Babarmahal-11, Kathmandu (Near King's College)
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Babarmahal-11, Kathmandu (Near King's College)
Travel through the dramatic landscapes of Mustang toward Upper Mustang and historic Lo Manthang on a road journey combining Himalayan scenery, traditional villages, Buddhist heritage and Muktinath.
Choose a short 2N/3D or 3N/4D package from Pokhara, or a 4N/5D or 5N/6D package from Kathmandu, with prices starting from NPR 12,500 per person.
| Package | Starting Point | Transport / Package | Price Per Person |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Nights / 3 Days | Pokhara | Pokhara-start package | NPR 12,500 |
| 3 Nights / 4 Days | Pokhara | Pokhara-start package | NPR 14,000 |
| 4 Nights / 5 Days | Kathmandu | Jeep | NPR 16,500 |
| 4 Nights / 5 Days | Kathmandu | AC Bus | NPR 12,000 |
| 4 Nights / 5 Days | Kathmandu | Deluxe Bus | NPR 11,500 |
| 5 Nights / 6 Days | Kathmandu | Jeep | NPR 19,000 |
| 5 Nights / 6 Days | Kathmandu | AC Bus | NPR 13,500 |
| 5 Nights / 6 Days | Kathmandu | Volvo | NPR 13,000 |
All prices are per person.
Upper Mustang includes rugged mountain-road sections beyond the main highway network.
For Bus, Deluxe Bus or Volvo packages, the exact local mountain-road vehicle arrangement used on Upper Mustang sections is coordinated according to the operating route and current road conditions.
Upper Mustang is one of Nepal's most distinctive Himalayan regions.
The journey travels north through the Kali Gandaki Valley, passing Lower Mustang destinations such as Jomsom, Muktinath and Kagbeni before continuing toward the dry high-altitude landscapes of Upper Mustang.
Beyond Kagbeni, traditional villages, Buddhist monasteries, colourful cliffs, deep valleys and windswept plateaus create a landscape very different from the greener hills of central Nepal.
Lo Manthang is the cultural centrepiece of the journey.
At approximately 3,840 metres, the historic walled settlement was the capital of the former Kingdom of Lo and remains closely associated with the Tibetan-influenced culture of Upper Mustang.
Upper Mustang remained closed to most foreign visitors until the early 1990s and continues to be regulated as a restricted area for applicable international travellers.
Lo Manthang is the main cultural destination of an Upper Mustang journey.
Explore traditional streets, monasteries, historic architecture and the distinctive settlement landscape of the former Kingdom of Lo.
The surrounding dry plateau and Himalayan setting make Lo Manthang unlike most other destinations in Nepal.
The Chhosar area north of Lo Manthang is known for caves carved into dramatic cliff formations.
The wider region also contains monasteries, traditional settlements and striking red and ochre canyon scenery.
Chhosar is particularly suitable for travellers choosing the longer itinerary with more time around Lo Manthang.
The journey through Mustang also includes Muktinath, one of Nepal's important Hindu and Buddhist pilgrimage destinations.
Visit the temple complex before continuing farther into Mustang.
Travellers whose main purpose is Muktinath darshan rather than Lo Manthang can choose the separate Muktinath Tour Package.
Kagbeni sits near the entrance to the restricted Upper Mustang region.
Its traditional architecture, Buddhist heritage and location in the Kali Gandaki Valley make it an important cultural stop on the route.
Upper Mustang lies north of the main Himalayan barrier.
The landscape is characterised by:
Travel through the Jomsom area as the route moves between Lower and Upper Mustang.
The broad Kali Gandaki Valley, strong winds and dry mountain scenery mark the transition toward the higher Mustang landscape.
Marpha is one of Lower Mustang's best-known traditional settlements.
Its whitewashed buildings, narrow stone lanes and apple-growing tradition make it a popular cultural stop on the return journey.
One of the advantages of this itinerary is the ability to combine two very different experiences: Muktinath pilgrimage and Upper Mustang cultural exploration .
This gives the package appeal to pilgrims, groups, adventure travellers and visitors interested in Mustang's culture and landscapes.
For travellers who enjoy rugged mountain roads, remote landscapes and long scenic drives.
Upper Mustang offers Buddhist monasteries, historic settlements and a strong Tibetan-influenced cultural landscape.
The region provides excellent opportunities for landscape, architecture and cultural photography.
A strong Himalayan road-trip option for groups looking for something more adventurous than a standard city tour.
Travellers visiting Muktinath can continue farther into Mustang and experience Lo Manthang as part of the same journey.
The Pokhara-start packages provide shorter options for travellers who cannot commit to a longer Kathmandu itinerary.
This is the most compact Upper Mustang package and is designed for travellers starting from Pokhara who have very limited time.
Expect long road journeys and an early operating schedule.
Depart Pokhara early in the morning and begin the journey toward Mustang.
Travel north through the Kali Gandaki route toward Jomsom, Kagbeni and Muktinath.
Visit Muktinath Temple for darshan and sightseeing before continuing toward Chhusang.
Possible route highlights include:
Continue to Chhusang for the overnight stay.
