Upper Mustang Jeep Tour — 12 Days

We explore Kathmandu Valley’s heritage sites, visiting temples, stupas and the city’s historic architecture. The day’s programme includes Swayambhunath, Boudhanath, Pashupatinath and Kathmandu Durbar Square, with the order adjusted according to traffic, opening arrangements and the time available.

Follow visiting customs at religious sites and ask before taking photographs. The day also allows permit preparation and a review of the road journey. Confirm sightseeing transport, guide arrangements and admission coverage in your quotation before travelling to Pokhara tomorrow.

We leave Kathmandu by road and travel towards Pokhara, following river valleys and hillsides along the highway. Roadside towns, terraced slopes and changing views accompany the journey westwards.

After arriving, check into your hotel and rest. If time allows, walk beside Phewa Lake before preparing for tomorrow’s drive towards Mustang. Keep warm layers, water and medicines accessible in your daypack, with remaining luggage packed for the jeep.

We drive north from Pokhara towards Kagbeni, following the Kali Gandaki corridor through changing mountain landscapes. The mountain road includes rough sections, with views of villages, cliffs and the valley floor along the way.

Stops around Tatopani or Marpha depend on road conditions and available time. Kagbeni’s lanes, houses and monastery introduce the lower Mustang villages before tomorrow’s restricted-area journey. Tonight is considerably higher than Pokhara, so keep activities gentle and report any altitude symptoms promptly.

After the permit checks, we continue into Upper Mustang. The road climbs across dry hills and village valleys towards Ghami, where houses, fields and a long mani wall reflect Buddhist traditions.

We continue to Dhakmar, known for the red cliffs above its homes and fields. The night here is around 1,010 metres higher than Kagbeni. Discuss the pace before continuing, report symptoms immediately and keep village exploration gentle. The group may need a slower schedule before proceeding towards Lo Manthang tomorrow.

We travel towards Lo Manthang, the former capital of the Kingdom of Lo. The route offers views across Mustang’s hills and cultivated valleys, with cultural visits arranged around the agreed roads and local access.

Planned cultural stops include Charang and Ghar Gompa; confirm the planned visiting sequence before departure. After reaching Lo Manthang, explore its lanes gently and visit monasteries according to local opening arrangements. We stay for two nights, allowing tomorrow for the Chosar excursion.

We make a return excursion from Lo Manthang to Chosar, also written Chhoser. The planned visits include Jhong Caves and the Niphu and Garphu monasteries, with local access and opening arrangements checked carefully before departure.

Cave interiors may involve stairs, ladders and low entrances. Discuss any mobility concerns before booking and follow local instructions during visits. Afterwards, return to Lo Manthang for the night, with further town exploration depending on time and how you feel.

We leave Lo Manthang and travel south through the broad upper valley towards Jomsom. The return road passes the Charang and Kagbeni areas, with changing roadside views of cliffs, river channels and village fields visible throughout the day.

This is one of the longer driving stages, so keep water, snacks and medicines within reach. Stops depend on road conditions and progress. After leaving the restricted area through Kagbeni, continue to Jomsom and settle into your accommodation for tonight.

We continue south from Jomsom towards Pokhara, descending through the Kali Gandaki corridor. Dry slopes gradually give way to greener hillsides, with homes and stops along the way.

The drive includes uneven sections, so allow for a flexible arrival. On reaching Pokhara, check into your hotel and rest after the Mustang journey. Tomorrow allows city exploration, with a second night here before the return drive to Kathmandu.

We spend the day exploring Pokhara after the Mustang road journey. The agreed programme includes the World Peace Pagoda, Devi’s Falls and Gupteshwor Cave, together with time around Phewa Lake and the lakeside streets.

A boat trip towards Tal Barahi Temple can form part of the agreed programme. Confirm activities, transport and entrance fees beforehand. Visits involve some walking and steps, so discuss the order and pace according to your interests, mobility and comfort during sightseeing.

We leave Pokhara and follow the highway back towards Kathmandu, passing valleys, towns and terraced hillsides. Road works and traffic can affect progress, so arrival time remains flexible.

After reaching Kathmandu, transfer to your hotel and prepare for departure. Keep passport, flight details and luggage ready for the airport transfer tomorrow. Any shopping or exploration depends on the time after today’s drive and your preference for resting.

Your twelve-day Upper Mustang Jeep Tour ends today. Prepare for your onward journey and check the airport pickup time. Depending on your flight schedule, there may be time for a final walk near the hotel.

Our representative transfers you to Tribhuvan International Airport for your departure.