Upper Mustang Tour is a popular trip to the Forbidden Kingdom within the deserted mountains. This tour is a precise alternative to Upper Mustang Trek beyond the Himalayas and beside the Tibetan Plateau. It is a serene and adventurous journey for travel enthusiasts, who are seeking to discover the trans-Himalayan region within a short period.
Once isolated from the outside world, Upper Mustang is opened to every outsider since 1992 and it is an amusing trekking region with fascinating and fast-changing landscapes, Himalayan scenery, and archeological sites. This is a golden opportunity to explore the diverse topography, Tibetan culture and tradition, and lifestyle of the Himalayan people.
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Hotel
Welcome Dinner
Our representative will greet you at Tribhuwan International Airport and transfer you to your hotel. After check-in and some rest, you will be taken to the main touristic hub in the city for a short introductory tour. You will be taken for the trip briefing meeting after the tour. Overnight at the hotel.
5 Hours
Hotel
Breakfast
The tour begins today after your breakfast in the hotel. You will be visiting two world heritage sites today. And they are: Pashupatinath Temple, the most important Hindu Pilgrimage is a temple constructed in the 17th century and has been unchanged since then. Non-Hindu visitors are unacceptable in the main temple but can observe the scenes from across the river. Boudhanath Stupa is your next stop. The stupa is one of the biggest stupas in South Asia and was built in the 5th century which reflects Tibetan Buddhism. Many small gompas and monasteries are also built in Tibetan style. The area is an authentic place to purchase Tibetan Stuff. After the tour, we will return to the hotel overnight at the hotel.
7 Hours Drive
Hotel
Breakfast
After morning breakfast, you will head towards Pokhara leaving behind the capital city. The journey via Prithivi Highway is quite scenic, full of farming terraces and charming villages connected by suspension bridges. The road follows along the banks of the great Trishuli River until Mugling. Upon arrival at Pokhara, check-in at the hotel and relax. In the evening, you can stroll around the streets of the city and enjoy yourself. Overnight at the hotel.
6 Hours
Lodge
Breakfast
Today, you will drive from Pokhara to Tatopani via Beni Bazaar after your breakfast. You will pass through the settlements of Kusma and Baglung finally to Beni. Following the banks of the Kali Gandaki, west towards Beni, from where the off-road trip starts. After a thrilling drive through the rocky trail, you will reach Tatopani. Tatopani is renowned for its natural hot spring and some local activities. You can take a bath in the hot spring and will explore the area. You will return to the lodge in the evening and overnight at the lodge.
6 Hours
Lodge
Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner
Early in the morning, leaving behind Tatopani, you will head towards Kagbeni through the banks of Kali Gandaki River and Kali Gandaki Canyon (the deepest gorge in the world). Continuing your drive will take you through the settlements of Ghasa and Tukuche in Marpha. Further, your drive will pass through a vast settlement in the Mustang Region, Jomsom. The picturesque, deserted mountains can be seen once you reach Jomsom. Another 2 hours of driving from here will take you to the settlement of Kagbeni. Upon reaching Kagbeni, you will check into the lodge and have some rest. After some rest, you will go for a strolling tour around Kagbeni and overnight at the local lodge at Kagbeni.
7 Hours
Lodge
Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner
You will have a short exploration moment of Kagbeni in the morning. After breakfast, you will continue your journey to Upper Mustang. After completion of permit checking, you will drive passing the Kali Gandaki River in Chhusang Village. You will continue this exciting drive until you get glimpses of the awe-inspiring landscapes of Samar Village and further to Syangboche La and Bhina. Continue the drive until you reach Ghelling for an overnight at the local lodge.
7 Hours
Lodge
Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner
Today, you will head towards the capital of Upper Mustang, Lo Manthang. The track to Lo Manthang from Gheling offers you an excellent view of some of the glorious Himalayan ranges such as Annapurna, Nilgiri, Tilicho, and Bhrikuti. Lo Manthang is popular among tourists because of its pristine, divine, and unspoiled heritage and culture but it was once the Forbidden Kingdom. You will spend the rest of the day exploring this isolated region of the Upper Mustang. You will pay a visit to Jampa Monastery which was built in the 15th century. And some other monasteries like Chodey Gompa, Thubchen Gompa, etc. You will get to know a lot about the Tibetan culture and lifestyle of the locals. Overnight at a local lodge at Lo Manthang.
