Luxury Upper Mustang Jeep Tour

Upon arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport of Kathmandu, you will go through the check-in process. There, you will find our representative holding a sign that says “Nepal Spirit Adventure.” They will transfer you to the hotel, so you don't have to worry about any arrangements.

During the ride through Kathmandu, you will get your first glimpse of the city's crowded roads and vibrant local life. Once you arrive at your hotel, you can either rest or take a walk around the area to familiarize yourself with your surroundings before your Upper Mustang Overland Tour begins.

Early morning drive to the domestic airport for the Mt. Everest Scenic flight experience, board a luxury plane for a one-hour mountain flight over the Himalayas. Witness Mt. Everest (8,848 m), Lhotse, Makalu, Mt. Cho Oyu, and many other mountains you can see during the mountain flight in Nepal. Drive back to the hotel for breakfast.

Late Morning and Afternoon: UNESCO Heritage Sightseeing Tour:

Today is a special day because you'll visit four UNESCO World Heritage Sites, each with its own unique story. At the old Swayambhunath temple, you can turn the prayer wheels just like the locals do, while monkeys play and jump around the temple area.

Next, you'll walk around the massive Boudhanath stupa, one of the largest in the world. You can walk in circles around this sacred site alongside others who have come to pray. You'll hear soft chanting and experience the peace that envelops the space when people pray together.

At Pashupatinath temple, you'll witness significant Hindu religious ceremonies taking place next to the Bagmati River.

You'll also get to explore ancient palaces where kings once lived. These historic buildings feature intricate wooden designs and paintings from times long past. Walking through these important sites will provide you with a deeper understanding of Nepal's history and will build your excitement for your upcoming mountain adventure.

Good to Know:

Kathmandu Durbar Square: A historic royal palace and temple complex.

Swayambhunath Stupa (Monkey Temple): A sacred Buddhist site with panoramic views of Kathmandu.

Boudhanath Stupa: The largest Buddhist stupa in Nepal, a center for Tibetan Buddhism.

Pashupatinath Temple: A spiritual Hindu temple on the banks of the Bagmati River.

Morning:

• Enjoy the hot breakfast
• Transfer to the Domestic airport for a scenic 25-minute flight to Pokhara.
• You'll see and enjoy the spectacular views of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges during the flight.

Mid-Morning:

• Arrive in Pokhara, transfer to a luxury lakeside resort upon arrival.
• Refreshments and check-in.

Afternoon: Guided Pokhara Sightseeing Tour:

• Phewa Lake & Tal Barahi Temple: Take a luxury boat ride on Nepal’s second-largest lake.
• Davis Falls & Gupteshwor Cave: A mystical waterfall and underground temple cave.
• World Peace Pagoda: Enjoy breathtaking sunset views over Pokhara.

Evening: Stroll through Pokhara’s vibrant nightlife & lakeside market.

Enjoy the delicious breakfast, and transfer to the domestic airport of Kathmandu. Approximately 25 minutes mountain flight to Pokhara, arrive at Pokhara's airport, then transfer to the hotel. Refresh, ready for the Pokhara tour.

Enjoy a delicious hot breakfast at Fish Fishtail Lodge before embarking on a scenic drive to Kalopani via Beni and Tatopani. We will start our journey in the morning, and the road will offer stunning mountain views throughout the trip.

Kalopani, also known as Kobang, is situated in the Kali Gandaki River valley and serves as the primary gateway to Mustang. Along the highway, you will witness breathtaking views of the Himalayan ranges, local villages, and the world’s deepest gorge, the Kaligandaki.

Upon arriving at Gasa Kalopani, you'll have a closer view of Annapurna I, which stands at 8,091 meters. Finally, we will reach our camp in Kobang, where we will enjoy an overnight stay at the Lodge Thasang Village Resort.

Today is a beautiful day, and we are embarking on a short scenic trip through the Himalayas, specifically along the Kaligandaki Valley. Our journey will take us to the old Tukuche and Marpha villages, where we can explore the apple gardens, and then we will visit Kagbeni before heading to Muktinath.

Historically, Kagbeni served as an essential stop for traders transporting goods between Nepal and other regions. There is a checkpoint in Kagbeni where officers check all groups traveling to the Muktinath and Mustang areas. You will need to show your special permits at this checkpoint before you can proceed further.

