Upper Mustang Trek
Upper Mustang trek is one of the most popular trekking destinations in the world. It is an exploration of the concealed valleys of Upper Mustang in Nepal, situated between Tibet and the Himalayas – a place different from the rest of the world. This popular trek is a perfect destination for visiting oldest Buddhists monasteries and many historical caves and attractive landscape. It is a restricted trekking trail in Nepal and is also popular as “The Last Forbidden Kingdom”. Lo Manthang is the hub of Mustang district which was once an independent kingdom with its own ruler. The walled city of Lo Manthang used to be a part of the Tibetan kingdom and one of the major attractions for the tourist also. The old culture which follows an ancient form of Buddhism is a great matter of interest to most trekkers who come to visit this mysterious region. Mustang is changing but it still surprises the visitors with its stunning vista and the stubborn way it clings to its unique culture. The people living here called Lobas are still happy with what they have. The Mustang live their lives unique to themselves and keep surprising backpackers to no ends, one of these is a tradition where a single girl is married to 3 brothers from the same family, which we called “Polyandry”. Sky burial is still remaining practice in this region.
The present King of this Kingdom is Jigme Palbar Bista who is the 25th descendant of Ame Pal. He is popular as Lo Gyalbu among the locals and lives at the four-story palace at Lo. In present days, the king is involved in a few ceremonial roles only yet, is respected and loved by all the Mustang people. This village mainly has houses made of whitewashed clays. You can observe the Tibetan culture mixed with Nepalese traditions and languages.
It is believed that Guru Rinpoche had fought with demon among the mustang’s snow-capped mountain, desert, canyons, and grassland. Once Guru Rinpoche killed the demon, it is said he scattered the demon’s body parts across Mustang valley, its blood formed the towering red cliffs and its intestines tumbled near to Ghami where people have later on build the stone prayer wall, the longest in Nepal, on top of the demon’s.
Upper Mustang was a restricted area till 1992 for foreign visitors and outsiders. Today, foreigners are allowed but can only enter Upper Mustang after they buy a special permit of US$500 for ten days. The trip to Mustang is arranged by our company.
Outline Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,350m)
Day 02: Sightseeing tour and trek preparation.
Day 03: Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (8,50m) (6/7 hours)
Day 04: Fly from Pokhara to Jomsom (2,720m) (25 minutes) and trek to Kagbeni (2,800m) (3/4 hours)
Day 05: Trek from Kagbeni to Chele (3,100m) (5/6 hours)
Day 06: Trek from Chele to Syangboche (,3,800m) (7/8 hours)
Day 07: Trek from Syangboche to Ghami (3,510m) (5 hours)
Day 08: Trek from Ghami to Tsarang (3,560m) (5 hours)
Day 09: Trek from Tsarang to Lo manthang (3,840m) (5 hours)
Day 10: Explore day at Lo manthang.
Day 11: Trek from Lo manthang to Dhakmar (3,820m) (7/8 hours)
Day 12: Trek from Dhakmar to Syangboche (3,800m) (6/7 hours)
Day 13: Trek from Syangboche to Chhuksang (3,050m) (5/6 hours)
Day 14: Trek from Chhuksang to Muktinath (3,760m) (7/8 hours)
Day 15: Trek from Muktinath to Jomsom (2,720m) (5/6 hours)
Day 16: Fly back to Pokhara
Day 17: Drive to Kathmandu by tourist bus (6/7 hours)
Day 18: Final departure.
If you are not really satisfied with this Itinerary make your own.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,350m)
Welcome to the Land of Mountains! Upon your arrival at Kathmandu Airport, our representative will be waiting for you, holding a Popular Treks signboard with your name on it. After transporting you to your hotel, you may like to rest for the remainder of the day, or you may like a stroll around the city if feeling energetic after your flight. We will give you a short briefing about our trip in the evening. Overnight in the hotel in Kathmandu.