Lodge
Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner
After breakfast in Lo Manthang, you will drive to Kora La Pass located at the elevation of 4612 meters above sea level connecting the border of Nepal and Tibet. The road track is basically tippy, rugged, and rocky. After a break and lunch in Kora La, you will descend to Chhosar where you will be exploring the sky caves which have been used for burial, meditation, and for normal living. You will spend your night at a local lodge in Chhosar.
6 Hours Drive
Lodge
Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner
Today, you will be heading downwards to Syangboche leaving behind Chhosar after breakfast. You will be passing via Ghami, Tamagaun, and Gheling. En route, you will hike shortly to Chungsi Cave. Giving continuity to your journey, you will drive until you reach Syangboche along the glittering landscapes. Overnight at the local lodge at Syanboche.
7 Hours Drive
Lodge
Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner
You will go for the refreshing morning drive to Muktinath, one of the sacred pilgrimages for Hindus and Buddhists. Located at an elevation of 3800m, the temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. Once you reach the premises, you finish your Muktinath Darshan and take some pictures. Interested can take a bath in 180 waterspouts, Pap Kunda and Dharma Kunda. There is a belief that if you take a bath there, your sins will be forgiven gaining absolute purification.
After Muktinath Darshan, you will descend via the pitched road to Kagbeni. The track turns to an off-road from Kagbeni. Passing Jomsom you will continue the drive until you reach beautiful Marpha village along with scenic surroundings. The village is renowned for its apple and the products made from them such as apple wine, apple pies, and dried apples. You will spend your overnight at the local lodge in Marpha.
9 Hours Drive
Hotel
Breakfast
Today, you will drive back to Pokhara as the Upper Mustang tour ended successfully. Despite the drive being rocky due to being graveled, rugged, and narrow with many twisting turns, you will be amazed by the breathtaking views of splendid mountains in the backdrop. You will pass through Larjung, Kalopani, Ghasa, and Beni. The drive will continue making its way through Kusma and finally into Pokhara. Once you are in Porkara, you will check-In and relax and in your leisure time, you may go boating in Fewa Lake. Overnight at the hotel.
5 Hours
Hotel
Breakfast
Today we will go to Sarangkot in the early morning from where we will get to see the awesome sunrise view and have breakfast there. After breakfast, you can go paragliding if you are interested, or you will be taken to Devis Falls and Gupteswor Cave. Now you will drive to World Peace Stupa. After some exploration around the stupa, we will return to Pokhara and visit Mountain Museum and return to the hotel overnight.
7 Hours Drive
Hotel
Breakfast
After breakfast, leaving behind Pokhara city, you will drive back to Kathmandu Valley passing through beautiful villages, paddy terraces, enchanting rivers, and magnificent hills. Upon arrival, you will be escorted to your hotel for an overnight.
5 Hours
Hotel
Breakfast
After breakfast, you will be taken on a Kathmandu city tour as the city is historical, spiritual, and cultural. You will visit Ason, Kilagal, the oldest market of New Road, Hidden Stupas, and the Glass bead market of Indrachowk. You will visit Kathmandu Durbar Square which was the administrative quarter of the Malla Kings and Shah Kings who ruled until 2008. Here you get to visit the temple of the living goddess “Kumari”. After touring you return to your hotel and stay overnight at the hotel.
Breakfast
You will be transferred to the airport for your departure by our representative 3 hours prior as per your flight schedule.
Equipment required for trekking differs on weather and destination. Trekking bags, trekking shoes, trekking poles, sleeping bags, and down jackets are the important ones. Apart from these, the following list is recommended:
1. Sun Hat or Scarf
2. Sun Glasses
3. Sunscreen
1. 2 pairs of thin & warm socks
2. Trekking Shoes
3. Comfortable Shoes
4. Sandals
1. 2 pairs of thin & warm gloves
2. T-shirts
3. Light jackets & pullovers
4. 1 Windcheater jacket
5. Down jacket
6. Undergarments
7. Hiking shorts
8. Pair of cotton/woolen pants or trousers
1. Earplug
2. Electronic Devices of your choice
3. Books of your choice
4. Toiletries (toilet paper, toothbrush, paste, hand wash, and body wash)
5. Towel
6. Notebook and pen
The Upper Mustang Tour is a journey into Nepal’s remote Mustang region, known for its ancient Tibetan culture, stunning desert-like landscapes, and medieval monasteries.
Travelers can fly from Pokhara to Jomsom and continue by jeep or take an overland jeep tour from Kathmandu via Beni, Tatopani, and Kagbeni.
Yes, Upper Mustang is a restricted area requiring a special permit: USD 500 for the first 10 days and USD 50 per day after that, along with an ACAP permit.
