Upper Mustang Luxury Jeep Tour - 11 Days

Flying into Kathmandu on a crystal clear day is itself a truly breathtaking experience. The views of snow-capped mountain peaks sprawling down below you are almost ecstatic, & begin a whole sequence of memorable experiences that stay with you for a real long time. Upon arrival, a representative and driver from our office will meet you at the airport and escort you to your hotel. Our team will assist you with check-in process and provide an orientation about your daily activities. This will be your first overnight stay in the city of temples.

Kathmandu, is the historical heart of Nepal, has been a popular destination for tourists ever since the country opened its borders to outside world. The city presents a wonderful combination of Hinduism, Tibetan Buddhism and Western influence in the Valley. Patan and Bhaktapur, its two prime neighboring cities bear immense historical, cultural and religious significances.

We will arrange a professional tour guide for you and a private tourist vehicle with a driver to explore between monuments. The tour guide will take you to UNESCO World Heritage Sites such Kathmandu Durbar Square, Pashupatinath, Swayambhunath and Boudhanath Stupa, the historical and cultural sites you’ll visit today. Offering panoramic views of the valley.

After completion of your half day tour, you will be having meeting with your trek guide at our office/hotel. He will brief you about the Trek and all the essentials. The Thamel has many trekking gear shops, where you can buy missing gear in the evening you will fly towards Pokhara. 

After breakfast, your journey begins toward the hidden kingdom of Upper Mustang. We start a scenic drive along the Kali Gandaki Valley toward village of Kagbeni. The path passes through beautiful landscapes, waterfalls, and traditional villages such as Jomsom. After few hours of driving, we reach our destination of the day, Kagbeni. Kagbeni is a charming medieval village located at the gateway to Upper Mustang. We will spend night at Kagbeni.

After having a breakfast, we begin our scenic jeep journey from Kagbeni toward the sacred pilgrimage destination of Muktinath Temple. The drive takes us through the kali Gandaki Valley, rugged landscapes, traditional villages, and colorful cliffs throughout Mustang. After reaching Muktinath, you will have time to explore the temple. Muktinath Temple is one of the holiest pilgrimage sites for both Buddhists, and Hindus, located at 3,700 m.

After exploring the Muktinath Temple, we continue our journey towards Samar. The road continues climbing through these stunning high-altitude desert terrains with views of vast valleys and barren hills. By mid-afternoon we will reach the small village of Samar, is a traditional and rustic village situated at 3,650 meters. It is known as a key stop in Upper Mustang trek toward Lo Manthang. It offers the stunning views of the surrounding Mustang landscape. Overnight stay in Samar.

Today, we continue our journey deeper into the remote landscapes of Upper Mustang. We leave Samar village behind, the route from there takes us through rugged trails, dramatic high-altitude desert terrain, colorful cliffs, wide valleys, and small traditional Mustang settlements along the way.

After following this route for a few hours, we finally reach at our destination Ghami, one of the largest and most traditional villages in the Mustang Region. Ghami is well known for its long mani wall decorated with carved prayer stones and Tibetan inscriptions, reflecting the strong Tibetan Buddhist culture of the area.

After reaching Ghami and taking some rest, we take a short walk to explore the famous caves near Chusang Caves. Chusang Caves are ancient caves carved into the cliffs in the Upper Mustang Region. These caves are believed to be over 2,000–3,000 years old and were originally used as burial chambers during the early Bon and pre-Buddhist periods. These are often multi-level labyrinths, with some, like the nearby Jhong Cave, featuring five stories and over 40 interconnected rooms. After exploring the cave, we return back towards Ghami.

We continue our journey towards Lo Manthang ancient capital of Upper Mustang from Ghami. The jeep drive passes through spectacular high-altitude desert landscapes, passing small villages, ancient chortens, and long mani walls that reflect the Tibetan Buddhist culture. Along the way, we will cross many scenic passes that provides the stunning views of the surrounding valleys and the dramatic Mustang terrain. The routes also pass through the Nyi La Pass (4,010 m), Tsarang (Charang) settlement, and the ancient, red walled Ghar Gompa before reaching the walled city of Lo Manthang.

The route also passes through traditional settlements such as Tsarang (Charang), known for its.

By afternoon, we reach the walled city of Lo Manthang, the former capital of the ancient Kingdom of Mustang. Surrounded by high mud-brick walls, the city is famous for its royal palace, centuries-old monasteries, and preserved Tibetan culture. Stay overnight at Lo Manthang.

Today, we will explore the ancient walled city of Lo Manthang, the former capital of the kingdom of Mustang. In the morning, you will visit important monasteries such as Jampa Monastery and Thubchen Monastery, known for their beautiful murals, Buddhist statues, and traditional Tibetan architecture. You will also see the historic Royal Palace and walk through the narrow alleys of this culturally rich city.

Later, we drive to Choser, a nearby village famous for its ancient sky caves carved into the cliffs. These caves were used centuries ago by monks for meditation and shelter. After exploring the area and enjoying the dramatic Mustang landscapes, we return to Lo Manthang. Stay overnight at Lo Manthang.

We begin our return journey from Lo Manthang towards Marpha. The drive takes us through the spectacular landscapes of Upper Mustang, passing traditional villages, colorful cliffs, and beautiful valleys in the Kali Gandaki region. On our way back we also pass settlements such as Tsarang (Charang) and Jomsom, with amazing views of the surrounding mountains and unique desert terrain.

After few hours, we reach at the picturesque village of Marpha, is famous for its stunning whitewashed homes, narrow, stone-paved alleyways, and apple orchards. The village is also well known for its local apple products such as apple brandy, cider, and dried apples. We will stay here for night before heading toward Pokhara.

we start our journey back toward Pokhara. The drive takes us through the stunning Kali Gandaki Valley, passing traditional Mustang villages, terraced fields, and dramatic cliffs along the way.

On the way there we will be stopping at Tatopani, where you'll have a chance to relax and soak your muscles in the natural hot springs that are located in a beautiful mountain setting. The we will continue down the road via the lush hillside with its riverside scenery until we finally arrive at Pokhara. The rest of the day is free to relax and enjoy the lakeside atmosphere.

Today, you will explore some of the historical and natural attractions of Pokhara. Enjoy boating on the serene Phewa Lake, visit Davis Falls and Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave, and soak in the beautiful lakeside scenery. In the late afternoon or evening, you will take a short scenic flight back to Kathmandu. Upon reaching Kathmandu, our airport escort team will transfer you to your hotel.

In the evening, the company will organize a farewell dinner with cultural program, where you will meet with the team of your trek for the last time.

As we have successfully completed the trip, it is time to return home or embark on your next journey. Even you can join our next adventures trips in the Himalayas if you wish too. If not, our airport team will take care of your airport escort and say you our last goodbye till the next adventure holidays.