WELCOME DINNER
Day 02: Sightseeing tour and trek preparation
In the morning we take a sightseeing tour of World Heritage Sites in Kathmandu, including Kathmandu Durbar Square, Boudhanath Stupa, and Pashupatinath Temple. After the tour, you can do any last minute preparation for your Upper Mustang Trek, including shopping for any clothing or equipment you may require. Don’t forget to change some money to Nepalese rupees as you may want to buy extra snacks or drinks while on the trek. By the end of the day, you should be ready for your Upper Mustang Trek with your bag packed. Overnight in hotel in Kathmandu.
Included meal: Breakfast
Day 03: Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (950m) (6/7 hours).
Pokhara is only 200 kilometers from Kathmandu but the road is narrow and winding and will take most of the morning. This road lies between the two biggest cities in Nepal and is extremely busy, so be prepared for a slow trip. The trip is worth it though because Pokhara is situated beside the beautiful Phewa Tal (lake) and is surrounded by 8,000m peaks. It is the perfect place to rest up after a trek!
Pokhara is a tourist’s paradise with many natural and cultural heritage sites such as lakes, caves, Buddhist and Hindu temples, along with the magnificent views of mountains. The glistening white peaks of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges reflecting in the still waters of Phewa Tal is a magnificent sight. Stay overnight at hotel in Pokhara.
Included meals: Breakfast, and Lunch
Day 04: Fly from Pokhara to Jomsom (2,720m) (25minutes) and trek to Kagbeni (2,800m) (3/4 hours)
An early breakfast morning, transfer to the airport in 10 minutes from the hotel for the flight to Jomsom which takes 25 minutes to reach. From the plane, you will see close-up views of the Annapurna range, Dhaulagiri, and some snow-capped mountain. Jomsom is the district headquarters of Mustang, through the world’s deepest Kali Gandaki Gorge with the glorious views of the mountain. It is the major village of the Kali Gandaki linking the age-old Trans-Himalayan Salt trade route to Tibet. Towards the North, the trail is pretty barren with craggy rocks and sand and is mostly flat, which makes it is very easy going. Walking on the half of the way at the south direction the views of Dhaulagiri, Tukuche Peak, and Nilgiri mountains are fabulous. After good stop Ekle bhatti valley, one hour left to reach Kagbeni which lies at the bank of two rivers. The village with its narrow alleyways and tunnels, irrigation canals, green fields of wheat and barley, and a red gompa are beautiful to views. There is check post in the middle of the village, a tourist isn’t allowed to go without showing special permit. On the daytime explore the village. Stay overnight in Kagbeni.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 05: Trek from Kagbeni to Chele (3,100m) (5/6 hours)
Today, the trek starts towards the north valley of Kagbeni through sandy, rocky and breezy path. Following the off-road path, we climb bit tough ridge with the narrow path and reach to a plateau of apple orchards walled and water tank. After short descend and ascend, we reach beautiful village of Tangbe with its picturesque traditional houses, caves, fields of barley, buckwheat, and apple orchid. Continue further of the contour line of a hill just take 1 hour to reach chhuksang. Chhuksang is a very beautiful village and it’s popular by cave monastery and salt mine. It is a good stop for lunch and continues 1 hour to a small ridge of Chele village. There is a gigantic red chunk of conglomerate dropping down from the cliff through which the Kaligandaki pour out. Stay overnight in hotel.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 06: Trek from Chele to Syangboche (3,800m) (7/8 hours)
From Chele, we climb a steep spur and then continue ascending along the side of a spectacular steep canyon to the Taklam and Dajong pass. There are magnificent views of Tilicho Peak, Nilgiri, Yakawa Kang, Damodor Kunda and Teri Himal is beautiful. Beyond the pass, we descend on a pleasant trail to Samar, situated in a grove of poplar trees.
