Quick Review
- Start: Kathmandu
- End: Kathmandu
- Duration: 11 days
- Best Season Sept-Dec, March -May
Introduction
Overland Upper Mustang Trek is the most admired trek among travelers for being the best trek itinerary to witness the Tibetan Buddhist culture and traditions which takes you to the isolated kingdom of Lo-Manthang. Lo Manthang is the last forbidden Kingdom between Annapurna I and Dhaulagiri I which is like barren land and a rain shadow area of Nepal in the Annapurna region. Not only Tibetan Culture but Mustang is also called the land of caves and historical monasteries as well. This trek is full of adventure where we will cross several wooden bridges, the strong Himalayan river Kaligandaki, and some famous passes over 4000 meters where you can capture every priceless moment with your camera. If you are looking forward to experiencing thrilling natural adventure across arid landscapes, deep gorges, barren ridges, deep canyons, spectacular mountains, and Tibetan culture, then the trek is a perfect fit for you.
The Overland Upper Mustang tour commences from Kathmandu and takes you to Pokhara. After arriving in Pokhara, you can explore the beauty of Pokhara city. After witnessing natural landmarks in Pokhara we fly towards Jomsom. Jomsom is the best place to enjoy local Apple products. Then we reach the lower part of the Mustang where you get to visit local monasteries and then head out to Ghami which is the final stop before reaching Upper Mustang. Then we head towards Lo-Manthang and admire the beauty around that is perched on a cliff. Then we return via the same route to end our trek.
Trek Highlights
- Local Tibetan culture and tradition
- Mountains including Annapurna and Dhaulagiri
- Natural Hot spring water
- Local apples in Kagbeni
- Historical Lo Manthang
- Lake of the city, Pokhara
Food
The menu is a blend of traditional local, Indian, American, and continental cuisines and the foods will be home-cooked, hygienic, fresh, tasty, and nutritious. You'll get the best dishes available at the teahouse or lodge including popular Nepali Bhat, Pasta, Cereals, Eggs, Noodles, Potatoes, Vegetables, Fried rice, Soup, etc., and other Nepali food, Chinese Food, American food, Indian food, Continental food, etc. We recommend you have lemon tea, hot lemon, garlic soup, green tea, ginger tea, etc. to stay away from high-altitude problems. You'll have different varieties of food options during your stay in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
Accommodation
Accommodations during the Overland Upper Mustang Trek are at teahouses which are necessarily teahouses but where you'll feel a home and get a chance to explore Nepali culture and tradition. All the teahouses are run by locals and provide all the basic facilities including a hot shower at a low extra charge. You'll find the room simple and comfortable usually with two beds a mattress blanket and pillows. Some will have an en-suite bathroom but most have shared bathrooms with the squat toilet in mountain areas. During your stay in Pokhara and Kathmandu, accommodation is more luxurious. We stay at hotels with a single room, attached bathrooms, 24-hour hot water, power, TV, and laundry facility.
Day 1: Arrive in Kathmandu (alt. 1300m)
Day 2: Trip preparation day
Day 3: Drive or fly to Pokhara (alt. 800m.), flight time 35 minutes and drive time 6 to 7 hours.
Day 4: Fly to Jomsom (alt.2770m.) 30 minutes, and drive to Chhusang 9alt.2800m.) , 4 to 5 hours .
Day 5: Drive to Ghami (alt. 3460m.) , 3 hours.
Day 6: Drive to Lo-manthang via Tsarang village (alt.3800m.) , 4 hours
Day 7: Morning Visit Chhosar cave and monastery then afternoon visit around the local markets.
Day 8: Drive back to Jomsom (alt. 2700m.) 5 to 6 hours.
Day 9: Fly back to Pokhara, 30 minutes & afternoon visit Pokhara (800m.)
Day 10: Drive or fly to Kathmandu (alt.1300m.), flight time 35 minutes and drive time 6 -7 hours.
Day 11: Final departure
Day 1: Arrive in Kathmandu (alt. 1300m)
First day of Overland Upper Mustang Trek. One of our airport representatives will be waiting at the airport in Kathmandu. After you arrive at the airport, he/she will take you to the hotel. After the hotel check-in process, you can rest. Overnight stay.
Day 2: Trip preparation day
This is your free day in Kathmandu Valley so you can prepare for the Overland Upper Mustang Trek, buy necessary trekking gears and other stuff. We can also go to the exploration of historical sites in Kathmandu. Overnight stay.
Day 3: Drive or fly to Pokhara (alt. 800m.), flight time 35 minutes and drive time 6 to 7 hours.
This morning, drive to Pokhara (approximately 6-7 hours) to immediately immerse yourself in the city of lakes. We'll have lunch on the way and after lunch you’ll begin your trek straight away, heading to Pokhara. Overnight stay.
Day 4: Fly to Jomsom (alt.2770m.) 30 minutes, and drive to Chhusang 9alt.2800m.) , 4 to 5 hours .
After exploring around beautiful lakes, the local market of Pokhara and its surroundings, we fly over snow-clad mountains to reach Jomsom. We'll have lunch after arriving at Jomsom and start to drive to Chhusang for an overnight stay.
Day 5: Drive to Ghami (alt. 3460m.) , 3 hours.
Our journey starts early morning from Chhusang village. drive to Ghami lets you explore beautiful surroundings, high mountains and Tibetan influenced culture. We spend overnight at a lodge in Ghami.
Day 6: Drive to Lo-manthang via Tsarang village (alt.3800m.) , 4 hours
After breakfast, our journey starts with a pleasant walk. On the way, we'll be crossing Ghami Khola and the trail goes up to a plateau and passes beside a very long Mani wall and reach Charang village. We'll see maize field, willow trees and houses separated by a stone wall on the way to Lo-Manthang. Overnight stay.
Day 7: Morning Visit Chhosar cave and monastery then afternoon visit around the local markets.
The day going to be very busy where we will visit chhosar cave, close interaction with local people, explore the local market and know about their culture. Then we go back to our lodge, have local cuisine and spend overnight.
Day 8: Drive back to Jomsom (alt. 2700m.) 5 to 6 hours.
Today, we go back to Jomsom after enjoying the best of Upper Mustang. Jomsom is the best place to enjoy local apple and apple products and spend overnight enjoying the mountain views and local culture.
Day 9: Fly back to Pokhara, 30 minutes & afternoon visit Pokhara (800m.)
From Jomsom, we fly back to Pokhara and after reaching Pokhara earlier, you can explore Pokhara city more deeply, visit Mahendra Cave, enjoy boating at Fewa Lake and enjoy the night at pubs and bars. Overnight stay.
Day 10: Drive or fly to Kathmandu (alt.1300m.), flight time 35 minutes and drive time 6 -7 hours.
Finally, we fly back or drive back to Kathmandu which takes around 6-7 hours by the drive and 25 minutes by flight. Overnight stay.
Day 11: Final departure
This is your final day with us, Our team will bid you farewell and help you to reach your next destination.
