "Tiji" is an acronym for the phrase "Tempa Chirim," which translates to "Prayer for World Peace."

The people of Mustang commemorate this occasion through traditional clothing outfits and acting joyfully and contentedly. A religious ceremony takes place where Lo Manthang monks perform the mask dance. The locals, tourists, and hikers all joyfully celebrate this three-day event.

2023 will see the celebration of Tiji on May 5th, 6th, and 7th, while 2024 will have Tiji fall on the fifth, sixth, and seventh of May.

Not only would you be strolling along Mustang trails, but this huge celebration also invites you to learn about other cultures. Join the fixed departures with Himalayan Ecological Trekking and take part in this auspicious celebration as a cultural vacation.

 

 

Itinerary

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Day 1: Airport Pickup and Transfer to Hotel (26 April 2024)

Our airport representative will receive you at the Nepal Airport in Kathmandu. You will be transferred to the hotel and all the trip details will be discussed. We will tick the pre-trekking checklist for trekking gear etc. Overnight at Hotel

    We will do sightseeing around the UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITES of Kathmandu. Tomorrow we need to wake up early. Therefore, the sightseeing tour will be limited to Swyambhunath, Bouddhanath, Pashupatinath, and Kathmandu Durbar Square. These places are famous for Buddhism, Architecture, Hinduism, and Nepalese craftsmanship. In the evening you can relax and stroll around Thamel. Overnight at Hotel

                                            What's Included

                                            • Airport pick up and drop all with tour planning
                                            • 3-star category hotel with BB plan in the city
                                            • Flight as per itinerary
                                            • All transportation as per itinerary
                                            • Insurance and Equipment Nepali crew
                                            • City Tour Guide with entrance fees and private vehicle
                                            • Government Trekking Lic holder trekking guide 
                                            • Government license holder Trekking Guide and Porter (2 Trekker = I porter for Camping Necessary)
                                            • Medical Kit ( first add box)
                                            • All government and local taxes
                                            • Teahouse accommodation during the trek
                                            • During the trek all meals:- Breakfast, Lunch and dinner
                                            • All Government paperwork with spical permit fees
                                            • Company Duffel bag
                                            • Domestic dinner tradition Nepali restaurant with culture program
                                            • Nepali visa fee
                                            • International Flight
                                            • Personal expenses (like-: Battery charge, Chocolate candy, P.T, Wi-Fi more)
                                            • Rescue insurance
                                            • City meals ( Lunch Dinner) and extra night due to early arrival trekking, overstay compare to plan any reason.
                                            • Any bottle of drink and all kind of alcohol
                                            • Money wire Trasfer charge
                                            • Tips for Guide, porter and driver ( all crew during the trek with driver)
                                            Departure note

                                            This cost for two People, without two people we can't issue the upper mustang special permit form Nepal Immirigation.