The best time is spring (March-May) and autumn (September-November) when the weather is clear. The monsoon season (June-August) is also good since Upper Mustang lies in a rain-shadow area.
While Upper Mustang has high elevations (Lo Manthang is at 3,840m), the risk of altitude sickness is low due to the gradual ascent. However, acclimatization is still recommended.
Key highlights include Lo Manthang (the ancient walled city), caves, monasteries, Tibetan Buddhist culture, colorful cliffs, and stunning Himalayan views.
Tea houses, lodges, and basic guesthouses are available along the route, offering standard lodging and food facilities.
Yes, the tour is suitable for families and senior travelers as most of the journey is done by jeep with minimal trekking required.
Warm clothes, trekking boots, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, a sleeping bag, personal medications, and all required travel permits.
Upper Mustang was a restricted kingdom until 1992, preserving its Tibetan-influenced culture and traditions, earning it the title of "The Last Forbidden Kingdom."
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Upper Mustang Tour is a popular trip to the Forbidden Kingdom within the deserted mountains. This tour is a precise alternative to Upper Mustang Trek beyond the Himalayas and beside the Tibetan Plateau. It is a serene and adventurous journey for travel enthusiasts, who are seeking to discover the trans-Himalayan region within a short period.
Once isolated from the outside world, Upper Mustang is opened to every outsider since 1992 and it is an amusing trekking region with fascinating and fast-changing landscapes, Himalayan scenery, and archeological sites. This is a golden opportunity to explore the diverse topography, Tibetan culture and tradition, and lifestyle of the Himalayan people.
Our representative will greet you at Tribhuwan International Airport and transfer you to your hotel. After check-in and some rest, you will be taken to the main touristic hub in the city for a short introductory tour. You will be taken for the trip briefing meeting after the tour. Overnight at the hotel.
The tour begins today after your breakfast in the hotel. You will be visiting two world heritage sites today. And they are: Pashupatinath Temple, the most important Hindu Pilgrimage is a temple constructed in the 17th century and has been unchanged since then. Non-Hindu visitors are unacceptable in the main temple but can observe the scenes from across the river. Boudhanath Stupa is your next stop. The stupa is one of the biggest stupas in South Asia and was built in the 5th century which reflects Tibetan Buddhism. Many small gompas and monasteries are also built in Tibetan style. The area is an authentic place to purchase Tibetan Stuff. After the tour, we will return to the hotel overnight at the hotel.
After morning breakfast, you will head towards Pokhara leaving behind the capital city. The journey via Prithivi Highway is quite scenic, full of farming terraces and charming villages connected by suspension bridges. The road follows along the banks of the great Trishuli River until Mugling. Upon arrival at Pokhara, check-in at the hotel and relax. In the evening, you can stroll around the streets of the city and enjoy yourself. Overnight at the hotel.
Today, you will drive from Pokhara to Tatopani via Beni Bazaar after your breakfast. You will pass through the settlements of Kusma and Baglung finally to Beni. Following the banks of the Kali Gandaki, west towards Beni, from where the off-road trip starts. After a thrilling drive through the rocky trail, you will reach Tatopani. Tatopani is renowned for its natural hot spring and some local activities. You can take a bath in the hot spring and will explore the area. You will return to the lodge in the evening and overnight at the lodge.
Early in the morning, leaving behind Tatopani, you will head towards Kagbeni through the banks of Kali Gandaki River and Kali Gandaki Canyon (the deepest gorge in the world). Continuing your drive will take you through the settlements of Ghasa and Tukuche in Marpha. Further, your drive will pass through a vast settlement in the Mustang Region, Jomsom. The picturesque, deserted mountains can be seen once you reach Jomsom. Another 2 hours of driving from here will take you to the settlement of Kagbeni. Upon reaching Kagbeni, you will check into the lodge and have some rest. After some rest, you will go for a strolling tour around Kagbeni and overnight at the local lodge at Kagbeni.
You will have a short exploration moment of Kagbeni in the morning. After breakfast, you will continue your journey to Upper Mustang. After completion of permit checking, you will drive passing the Kali Gandaki River in Chhusang Village. You will continue this exciting drive until you get glimpses of the awe-inspiring landscapes of Samar Village and further to Syangboche La and Bhina. Continue the drive until you reach Ghelling for an overnight at the local lodge.