As we drive deeper into Kagbeni, you will notice the landscape changing from green rolling hills to dry, grey-white rocky terrain. The influence of Tibetan culture becomes more prominent here, making the area feel more like Tibet than Nepal. Kagbeni was designed like a fortified town and played a significant role in the past when people traded salt between Tibet and Nepal.

When you arrive in Kagbeni, you can stroll along the stone streets and see prayer wheels attached to the walls of small temples and religious buildings. Don’t miss the opportunity to visit "the Red Monastery," which features striking red walls and resembles a massive block of stone. After our visit, we will take about a one-hour drive to Muktinath, where we will spend the night at the Lo Mangham Resort.

In the morning session, we will visit the Muktinath Temple, which is surrounded by 108 water taps that provide holy water. We will also explore a local Buddhist monastery and enjoy sightseeing at the local market. After that, we will drive to Charang via Kagbeni, a route that takes us through bright white hills and vast empty landscapes resembling a desert.

Charang is located just south of Lo Manthang, the main walled city of the Mustang Kingdom, and this village is rich in history and culture. During our visit, you will see a fort known as a Dzong, numerous religious towers called stupas, as well as houses made from stone and mud bricks, and a well-known monastery. The area is arid and desert-like, offering stunning views of the Himalayan Mountains and the deep Kali Gandaki Valley.

Upon reaching Charang, you can explore the monastery, where the interior walls are adorned with bright painted images of the Medicine Buddha Mandala. These paintings hold significant importance in Mustang's religious life, and similar artworks can be found in nearly every village in the region.

The monastery continues to host religious ceremonies and prayers that the local community considers essential. You will also have the opportunity to observe how people maintain their traditional lifestyles, including food cultivation, prayer ceremonies, and the upkeep of ancient buildings that have stood for hundreds of years.

Today is a very important day! After breakfast, we’ll either drive or hike, depending on your interest. Our destination is the Luri Cave, which is one of the highlights of the Upper Mustang Jeep Tour Packages. The Luri Gompa is located southeast of Lo Manthang and is an ancient cave system shrouded in mystery; little is known about its origins.

The Luri Cave is surrounded by sandstone rocks and cliffs that have been shaped into stunning formations by wind and weather. These cliffs contain numerous caves, and one of them houses the inner part of Luri Gompa, which serves as a hidden treasure of Buddhist art. This cave monastery is perched high above the rugged landscape, resembling an eagle's nest. It is sometimes referred to as "the Sky Cave."

As one of the last remaining cave monasteries in Lo Manthang and Tibet, the Luri Gompa has no written records indicating when it was built. It is painted in red and rests on a ledge of a cliff that is approximately one hundred meters high, making it stand out against the sandy and light-colored stone columns. It belongs to the Kagyu group of Buddhism and goes back to the 13th or 14th century.

You can catch a glimpse of the Luri Gompa from the valley below, where its mud-brick structure sits on a ledge of one of the sandstone columns. At first glance, it may seem like the only way to reach the cave is by climbing the column itself, but a winding path leads up one hundred meters to a door in a lower cave. Inside this cave, there is a notched log that you can climb to access the Gompa.

The most impressive features of the Gompa are in its inner rooms, which have been carved out and enlarged, creating smooth walls. Natural light filters in through a small window, enhancing the magical quality of the space. After exploring the cave, you will return to Charang and spend the night at the luxurious Maya's Heritage Inn.

From Charang, you'll drive to Lo Manthang, the capital of the Mustang Kingdom, which is the highlight of Upper Mustang Jeep Tour Packages. The drive offers stunning views of a beautiful and unique desert landscape, featuring high hills that are unlike any other. Once you arrive in Lo Manthang, you can explore the village on foot.

Lo Manthang is rich in attractions and provides a fascinating glimpse into Tibetan Buddhist culture. The village is home to the Lhoba and Bon people and is known for its tall, white-painted mud brick walls, temples, and the King's Palace. This iconic building, which has nine corners and five floors, was constructed around the year 1400.

During your visit, you'll explore Lo Manthang's monasteries, the King's Palace, and several other significant sites. There are four main temples in Lo Manthang that you should be aware of. The Jampa Lhakhang, or Jampa Gompa, is the oldest temple, built in the early 1400s, and is commonly referred to as the "God House." The Thubchen Gompa, a large red meeting hall and temple, was built in the late 1400s and is located southwest of the Jampa Gompa. The Chodey Gompa serves as the main city temple, while the Choprang Gompa is often called the "New Gompa."

Recently, at least twelve caves were discovered north of Annapurna, near the village. These caves feature ancient Buddhist paintings and are situated on cliffs that rise to an impressive 14,000 feet.