Today’s walk is more into undulating trails with a couple of steep climbs and descend. After having lunch we descend into a large gorge past a chorten before entering another valley filled with Juniper trees. We climb to the tough pass and descent to the river just nearby Chungsi Cave monastery which is blessed by Padmasambhava. It is one of the most attractive among all cave monastery where the saint Padmasambhava mediated around the 7th century. The trail climbs gently up to the Syangboche village. Stay overnight in hotel.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 07: Trek from Syangboche to Ghami (3,510m) (5 hours)
The trail climbs gently to a small pass of 3,800m with extraordinary views of mountains and deep valleys into the wind eroded canyons. On the way, we pass Gelling route on the right-hand side and a few teahouses of Tamagaun, Chhuskar, and Jaite. We trek through poplar trees and barley fields and gently steep up to Nyi Pass at 4,020m. The descent from the pass is quite gentle to the small ridge of Ghami pass and steep down to Ghami which is a large white-washed village sheltered by overhanging cliffs. Today’s walk is effortless with few short climbs in between beautiful scenery alongside would hardly allow us to realize the passing away of time. Stay overnight in hotel.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 08: Trek from Ghami to Tsarang (3,560m) (5 hours)
The trail descends below the blue, grey and red cliffs across the valley to a steel bridge across the river. Then climb to a plateau and passes the longest ancient Mani Wall of Mustang. In front of the head, the soaring red cliffs to the west that tells you the legends of Padmasambhava is intriguing. After walking 4 hours walk brings us to the fascinating big village of Tsarang that just looks dramatic. After having lunch we will visit the ancient Monastery and the white palace of Tsarang which is their heritage. The village of Charang (Tsarang) with a maze of fields, willow trees and houses separated by stone walls at the top of Charang Chu canyon. This trial marks the history and legend of the Indian saint Padmasambhava (750-810 AD), the founder of Tibetan Buddhism who created a fusion of Buddhism with the original Shamanistic religion of Tibet called Bon whose influence upon the Indian Buddhism makes Tibetan Buddhism so fascinating. Stay overnight in hotel.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 09: Trek from Tsarang to Lho Manthang (3,840m) (5 hours)
The trail descends from Charang, crosses the Charang Chu River and a short climb to meet the road path. After a half walk from Charang, there is a fascinating solitary ancient chorten in the middle of the road that marks the boundary between Charang and Lho Manthang. Then the trail further ascends gently to the 3,960m windy pass of Lo, from where you can see the Lo-Manthang valley views of walled city appear magnificent with its hills on the Tibetan Border. The spectacular views of varied historical ruined, a valley of Thinkar and Chhosar are awesome. After having lunch we will explore the legendary walled city of Lo. Finally, we get to the plateau of Lo Manthang. ‘The Capital city and the plain of Aspiration of Mustang’. Stay overnight in hotel.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 10: Explore day at Lo Manthang
Lo Manthang is the capital city of Mustang contains about 150 houses and has some of the largest and finest Tibetan Buddhism gompas in Nepal. Lo Manthang is also known as the walled city. The city itself is an absolutely fascinating place with four major ancient Monasteries which are Impressive and an enormous 14th-century palace imposing 4 story building in the center of the city.
In the morning after having breakfast we will visit Chhosser which is a mysterious and beauty of architecture. Jong Cave looks like a cliff but inside it, there is a step of a soaring cliff. After finishing sightseeing we have lunch and continue back to the hotel.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 11: Trek from Lo Manthang to Dhakmar (3,820m) (7/8 hours)
The trek starts south-west terrain which offers you the most beautiful view despite few steep downhill trails. The trail climbs steeply to a cairn on a pass at 4,000m, offering a last glimpse of Lo Manthang. Cross the Marang La 4,230m, the highest point on this trek. The trail makes descend beside a stream visiting ancient Ghar Gompa more than 1200 years old. This is the oldest Tibetan monastery built around the 7th century by the incarnated monk. Gompa is famous for its rock paintings and the legend of fulfilling our good wishes. Climb to a ridge, the route crosses some alpine meadows to a crest and then drops down a steep eroded gully overshadowed by red rock towers to Dhakmar.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 12: Trek from Dhakmar to Syangboche (3,800m) (6/7 hours)
