Upper Mustang Tours & Travels

About Upper Mustang tour

This is a journey to explore the Last Forbidden Kingdom of Lo, its culture, traditions, history, and mystical land. It is a popular tour of Nepal that takes you to the isolated area of Upper Mustang. Mustang tour offers unique cultural experience and a chance to explore the hidden beauty of the Himalayas.

Upper Mustang Luxury tour is an excellent way to explore the rugged terrain and rich cultural heritage of Mustang comfortably. So, if you’re looking for an adventure that combines luxury with cultural exploration and breathtaking scenery, pack your bags and embark on this unforgettable expedition to mystical Mustang Nepal.

Upper Mustang is a historic region located in the northern part of Nepal. It is one of the few places in the world that has preserved its traditional Tibetan culture and lifestyle. Luxury Upper Mustang tour is not just sightseeing, it’s a unique cultural journey into the moonscape where you Interact with local their traditional way of life and gain a deep understanding about their unique customs and beliefs.

Upper Mustang tour is flexible journey for those seeking an off the beaten path adventure in Himalayas. Explorer may stop the vehicle as per requirements to take picture, short break etc. Medieval wall city Lo Manthang is the Crown Jewel of this journey. Book Luxury Upper Mustang Tour Nepal to embark on the best overland adventure Nepal.

• Luxury upper mustang tours offer a comfortable & tailored travel experience in Himalayas.
• Endeavour into the most pristine regions to see the best-preserved form of Tibetan Buddhism
• Discover the pre-historic culture at mysterious Buddhist monuments in Lo Manthang, Nepal
• Experience cultural heritage and natural beauty of mustang including 7th & 10th highest peaks.
• Explore Chhosar, mysterious Sky Caves, ancient monastery, traditional village in Kaligandaki valley
• Interact with local to know their traditional Tibetan culture and way of their life in pure form.
• Visit Lo Manthang city, which is known for its rich culture, unique nature, history & architecture.
• Discover ancient Monasteries, sky caves that are carved into the cliffs in unique rock formations.
• Upper mustang Luxury tours offers unique blend of culture, adventure & luxury tours in Nepal.

• Day 1 : Arrival day in Kathmandu, Nepal

  Upon arrival at Nepal Airport in Kathmandu, you will be met by our representative who will transfer you to your hotel. At hotel he/ she will give short briefing about program agreement and day to day plan. You spent rest of the day exploring vibrant streets of Thamel, shopping and enjoying delicious local cuisine.

  Elevation: 1,400 meters / 4593 feet.

• Day 2 : Kathmandu sightseeing and permit preparation

  After breakfast, Kathmandu sightseeing begins to discover world heritage sites of Kathmandu Valley Nepal by car. Our guide takes you to the vibrant streets of city, cultural and historic landmarks like Swayambhunath Stupa (Monkey Temple), Pashupatinath Temple, bouddhanath stupa, Patan and Kathmandu durbar square etc. Full day Kathmandu city tour covers most popular tourist attractions like artistic palaces, courtyards, ancient stupas, museum and temples. After sightseeing, we will be back to hotel and organize meeting about trip. You spent rest of the day for gear shopping, packaging and viait around to know the people, culture and lifestyle of local.

• Day 3 : Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara 822 meters / 2,697 feet by car / flight

  In the morning, you will take a scenic flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara Or you will drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara as per plan you deal. Along the way, we will pass through beautiful rural villages and enjoy stunning views of the Himalayas. It takes 25 minute to reach Pokhara by flight and about 6-7 ours by drive.

• Day 4 : Drive from Pokhara to Kalopani 2530 meters / 8300 feet via deepest gorge

  Early morning, Journey begin from Pokhara by private vehicle to reach Kalopani in Mustang. Pokhara to Kalopani is a route offers stunning views of the Himalayas and takes you through picturesque towns like Kusma, Beni and many other villages. The drive takes you through the Kali Gandaki River gorge, the deepest gorge of the world, waterfall, greenery and stunning landscape.

• Day 5 : Drive to Kagbeni 2800 meters / 9185 feet via Dhumba Lake & Lupra

  After breakfast, jeep tour continues towards Kagbeni, a charming village situated at the entrance of Upper Mustang. Along the way, you will enjoy breathtaking views of the Nilgiri and Dhaulagiri Mountains. Kagbeni is a traditional Tibetan-style village with narrow alleys, ancient monasteries and traditional houses made of stone, worth to see once in a lifetime. At the same time explorer visit naturally beautiful Dhumba Lake & culturalley rich Lupra village on the way to kagbeni.

• Day 6 : Drive to Muktinath temple then to Samar 3620 meters / 11877 feet

  Early in the morning drive to Muktinath temple exploring Jharkot, Ranipauwa and surrounding scenery. Muktinath is a holy site for both Hindu and Buddhist people. It is scenic journey to feel spirituality in natural environment. After Muktinath road trip follow the kali gandaki corridor to reach picturesque samar village of upper mustang. The route decorated with stunning landscape, vibrant village with unique culture and tradition. Tangbe, Chuksang and Tsaile villages are known for its unique architecture, which features white-washed houses, narrow alleyways and friendly people. En route, you will pass through rugged terrain, steep cliffs, rocky gorges and beautiful villages like Chele, Ghyakar and Samar which are famous for their historic monasteries, Tibetan influences culture and ancient buildings. A jeep tour to Upper Mustang is a perfect way to explore the region’s stunning landscapes, ancient monasteries and traditional villages.

