Jomsom Valley trek – 12 Days

Day 01: Arrival day in Kathmandu (Altitude: 1,300m/4,264 ft. Meal: Dinner)

On your arrival in Kathmandu International Airport, one of our representative will pick up you and escort you to the hotel as well as help you to check-in at hotel. After your refreshment, you will be briefed about the next day trip. In the evening, we, the Hiking Nepal will offer you a welcome dinner introducing Nepalese cuisine and culture.

Day 02: Cultural Tour in Kathmandu city & trek preparation (Altitude: 1350/4428 ft. Meal: Breakfast)

After your delightful breakfast, you will be introduced with guide and takes you to UNESCO Heritages sites of the valley where you will observe living heritage of Medieval Nepal - Witness the biggest Hindu temple of Nepal, Pashupatinath and capture the sacred moments of Hindu death ritual at Aryaghat in Pashupatinath. Stroll the lively streets of Kathmandu Old Market Asan to Kathmandu Durbar Square and visit the home of The Living Goddess Kumari, Nepalese style of Architecture as well as astonishing wooden carving. A short drive from Kathmandu Durbar Square will take you to a hill top stupa called as “Swyambhu” meaning “self -emerge” and belief that the hill emerged impulsively from the great lake that once covered Kathmandu valley. Also known as Monkey temple.

Day 03: Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (Altitude: 823m/2,700ft Drive: 6/7 hrs. Meal: Breakfast)

Early morning, after breakfast, catch Tourist bus or we can also organize a private vehicle for you. Viewing countryside villages, farm, shops and river, you will reach at Pokhara. A beautiful place with tremendous views of mountains and lakes. Upon reaching at Pokhara, you will be escorted to your hotel. You can also go for Boating at Fewa Lake.  Overnight at Hotel.

Day 4: Flight from Pokhara to Jomsom,Trek to Marpha (Altitude: Marpha: 2650m/8745 ft. Jomsom: 2800m/9240 ft. Flight: 20 minutes Trek: 3/4 hrs. Meal: BLD)

After having breakfast, you will be transferred to airport in a private vehicle. A short flight to Pokhara to Jomsom will thrill you. As you land at Jomsom Airport, your trek will starts. First stoppage for the trek is Marpha (2650m) which comes after a short trek of 3-4 hours. This place is famous for its apples and juices, brandy made out of apples. Jomsom is a windy place. Overnight at a local lodge in Marpha.

Day 05: Trek to Tukuche (Altitude: 2550 m/8415 ft. Trek: 3/4 hrs. Meal: BLD)

Tukuche is another destination to stop for the night which is also a short trek from Marpha. The trial to Tukuche is a bit dusty with jeeps and motorcycles hurtling by at pretty much of high speed. Beginning the trek early morning is highly recommended. Magnificent hills and Kali Gandaki gushing throughout the trial are the major attractions of today’s trek. Overnight in a local lodge at Tukuche.

Day 06: Trek to Kagbeni (Altitude: 2810 m/9273 ft. Trek: 4-5 hrs. Meal: BLD)

Today’s trek will takes you to Kagbeni is which is 4-5 hours of walk. After walking in dust and stony bank of the river in previous days, the sight of Kagbeni will definitely please your eyes.  The lush vegetation is what you might have missed during other days trek. Resting for an hour or so after reaching there and talking a stroll to the small town is quite an experience. Overnight in a local lodge at Kagbeni.

Day 07: Trek to Muktinath (Altitude: 3800m/12540 ft. Trek: 5-6 hrs. Meal: BLD)

Once, you gear up, you will begins to walk along the longest and highest trail of the trek which brings you to the maximum elevation of the trek,  Muktinath(3800m). The old valley and town captivates you. The temple of Muktinath is a holy destination for Hindu and Buddhist devotees. You are likely to get exhausted because it is uphill climb all along. Restaurants and small pubs are also the other attractions besides the temple at Muktinath. Spend overnight at local lodge.

Day 08: Trek to Ekali Bhatti via Lupra (Altitude: 2740 m/9040 ft. Trek: 3/4 hrs. Meal: BLD)

Today, you will walk in a downhill trail towards Lupra lies in the bank of Panda River. It is a small settlement of Thakali ethnic group with unique culture, tradition and lifestyle. Here, you can also see an ancient Bon Gompa. Resting for a while, you will starts to walk in an ups and down trail that takes you to Ekle Bhatti. Spend overnight at local lodge.

Day 09: Trek to Jomsom (Altitude: 2800m/9240 ft. Trek: 3/4 hrs. Meal: BLD)

Now, it’s a time to retrace back to Jomsom through downhill. You always have to be cautious and not be excited to reach the destination. It will be your final day of your trek, hence, you can celebrate with guide and porters as well as taste some local drinks. Spend overnight at local lodge.

Day 10: Flight from Jomsom to Pokhara (Altitude: 823m/2,700ft Flight: 20 minutes Meal: Breakfast)

From the windy city Jomsom, you will take a flight back to Pokhara. Leaving the tranquil isolation as you land at Pokhara, you will be once again transferred to your hotel in the city. Rest of the evening on your own. Spend overnight at Hotel.

Day 11: Drive back to Kathmandu (Altitude: 1350/4428 ft. Meal: B/D)

You can either fly or drive to Kathmandu based on your feasibility and comfort. During flight, you can reach Kathmandu within 30 minutes after departure from Pokhara. Whilst, driving will takes around 7 hours to reach Kathmandu, however, you can grasp the countryside life. The 1st half of the trip is along the highway above Seti and Marsyandi Rivers and the latter half winds along Trisuli River. Green hills along the spiral roads, stopping in between for snacks (fish) are the trip highlights. Upon arriving at Kathmandu, you will be transferred to the hotel in the city. Take your time for refreshment. Evening, we, Hiking Nepal team, invite you for a dinner. Give us chance to make your evening a wonderful time.

Day 12: Departure from Kathmandu (Altitude: 1350/4428 ft. Meal: B)

Completing the most wonderful 12 days long vacation in Nepal, today you will be departing back to home. As per your flight schedule you will be transferred to the airport by your tour officer in a private vehicle. As your welcoming was special, Hiking Nepal will give you a special see off.