Tiji Festival is
also known as The Chasing of Demons the locals in Mustang. This three day
ritual is enthusiastically celebrated with total keenness. Mythological stories
describes the history of this festival where a legendary deity plays his major
role. The deity name Dorje Jono who
had to battle against his devil father in order to save his kingdom from being
destroyed. His father tries to inflict chaos in Mustang that could turn out
misery in the kingdom. The demon was trying to eliminate all water resources
from there. Resource that was the most vital requirement for sustaining life.
Ultimately,
Jono defeats his father and saves Mustang from being destroyed. The settlers
yelled out in joy that cause the celebration of the Tiji Festival till date. Being
reaffirmation of this myth, every aspect of the event and entire story are
reconsidered. This festival is scheduled to occur at the end of dry season and
ushers in the monsoon season. The name of the festival; Tiji, is derived from
the phrase Ten Che, which means Hopes of Buddha Prevailing in the World. The
festival is also known to renew spring season that celebrates the victory over
evil in Mustang.
Cost Info
Cost Includes:
- All surface transfers
as per itinerary
- Hotel accommodation in
Kathmandu
- Expenses of the staffs
- Breakfast in Hotel in
Kathmandu
- All necessary paper
works and permits
- Guided sightseeing tour
- All necessary staffs
with experienced English speaking guide
- Medical supplies [First
Aid medical kit will be available]
- Record of tourist [This
is for your safety]
- Seasonal fresh fruits
such as orange, apple, banana, mango, grape and other Nepali local fruits
Cost Excludes:
- Other Meals in Hotel in
Kathmandu
- Nepal entry visa fee
[Visa fees US$ 25 or equivalent foreign currency for Tourist Visa with Multiple
Entry for 15 days, US$ 40 or equivalent foreign currency for Tourist Visa with
Multiple Entry for 30 days & US$ 100 or equivalent foreign currency for
Tourist Visa with Multiple Entry for 100 days.][ Visa can be easily issued upon
the arrival of Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu which will require 2
passport size photos]
- Expenses such as
laundry, phone calls, internet and others
- Personal trekking equipments
- Entrance fees for
sightseeing
- Any extra
transportation except in itinerary [we can arrange upon request]
- Any kind of personal
expenses
- Any other expenses
which are not mentioned in the inclusive price
- Some extra assistance
like if you cannot walk properly our guide will arrange you horse to came back [if applicable this you have to
pay them directly]
- Tips to staffs. After
working everyone expect some Tips. We don’t mention fixed amount, it’s is up to
you and up to their service, but generally tourists provide 10% of the total
cost
- International airfares
to and from Kathmandu as per your destination
- Single supplement
charges [if required]
- Departure tax from
Kathmandu
- Your travel insurances
- Cold drinks and
beverages
Day
01 [May17]:Arrival in Kathmandu [1,300m/4,264ft]. Transfer to
hotel. Hotel overnight
Day 02 [May18]:Full day
Kathmandu sightseeing tour and trek preparations. Hotel overnight
Day 03 [May19]:Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara [827m/2,713ft] takes 6 hours. Hotel overnight
Day 04 [May20]:Fly from Pokhara to Jomsom [2,713m/8,900ft] and trek to Kagbeni [2895m/9,498ft]
takes 3 – 4 hours. Teahouse overnight
Day 05 [May21]:Trek from Kagbeni to Chele [3,100m/10,170ft] takes 6 hours. Camp overnight
Day 06 [May22]:Trek from Chele to Ghiling [3,700m/12,139ft] takes 6 hours. Camp overnight
Day 07 [May23]:Trek from Ghiling to Charang [3,650m/11,975ft] takes 5 – 6 hours. Camp
overnight
Day 08 [May24]:Trek from Charang to Lo – Manthang [4,300m/14,107ft] takes 5 hours. Camp
overnight
Day 09 [May25]:Witness the first day of Tiji Festival and get involved in the enthusiastic
atmosphere. Camp overnight
Day 10 [May26]:Witness the second day of Tiji festival and the gain views of the inspiring
surrounding environment. Camp overnight
Day 11 [May27]:Witness the third day of Tiji festival and the gain views of the inspiring
surrounding environment. Camp overnight
Day 12 [May28]:Trek back from Lo – Manthang to Surkhan [3,460m/11,351ft] takes 5 – 6 hours. Camp
overnight
Day 13 [May29]:Trek from Surkhan to Tange [2,640m/8,661ft] takes 6 – 7 hours. Camp overnight
Day 14 [May30]:Trek from Tange to Tetang [3,160m/10,367ft] takes 5 – 6 hours. Camp overnight
Day 15 [May31]:Trek from Tetang to Muktinath [3800m/12,467ft] takes 6 hours. Camp overnight
Day 16 [Jun1]:
Trek from Muktinath to Jomsom takes 5 hours. Hotel overnight
Day 17 [Jun2]:
Fly back from Jomsom to Pokhara. Hotel overnight
Day 18 [Jun3]:
Fly or drive back from Pokhara to Kathmandu. Hotel overnight
Day 19 [Jun4]:
Free day for contingency
Day 20 [Jun5]:
Final departure