Today, you will head towards the capital of Upper Mustang, Lo Manthang. The track to Lo Manthang from Gheling offers you an excellent view of some of the glorious Himalayan ranges such as Annapurna, Nilgiri, Tilicho, and Bhrikuti. Lo Manthang is popular among tourists because of its pristine, divine, and unspoiled heritage and culture but it was once the Forbidden Kingdom. You will spend the rest of the day exploring this isolated region of the Upper Mustang. You will pay a visit to Jampa Monastery which was built in the 15th century. And some other monasteries like Chodey Gompa, Thubchen Gompa, etc. You will get to know a lot about the Tibetan culture and lifestyle of the locals. Overnight at a local lodge at Lo Manthang.
After breakfast in Lo Manthang, you will drive to Kora La Pass located at the elevation of 4612 meters above sea level connecting the border of Nepal and Tibet. The road track is basically tippy, rugged, and rocky. After a break and lunch in Kora La, you will descend to Chhosar where you will be exploring the sky caves which have been used for burial, meditation, and for normal living. You will spend your night at a local lodge in Chhosar.
Today, you will be heading downwards to Syangboche leaving behind Chhosar after breakfast. You will be passing via Ghami, Tamagaun, and Gheling. En route, you will hike shortly to Chungsi Cave. Giving continuity to your journey, you will drive until you reach Syangboche along the glittering landscapes. Overnight at the local lodge at Syanboche.
You will go for the refreshing morning drive to Muktinath, one of the sacred pilgrimages for Hindus and Buddhists. Located at an elevation of 3800m, the temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. Once you reach the premises, you finish your Muktinath Darshan and take some pictures. Interested can take a bath in 180 waterspouts, Pap Kunda and Dharma Kunda. There is a belief that if you take a bath there, your sins will be forgiven gaining absolute purification.
After Muktinath Darshan, you will descend via the pitched road to Kagbeni. The track turns to an off-road from Kagbeni. Passing Jomsom you will continue the drive until you reach beautiful Marpha village along with scenic surroundings. The village is renowned for its apple and the products made from them such as apple wine, apple pies, and dried apples. You will spend your overnight at the local lodge in Marpha.
Today, you will drive back to Pokhara as the Upper Mustang tour ended successfully. Despite the drive being rocky due to being graveled, rugged, and narrow with many twisting turns, you will be amazed by the breathtaking views of splendid mountains in the backdrop. You will pass through Larjung, Kalopani, Ghasa, and Beni. The drive will continue making its way through Kusma and finally into Pokhara. Once you are in Porkara, you will check-In and relax and in your leisure time, you may go boating in Fewa Lake. Overnight at the hotel.
Today we will go to Sarangkot in the early morning from where we will get to see the awesome sunrise view and have breakfast there. After breakfast, you can go paragliding if you are interested, or you will be taken to Devis Falls and Gupteswor Cave. Now you will drive to World Peace Stupa. After some exploration around the stupa, we will return to Pokhara and visit Mountain Museum and return to the hotel overnight.
After breakfast, leaving behind Pokhara city, you will drive back to Kathmandu Valley passing through beautiful villages, paddy terraces, enchanting rivers, and magnificent hills. Upon arrival, you will be escorted to your hotel for an overnight.
After breakfast, you will be taken on a Kathmandu city tour as the city is historical, spiritual, and cultural. You will visit Ason, Kilagal, the oldest market of New Road, Hidden Stupas, and the Glass bead market of Indrachowk. You will visit Kathmandu Durbar Square which was the administrative quarter of the Malla Kings and Shah Kings who ruled until 2008. Here you get to visit the temple of the living goddess “Kumari”. After touring you return to your hotel and stay overnight at the hotel.
You will be transferred to the airport for your departure by our representative 3 hours prior as per your flight schedule.
Equipment required for trekking differs on weather and destination. Trekking bags, trekking shoes, trekking poles, sleeping bags, and down jackets are the important ones. Apart from these, the following list is recommended:
1. Sun Hat or Scarf
2. Sun Glasses
3. Sunscreen
1. 2 pairs of thin & warm socks
2. Trekking Shoes
3. Comfortable Shoes
4. Sandals
1. 2 pairs of thin & warm gloves
2. T-shirts
3. Light jackets & pullovers
4. 1 Windcheater jacket
5. Down jacket
6. Undergarments
7. Hiking shorts
8. Pair of cotton/woolen pants or trousers
1. Earplug
2. Electronic Devices of your choice
3. Books of your choice
4. Toiletries (toilet paper, toothbrush, paste, hand wash, and body wash)
5. Towel
6. Notebook and pen
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