Today the trail descends alongside a stream, past the walled village fields before climbing a ridge, dropping once more and rising to Ghami. We trace back to the village of Syangboche where on the way back you have ample opportunity to look back into the missed out views. Stay overnight in hotel.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 13: Trek from Syangboche to Chhuksang (3,050m) (5/6 hours)
The path trekking back to Chhuksang is easy going down enjoying the Tibetan lifestyle and culture. You will have wonderful scenery and the amazing views of Nilgiri, Tilicho Peak, and other tremendous Himalayan peaks. Stay overnight in hotel.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 14: Trek from Chhuksang to Muktinath (3,760m) (7/8 hours)
Today, gradually we trek up till Gyu La pass 4,077m which takes 5 hours climb uphill. Then we will pass through Kharkas where we can grazing domestic animals as well as wild mountain goats. It’s peaceful up to the valley of Throng peak, Nilgiri, Tukuche Peak and beautiful Muktinath valley. We reach Muktinath via Chhenkar village. Stay overnight in hotel.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 15: Trek from Muktinath to Jomsom (2,720m) (5/6 hours)
This is a pretty easy day, the trail gradually descends to Eklebhatti at Kali Gandaki valley and we walk another two hours along the wide sandy and windy valley.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 16: Fly back to Pokhara
This takes about 25 minutes and stays overnight at our hotel in Pokhara. A fantastic way to round off the trek, flying right along the Kali Gandaki Gorge between the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges. Stay overnight in hotel.
Included meal: Breakfast
Day 17: Drive to Kathmandu (7/8 hours)
While driving from Pokhara to Kathmandu, you head up to Damauli, Dumre, Mugling, and Kurintar where Nepal’s first cable car is opened to reach Mankamana (Temple of wishes). En route, you could enjoy the mountain views, green sceneries, rice terrace fields, vegetable fields and people happily engaged in their daily chores. From Naubishe you climb up to Thankot, the gateway to the capital city of Kathmandu.
After reaching Kathmandu, you deserve a good rest. You may spend your time shopping around Himalayan souvenirs for your friends and family. It is usual practice for clients to invite their guides/porters to share a farewell dinner and exchange a Khata (ceremonial scarf). If you have been happy with service provided by the guide a tip is given. Relive your experience of the trek around the Dinner table and enjoy your last night in Kathmandu. Tomorrow you will fly home. Stay overnight in hotel.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 17: Final departure
Our Upper Mustang Trek ends today with your departure. Approximately 3 hours before your scheduled flight, our representative will pick you up from the hotel to drop you to the international airport for your flight to onward destination. We hope you enjoyed your trek. Please come back to see us soon next time.
Included meal: Breakfast
- Included in the cost
- Airport pickups and drops in a private vehicle.
- 4 Night’s twin standard bedroom in 3-star hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast.
- 2 Night’s twin standard bedroom in 3-star hotel in Pokhara with breakfast.
- Nepali welcome dinner as the first day.
- Half day guided city tour with World Heritage entrance fees as listed in Itinerary.
- Domestic flights (Pokhara-Jomsom-Pokhara).
- All ground transportation on a comfortable private vehicle as per the itinerary.
- Teahouse accommodation during the trek with twin sharing bed.
- All meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) during the trek.
- English speaking trained and experienced trekking guide.
- Porter service (2 trekkers: 1 porter).
- Insurance for all staff including porter, guide and assistant guide.
- We provide an assistant guide if there are more than 6 clients.
- Warm clothing and trekking gear for staff including porters and guide.
- Food and salary for all of the staff including porter and guide.
- Drive from Kathmandu –Pokhara-Kathmandu by tourist bus.
- Duffel bag and a map of Upper Mustang Trek.
- All necessary paperwork and trekking permit (Annapurna Conservation Permit and Upper Mustang restricted permit USD$500.00 per person).
- Medical Kit (carried by your guide).
- Monasteries entry fee
- Excluded in the cost
- Nepal entry visa fees.
- International airfare to and from Kathmandu.
- Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, early return from mountain (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary.
- Travel and rescue insurance.
- Excess baggage charges (if you have more than 15 kg luggage, cargo charge is around @2 per kg)
We serve hygienic food in the tea house and good accommodation of twin sharing beds.
