# Kathmandu| Pokhara: 8-Days Off-road Cultural Tour in Manang

**Category:** Cultural
**Location:** Chame, Nepal
**Duration:** 192 hours
**Price:** from USD 1380 per participant

## About

This 8-day Manang Jeep tour package is an easy jeep-supported cultural tour into the high Himalaya of the Annapurna Region. It’s designed for travelers who want mountain views, monasteries, and real village life without long, difficult trekking days.
Travel by jeep from Kathmandu or Pokhara, or Chitwan, into the Manang Valley, staying in tea houses and local lodges( Attach Bathroom). The maximum overnight altitude is around 3,650 m, so it’s suitable for most healthy travelers with basic fitness. This Manang tour package focuses on culture — daily routines, farming systems, apple orchards, monasteries, rituals, and conversations with local Manangis and Gurung families.

Itinerary of 8 Days Manang Valley Cultural Jeep Tour

Day 1: Drive to Chame (2,650m)
Early departure from Kathmandu or Pokhara. A 9-hour scenic drive along the Marsyangdi River leads to the district headquarters, Chame. Overnight at Chame.

Day 2: Tour to Upper Pisang & Tibetan Culture (3,300m)
A 2.5-hour drive with stops at Bratang Apple Farm and Dhikurpokhari. Explore Upper Pisang’s "open museum" village and join evening prayers at the monastery. Overnight at Upper Pisang.

Day 3: Tour to Ghyaru & Ngawal Village (3,650m)
A stunning day passing "Mirror Lake" under the walls of Annapurna II and IV. Visit the traditional village of Ghyaru and engage in meditation at Ngawal. Overnight at Ngwal.

Day 4: Tour to Manang via Braga (3,540m)
Visit the historic Braga monastery before arriving in Manang. Enjoy views of Annapurna III and Gangapurna, and relax in local bakeries. Overnight at Manang 3550m.

Day 5: Rest & Exploration in Manang
Acclimatize while visiting Gangapurna Lake and local gompas. Observe traditional Manangi life, including livestock herding and daily Buddhist rituals. Overnight at Manang 3550m.

Day 6: Side Hikes (Milarepa Cave or Ice Lake)
Choose between the sacred Milarepa Cave (meditation site) or a challenging hike to Ice Lake (4,600m) for panoramic views of the Manang Valley and Chulu peaks.
Overnight at Manang 3550m.
Day 7: Drive to Jagat & Hot Springs from Manang
Begin the descent toward Jagat. End the day relaxing in the natural hot springs—a perfect reward for the mountain journey. Overnight at Jagat.

Day 8: Return to Pokhara, Kathmandu, or Chitwan
A 7-hour drive back to your preferred city, concluding the high-altitude adventure.

This tour offers a rich cultural experience, from traditional Manangi stone houses and daily monastery rituals to vibrant prayer flags, mani stones, chortens, and spinning prayer wheels. You’ll witness local farming of barley, buckwheat, potatoes, and apple orchards, as well as animal husbandry with yaks, sheep, and mules. Highlights include the legendary Milarepa meditation cave and visits to villages like Pisang, Ngawal, and Manang, where Tibetan-influenced Buddhist culture thrives, shaped by altitude, trade history, and seasonal farming.

## What's included

- Transportation by 4WD jeep (From Kathmandu or Pokhara, round trip)
- Licensed Cultural and Trekking guide
- Guide: Insurance, salary, meals, transportation, equipment, etc
- Accommodation in tea houses
- Monastery Visit
- Annapurna Conservation Area permit
- Government permits Tims and Tax
- Luggage storage facilities at Kathmandu or Pokhara
- Duffel bags and Trekking Poles
- 8 Breakfast, 8 Lunch, and 8 Dinner can be chosen from the Menu
- Seasonal Fruits once a day
- Basic first aid support
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off before and after the tour
- Immerse yourself in the culture of the Manang Valley on an 8-day tour
- Enjoy close-up views of Annapurnas with Annapurna II, III, IV, and Gangapurna
- Visit traditional villages, monasteries, and apple orchards and Milerepa Cave
- Stay in tea houses and local lodges for an authentic experience
- Explore the high mountain desert landscapes and life of the Annapurna Region

## What's not included

- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses
- Porter service
- Extra drinks like beer, juice, Coke, water, etc
- Snacks such as energy bars
- Personal equipments
- souvenir and gifts
- Any medical expenses except first aid

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## Booking

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