Overnight: Chhusang area
Depart early from Chhusang and continue farther into the Upper Mustang landscape.
Experience the dry valleys, traditional villages, cliff formations and Buddhist cultural scenery of the region.
The available sightseeing depends on road conditions, departure time and group pace.
After Upper Mustang exploration, begin the return journey toward Lower Mustang and continue to Marpha.
Overnight: Marpha area
Important: This is a long mountain-road day.
Begin the return drive through Lower Mustang.
Travel south through Jomsom, the Kali Gandaki Valley and the Beni route toward Pokhara.
Stops may be made according to available time and current road conditions.
Arrive in Pokhara and conclude the tour.
This option provides one additional day compared with the shortest package and gives more time for the Mustang road journey.
Depart Pokhara and travel toward the Kali Gandaki Valley.
Pass the Kushma and Beni areas before continuing toward the overnight stop.
Depending on time, selected roadside attractions and temples may be visited.
Continue north through the Kali Gandaki Valley.
Possible highlights include:
After Muktinath darshan, continue toward Chhusang.
Depart early for the main Upper Mustang exploration day.
Continue toward Lo Manthang and experience the dramatic dry landscapes, traditional settlements and Buddhist heritage of the region.
Explore Lo Manthang according to the operating schedule.
Where time and conditions allow, additional Upper Mustang sightseeing may be included.
Begin the return journey south and continue toward Marpha.
Travel south through Lower Mustang and the Kali Gandaki Valley.
Enjoy the changing landscape as the route descends toward Pokhara.
Arrive in Pokhara and conclude the 3N/4D Upper Mustang Tour.
Starting / Ending Point: Kathmandu
| Transport Package | Price Per Person |
|---|---|
| Jeep | NPR 16,500 |
| AC Bus | NPR 12,000 |
| Deluxe Bus | NPR 11,500 |
The 4N/5D package is the compact Kathmandu-start option.
Depart Kathmandu early and travel west through Nepal's highway and hill landscapes toward Beni.
Depending on available time, route stops may include the Kushma area and Baglung Kalika Temple.
Arrive in Beni and settle into the accommodation.
Overnight: Beni
Continue north through the Kali Gandaki Valley toward Mustang.
Visit locations such as:
After Muktinath darshan and sightseeing, continue toward Chhusang.
Overnight: Chhusang area
Begin the main Upper Mustang journey early.
Travel north toward Lo Manthang through the dry high-altitude Mustang landscape.
Explore Lo Manthang and its cultural surroundings according to the available operating time.
Possible highlights include:
After exploration, begin the return journey south.
Continue toward Marpha.
Overnight: Marpha area
Important: This is the longest road day of the compact Kathmandu package.
Travel south through Lower Mustang.
Possible route stops may include Jomsom, Tatopani, Beni or other locations according to time and conditions.
Continue toward Pokhara.
After arrival, enjoy the evening around Lakeside or selected sightseeing according to available time.
Overnight: Pokhara
After breakfast, begin the return journey toward Kathmandu.
Arrive in Kathmandu according to traffic and road conditions.
The 4N/5D Upper Mustang Tour concludes.
Starting / Ending Point: Kathmandu
The 5N/6D package provides more time in Upper Mustang and is the strongest choice for travellers who want a fuller Lo Manthang experience.
Depart Kathmandu early and begin the road journey toward Beni.
Travel through Nepal's hill landscapes and river valleys.
Overnight: Beni
Continue north through the Kali Gandaki Valley.
Visit Jomsom, Kagbeni and Muktinath before travelling toward Chhusang.
Overnight: Chhusang area
Drive farther north through Upper Mustang.
Experience dramatic cliff formations, traditional villages, Buddhist monuments and the dry high-altitude landscape.
Reach Lo Manthang and spend time exploring the historic settlement.
Overnight: Lo Manthang
Spend a full day around Lo Manthang and the surrounding northern Mustang area.
Possible experiences include:
Having a full exploration day makes the 5N/6D itinerary the better option for travellers who want to experience more than a quick Lo Manthang visit.
Overnight: Lo Manthang
Begin the return journey south.
Travel through Upper Mustang toward Kagbeni and Jomsom before continuing into Lower Mustang.
Arrive in the Marpha area.
Overnight: Marpha
Depart early for the long return journey.
Travel south through the Kali Gandaki corridor toward Pokhara and continue toward Kathmandu.
Arrival time depends on road conditions, traffic and the operating schedule.
The 5N/6D Upper Mustang Tour concludes in Kathmandu.
Historic walled capital of the former Kingdom of Lo
Ancient cave landscape and Buddhist cultural sites
Sacred Hindu and Buddhist pilgrimage destination
Historic gateway to Upper Mustang
Traditional settlement on the Upper Mustang route
Main Lower Mustang settlement
Traditional Thakali village known for apple products
Dramatic Himalayan road landscape
Scenic waterfall along the road to Mustang
Northern border region when access permits
The Upper Mustang Tour is primarily road-based and does not require technical trekking or climbing.