You don’t get twin beds at high altitude you have to share with 3 or 5 trekkers during high seasons.
Upper Mustang Trek
Upper Mustang trek is one of the most popular trekking destinations in the world. It is an exploration of the concealed valleys of Upper Mustang in Nepal, situated between Tibet and the Himalayas – a place different from the rest of the world. This popular trek is a perfect destination for visiting oldest Buddhists monasteries and many historical caves and attractive landscape. It is a restricted trekking trail in Nepal and is also popular as “The Last Forbidden Kingdom”. Lo Manthang is the hub of Mustang district which was once an independent kingdom with its own ruler. The walled city of Lo Manthang used to be a part of the Tibetan kingdom and one of the major attractions for the tourist also. The old culture which follows an ancient form of Buddhism is a great matter of interest to most trekkers who come to visit this mysterious region. Mustang is changing but it still surprises the visitors with its stunning vista and the stubborn way it clings to its unique culture. The people living here called Lobas are still happy with what they have. The Mustang live their lives unique to themselves and keep surprising backpackers to no ends, one of these is a tradition where a single girl is married to 3 brothers from the same family, which we called “Polyandry”. Sky burial is still remaining practice in this region.
The present King of this Kingdom is Jigme Palbar Bista who is the 25th descendant of Ame Pal. He is popular as Lo Gyalbu among the locals and lives at the four-story palace at Lo. In present days, the king is involved in a few ceremonial roles only yet, is respected and loved by all the Mustang people. This village mainly has houses made of whitewashed clays. You can observe the Tibetan culture mixed with Nepalese traditions and languages.
It is believed that Guru Rinpoche had fought with demon among the mustang’s snow-capped mountain, desert, canyons, and grassland. Once Guru Rinpoche killed the demon, it is said he scattered the demon’s body parts across Mustang valley, its blood formed the towering red cliffs and its intestines tumbled near to Ghami where people have later on build the stone prayer wall, the longest in Nepal, on top of the demon’s.
Upper Mustang was a restricted area till 1992 for foreign visitors and outsiders. Today, foreigners are allowed but can only enter Upper Mustang after they buy a special permit of US$500 for ten days. The trip to Mustang is arranged by our company.
Outline Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,350m)
Day 02: Sightseeing tour and trek preparation.
Day 03: Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (8,50m) (6/7 hours)
Day 04: Fly from Pokhara to Jomsom (2,720m) (25 minutes) and trek to Kagbeni (2,800m) (3/4 hours)
Day 05: Trek from Kagbeni to Chele (3,100m) (5/6 hours)
Day 06: Trek from Chele to Syangboche (,3,800m) (7/8 hours)
Day 07: Trek from Syangboche to Ghami (3,510m) (5 hours)
Day 08: Trek from Ghami to Tsarang (3,560m) (5 hours)
Day 09: Trek from Tsarang to Lo manthang (3,840m) (5 hours)
Day 10: Explore day at Lo manthang.
Day 11: Trek from Lo manthang to Dhakmar (3,820m) (7/8 hours)
Day 12: Trek from Dhakmar to Syangboche (3,800m) (6/7 hours)
Day 13: Trek from Syangboche to Chhuksang (3,050m) (5/6 hours)
Day 14: Trek from Chhuksang to Muktinath (3,760m) (7/8 hours)
Day 15: Trek from Muktinath to Jomsom (2,720m) (5/6 hours)
Day 16: Fly back to Pokhara
Day 17: Drive to Kathmandu by tourist bus (6/7 hours)
Day 18: Final departure.
If you are not really satisfied with this Itinerary make your own.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,350m)
Welcome to the Land of Mountains! Upon your arrival at Kathmandu Airport, our representative will be waiting for you, holding a Popular Treks signboard with your name on it. After transporting you to your hotel, you may like to rest for the remainder of the day, or you may like a stroll around the city if feeling energetic after your flight. We will give you a short briefing about our trip in the evening. Overnight in the hotel in Kathmandu.
