UPPER MUSTANG – TOUR BY JEEP

The name Mustang refers to the arid Tibet beyond the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri. Mustang is the land of barley fields, pastures for villages inhabited by people related to the Manages and the ancient kingdom of Lo where the language culture and traditions are almost purely Tibetan.

The name Mustang refers to the arid Tibet-like region at the northern end of the Kali Gandaki, lying beyond the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri. Mustang is the land of barley fields, pastures for villages inhabited by people related to the Manages and the northern region (the ancient kingdom of Lo) where the language culture and traditions are almost purely tibetan. Mustangs being a restricted area there are certain formalities required by the government of Nepal in obtaining a special permit with liaison officer.

The long forbidden region of upper Mustang is now open to limited numbers of trekkers. After an exciting flight through the Kali Gandaki, we land in Jomsom and begin trekking north towards the kingdom of Mustang. Hiking past the villages with multi-storied houses, monasteries and crumbling castles we reach (4100m/13451ft) Lo-Monthang, the walled capital of this kingdom. Mustang trek and tour can be done during the summer months when the people are most active in the fields, villages and monasteries.

BESTS

Upper Mustang is deeply influenced by tibetan culture. The area is rich in buddhist monasteries, stupas, and prayer flags.
The locals follow tibetan traditions, and the unique architecture and ancient lifestyle add to the region’s charm.
If you want to experience the full cultural immersion, you can also visit places like Tingkhar (the last village before the tibetan border).
Expect to see some of the most beautiful and remote landscapes, including desert-like terrain, rocky hills, and towering mountains, with stunning views of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges.
Wildlife: the region is home to species like the himalayan blue sheep and the snow leopard, though sightings are rare.
Visit the centuries-old monasteries, caves with murals, and ancient palaces in Lo Manthang, which reflect tibetan buddhist traditions.
Possibility of customizing the itinerary with other activities or excursions

COST

2,515 USD per person with 3 participants with local guide

Private trip possible every day. Contact us to receive a customized quote for 1 or 2 people. Contact us to receive a customized quote with european guide speaking english, french, italian.

OUTLINE ITINERARY

Day 01. Arrival in Kathmandu
Day 02. Kathmandu to Pokhara by car
Day 03. Pokhara to Marpha and Jomsome (2,720m/8,921ft)
Day 04. Jomsome (2,743m/8,999ft) to Kagbeni (2,804m/9,199ft) to Chele (3,060m/10,043ft) to Chusang (2,980m/9,777ft)
Day 05. Chusang (2,980m/9,777ft) to Shyangbochen (3,800m/12,467ft) to Ghami (3,510/11,515ft)
Day 06. Ghami (3,510/11,515ft) to Tsarang and Lo Manthang (3,810m/12,500ft)
Day 07. Lo-Mangthang: exploring around
Day 08. Lo-Manthang to Dhakmar (3,820m/12,510ft) to Chusang (2,980m/9,777ft.) to Tetang (2,940m/9,645ft)
Day 09. Tetang (2,940m/9,645ft) to Kagbeni (2,804m/9,199ft) to Muktinath (3,760m/12,336 ft) and Jomsom (2,743m/8,999ft)
Day 10. Jomsom (2,743m/8,999ft) to Pokhara (850m/2,790ft) by jeep
Day 11. Pokhara to Kathmandu by plane
Day 12. Kathmandu: sightseeing and free shopping
Day 13. Final departure

DETAIL ITINERARY

Day 01. Arrival in Kathmandu
After arriving in Kathmandu you will be picked up from airport representative and transfer to hotel. Presentation of the staff, briefing with the guides and verification of the equipment. We will serve authentic nepalese cuisine with cultural show in the evening.

Meals included: dinner. Overnight: hotel.

Day 02. Kathmandu to Pokhara by car

After the breakfast we will be heading to Pokhara by private transport which takes around 7-8 hours. On the way we would be seeing the beautiful view of the Trishuli river which is flowing side by side throughout the most of our way to Pokhara. We even get to witness the people doing rafting in Trishuli river.