Upper Mustang Trek - 17 Days

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Upper Mustang Trek - 17 Days

17 Days Starting and ending in Kathmandu 44600, Nepal

Visiting: Kathmandu, Pokhara Lakeside, Jomsom, Kagbeni, Ghami, Mustang, Lo Manthang, Ghiling, Chele, Pokhara

Tour operator:

Alpine Club of Himalaya

Tour code:

Recommended For:

Couples, Family-Kids, Singles

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

2 - 70

Physical rating:

Medium

Age range:

10-80

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians

Tour operated in:

English

Private Available:

From: $2499 $2380 (USD) Travel Club discount: -$119

NB: Prices correct on 18-Jan-2025 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

It is designed best for those who have some kind of previous experience in high altitudes over (3840m/12599ft) and are habitual for walking 7-8 hours in a day which allows us to walk very long distances with the required amount of high altitudes acclimatizing. Also, the itinerary goes through the various landscapes and traditional Tibetan-like settlement

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Upper Mustang
Local People and Foods

Places You'll See

Upper Mustang Trek - 17 Days

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Arrival In Kathmandu (1300M/4265Ft)

Location: Kathmandu

Accommodation: Hotel, Alpine Hotel or similar hotel in Kathandu

Arrive at Kathmandu International Airport where you will be warmly welcomed by our representative and check in to the hotel. Overnight at hotel. Meals: NO

Day 2 : Sightseeing In Kathmandu

Location: Kathmandu

Accommodation: Hotel, Alpine Hotel or Similar Hotel in Kathmandu

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

The second day is spent in Kathmandu with sightseeing around the valley. This mainly includes Kathmandu Durbar Square, Syambhunath Stupa, Hindu Temple-Pashupatinath & Boudha Nath – The biggest Buddha Stupa in ancient Kathmandu. Overnight at hotel. Meals: Breakfast, Welcome Dinner

Day 3 : Fly To Pokhara (884M/2900Ft)

Location: Pokhara Lakeside

Accommodation: Hotel, 3* accommodation in Pokhara

Meals Included: Breakfast

After morning breakfast in the hotel, we take a 25 minutes flight from Kathmandu International Airport to Pokhara. In Pokhara we visit the deep, narrow gorge of roaring Seti River from where we drive to Davi’s Falls and further to Gupteswar Cave and the Bat Cave. In the evening we go lazing by the Phewa Lake for the leisurely row on its sparkling waters. Overnight at hotel. Meals: Breakfast

Day 4 : Jomsom (2760M/9056Ft); Trek To Kagbeni (2840M/9318Ft)

Location: Jomsom

Accommodation: Hostel, Basic Guest House during the trek

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

We fly from Pokhara to Jomsom and start the trek to Kagbeni. Overnight at tented camp. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Day 5 : Trek To Chele (3100M/10171Ft)

Location: Kagbeni

Accommodation: Hostel, Basic Guest House during the trek

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

From Kagbeni the trail climbs immediately to a ridge marked by a small stone chorten, then descends and climbs over another ridge. After a few more ups and downs the trail climbs to Tange where we will get our first sight of black, white and red chortens that typify upper Mustang. About one hour beyond Tangbe we reach the village of Chhuksang (2980m) at the confluence of the Narshing Khola and the Kali Gandaki. Across the Kali Gandaki from Chhuksang are some spectacular red organ-pipe eroded cliffs above the mouths of inaccessible caves. We cross the Narshing Khola and continue north, making several ups and downs. We then descend to the riverbank near a huge red chunk of conglomerate that has fallen from the cliffs, forming a tunnel through which the Kali Gandaki flows. The trek now leaves Kali Gandaki valley and climbs steeply up a rocky gully to Chele (3100m/10171ft). Overnight at tented camp. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Day 6 : Trek To Shyangmochen (3800M/12468Ft)

Location: Ghami

Accommodation: Hostel, Basic guest House during the trek

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

The climb from Chele leads up a steep spur to a cairn and a view of Ghyakar across a huge canyon. A long wall of packed earth encircles Ghyakar and its fields. The climb continues-a long, steep, treeless, waterless slog-switch backing up the side of a spectacular steep canyon, then traversing to a cairn marking the Chele La. After crossing the ridge the trail enters a large side valley and makes a long gradual descent to Samar (3620m), surrounded by a grove of poplar trees. The trail from Samar climbs to a ridge, descends steeply to a stream, and then climbs back to a chorten. The trail goes to another valley crosses a stream and climbs up to the Bhena La at 3830m. The route skirts a gorge crosses a stream, and climbs slightly to Yamdo. We climb to yet another pass, the Yamdo La at 4010m, and then we descend to Shyangmochen (3800m/12468ft). Overnight at tented camp. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Day 7 : Trek To Ghemi (3510M/11516Ft)

