THE FORBIDDEN KINGDOM

You will explore well-known tourist attractions in Kathmandu Valley today, including Bhaktapur Durbar Square, one of the valley’s renowned and impressive Durbar squares. You will stop at the traditional Newari market in Thimi along the way and savour JUJU DHAU (the “King of Curds/Yogurt”) in Bhaktapur. The most well-known Hindu temple, Pashupatinath Temple, is on the list of things to do on your way back. Enjoy a lavish 24-course elaborated authentic Nepali dinner at Dwarika’s, a heritage hotel that has housed royalties.

Overnight stay at Hyatt Regency Hotel.

Today, guests will take a 25-minute domestic flight to Pokhara. Pokhara is known as Lake City, a natural wonderland. Guests will check in at Fishtail Lodge, one of the oldest and most renowned lodges near Phewa Lake, where King Charles III (King of the United Kingdom) previously stayed during his visit. Following refreshments, you will visit a few well-known tourist attractions, including Davis Falls, Tibetian Camp, Taal Barahi, and Brindabasini Temple.

Overnight stay at Fish Tail Lodge.

Today is another early morning flight to Jomsom. After arriving in Jomsom, guests will check in to Shintamani, an exclusive resort in Mustang. Take a horseback ride to Kagbeni.

Overnight stay at Shintamani Hotel.

After enjoying the natural beauty of Kagbeni, you will drive to Ghami, which takes three hours in a 4WD. Guests can linger at the Ghami Kitchen after refreshments and enjoy butter tea. You can also assist the kitchen staff in making your tea. During your stay at the Hotel Royal Mustang this evening, your guide will demonstrate how to make butter tea and other regional cuisines. In the evening, take a stroll through nearby Ghami Village.

Overnight stay at Hotel Royal Mustang

After a simple breakfast at the hotel, we scheduled a pony ride to travel about 15 Kilometers to Lomangthang. If visitors find riding a pony uncomfortable, they might choose to reach Lomangthang by 4WD instead. Your lodging would be at the Lotus Holiday Inn Hotel Lomangthang. The Ancient Palaces of the Bista Kings at Lomangthang, the forbidden Kingdom, is worth a visit, and the Old Museums will welcome you to the world of mysticism. Several questions will arise as you walk around Lomangthang. Our Guide will explain everything.

Overnight stay at Lotus Holiday Inn.

Your day will be well spent as you explore Lomangthang and visit the Ancient Caves, Monasteries, and everyday life of the locals. You will be surprised to see the Old Caves in the rough mountains, visit there, and take pictures, but you will also be surprised to see the Monasteries and very few monks staying there in isolation. You will simply love to spare some time to talk with these young monks and learn about their isolated lifestyles and simple happiness and contentment in these remote places. You are now only a few miles from the Tibetan Border.

Overnight stay at Lotus Holiday Inn.

Drive back to Jomsom after a leisurely breakfast at the hotel. The entire drive takes almost seven hours. On the way back to Jomsom, there are brief rest stops for lunches and refreshments. Arrive at Jomsom and check in at Shintamani Hotel.

Overnight stay at Shintamani Hotel.

Today you will fly back to Kathmandu. Early morning flights to Kathmandu via Pokhara are available in two segments, one from Jomsom to Pokhara and the other from Pokhara to Kathmandu. Pickup from Kathmandu Domestic Airport to Hyatt Regency Hotel is arranged upon arrival.
Overnight stay at Hyatt Regency Hotel.

Drive to the airport.

SUBHA YATRA