WELCOME DINNER
Day 02: Sightseeing tour and trek preparation
In the morning we take a sightseeing tour of World Heritage Sites in Kathmandu, including Kathmandu Durbar Square, Boudhanath Stupa, and Pashupatinath Temple. After the tour, you can do any last minute preparation for your Upper Mustang Trek, including shopping for any clothing or equipment you may require. Don’t forget to change some money to Nepalese rupees as you may want to buy extra snacks or drinks while on the trek. By the end of the day, you should be ready for your Upper Mustang Trek with your bag packed. Overnight in hotel in Kathmandu.
Included meal: Breakfast
Day 03: Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (950m) (6/7 hours).
Pokhara is only 200 kilometers from Kathmandu but the road is narrow and winding and will take most of the morning. This road lies between the two biggest cities in Nepal and is extremely busy, so be prepared for a slow trip. The trip is worth it though because Pokhara is situated beside the beautiful Phewa Tal (lake) and is surrounded by 8,000m peaks. It is the perfect place to rest up after a trek!
Pokhara is a tourist’s paradise with many natural and cultural heritage sites such as lakes, caves, Buddhist and Hindu temples, along with the magnificent views of mountains. The glistening white peaks of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges reflecting in the still waters of Phewa Tal is a magnificent sight. Stay overnight at hotel in Pokhara.
Included meals: Breakfast, and Lunch
Day 04: Fly from Pokhara to Jomsom (2,720m) (25minutes) and trek to Kagbeni (2,800m) (3/4 hours)
An early breakfast morning, transfer to the airport in 10 minutes from the hotel for the flight to Jomsom which takes 25 minutes to reach. From the plane, you will see close-up views of the Annapurna range, Dhaulagiri, and some snow-capped mountain. Jomsom is the district headquarters of Mustang, through the world’s deepest Kali Gandaki Gorge with the glorious views of the mountain. It is the major village of the Kali Gandaki linking the age-old Trans-Himalayan Salt trade route to Tibet. Towards the North, the trail is pretty barren with craggy rocks and sand and is mostly flat, which makes it is very easy going. Walking on the half of the way at the south direction the views of Dhaulagiri, Tukuche Peak, and Nilgiri mountains are fabulous. After good stop Ekle bhatti valley, one hour left to reach Kagbeni which lies at the bank of two rivers. The village with its narrow alleyways and tunnels, irrigation canals, green fields of wheat and barley, and a red gompa are beautiful to views. There is check post in the middle of the village, a tourist isn’t allowed to go without showing special permit. On the daytime explore the village. Stay overnight in Kagbeni.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 05: Trek from Kagbeni to Chele (3,100m) (5/6 hours)
Today, the trek starts towards the north valley of Kagbeni through sandy, rocky and breezy path. Following the off-road path, we climb bit tough ridge with the narrow path and reach to a plateau of apple orchards walled and water tank. After short descend and ascend, we reach beautiful village of Tangbe with its picturesque traditional houses, caves, fields of barley, buckwheat, and apple orchid. Continue further of the contour line of a hill just take 1 hour to reach chhuksang. Chhuksang is a very beautiful village and it’s popular by cave monastery and salt mine. It is a good stop for lunch and continues 1 hour to a small ridge of Chele village. There is a gigantic red chunk of conglomerate dropping down from the cliff through which the Kaligandaki pour out. Stay overnight in hotel.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 06: Trek from Chele to Syangboche (3,800m) (7/8 hours)
From Chele, we climb a steep spur and then continue ascending along the side of a spectacular steep canyon to the Taklam and Dajong pass. There are magnificent views of Tilicho Peak, Nilgiri, Yakawa Kang, Damodor Kunda and Teri Himal is beautiful. Beyond the pass, we descend on a pleasant trail to Samar, situated in a grove of poplar trees.