Location: Ghami

Accommodation: Hostel, Basic Guest House during the trek

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

From Shyangmochen, it’s a short gentle climb to the Shyangmochen La at 3850m, where the route enters another huge east-west valley. Descending past a large painted square chorten we can have a view of Geling to a trail junction. We take the right fork and descend to the picturesque village of Geling (3570m) with its poplar trees and extensive fields of barley. The trail from Geling turns westward and climbs gently through fields up the center of the valley, passing below Tama Gaon and its imposing chorten. Turning north, it rejoins the road and becomes an unrelenting climb across the head of the valley to the Nyi La (4020m). The descent from the pass is gentle for 45minutes to the Ghemi La, a cairn on a ridge top about 45 minutes below the pass. The trail then drops steeply to the whitewashed buildings of Ghemi. Overnight at tented camp.Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Day 8 : Trek To Tsarang (3575M/11730Ft)

Location: Mustang

Accommodation: Hostel, Basic Guest House during the trek

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Ghemi is the 3rd largest village in Lo and is surrounded by extensive fields. The trail to Drakmar and Lo Gekar leads to the west from the upper part of the village. The trail descends below the blue, grey, and red cliffs across the valley to a steel bridge across Tangmar Chu, and then climbs past what is perhaps the longest and most spectacular mani wall in Nepal. Beyond the mani wall, the route climbs a rocky gully, then transverse to the Choya La (3870m). Once over the pass, the route makes a long gentle descent past a prayer flag, then wanders across fields to Tsarang. Overnight at tented camp. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Day 9 : Trek To Lo Manthang (3840M/12599Ft)

Location: Lo Manthang

Accommodation: Hostel, Basic Guest House during the trek

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

The trail descends about 125m from Charang, crosses the Tsarang Chu, and follows the track to a cairn on a ridge opposite the village at 3580m, then enters the Thorung valley. The dirt road turns north and climbs gently to a large isolated chorten that marks the boundary between Tsarang and Lo. The road crosses a stream and then becomes a wide thoroughfare traveling across a desert-like landscape painted in every hue of grey and yellow. Finally, from the Lo La (3950m), there is a view of the walled city of Lo Manthang. A short descent leads into the plain of Aspiration, and then the trail crosses a stream and climbs up onto the plateau of Lo Manthang (3840m/12,672ft), crossing an irrigation canal at the southern wall of the city of Lo Manthang. Overnight at tented camp. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Day 10 : Explore Lo Manthang

Location: Lo Manthang

Accommodation: Hostel, Basic Guest House during the trek

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

With a handful of temples and the King’s palace in town, plus some noteworthy sites in the surrounding area, there’s enough in and around Lo Manthang to keep us occupied for a couple of days. Lo Manthang is the highlight of this trek, so we don’t scrimp on our time here. There are two valleys above Lo Manthang. In the western valley are Tingkhar, Phuwa gompa, and Namgyal Gompa. Namgyal, situated in a spectacular setting atop a desolate ridge, is of the Gelug tradition and is the newest and most active Gompa in Lo. On the two hills to the north of the town are the ruins of castles. The castle on the higher hill was the palace of Ame Pal, the founder of the king of Mustang. On the lower hill are the ruins of the round castle of the queen. This is now a sky burial site. Overnight at tented camp. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Day 11 : Trek To Ghar Gompa

Location: Lo Manthang

Accommodation: Hostel, Basic Guest House during the trek

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

The trail from here to Lo Gekhar is not the main trading route. The area is crisscrossed with herder trail so, a local guide is very useful here. The trail climbs steadily to a cairn marks a pass at 4000m, offering a last glimpse of Lo Manthang. The trail climbs to a ridge at 4070m where a large cairn marks a pass into a side valley. We climb to the head of this valley and cross the Chogo La, at 4325m the highest point on the trek. The trail makes a short, steep descent to a wooden bridge across the Tsarang Khola, then climbs past an unpainted stone chorten and cross a swampy meadow to Lo Gekar. Ghar Gompa is a small monastery in a grove of large trees. Ghar Gompa means ‘house temple’ and is so named because the structure is built like a house with small separate rooms. Overnight at tented camp. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Day 12 : Trek To Geling (3570M/11713Ft)

