Upper Mustang Tour – Journey into the Last Forbidden Kingdom

Activities: Arrival at Kathmandu and transfer to your hotel.
Highlights: Evening trip briefing to prepare for your journey ahead.
Overnight: Hotel in Kathmandu

Activities: Acclimatization and rest after your journey.
Overnight: Hotel in Kathmandu

Distance: Approximately 200 km by road/ 25-minute by flight

Altitude: Kathmandu (1,400 m) → Pokhara (822 m)

Take a scenic Drive  from Kathmandu to Pokhara. Upon arrival, transfer to Lakeside and check in at the hotel. Enjoy free time exploring the beautiful Lakeside area and Phewa Lake.

Altitude: Pokhara (822 m) → Marpha (2,670 m)
Distance: Approximately 160 km
Driving Time: Approximately 6–7 hours by jeep

After breakfast, drive from Pokhara to Marpha through the scenic Kali Gandaki Valley. On the way, visit a sacred site associated with Guru Rinpoche (Padmasambhava) and explore the surrounding area.

Continue the drive through Beni (830 m), Tatopani (1,190 m), Ghasa (2,010 m), Tukuche (2,590 m), and the beautiful Kali Gandaki Valley before reaching Marpha.

In the afternoon, explore the traditional Thakali village of Marpha and its ancient Buddhist heritage.

Overnight: Lodge/Hotel in Marpha (2,670 m).

Altitude: Marpha (2,670 m) → Kagbeni (2,800 m)
Distance: Approximately 40–50 km
Driving Time: Approximately 3–4 hours, excluding sightseeing

After breakfast, drive from Marpha toward Thini Village (approximately 2,840 m). Visit Thini Gompa, an important Buddhist monastery in the area.

Continue to Kurtsab Ternga (approximately 3,000 m), associated with the sacred treasures of Guru Rinpoche. Explore the site and learn about its religious and cultural significance.

Then visit Dhumba Lake (2,830 m), a beautiful and sacred alpine lake surrounded by spectacular Himalayan scenery.

After the visit, continue driving toward Kagbeni (2,800 m), one of the oldest settlements in the Kali Gandaki Valley.

Overnight: Lodge in Kagbeni (2,800 m).

Altitude: Kagbeni (2,800 m) → Geling (3,570 m)
Distance: Approximately 50–60 km
Driving Time: Approximately 4–5 hours, excluding sightseeing

In the morning, visit Kagbeni Monastery and explore the ancient village with its traditional mud-brick houses, narrow alleys, and Buddhist heritage.

Continue driving north toward Geling. Before reaching Geling, make an excursion to Chungsi Cave (approximately 3,500 m), a sacred meditation site associated with Guru Rinpoche (Padmasambhava).

Explore the cave, monastery, and surrounding cliffs, which are considered important spiritual sites in the Mustang region.

Continue to Geling for the overnight stay.

Overnight: Lodge in Geling (3,570 m).

Altitude: Geling (3,570 m) → Tsarang (3,560 m) → Lo Manthang (3,840 m)
Distance: Approximately 45–50 km
Driving Time: Approximately 3–4 hours, excluding sightseeing

Drive from Geling toward Tsarang and explore Tsarang Palace and the surrounding historic village.

Visit the ancient monasteries and experience the unique Tibetan Buddhist culture of the region.

Continue toward Lo Gekar Monastery (approximately 3,950 m), one of the most important ancient Buddhist sites in Mustang. According to local tradition, the monastery is associated with Guru Rinpoche (Padmasambhava) and is traditionally dated to the early period of Buddhism in the Himalayan region.

After visiting Lo Gekar, continue the drive to Lo Manthang (3,840 m), the historic walled city and former capital of the Kingdom of Mustang.

Overnight: Hotel/Lodge in Lo Manthang (3,840 m).

Altitude: Lo Manthang (3,840 m)
Distance: Approximately 5–10 km local sightseeing
Activity: Full-day cultural exploration

Spend the day exploring the historic city of Lo Manthang.

Visit ancient monasteries, including Jampa Lhakhang, Thubchen Monastery, and Chode Monastery, along with traditional houses, courtyards, and historic sites.

Experience the unique Tibetan Buddhist culture, architecture, and traditional lifestyle of Lo Manthang.

Overnight: Hotel/Lodge in Lo Manthang (3,840 m).

Altitude: Lo Manthang (3,840 m) → Chhoser (approximately 3,900 m)
Distance: Approximately 30–40 km round trip
Driving Time: Approximately 2–3 hours, excluding sightseeing

Drive to Chhoser Valley, one of the most fascinating areas around Lo Manthang.

Explore centuries-old caves carved into cliffs, ancient settlements, meditation caves, and Buddhist monasteries.

Visit important monasteries and cultural sites around Chhoser and explore the unique cave architecture of Upper Mustang.

Return to Lo Manthang.

Overnight: Hotel/Lodge in Lo Manthang (3,840 m).

Altitude: Lo Manthang (3,840 m) → Tatopani (1,190 m)
Distance: Approximately 120–130 km
Driving Time: Approximately 7–8 hours by jeep

After breakfast, begin the scenic drive from Lo Manthang toward Tatopani.

Enjoy spectacular landscapes of Upper Mustang, Kali Gandaki Valley, and the transition from high desert terrain to green mountain valleys.

Upon arrival in Tatopani (1,190 m), relax and enjoy the natural hot springs. Take a bath in the hot spring and enjoy a relaxing evening after the long journey.

Overnight: Lodge/Hotel in Tatopani (1,190 m).

Altitude: Tatopani (1,190 m) → Pokhara (822 m)
Distance: Approximately 100–110 km
Driving Time: Approximately 5–6 hours by jeep

After breakfast, drive from Tatopani to Pokhara through beautiful mountain and river landscapes.

Upon arrival, check in at the hotel in Lakeside, Pokhara (822 m).

Enjoy a relaxing evening beside Phewa Lake, explore the Lakeside area, and enjoy the beautiful views and atmosphere of Pokhara.

Overnight: Hotel in Lakeside, Pokhara (822 m).

Altitude: Pokhara (822 m) → Kathmandu (1,400 m)
Distance: Approximately 200 km by road / approximately 30-minute flight

After breakfast, return to Kathmandu either by scenic flight or by road.

Upon arrival in Kathmandu, transfer to your hotel.

End of the Upper Mustang Guru Rinpoche Cultural and Spiritual Journey.

Transfer to Airport or further journey