The Timeless Way of Wellness in Annapurna

Your journey begins the moment you touch down in Kathmandu. A warm Himalayan welcome awaits as our dedicated airport team greets you with white silk khatas and floral garlands. You’ll be transferred in a luxury vehicle to your hotel in the city’s cultural heart. 

Take the afternoon to unwind or enjoy a soft city walk with your guide. End the day with a relaxed dinner, curated with flavors from across Nepal. Let the quiet energy of the Kathmandu Valley gently introduce you to the rhythm of your wellness journey.

After breakfast, step into two of the Kathmandu Valley’s most soulful cities — Patan and Bhaktapur. 

Patan enchants with its fine Newari architecture, golden temples, and artisans' courtyards. Wander through narrow alleyways and into palace squares, where history lives in every brick. 

Continue to Bhaktapur, a beautifully preserved medieval town. After a guided tour through its plazas and temples, settle in for a hands-on pottery class. Learn from a local potter how to mold clay using centuries-old techniques. The experience is earthy, peaceful, and truly grounding — a wellness moment in itself.

Enjoy a morning flight to Pokhara, where nature cradles you with calm. After checking into your hotel, explore the highlights of this beautiful city. 

Hike or drive to the World Peace Pagoda, a gleaming stupa with sweeping views of the Annapurna range and Lake Fewa. Visit the Seti River Gorge, where water has carved deep through stone. In the evening, unwind with a private boating experience on Fewa Lake, watching the reflections of the mountains and the flutter of prayer flags from Tal Barahi Temple.

Fly north aboard a Twin Otter plane or opt for our signature helicopter journey into Mustang. If weather delays flights, a 4WD drive will take you on a scenic 5-hour adventure from Pokhara to Jomsom. 

Upon arrival, our local guide will welcome you and escort you to Shinta Mani Mustang – A Bensley Collection, nestled at 2,800 meters. Check into your luxurious suite overlooking the Nilgiri Himal. The Kali Gandaki River cuts deep below, forming the world’s deepest gorge. 

Spend your afternoon at ease. Choose a spa session or wellness consultation with the resident Amchi, a master of Tibetan healing. Later, join a gentle hike to Thini Village, an off-the-map gem that offers insight into Mustang’s authentic culture and landscape. Return in time for a fireside dinner at the lodge.

Today begins with a peaceful hike to Dhumba Lake, sacred to both Buddhist and Hindu communities. Visit Khutsab Terenga Monastery, perched above the lake with panoramic views. 

Afterward, make your way — on foot, by vehicle, or bike — to the charming Marpha Village, known for apple orchards, stone alleyways, and its whitewashed tranquility. 

For lunch, be welcomed into the home kitchen of Mrs. Kamala, a revered local chef. Enjoy a traditional Thakali meal and stories from the region. 

Optionally, for the adventurer in you, choose a 3-hour trek to Chheyma Lake, nestled at the base of Nilgiri Himal. Pause for a mountain-style picnic with chilled rosé and fresh energy bites amidst untouched wilderness before heading to Marpha. 

Return to the lodge enriched, whether you chose spiritual waters, mountain heights, or cultural treasures.

Begin your day with a drive to Jharkot, an ancient Tibetan settlement. Explore its revered gompa and stone homes, surrounded by barley fields and Himalayan silence. 

From here, walk to Jhong Village through orchards and across old bridges. Visit a traditional home and enjoy a monastery-side lunch prepared by our culinary team. 

After lunch, choose between a mountain bike descent or a relaxed jeep drive to Kagbeni, the spiritual and geographic gateway to Upper Mustang. Visit the Kag Chode Thupten Samphel Ling Monastery and take in the vivid energy of this sacred land. 

For those interested in Hindu and Buddhist pilgrimages, begin early and visit Muktinath Temple, home to the 108 sacred springs. Bring your swimsuit if you want to participate in the traditional cleansing ritual — a rare spiritual experience in the Himalayas.

Today’s journey takes you into the spiritual roots of Bon Buddhism, older than Tibetan Buddhism itself. 

Trek through a dramatic river gorge along the Panda Khola to reach Lubra Village, an 800-year-old settlement. Here, life continues as it has for centuries. Explore the ancient Bon monastery, visit the cave shrine, and learn from locals about the unique practices that have survived time. 

Lunch is served on a rooftop terrace of a local home, surrounded by cliffs and sky. This day offers not only a trek through landscapes but a path into the spiritual past of Mustang.

After a week of cultural and mountain exploration, today is yours to slow down. 

Enjoy a personalized spa experience at Shinta Mani Mustang, from steam therapy and deep-tissue massages to custom Himalayan rituals. Meet once more with our in-house Amchi, Dr. Tsewang Gyurme Gurung, who will tailor natural treatments using traditional herbs, oils, and compresses. 

Whether you choose solitude in the spa, guided meditation, or yoga with a mountain view, this day is your retreat — to reflect, recharge, and restore.

After a refreshing breakfast at Shinta Mani Mustang, say goodbye to the quiet beauty of the mountains and prepare for your journey back. A scenic morning flight takes you from Jomsom to Pokhara, offering one last glimpse of Mustang’s stunning landscapes from the sky. Upon landing in Pokhara, you’ll transfer to your connecting flight to Kathmandu. 

Once in the capital, your private vehicle will be waiting to escort you back to your hotel. The rest of the afternoon is yours—unwind, explore, or simply relax with a cup of locally brewed coffee. 

As evening falls, we invite you to a farewell dinner at a handpicked hilltop restaurant overlooking the valley. Enjoy fine cuisine, toast to your Himalayan journey, and share your stories with fellow travelers. It’s a moment of connection and celebration, surrounded by the glow of Kathmandu by night—a perfect finale to your unforgettable experience.

We’ll arrange your transfer to the airport with plenty of time for your international flight. Carry home the peace of Mustang, the taste of Thakali cuisine, the rhythm of prayer wheels, and your own story of renewal.