The 19-Day UNESCO Nepal Heritage Tour & Mustang Trek is a comprehensive journey that combines cultural exploration with high-altitude trekking. Beginning in Kathmandu, participants explore UNESCO World Heritage sites, including Kathmandu Durbar Square, Swayambhunath, Boudhanath Stupa, and Pashupatinath Temple. The adventure then transitions to Pokhara, a picturesque city known for its serene Fewa Lake and stunning mountain views. From Pokhara, a flight to Jomsom marks the start of the trek through the Mustang region, a high-altitude desert landscape rich with ancient monasteries, Tibetan-influenced villages, and dramatic geological formations. The trek reaches altitudes over 4,000 meters, offering panoramic Himalayan vistas and a deep cultural immersion in the former Kingdom of Lo.
The trek from Jomsom to Lo-Manthang, the heart of Mustang, involves traversing through historical villages like Kagbeni, Chele, Geling, and Charang. Trekkers witness ancient architecture, mani walls, and traditional Tibetan Buddhist culture, culminating in the walled city of Lo-Manthang. The journey includes exploring significant sites such as the Namgyal Gompa and Tingkhar, before returning via the sacred site of Muktinath and back to Jomsom. After flying back to Pokhara, the tour includes sightseeing and cultural activities in the city, followed by a return to Kathmandu for further exploration, including a visit to Bhaktapur, before concluding with a return flight home. This tour offers a unique blend of natural beauty, high-altitude adventure, and rich cultural experiences, ideal for those seeking an immersive and less-traveled Himalayan path.