Location: Ghiling

Accommodation: Hostel, Basic Guest House during the trek

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

We climb to a ridge, then across a valley to a cairn and a pass at 4170m. The route crosses some alpine meadows to a crest then drops down a steep eroded gully overshadowed by red rock towers to the upper part of Drakmar. Then the trail from Drakmar descends alongside a stream passing the stone walls and fields of the extensive village of Drakmar and then climbs to a ridge chorten and onto a ridge at 3710m. It then descends to another stream and makes a short climb to the upper part of Ghemi. Descending to the lower part of Ghemi, we follow the upward route, climbing to a cairn on the Ghemi La and contouring upwards to the Nyi La (4020m). Then we descend steeply into the Geling valley. Overnight at tented camp. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Day 13 : Rek To Chele (3100M/10171Ft)

Location: Chele

Accommodation: Hostel, Basic Guest House during the trek

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

From Geling, we descend gently to Chhungar, a large chorten, house, and campsite beside an apple orchard at 3750m. The trail then makes a long transverse past a Mani wall to the three houses of Tama gaon at 3710m. A steep set of switchbacks down a rocky canyon leads to a stream, and then the trail climbs to a huge painted chorten before rejoining the Geling trail near the ridge, just below the Shyangmochen La. Finally, retracing the upward trail through Yamdo and Bhena to Samar, we descend to Chele. Overnight at tented camp.Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Day 14 : Trek To Jomsom (2760M/9056Ft)

Location: Jomsom

Accommodation: Hostel, Basic Guest House during the trek

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

From Chele, we continue trekking down towards Chhuksang. It takes about 4-5 hours from here to reach Kagbeni. We can easily continue another three hours or so to Jomsom to be in place for a flight the following day. Overnight at tented camp. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Day 15 : Fly To Pokhara

Location: Pokhara

Accommodation: Hotel, 3* accommodation in Pokhara

Meals Included: Breakfast

We take the early morning flight from Jomsom to Pokhara. The remaining time we can enjoy in Pokhara. We can have the pleasure of enjoying the scenic beauty of Pokhara as it is considered one of the most beautiful cities in Nepal. Overnight in hotel. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Day 16 : Fly Back To Kathmandu; Fly Back Home

Location: Kathmandu

Accommodation: Hotel, Alpine or similar hotel in kathmandu

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

From Pokhara, we fly back to Kathmandu and are dropped at the hotel. This is a leisure day which can be utilized by buying gifts and souvenirs for your friends and family. In the evening you will be invited to join FAREWELL reviewing great photos and share experiences of the trip. Overnight at hotel. Meals: Breakfast, Farewell Dinner.

Day 17 : Fly Back Home Or Extend Your Holidays

Location: Kathmandu

Meals Included: Breakfast

If you prefer to stay longer, you can consult us for short tours such as game drive at National parks, rafting, mountain biking, Tibet, India or Bhutan tours, etc. Meals: Breakfast

What's Included

Entrance Fees

Entrance fees to Everest Region and Trekking Permit
All Domestic Transportation (including internal flights)
Meals – Full Board

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner with one cup of tea or coffee only
Accommodation
Airport Transfers at Destination
Fully Guided
Drinks with Meals

only tea of coffee , just a cup
Free Wi-Fi at Accommodation

Wifi in Kahtmandu Hotel only

What's Not Included

Tipping and Gratuities
Train Tickets
1 bottle of Mineral Water per person per day
Country Entry Visas
International Travel
Local Taxes

Check out our Q&As

What is the maximum group size?

50
What currencies are required for this tour?

Any currency
What is the fitness level required to do this tour?

must be fit.
Do you require a visa for this holiday?

no
What is the tipping policy?

tippling at the end of the trip

Is there a supplement for solo travellers?

no
Are children permitted to take part in the tour?

Yes
Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?

yes
Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?

No
Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?

yes
Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?

No
Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?

3* accommodaton in Kathmnadu, could be alpine hotel and apartment
Company Instant Book

Yes
What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?

still can operate
Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?

yes
Are all entrance fees included in the price?

yes
Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?

only in Kathmandu.
Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

yes
Are flights included in this tour?

Domestic flight includes
Are airport transfers included in this tour?

Yes
Are vaccinations required for this tour?

no
Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?

yes
Is the tour coach air conditioned?

yes
What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?

3* hotel in Kathmandu

Reviews of this operator

Sabita Khanal (Google Reviewer)

Alpine Club of Himalaya is...

23-May-2023

Alpine Club of Himalaya is the best corporate travel agent I have ever worked with in Nepal. From a customer experience perspective, their service is superlative. I had done my Gokyo Lake Trek last week, and they are the most responsive agent they made every transaction 100% hassle-free. Highly Recommended ACH.