Today’s walk is more into undulating trails with a couple of steep climbs and descend. After having lunch we descend into a large gorge past a chorten before entering another valley filled with Juniper trees. We climb to the tough pass and descent to the river just nearby Chungsi Cave monastery which is blessed by Padmasambhava. It is one of the most attractive among all cave monastery where the saint Padmasambhava mediated around the 7th century. The trail climbs gently up to the Syangboche village. Stay overnight in hotel.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 07: Trek from Syangboche to Ghami (3,510m) (5 hours)
The trail climbs gently to a small pass of 3,800m with extraordinary views of mountains and deep valleys into the wind eroded canyons. On the way, we pass Gelling route on the right-hand side and a few teahouses of Tamagaun, Chhuskar, and Jaite. We trek through poplar trees and barley fields and gently steep up to Nyi Pass at 4,020m. The descent from the pass is quite gentle to the small ridge of Ghami pass and steep down to Ghami which is a large white-washed village sheltered by overhanging cliffs. Today’s walk is effortless with few short climbs in between beautiful scenery alongside would hardly allow us to realize the passing away of time. Stay overnight in hotel.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 08: Trek from Ghami to Tsarang (3,560m) (5 hours)
The trail descends below the blue, grey and red cliffs across the valley to a steel bridge across the river. Then climb to a plateau and passes the longest ancient Mani Wall of Mustang. In front of the head, the soaring red cliffs to the west that tells you the legends of Padmasambhava is intriguing. After walking 4 hours walk brings us to the fascinating big village of Tsarang that just looks dramatic. After having lunch we will visit the ancient Monastery and the white palace of Tsarang which is their heritage. The village of Charang (Tsarang) with a maze of fields, willow trees and houses separated by stone walls at the top of Charang Chu canyon. This trial marks the history and legend of the Indian saint Padmasambhava (750-810 AD), the founder of Tibetan Buddhism who created a fusion of Buddhism with the original Shamanistic religion of Tibet called Bon whose influence upon the Indian Buddhism makes Tibetan Buddhism so fascinating. Stay overnight in hotel.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 09: Trek from Tsarang to Lho Manthang (3,840m) (5 hours)
The trail descends from Charang, crosses the Charang Chu River and a short climb to meet the road path. After a half walk from Charang, there is a fascinating solitary ancient chorten in the middle of the road that marks the boundary between Charang and Lho Manthang. Then the trail further ascends gently to the 3,960m windy pass of Lo, from where you can see the Lo-Manthang valley views of walled city appear magnificent with its hills on the Tibetan Border. The spectacular views of varied historical ruined, a valley of Thinkar and Chhosar are awesome. After having lunch we will explore the legendary walled city of Lo. Finally, we get to the plateau of Lo Manthang. ‘The Capital city and the plain of Aspiration of Mustang’. Stay overnight in hotel.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 10: Explore day at Lo Manthang
Lo Manthang is the capital city of Mustang contains about 150 houses and has some of the largest and finest Tibetan Buddhism gompas in Nepal. Lo Manthang is also known as the walled city. The city itself is an absolutely fascinating place with four major ancient Monasteries which are Impressive and an enormous 14th-century palace imposing 4 story building in the center of the city.
