15-Day Upper Mustang Trek in Nepal with Lo Manthang and Muktinath
About This Tour
Embark on the Upper Mustang Trek through Nepal's remote Mustang region, where stunning landscapes meet rich Tibetan culture. Set in a semi-arid desert of dramat...
Duration: 15 Days · Tour type: Private · Activity level: Moderate · Accommodation: Included · Standard · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: No · Cities: Pokhara, Kathmandu, Mustang, Jomsom, Muktinath, Lo Manthang, Kagbeni · Languages: English
Know before you go: Costs are prone to change in the itinerary, so costs will be recalculated if the trekking days are modified.
About Lo Manthang
Lo Manthang
Get a Nepal tour guide from Everest Global Hub for that trip of a lifetime to Lo Manthang, the ancient capital of Lo, where mysterious monasteries and cave shrines abound.
What's Included
- Airport pickup and drop-off
- 2 nights' hotel accommodation in Kathmandu
- 2 nights' hotel accommodation in Pokhara
- Breakfast, lunch, and dinner during the trekking period
- Ground transportation from Kathmandu to Pokhara and Pokhara to Kathmandu by car or tourist bus
- Pokhara to Jomsom and Jomsom to Pokhara by flight/road
- Best available accommodations during the trek
- Professional trekking guide and porters to carry luggage
- 1 porter for every 2 hikers
- Food, drinks, accommodation, insurance, salary, equipment, transportation, and local tax for guides and porters
- TIMS card (Trekker's Information Management System)
- First aid kit
- Entry fees wherever required
- Trekking permits needed for restricted area trekking
- All government taxes and service charges
- Farewell dinner before departure
- Official trekking certificate from our company
Not Included
- Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu and Pokhara
- Travel insurance
- Nepal entry visa fee
- International airfare and airport departure tax
- Tips for trekking staff
- Horse rent / helicopter cost / expenses for emergency evacuation or personal request
- Personal expenses for trekking, such as mountain gear or equipment, shopping, Wi-Fi/Nepal SIM card, phone/battery charging, hot water/shower, extra personal meals, drinks (mineral water), snacks, laundry, etc.
- Personal shopping and laundry, personal trekking equipment, gifts, and souvenirs
Itinerary
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1Day 01
Arrival in Kathmandu and Thamel Exploration
Activities: Arrival, transfer to hotel, and rest. Highlights: Explore Thamel and receive an evening briefing about the trek.
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2Day 02
Kathmandu Heritage Sightseeing
Activities: Visit Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple), Pashupatinath, and Boudhanath. Highlights: Experience Kathmandu's cultural and religious heritage.
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3Day 03
Flight to Pokhara and Lakeside Leisure
Activities: Take a morning flight to Pokhara and explore the lakeside area. Highlights: Views of the Himalayas and relaxation by Phewa Lake.
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4Day 04
Fly to Jomsom and Trek to Kagbeni
Activities: Flight to Jomsom, then trek to Kagbeni (2,800 m). Highlights: Enjoy a scenic flight, begin trekking in Mustang, and visit Kagbeni's ancient village.
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5Day 05
Trek from Kagbeni to Chele
Activities: Trek from Kagbeni to Chele (3,050 m). Highlights: Cross the Kali Gandaki River and pass through narrow canyons.
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6Day 06
Trek to Syangbochen via Taklam La Pass
Activities: Trek from Chele to Syangbochen (3,475 m). Highlights: Cross the Taklam La Pass and take in the landscapes of barren terrain.
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7Day 07
Trek to Ghami
Activities: Trek from Syangbochen to Ghami (3,475 m). Highlights: See the stunning beauty of the mountains.
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8Day 08
Trek to the Walled City of Lo Manthang
Activities: Trek from Ghami to Lo Manthang (3,840 m). Highlights: Reach the walled city of Lo Manthang and explore its rich cultural heritage.
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9Day 09
Explore Lo Manthang's Monasteries and Palace
Activities: Explore the city, visit monasteries, and local sites. Highlights: Visit the King's Palace, Chodey Monastery, and Namgyal Monastery.
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10Day 10
Excursion to Marang and Tingkhar Villages
Activities: Day trip to the villages of Marang and Tingkhar. Highlights: Discover traditional Mustang life with stunning views.
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11Day 11
Trek to Drakmar
Activities: Trek from Lo Manthang to Drakmar (3,810 m). Highlights: Enjoy a scenic trek with views of red cliffs and monasteries.
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12Day 12
Trek to Sacred Muktinath
Activities: Trek from Drakmar to Muktinath (3,710 m). Highlights: Visit the sacred Muktinath Temple, known for its spiritual significance.
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13Day 13
Descend to Jomsom
Activities: Trek from Muktinath to Jomsom (2,710 m). Highlights: Enjoy the descending trek and return to Jomsom for the night.
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14Day 14
Fly to Pokhara and Return to Kathmandu
Activities: Fly from Jomsom to Pokhara, then catch a flight to Kathmandu. Highlights: Relax and enjoy the last evening in Kathmandu.
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15Day 15
Departure from Kathmandu
Transfer to Kathmandu airport and depart for your desired destination.
Meeting Point
Meeting point: Kathmandu, Nepal · Tour start: Kathmandu 44600, Nepal — Tour ends at the same location as the start point.