Swanny (Google Reviewer)

Mr. Sujan and the Alpine...

02-Jan-2025

Mr. Sujan and the Alpine Himalaya team have been excellent to deal with. Sujan is excellent at trip planning and made us an amazing itinerary for the Annapurna circuit and activities in Pokhara like paragliding, bungee, & zip line. He also organised a cake for my birthday🎂. We completed Annapurna circuit with our guide Pemba Sherpa and porter Dawa Sherpa they were amazing. Pemba sherpa was very kind, professional, and took such great care of us. He really took the time to teach us about the culture in the mountains and shared details about the landscape. I really felt privileged to be able to walk the circuit with him. Thank you again Alpine club of Himalaya and the team for the wonderful experience.

Kwang Nam Kim (Google Reviewer)

Just returned to Seoul after...

14-Apr-2023

Just returned to Seoul after 14day Annapurna sanctuary trek. The trekking was fantastic and Sujan well organized everything for us and we could enjoy the trekking. It was once in a life time experience for me and Sujan arranged experienced sherpa and porter who made our trekking more enjoyable. I am 70 and worried about this challenging trekking and Sujan said to me that “age is only a number” and he helped me to do this trekking. Sujan is a really professional who can make the trekking more enjoyable and safe. I found that his main concern was customers’ safety and satisfaction. I definitely return to Nepal for next trip and thanks Sujan and Pasang our sherpa.

NM Widjaja (Google Reviewer)

My experience exploring the Himalayan...

13-Jun-2024

My experience exploring the Himalayan Mountains, especially ABC (Annapurna Base camp) with one of the well-known and trusted Travel Companies in Nepal, namely the Alpine Club of Himalaya Nepal, was truly an unforgettable experience, friendly service, Professional Services, qualified and experienced guides, for the next trip I will stay will be with the Alpine Club of Himalaya Nepal. Always success.... Thank you

Mario Gunawan (Mario) (Google Reviewer)

what a great journey.. great...

26-May-2024

what a great journey.. great experience.. mr. Sujan is very friendly and very welcoming.. from the moment we arrived to the last day it was perfect..in love in nepal.. extraordinary journey into the world of culture and natural beauty.. thanks alpine..great service…i will come back for another trip soon..

Dan Ellison (Google Reviewer)

Namaste 🙏 Alpine club was an...

24-Dec-2024

Namaste 🙏 Alpine club was an absolute pleasure to be with while hiking in the great Himalayas, thier guides and porters are amazing people and very knowledgeable with the land in Nepal, very friendly and professional. Sujan is very helpful and really pays attention to detail with organising a trip and beyond. A big hout out to Pemba and Dawa sherpa for the top quality guide and hospitality. I'll be back in Nepal for sure and I'll definitely be choosing Alpine club again. Thanks guys !

Angela Treble (Google Reviewer)

We recently trekked the Manaslu...

28-Oct-2024

We recently trekked the Manaslu circuit over 11 days with Alpine Club of Himalaya. Pemba and Karma were excellent as guide and porter, respectively. This is the second time we have used Alpine Club of Himalaya and loved our experience again. The first trek was the Annapurna Circuit Trek and included experiencing Dashain during the trek. This recent trek we experienced Tibetan culture. Sujan is an excellent host, responsive, and attends to fine details. He and the team care about your well being and treat you like family. We look forward to using them again on our next trip! 🙏

Juwi (Google Reviewer)

I had an incredible experience...

20-Nov-2024

I had an incredible experience with Alpine Club Himalaya! Traveling through the mountains was unforgettable, with breathtaking viewpoints, serene temples, and special spots that made the journey truly magical. The group I traveled with was amazing, and the entire trip was so well-organized that I could just relax and enjoy every moment. I’m so happy I joined this journey—it’s one I’ll cherish forever! Highly recommended for anyone looking for a seamless and inspiring adventure.

Christine Blice-Baum (Google Reviewer)

We highly recommend the Alpine...

01-Oct-2024

We highly recommend the Alpine Club of Himalaya and owner Sujan! We received 5-star customer service on our recent trip to Lumbini. Because of the heavy rains Sujan monitored our travel thorought the trip. Thank you!

Jolien van der Vaart (Google Reviewer)

The trip was amazing, well...

23-Oct-2023

The trip was amazing, well worth taking. It was very well organised, the company even provided sleeping bags and duffel jackets which came in handy when it snowed at basecamp. Our guide and porter were knowledgeable and friendly, we were in excellent hands with them. If you’re considering a trek that isn’t too long but has excellent views nonetheless, go on this one.

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