9 Days Upper Mustang Jeep Tour

Tatopani Elevation: 1190 m Drive Distance: 313.9 km/195.04mi Driving hours: 9-10 hrs Take a beautiful journey through Prithvi Highway from Kathmandu to Beni for about 313.9 km within 3 to 4 hours on the first day of your Mustang Jeep tour. Explore rugged land as you admire panoramic views of the undulating hills, rivers, and rice terraces on your road trip for about 10 to 12 hours. Beni boasts numerous villages and hotels where you can have a good meal while resting amidst the luscious green landscape. Then proceed to Tatopani, taking another 2 – 3 hrs. Stay overnight at a nearby teahouse as you unwind, relaxing in the peaceful environment. The first part of this trip is a warm-up for the following adventurous tours in Mustang, with its varied scenery and culture.

Muktinath Altitude: 3,800 meters Kagbeni: 2,804 meters Drive Duration: 83.3 km/51.7mi Driving hours: 16 hrs Today involves an early morning jeep tour from Tatopani to Muktinath (altitude reaches 3,800 m). This is a 16-hour drive covering approximately 83.3km with attractive stops at Marpha and Kagbeni en route to the sacred site of Muktinath temple. Upon reaching Muktinath, travelers will visit a sacred Hindu site where they will offer worship before enjoying the sights of Dhaulagiri and Tukuche. A return trip to Kagbeni provides breathtaking views of the Kali Gandaki gorge, ancient Buddhist monasteries, and mud house homes found in traditional old villages. Finally, it is an overnight in a tea house at Kagbeni within the scenic setting. Today's tour schedule includes cultural discovery and splendid nature sceneries, making this journey very rewarding for travelers as they pass through different paths and landmarks of the area.

Ghami Elevation: 3560 meters Drive Distance: 26.5 km/16.4mi Driving hours: 2-3 hrs The exciting experience continues with a jeep ride from Kagbeni to Ghami. It is about 26.5 kilometers and takes two to three hours along the Kali Gandaki River. The first thing travelers do during the day is enjoy breakfast before hiking via Nya La Pass, which stands nearly 12,000 feet above ground level. The sights along the path are spectacular, displaying mud houses, cliffs, rock walls, and Chortens, which form the usual landscape features of Tibet. Finally, the day ends in the magical village of Ghami. Mud houses create an exotic and magical ambiance to the village. We visit a nearby teahouse in the evening to relax and immerse ourselves in the area's diversity. This part of this trip brings together exploration and an encounter with culture, creating an unforgettable adventure to central Mustang.

Lo Manthang Elevation: 3,840 meters Drive Distance: 16.1 km/10mi Driving hours: 3-4 hrs Travelers set off for an adventurous tour by jeep from Ghami to Lo Manthang. The journey is full of surprises as adventurers get incredible sights of Nilgiris, Tiliccho, and the Annapurna Peak on their way. Once travelers reach Lo Manthang, a remote yet captivating location, they encounter remote villages, Tibetan stupas, and the well-known Kali Gandaki River. It lies in an enchanting setting, surrounded by attractive sceneries. Finally, after a tiring but unforgettable day of exploring, travelers settle for an enjoyable evening in a local 'tea house' in Ghami village.

We will be exploring Lo Manthang, the isolated village, today. The day begins with a walk through the walls and the old villages after a rich, hearty breakfast. Today's highlights include visiting old but famous sites like the Jampa Gompa and Thubbchen Gompa. Also, travelers can visit the Chodey Gompa in the southeast, which boasts impressive stone statues and deities. The royal palace of Lo Manthang provides tourists with insight into what it was like in the olden days. These towering cliffs, sacred ancient chortens, and secret caves further enhance the charisma of this village. The day ends in a nearby teahouse after the exploration, where one can have a calm evening.

Chhusang Elevation: 2,980 meters Drive Distance: 32.4 km/20.13mi Driving Hours: 2-3 hrs The next stop in the upper Mustang Jeep Journey package is the Chhusang village, which provides an exciting trip through beautiful narrow valleys, swift-flowing rivers, and high rocky cliffs. After breakfast, we take a 2-3-hour drive to Chhusang via Korala Pass, which passes by the Narshing River and Kali Gandaki. A scene of towering hills and mountains forming a border against dry ground unveils itself and presents a fascinating picture. We will reach Chhusang by noon, passing through many bridges, large cliffs, and caves. Chhusang is a lovely village amongst Chele and Tangbe in Upper Mustang, with an altitude of 2,980 meters above sea level. The breathtaking scenery and fascinating cave houses in the village enthrall visitors. We will Spend a night at Chusang in a local teahouse, surrounded by its beauty and magic.

Maximum Altitude: 2480 meters Drive Distance: 36.6 km/22.7mi Driving Hours: 10-11 hrs After a refreshing break at Chhusang, we continue our journey with an early morning drive through Marpha to Kalopani. We start our day by having a hearty breakfast before setting out on a rough trail full of scenic sights. Today will be tiring as it extends to about eleven hours and is even harder than the previous days. However, this challenging trip is made interesting by the scenic countryside that comes a long way. As we approach Lete, the environment becomes a beautiful scene of massive mountains, stretching grasslands, and picturesque villages. We will stay tonight at a tea house in Kalopani.

Pokhara Elevation: 822 meters Drive Distance: 121.5 km/75.4mi Driving Hours: 4-5 hrs We'll wake up fresh in the morning and have a nice breakfast and beautiful scenery. Shortly after this, we'll drive to the marvelous city of Pokhara, with the most magnificent view. You will not waste your energy since it only takes four hours or slightly more to get to Pokhara from Kalopani. After arriving in the city, you can visit some prominent places in Pokhara. Visitors usually stroll near the lake or visit Tal Barahi temple by boat. People who enjoy adventure have a lot of things to do, including ziplining, bungee jumping, and mountain biking.

Kathmandu Elevation: 1,400 meters Drive Distance: 200km/124mi Driving Hours: 5-6 hours Finally, on our way back to Pokhara, we'll drive to Kathmandu. We will then proceed to the city after having a delicious breakfast. The trip of 5-6 hours through Prithvi Highway is breathtakingly beautiful.