However, travellers should be prepared for:
Long driving days
Rough mountain roads
Dusty conditions
Rapid altitude gain
Cold mornings and evenings
Strong winds
Short walks around villages and cultural sites
Lo Manthang sits at approximately 3,840 metres, so high altitude remains an important consideration even on a vehicle-supported tour.
Travelling by road allows visitors to gain altitude faster than they would during a traditional trek.
Possible altitude-related symptoms can include:
Headache
Nausea
Dizziness
Unusual fatigue
Reduced appetite
Difficulty sleeping
Drink enough water, eat properly and avoid unnecessary strenuous activity immediately after arriving at higher elevations.
If symptoms become stronger, inform the trip team and avoid pushing toward additional higher viewpoints.
March to May offers improving temperatures and good conditions for road travel and cultural exploration.
June to August can work well because Upper Mustang lies in the Himalayan rain shadow, although lower approach roads can still be affected by rain.
September to November generally offers clear Himalayan visibility and comfortable daytime conditions.
Cold temperatures and snow can affect roads, accommodation and sightseeing.
Upper Mustang lies in Nepal's Himalayan rain-shadow region and can be visited during the rainy season, unlike many wetter trekking and touring areas farther south.
However, travellers still pass through lower sections where monsoon rain and landslides can affect road access.
Spring and autumn remain the easiest overall periods for most travellers.
Summer can also be a valuable Upper Mustang season for travellers specifically looking for a rain-shadow destination.
Upper Mustang remains a restricted area for applicable international travellers.
Nepal's Department of Immigration currently lists the Upper Mustang restricted-area permit fee at USD 50 per person per day for the designated restricted areas.
Upper Mustang also lies within the Annapurna Conservation Area, so additional conservation-area requirements may apply depending on nationality and itinerary.
Permit rules can change.
Lalitpur Holidays will confirm the required documents, permit duration and current applicable fees before departure.
The government permit fee should not be treated as included in the package price unless it is specifically included in the traveller's confirmed quotation.
The road journey is an important part of the Upper Mustang experience. Travellers should expect sections of:
Unsealed road
Dust
Loose gravel
Narrow mountain roads
Rough surfaces
Long driving hours
Conditions can change because of weather, road construction and seasonal maintenance.
Upper Mustang should therefore be viewed as an adventure road tour, not a smooth highway sightseeing trip.
For Bus and Volvo packages, local mountain-road transport arrangements are coordinated as required by the route.
An Upper Mustang journey involves more than booking a vehicle.
The route includes long travel days, remote accommodation, high altitude, changing road conditions, restricted-area requirements and multiple cultural destinations.
Lalitpur Holidays coordinates the trip logistics from Pokhara or Kathmandu, including transportation, accommodation, meals, route planning and on-trip support according to the selected package.
Upper Mustang is generally dry and windy, so sun protection, hydration and wind protection are especially useful.
Send Lalitpur Holidays:
We confirm the operating itinerary, transport, accommodation, applicable permits and current availability.
Once the booking is confirmed, you receive the final departure information and trip preparation details.
WhatsApp Lalitpur HolidaysThe current lowest-priced option is the 2 Nights / 3 Days Pokhara-start package at NPR 12,500 per person.
The current 3N/4D Pokhara-start package is NPR 14,000 per person.
The 4N/5D Kathmandu package starts at NPR 11,500 per person, depending on transport.
The 5N/6D Kathmandu package starts at NPR 13,000 per person.
The 2N/3D and 3N/4D packages start and finish in Pokhara.
The 4N/5D and 5N/6D packages start from Kathmandu.
Lo Manthang is a key destination on the Upper Mustang itineraries that travel into the main Upper Mustang region.
The amount of time available there depends on the selected package.
The 5 Nights / 6 Days package provides the strongest Lo Manthang experience because it includes additional exploration time.
Yes.
Muktinath is included as an important stop on the route into Mustang.
No.
The Muktinath Tour focuses on Muktinath, Kagbeni, Jomsom, Marpha and Pokhara.
The Upper Mustang Tour continues farther north toward Lo Manthang and the restricted Upper Mustang region.
No.
This page is for a road-based Upper Mustang tour.
There are short walks for sightseeing, but the package does not require a traditional multi-day trek.
Applicable foreign travellers entering the restricted Upper Mustang area require the appropriate restricted-area permit.
The Department of Immigration currently lists the fee at USD 50 per person per day.
Yes.
Upper Mustang lies in a Himalayan rain-shadow area and can be a good summer destination, although the lower approach roads can still be affected by monsoon rain and landslides.
Lo Manthang sits at approximately 3,840 metres.
Travel toward the Korala area depends on the selected itinerary, current access, local regulations, road conditions and available time.
It should not be treated as guaranteed.
Choose a short Upper Mustang tour from Pokhara or a longer journey from Kathmandu and travel through Muktinath, Kagbeni and Mustang's dramatic high-altitude landscapes toward Lo Manthang.
Send Lalitpur Holidays your preferred date, starting point, group size and package duration to check availability.
Muktinath • Kagbeni • Upper Mustang • Lo Manthang • Himalayan Road Adventure
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