In the morning session, we will explore the ancient Gompa and Monastery of Lo Manthang. After breakfast, we will drive to Chhoser village, where we can visit several century-old caves and a Buddhist monastery. Chosar is a beautiful, small village in Lo Manthang, adorned with stone walls and white hills that resemble ancient bones.

From Lo Manthang, the path leads past dry water channels to an old, crumbling fortress and then across a bridge through small farming areas until we reach Chhoser. As we arrive, we will see the deep-red Nyphu Gompa at Chhoser, a structure that is built right into the rock face, as if it were meticulously designed to fit there. The ghostly white hills surrounding the village look as though they were carved from hardened milk and candy.

Amazing mountains mark the beginning of Tibet, and small streams accompany us along the trail. This valley was once a major stopping point for traders on the route between Tibet and Lhasa.

Chhoser is dotted with remnants of old forts that once protected the valley from a strategic vantage point. We will spend most of the day exploring Chosar village and its caves before returning to Lo Manthang. There, we can visit the old monastery for a brief meditation session, followed by an overnight stay at the Royal Mustang Resort.

The Luxury Upper Mustang Jeep Tour is renowned not only for its trans-Himalayan drive but also for the trekking opportunities it offers. Today, we will embark on a trek to Ghar Gompa, located at an altitude of 3,950 m, starting from Charang village. This hike is approximately 8-10 km both ways.

After enjoying breakfast at Royal Himalaya, we will drive to Charang and check in at Maya’s Heritage Inn. Following that, we will set out on our hike to the famous Ghar Gompa. This ancient monastery sits about three hours away from Charang and is the oldest monastery in all of Mustang, dating back to the 8th century. It was established by Guru Rinpoche, the founder of Tibetan Buddhism.

Legend has it that the Gompa covers the heart of Balmo, a female giant whom Guru Rinpoche defeated in a significant battle during the 8th century. The monastery is situated just past the small settlement of Lo Gekar.

Ghar Gompa features stunning paintings that depict intricate stories and legends about gods and malevolent spirits. The entrance to the Gompa is flanked by the Four Guardian Kings, and inside the temple, you will find beautifully painted and carved stones, as well as statues of Guru Rinpoche, Palden Lhamo riding a horse, and Vajrapani.

Additionally, there are numerous Tsa Tsa carvings surrounding the prayer wheels at Ghar Gompa. After exploring the monastery and learning about its rich history, we will hike back to Charang.

Note: If you do not prefer hiking/trekking to Ghar Gompa, we will take a jeep drive (while the jeep is with us).

Charang - Jomsom approximately 37 to 40 kilometers, today we will do sightseeing along the way back to Jomsom. For this reason, it may take 7-8 hours, and driving directly would not take much! 

Your journey from Charang begins with a jeep ride to Jomsom, taking you through several remote villages. You'll pass through Jaite, Shyangbochen, Vena, Samar, Chhusang, and Kagbeni, each offering a unique glimpse into traditional Mustang life.

The jeep travels through the famous Kali Gandaki Gorge, recognized as the deepest gorge in the world. Towering peaks loom around you, including Dhaulagiri on one side and Annapurna on the other.

Each village you pass tells its own story, showcased by stone houses that have stood for centuries. The scenery constantly changes as you travel, revealing terraced farmland on the hillsides where local families grow barley and buckwheat. This region looks different from other parts of Nepal, as it lies in the rain shadow of the towering mountains.

The rock formations here are unlike anything you've seen before, shaped by thousands of years of wind and weather. Your driver will often stop in small villages, allowing you to walk around, meet the locals, and capture stunning photos of the breathtaking mountain views that surround you at every turn.

Breakfast board Jomsom aiprot for flight to Kathmandu! First section, we will take a 25-minute scenic mountain flight to Pokhara, and board again for a 25-minute flight to Kathmandu with the Himalayas scenery flight. Airport pickup, then transfer to the hotel. If you wish to stay one more night in Pokhara, net day you'll get a flight back to Kathmandu.

Today, we'll have a full rest day in Kathmandu after the long Upper Mustang Jeep tour, shopping or sightseeing around Bhaktapur and Patan.

Your incredible Uppor Mustang Jeep Drive Tour through Nepal's hidden paths comes to a close today. We have arranged comfortable transportation to Tribhuvan International Airport, ensuring you arrive with plenty of time before your international departure. Have a safe flight to your home country or next destination.