Tiji Festival Trek 2025

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Tiji Festival Trek 2025

The Tiji Festival is an annual three-day event that takes place in the Upper Mustang region of Nepal. It is considered to be the largest and most significant festival in the area. This three-day festival celebrates the triumph of good over evil. The festival celebrates the triumph of Lord Buddha's incarnation, Dorjee Sonnu, over a malevolent demon named Man Tam Ru. This demon was known for its cruel nature, as it would prey on humans and bring about destructive storms and droughts. The Tiji festival typically occurs in mid-May and spans three days. It is during this festival that the monks from the "Choedhe" monastery in Lo Manthang perform ritual dances as part of the celebration. Additionally, during the festival, we have the opportunity to view an ancient Thangka painting of Guru Rimpoche Padmasambhava. The Tiji festival is the exclusive occasion when this painting is publicly exhibited.

If you are seeking a spiritual experience combined with a trek, I highly recommend embarking on a journey to Upper Mustang during the Tiji festival trek. The festival does not have a set date, but as previously mentioned, it typically takes place over three days in May. The specific dates of the festival are determined according to the Tibetan Calendar. The festival takes place within the grounds of the king's palace in Lo Manthang.

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Day to day Itinerary

  • Day 1: May 17 - Arrival in Nepal.
  • Day 2: May 18 - City tour and trekking permit arrangement.
  • Day 3: May 19 - Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara 820m/ 5 to 6 hours.
  • Day 4: May 20 - Drive from Pokhara to Jomsom 2720m and trek to Kagbeni (2810m).
  • Day 5: May 21 - Drive to Samar (2 hrs), visit Chungsi Caves, and trek to Sangboche, 3 hours (3800m).
  • Day 6: May 22 - Trek to Ghami (3520m), 5 to 6 hours.
  • Day 7: May 23 - Trek to Charang (3560m), 5 to 6 hours.
  • Day 8: May 24 - Trek to Lo-Manthang (3840m) and Observe the first day of the festival.
  • Day 9: May 25 - Visit Monasteries and observe second-day festival.
  • Day 10: May 26 - Visit monasteries and observe the final Day of the festival.
  • Day 11: May 27 - Trek to Dhakmar (3820m), 6 to 7 hours.
  • Day 12: May 28 - Trek to Ghiling (3570m), 4 to 5 hours and explore local monasteries in Ghiling.
  • Day 13: May 29 - Trek to Chhusang (3924m), 6 to 7 hours.
  • Day 14: May 30 - Trek to Chhusang to Muktinath with Gyu La Pass (4077m) 4 hours.
  • Day 15: June 1 – Trek to Jomsom via Lupra Valley 5 to 6 hours.
  • Day 16: June 2 - Drive back to Pokhara and transfer to hotel.
  • Day 17: June 3 - Fly back to Kathmandu by flight.
  • Day 18: June 4 - Final departure to your port of destination.

Package Cost

All of our holidays are completely tailor-made and prices will vary based on things like when in the year you will be travelling (High season, Low season), how far in advance you book, the number of people travelling in your group, the level of accommodation you choose etc. Please click on the next tab (INQUIRY/ BOOKING) and send us your inquiry. We will reply you with cost and other necessary details within 24 hours.


Cost Include(s)

  • All necessary ground transfers including arrival and departure.
  • Standard hotel accommodation in Kathmandu and Pokhara with breakfast as per the itinerary.
  • Guided cultural city tour in Kathmandu with entrance to the monuments.
  • Tea House accommodations while Upper Mustang Trekking period.
  • Daily breakfast, lunch and dinner during the Upper Mustang Trekking.
  • All domestic flights as listed in the itinerary with airport tax.
  • All necessary paper works, National park entry permit and TIMS Card for Upper Mustang Trek.
  • Experienced and First Aid trained trekking guide licensed by NATHM.
  • Strong, helpful porters (one porter for two people).
  • Comprehensive medical supplies (first aid kit will be available).
  • Upper Mustang Trekking map.
  • Insurance of all local staff including porters.
  • Warm clothing and trekking gear for staff including porters.
  • Complementary Upper Mustang Trekking T-shirts and trip duffle bag.
  • Upper Mustang Trekking certificate issued by us.
  • Travel and Rescue arrangements (paid by your Travel insurance company).
  • Welcome and farewell dinner in Kathmandu.

Cost Exclude(s)

  • Nepal Visa fee (You can apply online or in Kathmandu airport on your arrival).
  • Your International airfare to and from Kathmandu.
  • Meals in Kathmandu (except welcome and farewell dinner).
  • Beverages and alcholoholic drinks.
  • All personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, extra porters, shower etc).
  • Personal medical and evacuation insurance.
  • All other additional charges for additional services.
  • Tips for guides and porters (Tipping is expected ).
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Associated With:

  • Government of Nepal
  • Nepal Tourism Board (NTB)
  • Trekking Agencies Association of Nepal (TAAN)
  • Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA)
  • Kathmandu Environmental Education Project (KEEP)

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