Day 2

After a wholesome buffet breakfast, check out of Dwarika’s Hotel and transfer privately to Kathmandu Airport for your short domestic flight to Pokhara. Here, board a private helicopter for an unforgettable journey over the Annapurnas, including a landing at Annapurna Base Camp, before continuing on to the dramatic Mustang Valley. Your flight concludes at Shinta Mani Mustang, your luxurious home for the next five nights. After lunch at the hotel, settle in before embarking on a gentle hike to Thini Village, an off-the-beaten-path community offering a glimpse into local culture and mountain life. Dinner this evening is a culinary journey at the hotel’s Nilgiri Restaurant.

Included: B - L - D

Day 3

Begin the day with breakfast in the restaurant or on the patio before meeting your private driver and guide for today’s walk. Set out on a scenic trek to Dhumba Lake and Kutsab Terenga Monastery, enjoying sweeping views over the Kali Gandaki Valley – one of the world’s deepest gorges. From here, continue to Marpha village by foot, vehicle, or mountain bike, tailored to your preference. A local lunch is prepared by a traditional Thakali chef, followed by free time to explore Marpha at your own pace. Return to the hotel for an afternoon at leisure, before dinner at Nilgiri Restaurant.

Included: B - L - D

Day 4

After breakfast, set out on a guided trek through the Jomsom Valley, with the exact route chosen by your guide based on the day’s conditions. Walk through a mix of rugged terrain, forests and streams, with breathtaking views of the snow-capped Himalayas and surrounding landscapes. Lunch is enjoyed along the trail before returning to the lodge for a relaxed afternoon. Dinner is served this evening at Nilgiri Restaurant.

Included: B - L - D

Day 5

After breakfast, meet your private driver and guide for a scenic drive to the peaceful village of Jharkot, known for its ancient monastery and Tibetan character. From here, enjoy a gentle hike through the valley, passing orchards and suspension bridges en route to the hilltop village of Jhong. After a packed lunch at the monastery, choose between a downhill mountain bike ride or a jeep transfer to Kagbeni, the gateway to Upper Mustang, where you’ll visit the historic Kag Chode Monastery. Return to Shinta Mani Mustang in the afternoon and dine this evening at Nilgiri Restaurant.

Optional: For those seeking a deeper spiritual experience, an optional early morning visit to Muktinath is possible today. Muktinath is a sacred pilgrimage site with 108 holy fountains. Please let your Journey Designer know if you'd like this included in your itinerary.

Included: B - L - D

Day 6

After breakfast, meet your driver for a private transfer to the start of today’s hike – a scenic trail along the Panda Khola River gorge leading to Lubra Village, an 800-year-old settlement and one of the last strongholds of the ancient Bon religion, which predates Buddhism. Explore the village’s sacred Bon monastery and cave temple, and immerse yourself in the rhythms of daily life while learning about local customs, architecture and spiritual practices. A traditional lunch is served on the rooftop of a historic home before returning to Shinta Mani Mustang for a relaxed evening and dinner at Nilgiri Restaurant.

Included: B - L - D

Day 7

After a final breakfast at Shinta Mani Mustang, check out and board a private helicopter for the scenic transfer back to Pokhara, enjoying sweeping views over the Jomsom Valley as you fly. From Pokhara, connect with a short domestic flight to Kathmandu, where your driver will be waiting to transfer you to Dwarika’s Sanctuary Dhulikhel, set in the Himalayan foothills, for your final two nights. This evening, enjoy a rooftop sunset drink – one of the most spectacular vantage points in the Dhulikhel region – before dining at one of the resort’s three restaurants.

Included: B - D

Day 8

Begin your day with a wholesome breakfast buffet before meeting your private guide for a walk from the resort through rolling hills, pine forests and local villages to Namo Buddha Monastery, one of Nepal’s most peaceful and spiritually significant sites. Return by car to Dwarika’s Sanctuary Dhulikhel for lunch and a relaxed afternoon – unwind by the pool or explore the resort’s healing facilities, such as the meditation maze or Himalayan Salt House. Dinner this evening is at your choice of the resort’s three restaurants.

Included: B - L - D

Day 9

Enjoy a final breakfast at Dwarika's this morning, before checking out and being transferred to Kathmandu Airport for your onward journey.

Optional: A private Mount Everest helicopter experience with breakfast can be arranged at additional cost. This once-in-a-lifetime flight offers breathtaking views over the Himalayas, including a flyover of Everest Base Camp, before landing at Kongde Lodge (approx. 3,900 metres) for breakfast with a view. Return to Kathmandu by helicopter to conclude your journey.

Included: B