• Day 7 : Drive to Lo Manthang 3840 meters / 12598 feet via Chungsi cave, Dhakmar & Ghar Gumba

  After breakfast, we will continue our jeep tour by driving to Lo Manthang, which is the capital of Upper Mustang. The drive will take us through some of the region’s most scenic landscapes, with stunning views of Himalayas in Kali Gandaki valley. Along the way, we will pass through the villages of Ghiling, Ghami, Dhakmar, Lo Gekar and Marang. Dhakmar village is known for its unique landscape of red cliffs and eroded hills. Ghar Gompa is a popular pilgrimage site in Upper Mustang built by Guru Padmasmbhava “Guru Rinpoche” in 8th century. The ancient walled city of Lo Manthang is the main highlight of this journey where you discover ancient monasteries, amchi school, royal palace, narrow streets, rich history, culture, unique architecture and breathtaking views of surrounding mountains. The beautiful town of Lo Manthang, known for its rich history, culture, and beautiful landscape. Visit the ancient monasteries, explore the narrow alleys of town, and interact with friendly locals.

• Day 8 : Drive to Chhoser 3908 meters / 12821 feet visit caves, monasteries & Lo Manthang

  The drive from Lo Manthang to chhoser takes you through several villages like Nenyul, Bharcha, Dhuk, Ghom, Gharphu and Chhoser etc. During the Chhoser excursion visitors get an opportunity to travel around Jhong cave, Niphu &, Garphu Monasteries, Chortens, mani walls and see the sight of surrounding hills and valleys. During this journey visitor get an opportunity to interact with locals to learn about their culture, tradition and way of life.

• Day 9 : Drive to Luri Gumba and back to Tsarang 3560 meters / 11680 feet

  After breakfast at hotel, start driving from Lo Manthang to Yara, Ghara village of Upper Mustang. This journey provides an opportunity to visit famous Luri Gumba, Tashi kabum, Ancient monasteries, organic village and Tibetan influence culture and lifestyle of local. Along the way, you’ll pass through beautiful landscapes, including deep gorges, high cliff, valleys, and high passes. Charang is another tourist attraction of the day it is famous for ancient Palace, Red Gumba, Chortens and traditional houses.

• Day 10 : Drive to Tatopani 1243 meters / 4078 feet (Enjoy Natural Hot Springs)

  Today we set out on the return journey from Tsarang to Tatopani village exploring incredible landscape, snow covered mountains and traditional villages settled in between barren desert of Mustang Nepal. It takes about 6 to 7 hours and drive through beautiful landscapes and villages like ghmi, Ghiling, Chhuksang, Tangbe, Kagbeni, Ekle Bhatti, Jomsom to reach Tatopani. This jeep trip covers vast topography from the barren high desert to the fertile land of lower Mustang Nepal. Mostly downhill driving offers some amazing views of surrounding landscape, towering cliffs, rugged terrain of Mustang valley Nepal. As we reach Tatopani, conclude our wonderful journey guide manage the room for night rest and relax. Enjoy Hot Springs, traditional dinner and warm hospitality in local restaurant.

• Day 11 : Drive to Pokhara and flight back to Kathmandu

  Early in the morning, we will take a jeep drive to Pokhara. Tatopani to Pokhara travel by jeep is a great way to explore the beautiful scenery, countryside, waterfalls, people and culture of Nepal, the memories will remain forever. Once you arrive in Pokhara, we will straight to airport to catch the Kathmandu flight. As soon as reach Kathmandu you will check into hotel, take a rest, spend evening time to explore city for souvenirs shopping. Enjoy typical Nepali dinner party with culture show to celebrate successful journey.

• Day 12 : Airport transfer to depart Nepal

  Today is the departure day, Company representative transfer you to airport for flight home or next destination. “Wishing you a safe journey! We look forward to our paths crossing again someday.”

• Airports pick up on your arrival day by private vehicle
• All transportation Kathmandu to Kathmandu by luxurious jeep / flight
• Two nights hotel accommodation in Pokhara BB basic
• 3 meals (Breakfast, Lunch & dinner) 4 cups of hot drink each day on choice
• Best accommodation at tea houses during Mustang tour period
• Professional English speaking guide trained by government of Nepal
• All necessary paperwork, permits (ACAP, TIMS) and local taxes
• Airport transfer by private vehicle to depart Kathmandu, Nepal

• Visa fees / international airfare to and from Kathmandu
• Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu
• Personal expenses phone calls, mineral water, bar bills, hot shower, battery recharge, extra porters & gears etc
• Tips for guides, drivers (Tipping are expected but not mandatory)