In the morning after having breakfast we will visit Chhosser which is a mysterious and beauty of architecture. Jong Cave looks like a cliff but inside it, there is a step of a soaring cliff. After finishing sightseeing we have lunch and continue back to the hotel.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 11: Trek from Lo Manthang to Dhakmar (3,820m) (7/8 hours)
The trek starts south-west terrain which offers you the most beautiful view despite few steep downhill trails. The trail climbs steeply to a cairn on a pass at 4,000m, offering a last glimpse of Lo Manthang. Cross the Marang La 4,230m, the highest point on this trek. The trail makes descend beside a stream visiting ancient Ghar Gompa more than 1200 years old. This is the oldest Tibetan monastery built around the 7th century by the incarnated monk. Gompa is famous for its rock paintings and the legend of fulfilling our good wishes. Climb to a ridge, the route crosses some alpine meadows to a crest and then drops down a steep eroded gully overshadowed by red rock towers to Dhakmar.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 12: Trek from Dhakmar to Syangboche (3,800m) (6/7 hours)
Today the trail descends alongside a stream, past the walled village fields before climbing a ridge, dropping once more and rising to Ghami. We trace back to the village of Syangboche where on the way back you have ample opportunity to look back into the missed out views. Stay overnight in hotel.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 13: Trek from Syangboche to Chhuksang (3,050m) (5/6 hours)
The path trekking back to Chhuksang is easy going down enjoying the Tibetan lifestyle and culture. You will have wonderful scenery and the amazing views of Nilgiri, Tilicho Peak, and other tremendous Himalayan peaks. Stay overnight in hotel.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 14: Trek from Chhuksang to Muktinath (3,760m) (7/8 hours)
Today, gradually we trek up till Gyu La pass 4,077m which takes 5 hours climb uphill. Then we will pass through Kharkas where we can grazing domestic animals as well as wild mountain goats. It’s peaceful up to the valley of Throng peak, Nilgiri, Tukuche Peak and beautiful Muktinath valley. We reach Muktinath via Chhenkar village. Stay overnight in hotel.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 15: Trek from Muktinath to Jomsom (2,720m) (5/6 hours)
This is a pretty easy day, the trail gradually descends to Eklebhatti at Kali Gandaki valley and we walk another two hours along the wide sandy and windy valley.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 16: Fly back to Pokhara
This takes about 25 minutes and stays overnight at our hotel in Pokhara. A fantastic way to round off the trek, flying right along the Kali Gandaki Gorge between the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges. Stay overnight in hotel.
Included meal: Breakfast
Day 17: Drive to Kathmandu (7/8 hours)
While driving from Pokhara to Kathmandu, you head up to Damauli, Dumre, Mugling, and Kurintar where Nepal’s first cable car is opened to reach Mankamana (Temple of wishes). En route, you could enjoy the mountain views, green sceneries, rice terrace fields, vegetable fields and people happily engaged in their daily chores. From Naubishe you climb up to Thankot, the gateway to the capital city of Kathmandu.
After reaching Kathmandu, you deserve a good rest. You may spend your time shopping around Himalayan souvenirs for your friends and family. It is usual practice for clients to invite their guides/porters to share a farewell dinner and exchange a Khata (ceremonial scarf). If you have been happy with service provided by the guide a tip is given. Relive your experience of the trek around the Dinner table and enjoy your last night in Kathmandu. Tomorrow you will fly home. Stay overnight in hotel.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 17: Final departure
Our Upper Mustang Trek ends today with your departure. Approximately 3 hours before your scheduled flight, our representative will pick you up from the hotel to drop you to the international airport for your flight to onward destination. We hope you enjoyed your trek. Please come back to see us soon next time.
Included meal: Breakfast
- Included in the cost
- Airport pickups and drops in a private vehicle.
- 4 Night’s twin standard bedroom in 3-star hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast.
- 2 Night’s twin standard bedroom in 3-star hotel in Pokhara with breakfast.
- Nepali welcome dinner as the first day.
- Half day guided city tour with World Heritage entrance fees as listed in Itinerary.
- Domestic flights (Pokhara-Jomsom-Pokhara).
- All ground transportation on a comfortable private vehicle as per the itinerary.
- Teahouse accommodation during the trek with twin sharing bed.
- All meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) during the trek.
- English speaking trained and experienced trekking guide.
- Porter service (2 trekkers: 1 porter).
- Insurance for all staff including porter, guide and assistant guide.
- We provide an assistant guide if there are more than 6 clients.
- Warm clothing and trekking gear for staff including porters and guide.
- Food and salary for all of the staff including porter and guide.
- Drive from Kathmandu –Pokhara-Kathmandu by tourist bus.
- Duffel bag and a map of Upper Mustang Trek.
- All necessary paperwork and trekking permit (Annapurna Conservation Permit and Upper Mustang restricted permit USD$500.00 per person).
- Medical Kit (carried by your guide).
- Monasteries entry fee
- Excluded in the cost
- Nepal entry visa fees.
- International airfare to and from Kathmandu.
- Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, early return from mountain (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary.
- Travel and rescue insurance.
- Excess baggage charges (if you have more than 15 kg luggage, cargo charge is around @2 per kg)
